Hongik University has taken disciplinary action against Nam Kyung-joo, a musical theater actor and associate professor at the university, by suspending him from his position due to allegations of sexual assault. The suspension was announced after a disciplinary committee was convened, and it took effect before the start of the semester. Nam is known for his work in the performing arts department, but currently, his presence on social media has been made private following these allegations.

The allegations against Nam involve claims that he sexually assaulted a woman last year while utilizing his professional power, which is a serious offense under South Korean law. The Seoul Bangbae Police had previously sent the case to the Seoul Central District Prosecutors' Office, indicating that they believed the allegations to have sufficient merit for prosecution. An important aspect of this case is that the victim reported the incident directly to the police after escaping the situation, highlighting the alleged severity of the incident.

Despite the charges, it has been reported that Nam Kyung-joo has strongly denied the allegations during police investigations. However, authorities have found enough evidence to proceed with the case, suggesting the serious nature of the accusations. This case brings attention to issues of power dynamics in sexual assault situations, particularly in educational institutions, and raises important questions about accountability in the performing arts community.