Q. Why are students unconcerned about campus politics?One of the factors that causes students’ low political interest is that student councils at CNU continue operating traditionally from the past. They act as a hindrance to getting active political engagements from students. In fact, from the persp
The youth’s political apathy is higher than in any other age group. The voter turnout reveals it. According to the National Election Commission, people in their 20s and 30s had a voter turnout of 59 percent and 57 percent in the 21st general election held in 2020, while people in their 40s, 50s, and
The Chonnam Tribune listened to residents’ requests and suggestions and then reorganized their opinions. Here are some messages from them. – Ed.Residents ChatWhat’s happening in the dormitory?A: During the summer, many air conditioners installed in each room failed to remove the humidity, resulting
In the Constitution of Korea, it is stated that all citizens shall be entitled to a life worthy of human beings and shall have the right to a healthy and pleasant environment. Due to inflation and the overheated real estate market, it is getting harder and harder to live in a human rights-friendly e
Q1. What essential content must be included in a labor contract?Even if you are employed as a part-timer, always remember that creating a labor contract is essential to avoid unfair treatment. The labor contract should include details about wages (composition, calculation method, payment method), wo
Q1. Where can international students find part time job advertisements in Korea?Several efficient ways may be used to begin your job search in Korea. Exploring numerous websites might help you find part-time work. Notable platforms include “Albamon” and “Albachunkuk” which are the two most popular a
Labor, for students, feels far, simultaneously being deeply rooted in pain. In this rapidly changing society, the public perception of the value of labor is also changing over time. While voices continue to rise for the guarantee of legitimate rights for laborers, especially the traditionally underp
Interview with Cha Sung-hyun, Head of Office of Education InnovationWhat is CNU doing for student-centered education innovation?The Office of Education Innovation focuses on planning and operating the educational activities of our university centered on students. Previously, the operation was using
Universities worldwide are facing a crisis, exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic and the digital transformation that has shifted traditional educational systems towards innovative ones. Renowned futurist Thomas Frey predicted that "roughly 50 percent of universities will permanently close by 2030."
Many universities abroad are trying to make their campuses green and achieve their sustainability goals. Here are some examples of the most sustainable universities across the world.Preserving Biodiversity: Birmingham City University, U.K.Birmingham City University (BCU) installed beehives on the ro
Forest fires are raging in Australia, cities are flooded in China, and hurricanes tear through cities in Central America. As the climate continues to change for the worse, the destruction it brings only grows stronger. Human activities such as burning fossil fuels can intensify natural phenomena, ca
Dust is present in our daily lives. Since dust is minuscule and almost invisible, it is easy to turn a blind eye to the harmfulness of it. What will happen if we do not clean it? A clump of dust will be formed, and more time and effort will be needed to get rid of it. Our society is aware of stereot
Beyond barrier-free design that focuses on providing access to people with disabilities, universal design aims to create products and usage environments that anyone can easily use regardless of gender, age, or disability. Here are some examples of universal design abroad. – Ed.The UK’s Foldable Seat
Since the early 2000s, many people have been trying to enact the anti-discrimination law in Korea. A survey conducted by the National Human Rights Commission of Korea in December of 2021 showed that 54.8 percent of respondents had seen or heard some forms of hate expression. According to the agency’
“Woo to the Young to the Woo” and “Dong to the Geu to the Ra-mi.” These are the signature greetings from the drama “Extraordinary Attorney Woo” that is a big hit around the world and is considered the next “Squid Game” on CNN business. The success of the drama draws attention to people with disabili
This year marks the 42nd anniversary of the May 18 Democratization Movement that has exercised influence on democratization movements in countries including Hong-Kong and Myanmar. Becoming a model for the democratization movement, foreigners, as well as Korean people, know about May 18, which has be
This year marks the 70th anniversary of Chonnam National University (CNU). Over the past several years, the university has developed rapidly and has been recognized for its excellence in research and educational capabilities. CNU has taken 101-200th place in the "Impact Rankings 2021" by the Times H
Young people in their 20s and 30s have been spending a great deal of time getting a job that they desire, and some of them have often been frustrated with a tough hiring market while preparing for jobs for many years after graduation. According to Statistics Korea, as of September 2021, employment t
Generation Z, or Gen Z for short, is a young generation of people who were born from the middle of the 1990s to the early 2000s. Their childhood was spent with electronic devices in the digital environment, which makes them feel very comfortable using the Internet and applications, so they are also
In modern society, taking time to choose just the right information for ourselves has become a stressful activity. People are getting even busier while they are being flooded with information. What if you had a personal secretary that was able to choose what you ideally wanted? From this idea, curat