The month of September has long inspired music. Green Day’s Wake Me Up When September Ends voices a somber reflection on change and memory, while Earth, Wind & Fire’s September bursts with an uplifting rhythm that invites everyone to celebrate life’s vibrant joys. Each song carries its own tide of emotion, yet all honor September as a time worth remembering.
Perhaps it is the gentle turning of the seasons, the golden light that softly drapes over late summer, or the quiet thrill of a new school term that gives September such a timeless weight in our memories. Here at Sungkyunkwan University (SKKU), this month invites each of us to compose our own verses — perhaps beginning with the first tentative notes of fresh challenges, weaving in the harmonies of new acquaintances, and rising toward the soaring chorus of dreams yet unspoken. Between these moments, there are also subtle pauses, such as the silent measures where reflection deepens and the heart gathers breath for the next crescendo.
As the Sungkyun Times embarks on another semester, we eagerly anticipate the stories that will unfold. Kingos, join us in filling these pages so that this autumn becomes more than a fleeting lyric — the opening notes of a melody that will linger for the days and weeks to come.