Gwangju Seogu to Host Special Lecture by Professor Seo Kyungduk on September 2

Lecture on "Why Is Promoting Korean Culture and History Important?"
Commemorating the 80th Anniversary of Liberation Day
Featuring Professor Seo Kyungduk at Seogu Academy

Gwangju Seogu District (District Mayor Kim Ikang) announced on August 13 that it will invite Professor Seo Kyungduk of Sungshin Women's University to give a lecture at the upcoming Seogu Academy, scheduled for September 2.

This lecture, commemorating the 80th anniversary of Liberation Day, will be held at 2 p.m. in the Deulbul Hall of the Seogu District Office, under the theme "Why Is Promoting Korean Culture and History Important?" Those wishing to participate can register through the Seogu District Office website or by phone, with attendance capped at approximately 150 people on a first-come, first-served basis.

Promotional poster for the 122nd Seogu Academy commemorating the 80th anniversary of Liberation Day. Provided by Gwangju Seogu.

Professor Seo, who was the first to publish a "Dokdo" advertisement in The New York Times, gained international attention and has since led campaigns in major global media outlets on topics such as the East Sea and the issue of Japanese military "comfort women," actively promoting Korea's history and culture.

In particular, he achieved notable results by collaborating with actress Song Hyekyo to provide Korean-language guides at overseas sites related to the independence movement and by introducing Korean-language services at world-renowned cultural venues such as the Museum of Modern Art in New York.

District Mayor Kim Ikang stated, "In celebration of the 80th anniversary of Liberation Day, we have prepared a meaningful event to broaden our understanding of Korean culture and history and to foster pride. I hope many citizens will participate and enjoy this opportunity to learn and share together."

Meanwhile, the Seogu Academy continues to provide a broad and high-level learning environment for local residents by inviting leading figures from various fields, such as broadcaster Kim Jedong, author Ko Myunghwan, poet Na Taejoo, and Professor Seo Eunguk.