Soongsil University Holds Postgraduate Degree Conferment Ceremony Online

[Asia Economy Reporter Han Jinju] Soongsil University held the 2020 academic year second semester degree conferment ceremony online.

Due to COVID-19, the offline event was replaced by pre-recorded videos played on the university's YouTube channel and campus electronic billboards.

Soongsil University included △academic report △President Jang Beom-sik (acting) △Chairman Park Gwang-jun (congratulatory message) △Chairman Moon Tae-hyun of the Alumni Association (welcome speech) △Chaplain Kang A-ram (benediction) in the video.

On this day, a total of 485 degrees were awarded, including 96 doctoral degrees, 154 master's degrees from the general graduate school, and 235 master's degrees from the special graduate school.

From the 19th, Soongsil University rented academic gowns and diplomas to graduates for two days to commemorate their graduation. Although the lively graduation scenes like before disappeared, graduates eased their regrets by taking commemorative photos at the photo zone.

President Jang Beom-sik said in the video, "Having received the best education, you possess the ability to lead the future from the past. I ask that you use that ability not only for your personal lives but also to envision a bright future for our society." He added, "I hope you become reliable talents who firmly support our society."

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