Daejin University Social Service Group Volunteers for Apple Harvest at Gungtteul Farm in Pocheon

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Supporting Local Farms and Practicing Urban-Rural Coexistence

Daejin University (President Jang Seokhwan) has taken the initiative to support local farmers during the autumn harvest season, putting into practice the value of urban-rural coexistence.

Daejin University has taken the initiative to support local farmers during the autumn harvest season, practicing the value of urban-rural coexistence. Photo by Daejin University

The Daejin University Social Service Group (DUNI) carried out an 'Apple Picking Rural Volunteer Activity' at Gungtteul Farm in Yeongjung-myeon, Pocheon City, on November 1. This volunteer work was organized to assist farms struggling with labor shortages during the busy farming season and to provide students with an opportunity to experience the realities of agricultural work firsthand.

Student members of the volunteer group and faculty volunteers worked together to harvest and sort apples, assisting the farm with its harvest operations. By collaborating on-site, participants were able to appreciate the value of agriculture and reflect on the significance of service that provides tangible support to the local community.

In particular, this activity was meaningful not only for supporting farm work but also for fostering a community culture of urban-rural coexistence and establishing a university-community cooperation model in which all university members actively participate in regional development.

Jang Inho, Director of Student Success, stated, "This volunteer activity was a meaningful time for students to learn the values of cooperation and sharing while helping local farms with their harvest. Daejin University will continue to pursue social contribution activities that grow together with the local community."

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