Dear reader, it is our sincerest hope that this letter finds you in a state of contentment. As the vibrant hues of spring begin to paint the campus with its lively colors, it is natural to feel a sense of renewal and growth. The delightful weather not only brightens our surroundings but also rekindl
In the rapidly evolving sports landscape, electronic sports (esports) stands out as a true game-changer. Esports refers to organized video or online game competitions for professional game players or teams. Its history traces back to the early 1990s with the rise of competitive gaming communities ce
The tattoo industry in South Korea has firmly established itself as a diverse and growing field. Tattoos were once considered a relatively hidden form of art associated with social stigma, as they were often a symbol of unity used by gangsters in Korea. Today, many individuals view tattoos as a form
In November 2023, the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism (MCST) announced a reduction in the budget for independent film support. Despite this, Picnic, released last February, has surpassed 200,000 viewers for the first time among Korean independent and artistic drama films since A Resistance w
According to Bank of Korea report on February 7th, the economic profit of domestic subsidiaries from reinvestment, which refers to retention money from abroad, decreased by around $8.8 billion. This event signifies the occurrence of “capital reshoring,” in which retention money from overseas flowed
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People’s Republic of China announced that Chinese diplomatic officials embarked on their second European tour on March 2nd to mediate in the Ukraine war. Mao Ning, the Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs spokesperson, stated that this European tour includes vis
Sweden has officially become the 32nd member of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) on March 7th. NATO, established in 1949 by the United States (U.S.), Canada, France, and 12 other countries, is a military alliance that considers an attack on one nation as an invasion against the entire a
North Korea has heightened military threats by conducting various naval missile launches and testing new artillery since the beginning of the year. On January 5th, North Korea fired around 200 coastal artillery shells near the Northern Limit Line (NLL) in the West Sea, engaging in violent provocatio
Fluency in multiple languages and international competency have become essential assets in a globalized world. Lee Han-jung, a professor of the Department of English Language and Literature at Sungkyunkwan University (SKKU), is helping to guide Kingos’ steps into this global world. Therefore, the Su
Last February, a pastor known for helping North Koreans’ escape from the country was sentenced to five years in prison for sexually abusing teenage defectors. Such cases exacerbate the challenges of these young defectors struggling to assimilate into South Korean society. Thus, the Sungkyun Times (S
With slowly blooming blossoms, spring is rapidly on its way. The campus is finally filled with warmth, and every puzzle piece seems to slowly fall into place: new classes, new friends, and a new you. While every new starts to immerse itself in your world, the Sungkyun Times (SKT) took a step back to
People seem to shine brighter as April signals the arrival of a new spring. The cyclical nature of the seasons means that spring will return once more - though, there will only be one more spring to remember in 2024. So, how about going on a special journey to capture the unique moments of April? Th