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The goal of the course is to promote “English-language global communication” through the usage of information and communication, while using English as a tool for intercultural communication and discussing key societal issues. The course also highly emphasizes the need for active participation in th
KU LECTURE
Ekin Sevinc
2023.05.03 23:11
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A recent revision in Korea University’s (KU) grade point average (GPA) percentile conversion has reignited an ongoing controversy regarding the GPA conversion system. The discrepancy between GPA conversions in different universities has continuously sparked heated debates as to its fairness in accur
ON CAMPUS
Park Hyun Seo
2023.05.03 11:07
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"Storm in a teacup,” meaning great outrage over a trivial matter, can apply to certain stigmas in society, as the subjects themselves are mostly trivial, yet are symbolically a big deal, considered offensive or sacred in certain cultures or societies. For this month’s Voice on Campus article, The Gr
VOICE ON CAMPUS
Jung Haine
2023.05.01 21:25
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On April 18, 2023, Korea University (KU) hosted a series of events to commemorate the 4.18 (April 18) KU Student Protest’s 63rd anniversary. At 10:30 A.M., representatives of KU, including President Kim Dong-One and Student President Park Sung-gun, led the flower-laying ceremony at the 4.18 Memorial
NEWS
Park Jaewon
2023.04.19 23:30
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The 14th student president of Korea University (KU)’s Department of Biotechnology was impeached during a general assembly held on April 11, 2023. The impeachment was brought fourth on the grounds of noncompliance with department bylaws, disregard for democratic procedures, and general delinquency. P
NEWS
Jaewon Park
2023.04.19 23:21
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On April 3, 2023, Korea University (KU)’s University Research Institute Industry Collaboration Center (URIC) signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Korea Automotive Research Institute (KATECH), aiming to promote future mobility workforce development. The signing ceremony was attended by
NEWS
Park Jaewon
2023.04.15 00:05
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On April 4, Korea University (KU) and the Hyundai Motor Chung Mong-koo Foundation formalized their plans to launch a new joint educational program, aiming to foster specialists in Southeast Asia. Starting this summer, the project, called the CMK School of ASEAN Studies (CSAS), will provide expert le
NEWS
Giorgio Cioffi
2023.04.14 21:24
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In an interview with E-Daily on March 22, Korea University’s (KU) President Kim Dong-One revealed that the institution plans to penalize instances of scholarly misconduct and violence, including those involving high-achieving applicants who meet the College Scholastic Ability Test (CSAT) criteria fo
NEWS
Giorgio Cioffi
2023.04.08 00:50
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A Korea University (KU) research team contributed to developing a blood test that can diagnose six different types of cancer at its early stages, including lung, pancreatic, breast, colon, and liver cancers. Professor Choi Yeonho (Department of Biomedical Engineering), Professor Kim Hyun Koo (KU Gur
NEWS
Jung Haine
2023.04.07 21:44
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According to Statistics Korea, single-person households are expected to increase from 25 percent in 2020 to 51.6 percent in 2050 among those aged over 65. As the rates of the Global Aging Index are skyrocketing, the need for adequate welfare measures for seniors living alone can never be stressed en
ON CAMPUS
Jeon Hye Seo
2023.04.03 22:26
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One should never overlook how a tinge of humor can lighten up daily emotions! Recently gaining much popularity in Korea, a "balance game" refers to a situation where respondents are given two choices and made to swiftly choose the better —or less evil —option between the two. It has been proven to b
SURVEY
Jeon Hye Seo
2023.04.03 22:16
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UntitledBy AnonymousMy dear one in Lisbon, farewell to thee,As I send back your clothes with bittersweet glee.A metaphor they are for memories and times,That we shared together, in different climes.The scarf that you wore in the cool of the night,A symbol of warmth, of love's sweet delight.The coat
GT SPOTLIGHT
Kim Chaerin
2023.04.02 22:38
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Student rooms are one of the most intimate spaces for Korea University (KU) students to spend their free time. Although they are not well equipped, student rooms are places where memories are created, as many students freely sleep, study, eat, or even stay up all night before exams. In this April is
VOICE ON CAMPUS
Son Chaewan
2023.03.31 22:11
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Professors of Korea University (KU) announced a public statement urging the national government to withdraw the "third-party repayment" plan to compensate for forced labor or mobilization under Japan’s colonial rule. Eighty-five professors signed their names to the statement, and as of March 31, thi
NEWS
Jung Haine
2023.03.31 20:54
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A team led by Korea University (KU)'s Professor Robert Rudolf (Division of International Studies) and Professor Dirk Bethmann (Department of Economics) published a study on the Springer's Journal of Happiness Studies that demonstrated the negative correlation between a nation's wealth and the subjec
NEWS
Park Jaewon
2023.03.31 19:23
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During a conversation with The Granite Tower (GT), the president of Humans of Korea University (HoKU) posed a thought-provoking question – “Think of the people in your class who are all studying the same material. You see each other, but time goes by, and you do not say a word.” Now, there is a reme
STUDENT LIFE
Giorgio Cioffi
2023.03.31 15:36
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At 5:00 P.M. on March 16, 2023, Korea University (KU) hosted the Seoklimhoe scholarships awards ceremony for Spring of 2023 in the Samsung Centennial Memorial Hall. Seoklimhoe is a scholarship foundation established and maintained by KU professors since 1970. With 864 members as of March 2023, the f
NEWS
Park Jaewon
2023.03.26 14:06
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As communicated in the scientific journal Applied Catalysis B: Environmental on March 11, a team of researchers from Korea University (KU) made a groundbreaking discovery in the field of renewable energy sources. Led by Professor Lee In-hwan (Department of Materials Science and Engineering), a group
NEWS
Giorgio Cioffi
2023.03.25 22:31
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From March 15 to 16, Korea University (KU)’s official 2023 Clubs Fair was held in People’s Square and the basketball court each day from 11:00 A.M. through 6:00 P.M. The fair was titled “Come and Play: Forest of Dong-bak” (abbreviation of Korean term for clubs fair) and was organized by KU’s 39th Cl
NEWS
Jung Haine
2023.03.17 19:23
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On February 22, 2023, Korea University (KU) and Art Linker Co., Ltd., a digital platform that promotes the appreciation of culture and arts, have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to offer new freshmen a free premium account. The premium account includes unlimited access to art house data,
NEWS
Giorgio Cioffi
2023.03.17 18:46