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Speaking of diversity as an international student is interesting. I have, at the same time, entered an environment much more diverse than what I’d be experiencing had I stayed in my hometown for university, while also bringing more diversity to KU with my presence. I am, simultaneously, a spectator
GUEST REPORTER
Maja Popovic
2022.06.07 01:05
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If you have been walking around the Liberal Arts and Humanities Campus in Korea University (KU) this spring, then it is likely that you have heard the passionate speeches and powerful songs ricocheting throughout the campus. This comes from none other than one of KU’s members: the non-regular worker
ON CAMPUS
Kim Minji
2022.06.06 21:27
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The Korea Herald reported on March 17 that 7.5 percent of all married couples divorced in 2021 in South Korea. On the flip side, Statistics Korea revealed that the number of Koreans who got married in 2021 was the lowest ever at 193,000. The reasons for failed marriages include an increase in indivi
SURVEY
Park Soo Hyun
2022.06.06 17:53
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Anam-Gol, a common nickname for Anam, is one of the many indications of how barren people consider Korea University’s (KU) campus town to be. With Gol meaning “valley,” Anam-Gol highlights the isolated qualities of the KU neighborhood. Although optimists may devalue these negative sentiments as they
VOICE ON CAMPUS
Jie Yeowon
2022.06.06 13:12
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Introduction to Korean History and Culture is a course that aims to strengthen the historical and cultural background of foreign students and anyone who did not have the opportunity to properly learn about how the Korean peninsula came to be. The class, which has always been highly rated by undergra
KU LECTURE
Lee Sang-jun
2022.06.05 19:57
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The Korea University Student Union (KUSU), widely regarded as the top executive student body, advocates self-governance through renovation of academic traditions, such as annual events, research activities, and projects. On December 21, 2021, Korea University (KU) students from the Seoul Campus elec
ON CAMPUS
Lee Sang-jun
2022.06.05 19:47
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On April 25, the Ministry of Education announced the results of verification of research papers co-written by underage highschool students. Out of the 10 people who were confirmed to have been illegally registered as co-authors, two students were from KU. One of them was Min Cho, daughter of the for
NEWS
Estela Jung
2022.06.02 12:08
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The Korea University Disability Support Center (KUCSD) has launched a support vehicle service system for an application to ensure easier mobility for students who have disabilities and impairments that limit major life activities. The application, called KUBUS, which is currently being tested, was m
NEWS
Lee Sang-jun
2022.05.29 13:35
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Korea University Business School (KUBS) Startup Station, an institution supporting KU students’ startup businesses, hosted the “2022 Spring CHOO CHOO Day” on May 13th. “CHOO CHOO Day,” an event for a startup demo day where KU entrepreneurs present their products and services, is held twice a year. I
NEWS
Jeon Hye Seo
2022.05.28 23:34
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On May 17, a new statue has been unveiled near the Business School Main Hall on Korea University (KU)’s Seoul Campus. The statue, which is a piece of artwork custom-made by Korean artist Lee Ufan, is called “Relatum-The Location.” Lee is a minimalist artist and a scholar with great impact on both Ko
NEWS
Naama Benamy
2022.05.27 08:53
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The International Student Festival (ISF) was hosted for the first time in two years on May 19 in People’s Square. The festival, hosted by Korea University Buddy Association (KUBA), celebrates the diversity of internationals residing at Korea University (KU) and facilitates interactions between inter
NEWS
Kim Chaerin
2022.05.25 18:21
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Professor Hyo Jae Yoon (Department of Chemistry) and his team have succeeded in creating a new molecular diode that shows a reversal of rectification polarity depending on the magnitude of the voltage applied. The research was published in the Journal of the American Chemical Society with the suppor
NEWS
Estela Jung
2022.05.25 17:09
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However, both the Seoul and Sejong Campuses still emit approximately 100,000 tons of greenhouse gas emissions (GHGs) every year. As a result, ESG has become a necessity and no longer an option to reduce the effects of climate change, which are stated on the United Nations Sustainable Development Goa
NEWS
Lee Sang-jun
2022.05.20 20:24
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Korea University (KU)’s CIS (College of International Studies) and GSIS (Graduate School of International Studies) presented a celebratory seminar on May 12, commemorating both the establishment of the CIS and the commencement of the Division of Global Korean Studies (GKS). Following the launch of G
NEWS
Kim Chaerin
2022.05.19 14:14
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Professor Joon-Kyung Seong (Department of Biomedical Engineering) and Doctor Whajin Lee (Department of Biomedical Engineering) have published a novel model to explain the relationship between β-amyloid and tau proteins, the two important biomarkers of Alzheimer’s disease. The thesis, “Regional Aβ-ta
NEWS
Jeon Hye Seo
2022.05.15 22:23
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On May 5, Korea University (KU) celebrated its 117th year of foundation since its establishment by Lee Yong-Ik in 1905 under the name of Bosung College. On the anniversary, KU both commemorated its history and reiterated its societal value by opening the campus to local residents and honoring virtuo
NEWS
Kim Chaerin
2022.05.13 20:57
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In March 2022, the Korea University (KU) Diversity Council released the Diversity Report, continuing its third-year tradition since its establishment by President Chung Jin-Taek in 2019. Published in Korean, the report delves into education, research, and school culture, and analyzes KU’s efforts to
NEWS
Lee Sang-jun and Naama Benamy Schoneveld
2022.05.13 14:17
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Much of what 2 by Mac DeMarco offers can be inferred from its cover. In it, DeMarco stands by a big bush holding an old electric guitar and a cigarette between his fingers. With a tired smile, he holds up a victory sign. Laid back and unembellished, like his music, featuring instruments one would fi
GUEST REPORTER
Min Woo Lee
2022.05.04 14:53
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There’s movies that you watch and think, “Huh, not bad.” You maybe post about it on your social media because it’s popular at the moment, you mention it to your friends the day after and then it quickly becomes one of those oh-yeah-I-watched-that-a-forever-ago-but-I-don’t-really-remember-it-that-wel
GUEST REPORTER
Maja Popovic
2022.05.04 14:51
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Garnering exponential attention in mainstream media, the Kkaennip Controversy has become a debate defining Korean pop culture. Originating from a viral internet feud, the Kkaennip Controversy presents a hypothetical situation where you are out eating with your date and your friend, and you see your
VOICE ON CAMPUS
Jie Yeowon
2022.05.04 14:53