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After three years without the event, the Annual Ko-Yon Games returned this year on October 28, beginning with a baseball game at Jamsil Stadium. Korea University (KU) started the game strong, scoring two points in the first of nine innings. However, the tables quickly turned following Yonsei Univers
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Naama Benamy Schoneveld
2022.10.29 07:58
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Korea University (KU) scored a decisive victory of 4:1 against Yonsei University (YU) in the 2022 Ko-Yon Ice Hockey Games held on October 28 at Mokdong Ice Rink. Never losing a head start ahead of YU in all three innings, KU showcased magnificent coordination skills amidst a hot-headed match.KU star
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Kim Chaerin
2022.10.29 08:35
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Korea University (KU) has established a student exchange agreement with the California State University (CSU) System. KU and the 23 campuses within the CSU system are to interchange up to 20 exchange students per semester. Campuses in the CSU system include nationally acclaimed universities such as
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Kim Chaerin
2022.10.24 21:22
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Korea University (KU) announced the launch of 1,000 South Korean Won (KRW) breakfasts. The meals are to be available at the student cafeterias in both the Student Union Building and Aegineung Student Union Building from 8:00 A.M. to 9:30 A.M during the weekdays of the 2022 fall semester. Both underg
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Kim Chaerin
2022.10.24 21:11
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This year, Korea University (KU) has been fully charged with school spirit with the return of special events such as the Annual Ko-Yon Games. While many KU sports teams will participate in the five major games to be held on October 28 and 29, FC Elise — KU’s women’s soccer team — will play in the am
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Naama Benamy Schoneveld
2022.10.23 10:25
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Owned by Uncle Lee Young-chul, the burger restaurant recently partnered with E-mart’s subsidiary, Emart24, as part of the “273 Youth Bus” campaign. Emart24 has been selling the popular Young Chul Street Burger at 3,800 KRW (South Korean Won) since September 30. The marketing campaign is expected to
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Lee Sang-jun
2022.10.16 22:04
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On September 26, Korea University (KU) hosted a seminar on the issue of disability rights by Park Kyung-Seok, the leader of the Solidarity Against Disability Discrimination (SADD). SAAD, a headline advocate for improved accessibility of public transportation, has drawn controversy for their Way to W
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Kim Chaerin
2022.10.08 04:14
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Students have been collecting signatures at Korea University (KU) for a petition protesting the decision to withdraw KU’s participation in the Seoul Queer Culture Festival. The decision was made by the Emergency Central Steering Committee this summer and students have been trying to gain offline tra
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Naama Benamy Schoneveld
2022.10.07 23:45
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As a consequence, many institutions, including Korea University (KU), have added carbon neutrality to their plans to tackle the climate change crisis. One of KU’s most significant actions in relation to climate change was the 2045 Before It’s Too Late Carbon Neutrality Declaration Ceremony. Held on
ON CAMPUS
Lee Sang-jun
2022.10.02 22:40
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Korea University (KU) hosted the 59th Crimson Master’s Concert on September 16 at the Inchon Memorial Hall. The concert featured music pieces of Bach, Mendelssohn, Schubert, Beethoven, and other prominent figures of classical music. Cellists, violinists, and violists were highlighted, with configura
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Lee Sang-jun
2022.10.02 13:07
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Texting is a relatively new, surprisingly complex language comprising colorful emoticons, detailed punctuation mark usage, precise timing, and other implicit nuances. Older generations often struggle trying to catch on to this new and trendy lingo, while Millennials and Generation Z swiftly decode t
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Yun Sunwoo
2022.10.01 22:45
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As the Greek philosopher Heraclitus once said, “Change is the only constant in life.” When The Granite Tower (GT) first shifted from a newspaper publication to a monthly magazine issue, the board of editors expressed great concern. Yet this wariness was easily overshadowed by an overwhelming sense o
GT SPOTLIGHT
Yoon Sunho
2022.10.02 23:21
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On at least one occasion, everyone has undoubtedly dreamt of starting their own company. According to start-up guru Steve Blank, a start-up is a temporary organization designed to search for a repeatable and scalable business model. The life of a young entrepreneur is alluring, especially for univer
ON CAMPUS
Yoon Sunho
2022.10.02 23:21
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Are KSATS responsible for the dystopian attributes in society? In Korea, the youth race to claim their space in the competitive university entrance process. The universities’ names always possess implications; they are heavily loaded with the indications of one’s capacity, efforts, and even one’s pr
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Kim Minji
2022.10.01 08:02
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Guarded by a chubby corgi named Moru, board game café Logic boasts a truly impressive selection of games available for students to play. Upon entry, visitors are met with shelves packed full of a variety of board and card games, such as Monopoly and Munchkin.The café is located on the 3rd floor of t
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Naama Benamy Schoneveld
2022.09.26 14:04
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Korea University (KU) has announced plans to decrease the set quota of undergraduate students. The Ministry of Education (MOE) publicized its “Appropriate Restructuring Plan” on September 15, stating that the wide-ranging plan sets its goal on “reducing the number of admissions, adjusting admission
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Kim Chaerin
2022.09.25 13:00
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Ever since the start of the Fall Semester, student-operated events have revitalized the Korea University (KU) campus. From September 13 to 15, the 2022 Fall Festiveal, organized by the KU Club Union, was held at the People's Square of the Liberal Arts and Humanities Campus. Various clubs participate
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Lee Sang-jun
2022.09.24 19:29
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This year is indeed the Year of the Tiger. On September 7, Korea University (KU) won first place in the Korea University Sports Federation (KUSF) College Sports U-League. Led by coach Joo Hee-jung, KU won the final match against Konkuk University by 74-63. The final took place at Hwajeong Tiger Dome
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Naama Benamy Schoneveld
2022.09.19 20:34
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Korea University Badminton Club (KUBC) has been accused of abusing the Korea University Portal to Information Depository (KUPID) log-in information of former members without their consent. Various former members have reported having their portal IDs used in reserving Hwa Jeong Tiger Dome, with some
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Kim Chaerin
2022.09.10 03:23
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Anyone who enters Korea University (KU)’s main gate is greeted by a 42-year-old man with a warm, bright smile. Kim Eung-jae, the security guard of KU’s Liberal Arts and Humanities Campus, has been working for 14 years, providing necessary campus guidance and information for pedestrians and vehicles
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Lee Sang-jun
2022.09.07 02:35