On Campus News
Internet Problems in the Dormitories
Due to the ongoing issue of interrupted Internet service in the dorms, the Observer decided to investigate the two main
The Need to Improve Course Re-takes
Most students are concerned about re-taking courses. Many students re-take classes in order to raise their GPA. However,
Off-Campus, Domestic
Daegu Civic Baseball Park Must Be Improved
The Daegu Civic Baseball Park opened on April 20th, 1948 and is still used as Samsung Lions’s home stadium. The park, wh
We Have to Make Greater Use of “Small Cars”
Recently, a survey in Korea has shown that the usage rate of “small cars” accounted for only 13 percent of the total num
Off-Campus, Foreign
The German Parliament Approves a Bill to Raise Fund for the EFSF
The German parliament approved a bill to raise funds for the European Financial Stability Facility (EFSF). The EFSF was
The “We are the 99%” Demonstration in America is Spreading
Many Americans who are outraged because of economic inequalities, greed, and corruption of the financial authorities dem
Ethical Consumerism for Human Rights and The Environment
The relationship between consumption and production is what keeps the modern world moving. It is the basis of capitalism. This emphasis on consumption has led many to discuss “economical consumption” and “wise consumption.” Recently, the idea of “ethical consumption” or “ethical consumerism” has been put forward. The concept of ethical consumerism asks consumers to put others and the environment ahead of themselves. This trend has drawn the attention of consumers and businesses alike. Everyone needs to become more concerned with this. There are many ways that we can promote ethical consumerism that will guide producers and consumers alike to think more clearly about nature and the future.
The Current State of Relationship Programs in the YU Glocal Initiative
Universities in Korea have been competing to attract foreign students to their campuses more and more over the past few years in order to keep pace with the globalization of the world. Yeungnam Univer
Turning Ideas Into Jobs
Recently it seems difficult for many graduating students to find a full-time job. University students are busy with certification studies, preparing for employment, and looking for internships. Howeve
Students Use Flashmobs to Raise Dokdo Awareness
On August 15th, 2011 Flashmobs were held in major cities by young people all over Korea to express their feelings about Dokdo. The event was meant to focus young Koreans on the dispute over the posses
The Truth about Social Commerce
These days, many people sit in front of their computer to shop on social commerce sites whenever they have spare time. This is because social commerce allows consumers to purchase products at greatly
Where will I be and what would I be doing 30 years later?
Where will I be and what would I be doing 30 years later? I keep asking myself these questions. I would not stay in Mala
2)What Kind of Past would You Like to relive?
When I think about going back in time it usually deals with two different types of memories. One type of memory is of fu
1)Movies and Books That Move You
When I was a middle school student, I saw the movie “Billy Elliot.” During my middle school years at the end of every se
2)Movies and Books That Move You
"Heart of Darkness" by Joseph Conrad is required school reading in many countries, but that does not mean the book is bo
quiz
1. In Cover Story, how much is the average tuition of private universities in Korea?

2. In Culture, who started human library?

3. In Interview 1, how many 20s are there in Mr. Park's workplace?

4. In Interview 2, who is her first mentor?

5. In Global, what is the name of Korean language test?
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