Dong-A University Holds Welcome Event for First Semester International Freshmen

550 New Students Including Undergraduates, Language Trainees, Exchange, and Graduate Students Enroll
Appointment Ceremony Held for the 8th Cohort of International Student Supporters

Dong-A University (President Lee Haewoo) held the 2025 Spring Semester Welcome Ceremony for new international students on the 24th at Daou Hall, Bumin Campus.

Donga University is holding a welcome event for new international students for the first semester of the 2025 academic year and taking a commemorative photo. Provided by Donga University

This semester, Dong-A University welcomed 550 international students, including undergraduate students, language trainees, exchange students, and graduate students.

Park Hyuntae, Director of the Office of External and International Affairs at Dong-A University, said, "Celebrating its 79th anniversary this year, Dong-A University has always grown by embracing new challenges. In the future, Dong-A University will continue to serve as a gateway for your future and for advancing into the world," and added, "As global talents, you will become proud Dong-A members connecting Korea and your home countries."

Yazaneiwin (Myanmar, Department of Tourism Management, 1st year), representing the new students, said, "Even if what I can do is as small as a grain of sand, just as grains of sand come together to build a beautiful castle, I want to work together with all of you to create meaningful change," and added, "I will strive to become a talent who contributes to the development of the tourism industries of both Myanmar and Korea, growing in line with international standards."

Nguyen Thi Thu Quyen (Vietnam, Department of International Trade, 4th year), who delivered the welcome speech on behalf of current students, said, "I sincerely welcome you to the Dong-A University family. I promise to work hand in hand to help you fulfill your academic pursuits and realize your dreams for the future," and added, "I am confident that your time here will be a valuable experience for you."

The International Exchange Division at Dong-A University warmly welcomed the international students at the ceremony by screening video messages and introducing the integrated international student supporter group 'DAILY.' They also prepared snack gifts and a performance by the Dong-A University Taekwondo demonstration team.

Meanwhile, the appointment ceremony for the 8th cohort of 'DAILY' (International Student Supporters) was also held during the event.

DAILY, which is responsible for introducing the school and providing life guidance to new international students as well as promoting interaction between new and current students, is divided into 'DAILY-Ambassadors (DAILY-A)' and 'DAILY-Buddies (DAILY-B).' Both Korean and international students participate, with a total of 35 members.

'DAILY-A' operates various experiential programs for cultural exchange among international students, current students, and Korean students, while 'DAILY-B' serves as buddies to help exchange students settle in.

Kim Eunseo (Department of Global Business, 3rd year), the leader of the 8th cohort of DAILY-A, said, "I am grateful for the opportunity to help international students as a member of DAILY," and added, "We will plan and operate diverse programs so that international students can fully enjoy and experience Korean culture and atmosphere, and we will do our best to help them adapt well to Korean culture."

Oh Jua (Department of Political Science and Diplomacy, 3rd year), the leader of the 8th cohort of DAILY-B, said, "We will spare no effort in providing a warm welcome and support so that exchange students can have diverse and enriching experiences at Dong-A University and in Korea," and added, "As representatives of the school, we will do our utmost to help international students create precious memories and spend meaningful time here."

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