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The College of Fine Arts commemorates its 60th anniversary with an exhibition at the KUMA Museum
First-year students showcase their initial creations, and organizers hold a special opening ceremony for parents and members
This exhibition marks the beginning of artistic education on campus

To celebrate its 60th anniversary, the College of Fine Arts launched the "2026 College of Fine Arts First Step Exhibition" and organized a special event for university members and parents. The exhibition provided a platform to share the freshmen's initial artistic creations with the university community.

The exhibition unveiled the initial artworks created by the newly admitted freshmen of the College of Fine Arts. The students prepared space designs featuring the first-year student character "Mirangi" and interactive installation art to enhance the visitor experience. The college held the exhibition on the first through fourth floors of the KUMA Museum building from Monday, June 8, to Sunday, June 14.

Opening Ceremony Welcomes Parents and Outlines Curriculum

On the afternoon of June 8, organizers held an opening ceremony on the first floor of the museum. Faculty members, parents, students, and other university personnel attended the ceremony to celebrate the students' artistic debut. The college also introduced a parent invitation program to directly showcase its curriculum and creative environment.

The College of Fine Arts linked this exhibition with educational programs designed to help first-year students adjust to their studies and expand their creative pursuits. Through consultations on the art-making process and advisory feedback programs, the college helped students enhance their practical creative capabilities. Dean Hyoung-min Na of the College of Fine Arts stated: "The First Step Exhibition supports our first-year students as they embark on their journey as professional artists. This exhibition is especially meaningful because it invites both the university community and parents of our students to join us in celebrating the 60th anniversary of the college." He added, "Presenting their artworks to the public for the first time is a vital experience for students. We must view this as an extension of their education, supporting their creative drive and artistic growth."

The College of Fine Arts operates various student support initiatives. In addition to exhibitions, its signature program is the overseas training program. Each year, the college selects over 30 undergraduate students to participate in a seven-day overseas program. This program enables students to host exhibitions locally and experience diverse cultures. The college maintains collaborative relationships with institutions worldwide, including those in China, Germany, Hong Kong, Taiwan, and Singapore. Earlier this year, a training program took place in Rome and Florence, Italy, the primary creative base for Chair Professor Eun-sun Park.