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NO. 146 JUNE 2009 PEOPLE Student Student Studentin in inFocus: Focus: Focus:Andrew Andrew AndrewBlair Blair Blair

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What Is Your Academic Destination? The Pioneer, Campus English Magazine

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The World of Makjang Dramas

No.146 June 2009 The Pioneer, Campus English Magazine

1 EDITORIAL

Establishing One’s Identity

2 CAMPUS WORLD

SOCIAL EXPLORER

Tongyeong Campus : A Visit

10 GLOBAL ISSUE Humanoid Robots Fair Travel The Tibet Dispute, 50 Years Green Buildings : Environmental Conservation

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14 REVIEW A Life Story : The Radio

16 PHOTO ESSAY

Eight Scenic Spots in Jinju

COVER STORY What Is Your Academic Destination ?

24 WRITING

Effective Writing in English

26 CAMPUS BRIEFING

Early Spring the Sangnim Forest

GNU’s AESRC Receives Support The Changwon GNU Hospital Prevention of Desetification Be Possible

27 CAMPAIGN

How to Win Oneself?

28 CARTOON

The New Campus Lives of Freshmen

29 SURVEY

Sexual Discrimination and Violence

32 FOCUS

PEOPLE

Best Safety Best Campus

33 LETTERS TO THE PIONEER

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The Pioneer is Gyeongsang National University Campus English Magazine. The Pioneer, Gyeongsang National University, 900 Gajwa-dong, Jinju Si, Gyeongsangnam-Do, Korea. Publisher President Ha Woo-song Executive Editor Im Gyu-hong Faculty Advisor Oh Sei-rang English Advisor Kolon Joon Burnham Editor-in-Chief Park Gun-hee Deputy Editor-in-Chief Lee Young-a Cover News Editor Cho Ah-ra Reporters Lee Young-joo Jeong Ki-hyung Park Ji-hae Shin Myung-soo Cub-Reporters Lee Gi-il Seong Hyeon-cheong Layout&Design The Pioneer Printed by Seorin Design(055)756-5151, 5152 Gyeongsang National University Campus English Magazine

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Establishing One’s Identity Park Gun-hee Editor-in-Chief

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n 1896, the English poet John Milton said “Give me the liberty to know, to utter, and to argue freely according to conscience, above all liberties”. More than 110 years later people have more liberty. However, some wise people are still watchful because of certain powerful public movements such as the internet or media. It becomes more difficult to find out the truth from all events that are happening in the world. People’s thoughts are influenced by strange voices. Accordingly, what people know and what they believe and what they speak are seldom based on the truth. As watching what is happening in this society today, it is more frightful than watching ‘Makjang dramas’ discussed in this issue. Confusing the truth, people divide themselves and fight: are you with us or

against us? Those who are on the opposite side are the enemy. Many are ignorance of the important fact that individual persons exist in every society. People easily commit errors that treat personal outlooks as universal truths. Thus, all university students including GNU students must be responsible to build own identity. Establishing one’s opinion shouldn’t be followed easily by the current of the times. Grow one’s point of view, which can be honest and confident. Our nation has benefited from the freedom of speech. Now people can express their thoughts freely through the efforts of those who want to give future generations the liberties we enjoy and fight to protect; for those who are not prepared to fight for liberty must be willing to relinquish it. p [email protected]

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CAMPUS WORLD

Tongyeong Campus : A Visit

Shin Myung-soo Reporter

he GNU campus consists of three sites: 1) The Gajwa campus in Gajwa-dong, Jinju, 2) the Chiram campus in Chiram-dong, Jinju (which is the location for the College of Nursing and School of Medicine) and 3) The Tongyeong campus (which is the location for the College of Marine Science). Let’s visit the Tongyeong site and the Chiram site, which perhaps june not be a familiar experience to students. We will discuss a variety of student activities at the three sites. In this issue of The Pioneer, we will introduce the Tongyeong campus to GNU students. In the next issue of The Pioneer we will introduce the Chiram campus. The College of Marine Science is situated in Tongyeong, which is described as a port city due to the natural barriers for military defense. The College of Marine Science has a high admission rate, and ultimately a high employment rate of graduates from this site. The Tongyeong campus provides an

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atmosphere that fosters familiarity among students as the enrollment of students for this campus is 1,200. The Tongyeong campus has a size ratio of one to six compared with the Gajwa campus. The amount of time needed to get efficiently around the campus is not a factor in comparison to the Gajwa campus. Consequently, students know that the time it takes to get to their destination is small. At the College of Marine Science, male students hold a large majority of the enrolment. Traditionally, the proportion of males is high because there june possibly be a sexual discrimination in the marine science industry. In addition, the school lacks convenient facilities for female students because of this difference in male/female ratio. There are a variety of clubs offered. The students are always energetic, and goals and objectives are met as a consequence of studying diligently.

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The Yacht Club At the College of Marine Science, the Yacht Club members are proud of their tradition and history of more than twenty years. The total number of students in the Yacht Club is about 40. Students usually study the theory of sailing and apply their knowledge on the weekends. Also, students are training at the Tongyeong Yacht School, and at the Chungmu Marina. To sail safely, proper instruction is very important. If a strong wind becomes a reality, safety measures are practiced. Also, the Yacht Club puts an emphasis on participation of the members. The Yacht Club has won many domestic and foreign awards including the first prize in Korea of the International Yacht Race Cup, and second prizes in International Laser. The Yacht Club has entered various other events as well. The Yacht Club is also going to participate at the International Yacht and the National Maritime Police Agency Yacht Contests this year.

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Department of Maritime Police & Production System The number of students in The Department of Maritime Police & Production Systems is approximately 30 based on an annual calculation. The department’s original name was the Department of Maritime Production. Students learn Maritime English, law, ship applications, theories of sailing, etc. The curriculum permits students to choose a career related to customs, Korean Maritime and Port administration,

and knowledge of dockyard areas. Also, the students june expand their studies in the fishing industry as well as the sea industry. The students can get training and practical business education abroad supported by the GNU. The President of the Department of The Maritime Police & Production Systems, Jo Hyeon-yong said, “We are proud of the high employment rate over a substantial period of time in our college

history. The reason is perhaps due to the passion the individual professors display when presenting interesting material as part of the course of study. Professors give supplementary lessons to students and aid students with valuable advice.” Thus, the Department of Maritime Police & Production Systems advances continuously.

G.B.S ( Gyeongsang Broadcasting Station ) the College of Marine Science. There are many applicants for the broadcasting program every year. Also, the broadcasting festival of G.B.S is held annually in November. Many students participate in the festival because it is a fun activity and is well known. G.B.S reporters work hard and are disciplined severely if necessary. The

broadcasting station tries to provide interesting broadcasts even if the broadcasting station’s facility is not optimal. The G.B.S has a long history, dating back over 40 years because of dedication among staff. The G.B.S will continue to progress as the years unfold. p [email protected] Pictured by Park Gun-hee

A broadcasting station at the College of Marine Science broadcasts by audio. Reporters in the G.B.S broadcast music in the morning. Campus news, social issues, and old movies, etc. are topics that are broadcast in the afternoon. The G.B.S broadcast makes the campus atmosphere lively. The G.B.S influence is expansive at

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The World of Makjang Dramas Cho Ah-ra Cover News Editor

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here is a woman is poor who but cheerful. She has an encounter with a man and then falls in love with him. Although they undergo trials such as a memory blackout, rivals, and a secret of birth, they keep their love and finally go off into the sunset. It is a Makjang drama. If you are a Korean person, you must have heard about the word, ‘Makjang’. We can easily define the meaning of ‘Makjang’ as a blind end. In other words, there is a person who roughed it for a while in life through difficulties. A famous proverb, literature is a mirror of society, is something that we have heard at least once in our lives. The meaning of the proverb is that literary works and a social background can react upon each other. On account of these interactions, in Korea, Makjang dramas

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have affected the heart of Korean society. Korea’s economy is expanding, and it influences on the Korean people having their own personalities such as in the Ppallippalli culture. In that case, Makjang dramas gratify our desires as well as reflect our society. There exist extreme issues such as serial murders, scandals, and lamentable suicide of popular entertainers. Therefore, these issues have an effect on composing dramas because television viewers want to experience satisfaction (which is called catharsis) by way of abusing wicked characters. If so, why do you think that Korean television viewers just love Makjang dramas, and why do these Makjang dramas arise in Korea? Korean people have suffered from economic crisises such as increasing prices, unemployment, and lower demand for Gyeongsang National University Campus English Magazine

goods and services. Therefore they can reduce their stress by watching Makjang dramas with its fast moving plot. We, however, must consider that Makjang dramas june be more bad than good. Therefore, they evoke some negative effects. First of all, it encounters criticism on making configurations. Most people prefer dramas which have high rating to current issue programs, which can be as dry as dust. The Pioneer reporters would like to explain what a good drama is. We know about many uncompleted scripts, the extended televising of popular, rating centered programs, and provocative and trite contents. Finally, people are excited about it for perhaps eight primary reasons: an adulterous relationship, memory blackouts, a secret of birth, a betrayal of a character’s confidence, an incurable disease, conflict between the mother-in-law and daughter-in-law, freezing of social position and revenge. p [email protected]

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Eight Factors Park Ji-hae Reporter

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n weekday evenings, most Koreans come together in front of the television. Koreans love Makjang Dramas. They give full play to their imaginations. Unfortunately, imagination is not always good. These days, people watch television feeling abused and angry. There are four typical Makjang dramas. This column shows you the eight factors of Makjang dramas by examples of four typical Makjang dramas.

#1. Conflict between the mother-in-law and the daughter-in-law Recently, one of the drama’s most famous factors is a conflict between a mother-in-law and a daughter-in-law. ‘You’re My Destiny (KBS, 2008)’ which is a popular drama shows conflict between the mother-in-law and the daughter-in-law very well. The mother-in-law thinks that her son was cajoled into a marriage by the daughter-in-law. So, she hates her daughter-in-law and lets her wash the bed clothes in the depth of winter; deep attachment and desire about her son result in abusing her daughter-in-law. Finally, this conflict gets solved and the drama ends. Women avoid marriage these days. There are many reasons women avoid marriage. One of the reasons is the potential conflict between mother-in-law and daughter-in-law. That understanding june result from Makjang dramas that have this factor. The trend of public opinion can be corrected.

#2. An Incurable Disease The story of the drama ‘You're My Destiny,’ which aired on the 9th of January, 2009 is far from realistic. The heroine's mother and mother-in-law suffer from leukemia and their bone-marrow both matched the heroine's. The heroine suffered from an incurable disease in the past. But these days, the villains that suffer from incurable diseases likely to be punished by Heaven. The most typical drama is, ‘Temptations of the Wife.’ The drama story solves the problem through an incurable disease which can be an excuse for everything that is a problem. The drama that has an influence on society must be realistic.

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#3. Conflict Between Enemies

#6. A Love Triangle It is a familiar situation to Koreans because most Korean dramas have this factor. Two heroes that are rich and handsome love one heroine. It is easy to see around us, too. If you are a woman, you june want to experience that situation once.

Betrayal and revenge are drama’s trendy factors. A villain betrays the heroine and the betrayal brings about revenge. It's the story line of the drama ‘Temptation of Wife.’ Television viewers feel catharsis and an agreeable feeling. Surely, it must gain a larger audience. Makjang dramas that have this factor can make young boys and girls consider betrayal and revenge. We shouldn’t overlook this fact.

#7. Loss of Memory When it comes to memory loss, these dramas are sometimes rather boring. In ‘Man Rather than Flower’ the drama’s hero loses his memory; it is commonplace but interesting. ‘Winter Love Song’ is the legend of a drama exploring the loss of memory.

#4. Immoral Intimacy A heroine’s husband is having an affair with her best friend. Her best friend tries to kill the heroine. The heroine has an abortion. Finally, a heroine plans revenge. The drama's abominable cruelty is continued beyond acceptable levels. The question at issue is that television viewers like these adrenaline charged episodes. The drama 'Once Again but Detestable’, first broadcast on the 4th of February 2009, has an immoral intimacy issue. Why do many dramas tackle immorality recently? Immoral intimacy becomes a common matter and divorce can be found all around us in Korea. Perhaps we june have to consider that problem.

#8. Freezing of Social Position The Cinderella story: a selfmade woman, and a rich outstanding man. These are the factors that most Korean dramas have. These are never removed factors. And further, dramas are one part of the society, especially dramas that reveal a woman’s mind is a large reason to watch. Women want a man with more intelligence than her either consciously or subconsciously. Dramas that have these factors will gain television viewers’ love forever. p [email protected]

#5. Secret of Birth The secret of birth appears when it reverses another actor’s destiny. This factor has been used in many famous dramas including ‘Fall Fairy Tales’, ‘Females of Sun’ and especially ‘The East of Eden’, which records audience ratings to be over 30%. Reason why this factor arises in Korea june be because the drama writers’ imagination is lacking. They choose the box office factor to write dramas instead of something original and striking. 6

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oreans live in a Makjang drama world. People who always criticize Makjang dramas enjoy them. The ratings are high. People are already addicted although people know that Makjang dramas are harmful. People are acquainted with them, aren't shocked with provocative situations and can't distinguish between the real world and the world of drama. Moreover the drama makers want to grow wealthy and become famous by producing these highly popular dramas. To get high rating means that most things connected with these dramas will be famous and matters of concern. What are the problems encountered by the producers, and how does the audience adjust to this?

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Mobius Strip Lee Young-joo Reporter

Markers’ Problems

What are the problems of Makjang dramas? There are numerous incomplete scripts, the extended televising of popular programs, and provocative and trite content. First, the scripts of dramas are often not complete. When the dramas consist of incomplete scripts this makes the audience confused because these scripts lack unity. Second, the dramas often get an extension on its running time based on ratings. When this happens, the producer sometimes adds unnecessary scenes which lead to poor story lines, and these stories cause the audience to lose interest. Lastly, the makers produce more provocative content than before. They think the more provocative the content is the higher the rating gets. Therefore, provocative dramas are produced which they hope will be remembered by the audience. Furthermore, most dramas don't have their own colors or focus on repetitive methods. They don't try to experiment, avoiding taking risks.

Mobius Strip? Audiences’ Problems

Are there any troubles for the audience who has already known problems of the dramas? They have two problems: uncritical acceptance and stereotyped styles in vogue. First, the audience watches the dramas as a pastime, preferring light humor only. They don't want to exert their critical thoughts and to think about the dramas deeply. Then, the dramas become just something for people to gossip about and they cash in on these attitudes. Moreover, some viewers who don't criticize harmful scenes of dramas can't distinguish reality from fiction and june act out these scenes in the real world. Second, when a drama becomes famous, styles of characters also will be in vogue. People regard themselves as clones of the characters by wearing the same clothing as they do. If people don't have the style items of famous drama characters, people even think they are behind the trend owing to stereotyped styles in vogue. Often, the popular style at the moment can be a result of the style of the actors in these dramas. Most people just follow their styles blindly without thoughts of own style and individuality.

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Dramas in the Capitalistic Society What does drama mean in a capitalistic society? It means that one of the characters makes money, and the high popularity ratings guarantee fame and fortune. To get high ratings, the audience must be interested and they want to see provocative, trite contents and popular star castings in dramas. While getting tired of trite contents, ironically, they set up dramas typically and unconsciously and then expect viewers to watch it. In addition, casting directors often choose main actor or actress who is famous in foreign countries without consideration of their abilities, because they think about exportation of the drama abroad. Dramas are only means to make money in a capitalistic society, and then they are judged secondary and lose their essence. Are there any solutions to stop making Makjang dramas in a capitalistic society? There are two solutions to solve this problem. At first, the system that calculates popularity ratings has to be changed. Recently, the audience watches dramas through the Internet but popularity ratings are still evaluated through television. However, the current system can't determine various viewers opinions and reflect popularity. If the rating system is solely used it june prevent a more diverse content for television dramas. There are two solutions to solve this problem. The first solution is perhaps the system that calculates popularity ratings has to be revised. Recently, viewers watch dramas by way of the Internet; however popularity ratings are still evaluated through television. However, the current system cannot determine viewer’s opinions and accurately reflect popularity of the content. If this rating system is used only it june prevent a more diverse content for television dramas. Lastly, situation dramas and scripts based on literary or contest works can be an alternative method. They have endings 8

in one time or two times. They don't have incomplete scripts, extended televising, and they can treat varied contents. Besides, the script' constructions based on literary or contest works are firm. These experiments will have dramas' developments and the audience also aren't tired of dramas' new experiments and can choose suitable drama to them. p [email protected] Gyeongsang National University Campus English Magazine

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The Good Drama Best 5 190 GNU students answered in April, 2009

A Masterpiece Beyond Makjang Dramas

1st My name is Kim Sam-sun (MBC, 2005)

Jeong Ki-hyeong Reporter

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e have talked about Makjang dramas. Now, it’s time to discuss good dramas. What do you think a good drama is There can be a lot of standards. Dramas are organized into many parts. Each part will be a key point to decide whether the drama is a good drama or not. These two parts can be divided into two general parts such as story values andor the quality of direction and production. According to Kim Kyeong-min, director of the Famous drama, Damo (MBC, 2003), the story needs to have unity, consistency and perhaps most important of all, entertaining values. A clear message is also needed for a good story. He also mentions that the drama’s quality is important. Let’s think about a good drama in these two kinds of standards. A good story has to be entertaining and interesting of course, but there are more conditions for story values. A good story should focus on one theme, and the message has to be clear. Many themes june cause much confusion. Sometimes, novelty subjects are welcome for most of viewers. Novelty subjects are good to concentrate on one theme. The fourth ranked drama, Beethoven Virus (MBC, 2008) was attended because it was the first classical music drama in Korea. There has been no music drama before it. A touching story line is also important. The most popular subject in Korean drama is love but it’s not the case that every love theme drama is touching. A 2004 sensational hit drama, I’m Sorry, I Love You (KBS) is remembered by many people. Polls have shown the best drama is My Name is Kim Sam-sun (MBC, 2005) dealing with thoughtful suggestions about love. Good dramas are not made by good stories only. Directing, lighting, cameras and artistic skills are necessary ingredients for good dramas. More importantly, every factor has to be balanced. Dae Jang Guem (MBC, 2003~2004) is one of the most valuable dramas in Korea which is known as a high quality drama. It has been exported to many Asian countries. Acting directly delivers every condition to the viewers. Actually, viewers feel the drama by the actor’s performance. So acting is also a main condition. Ha Yan Geo Tap (MBC, 2007) is famous because of the actor’s performance. Kim-Myeong-min, the main actor of a medical drama who became one of the best actors by his many excellent performances. Many unrealizable settings are evident when there is no clear message in Makjang dramas. These dramas just follow the enjoyment of the people. There can’t be quality direction and production because of bad plots and poor working conditions. There is some miscasting because of the popularity of the actors. Producers and consumers both need to make an effort. Korean drama producers and staff have the ability to make good dramas. Viewers should think about good dramas. There are many standards for great drama. If people consider about these more, there would be masterpieces. p [email protected] The Pioneer, NO. 146, JUNE 2009

2nd Dae Jang Guem (MBC, 2003~2004)

3rd I’m Sorry, I Love You (KBS, 2004)

4th Beethoven Virus (MBC, 2008)

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Humanoid Robots

Kim Ji-yeong Dept. of Public Administration uppose you encountered a robot with its overall appearance resembling a human body? In your mind’s eye, what do you imagine the robot’s appearance to be? Perhaps in the future there will be humanoid robots with faces that are very similar to those of humans.’ Advanced industrial science has created walking, talking and even smiling robots. One British robot played the ‘rock, scissors, paper game’ with a human, and this robot was also built to mimic human gestures at the London Science Museum in February, 2009. A Japanese female robot made its debut at a fashion show at the end of March, 2009. The Japanese robot was designed to look like an average Asian woman, having a beautiful face and black bobbed hair. The robots that resemble humans are called ‘humanoids.’ The humanoid robot can adapt to changes in its environment and continue to develop as a result. Only in science fiction have robots dared to have the appearance indistinguishable from a real human. The above mentioned is the main difference between a humanoid robot and other varieties of robots. Moreover, another humanoid robot can gather information by using visual clues and perception and also interact with the environment. Various characteristics of humanoid robots will be developed and consequently june bring more complexity to a human world. p

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Fair Travel Jeong Ki-hyeong Reporter traveler’s inner peace and happiness can be another’s misfortune and difficulty. For example, there is a sightseeing city in SouthEast Asia which has a beautiful beach with enormous hotels and golf facilities. Unfortunately, the native residents had to be relocated to build the resort. The beach was once utilized for fishing. The hotel staff that change bed seats and clean the rooms work 18 hours a day and sleep in a room which is quite small. Another sad reality is that water is being depleted due to the golf facilities. There is an opportunity to change the rationale of the traveler. It june be stated as, Fair Travel. Many people have started to suggest another concept of travel which is “Travel is relation, not consumption”. Travelers consume local resources when they visit foreign places which consequently june result in other problems arising. The concept of Fair Travel contributes to the improvement of living conditions and to ultimately raising the level of environmental consciousness in various regions. p [email protected]

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The Tibet Dispute, 50 Years

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arch 5th of 1959, Dalai Lama went over the Himalayas. It’s been 50 years The Tibetan Refugee Government organized in Dharamshala in India to get away from China’s attack. Now, the Tibetan leader is one of the most influence people in the world but the Tibet territory is still under China’s control. This historical dispute hasn’t finished yet. Tibet was an independent nation with their own long history. Chinese started to attack Tibet on October 7th 1950. Tibet is the theocracy nation which rules over one person, Dalai Lama. China says they attacked to break wrong customs and abuses. The one of the most powerful countries insists that they give freedom to Tibet. However, Tibetan emphasize that it’s an aggression. They say the political communist country made an invasion upon the high reaches nation in their assertion. The buddhistic people believe China has to step back from their territory. There have been in fact many movements to accomplish their opinion. 1987, 1989 and the last year, 2008’s movements are famous. Both sides have the power of influence to the world. They’ve encountered a lot even not in their lands. This dispute has become an international problem. It’s difficult to predict when and how the peace will come to Tibet. p [email protected]

Green Buildings : Environmental Conservation Kim Ji-yeong Dept. of Public Administration

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reen buildings contribute toward approximately 40% of source material use, 25% of wood products, 17% elimination of freshwater, 40% of energy, and 33% of CO2 emissions. A green building approach june perhaps be the best method to enhance environmental conservation, and therefore lessen environmental depletion. Green building systems incorporate environmental issues related to the reduction of depletion of natural resources, water and energy shortages, and climatic change. A green building is a design which focuses on increasing the efficiency of resources such as construction materials, water, and energy. Consequently, the building is designed to reduce the overall impact on the natural environment, which can result in reduced operating costs by using less water and less energy. Today there are more than 20,000 green building systems in nearly 100 countries. The growth of green building systems is also being utilized in countries throughout Asia such as Korea, China, and Singapore. Numerous green building systems are an environmental choice in cities such as Beijing, Shanghai, Singapore and New Songdo City. Green buildings have been reported to be 50 to 90% cost effective, to result in a 35 to 50% reduction in water, 30% in energy savings, and 35 to 50% of CO2 emissions as an alternative to established building construction and operation practices. The green building approach could be a miracle of environmental conservation. p

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hat are people most afraid of? According to a study conducted by the University of Toronto (1974), surprisingly, public speaking ranked first with dying ranking second. Whatever your level of confidence, you have experienced the feeling of nervousness and general unease when presenting information to an audience. Many psychologists have conducted research on this phenomenon. Andrew Blair, a Ph.D. candidate for the Department of Psychology at GNU, has also experienced this phenomenon, hence in cooperation with Fred Stark and Song Dong-young establishing a Toastmaster’s Club (an international club for public speaking and leadership) in Jinju.

P E O P L E PIONEER: What made you decide to visit Korea? ANDREW: My father was a Marine Corps officer, and had many opportunities to sail around the world. Korea was one of the destinations. After he had visited Korea twice, he remarked that “Son, you will not understand Korea, Korea is mystifying country, but the friends you make there will stick with you for the rest of your life.” Perhaps that is why I chose Korea as a destination, which would allow me to continue my studies, and so I relocated from Texas four years ago. I chose Jinju because I understood that GNU-TESOL (teaching of English to speakers of other languages) was a program that was expertly constructed. PIONEER: Did you train to become an English teacher? ANDREW: Actually, I have a Bachelor’s degree in history from the Virginia Military Institute, and did Master’s study for a teacher’s certification at Concordia University. After graduation, I was a volunteer teacher at The Austin Area Urban League and adult ESL teacher at Austin Community College while I went to Concordia. I offered the educational program designed to assist others cultivating job skills, job search, and education programs for working adults and immigrants. That experience with my immigrant students was very rewarding, and I became aware that remaining an ESL teacher would be an interesting occupation. However, having obtained a TESOL certificate at GNU, I needed a deeper understanding of language and perception, and enrolled in the Master’s and Ph.D. programs in psychology. My interest, especially in linguistic psychology, has been increasing.

Toastmaster International Club in Jinju? ANDREW: Yes, possibly. The Toastmaster International Club is a nonprofit organization which trains students to enhance communication and leadership skills. There is no instructor; all members are judges who then give constructive feedback to the presenters. To speak in public is a different challenge as compared to communicating directly to another person. Most people tend to be timid and shy. I think Koreans tend toward this experience in general, as they have a literary culture which is different from Western ideology which is based on elements of Greek culture: discourse and discussion. Public speaking is an important skill in today’s world, and members are able to assist one another to practice different styles of speaking for various results. It was with the teamwork between myself, Don and Fred that enabled my dreams to become a reality. As they shared my vision, the The Toastmaster Club in Jinju in October, 2007 began. PIONEER: This club has been operating for about a year and a half. Are the company’s objectives evident? ANDREW: In Jinju, there are over 20 members and the positions are various: professors, officers, educators, business consultants, and university students. The meetings are held every other week. The meetings last approximately one hour and twenty minutes and are composed of the opening session, toastmaster session, table topic session (members give unprepared speeches, prepared speech sessions, evaluation session), conclusion, and closing. Membership fee is approximately five thousand won for one month. In contrary to The Toastmaster International headquarters in California, which

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has 85 years of tradition, Jinju has a short history. However, Jinju Toastmaster Club is continuously expanding its domain and has been received well in Korea. PIONEER: Good for you! What are your other interests currently? ANDREW: As I am enrolled in the doctorate course in psychology, I spend most of my time doing research and preparing a thesis. I usually work alone or with colleagues in a laboratory. I had too much work to do today and so I skipped lunch. PIONEER: You must be a busy man. What is your plan after getting a Ph.D degree? Are you living your dream? ANDREW: First, I want to apply my major and social psychology to a position regarding immigrant relations. I don’t have any specific plans yet, but I hope to set appropriate principles related to instruction for immigrants. Secondly, I want to start a second business venture. This would mean that once a small business begins, and then another, I would like play a role to connect them. By consultation with other business that are of different cultures, my goal is to have two countries create products harmoniously. It june seem vague, but it’s more common in America which is based on a service oriented industry. A good example in the U.S. was TRW or in England, BAE. I wish to break the boundary of language and culture between the international corporations. Also, I feel this perfectly matches Toastmaster International’s goal to have 500,000 members worldwide and with 66% members of all meetings using language other than English. To manifest this

vision, my objective is to attain attention from the media. PIONEER: I wish you good luck. Would you like to close with an inspirational thought for GNU students? ANDREW: I remember my father’s joke when I get nervous speaking in public. “When you make a mistake, you could say to others, ‘Five languages I am speaking. English! The best!’”(Ha-ha). My thoughts are this, Everyone has a million bad words: the quicker you get through those one million inappropriate words, the sooner you’ll start using the correct words. Keep practicing and try to overcome the fear of public speaking.

Mr. Blair seems to have kept a busy schedule after his arrival in Korea: a TESOL certificate, The Toastmaster Club, and a Master’s degree in Psychology. No doubt his educational and [email protected] entrepreneurial goals will become a reality in the future. p The Pioneer, NO. 146, JUNE 2009

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ood morning folks! Today is a very nice day. Nothing is better than listening to the radio to start a fresh day! I hope you listen to a radio program to start you out right and keep you going all day. Although most of the students take an interest in the current events which are related to political, social, and financial affairs, unfortunately they are out of touch with the times. Therefore, I would like to introduce those who make every endeavor to help understanding for the audience about current events easy. It’s fun picking out your favorite things about the Siseonjipjung of Son Seok-hee, the Segyeneun Geurigo Urineun of Kim Mihwa, and the Jaeminneun radio of Choi Yang-rak which deal with present affairs through various styles of radio hosts.

Son Seok-hee speaks very openly and with candor about current events: First, every morning at 6:15, if you tune in to the radio, to an audio standard FM frequency, you can listen to Son Seokhee (prof. SungShin Women’s University, College of Culture communication) who speaks very openly and with candor about current events. If you much prefer deepening your understanding, you june listen to the Siseonjipjung of Son Seok-hee, which starts with the weather and news from 6:15 to 8:00 a.m. every morning. It concentrates on conveying news. For example, the program is composed of various sections such as news briefing by Kim Jong-peel, dynamic sports, the five aspects of the economy, brief interview, and global issues, etc. He is well acquainted with Korean affairs as well as takes measures suited to the occasion.

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You can listen as she speaks the well-known voice of our aunts : Another host is Segyeneun Geurigo Urineun of Kim Mi-hwa. Kim Mi-hwa is a comedian who started in broadcasting; most people are surprised to learn that. However, as time goes by, people have admired her methods of progress. Therefore you can listen as she speaks the well-known voice of our aunts. In addition, she doubles her efforts to facilitate the understanding because most people feel no interest in politics and/or the economy. She gratifies our curiosity through explaining to comprehend the meaning of what an e-mortgage loan is and what the strong points or weak points are. Furthermore, she makes herself intelligible to deliver currents affairs which include both the dark side of issues and the bright side of issues. If you listen to the two programs, you can acknowledge the difference. One is focused on an expert conveying information and the other is concentrated on progress with her voice in a gentle manner.

He progresses for the sake of arousing the interest of events of the day : Third, the last one which is called the Jaeminneun radio which is broadcasted by Choi Yang-rak who is also a comedian. You might have wondered about how comedians can broadcast the current events programs. If you listen intently to their program, you can cast away your prejudice. He progresses for the sake of arousing interest in the events of the day. He analyzes the current events only skin-deep, thus, you june think, that his chatter distracts you from listening, as well as his casual perusal of present issues. Surprisingly, those are his strong points and also his weak points. You can get knowledge very easily as well as understand about current affairs.

In terms of the information given above, it is helpful to the audience, if they are listening for various reasons. We have a good time listening to our favorite songs as well as obtain professional knowledge from hosts concerning health prescriptions, the culinary arts, and the traffic report on the radio. In addtion, we can listen to the songs as well as get a great comfort through sharing our living stories. The bottom line is “killing two birds with one stone,” which is something that we have heard at least once in our lives. It means if you have an hour’s leeway to listen the radio, not only do you spend your free time more effectively, but also you can be equipped with sufficient knowledge. p [email protected]

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Scenic spot #5. Mangjinsan Bongsudae This scene of tranquility and stillness in the evening light from the apartment complexes is truly amazing. Bongsudae means, “a pedestal that supports the Bongsu” (beacon). In the past, Bongsu was used by the military as a communication device. As Korea was invaded frequently, they were widely distributed. Many used the beacon fire and smoke as invasion signals to the army and to the outlying areas. Bongsudae in Mangjinsan is one such example. It was built early in the Choseon Dynasty and construction was halted in 1895 due to Japanese imperialism. It is said to have been used again on

March 1st which was the day of the Independence Movement of Korea in 1919. As a result, it was destroyed by Japan, but restored in 1996 with citizen’s financial support. Its original home was on top of Mount Mangjin; however, a replacement was rebuilt below that position. From the starting point of Manggyeong-dong, it takes approximately one and a half hours to arrive there. Upon arrival at the top of the structure, the panoramic view is incredible. One can also climb in the late afternoon and appreciate the breathtaking view with the setting sun, or welcome the view with the arrival of night.

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Scenic Spot #6. Spring of Bibongsan The spring scenery of garden balsams is quite beautiful, their fragrance greet the visitor. Bibongsan was first called Daebongsan(大鳳山) due to the enormous(大) rock which resembled the bird Bongwhang in the village where Kang’s lineage resided. Bongwhang is a legendary bird in the East and tradition says that where it flies this destination will become peaceful and become fortunate. One sage passing by prophesized those descendants from Kang’s lineage would be dominant. Hearing the news, jealous officers had the rock broken for they believed that strength originated from the rock. They also changed Bong Lake into Kiln Lake so as all

imaginary eggs of Bongwhangs were to be boiled. They believed Bongwhangs’ spirit flew away, and it was newly named ‘Bi(飛: fly)bongsan’. However, Kang’s family rebuilt the nest and planted bamboos and paulownia trees for Bonghwangs to have nourishment and rest. In this way, they hoped that the birds would fly near the vicinity of Bibongsan forever. It is said that people with similar hopes of government officers have climbed the mountain. Driving about 10 minutes from the Galleria department store, one can arrive at the starting point. The travelling time is approximately an hour from bottom to top. A beautiful view awaits!

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Scenic spot #7. Sunrise in Warasan The sky is bathed in various hues of red as the sun greets the day; it is unforgettable. This sunrise was the place to see the moon over Wara(月牙) Mountain. This changed with the sunrise becoming the focus. I decided to climb the mountain to see the Warasan sunrise. The atmosphere of darkness as well as silence surrounding us gave us premonitions of wild animals joining us; I was relieved to have my family near. As the dawn became reality, the sky was overcast. We pledged to continue our journey another day. Inquiring a few days later, I learned that

it wasn’t necessary to climb the mountain. The sunrise pointed our way to Geumho Pond which was our destination. Our goal was to arrive at Geumho Pond early in the morning. Waiting for a few minutes in darkness, lightning flashes began to appear. The sun rose energetically over the two peaks of Guksabong and Jangundaebong, which resulted in a renewed hope and energetic feeling. Witnessing the sunrise at Keumbo Pond is highly recommended to all.

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The sunset over Jinyang Lake left each cloud colored with orange. I remember the sunset over Jinyang Lake last summer. The gentle breeze and the impressive evening glow cannot be forgotten. Driving by car this time, I could see the Nam River dam where an enormous structure was prepared for a water reservoir. It is said to be a stream for the citizens of Jinju. As I had always travelled by bus to Jinyang Lake, the view from the car was fresh. When I arrived on the observation platform, the sun was beginning to hide. It was too cold for my fingers

to press the camera shutter. There were plenty of clouds which hinted at a nice glow to materialize and it would be a fantastic sunset. However, the sun rarely appeared. The clouds appeared orangecolored by the proximity of the sun. Observing traces of frozen land and small islands was joyful. Although the temperatures left me shivering, the weather is suitable nowadays. It would be nice to enjoy the sunset and to recollect these wonderful sights with gentle breeze. p [email protected]

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fter studying over twelve years for regular education (including six years at an elementary school, and six years at a middle and high school), finally, Korean students can enroll in university. Despite the fact that students study diligently, only a few of them get accepted to the university of their choice. Most students have to satisfy their entrance requirements and the university entrance exam. Consequently, some students june be worried about their dreams becoming a reality at GNU. When asking students, “Why do you study? What is your ultimate goal?”, students whose goal june be unclear hesitate to answer. In particular, students who don’t follow their life path avoid responding because they june be afraid of the future. They lose sight of their destination and ultimately do not know what to do. The questions mentioned above june make students uncomfortable. However the questions posed could be of concern for most people. As a university student, I believe GNU students should contemplate their dream for a better life. This would result in much happiness for students in the present day. Finding the perfect job for oneself can be one of many ways to live happier. To design a future life that would enable happiness, attending university would be an excellent choice. However, many students waste their time being unfocused and consequently june become lost during this period. If you feel anxious about your future and are truly living your dream now, you are already close to the answer. As we make decisions and choices, our lives become transformed. As much of life is made up of the passive and the active, one should dwell in possibility. The opportunity to change your life is open at GNU, and The Pioneer june assist with that goal. p

Following are two examples of counseling cases of two students who encountered aptitude problems. What will follow is information regarding assistance and success stories relating to personal aptitudes of GNU students. [email protected]

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1 Case The first case is that of a student whose father forced him to apply for the Military Academy before attending GNU. However, the student failed the Military Academy test, and attained poor scores in the Korea SATs. So the student entered GNU in the Department of Mathematics Education. Most of the time was spent playing computer games and surfing the internet. However, she understood that time is a precious resource. To study math again didn’t seem like a fulfilling choice and her aptitude was unknown. What choices can be made?

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“I'm sorry to hear that. The examination results must have been quite a disappointment for you. Because you are a student of mathematics, teaching is not the only option for you. You can study more advanced studies that include education of the environment, developing management training curriculum, researching and developing appropriate training methods and teaching aids. There are many courses connected with Mathematics Education. You need to research your senior students' course of study and incorporate that in your decision. You can consider a change of your major.”

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The second example is a student enrolled in the Department of Psychology. The student has a long cherished dream to be a singer. People have said "You're great singer" but he thinks himself that he doesn’t have any special attractiveness in appearance, and is having financial difficulties and finding it a challenge to manage school expenses. "My mother persuaded me to the Department of Psychology because she is a Clinical Counselor. I tried to adapt to my major but I couldn't. I hope and pray to be a singer still. What can I do now?”

“I think you have aspirations to be a singer. To find your dream deserves admiration. You need to collect concrete information and have faith. You could try to have an audition and do the best before you give up your dream. Perhaps you could get help from your mother who is a Clinical Counselor? Testing is available in the Center of Development Human Power Complex.”

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Aptitude : Finding Your Way Lee Young-a Deputy Editor-in-Chief

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nderstanding and finding one’s aptitude seem somewhat difficult. For GNU students, who june be unaware of their own personal aptitude, let me introduce following useful resources:

● Counseling with Social Network

● Programs in Human Resource Development Center Personality

Assessment tools to recognize one’s character.

Aptitude

Assessment of potential ability in various fields.

Parents

Insight obtained about upbringing/ personality.

Friends

Valuable experiences exchanged.

Self-identity Assessment tools for oneself and a healthy mind.

Valuable life lessons shared.

Self-Coaching Information and strategies for one’s personal goals. Program

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Enlightenment based on experiences.

CAD, CDP

Problem analysis and counseling related to career, suggestion to maintain own career objectives.

● Involvement in Various Activities Joining various clubs of interest Long hikes through Korea’s landscape Meditation Volunteering

Music, exercise, reading, etc. Challenges make for reflection and increased self-esteem. Insight gained. Increased opportunities to find own aptitude.

● Internet Web sites Worknet (http://www.work.go.kr)

Job information and various psychological tests for various fields of study.

Careernet (http://www.careernet.re.kr)

Job information categorized for different age groups and education programs.

Korea Research Institute for Vocational Education & Training (http://www.krivet.re.kr)

Human resource development, analyzes job responsibilities.

CareerJet (http://www.careerjet.ie)

Job information worldwide.

Robert Frost’s famous poem that states, ‘Two roads diverged in a wood. And I took one less traveled by. And that has made all the difference.’ Perhaps this states that one choice could affect your whole future. One’s career choice is a reflection of understanding one’s aptitude and having the courage to follow your own path even if it is a path seldom [email protected] chosen by others. p The Pioneer, NO. 146, JUNE 2009

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he Pioneer interviewed three GNU people who found their dreams and are doing their best for a better life. Let’s listen their stories.

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TV reporter Lee Dae-wan While in GNU, every experience of mine helped me to become a reporter. My daily activities brought my dreams closer. When I was in GNU, I acted as a GNU student reporter. I met a wide variety of people and wrote many articles. I realized that I like to meet people. Among the school classes, there were many PPT presentation classes. In spite of an introspective personality, I was confident during the presentation in class and it was interesting. Also, other people praised me for my presentations. I had a good ability to convey information. Also, I was always interested in a new story and social problems. I thought if I became a reporter, it 22

would be a good fit for me. There wasn’t any special event in which I discovered my aptitude. I just found something which I felt interested in while working in the field. When I was a college student, I participated in various activities like GNU GPP programs or other contests. I learned that I was interested in planning activities. Thus, I discovered an interest while doing every day activities. Embrace Life! Welcome new Gyeongsang National University Campus English Magazine

opportunities! Your aptitude will become evident.

Professor Ahn Byung-hyuk I have studied Russian as my undergraduate major. After graduation, I entered a business school. I want to give advice through my experience, to students who are trying to find their aptitudes. First, keep thinking about your course of study! It was a difficult choice when I tried to choose an academic course. While taking Business administration as my minor, I decided to study business administration further after much contemplation. Therefore, I recommend students to take a minor course because there will be more opportunities when you study a wider variety of academic areas. Counseling with a mentor will also help you to discover your aptitude. Second, improve your ability! I want to give realistic advice to students.

Never get discouraged when you fell weak in one area, as you june be strong in another area. Don’t be afraid to see the larger world and improve those abilities. I chose to enter graduate school to study business administration and I discovered this field of study on my own. After attaining a master’s degree, I had a chance to study abroad with a government scholarship. When I proceeded step by step, I realized that I could have many more opportunities. Last, determine if you would like to contribute to your fatherland. When I

was an undergraduate student, Korea was booming in various kinds of industry. In those days, Korea needed many professors of business administration. I wanted to play a role in fostering students to excel.

Student Lee Chae-won I transferred to GNU once again to study English literature after finishing four years of study in food engineering at GNU. It was a tough decision to study further after finishing my undergraduate course. However, my first major didn’t fit me. I had had a chance to go abroad to study English. I resided in Australia and the Philippines for two years and was able to see and feel a new world that I hadn’t been able to see before. I thought I would experience a broader world if I studied English continually. So, I decided to enter university again. I started studying English. Happily, my parents supported my choice of study. After I graduate from GNU, I want to work for a travel agency and become a

travel agent. English is essential for my dream. So, I know I have to study diligently. Students should be courageous enough to change a major that doesn’t fit. Welcome new challenges! Remember, it’s better to regret something you have done rather than something you haven’t. Don’t be afraid to try something new! It is not a waste of time to welcome new challenge. Learning by experience is never harmful. In sum, I would like to remind students of the importance of

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The two texts we have examined are good examples of potentially effective essays. Essay 1 shares some thoughtful reflections about finding forgotten money, but it gives few details about the writer or his or her related experiences and thus only scratches the surface of what could be a fairly engaging topic. Essay 2 tells an amusing story from training days in the navy, but it leaves out vital details that would help readers fully picture the events and their impact on the narrator. If you have a piece of writing at a similar early stage of development, and especially if you plan to submit it to a campus magazine like this one, you can strengthen your work by keeping in mind the following.

Whether you’re writing for a school assignment or for a publication, your work should do more than just display bits of self-expression. It should inform, entertain, or persuade substantially a wide audience of your peers. Thus, in any writing project, it’s important to know why you’re writing and the readers you’re writing to. Without this knowledge, you probably won’t be able to write very fluidly or attract much interest in what you do write. Think back to Essays 1 and 2: Neither piece accomplishes much. I suggest these lackluster performances are partly the result of the writers having lost sight of their purpose and audience. Before you begin a piece of writing, or when your progress slows after you’ve started, you can usually benefit from finishing two simple sentences in a writing notebook: “My purpose here is to...” and “The people who will read this are...” These sentences certainly don’t need to appear in your completed work, but seeing them in concrete terms can guide you toward building an accomplished composition that grabs the interests of specific readers.

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Put Enough Effort into Each Stage of the Writing Process

Writing instructors commonly divide the process into five stages: prewriting, drafting, revising, editing, and proofreading. The drafting stage is perhaps the most familiar one: That’s when you put your ideas down on the page in sentences and paragraphs. Drafting is essential, but it shouldn’t predominate. In Essays 1 and 2, both writers appear to have made the mistake of putting most of their effort into drafting and too little into the other stages. But effective writing is seldom, if ever, the result of sudden inspiration and slapdash drafting. Accomplished writers of all stripes have remarked that drafting often goes hand in hand with prewriting and revising; their best writing emerges out of a back-and-forth composing process that sometimes takes considerable time and patience to complete. Furthermore, before releasing a piece of writing to the outside world, accomplished writers make sure to edit and proofread the document carefully for clarity and accuracy. Of course, the writing process also depends on a certain level of experience with language. This leads to an important point concerning writing in English as a foreign language: The process itself is a great language trainer. For example, one of the benefits of revising is that it stretches vocabulary and rhetorical skills. Consider Essay 1. In a dedicated revising session, I’d say the writer could spot, fix, and learn from most of the surface mistakes in that text. More importantly, while revising, the writer would likely try out other ways to express the ideas, which in turn would suggest different words and phrases, which would then give rise to newer ideas and details about them, and ultimately the process could lead to an essay that does much more than just point out the delight of finding forgotten money. Now consider Essay 2. Revising with a careful eye and ear, the writer would likely fill the holes in the story with more details and, in doing so, find ways to smoothen colorful but somewhat awkward parts like “the chance which the sky gives” or “we had an egg at a mouthful with wear a smile each other.” 24

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Your speaking skills can guide you through the writing process. Try reading your work out loud, both during and after composing. Experiencing your ideas in speech not only helps you refine your work’s content but also helps you find words and phrases to express yourself clearly and effectively. You can also enlist the help of others when writing for the ear. Read your work out loud to someone else and ask for feedback. Most of you have plenty of experience at conversing in English. Thus, while working on a writing project, talk with friends and teachers about what you’re doing. Sharing your ideas in conversation helps you mold them into audience-friendly shape.

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GNU's AESRC Receives Support

B R I E F I N G Lee Gi-il Cub-reporter

The Airlines Embedded Software Research Center (AESRC) of GNU was selected for University IT Research Center Promotion and Support Project. As the result, AESRC will develop the technology of multinational airlines embedded software as the next generation of technology with a grant of 3.2 billion over the next six years. GNU will be the first airline embedded software research center in Korea. It is conveniently located in the largest aviation industry and the Korea Air Space Industry Company has the only aircraft in production. Perhaps the next step would be for the AESRC to educate a workforce for advanced research and development to contribute to the airline industry. It is expected that the opportunity for this link between the industry and GNU is to become a reality. Prof. Jeon remarked, “My team is working diligently to be adopted as the international standard of industry as well as occupying the next generation of technology through proposing a distinguished international journal paper and patents. We wish to contribute to creating a highly valued technology by working with Air Industrial Complex and related businesses.” p [email protected]

The Changwon GNU Hospital

Park Gun-hee Editor-in-Chief

GNU Hospital made a contract with Changwon-si to build Changwon GNU Hospital on April 13th. Changwon Construction is scheduled to begin in 2010 to be finished December 2013. The building will have 3 underground stories and 9 above ground including over 700 beds. The hospital will have wards, a dormitory, and funeral facilities. The cost of building is estimated at 3 billion won. GNU Changwon Hospital will provide great medical service to people of central Gyeongnam including Jinju-si and Changwon-si. In addition, the Ministry for Health, Welfare and Family Affairs say that the hospital will be a complex institution operated as a Medi-Cluster in central Gyeongnam. According to the contract, GNU Hospital will make an advisory committee to introduce high-tech medical appliances and design the building. As president of GNU Hospital, Professor Jeong Jin-myung said, “The building up of the medical infrastructure will improve Koreans’ health by providing better public medical services.” p [email protected]

The Prevention of Desertification Is Possible Seong Hyeon-Cheong Cub-reporter Professor Lee Sang-Yeol’s research team at the Department of EnviroBiotechnology, discovered a species of plant that can live in the desert. This discovery provides a key to understanding how to develop new plants in very high temperatures and decrease inherent plant stress related to dryness. This area is also a research topic related to desertification of plants and global warming. The title of the study is, Heat-shock Dependent Oligomeric Status alters function of plant specific thioredoxin-like protein, AtTDX. The specific thioredoxin-like protein AtTDX is altered to a different chemical structure by increase of temperature. Consequently, it becomes a new protein, Chaperone. This protein has tolerance in high temperatures and dry stress. Therefore, the plants can grow in the desert by virtue of the protein. This study was published by the peer review journal, Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences(PNAS). Professor Lee remarked, "The most important thing is that we discovered protection from desertification by global warming, the mechanism of stress resistance in plants and the scientific data required to develop new plants." p [email protected] 26

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How to Win Oneself? Cho Ah-ra Cover News Editor

Firstly, take pride in yourself and your professors as well. Secondly, you should take the initiative in all situations that june arise. Lastly, set your goals high. inferior and frustrated concerning gaining employment. He advises us to do this. Love yourselves and don’t torture yourselves, and you will be a success. Now, try looking around you, please. You will meet not a few high-quality and top-rank professors who are a great source of information and advice. They are readily available to assist you and to provide advice and guidance on you study and future plans. Make most use of them, please. Secondly, you should take the initiative in all situations that june arise. You should try to stand on any line of jobs earlier than any others. If you have difficulties coping with problems, tackle them directly without any hesitation. You need not be apprehensive of new challenges that are consequently going to arise. Try leading any of the groups or circles, you surely will feel satisfied and accomplished with it. Lastly, set your goals high. The person with the higher eye-level feels superior to anybody at a lower level. This higher perceived status will require you to enhance your ability, which ultimately will enable you to achieve your goals. In other words, if you are to succeed in your life, you first will have to set your goals high, and in order to achieve them, you will have to improve your ability, and for this, you will have to love yourselves and try being a leader of any group of people. That’s the way to win yourselves. p [email protected]

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his interview was conducted with Kim Doo-Shick, professor of English Language and Literature Department. He is very active in academic activities, leading two major literature and linguistics societies in Korea (the Association of Modern British & American Language & Literature, and the Korean Association of Language Sciences). According to Prof. Kim, many students at GNU must be discontented with the fact that this university is not high ranking in this nation. It is true that old graduates from GNU were victims of the evils of an academic clique. But the Korean society is changing rapidly from the one which created an academic clique to the one which respect personal ability, which is a good symptom. Personal ability has become a good criterion from which to judge people. Fortunately, most corporations take personal aptitude and ability to be influential factors to the successful job interview and employment. Prof. Kim emphasizes that now is the time for students to choose to enhance their abilities. This article presents his suggestions for how to improve one’s ability. Firstly, take pride in yourself and your professors as well. Graduated in Dept. of English Education at GNU, Prof. Kim really appreciates how not few students are poorly adjusted to school, have low self-esteem, lack confidence, and feel

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Sexual Discrimination and Violence Park Ji-hae Reporter

1. Have you ever experienced body contact during a sporting activity as intended punishment?

4. How would you cope with the above mentioned questions?

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erhaps there is a common misunderstanding concerning sexual harassment and/or sexual violence. The common misunderstanding is that students are not directly affected by this issue. The Pioneer surveyed GNU students regarding sexual harassment and/or sexual violence. The Pioneer wants to arouse student awareness about sexual harassment and/or sexual violence which june occur at GNU. We conducted a survey. The number of participants in the survey was 190, which was comprised of 81 men and 109 women. Sexual harassment and/or sexual violence june occur while drinking alcoholic beverages. About 93.1% of GNU students drink more than once a month and 54.7% students have been pressured to do so. Surprising, isn't it? GNU students have to become aware of the facts. bout 59% of GNU students have experienced body contacts more than once during a game for punishment while drinking. GNU students recognize that body contacts can be sexual harassment and/or sexual violence. When it occurs, you have to be firm in your reaction. An incorrect alternative is to 'denial'. Fortunately, about 48% of GNU students know the right alternative to handle this circumstance, but about 23% of GNU students choose to be passive. Kim Nam-yeon (counselor in GNU Sexual Violence Relief Center) commented, GNU students need to take precautionary measures so as to be capable of handling a sexual harassment and/or a sexually violent situation." Students can go to GNU’s Sexual Violence Relief Center and learn about effective coping strategies and options. Unfortunately, only 3% of GNU students have complied, and 61% of GNU students are not aware of this service. Sexual harassment and/or sexual violence cannot be tolerated. Your dignity as a person must be respected above all else. p [email protected]

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t sounds strange to go to an artificial forest for well-being. It’s because the images of two words ‘artifical’ and ‘well being’, aren’t matched. However, many people visit the artificial forest, the Sangnim Forest in Hamyang, to rest the mind and body. (Pictured by Lee Young-joo)

Early Spring in the Sangnim Forest The Sangnim Forest is a Natural Monument, number 154 (Designate date: 1962.12.03) which is the oldest and biggest artificial forest in Korea. It lies along the Wicheon riverside and is located in 246, Daedeok-dong, Hamyangeup, Hamyang-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do. The Sangnim Forest is popular owing to its cultural properties, its founding, and its scenery especially in summer and autumn. The leader of the establishment, Choe Chi-won (who was a Korean famous scholar and writer in the reign of Queen Jinseong, 887-897) of the Unified Silla Kingdom (668-935), built the forest to prevent a flood. The forest has existed for 1,100 years and has endured many wars, and has protected farmland and people from natural disasters. The middle part of the bank fell down because of flooding. Then the forest was made along the bank and was then divided into two parts: one is the Sangnim Forest and the other is the lower Harim forest. Only the slightest traces of a forest remains in Harim now but the Sangnim Forest is still preserved in its old state. Moreover, the Sangnim Forest in Hamyang consists of approximately 20,000 trees of over 120 varieties. On Arbor Day, April 5th, The Pioneer reporters, visited the Sangnim Forest with spring in the air. While walking from the Sangnim intercity bus terminal, we 30

became peaceful because of the calm atmosphere and saw the pavilion, Haksaru (Tangible Cultural Properties 90/ Designate date: 1974.02.16) and its Zelkova tree (Natural Monuments 407/ Designate date: 1999.04.06). The Haksaru was burnt down during the Japanese invasion of 1592, and was reconstructed in 1692, the 18th year of King Sukjong. In addition, its Zelkova tree is about 500 years old, 21m high and 8.3m wide. After taking pictures of the trees, we arrived in the Sangnim Forest. The first thing we encountered was a stone sculptured ‘Hamyang’ with spring flowers. At the entrance of the forest, we met three Jangseung (Jangseung is quasihuman figure made of stone or wood that was erected at the entrance of a village or temple in Korea.), that has protected the forest and people for a long time, and saw the stone monument, Hamyangcheokhwabi (Cultural Properties Materials 264/ Designate date: 1997.12.31). This stone symbolizes the closed door policy of the Korean government during the latter part of the Joseon period and the opposition to Western imperialistic powers by the Regent, Heungseondaewongun, and the father of King Gojong. We went north and saw the Gyeongsang National University Campus English Magazine

Lee Young-joo Reporter pavilion, Hamhwaru (Tangible Cultural Properties 258/ Designate date: 1986.08.06 ) which was originally named Mangaknu, meaning “pavilion with a mountain view,” because it commanded a distant view of Mt. Jirisan. It was renamed Hamhwaru when it moved here in 1932 and reminded us of the poem written by Kim Jong-jik who was a scholar in Joseon period. We felt sadness for the lost two pavilions (Jewoonnu in the East, Cheongsangnu in the west of the Hamyang castle) and thanked Noh Deokyoung who is the president of the Historic Preservation Society. Due to his efforts moving the Mangaknu under the thumb of Japanese imperialism, people can now see the Hamhwaru.

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The most impressive thing we had seen that day is the nonexistent hands of the stone Buddha, Hamyangieulliseokbul (Tangible Cultural Properties 32/ Designate date: 1972.02.12) discovered by a stream, which is believed to have originated near the now nonexistent Manggasa Temple. Judging from the style, it is believed to be a work of the Goryeo period (918-1392). The hands of the Buddha have been missing and the part below the chest has been damaged by an inept repair with mortar. The Stone Monument of Choe Chiwon, Munchanghuseonsaengsindobi

(Cultural Properties Materials 75/ Designate date: 1983.07.20) was erected in 1923 by some of the descendants of Choe Chi-won as a monument to his great achievements. A great scholar, Choe initiated programs to plant forests and built dikes to control flooding when he was the county chief of Cheollyeong (now Hamyang) during the reign of Queen Jinseong (887-897) of the Unified Silla Kingdom (668-935). We thanked his efforts, and for the endeavors of the former and present residents which are in our hearts. Many kinds of trees that we saw in the forest like Saw-leaf Zelkova(Neutinamu), Japanese Sapium(Saramjunamu), Japanese Cornelian Cherry(Sansuyunamu),Yeddo Hornbeam(Gaeseoeonamu),Siberian Crab(Ageubaenamu),Threeflower Maple(Bokjagi), Lindera glauca(Gamtaenamu) etc. At first, we were unfamiliar of their names like Gaeseoeonamu and were amazed at the number of trees and all of their name tags. Moreover the Yeollimok (which means two trees connected with the same root) was miraculous in its shape and is to have existed for 100 years until now to present day. The tree looks like an intimate married couple. What is more, this deciduous forest in the temperature zone

is valuable ecologically. The Sangnim Forest is a treasure house. It’s a valued forest because of historical, educational and ecological values. Furthermore, it’s expected to undergo various constructions like a sculptural park and ecological museum in a few years. We hope that the forest will be also a treasure house after 1000 years and our descendants also know its value, beauty and history. If you want a relaxing and refreshing time, the Sangnim Forest is the best place to benefit your body and mind. p [email protected]

Here is some information you just need. First, the bus fare from Jinju to Hamyang is 6000 won (Korean currency), from Hamyang to Jinju is also same. Second, it takes about one hour and 10 minutes from Jinju to Hamyang. You can take the bus at the Jinju intercity bus terminal in Jangdae-dong(Jinju) and Hamyang-eup(Hamyang). In addition, it takes about 20 minutes from Hamyang intercity bus terminal to the Sangnim Forest on foot. Third, the Sangnim Forest has a huge lotus garden and you can enjoy lotus flowers especially in summer. Moreover, it’s famous for the flower, Seoksan (Kkonmureut) and you can also enjoy appreciating Seoksan especially in autumn. Fourth, Hamyang-gun will hold a Florian Festival in Handeul(4.25-6.10) where you can see many wonderful flowers.

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Best Safety Best Campus Jeong Ki-hyeong Reporter any discoveries are made at GNU every day. Technology is advancing at a very fast pace. However, students must be aware of safety in laboratory settings. Experiments completed in the laboratories are conducted to get reliable research and data. Most of the students conducting experiments however tend to minimize the importance of a safe working environment as well as safe practices. Hence, a mistake which june be viewed as incidental could result in damages to the laboratory and a host of other issues related to campus safety. Safety is no accident. There are seven basic action plans that students can follow without too much difficulty. Action plans for safe experiments include:

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Check materials. Wear safety materials (protection glasses, safety gloves, masks). Equip research areas with fire extinguishers and educate students about use. Attach safety and security information about materials. Participate in the laboratory’s safety training. Do not bring in food. Use multi-outlets where safety devices are attached. Do not sleep in the laboratory.

Did you know GNU experimenters are insured by GNU? There is information about experiment safety readily available. Please visit the Safety Information Centre, or online at: http://ehs.gnu.ac.kr Please call 055-751-6999 for any further information. p [email protected]

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lthough I had browsed through a few issues of The Pioneer, I had never read the entire publication until one of my students gave me a copy. The Pioneer is a unique publication at GNU. It is the only English magazine created by and for students. Having an English magazine is beneficial for foreign and Korean students alike. It provides useful information and entertainment in English. As a foreign English teacher, I am often unaware of university news and events because I cannot understand Korean. I would imagine some of the international students feel the same. Additionally, reading and thinking in English are important skills which empower Korean students and encourage cross-cultural communication. By reading The Pioneer, students are able to practice and improve their English skills. It is not as difficult as many of the English newspapers, and focuses on GNU, making it more personal and relevant to students’ lives. Because The Pioneer is the only English magazine produced by GNU, I would like to see a section where readers can express their own opinions, hopes, and concerns. By encouraging From Stacy Hoops, contributions from various people on different topics, The Pioneer would present a broader English Instructor of SOELIP perspective. General suggestions and or problems with campus life could be addressed: What changes would you like to see at GNU? What are your concerns? Controversial topics often generate the most response, and require critical thinking. I appreciate the work of The Pioneer’s staff and would encourage readers to share the magazine with friends. I hope the GNU community will use The Pioneer to freely communicate, educate, and entertain.

A Poem to The Pioneer

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uring difficult times, people can turn to family, friends, religion, drink, games and TV. Of course, these are all effective ways of keeping one’s head above water for many, if not most. But, I more often turn to poetry, and my favorite follows. I believe Kipling’s If is as relevant now as it was when he wrote it over one hundred years ago, far from this land. This poem gives me strength when I need a little more, and, as students, you know that, as the poet said: ‘If you can fill the unforgiving minute with sixty seconds’ worth of distance run, the world, indeed, will be yours. Enjoy.

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From Michael Schulman, Instructor of Department of English Education

If you can keep your head when all about you Are losing theirs and blaming it on you, If you can trust yourself when all men doubt you But make allowance for their doubting too, If you can wait and not be tired by waiting, Or being lied about, don’t deal in lies, Or being hated, don’t give way to hating, And yet don’t look too good, nor talk too wise: If you can dream—and not make dreams your master, If you can think—and not make thoughts your aim; If you can meet with Triumph and Disaster And treat those two impostors just the same; If you can bear to hear the truth you’ve spoken Twisted by knaves to make a trap for fools, Or watch the things you gave your life to, broken, And stoop and build ‘em up with worn-out tools: The Pioneer, NO. 146, JUNE 2009

If you can make one heap of all your winnings And risk it all on one turn of pitch-and-toss, And lose, and start again at your beginnings And never breath a word about your loss; If you can force your heart and nerve and sinew To serve your turn long after they are gone, And so hold on when there is nothing in you Except the Will which says to them: “Hold on!” If you can talk with crowds and keep your virtue, Or walk with kings—nor lose the common touch, If neither foes nor loving friends can hurt you; If all men count with you, but none too much, If you can fill the unforgiving minute With sixty seconds’ worth of distance run, Yours is the Earth and everything that’s in it, And—which is more—you’ll be a Man, my son! —Rudyard Kipling 33

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Leisure by William Henry Davies What is this life, if, full of care,

Streams full of stars, like skies at

We have no time to stand and stare,

night.

No time to stand beneath the boughs

No time to turn at Beauty's glance,

And stare as long as sheep or cows.

And watch her feet, how they can

No time to see, when woods we pass,

dance.

Where squirrels hide their nuts in

No time to wait till her mouth can

grass.

Enrich that smile her eyes began.

No time to see, in broad daylight,

A poor life this if, full of care, We have no time to stand and stare.

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1. 이번 호에서 가장 관심 있게 본 기사와 그 이유는?

2. 다음 호에서 다루어 주었으면 하는 기사는?

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그게 무슨 인생이겠는가, 근심만 가득 차 멈춰 서서 바라볼 시간이 없다면 양이나 젖소처럼 나뭇가지 아래 서서 물끄러미 바라볼 시간이 없다면 숲을 지나면서 다람쥐가 풀밭에 도토리 숨기는 걸 볼 시간이 없다면

한낮에도 밤하늘처럼 별 가득 찬 시냇물을 바라볼 시간이 없다면 미인의 눈길에 돌아서서 그 아리따운 발걸음을 지켜볼 시간이 없다면 눈에서 비롯해 입으로 곱게 번지는 그 미소를 기다릴 시간이 없다면 참 딱한 인생 아니랴, 근심만 가득 차 멈춰 서서 바라볼 시간이 없다면

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DOWN 1. March 1st _________ Movement of Korea. (PHOTO ESSAY) 2. You have no connection with sexual _______ or sexual violence. (SURVEY) 4. Did you know GNU experimenters are _______ by GNU? (FOCUS) 5. This discovery provides and decrease ______ plants stress related to dryness. (CAMPUS BREIFING) 6. ___________ information is based on facts. (CAMPUS WORLD) 8. What are

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ACROSS 1. Your __________ is who you are. (EDITORIAL) 3. He also __________s that the drama's quality is important. (SOCIAL EXPLORER) 7. We thanked his efforts, and for the _______s of the former and present residents which are in our hearts. (TRAVEL) 9. _________ with a mentor will also help you to discover your aptitude. (COVER STORY) 10. The Korea Air Space Industry Company has the only ________ in production.