Damyang Office of Education Holds Workshop on Activating University-High School Linked Education Programs

[Damyang=Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Kim Chunsu] The Damyang Office of Education announced on the 24th that it held a workshop on activating high school-university linked education hosted by Jeonnam Provincial University on the 23rd.

This event was promoted and carried out by the local education office following a meeting between Education Director Lee Sook and Jeonnam Provincial University President Park Byungho, during which Jeonnam Provincial University requested the activation of linked education between local universities and high schools.

Jeonnam Provincial University, established and operated by Jeollanam-do, is the only public university in Honam, providing a place of learning where students can focus solely on their studies by securing various and abundant scholarship benefits and affordable, excellent dormitory facilities.

Additionally, through a business agreement with the Jeollanam-do Office of Education and the Jeollanam-do Damyang Office of Education, the university is promoting the establishment of infrastructure and the development and operation of programs to activate career exploration and career experience for Jeonnam students. It supports customized programs for activating student career experiences by utilizing the university’s specialized knowledge, personnel, and facilities.

The event was attended by vice principals of local high schools and staff in charge of university admissions.

Jeonnam Provincial University is advancing as a prestigious employment university leading the rapidly changing knowledge and information society of the 21st century by reorganizing all departments into curricula centered on core competencies and field practice for customized premium education that maximizes student capabilities and specialized education linked to regional industries. It provided various information that can help local students in their career choices.

Education Director Lee Sook said, “This meaningful event, achieved through collaboration between the local education office, university, and high schools, will spare no support so that students can achieve their dreams through Damyang education in cooperation with the local community.”