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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
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WITH MIDTERMS around the corner, Yonseians are sure to be frantic as they juggle their last-minute deadlines. Many of us students tend to assure ourselves, “I’ll definitely study earlier next time”, which is all but an illusion. Our busy college lives do not always grant us the luxury of time. As we
Reporter’s Pick
Annals Staff
2021.10.10 19:08
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“YOUR DREAM will come true,” The motto of the Korea Student Aid Foundation (KOSAF), a government affiliate foundation that provides financial aid to students, shows how the organization aims to alleviate the students’ financial burdens. However, the organization’s use of outdated family-related crit
Opinion
Song In-jun
2021.10.10 19:08
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MOVING TO South Korea as an exchange student is no easy feat, as the challenges posed by cultural differences and language barriers can often be intimidating. Yonsei Global is a student organization that helps exchange students settle in, discover Korean culture, and make friends during their time a
Behind the Scenes
Senior Laura, Shin Soo-min
2021.10.10 00:44
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SOMETIMES OUR daily life becomes too repetitive and mundane. Finding retreat in some of our favorite works of fiction, from the beautifully written pieces of literature to the picturesque scenery of virtual game realities, is a great way to transport our minds to another world. To help students brea
Voice on Campus
Aimanshina Aruzhan
2021.10.10 00:27
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A PROFESSOR of Chinese Studies at Yonsei University Graduate School of International Studies (GSIS) and Chair of the International Studies (IS) major at Underwood International College (UIC), Professor John Delury is a renowned scholar for East Asian affairs. He is a member of the Council of Foreign
People/Yonseian
Jung So-jin & Park Ji-hun
2021.10.10 00:14
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AS WE enter the 2021 fall semester, we must yet again interact with our peers through computer screens. The pandemic has brought on a myriad of obstacles to the lives of university students, but perhaps the biggest one is fostering meaningful connections. Our reporters recounted on the times that th
Reporter’s Pick
Annals Staff
2021.09.05 01:43
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ANOTHER NIGHTMARE semester is set to begin for science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) students. The 2021-2 semester at Yonsei University will be conducted completely online per government guidelines. Online labs have a myriad of problems, including a lack of proper information, han
Opinion
Ahmad Qirrat
2021.09.05 01:43