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EVEN THE most ambitious of us enjoy leisure time separately from our academic pursuits. Some enjoy physical activities that get our blood pumping, while others enjoy activities that stimulate our brain. Our hobbies can be both a reprieve from the race of life and an opportunity to discover a new pas
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Oho Yun-seo
2020.08.31 09:41
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IN THE past, the camera was a luxury product used only during special occasions. However, as cameras adopted sleeker designs and became somewhat affordable, they became more accessible to the general public. Although digital cameras have made photography even more convenient than before, some still choose analog cameras in order to savor the pure naturalness of the pictures that cannot be replicated by their digital counterparts. As film cameras are taking the spotlight again these days, The Yonsei Annals explored the evolution of cameras from the past to the present. As I pushed open the door
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Cha Min-kyung
2020.05.02 01:51
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A PHOENIX rises from the ashes of its former self, an old soul reborn into a new body. This majestic creature is a myth that symbolizes the supernatural concept of rebirth. Rebirth in our world, however, can only mean a fresh start as we redeem ourselves from the sins we have committed in the past. Despite knowing that change is hard when bad habits are ingrained, every year we promise ourselves to become a better person. This is particularly true for Buddhist monks, who receive a new identity when entering the temple. As a symbol of their commitment to the religion they devote themselves to,
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Oho Yun-seo
2020.05.02 01:40
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WHEN WE look back at our lives, it is impossible for us to remember every moment that we have lived. We usually only remember our greatest accomplishments or noteworthy moments like trips with friends. To remember them in the future, we capture them through the art of photography. They are a reminder of the places we have been to, the experiences we have lived and the people that we spent time with. March 10, 2020 An exchange student stands in the front of the huge black gates of Yonsei University, trying to familiarize himself with the campus that he will attend for the next year. Compared to
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Oho Yun-seo
2020.04.04 13:51
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WARMTH, A feeling of happiness and comfort, something everyone needs in this chilly weather of December. Some deliberately look for warmth to protect their bodies from the cold harsh winds and others, unexpectedly offer and receive help or acts of kindness that warm their hearts. The feeling of warmth can be felt both physically and emotionally, but either way, it fills us with happiness. Some people may favor the warmth inside buildings rather than the cold outdoors, but it is precisely the cold of winter that gives the sweetness of warmth. As winter approaches, your closet starts to fill up
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Cha Min-kyung
2019.12.02 16:58
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White The opening to a new chapter, the symbol of a new start. That is the beginning to their story. At the end of the aisle stands a couple waiting for the guests to take their seats. A way paved with white jasmine and orchids; the room begins to smell like a garden during sunrise. As the guests look in awe at the linear designs of the crystal chandelier, they take their seats with excitement. The lights begin to dim, and as the music plays. The couple makes their way up the aisle hand in hand, ready to exchange virtuous vows. Purple Upon the layers of the gray walls in her castle, she walks
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Yang Soung-hyun
2019.11.02 18:53
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WITH THE temperature in Seoul slowly decreasing, summer break is coming to an end. The season is on the brink of change, and there are moments that will be gone in the blink of an eye—the quietness of school buildings, or in contrast, the blazing hot streets of Sinchon. These scenes will not come back until we go through another cycle of coldness. Before it is too late, try enjoying the last days of summer to the fullest.The main gate of Yonsei University, once teeming with students, looks so barren, with only a handful of people walking past. The scorching sun above the road further sca
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Cha Min-kyung
2019.09.04 20:45
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Morning starts with the drumming of footstepsDown the busy station stairs. Hordes gather at the doors.A woman waits, an open book in one hand.She turns the pages ever so gentlyAnd doesn’t look up to see the train come.Compartment 2-2Bodies are pressed inside the cartThey stare blankly at their phone,And to my left, Fingers fervently touch the screen, tap-tapOn the march to school, everyone looks aheadSome tap their friend’s shoulder as they laugh and make jokes While some count steps to the tick of their watches A student sits on a bench and gazes at the crowdsAs she breathes in the cool air j
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Yang Soung-hyun
2019.05.07 14:10
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EVEN DARK streets of the late hours are brightened up by dazzling light in Seoul. Each day goes by in a blur. From the break of dawn, the multi-colored metropolis stimulates our visions. Even during the short walk to the nearby Sinchon subway station, or a quick visit to a mall, lights and colors fill up our sights and capture us in excitement. Neon signs, posters of smiling celebrities, the latest pop songs blasting over the busy streets constantly surround and pull us in to be a part of this buzzing insanity. From a distance, the images of Seoul present an enticing illusion of a dream. But b
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Yoon Young-seo
2019.03.06 11:08
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SUMMER VACATION has ended. Still, the hot weather remains unwavering. It has been like a sweet dream, flying away from the heat of Korea to the breeze of Sydney, Australia. August in Sydney was bright and sunny, yet the air was a bit chilly, unlike the warm image of Australia I had in mind. Everything from the landscape to the absence of a hot summer weather was completely different from those of Korea. Sydney is the gem of the southern hemisphere, the cradle of Mother Nature. The iron child majestically risen out of the city’s bleakest days, the Sydney Harbor Bridge soars high to overlook lif
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Lee Hyun-kyung
2018.09.02 12:19
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THE GREEN subway line, line number two, is a portal for those seeking solace in the city. The never-ending 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. cycle, spontaneous Skype conferences with foreign clients, and invasive air pollution constrain the modern man’s desire to rest with nature. Yet, subway line number two testifies that sparkling lakes and lush forests are not scenes that are merely shown on Netflix or seen in the Kinfolk Magazine—they are, in fact, an obtainable reality. We invite our readers to come aboard on the green line to enjoy the greenest spots of Seoul.Seokchon Lake parkI was glad that I bro
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Lee Ha-Eun
2018.05.09 15:06
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THE YEAR 2018 has begun with a series of fire incidents: the Miryang hospital fire, Jongno motel fire, and Hongdae conflagration are just a few to name. The news of death has been occupying almost half of ‘TOP 10 real-time searches’ in major search engines. Facing the deaths of countless others, the public responded to the reoccurring accidents with the question: “again?” Ulrich Beck, a prominent sociologist, refers to the modern society as a “risk society,” in which modernization provokes hazards and insecurities among people. As we are more exposed to mass casualty incidents, their severity
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Lee Hyun-kyung
2018.03.16 13:26
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PHOTOGRAPHED BY LEE ERIC “VOLUNTEER WORK?” asked the taxi driver. Through the rear-view mirror the taxi driver glanced at the back seat, with a ‘I knew it’ look on her face. I mumbled my answer out of confusion; the driver was more than excited to share her stories taking students after students to the area. “It’s a small village, with so many people living there till now. It’s simply not a place suitable for living.” Scattered buildings caught my eye outside the taxi window, with greenery increasing as we drove by. Something was different. In fact, everything was different. On the border of S
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Lee Eric
2017.11.14 14:56
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EVERYONE IS looking for ways to express themselves. Whether it is by stripping down a complete outfit from a mannequin, discovering an item while surfing the Internet, or getting inspiration from celebrities, people enjoy expressing their unique and personal characteristics through fashion. For this issue, *The Yonsei Annals* explored our school grounds in search for those who screamed “trendy.” “I wore a Hawaiian print shirt because it was hot today.” These three colorful, unique students eating lunch in *Gorul-saem* at Yonsei University were eye-catching from even a few tables away. After co
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Ko Eun-biy
2017.09.03 01:23
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MANY OF us have been collecting something since we were young. Why do we collect items? Some people may gather antiques as an investment opportunity, hoping that their value will appreciate over the years. In most cases, however, people collect things because they have an affinity for them and feel happiness and pleasure through the process of collecting. Thus, amassing items that we feel a deep attachment to can be an expression of pursuing instinctive pleasure that holds a special place in our hearts. Pottery requires a long time and considerable effort to make out of clean, fine earth. It t
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Seo Ji-hye
2016.12.08 12:35
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“BEWARE THE barrenness of a busy life,” said Socrates, an ancient Greek philosopher. In fact, most people treat breaks as a luxury, due to the fear of being left behind in today’s competitive society. Yet as Socrates stated, a busy life without any time to relax will tire your soul. Take a look at yourself right now. If you are exhausted from working too hard, it is time to stop and take a break. At some point, the word ‘morning’ makes us picture a scene where people hurry out of their houses without a proper breakfast, being pressed for time. Since how you start your morning can influence you
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Seo Ji-hye
2016.09.07 01:28
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AN HOUR before the sun begins to set, the sky is illuminated with shades of red, orange, and yellow. Photographers refer to this moment as the “golden hour” or “magic hour” because the golden colors in the sky create a beautiful backdrop. The light during the time between day and night transforms a mundane city into a dreamy landscape as the glow from the afternoon sun slowly disappears over the horizon. The subway is full of people going back home after a long day of work. After passing a number of stations in the dark underground, the subway train heads up towards the ground floor. The momen
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Kim Yu-jin
2016.06.07 16:12
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“YESTERDAY, LOVE was such an easy game to play. Now, I need a place to hide away. Oh, I believe in yesterday,” sing The Beatles in their renowned song, “Yesterday.” The song longs for yesterday, portraying the emotion of missing the past. People indeed often miss their yesterdays and long to go back. Retro being a huge trend nowadays, it can be examined that people are feeling nostalgic about past times. Just like the expression “sour grapes,” which reflects the idea that desires may be shaped by constraints, people may be missing the past because they cannot go back to those times. Most peopl
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Choi Ye-seon
2016.05.11 00:48
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TEDIOUS DAYS repeat, exhausting people with their dullness. However, with just a little bit of attention, the days will no longer be as monotonous as before. If they pay attention to the subtle changes in light and color around them as time ticks by, a single day can show them several unique worlds depending on the hour. The world provides people with a myriad of nature’s art work drawn by diverse shades of light. The cold, grey light of dawn may not be as powerful or charming as the light during noon or evening, but it seems just as special because it marks the beginning of a new day. People
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Kim Yu-jin
2015.10.08 16:58
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“IF YOU take a look around, the world is full of squares,” sings W.H.I.T.E in his famous tune that is now considered as one of the classics in Korean culture. A glance around a library where all of the world’s knowledge is stacked will reveal that rectangular books are stored in fixedbook shelves. The angled tomes and its racks seem identical with little creativity. Nonetheless, a close look at each rectangular pages itself unveils that the stories written on the pages are not confined in the boundaries of angled frames. A square world is where one does not make a voice or try to make a change
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Choi Ye-seon
2015.09.08 00:04