Gwangju University Hosts 'Light Show' to Expand Global Network

Multinational Student Communication and Cultural Exchange

Gwangju University recently held the '2025 Global Light Show,' a festival for exchange and communication between the university and the local community, at the main auditorium on the first floor of Hosim Hall on campus. Provided by Gwangju University

Gwangju University announced on November 30 that it recently held the '2025 Global Light Show,' a festival for exchange and communication between the university and the local community, at the main auditorium on the first floor of Hosim Hall on campus.

This event was organized to expand the regionally connected global network through culture and the arts, building on the achievements of last year's 'Global Light Show.' The scope of participation was broadened to include not only Korean students and international students at Gwangju University, but also local residents, making for an even more vibrant and diverse event.

The event provided an opportunity for students of various nationalities to plan and participate directly, allowing them to naturally understand and communicate with each other's cultures and sentiments. The 2025 Global Light Show opened with a dynamic performance by Gwangju University's cheerleading team, 'Green Lighty,' and featured a wide range of cultural performances and special programs with an international flair, including: musical, dance, and performance acts by nine student teams; video messages from parents in various countries; and a global fashion show (featuring both traditional and modern styles) with participants from seven countries.

Attendees shared the goals of strengthening support for international students' adaptation and settlement in the local community, establishing sustainable international exchange programs involving both local residents and international students, and enhancing multicultural understanding and a sense of community.

President Kim Dongjin stated, "I hope this will become a global cultural festival where all students and local residents can enjoy together, respect each other's cultures, and build new friendships," adding, "We will continue to offer a variety of programs to ensure an enjoyable campus life in the future."

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