Whether a sweet summer breeze or a violent hurricane storm, 
each wind has its own unique strength or trajectory. Yet, despite 
the seemingly drastic differences of these winds, they share a 
common factor: they are forces that bring about change in our 
atmosphere. Applying this metaphor to current events, the March 
issue of The Granite Tower (GT) explores various “winds of 
change,” from updates on campus life to momentous transitions 
in domestic and international politics.

In the spirit of a new school year, GT has interviewed the newly 
elected president of Korea University (KU), introducing his 
accomplishments and promises to the KU community. For our 
Voice on Campus article, we reached outside the usual student 
body and took the time to interview a few professors and their 
journey to KU. Our Cover Story takes a deep dive into the 
education reform of 2023, dissecting its significance and 
implications, which imply major changes for our society. Our 
Feature articles explain additional changes in our country, from 
the political corruptness of clemencies to major shifts in the 
medical field and Artificial Intelligence (AI).

Meanwhile, on a more lighthearted note, the GT Spotlight 
section introduces our new reporters for the upcoming semester, 
each unique in their own way, while sharing the same passion for 
authenticity and critical thinking. Although new beginnings are 
never easy, they can be exciting opportunities for change. We 
hope that reading our March issue helps the “winds of change” 
blow your way, assisting you as you embark on a fresh new 
journey this semester.