Nurturing 41 Local Cultural Leaders
Elevating Citizens' Humanities and Cultural Competence

Namyangju City in Gyeonggi Province (Mayor Joo Gwangdeok) announced that it held the 'Cultural Academy Advanced Course 3rd Graduation Ceremony,' a citizen humanities and cultural education program, at the Namyangju Cultural Center on December 10.

Joo Gwangdeok, Mayor of Namyangju City, is delivering a greeting at the 'Cultural Academy Advanced Course 3rd Graduation Ceremony,' a citizen humanities and cultural education program, held at Namyangju Cultural Center on the 10th. Provided by Namyangju City

Joo Gwangdeok, Mayor of Namyangju City, is delivering a greeting at the 'Cultural Academy Advanced Course 3rd Graduation Ceremony,' a citizen humanities and cultural education program, held at Namyangju Cultural Center on the 10th. Provided by Namyangju City

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The Cultural Academy is a flagship educational program of the Namyangju Cultural Center, providing citizens with high-quality humanities lectures and local history education. It has established itself as a hub for nurturing cultural leaders in the region.


The graduation ceremony was attended by Mayor Joo Gwangdeok, Kim Kyungdon, Director of the Namyangju Cultural Center, the 3rd class graduates, the alumni association president, and about 60 other participants, making it a meaningful occasion to celebrate the successful completion of the Cultural Academy.


The 3rd Cultural Academy course began in March and continued through December, producing a total of 41 local cultural leaders. The curriculum covered a wide range of topics, from lectures on historical figures and culture of Namyangju to practical knowledge such as artificial intelligence in daily life and Trend Korea, receiving a highly positive response.


The event began with a string quartet performance, followed by an academic report, congratulatory remarks, presentation of certificates, an awards ceremony, and a development fund donation ceremony.

Joo Gwangdeok, Mayor of Namyangju City, is delivering a greeting at the 'Cultural Academy Advanced Course 3rd Graduation Ceremony,' a citizen humanities and cultural education program, held at Namyangju Cultural Center on the 10th. Provided by Namyangju City

Joo Gwangdeok, Mayor of Namyangju City, is delivering a greeting at the 'Cultural Academy Advanced Course 3rd Graduation Ceremony,' a citizen humanities and cultural education program, held at Namyangju Cultural Center on the 10th. Provided by Namyangju City

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During the awards ceremony, certificates were presented to seven graduates, including the top student recognized for exemplary academic performance, to commend their passion and dedication.



Mayor Joo Gwangdeok congratulated the graduates, stating, "You, who have cultivated the history and spirit of Namyangju with your passion for learning over the past year, are the very people who will elevate the cultural standards of Namyangju."


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