“Age is just a number” – Stories of those who are one step ahead
Today, the AI Top Course 2nd Graduation Ceremony was held in a grand manner. At this event, we witnessed more than just graduation. Students who took time out of their busy daily lives to continue learning. Their passion was a challenge in itself, transcending age and environment.
Those who attended the graduation ceremony completed the intense course without sleeping properly for months and without even a single meal. They deserve heartfelt applause and cheers, so much so that it feels like there is no way to give them enough praise.
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[Korean Today] Photo by Reporter Park Soo-jin Commemorative photo for graduation ceremony © Reporter Park Soo-jin |
Courage, determination, and challenge towards learning
This course was attended by people from various backgrounds, including current civil servants, researchers in master’s and doctoral programs, self-employed people, lecturers, and retired civil servants. Although they had already lived excellent lives in their respective positions, they took on the challenge with the goal of “going beyond knowledge to finding fulfillment in life.”
Many students say:
Sometimes they are asked, “Why do you suffer when you are old?” but they are firm. It is because they are responsible for their own lives and their burning passion to live an active life is the driving force.
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[Korean Today] Photo by Reporter Park Soo-jin, Branch Manager Kim Mi-hee, National Anthem © Reporter Park Soo-jin |
The story of Chairman Yeon Sam-Heum, who shined as a role model
One person who particularly stood out at the graduation ceremony was Chairman Yeon Sam-Heum. He was a true role model through his life of never stopping learning even in difficult circumstances.
His goal is not just his own success, but also “to help 1,000 people get jobs.” His motto, “Learn a lot, share a life”, has deeply impressed all his students.
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[Korean Today] Photo by Reporter Park Soo-jin The generous tree that is working hard, Yeon Sam-heum © Reporter Park Soo-jin |
Graduation is not the end, but a new beginning
Chairman Ji Seung-ju Wonwoo emphasized in his congratulatory remarks that the graduation ceremony is not the end but the beginning. He said, “All the knowledge and experience we have learned together has real meaning in the process of sharing and helping each other,” and hoped that this wisdom could give hope and courage to someone.
The graduation ceremony was held in a warm atmosphere with the national anthem, congratulatory speeches, and passionate testimonials from the graduates. It was a place to encourage each other while reflecting on the meaning of learning and sharing, rather than remaining a simple formality.
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[Korean Today] Photo by Reporter Park Soo-jin Students studying hard © Reporter Park Soo-jin |
“Ordinary people living extraordinary lives”
Today’s protagonists are those who have stepped forward to take on new challenges beyond their own positions and environments. Their stories are not simply a process of accumulating knowledge, but a step toward a better self and world.
Dear graduates of the 2nd AI Top Course, you are the true leaders of this era.
I sincerely hope that you will continue this passion in the future.
You already deserve the highest praise .
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