Shinhan University Successfully Concludes Korea's First-Ever Residential Camp for International Students

Shinhan University (President Sungjong Kang) announced on September 8 that it had successfully concluded the "2025 International Student Camp [UON Fall Semester Special]," the first-ever residential program for international students hosted by a Korean university, held on campus from September 6 to 7.

President Kang Sungjong of Shinhan University (center) meets with the ambassadors to Korea from Kazakhstan (third from the left), Tajikistan (third from the right), and Mongolia (second from the left). Provided by Shinhan University

The camp brought together more than 1,000 international and Korean students, creating a platform for multicultural and global youth exchange. Held under the theme "UON (You On)," the event aimed to "turn on" the potential of each young participant. The program received an enthusiastic response with a variety of activities, including team-building recreation, global selective lectures, a K-POP performance, an international student talent show, a campfire, E-sports matches, and a romantic cinema screening.

In particular, the main stage event, "On Concert," featured a demonstration by the Shinhan University Taekwondo team, performances by a DJ and drummer, and a show by a renowned dancer. Popular girl group STAYC appeared as a special guest, further energizing the atmosphere.

Diplomatic representatives from various embassies in Korea also attended in person to deliver messages of encouragement to the international students. H.E. Mr. Nurgali Arystanov, Ambassador of Kazakhstan, stated, "Shinhan University is becoming a central stage for international youth exchange," and expressed his hope that the camp would serve as a bridge connecting Korea and the world.

H.E. Mr. Salohiddin Kirom, Ambassador of Tajikistan, emphasized, "Cultural diversity and mutual respect are the greatest assets in the global era," and added, "The young people gathered here today will grow into future partners for cooperation."

B. Gereltsetseg, Deputy Ambassador of Mongolia, remarked, "Many international students, including those from Mongolia, are finding new opportunities at Shinhan University," and expressed hope that this exchange would lay a new foundation for Korea-Mongolia friendship.

In his welcome speech, President Sungjong Kang said, "This camp was designed so that international students could participate not just as guests but as main actors, experiencing learning, exchange, and growth in Korea." He continued, "The moment participants become protagonists rather than spectators, the Shinhan University campus transforms into a 'miniature global village.'"

At the closing ceremony, he added, "Shinhan University will actively pursue the realization of Korea's first 'global multicultural campus.' We will strengthen Korean language education, living support, job and entrepreneurship connections, and cultural exchange to create a student-friendly environment for international students, and ultimately, we aim to become a global youth platform connecting Korea and the world."

This "2025 International Student Camp [UON Fall Semester Special]" fully embodied the message that "Shinhan University is now a miniature global village," and concluded with great success.

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