Pukyong National University

Pukyong National University Holds First Orientation for the Class of 2026 Freshmen of the College of Liberal Studies

- Held on the 20th at the University Theater and other venues; Approximately 600 participants including College of Liberal Studies freshmen

- Program included guidance on academic systems, rapport-building activities, and course registration advising to prepare students for their first steps in university life

Pukyong National University (President Bae Sang-Hoon) held an orientation for the College of Liberal Studies for the 2026 academic year on January 20 at venues including the University Theater and Pukyong Convention Hall.

The College of Liberal Studies allows freshmen to enroll without declaring a major and to freely choose their majors starting in their sophomore year according to their individual career aspirations. Established for the first time in the 2025 academic year, the college admitted its second cohort this year, selecting approximately 900 students.

Hosted by the College of Liberal Studies Guidance Center, the event brought together about 600 participants, including freshmen and mentors. The program featured an introduction to the college, guidance on academic systems and university life, introductions to faculty advisors, overviews of support programs, a campus tour, rapport-building activities, and course registration advising to help students prepare for their first steps in university life.

In particular, upperclass students from last year’s College of Liberal Studies cohort participated as mentors, offering first-hand guidance on major exploration and practical tips for university life to incoming freshmen. This was followed by a special lecture in which senior students shared vivid, real-life experiences through presentations reflecting on their year-long journey of exploring academic majors.

Choi Ho-Seok, Dean of the College, stated, “We hope this orientation marks an enjoyable and meaningful beginning to university life for College of Liberal Studies students. We will continue to provide full support so that students can freely explore their academic interests and design their futures with confidence.” <Pukyong Today>