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THIS YEAR alone, around 11 K-pop idols have been accused of bullying classmates during their school years. Bullying accusations come from online forums such as Nate Pan[1], where posters accuse idols anonymously to protect themselves from backlash from fans. The posters’ anonymity, however, means th
Opinion
Swanson Georgia
2021.12.06 23:41
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A GLEAMING seashell from the beach of Mt. Seong in Jeju Island sits on top of my desk. The seashell reminds me of the natural wonders that can be found within only a short one-hour plane ride away. Jeju island encompasses unparalleled sights; its volcanic landscapes were designated as a UNESCO World
Travel Diary
Laura Senior Primo
2021.12.06 23:41
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IT IS that time of year again—winter is coming and with it the common cold. Even though treating our colds should be our top priority, sometimes we are too lazy to get out of bed, or our hectic lives prevent us from seeing a doctor. So instead of visiting the hospital or taking bitter medicine, we t
Voice on Campus
Lee Chae-young
2021.12.06 02:00
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DEAN OF Yonsei University’s Graduate School of Education, Professor Kang Seung-hae is a powerful woman leading the online learning industry. Her “First Step Korean” course landed her the title of the world’s top five women instructors on Coursera, amassing over 490,000 total enrollments. She started
People/Yonseian
Jin Yujin & Jung So-jin
2021.12.06 02:00
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IT IS often hard for college students to envision the lives of their professors beyond their roles as educators and researchers. However, students who take Professor Kim Ji-yoon’s (Class of ’90, Dept. of Political Science & Int. Studies) classes are in for a welcome surprise. While Professor Kim del
People/Yonseian
Shin Soo-min
2021.12.06 01:58
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WHAT MAKES fiction appealing is its potential for limitless characterization, and the recent demand for equal representation of genders has uncovered how superhero movies have been doing female characters a disservice. Production companies of the superhero genre, given its large and impressionable a
Opinion
Lee Naeun
2021.12.06 01:53
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FROM DECEMBER 31 to January 1, New Year’s is widely celebrated following the Gregorian calendar. Across different time zones worldwide, people count down the seconds to midnight and welcome a happy new year. While many of these celebrations share common conventions, like staying up past midnight or
Take a Break
Swanson Georgia
2021.12.06 01:46
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A TOWERING figure in South Korea’s debating community, the Yonsei Underwood Union is South Korea’s oldest English debating society. Founded in 2006 by a few students of the newly established Underwood International College, the club has developed into a multinational debate powerhouse. The club has
Behind the Scenes
Park Ji-hun
2021.12.06 01:41
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AS WE wrap up our final month of the fall semester, it is a good time to reminisce on the past year. It is easy to get swept away into the mindless routines of life, so rarely do we take a step back and think about what we are thankful for. Join The Yonsei Annals members as we appreciate the things
Reporter’s Pick
Annals Staff
2021.12.06 01:31
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SOMETIMES ALL it takes is a piece of advice from others to get out of a difficult situation. If a person is fortunate enough, the right advice given with good timing can turn a chaotic moment into an opportunity. In an interview with The Yonsei Annals, students from Yonsei University share the best
Voice on Campus
Song In-jun
2021.10.31 21:43
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BUBBLE TEA is a tarot reading club that emphasizes tarot card’s ability to connect with people’s emotions, contrary to preconceptions about it being a tool for divination. The Yonsei Annals interviewed Bubble Tea president Ko Ji-ho (Jr., Dept. of Economics) and vice-president Jeong Eun-kyu (Soph., D
Behind the Scenes
Jin Yu-jin, Kim Na-yoon
2021.10.31 21:43
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GRADUATES OF the famed College of Engineering, Suh Young-joo (Class of 12’, Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering), Choi Seung-won (Class of 11’, Department of Materials Science & Engineering), and Park Jae-hyun (Class of 13’, Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering) are know
People/Yonseian
Park Ji-hun
2021.10.31 21:43
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LIVING IN California, it was not uncommon to spot cannabis-based products in supermarket aisles, from oils to chocolates infused with the plant. However, once attending university in South Korea, I could not help but notice the sharp contrast in how the two nations perceive cannabis; Korea holds an
Opinion
Jung So-jin
2021.10.31 21:43
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“NOTHING MATTERS anymore. What’s the point in trying? It must be my fault. I can’t seem to do anything right. I’ll only mess things up even more.” These are some of my thoughts before I received help for my depression, and I am not the only one. In 2020, the Organization for Economic Co-operation an
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Song In-jun
2021.10.31 21:43
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GIFTS ARE one of the many ways to show our appreciation and care for one another. While luxury, expensive presents are certainly nice, what makes a gift most memorable are the feelings and human connections behind it. Members of The Yonsei Annals recount the most special gift they have received. Son
Reporter’s Pick
Annals Staff
2021.10.31 21:43
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LOGOS ALLOW us to recognize and differentiate brand products and companies from one another. Every logo has its own story, and it is up to art directors to come up with these creative concepts using the company's goals and visions. The Yonsei Annals interviewed Snil Yom, an art director who has been
Career
Lee Chae-young
2021.10.31 21:43
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IT IS hard to leave out Haenggung-dong, a small neighborhood in Suwon-si, when traveling Korea’s most famous historical sites. It is a captivating travel destination where historical-cultural heritage and contemporary culture coexist. To take a closer look into the cultural celebration of Haenggung-
Travel Diary
Jin Yu-jin
2021.10.31 21:43
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TEEN DRAMAS have drastically changed in recent years, particularly in the way writers portray teen characters and their sexuality. With more movies and TV shows using teens to instigate a titillating effect, it is easy to forget that those teen characters are supposed to be minors. While these shows
Opinion
Aimanshina Aruzhan
2021.10.10 19:16
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WE TRY to maintain our youthful appearance for as long as possible, and as soon as we spot wrinkles or signs of aging, we immediately turn to anti-aging products. From this, collagen supplements have been trending in recent years due to their health benefits. The market has significantly increased e
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Swanson Georgia
2021.10.10 19:16
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FROM CLASSIC glazed doughnuts to ones frosted and topped off with rainbow sprinkles, doughnuts have been around for decades. While there was steady popularity for doughnut consumption at franchises such as Dunkin’ Donuts and Krispy Kreme, these baked goods only started trending in Korea recently. Do
Take a Break
Jin Yu-jin
2021.10.10 19:16