Chonnam National University  held the entrance ceremony for the class of 2024 at Minjumaru on Feb. 29. The number of new students is 5,151 for a bachelor’s degree, 1,268 for a master’s degree, and 264 for a doctoral degree, making the total number 6,683. During the ceremony, 18 freshmen and four graduates were awarded for excellent academic performance. President Jung Sungtaek said, “Seeing you full of anticipation and excitement reminds me of myself sitting here 44 years ago. Please be a brave and free CNU student who challenges all you want and dares to stand up, even if you fail. It is an uncertain future, but if you grow the seeds of your dreams in the space and time of the university, your dream will come true.” There were also many photo zones and free waffle events to welcome the new students. Near the photo booth, Park Ji-won (Freshman, School of Electronics and Computer Engineering) expressed her desire to participate in many group activities on campus. “I think I was lucky to come to CNU. I met many good seniors when I attended orientation. I want to do a few club activities or be on the student council someday.”

By Kim Young-Ji, Reporter