On September 10th, Joe Biden, the President of the United States (U.S.), visited Hanoi, Vietnam, and held a meeting with the paramount leader, Nguyen Phú Trong. Through this summit, the relationship between the two countries was elevated from a “comprehensive partnership” to a “comprehensive strateg
On September 13th, the North Korean leader, Kim Jong-un, visited the Vostochny Cosmodrome in Russia to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin. United States (U.S.) officials noted that there is a high possibility of an arms deal between the two countries. The U.S. is viewing the meeting as a final st
The Korean Railway (KORAIL) labor union went on a strike from September 14th, 9 a.m., to 18th, 9 a.m., demanding Suseo Korea Train eXpress (KTX) and improvement in working conditions. This is in response to the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, and Transport (MOLIT) reducing the Suseo-Gyeongbu line
Following the suicide of a young teacher from Seo2 Elementary School in Seoul on July 18th, three consecutive suicide incidents emerged in less than two months. The elementary school teachers’ self-destructing actions from Shinmok Elementary School in Gunsan on August 31st, and in Daejeon on Septemb
When the cold blue sky covers the world, many find themselves wanting to escape their mundane daily lives. Likewise, Kingos may also long for a trip away from the stuffy, crowded classroom. However, going on a journey in the middle of the semester can be challenging and often make Kingos hesitate ab
A Baby box is a private facility which accepts an infant from a parent who cannot afford to raise a child. In Korea, three baby boxes are operated by Jusarang Community Church in Seoul City and New Canaan Church in Gunpo City to prevent the tragedy of infants losing their lives due to abandonment. H
Where the Mediterranean sun shines brightly, flamenco dancers perform passionately, and the exquisite craftsmanship of Antoni Gaudí enchants. While the sun beats down on you, Spain is buzzing with the lively vitality of the Spaniards. So, why not explore the countless charms of Spain and its wonder
Globalization is no longer a trend, but an essential to universities. Sungkyunkwan University (SKKU) is also making efforts such as running language schools and inviting diverse global students and professors to the campus. However, are global programs for Korean students carried out as amicably as
Sungkyunkwan University (SKKU) produces numerous international alumni every year. Professor Mansoo Yu is a pioneer in this aspect. After majoring in Social Welfare at SKKU and studying at Washington University in St. Louis, Professor Mansoo Yu currently works at the University of Missouri. The Sungk
Q1. Please introduce yourself.Hello! My name is Lǐxīn Lín, and I am from Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China. I am a junior at Sungkyunkwan University (SKKU), and my major is Economics. I began studying Korean at Sungkyun Language Institute (SLI) in the late summer of 2019 and officially entered SKKU in 20
Q1. Please introduce yourself.Hi, I am Wénqí Xiè from China. I am majoring in Library and Information Science, and double majoring in Public Interest and Law at Sungkyunkwan University (SKKU). In 2020, I came to Korea and studied Korean for 10 months at the Sungkyun Language Institute (SLI). Then
Streets Filled with MusicOn August 19th, Sungkyunkwan University (SKKU) held the 2023 Jongno Carless Street Festival. The festival extended 350m from Hyehwa Station Exit 1 to the Seoul National University Hospital Entrance from 12 p.m. to 7 p.m., with restricted car entrance from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. T
Changes to the Credit System Sungkyunkwan University (SKKU) announced an alteration to the credit system for those serving in the military at the start of the 2023 fall semester. This information was made public to students on August 11th, with the major changes being the increase of the credit limi
Autumn, a season of contemplation, has drawn near to us. As I stroll through the streets painted with crimson leaves, I wonder what I truly desire to do. Unlike my youthful days, filled with boundless dreams and yearnings, I now wrestle with numerous restrictions in pursuing my ambitions — a bitter
The musical Rebecca is celebrating its Korean 10th-anniversary performance from August 19th to November 19th. These days, numerous long-standing musical works, including Rebecca, continue to receive love. Yet, within even seemingly perfect musicals, shadows exist. Hence, the Sungkyun Times (SKT) inv
Everyone knows Barbie — the doll with blonde hair, a pink dress, and glittery shoes. Last July, Barbie visited the theaters, embarking on a sparkly journey proving she is something more than these. Hop on her journey with the Sungkyun Times (SKT) to unveil all the complex layers this candy-colored f
Gorpcore, cottagecore, and now balletcore — these are not just a handful of the countless waves of style aesthetics that have recently swept through popular culture. A style aesthetic, on the internet, refers to a thematic expression of a particular style, each with a unique set of elements such as
Juvenile criminals and the Juvenile Act that protects them are currently at the center of controversy. Last August, a group of middle school girls from Ulsan City were investigated for violently assaulting a fellow male student. However, since they were juvenile delinquents, the perpetrators were ex
The movie Next Sohee, released on Netflix in July, tells the tragic story of a former field trainee, Sohee. In the movie, the violence and unjust working conditions she experienced at a call center made her take her own life. The sorrow of the sacrificed Sohees conveyed by the film brought attention
Unobtainium, the highly valuable rare-earth compound in the movie Avatar, or superconductor in a scientific context, was claimed to be created by South Korean researchers on July 22nd. Although the intitial glimmers of hope now seem to be slowly fading away, the sensational pre-print paper made rema