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영문학보 제96호 (2022년 9월호)
영문학보 제96호_1: Address \| 40 Kangnamro, Giheung-gu, Yongin-si, Gyeonggi-do Kangnam University Newspaper The Kangnam Hakbo English Edition No. 96 Publisher : Shin-il Yoon • Executive Editor : Yu-jung Kang • Editor-in-chief : Lonnie Coleman • Managing Editor: Su Bin Jung September 07, 2022 No. 379 Camp For Your Startup By SOHYUN KIM ▲2022 Summer Startup Camp On Wednesday, June 22nd, the 2022 Summer Startup Camp was held at the 진로취창업센터. From June 22nd to 23rd, it was held at Everland Homebridge Hostel with 30 students for 2 days. Students from the start-up club and KNU Startup Academy as well as students wishing to start a business, participated. On the first day, they gathered in the parking lot of the Shalom Hall until 12:30 and went to the Everland Homebridge Hostel after using the Corona 19 diagnostic kit. They moved to the hostel conference room and started a full-fledged business start-up lecture. Initially, in a small business start-up lecture they had time to write a business plan directly through a special lecture on how to write a business plan after materializing the idea of a start-up. In addition, They had time to improve my competency of presentations and discuss business plans through practical presentations and feedback from the diagnosis, prescription, and PPT speech lecture. Then, after dinner, they had the FGI(Focus Group Interview) survey and the monthly meeting of the start-up club. On the 2nd day after checking out of the hostel, they had time to reflect on various tips learned such as vocalization, stress, gestures, and ending processing for successful speech under the theme of ‘Diagnosis, Prescription, PPT Speech’. The participants showed their immersion to the point of preparing for a speech and rehearsing the day before. Participants in each group presented their startup items and business models and received direct feedback. After lunch, they took a group photo, went inside Everland, and wrote and submitted a report on the case study of small business start-ups at Everland Theme Park. The start-up camp held at the 진로취창업센터 is divided into a summer start-up camp during the summer vacation and a winter start-up camp during the winter break. There is no participation fee, so it will be an opportunity to develop new insights for students who are interested in starting a business or who are currently enrolled in a startup club. The 2022 Summer Startup Camp will also be held in the winter of the second semester. Oh Jin Kwon, director of the 진로취창업센터, said, “We will do our best to provide rich content for prospective entrepreneurs during the winter start-up camp, and we hope that many students will participate.” Earth's Last Warning: Abnormal Weather By SUBIN JUNG Climate Change has been a hot-button issue for many decades, but often met with reluctance when acknowledging just how severe and how current these changes are occurring. In recent years, South Korea has experienced abnormal climates similar to those seen in tropical climates. Earth's final warning is ringing not only in South Korea, but around the world. 1. BRITIAN IS MELTING The average temperature in July in the UK is about 20 degrees Celsius every year, but this year it has nearly doubled to 40.2 degrees Celsius. It is the highest temperature in the history of meteorological observation in the UK in 363 years. At London's Rain Luton Airport, the runway swelled and aircraft operations were suspended for some time. And the railroad track was twisted by the hot heat so about one-third of the railroad operation was interrupted. 2. HIGHEST TEMPERATURE IN INDIA In late April, temperatures in Rajasthan, northwestern India, rose to 47.1 degrees Celsius. It renewed the highest temperature for the first time in 122 years. Due to the heat, wildfires and fires broke out in various parts of India. In addition, the demand for air-conditioning has increased sharply, and the price of coal has risen in the aftermath of the Ukrainian War, which has hindered the supply of electricity. 3. KENYA Originally, the climate of Kenya has a clear dry season and rainy season. In the dry season, the land is dry, and in the rainy season, if it rains for several months, the land becomes rich and crops can be cultivated. However, it hasn’t rained for three years this has affected both animals and people as death rates increase. Agricultural crops cannot be cultivated, and there is a shortage of water and food for livestock, so starving and dead animal carcasses are not an uncommon sight. 4. THE DISAPPEARING GREENLAND GLACIER Last month, the Greenland ice sheet melted and flowed into the ocean at a whopping 18 billion tones. Local researchers are concerned that current sea ice velocities are quite unusual and will affect sea level rise around the world. Travelers are quickly visiting Greenland with the idea that glaciers are melting rapidly and they cannot see Greenland as how it formally appeared. 5. "BLOOD GLACIER" PHENOMENON IN ALPS Recently, when researchers looked up close at the summit of the Alps, they caught the appearance of blood scattered. It's just a "blood glacier" phenomenon. The cause of this phenomenon is the growth of microalgae. The reason for the prosperity of microalgae is the increase in carbon dioxide in the atmosphere and the influx of air pollutants. The problem is that the blood glacier phenomenon again exacerbates climate change. White snow fields typically reflect more sunlight, but red snow fields are less likely to reflect sunlight, causing glaciers to melt faster. "Blood Glaciers" are the result as it hastens climate change and becomes part of the vicious circle. We have lived ignoring many of Earth's warnings. Experts say this is Earth's last warning. The present generation must do its best for future generations. Individuals must make an effort no matter how small, and companies and institutions must set environmental issues as a priority. If you agree that’s it's all our responsibility, start doing what you can today and let’s act. 영문학보 제96호_2: 2 Kangnam University Newspaper September 07, 2022 No. 379 The Kangnam Hakbo DEPRESSION FROM A CUBAN PERSPECTIVE By CARLOS JULIO JON ESTRADA When I lived in Cuba I was unaware of anyone who was clinically defined as depressed. Contrary to when I came to Korea, after living here for 3 years, I have made Korean and foreign friends, and many have told me about their experience with depression, how they felt, and how it affected them. Their answer to my questions encouraged me to write about this personal topic. I interviewed my friends with certain questions about this mental health disorder. My friends (whose entities are completely anonymous in order to preserve their private lives) were also fully aware that the interview was for the purpose of publishing. This is written solely from personal experience and opinion, and although my experience with depression is limited, I know that depression is a serious illness, and its treatment requires a lot of psychological help and understanding. The different points of view that’s presented in will all efforts to shine some light and created awareness about the seriousness of the matter. After interviewing my friends, their responses to some questions I had guessed on my own, but others impressed me. My uban friends also did not experience depression while living in Cuba, however they do not deny having had hard times at some point in their lives. Nonetheless it never got to the point of depression. On the other hand, a few my Korean friends have told me that they have experienced it. Some told me that they experienced it when they were in their teens, which shocked me because I had typically associated depression with older age. It was an eye opener to see that depression has no respected person in regard to age. Regarding my Cuban friends, was it because we don't have social, economic, or political problems in Cuba? There could be some truth to this. It’s worth noting that there are many factors that contribute to this result in Cuba. From the political aspect, Cuba is a communist country, and due to this there’s no competition between companies either to get the best school since there is no school ranking because every school belongs to the government. It could be said that it’s not very good for the growth of an economy, but socially we can say that it has a little positive influence on society since if there is no competition, there’s not much stress. However, from my Korean friend’s perspective, it was quite the opposite, wherein as there are rivalries that can be seen both in the business sector and in the social sector because since there are limited good job opportunities. Due to the competition, if you fail to manage yourself professionally, or unable to land a job in a decent company it could lead to stress or depression. This is subjective depending on the person, however. If we compare the standard of living between Korea and Cuba, the difference is notable, however we are the generation that are currently living the most comfortably. For example, we can buy anything from our homes online and the next day we will have it at the door but nevertheless, we cannot say that we are the happiest generation that has ever existed. What I took from this is that if we live only to be accepted by other people without first accepting ourselves as we really are, it leads us to a chain of non-positive feelings such as frustration, sadness, stress, even depression. It is proven that if we have good, healthy habits such as exercising frequently, a balanced diet, or maintaining a healthy social life, it helps us to be more emotionally stable. Similarities between Cuba and Korea It is always difficult to do is express the negative feelings such as sadness, because I think that humans think that by expressing these types of feelings, the people who listen to us will associate us more with this feeling and normally all of us want to give the best possible positive impression. Conclusively, I’d like to suggest a book that if you are going through a hard time in your life can help you a lot, and personally it helped me change my way of thinking and acting radically. The book is called "Inner Engineering" written by Sadhguru. What I really enjoyed the most was the practicality of the author. I am sure it will help you a lot in your life usually with their relationships, in studies, or at work. Recommended Book Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this article are those of authors and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of the YeongMun Hakbo. Examples of comparisons and assumptions performed within this article are only examples based on the author’s personal experience. Internships: Explore the Next Chapter By SOHYUN KIM Where will we go when we graduate from KNU? Maybe, many will find a job fits on their major or interest. Working in a company will be an in entirely new environment compared to university life. For this reason, there are many people who feel nervous about going into society. In addition, there may be concerns that an individual's ability is still not enough compared to the knowledge desired by the company. I want to work with good people in a good company, but to do that, I have to go through the process of proving my abilities. I felt as if I lacked certain skills related to my field so I was at a loss as to which company and job I should design my future for. One day, an opportunity came, so I prepared the necessary documents for the interview and was lucky enough to get an internship at the company I wanted. Currently, I am participating in a small national project in a company that builds a geographic information database and develops software in Pangyo, the city of IT. I accepted the internship opportunity looking at it in the lens that I would be able to prepare and further my skills and abilities. Also, it is a great challenge to work in an unfamiliar environment and assume more responsibilities through this company. Also, I wanted to start studying in earnest by seeing the real developers in person and to find a field that moves my heart. On the first day of my internship, I greeted other interns like myself. All of them were older than me, and there were some people who already had work experience and came in for the purpose of connecting and networking in the company. We all learned from the start together, such as the use of GIS design tools, and it became an atmosphere of learning we shared what we learned, and what we didn’t know while working together. With basic tools such as MS office, it has been a great help in the beginning and, I was able to feel the increase in my knowledge by just naturally performing my job. From a study aspect, I felt that I was studying with pride in a free mood that was different from general school study. What I felt a lot here is that in order to feel joy in life, the current self must be doing what it wants to do. It will leave you with a pleasant memory of whatever you experience, and it may even motivate you to sit down at your desk after work to study more after 8 hours of work. Also, we should not set good or bad standards for what we do because happiness is subjective depending on your goals and your environment and situation. What I really appreciate is that all of the company's employees are considerate of each other, and even though working overtime is difficult, they are responsible for their work and have professionalism. It differs from seeing professors who seem perfect in theoretical knowledge at university, and although they seem like they’re all experts, I’m reminded that they’re not perfect and that we’re all constantly learning and growing. I’m feeling like they are becoming a different person each week as they constantly work and grow in knowledge. Even thought there are many professionals who understand that I’m an intern, they treat me as if I am a long time employee and as well as a member, and they ask me about my career path my thoughts for the future. I realized that everyone worked and interacted with people and ultimately became a full-fledged professional. No one is perfect and there are things you can learn only by working, and that's why companies prefer career driven people. That means we don't have to be afraid of imperfections because we are newbies if we respect other professionals and are willing to learn. If I graduate and enter a company, I want to be a good colleague and mentor for newbies like myself. Therefore, I am writing this post with a grateful heart for taking my first two days of paid vacation in my life and coming to summer vacation with my family over the holidays. 영문학보 제96호_3: The Kangnam Hakbo September 07, 2022 No. 379 Kangnam University Newspaper 3 FOCUSING ON WHAT IS GOOD By NAKAYIZA HOPE LETICIA Life is challenging, but how we approach these challenges has a great effect on our lives. If we focus on the good, the good only gets better. These are some of the ways we can try to focus on the good and tap into our greatness. 1. Practice gratefulness. “When I started counting my blessings, my whole life turned around.” (Willie Nelson) Practicing gratitude is a wonderful habit that keeps you in check. When you intentionally identify things to be grateful for each day, it’s like unintentionally making an inventory of all the goodness around you, there are plenty of things to be thankful for. 2. Take a chance and be optimistic. “Take a chance! All life is a chance. The man who goes farthest is generally the one who is willing to do and dare.” (Dale Carnegie) We never know what is going to happen next in life, so we always take a chance on the best outcome of any situation. It’s important to hope for the best outcome instead of automatically assuming the worst of things. Also, sometimes things aren’t as bad as they seem. It is most times just the thoughts in our minds magnifying situations to make them look more complicated because of anxiety and worry that the worst is going to happen. It’s important to keep hopeful that despite how hard or terrible a situation seems, there is light at the end of the tunnel, so walk through it with courage and faith. 3. Refrain from complaining about what you cannot change. “Some people believe holding on and hanging in there are signs of great strength. However, there are times when it takes much more strength to know when to let go and then do it.” (Ann Landers) There is strength in truthfully accepting what has already happened, especially if it is out of your hands to change. Sulking and constantly thinking about such things cannot get you anywhere nor can it change the situation. It is important to focus on how to move on and improve your decisions thereafter to avoid encountering similar devastating situations. 4. Recognize the good in yourself and in others. “But I know something else, too: bad people are rare. Good people are everywhere.” (Jeff Bauman) Many of us have harsh inner critics who love to point out our flaws and worst mistakes. If you want to focus on all the good this life has to offer, then it has to start with yourself. When you try to seek the good in others, it broadens your perspective to understand those who may not necessarily share the same views or values and respect their point of view. When you habitually search for good qualities in others, you tend to have more positive interactions which allow you to easily create new bonds with other people and enhance the quality of your existing relationships. It is therefore very important to recognize and appreciate your potential before you can do that for someone else. 5. Find happiness where you are. “It is not how much we have, but how much we enjoy that makes happiness.” (Charles Spurgeon) Laughs and smiles have the power to lift the heavy burdens that are weighing on us. So it is great to find something and surround yourself with people that lift your spirits. In that way, you keep all the bad at the back of your mind and focus on the good instead. It’s not always easy to focus on good things in life, and sometimes there are circumstances that make it difficult for us. But, if we only focus on all the things that could go wrong, then we will miss out on all the things that could go right. I hope that as you go through this semester, you will decide to focus only on the right and good things in your life. How to Handle Stress By MIRIAM PEREZ HERNANDEZ Mental Health is very important in every stage of our lives. In 2017 in South Korea, nearly 1 in 4 individuals suffered from a mental disorder, though only 1 in 10 received treatment, culminating in the country having the highest suicide rate of any OECD (Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development) member nation. 95 percent of South Koreans report being stressed, with staggering rates of depression among the elderly. The result is an alarming national epidemic that has only worsened annually for the past 20 years Ways to manage stress: 1. Quiet places: It is scientifically proven that spending time in quiet nature reduces stress, anxiety, depression, repetitive thoughts and restores attention. To experience positive health benefits of quiet nature, visit a quiet park near you. 2. Exercise: Working out regularly is one of the best ways to relax your body and mind. Plus, exercise will improve your mood. Focus on setting fitness goals you can meet so you don’t give up. Most of all remember that doing any exercise is better than none. 3. Relax your muscles: When you’re stressed, your muscles get tense. You can help loosen them up on your own and refresh your body by: •Stretching •Enjoying a massage •Taking a hot bath or shower •Getting a good night’s sleep 4. Eat well: Eating a regular, well-balanced diet will help you feel better in general. Your meals should be full of vegetables, fruit, whole grains, and lean protein for energy. Skipping food It’s not good and can put you in a bad mood, which can actually increase stress. 5. Make time for Hobbies: You need to set aside time for things you enjoy. Try to do something every day that makes you feel good. Relaxing hobbies include things like: •Reading •Knitting •Doing an art project •Playing golf •Watching a movie •Doing puzzles •Playing cards and board games 6. Talk about your problems: •If things are bothering you, talking about them can help lower your stress. You can talk to family members, friends, your doctor, or a therapist. •Listen closely to what you’re thinking or saying when you’re stressed out. If you’re giving yourself a negative message, change it to a positive one. For example, don’t tell yourself “I can’t do this.” Tell yourself instead: “I can do this,” or “I’m doing the best I can.” 7. Be aware of your smoking and drinking: Even though they may seem to reduce tension, this is misleading as they often make problems worse. Everyone of one of us is working to better our mental health. No one is exempt. We have all been through something related to our mental health. We all have a story to share. We all can take something from each other’s experiences, good or bad. I hope you find something which can be meaningful to your life and meaningful to your mental health growth. 영문학보 제96호_4: 4 Kangnam University Newspaper September 07, 2022 No. 379 The Kangnam Hakbo Studying Abroad: A KNU Student’s German Experience By PROF. LONNIE COLEMAN Many universities offer programs and opportunity to study abroad or experience life in another country. Kangnam University is no exception to this. If you have ever thought about traveling abroad to experience education in a different country and culture, then it is an opportune time to explore your options at KNU. Different Perspectives KNU Students Kim Eun Sol and Choi Ji Won were interviewed 1. When did you participate in the exchange program? Eun Sol: I applied in the first week of October 2021 to be dispatched as an exchange student for the summer semester of 2022 and left for Germany in the third week of February 2022. Ji Won: I started the exchange program in 2020. In February 2020 I went to Germany and came back in February 2021, so about you year. 2. What made you decide to study abroad? What interested you about it? Eun Sol: I was interested in expanding my knowledge through various experiences. Because I think the various experiences make me grow myself. And I really like the process of learning other languages and cultures. I remember that learning French for a while in high school was interested, so I wanted to learn the language of European countries. So, since I entered the university, I have always been preparing to participate in the exchange student program. Ji Won: Before going to Germany I had visited Finland and Denmark with the university, but for a much shorter time, only two weeks. The program was called Global Frontier. Since I had experience being abroad for a short time, I became braver about traveling and living abroad. After I finished two years of my degree path, I wanted to take the next two years to think more about my future and career and thought it was a good idea to take one year as an exchange student first and then continue my degree. 3. What was the process like to get started? What was the most challenging thing about it? Eun Sol: I wandered around because I didn't have an opportunity to make a definite decision, but after meeting Professor Keun Hong Kim in the first semester of the second grade, I had a desire to participate in the German exchange student program in earnest. The most difficult thing to prepare was to find information directly on the German university’s website and write a study plan. Ji Won: At the time that I wanted to go, I had a TOEIC English certificate, and I submitted my transcript, essay, and study plan to the center and the center scheduled an interview date. I had to do two interviews. 4. What are some the cultural differences that you had to get used to after living there for some time? Eun Sol: The most difficult thing about living here is that you need a reservation for all administrative processing, it's very difficult, and you must wait a long time even if you make a reservation. Ji Won: I enjoyed Germany and one of the biggest challenges was understanding and learning the German language. Many times people think that since you’re living in Europe it’ll be ok to travel and use English between the different countries, but living in those countries is very different. The other thing that I noticed is that people seemed very free. 5. Why are some reasons you would encourage other students to try to the study abroad program and go to Germany? Eun Sol: First, you can broaden your perspective on the world. It's very nice to be able to learn and experience various perspectives away from my narrow view. Germany is located at the center of Europe and is very close to other countries and has a lot of respect for people's diversity, so you can have a diverse and enjoyable experience. Next, I think the experience of studying abroad with the support of the school is very precious. Because it is very difficult to go abroad or study freely by myself. Ji Won: I think we have to break out prejudices and limitations. Many people are hesitant to go abroad because they think they cannot speak English well enough, but that’s exactly the reason WHY you should go abroad. I’m positive that your English skills will improve, as well as your open-mindedness about living abroad and making foreign friends. Going to another country, having to use another language, and meeting other people and experiencing a completely different environment is something I really recommend to other students in university if they get a chance to. Also, compared to searching for work abroad after you graduate, there’s no pressure. 6. What is your social life like currently in Germany? Did you make a lot of local friends? Eun Sol: It’s good. There are many exchange students from other countries as well as German students, so it is good to adapt, and since various students are together, everyone is friends without prejudice. Ji Won: Due to corona, it wasn’t easy to travel to other European countries, so I decided to view other cities inside of Germany. I visited Dresden, Heidelberg. I traveled alone the first time, and to be honest I was a little bit afraid, but I met a lot of other travelers of different nationalities who treated me very warmly. 7. How do you think this experience will prepare you for what you’re majoring in and your future plans? Eun Sol: Germany is a very advanced country in terms of social welfare, and especially the social system for the socially disadvantaged is very established. So, there are many things to learn and it makes me consider a lot about which direction and how our welfare system should develop. Also, I was too busy taking tests before that I didn't have a chance to think about what kind of job related to social welfare after graduation to fit me well, but while studying here, I thought I wanted to have a job related to Children social welfare. Ji Won: I met so many wonderful people in Germany, and I also had a chance to share Korean culture with others as well. I still keep in touch with my German and Indian friends that I met there, and in the future they’ll probably visit South Korea. I really enjoyed sharing my culture with everyone. These are just two accounts of students experiences in Germany. There are many other places that you could live and study and make wonderful, unforgettable experiences. If you’re interested in studying abroad, talk to your professors, or contact student services to gain more information on how you can prepare and if studying abroad is for you.
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영문학보 제96호 (2022년 9월호)

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영문학보 제96호_1:
Address | 40 Kangnamro, Giheung-gu, Yongin-si, Gyeonggi-do Kangnam University Newspaper The Kangnam Hakbo English Edition No. 96 Publisher : Shin-il Yoon • Executive Editor : Yu-jung Kang • Editor-in-chief : Lonnie Coleman • Managing Editor: Su Bin Jung September 07, 2022 No. 379 Camp For Your Startup By SOHYUN KIM ▲2022 Summer Startup Camp On Wednesday, June 22nd, the 2022 Summer Startup Camp was held at the 진로취창업센터. From June 22nd to 23rd, it was held at Everland Homebridge Hostel with 30 students for 2 days. Students from the start-up club and KNU Startup Academy as well as students wishing to start a business, participated. On the first day, they gathered in the parking lot of the Shalom Hall until 12:30 and went to the Everland Homebridge Hostel after using the Corona 19 diagnostic kit. They moved to the hostel conference room and started a full-fledged business start-up lecture. Initially, in a small business start-up lecture they had time to write a business plan directly through a special lecture on how to write a business plan after materializing the idea of a start-up. In addition, They had time to improve my competency of presentations and discuss business plans through practical presentations and feedback from the diagnosis, prescription, and PPT speech lecture. Then, after dinner, they had the FGI(Focus Group Interview) survey and the monthly meeting of the start-up club. On the 2nd day after checking out of the hostel, they had time to reflect on various tips learned such as vocalization, stress, gestures, and ending processing for successful speech under the theme of ‘Diagnosis, Prescription, PPT Speech’. The participants showed their immersion to the point of preparing for a speech and rehearsing the day before. Participants in each group presented their startup items and business models and received direct feedback. After lunch, they took a group photo, went inside Everland, and wrote and submitted a report on the case study of small business start-ups at Everland Theme Park. The start-up camp held at the 진로취창업센터 is divided into a summer start-up camp during the summer vacation and a winter start-up camp during the winter break. There is no participation fee, so it will be an opportunity to develop new insights for students who are interested in starting a business or who are currently enrolled in a startup club. The 2022 Summer Startup Camp will also be held in the winter of the second semester. Oh Jin Kwon, director of the 진로취창업센터, said, “We will do our best to provide rich content for prospective entrepreneurs during the winter start-up camp, and we hope that many students will participate.” Earth's Last Warning: Abnormal Weather By SUBIN JUNG Climate Change has been a hot-button issue for many decades, but often met with reluctance when acknowledging just how severe and how current these changes are occurring. In recent years, South Korea has experienced abnormal climates similar to those seen in tropical climates. Earth's final warning is ringing not only in South Korea, but around the world. 1. BRITIAN IS MELTING The average temperature in July in the UK is about 20 degrees Celsius every year, but this year it has nearly doubled to 40.2 degrees Celsius. It is the highest temperature in the history of meteorological observation in the UK in 363 years. At London's Rain Luton Airport, the runway swelled and aircraft operations were suspended for some time. And the railroad track was twisted by the hot heat so about one-third of the railroad operation was interrupted. 2. HIGHEST TEMPERATURE IN INDIA In late April, temperatures in Rajasthan, northwestern India, rose to 47.1 degrees Celsius. It renewed the highest temperature for the first time in 122 years. Due to the heat, wildfires and fires broke out in various parts of India. In addition, the demand for air-conditioning has increased sharply, and the price of coal has risen in the aftermath of the Ukrainian War, which has hindered the supply of electricity. 3. KENYA Originally, the climate of Kenya has a clear dry season and rainy season. In the dry season, the land is dry, and in the rainy season, if it rains for several months, the land becomes rich and crops can be cultivated. However, it hasn’t rained for three years this has affected both animals and people as death rates increase. Agricultural crops cannot be cultivated, and there is a shortage of water and food for livestock, so starving and dead animal carcasses are not an uncommon sight. 4. THE DISAPPEARING GREENLAND GLACIER Last month, the Greenland ice sheet melted and flowed into the ocean at a whopping 18 billion tones. Local researchers are concerned that current sea ice velocities are quite unusual and will affect sea level rise around the world. Travelers are quickly visiting Greenland with the idea that glaciers are melting rapidly and they cannot see Greenland as how it formally appeared. 5. "BLOOD GLACIER" PHENOMENON IN ALPS Recently, when researchers looked up close at the summit of the Alps, they caught the appearance of blood scattered. It's just a "blood glacier" phenomenon. The cause of this phenomenon is the growth of microalgae. The reason for the prosperity of microalgae is the increase in carbon dioxide in the atmosphere and the influx of air pollutants. The problem is that the blood glacier phenomenon again exacerbates climate change. White snow fields typically reflect more sunlight, but red snow fields are less likely to reflect sunlight, causing glaciers to melt faster. "Blood Glaciers" are the result as it hastens climate change and becomes part of the vicious circle. We have lived ignoring many of Earth's warnings. Experts say this is Earth's last warning. The present generation must do its best for future generations. Individuals must make an effort no matter how small, and companies and institutions must set environmental issues as a priority. If you agree that’s it's all our responsibility, start doing what you can today and let’s act.

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2 Kangnam University Newspaper September 07, 2022 No. 379 The Kangnam Hakbo DEPRESSION FROM A CUBAN PERSPECTIVE By CARLOS JULIO JON ESTRADA When I lived in Cuba I was unaware of anyone who was clinically defined as depressed. Contrary to when I came to Korea, after living here for 3 years, I have made Korean and foreign friends, and many have told me about their experience with depression, how they felt, and how it affected them. Their answer to my questions encouraged me to write about this personal topic. I interviewed my friends with certain questions about this mental health disorder. My friends (whose entities are completely anonymous in order to preserve their private lives) were also fully aware that the interview was for the purpose of publishing. This is written solely from personal experience and opinion, and although my experience with depression is limited, I know that depression is a serious illness, and its treatment requires a lot of psychological help and understanding. The different points of view that’s presented in will all efforts to shine some light and created awareness about the seriousness of the matter. After interviewing my friends, their responses to some questions I had guessed on my own, but others impressed me. My uban friends also did not experience depression while living in Cuba, however they do not deny having had hard times at some point in their lives. Nonetheless it never got to the point of depression. On the other hand, a few my Korean friends have told me that they have experienced it. Some told me that they experienced it when they were in their teens, which shocked me because I had typically associated depression with older age. It was an eye opener to see that depression has no respected person in regard to age. Regarding my Cuban friends, was it because we don't have social, economic, or political problems in Cuba? There could be some truth to this. It’s worth noting that there are many factors that contribute to this result in Cuba. From the political aspect, Cuba is a communist country, and due to this there’s no competition between companies either to get the best school since there is no school ranking because every school belongs to the government. It could be said that it’s not very good for the growth of an economy, but socially we can say that it has a little positive influence on society since if there is no competition, there’s not much stress. However, from my Korean friend’s perspective, it was quite the opposite, wherein as there are rivalries that can be seen both in the business sector and in the social sector because since there are limited good job opportunities. Due to the competition, if you fail to manage yourself professionally, or unable to land a job in a decent company it could lead to stress or depression. This is subjective depending on the person, however. If we compare the standard of living between Korea and Cuba, the difference is notable, however we are the generation that are currently living the most comfortably. For example, we can buy anything from our homes online and the next day we will have it at the door but nevertheless, we cannot say that we are the happiest generation that has ever existed. What I took from this is that if we live only to be accepted by other people without first accepting ourselves as we really are, it leads us to a chain of non-positive feelings such as frustration, sadness, stress, even depression. It is proven that if we have good, healthy habits such as exercising frequently, a balanced diet, or maintaining a healthy social life, it helps us to be more emotionally stable. Similarities between Cuba and Korea It is always difficult to do is express the negative feelings such as sadness, because I think that humans think that by expressing these types of feelings, the people who listen to us will associate us more with this feeling and normally all of us want to give the best possible positive impression. Conclusively, I’d like to suggest a book that if you are going through a hard time in your life can help you a lot, and personally it helped me change my way of thinking and acting radically. The book is called "Inner Engineering" written by Sadhguru. What I really enjoyed the most was the practicality of the author. I am sure it will help you a lot in your life usually with their relationships, in studies, or at work. Recommended Book Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this article are those of authors and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of the YeongMun Hakbo. Examples of comparisons and assumptions performed within this article are only examples based on the author’s personal experience. Internships: Explore the Next Chapter By SOHYUN KIM Where will we go when we graduate from KNU? Maybe, many will find a job fits on their major or interest. Working in a company will be an in entirely new environment compared to university life. For this reason, there are many people who feel nervous about going into society. In addition, there may be concerns that an individual's ability is still not enough compared to the knowledge desired by the company. I want to work with good people in a good company, but to do that, I have to go through the process of proving my abilities. I felt as if I lacked certain skills related to my field so I was at a loss as to which company and job I should design my future for. One day, an opportunity came, so I prepared the necessary documents for the interview and was lucky enough to get an internship at the company I wanted. Currently, I am participating in a small national project in a company that builds a geographic information database and develops software in Pangyo, the city of IT. I accepted the internship opportunity looking at it in the lens that I would be able to prepare and further my skills and abilities. Also, it is a great challenge to work in an unfamiliar environment and assume more responsibilities through this company. Also, I wanted to start studying in earnest by seeing the real developers in person and to find a field that moves my heart. On the first day of my internship, I greeted other interns like myself. All of them were older than me, and there were some people who already had work experience and came in for the purpose of connecting and networking in the company. We all learned from the start together, such as the use of GIS design tools, and it became an atmosphere of learning we shared what we learned, and what we didn’t know while working together. With basic tools such as MS office, it has been a great help in the beginning and, I was able to feel the increase in my knowledge by just naturally performing my job. From a study aspect, I felt that I was studying with pride in a free mood that was different from general school study. What I felt a lot here is that in order to feel joy in life, the current self must be doing what it wants to do. It will leave you with a pleasant memory of whatever you experience, and it may even motivate you to sit down at your desk after work to study more after 8 hours of work. Also, we should not set good or bad standards for what we do because happiness is subjective depending on your goals and your environment and situation. What I really appreciate is that all of the company's employees are considerate of each other, and even though working overtime is difficult, they are responsible for their work and have professionalism. It differs from seeing professors who seem perfect in theoretical knowledge at university, and although they seem like they’re all experts, I’m reminded that they’re not perfect and that we’re all constantly learning and growing. I’m feeling like they are becoming a different person each week as they constantly work and grow in knowledge. Even thought there are many professionals who understand that I’m an intern, they treat me as if I am a long time employee and as well as a member, and they ask me about my career path my thoughts for the future. I realized that everyone worked and interacted with people and ultimately became a full-fledged professional. No one is perfect and there are things you can learn only by working, and that's why companies prefer career driven people. That means we don't have to be afraid of imperfections because we are newbies if we respect other professionals and are willing to learn. If I graduate and enter a company, I want to be a good colleague and mentor for newbies like myself. Therefore, I am writing this post with a grateful heart for taking my first two days of paid vacation in my life and coming to summer vacation with my family over the holidays.

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The Kangnam Hakbo September 07, 2022 No. 379 Kangnam University Newspaper 3 FOCUSING ON WHAT IS GOOD By NAKAYIZA HOPE LETICIA Life is challenging, but how we approach these challenges has a great effect on our lives. If we focus on the good, the good only gets better. These are some of the ways we can try to focus on the good and tap into our greatness. 1. Practice gratefulness. “When I started counting my blessings, my whole life turned around.” (Willie Nelson) Practicing gratitude is a wonderful habit that keeps you in check. When you intentionally identify things to be grateful for each day, it’s like unintentionally making an inventory of all the goodness around you, there are plenty of things to be thankful for. 2. Take a chance and be optimistic. “Take a chance! All life is a chance. The man who goes farthest is generally the one who is willing to do and dare.” (Dale Carnegie) We never know what is going to happen next in life, so we always take a chance on the best outcome of any situation. It’s important to hope for the best outcome instead of automatically assuming the worst of things. Also, sometimes things aren’t as bad as they seem. It is most times just the thoughts in our minds magnifying situations to make them look more complicated because of anxiety and worry that the worst is going to happen. It’s important to keep hopeful that despite how hard or terrible a situation seems, there is light at the end of the tunnel, so walk through it with courage and faith. 3. Refrain from complaining about what you cannot change. “Some people believe holding on and hanging in there are signs of great strength. However, there are times when it takes much more strength to know when to let go and then do it.” (Ann Landers) There is strength in truthfully accepting what has already happened, especially if it is out of your hands to change. Sulking and constantly thinking about such things cannot get you anywhere nor can it change the situation. It is important to focus on how to move on and improve your decisions thereafter to avoid encountering similar devastating situations. 4. Recognize the good in yourself and in others. “But I know something else, too: bad people are rare. Good people are everywhere.” (Jeff Bauman) Many of us have harsh inner critics who love to point out our flaws and worst mistakes. If you want to focus on all the good this life has to offer, then it has to start with yourself. When you try to seek the good in others, it broadens your perspective to understand those who may not necessarily share the same views or values and respect their point of view. When you habitually search for good qualities in others, you tend to have more positive interactions which allow you to easily create new bonds with other people and enhance the quality of your existing relationships. It is therefore very important to recognize and appreciate your potential before you can do that for someone else. 5. Find happiness where you are. “It is not how much we have, but how much we enjoy that makes happiness.” (Charles Spurgeon) Laughs and smiles have the power to lift the heavy burdens that are weighing on us. So it is great to find something and surround yourself with people that lift your spirits. In that way, you keep all the bad at the back of your mind and focus on the good instead. It’s not always easy to focus on good things in life, and sometimes there are circumstances that make it difficult for us. But, if we only focus on all the things that could go wrong, then we will miss out on all the things that could go right. I hope that as you go through this semester, you will decide to focus only on the right and good things in your life. How to Handle Stress By MIRIAM PEREZ HERNANDEZ Mental Health is very important in every stage of our lives. In 2017 in South Korea, nearly 1 in 4 individuals suffered from a mental disorder, though only 1 in 10 received treatment, culminating in the country having the highest suicide rate of any OECD (Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development) member nation. 95 percent of South Koreans report being stressed, with staggering rates of depression among the elderly. The result is an alarming national epidemic that has only worsened annually for the past 20 years Ways to manage stress: 1. Quiet places: It is scientifically proven that spending time in quiet nature reduces stress, anxiety, depression, repetitive thoughts and restores attention. To experience positive health benefits of quiet nature, visit a quiet park near you. 2. Exercise: Working out regularly is one of the best ways to relax your body and mind. Plus, exercise will improve your mood. Focus on setting fitness goals you can meet so you don’t give up. Most of all remember that doing any exercise is better than none. 3. Relax your muscles: When you’re stressed, your muscles get tense. You can help loosen them up on your own and refresh your body by: •Stretching •Enjoying a massage •Taking a hot bath or shower •Getting a good night’s sleep 4. Eat well: Eating a regular, well-balanced diet will help you feel better in general. Your meals should be full of vegetables, fruit, whole grains, and lean protein for energy. Skipping food It’s not good and can put you in a bad mood, which can actually increase stress. 5. Make time for Hobbies: You need to set aside time for things you enjoy. Try to do something every day that makes you feel good. Relaxing hobbies include things like: •Reading •Knitting •Doing an art project •Playing golf •Watching a movie •Doing puzzles •Playing cards and board games 6. Talk about your problems: •If things are bothering you, talking about them can help lower your stress. You can talk to family members, friends, your doctor, or a therapist. •Listen closely to what you’re thinking or saying when you’re stressed out. If you’re giving yourself a negative message, change it to a positive one. For example, don’t tell yourself “I can’t do this.” Tell yourself instead: “I can do this,” or “I’m doing the best I can.” 7. Be aware of your smoking and drinking: Even though they may seem to reduce tension, this is misleading as they often make problems worse. Everyone of one of us is working to better our mental health. No one is exempt. We have all been through something related to our mental health. We all have a story to share. We all can take something from each other’s experiences, good or bad. I hope you find something which can be meaningful to your life and meaningful to your mental health growth.

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4 Kangnam University Newspaper September 07, 2022 No. 379 The Kangnam Hakbo Studying Abroad: A KNU Student’s German Experience By PROF. LONNIE COLEMAN Many universities offer programs and opportunity to study abroad or experience life in another country. Kangnam University is no exception to this. If you have ever thought about traveling abroad to experience education in a different country and culture, then it is an opportune time to explore your options at KNU. Different Perspectives KNU Students Kim Eun Sol and Choi Ji Won were interviewed 1. When did you participate in the exchange program? Eun Sol: I applied in the first week of October 2021 to be dispatched as an exchange student for the summer semester of 2022 and left for Germany in the third week of February 2022. Ji Won: I started the exchange program in 2020. In February 2020 I went to Germany and came back in February 2021, so about you year. 2. What made you decide to study abroad? What interested you about it? Eun Sol: I was interested in expanding my knowledge through various experiences. Because I think the various experiences make me grow myself. And I really like the process of learning other languages and cultures. I remember that learning French for a while in high school was interested, so I wanted to learn the language of European countries. So, since I entered the university, I have always been preparing to participate in the exchange student program. Ji Won: Before going to Germany I had visited Finland and Denmark with the university, but for a much shorter time, only two weeks. The program was called Global Frontier. Since I had experience being abroad for a short time, I became braver about traveling and living abroad. After I finished two years of my degree path, I wanted to take the next two years to think more about my future and career and thought it was a good idea to take one year as an exchange student first and then continue my degree. 3. What was the process like to get started? What was the most challenging thing about it? Eun Sol: I wandered around because I didn't have an opportunity to make a definite decision, but after meeting Professor Keun Hong Kim in the first semester of the second grade, I had a desire to participate in the German exchange student program in earnest. The most difficult thing to prepare was to find information directly on the German university’s website and write a study plan. Ji Won: At the time that I wanted to go, I had a TOEIC English certificate, and I submitted my transcript, essay, and study plan to the center and the center scheduled an interview date. I had to do two interviews. 4. What are some the cultural differences that you had to get used to after living there for some time? Eun Sol: The most difficult thing about living here is that you need a reservation for all administrative processing, it's very difficult, and you must wait a long time even if you make a reservation. Ji Won: I enjoyed Germany and one of the biggest challenges was understanding and learning the German language. Many times people think that since you’re living in Europe it’ll be ok to travel and use English between the different countries, but living in those countries is very different. The other thing that I noticed is that people seemed very free. 5. Why are some reasons you would encourage other students to try to the study abroad program and go to Germany? Eun Sol: First, you can broaden your perspective on the world. It's very nice to be able to learn and experience various perspectives away from my narrow view. Germany is located at the center of Europe and is very close to other countries and has a lot of respect for people's diversity, so you can have a diverse and enjoyable experience. Next, I think the experience of studying abroad with the support of the school is very precious. Because it is very difficult to go abroad or study freely by myself. Ji Won: I think we have to break out prejudices and limitations. Many people are hesitant to go abroad because they think they cannot speak English well enough, but that’s exactly the reason WHY you should go abroad. I’m positive that your English skills will improve, as well as your open-mindedness about living abroad and making foreign friends. Going to another country, having to use another language, and meeting other people and experiencing a completely different environment is something I really recommend to other students in university if they get a chance to. Also, compared to searching for work abroad after you graduate, there’s no pressure. 6. What is your social life like currently in Germany? Did you make a lot of local friends? Eun Sol: It’s good. There are many exchange students from other countries as well as German students, so it is good to adapt, and since various students are together, everyone is friends without prejudice. Ji Won: Due to corona, it wasn’t easy to travel to other European countries, so I decided to view other cities inside of Germany. I visited Dresden, Heidelberg. I traveled alone the first time, and to be honest I was a little bit afraid, but I met a lot of other travelers of different nationalities who treated me very warmly. 7. How do you think this experience will prepare you for what you’re majoring in and your future plans? Eun Sol: Germany is a very advanced country in terms of social welfare, and especially the social system for the socially disadvantaged is very established. So, there are many things to learn and it makes me consider a lot about which direction and how our welfare system should develop. Also, I was too busy taking tests before that I didn't have a chance to think about what kind of job related to social welfare after graduation to fit me well, but while studying here, I thought I wanted to have a job related to Children social welfare. Ji Won: I met so many wonderful people in Germany, and I also had a chance to share Korean culture with others as well. I still keep in touch with my German and Indian friends that I met there, and in the future they’ll probably visit South Korea. I really enjoyed sharing my culture with everyone. These are just two accounts of students experiences in Germany. There are many other places that you could live and study and make wonderful, unforgettable experiences. If you’re interested in studying abroad, talk to your professors, or contact student services to gain more information on how you can prepare and if studying abroad is for you.

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