On February 20, during the 2026 graduation ceremony held at KAIST’s main campus in Daejeon, G-Dragon gave a video speech to celebrate the graduates’ new beginnings. “Congratulations from the bottom of my heart. You have already achieved so much and you are people who will continue to achieve even more.” he said warmly.
He continued with words of encouragement about entering an uncertain world. “You’re entering a world where there isn’t always a right, definitive answer,” he noted. “It’s okay to make mistakes, but don’t stop. The courage to choose a path different from others will ultimately take you further.” He concluded his speech with a powerful message: “Today, begin freely.”
G-Dragon’s connection with KAIST dates back to June 2024, when the university appointed him as a visiting professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering. The move attracted widespread attention, as KAIST aimed to improve global competitiveness by integrating science and technology with K content and the cultural industry.
Meanwhile, Galaxy Corporation, the global AI entertainment technology company that G-Dragon is affiliated with, has also collaborated with KAIST to establish an “AI Enter-Tech Research Center”. Together, they are conducting various research projects that apply digital twin technology, AI avatars, and metaverse innovations to the entertainment industry.
With his message that combines creativity, courage and forward-thinking vision, G-Dragon has once again demonstrated why he remains not only a cultural icon but also an influential voice for the next generation.
Sources: Daum
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