Netizens observed that TWICE's Nayeon has taken a leave of absence from her education and questioned whether she truly requires the degree.

On October 18 KST, a member of the online community forum community posed the question, "Why Isn't Nayeon Dropping Out of College?"

Along with a screenshot of Nayeon's background information from an internet source, the netizen noted that Nayeon is now enrolled at Konkuk University but has been on leave of absence for a considerable amount of time.

Considering her incredibly successful career with in K-pop industry as a member of the top girl group TWICE and her lengthy sabbatical, the netizen pondered why Nayeon doesn't just drop out.

The netizen wrote, "She is already so successful that it is pointless for her to continue attending college; wouldn't it be better if she dropped out?".

"Education:

• Seoul Myungwon Elementary School (graduated)
• Sungdeok Girls Middle School (graduated)
• Kang Dong High School (transferred)
• Apgujeong High School (graduated)
• Konkuk University (Video/Movie department / Leave of Absence)"

In response, Netizens said:

On the other hand, does she have a reason to quit?

She studied hard? She went to Konkuk University? That's so cool.

Didn't Nayeon work hard in school, too?

If you are out of school for too long, don't you get kicked out?

Since so long, Nayeon has been going to college. Didn't she sign up the first time when she was 21?

She has no reason at all to stop going to Konkuk University. Still, it's good to have gone to college.

What? How did she get into a school this good?

I had no idea that she goes to college.

Soongsil, a Korean YouTuber who isn't famous, went to college for 10 years, so why can't Nayeon do the same?

In the future, if TWICE's promotions stop, she can still get a college degree.

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NewJeans' Minji touched fans' hearts with a handwritten letter on her birthday — even while the group is currently unable to promote due to legal issues.

On May 7, Minji celebrated her birthday by sharing a heartfelt message on the group’s personal SNS account, which the members opened themselves to stay connected with fans.

Minji began her letter with honesty, writing, “I think I’m living a busier life than I expected. When I finally looked up, it was already May, and it was my birthday.”

She admitted that she had a lot she wanted to say, but her thoughts felt “messy.” Still, her message to fans was clear, “I just hope that I, our members, and Bunnies can all be happy. Happiness is the biggest goal in my life.”

Minji then opened up about her personal journey and struggles, saying, “I sometimes think that running toward my happiness by doing what I love might look foolish to others. But isn’t giving up your happiness now for the sake of a future that might not even come… too harsh on yourself?”

Despite everything, she ended on a hopeful note, “I really miss the times when we shared our feelings through the good music we made together. But I always look forward to what’s ahead."

She added, "We didn’t stop here, and we’re not going to stop! It might look like we’re standing still, but I believe we’re growing deeper.”

Her message comes during a difficult time for NewJeans. The group announced last year that they were cutting ties with ADOR, their original agency, after trust was broken. They later began working independently under the new name ‘NJZ’.

However, ADOR responded with legal action — claiming the exclusive contract with NewJeans was still valid and asking the court to stop the group from promoting or signing deals.

The court sided with ADOR and granted an injunction, forcing NewJeans to pause their activities. Their appeal was rejected, and they’ve now filed a second appeal.

Through it all, Minji’s message proves one thing — even when forced to stop, NewJeans' hearts are still moving forward.

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