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EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION is increasingly available online, providing much-needed information to prospective employees about the company they are seeking to work for. However, without self-awareness and prior job experience, new entrants to the job market may find themselves at a loss in deciding what kind of organization, boss, goals would be suitable for them. The Yonsei Annals has interviewed students with some internship or job experience to learn about their insights on what kind of jobs they wish to work for, or what kind of jobs they will avoid at all costs. Ilaria Fornari (Sr., UIC, Compa
Voice on Campus
Ko Young-gyun
2020.04.05 02:34
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A NANOMETER is only one billionth of a meter. Technology on the nanoscale operates on the level of molecules and atoms. Its impossibly miniscule size has opened new avenues of research in the field of medicine ranging from alternative treatments to cancer to improved techniques for magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). One of the leading chemists in inorganic materials and a pioneer of nanomedicine is Cheon Jinwoo (Prof., Department of Chemistry), the Director of the Institute for Basic Science Center for Nanomedicine (IBS CNM), whose current research is in the field of magnetogenetics*. As the di
People/Yonseian
Nam Hyun-jin
2020.04.05 02:29
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“PEOPLE SEE me and just ignore me,” said a woman who took the subway when she was seven months pregnant. “They looked away like it wasn’t their problem.” This is just one example out of countless cases when pregnant women take the subway, only to be ignored by commuters seated in front of them. In order to tackle such situations, South Korea introduced “pink seats”—separate priority seats in subways designated for pregnant women. Yet, as someone who takes the subway on a daily basis myself, I have seen more men and the elderly sit on these pink seats than I have seen pregnant women. This
Opinion
Kwon Kyu-hee
2020.04.05 01:39
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BLACKOUT. BACKGROUND music fades out gradually and then, a moment of silence. Tak! A warm, yellow light illuminates the stage, and act one begins. All eyes turn to the stage as the actors speak their opening lines, seamlessly slipping into their chosen roles. It is easy to be in awe of these performers who so naturally switch from ordinary people into characters often larger than life. It is also easy to believe that this is a world where only the talented can thrive. But here, at Yonsei University, there is a theater club which says we are all actors in our own worlds. To learn more about thi
Behind the Scenes
Mun Su-hyeon
2020.04.04 15:54
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AT ONE point in our lifetime, we have all experienced some kind of discipline from our parents. While some might have done chores around the house, in Korea, discipline usually involves children receiving a beating or caning from their parents. The so-called “rod of love*” is a well-known concept in Korea, where parents use corporal punishment to discipline their children out of love. However, when parents are found to be the main source of child abuse cases, it makes us question whether they should be given the right to take such disciplinary actions. To do, or not to do? Up until last May, A
Opinion
Cha Min-kyung
2020.04.04 13:56
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MANY OF us are familiar with the anxiety that comes with talking to strangers or a large group of people. The prickling sensation of eyes trained on us make us self-conscious about every word we murmur. We dread such situations and may do anything to avoid them. People always tell us that, with time and practice, it is something that we will grow out of. However, for people suffering from selective mutism, such a simple solution is too good to be true. These stressful situations can paralyze them with fear, unable to utter a word.Grasping the situation People with selective mutism are perfectl
Special Report
Oho Yun-seo
2020.03.14 22:09
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AFTER THE spread of the novel coronavirus, anti-Chinese sentiment has grown worldwide. More than 600 thousand people have signed the Blue House online petition requesting travel bans on Chinese visitors, and social media sites have been bombarded with racist vitriol and hate comments. Even bigoted expressions like “Yellow Alert” and “Coronavirus, made in China” made headlines of the foreign newspapers, aggravating Sinophobia—fear or hatred against Chinese nationals. The uncertainty surrounding the coronavirus has spawned not only Sinophobia but also a multitude of dangerous beliefs that
Opinion
Mun Su-hyeon
2020.03.14 21:44
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SELF-HELP books are regularly on the receiving end of many high-brow criticisms for their general lack of literary sophistication. Yet not a week goes by without at least one such book in both the international and domestic bestseller lists. Considering their widespread success and the huge variety that exists in the genre, it seems rather dismissive to simply chalk up their success as being driven by the poor tastes of the general public. Why should anyone be faulted for trying to better themselves? Surely this is something commendable. Yet I do have a strong personal dislike for self-help bo
Opinion
Ko Young-gyun
2020.03.13 04:15
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WHAT KIND of college experience are you looking for? One stuck in the same old routine, or one filled with new adventures and memorable experiences you’ll never forget? These are the questions that the club, Qualifications of a University Student or DJG*, tries to answer. DJG members share their bucket lists and plan unique events to enjoy together under the motto, “if you’re not having fun, you’re not a college student.” For students looking to make the most out of their college experience, The Yonsei Annals conducted interviews with DJG’s President Cha Ha-min (Sr., Dept. of Clothing & Textil
Behind the Scenes
Nam Hyun-jin
2020.03.13 00:56
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AMERICAN HORROR writer H.P. Lovecraft passed away unpopular and impoverished in 1937, yet his fiction survived to inspire generations of cult and horror creators. Incomprehensible and inhumane, his inventive monsters birthed the genre of “cosmic horror” and are constantly reproduced in games, film, and books. But a dilemma looms in all Lovecraftian fiction: the author’s undeniable racism. The Mythos “Cosmic horror” deals with the fear of the unknown, a vital component in Lovecraft’s universe. Lovecraft created dozens of deities and aliens in his fiction that were enough for his readers to conj
Take a Break
Kim Chae-yoon
2020.03.13 00:43
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BUYEO HOLDS the history of Baekje—one of the Three Kingdoms* of Korea; Sabi, present day Buyeo, was Baekje’s capital. In remembrance of the city’s golden days, historical sites were preserved and restored to welcome visitors to immerse themselves in the heritage of the wise Koreans of the past. Yet, Buyeo is still a relatively less-known tourist destination, and many Koreans have only heard of the city in their textbooks. I planned this one-day trip with a sense of duty to tell others about the hidden travel gem. Go-ran Temple and Nak-hwa-am Rock inside Bu so san seong Fortress site The
Travel Diary
Lee Jong-min
2020.03.13 00:36
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NANO-BIOMEDICAL ENGINEERING—what is this up and coming technology everyone is talking about? You may think that the innovative science is only for the Silicon Valley techies, not for average college students. But what many don’t realize is how reliant we are on nano-biomedical technology—from TVs to medicines, nano-biomedical technology has already become a norm in our daily lives. Nanotechnology: the art of the one billionths In order to get a grasp of the seemingly complicated technology, it is necessary to understand each field of science that constitutes this technology. The fi
Lightbulb
Noh Ruby
2020.03.13 00:25
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WHENEVER WE turn on the news channel on TV, we are greeted with news anchors who report the world’s events. While news anchors seem to present news reports only, they are busy coming up with news leads, rehearsing news reports, and double checking the positions of various cameras before they appear on the screen. In order to explore this profession in greater depth, The Yonsei Annals met with Choi Kyu-yeon, an international news anchor at the Korean Broadcasting System (KBS), who shared her experiences in becoming a professional news anchor. Annals: Could you please tell the readers the differ
Career
Cha Min-kyung
2020.03.13 00:20
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EARTH, HOME. Ever since humanity could travel, we have found ways to overcome the numerous problems that are part of planning and making the journey, then surviving and adapting to the new environment at the journey’s end. We have traveled across the lands from the far eastern parts of Asia to those of Europe, as well as across the seas from the Old World to the mysteries of the New World. Still, us humans have always looked up at the sky from the times of ancient man to today and pondered to ourselves, “What lies there, above the heavens and away from Earth? How can I get there?” While we suc
Lightbulb
Oscar Jay Rodriguez
2019.12.02 17:10
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OPERATING BEYOND national borders, the employees of international organizations negotiate diverse interests to promote unique agendas across the globe. Depending on governmental affiliation, they are commonly divided into two categories: intergovernmental organizations (IGO), where coalitions of states a range of policies, and international non-governmental organizations (INGO), where missions are conducted outside governmental interests. However, both of these agencies share the objective of fostering peace and aiding the lives of human beings. To discover more about their endeavors to better
Career
Cho Seung-wan, Yang Soung-hyun
2019.12.02 17:08
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SEOUL’S BITTER-COLD winter is just around the corner and many Yonseians are probably pondering about where to take refuge during this blistery season. Popular destinations are either close to Korea, such as Osaka and Hong Kong, or well-known for their warm climate, like Cebu and Bangkok. While these well-known winter break destinations have their merits, they have become too “Koreanized,” meaning that they have lost much of their unique vibes due to the onslaught of Korean tourists. This year, why not venture further and enjoy a one-of-a-kind winter break at three small Spanish villages? Ronda
Travel Diary
Kwon Do-in
2019.12.02 17:06
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UNDERCOVER WORKER at a fluorescent lamp factory, active participant of labor movements, a member of the National Assembly, and eventually the first female leader of the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, and Transport (MOLIT)—though there are many titles and accomplishments accompanying Minister Kim Hyun-mi (Class of ’81, Dept. of Political Science & Intl. Studies), her passion and drive never seem to be extinguished. Being at the forefront of South Korea’s housing and transport policies since her appointment in 2017, Minister Kim’s plans for transition and improvement might not seem dras
People/Yonseian
Jo Beom-su, Lee Chae-wan
2019.12.02 17:04
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AS SOON as Ji-young enters the public bathroom stall, she scans the small cubicle for any holes and traces of blinking red LED lights that indicate the presence of hidden cameras. After a careful yet somewhat frantic search, Ji-young reluctantly steps out of the public bathroom. Upon watching this scene from Kim Ji-young: Born in 1982, I was lost with words as I was reminded of how often I undergo the same routine in public bathrooms. Though I was not born in 1982, my heart still ached for Ji-young because at that moment, the movie did not portray the life of Ji-young in isolation; it was the
Opinion
Noh Ruby
2019.12.02 16:46
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“SMILE, BECAUSE it’s easier than explaining what is killing you inside.” For so long, I related closely to this quote by Joker in the film The Dark Knight, as it was representative of my own mental struggles. After a bout of mental trauma that struck me last year, 2019 has been a wayward journey of overcoming depression. Looking back on the year, the lessons I learned help to do away with a pretentious smile and put on a genuine grin. The downward spiral Ever since I was a child, I believed that helping others was the most noble thing a human being could do, as I regarded human life as somethi
Opinion
Cho Seung-wan
2019.12.02 16:44
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WHETHER IT is knocking on wood three times to ward off bad luck or not eating seaweed soup the day before you take the su-neung*, almost everyone believes in a superstition, passed down within their family or learned from their experiences. Although there is no clear evidence to prove the validity of their various beliefs, many end up abiding by their superstitions for different reasons and refrain from taking certain actions. The Yonsei Annals has asked students currently at Yonsei University to share some of their superstitions. Antony Guzman (Soph., Dept. of Computer Science, Dartmouth Coll
Voice on Campus
Cub Reporters
2019.12.02 15:53