Education has always been a privilege. Yet people have continuously endeavored to provide more opportunities to those who cannot afford the expenses of education, and yet are willing to take actions to seek knowledge.

Korea University (KU) is no exception. From October 27 to 31, the school is officially conducting “DISCOVER KU 2014” within a few selected classrooms. The program provides lectures to people whose sphere of activity lies outside the school’s premises. Although there is a time limit for the application, there are no restrictions in either age or gender – people who have subscribed for the program are all welcome to attend classes provided by KU professors.

The program is divided into three parts–“Open Class,” “Talk for You,” and “Booktalk.” “Open Class” consists of curriculums that KU students take during school semesters, while “Talk for you” is comprised of lectures prepared specifically for the attendants of “DISCOVER KU.” “Booktalk” is an open discussion where audiences share their opinions about books the professors have written. Out of these three, participants can select and apply whatever classes they wish to hear.

Through “DISCOVER KU” which has continued since 2013, the school hopes to earn itself a reputation as a pioneer of egalitarian education. “I think it’s great that the school supports everyone who has a hunger for knowledge,” said Kim So-Hyun (‘14, English Language and Literature) who works as a volunteer in the program. “Seeing so many different people gather to learn something makes me reflect upon my school life as well,” she added. 

The program ends on Friday with Professor Uhm Chang-Sub’s (Department of Medical Science) “History of Modern Medicine in Korea” as the final lecture.

 

 

   
▲ the poster for "Discover KU 2014" - 30 classes in total were opened for the public Photograph provided by Kim Hyun-Soo
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