People tend to prefer spending on products that cater to their unique taste rather than undifferentiated goods in recent times. Every region has its peculiarities and charm, so products and services with regional-based scarcity have been developed to attract consumers. As a response to this, a new e
When you think of fall, the first thing that pops up in your head may be reading a book. Reading a book while feeling the cool autumn breeze can be a source of happiness for many people. In recent times, the influence of social media has prompted the resurgence of independent bookstores in Korea. Di
While reading May Tribune magazine, three articles piqued my interest. The first was the professors at CNU coming together to oppose the way in which the government was going to handle the payment of retribution to Koreans who were forced in the past to undergo forced labor by the Japanese governmen
The Tribune gave me the chance to meet different people through the interviews of international internship participants and exchange students who are studying at CNU. Because only a few students take part in the international internship program, there is not much information about it. Through the ar
Creativity coming from imagination is a unique human ability. It needs to be created to turn imagined things into a tangible reality. There is someone who plays a role in facilitating this creative process by running a business through innovative maker activities. Sim Eun-ji, who is a 2014 graduate
The Chonnam Tribune has published this page in collaboration with the members of student clubs at Chonnam National University since 2022. The seventh club is International Relations Study that is a club of the Dept. of Political Science and International Relations founded in 2002. – Ed.By Internatio
A strike is when workers withhold their labor to bargain with their employers over fair pay and working conditions. In Korea, this year, teachers are planning a strike for better teacher’s authority, Pusan National University Hospital workers went on strike for changing to a permanent position, and
Q: Have you experienced Korean traditional culture during the holidays?A: I went to a traditional event where there was a fake traditional Korean wedding. During the fake wedding, I wore a hanbok (traditional clothes) and took pictures. Also, I experienced Chuseok (thanksgiving holiday) at the Gwang
I founded 'JNU Toastmasters (hereafter ‘J Toma’)' in 2008 and have been a member and mentor for 15 years since then. During the period, I have experienced a very unique form of learning. ‘J Toma’ is an English-medium learning community that provides equal opportunities to directly experience communi
In recent times, Korea has found itself shrouded in somber events that weigh heavily on the hearts and minds of its young adults. The news paints a bleak picture, with headlines revealing stories of despair and instability. A school teacher, overwhelmed by the stress imposed by parents, tragically e
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
On September 12, the first lecture of the Yongbong Forum of the second half of 2023 was held at the Convention Hall. The special lecture called “Roh Moo-Hyun, Democracy, and Gwangju” was presented by Chung Sye-kyun, the Chairperson of the Roh Moo-Hyun Foundation.
The private education craze has long been a hot topic and has had a great influence on the education sector in Korea. The most important part of Korea's education is the College Scholastic Ability Test (CSAT). Recently, the government announced measures to reduce private education expenditure, of wh
Recently, violent crimes such as stabbing rampages near the Sillim subway station and at a department store near Seohyeon station have been on the rise. With a surge in crime, opinions are divided on whether the disclosure of criminals' personal information should be implemented as one of the corres
2023 “Yongbong Daedongpuri” is set to take place over two days, from Sept. 20 to 21. The festival, also known as “Daedongje”, is one of the biggest events annually held at CNU. On Sept. 20, there will be the university club, followed by a performance by a K-pop singer on Sept. 21. A variety of booth
Guidelines for Self-improvement Activity Record Management have been revised since Aug. 7. The revision of the guidelines for the volunteering category is to clarify the standards for volunteering activities to obtain excessive service scores and remove the possibility of complaints from students ab
Online 1:1 Career Counseling Service for Graduate Students is operated by the Graduate School Talent Development Team. While students consider pursuing graduate studies for the benefits of both academic advancement and employment prospects, they often encounter difficulties in setting career directi
The Opening Hours of Jeongbomaru have been extended since September 1. During the semester, the digital library’s opening hours on weekdays have been extended from 09:00 to 22:00. During the vacation period, the hours are from 09:00 to 18:00. However, starting from Sept. 1, the library is no longer
Renovation of the University Administration Building started on June 20 and several departments have been temporarily moved to a new location. The ongoing renovation will be completed on Dec. 31, therefore, please check the current location of each department before visiting those departments, inclu
A team consisting of university students in Gwangju has been awarded at the 2023 eVolo Skyscraper Competition with an honorable mention for their project ”The Whale: Corallium Forest”. Among the 309 projects received, the jury selected three winners and 15 honorable mentions. The imagined design is