Lee Da Som's Debate Essay

Nowadays, nationalism prevails in Korea and the world. So there are many resulting problems. I think nationalism is a mere obsession, stubbornness in our unconsciousness.

Of course, nationalism advocates say that nationalism can strengthen solidarity. They also say nationalism brings big power and enthusiasm in the World Cup or other big games, which make us unite and feel patriotism. Also, advocates insist that they feel comfortable and glad when meeting the same family (race, tribe) in other country. Eventually, they think nationalism is good for people's emotions and for unification.

In my opinion, however, these are only special cases (World Cup, Olympics, meeting same family...). In everyday life, we still discriminate foreign workers due to our 'single-unity' nationalism. And similarly, people are locked in limited point of view, which can lead to intolerance of others as we can see in Jaebum's case. Also, in an extreme case, Nazis and Hitler killed millions of Jewish people cruelly, only because he thought his race is superior to Jewish people.

For these reasons, I think nationalism is never good for us. We have to break this stereotype. It is better to be a world citizen instead of locked in nationalism.

Lee Da Som's Opinion Essay

Schooling for Teen Mothers

Nowadays, many teen girls become mothers. Usually they are 15~19 years old. Although they aren't kids, they are not adults. So their job ability, maturity and sense of economy are considerably less than adult mothers.

But our government and school authorities try to kick teen mothers out instead of developing their ability, mental maturity and childcare methods.

I think it comes from Korean's conventional shamefulness and avoidance of sex or premarital pregnancy which derives from deep-rooted Confucianism.

But a school's essential goal is to educate students so that they can become mature human beings and do well in the larger society. So it's a violation of education's goal to kick teen mothers out of school. Because every student's essential rights and life are most important, school authorities have to break conventional stereotypes. We need to accept some changes in social perception in a positive way.

So, practically, we need to establish schools for teen mothers which teachers job ability and nurturing. Or it's also good to make nurseries in high school like other developed countries. Of course, childcare allowance for teen mothers should be increased. Most of all, teachers have to try to not to discriminate against teen mothers in school.

Now it's time for Korea to become a socially-developed country. Social welfare can be improved with a change of perception. I don't want to see tears on teen mothers any more.

Lee Da Som's Narrative Essay

I want to talk about my most shameful but lesson-learning story. It's about my cheating story.

It was 2 months ago, I think. I was memorizing words for a paper test. Terribly, I was so lazy that I opened the word list for the first time at that moment. But it was so difficult to memorize in a short time. I screamed, and my classmates also grumbled and groaned. Eventually, everyone in the classroom felt sympathy. So, we united for the first time. Since out homeroom teacher wasn’t there, we freely discussed our plan. After that, we started a combined operation. All of the classroom students started to write down the English words on the desk, and piled many books and calenders around to shield.

The classroom was silent. All of the student's senses were on the strain. But on the other hand, we felt somewhat... a sense of relief. We thought that we could get a good grade. While writing the words on the desk or little paper, I said "What if.... if teacher L comes in instead of our homeroom teacher?" (Teacher L is very strict and thorough. If she comes here to supervise us, we can't cheat at all.) Suddenly, my friends squealed and blamed me. They said "Shut up!!" or "Don't jinx things!!". We laughed, cause we knew that scenario was almost impossible. And after 30 minutes, we all finished. Our plan was excellent. The bell rang at 4:30. It was silent. We heard someone walk toward our classroom. We could see the silhouette. But.... it wasn't our H.R teacher. Door was opened.

"Hey students! Let's start! Put away your books and come apart!"

The other students and I were shocked. All hope was gone. She was teacher L .

I was vacant. We just looked each others faces. "What are you doing?" teacher L shouted. It was unavoidable. We put away everything, and the paper test was started. I took the exam in a state of ignorance.

The result was terrible. I got only 60. I said to my friends "I had least expected that things would come to such a pass. I think we got heaven's justice."

From this event, I learned a lesson which is very simple but I had forgotten. It is that there is nothing to achieve with tricks or without effort. I realized the importance of sincere effort and an honest attitude of mind. Of course, I can accomplish something with tricks. But now I know that it's not blessing or luck. It's just foreshadowing of retribution.

Kim Go Eun Yi's Debate Essay

Is nationalism good?

Nationalism is extreme pride in the history, culture and successes of one's nation. That means to have love for your own country and the belief that it is better than any other country. People who approve of nationalism insist that nationalism is necessary and good because it is natural. It leads people who live in your country to have the power of unity. But l think over-nationalism is too conservative in globalization. For example, 고종‘s father, 흥선대원군, insisted on the "closing-the country-policy" and failed to accept other countries cultures appropriately.

As a result, this persistence made Joseon's mordenization slow. Nationalism is extreme or fanatical patriotism. Of course, proper nationalism is sometimes fine. But over-nationalism is not good. So appropriate nationalism is important.

Lee Da Som's Self-Introduction

Self Introduction

Hello! My name is Lee Da Som. I was born in Gwangju on April 19th. I live with my mom and dad, and a brother seven years younger than me. I lived in Gwangju for 16 years until middle school. I chose to go to Naju High School, so now I live in the dormitory.

When I became a high school student, pizza and chicken became my best friends. And now they are my soul mates.

Sometimes my friends call me enfant-terrible or devil, cause I'm so mischievous and wild. I also think I'm addicted to making fun of my friends. I think I have to be more prudent, gentle and mild because I'm 19 now.

From now, let me introduce my hobby and goal. My hobby is taking pictures--especially nature scenery. It makes me feel calmed down and makes me breathe in this dreary, tight high school schedule. I also love going outside and being exposed to wind when I'm tired or bored. I feel freedom from cool wind blowing that moment. As I love nature and relief, my dream is also simple and naturalistic. I want to be a country-side school English teacher. And after class, I want to enjoy my life by taking pictures of beautiful nature scenery.

So.. what I want to say is that my ideal life style is to take a rest and find myself in peaceful nature. Thank you for reading my self introduction.

Kim Sora's Narrative Essay

The best way I can

By Sora Kim

When I was a student of middle school, I went camping with a schoolmate. On the second night, we had the opportunity to do a candlelight ceremony. A recreation instructor told us "You have your parents who always sacrifice for you. As a candle sacrifices itself. it makes light. Your parents sacrifice like candles themselves, they give you their food, clothes, love, everything. They make you happy and hope you go well. Maybe, do you think it is natural to forget to thank your parents for their work?"

The speech made me think again about my parents. My parents are farmers and work in a melon house. They go to the melon house in the early morning and come back home late night. When they come back home, their faces are full of fatigue. My older sister and I often went to help them there. Inside the house was very hot and the work was very hard. I was exhausted quickly, so I went outside to rest. After, I often repeated that behavior. However, my parents didn't work like me. They continued to work under those conditions. Probably, in that situation, I thought as the work is parent's job, I didn't have to do it.

After camping, I realized I had been stupid at that time. Parents worked for us. I was so regretful. So I realized the best way to help them is by studying hard. Right now we should do our duty. I really thank and love my precious parents who always love me and sacrifice everything for me.

Kim Sora's Debate Essay

Our debate title was "Is nationalism a good thing?" Nationalism means that people have great love for their nation. So nationalism is often associated with the belief that a particular nation is better than any other nation.

The pros insist three opinions.

First, nationalism leads people to have self-esteem about their culture, politics, and nation. Second, people who love their nation know a lot of information about their nation, so it can make nation develop easily. Third, nationalism is a good thing because it makes us come together for the Olympics and the World Cup.

On the contrary, the cons insist three opinions.

First, if nationalism exceeds appropriate levels, it can result in discrimination about culture, politics, and race. Then, it will lead to wars between many nations. Second, in globalization, nationalism leads nations to cultural and economic recession because they reject advantages of another nations. In the present, for example, North Korea does not accept America's developed science technology. So that nation is in a recession and has a lower GDP (gross domestic product) than any other nation. Third, it can lead to intolerance of others. That is why it makes outsiders.

The conclusion, I think the cons are more than the pros. Of course, nationalism is used to develop nations. But nationalism includes the decline of another nation. Accordingly, it can't accept advantages of other nations. However, the best solution is to have minds that love their nation and respect other nations. Namely, to balance between two opinions.

Yu-hyun's opinion about Nationalism

Debate about Nationalism

Nationalism is a great love for a nation.
It is often associated with the belief that a particular nation is superioty to any other nation.
Nationalism can be good ideology to their nation. But on the other hand, it can bring about a wrong side.
The pro's side say, Nationalism is necessary and they prefer nationalism. Because, Nationalism has an aspect of unification, so when the original policy and order is being changed. conflicts and severe quarrels can happen. In this situation, Nationalism bring a way which is resolve the problem under the name of "Nationalism."
But I think it can bring about incorrect and wrong sides. If Nationalism oversteps bounds, it can cause discrimination. It means, if someone has excessive nationalism, they think "Our country is better than any other country, we are top of the world." So they can ostracize the other race.
And it can bring about cultural, economical recession.
Because people think "We don't need another country's culture or anything, Because we are the best. our culture is the only excellent culture and the others are inferior."
So to speak, in various situations Nationalism can bring about many wrong sides.
So I think the overreaction of nationalism is not helpful for everyone. so we have to found the correct and right meaning of Nationalism. It can be helpful and encouraging for every generation.

Lee Ji Hye's Debate Essay

"Is nationalism good thing?"

Nationalism is a political belief which thinks of race preferentially.

I think nationalism is good thing and necessary for our lives. If we think nationalism is important, we can establish order for a nation.

But if we don't think about the nation, our places will be tarnished and other countries will neglect our country.

Some people may say nationalism is bad, talking about German Nazism.

But that example is not pertinent because German Nazi's got their profit on the pretext of nationalism and that misused a sense of nationalism.

A essential sense of nationalism is thought that people are very very important in their country. Therefore, for our people and our country, nationalism is necessary and good thing.

Choo Da Ye's Debate Essay

Is Nationalism necessary?

Is nationalism a good thing? Many people might be divided into pros and cons. My opinion about Nationalism is on the 'pros' side.

I think nationalism is necessary. Because nationalism is an important source to maintain a nation. Nationalism is not to think just about race, but to know the source of the nation, to love the nation and to have pride in the nation. So, if many people don't have nationalism, their nation couldn't unite and the power of the nation could be weak. Therefore, nationalism is necessary to keep nations powerful.

The people who disagree with nationalism think nationalism as racial egoism. For example, many Jews were slaughtered by the Nazis because the Nazis only thought their race was most important. The objectors think that case occurred because of the nationalism of the Nazis. So, the objector insists that nationalism could break the order of the world. In this case, however, that incident occurred because of over-nationalism, and the Nazis used nationalism for pretext to kill Jews and despotize. The real meaning of Nationalism is not to kill the other race.

Nationalism can be an essential thing or a dangerous thing. But, it is plain truth that each person has their race and nation. We cannot ignore the relation between humans and nations. Therefore we have to think about nationalism carefully with its affirmative and negative aspects.

Lee Young Eun's Debate Essay

Nationalism is person's great love for their nation. We live in a time of globalism and many races live together. So we thought about Nationalism.

Some people think that Nationalism is necessary because Nationalism leads people to cooperate. For example, the World Cup and Olympics. When we have those events, we cheer for our team together with arms hanging on each others' shoulders. And along with people who are strangers we cheer for the same team loudly in street. And Nationalism helps maintain unique culture. In the case of Korea, Nationalism helps our unity.

But over-nationalism can bring about racial discrimination, like the pogrom of Nazis. Also, it can lead nations to cultural and economical recession. For example, historically "JoSeon dynasty's closing-the country-policy" makes the nation's development slow. And it can lead to intolerance of others. Last year, members of our nation showed intolerant to JaeBum, who just complained about Korea because of his pain in a different culture, so a young man who had a bright future became depressed and brought guilt to his idol group.

Consequently, I think over-nationalism is not good. Proper Nationalism is useful. But if it exceeds appropriate levels, our society will have many problems.

Lee Yu Hyun's Narrative Essay

One morning when I was fifteen years old, I felt too much pain in my throat so my tears fell when I was eating breakfast. The day before, it was not a big deal, but as just one day passed, the pain became so terrible. I thought 'It is just a cold. It will be fine' and then I was ready to go to school. But my father said "You had better go to hospital rather than go to school. I told your teacher that you will be late." I thought it was an overreaction, so I was convinced that it was just a cold while we were going to the hospital. But my thinking was totally wrong. The doctor said that I am very patient person because the source of pain was not a cold. It was tonsil inflammation. The pain was so terrible, but I had been enduring it. Furthermore, I had to have tonsil surgery. I felt dead and horrible. My tears fell down spontaneously. Father said to me, "Don't worry sweetheart. I am here beside you. It will be okay." Father tried to relax and relieve me.

Two days later, I had tonsil surgery. Before the surgery, I took six injections. It was like chaos. Six injections... It was an unforgettable experience. Maybe, it was my most painful moment in my life.

During the surgery, the pain was so terrible, so I cried continuously. At the end of the surgery, I had a double nose bleed and couldn't say any words for 2 weeks.

I vomited blood mass. I could not even sleep because of the blood. After 5 hours, I went back home. I could eat only cold liquid food. I was starving during those days. But my father also had a tough life. He did not go to work because of me. Everyday, he always care for me. I was very sorry and grateful.

When my father was sick, I ignored him and just did my work. What a bad attitude!

I thought at that time, I was so stupid. My tonsil surgery experience gave me lots of lessons and I will mend my past posture.

Fairytale: Love With Foods

Love With Foods.

(Writers: Sin Su-Jin, So Eui-Jeong)

Once upon a time, when a tiger smoked (this is Korean expression), there was a very beautiful princess in Korea, which had a lot of delicious foods. As she was the princess of the country, she could eat every food if she wanted. Example, kimchi, which had high nutrition for health, bacon, Galbi (beef), Bulgogi (beef), Ducbockgi (spicy Korean rice cake) and Bibimbab (rice and vegetables), etc.

Meanwhile, there was a really charming prince in North America. He ruled the big country, United States of America, and there were many cooks who were good at cooking. Of course, the prince had talent for making delicious foods. So, the country had held a cooking contest every year.

One day, the princess was invited by him to the contest. Happily, she packed up. There are 'big spoon, middle spoon, small spoon, soup's spoon, rice spoon, long chopsticks, middle chopsticks, short chopsticks, kimchi chopsticks, a water cup, mugs for American and Korean coffee, and a lot bowls and plates........

When she arrived at the contest, he looked at her, who was thoroughly ready. And he could see her eating like pig and he said.

" Oh my feelings! she is my style. She is the first woman that I could marry!!!!!
Excuse me, could I know your name, sweety princess? "

" Oh my feelings! Do you think I'm a sweety? "

" Yes, I do! ^^ "

" How wonderful you are. I want to know about you more. Do you have time? "

" You can say that again! Follow me^^ "

After the conversation, they had happy time together by knowing each other.

So, they fell in love at once. And they decided to marry after the contest.

The end.

Korean Athletes

Korean Athletes

Soccer players:

Park ji sung

1981.2.25

Manchester United : midfielder

He is korea's hero (playing world cup)

Lee chung yong

1988.7.2

Bolton Wanderers FC : midfieder

He is new korea's hero (playing world cup)

Baseball players:

Choo sin su

1982.7.13

Cleveland Indians : out fielder

Park chan ho

1973.6.29

New york yankees : pitcher

Short Track Player:

Ahn hyun su

1985.11.23

2010 National Winter Sports Festival 91st General part Short Track

Speed Skating Men's 3,000 m gold medal

He has lot of girl fans

http://tvpot.daum.net/clip/ClipView.do?clipid=21136395&q=%BE%C8%C7%F6%BC%F6



Lee jung su

1989.11.30

2010 Rookie of the 15th Coca-Cola sports destination

2010 International Skating Union World Championships Men's Team Championship

2010 Winter Olympics in Vancouver, the 21th National Short Track Speed Skating

He had great careers



Speed Skating :



Lee Seung Hun

1988.3.6

2010 First Prize, the 15th Coca-Cola sports destination

The 21st Vancouver 2010 Winter Olympics speed skating Men's 10000m gold

2010.05 Pyeongchang 2018 Winter Olympic Games Bid Committee, players Committee

His ability is great


Swimmer:



Park Tae Hwan

1989.9.27

2010 New South Wales State Open Tournament Wins Men's 200m Freestyle

2010 New South Wales State Open Tournament Wins Men's 100m Freestyle

Koreans call him 'marine boy'



Figure Skater



Kim yu-na

1990.9.5

The 21st Vancouver 2010 Winter Olympic Games women's singles figure skating gold medal

She is really famous in korea. Her coach is Canadan Brian Orser. Her skill is so fantastic.






Golfer



Park Se Ri

1977.9.28

2010 LPGA Bell Micro Classic Tour Championship

she is a golfer who is called legend






Weight Lifting

Jang Mi Ran

1983.10.9

Athens Olympic game - silver medal

Beijing Olympic game - gold medal

Her body is ranked 5th for olympic champion Selected by the New York Times

Park Min Ji: Nationalism Debate

Is Nationalism A Good Thing?


Nationalism is the desire for political independence of people who feel they are historically or culturally a separate group within a country. It is often associated with the belief that a particular nation is better than any other nation. And it is often used to show disapproval. Then, is nationalism a good thing?

If we don't have any mind to we love our nation, we might lose our own culture. When countries develop, nationalism is helpful. For example, our country, Korea, accomplished rapid economic growth. This is because we all had patriotism that encouraged us to cooperate.

I'm worried about over-nationalism! Appropriate control, such as for cultural assets, is important. Nationalism also includes tendencies that drive out other cultures. In globalization, nationalism leads nations to cultural and economic recession.

If nationalism exceeds appropriate levels, It can result in racial discrimination. For example, Nazis cruelly killed millions of Jewish people because Hitler thought his race was superior to the Jews.

Consequently, I think over-nationalism is not good. If it exceeds an adequate level, many problems will happen in our society. We have to properly use this idea only for good thing. We should be in harmony. We need to have self-esteem and also have acceptance.

Yang Bora's Essay

Schooling for Teen Mothers

Yang Bora

I saw a TV program in which teen mothers appeared and told their stories. They said that they had thought of sending their babies to a poorhouse, but finally they decided to bring up their babies on their own with courage.

They made a brave decision because living as a teen mother is very hard in Korea. Unfortunately, most of them dropped out of school. Why can't they help dropping out of school? That's because this social perception is not desirable.

Of course, teen pregnancy is also not desirable. We should refrain from that. However, violating teen mothers' rights to be educated (I think) is the most undesirable action. Not learning will be an obstacle to teens' futures today when intellectual worth is so high. We must not allow teen mothers to live incorrectly and we must teach them the way of living correctly not only for themselves but also their babies.

So, we should enforce the education, establish facilities for teen mothers, and encourage them to study hard.

Kim Soon Young's Debate Essay

Is Nationalism a Good Thing ?

Soon Young Kim


Nowadays in this age of globalization, no matter how far, people share each different culture and follow it. As we now have a big market in the world, we have to live under a common rule beyond nation, race, and religion. Because of this situation, we are losing ethnic identity and don't know what nationalism is exactly, So I will talk about what nationalism is and it's pros and cons.
First, what is nationalism? According to the dictionary, "It is a feeling of loyalty to a country on the part of its people and leaders, the desire for political independence of people who feel they are historically of culturally a separate group within a country."

Pros insist nationalism is necessary, because if there is none, people won't think about their race and nation, so people would accept other nation's policies and cultures without thinking. And nations can be confused about their own identity. I go along with that idea. Nationalism helps a country's people unify their goal and keep their nation powerful.

Cons insist nationalism is not necessary, because in globalization nationalism leads a nation to cultural and economic recession. And if nationalism exceeds appropriate levels, it can bring about racial discrimination. For example, sometimes Koreans think our nation is single unit too much, so we overacted about Jaebum, who just complained about Korea because of his pain of being in a different culture.
But I think this analysis of the situation is too superficial. Essentially his unconsciousness about that lead to this problem. If he thought that Korea's nationalism was important, it wouldn't have occurred.

In conclusion, I think nationalism is necessary. But excessive national is harmful. Although I can't control nationalism, I am convinced we have to take a neutral attitude about this.

Lee Yu Hyun: Compare and Contrast Essay

Comparison Essay

Lee Yu Hyun

My comparison subjects are South Korea and North Korea. Originally, they were one country but they divided into two countries, because of the 6.25 war. As a result, they began having many different and diverse cultures.

First, South Korea's dominant ideology is free-democracy. In South Korea, everybody is free and respects others' rights. But in North Korea, the country's chief is the center of power. Everyone in the nation obeys him, so they have little freedom. Second, South Korea's president or lawmakers are voted for by the nation. Everybody has his/her own right to vote. But in North Korea, their high position is heredity. The present president's son will become the next president.

There are many differences but there are some similarities. First, South Korea and North Korea were both started from democracy. In North Korea, democracy was changed. So now they have Socialism and Absolutism. Second, both spend too much on the military. South Korea is economically better than North Korea, but neither country is rich. And finally, they have family separation pain. It is the most lamentable and doleful pain.

Between South Korea and North Korea, there are some distinctive differences. But, we have to unify at all costs for everyone because we are the same race. And our peninsula is the only divided country in the world. It is very shameful. So, we have to unify in haste.

Kim Sora's Compare and Contrast Essay

Similarities and Differences between Korean and American Dramas

By Sora Kim


There are a lot of people interested in dramas in modern society. By watching dramas, we can receive enjoy and pleasure which relieves our lives' stress from work or study. I found some distinctive differences in the dramas both Korean and American.

First, there is a difference of when a drama ends. Most of the Korean dramas usually finish between sixteen episodes and twenty four (except for historical dramas). And there are definite ends of dramas. In American dramas, however, series have no limits. If a drama has public interest, the drama can continue. But there is a possibility that they may be bored by making another series.

Second, there is a difference in choosing materials used in a drama. In Korean dramas, most of materials are secret of birth, revenge, amnesia, and wealth and poverty. In Bright Inheritance, for instance, the hero is a rich, but the heroine is in poverty. Among them, the most frequently used material in the dramas is a love story. Surely, every drama may have a love story. But it appears too many times in Korean dramas. Korean authors think that everything must go to the love story. It is so commonplace. Conversely, American dramas have more various and abundant materials than Korean dramas. For example, Prison Break is a famous escape-from-prison drama. Dark Angel is a gene manipulation drama.

Third, there is a difference of the scale in dramas. American dramas invest a lot of money--more than Korean dramas. It creates strong plots and high quality. It makes people feel as if they are watching a movie.

However it doesn't mean that Korean dramas are bad and American dramas are good. Korean dramas such as Dae Jang Guem give to us knowledge about Korean food, medicine and we learn about Korean culture when we watch. And The Time of the Dog and Wolf have strong plot as well as American dramas. People who make a drama will perceive weak plot and shortages of the Korean dramas to compete against another dramas. Producers and authors must find something that viewers want in a drama.

Although one step doesn't change many thing, one step will become a strong power in the future, like "Many a little makes a mickle."

Yang Bora's Compare and Contrast Essay

Compare and Contrast

Yang Bora


There are many types of people. Now, I'll introduce two types of people. One is slim people and the other is fat people. Many differences and prejudices exist between them. Let's find about them.

First, in the case of eating food, a fat person eats food until they are gone completely. Conversely, a slim person quits eating when she feels full. One day, both go to restaurant and order a large amount of food. People seeing a fat person think "What a fatty person! She looks like a pig!" and they also see a slim person and think "Wow, she looks healthy and well!"

Second, in the case of wearing clothes, while a slim person can fit into any size of clothes, it is hard for a fat person to wear various clothes. One day, both are walking down the street wearing a mini skirt. People seeing a fat person think "It is certain that she does not consider her body condition". And they also see a slim person and think "Nice body!"

Last, a study announced that a fat person can more easily float above water than a slim person because fat is lighter than water. Also, a fat person sweats more than a slim person. Since fat people create more heat, they need to sweat to adjust their body temperature.

So, what type of person do you want to be? While writing this, I realized that a slim person would have more advantages although a fat person float well above water... haha!

Jung Ji Eun's Narrative Essay

Narrative Essay

Jieun Jung


On Saturday, October 24th, 2009, I went to Seoul with my friends for a university visit. At night, I had laid awake thinking of the next day's events on the train. My friends had a dream. They want to succeed in matriculating at a college in Seoul. Seoul University, Korea University, Hankuk University of Foreign Studies....

Finally, we arrived in Yongsan station. After that, we arrived in front of a subway station, thanks to my friend's uncle.

First, we went to Seoul University, Seoul's flower. Around the Seoul University station, many students were waiting for the school bus, despite it being the weekend. At last, we arrived in Seoul University. I was excited that I actually saw Seoul University's logo. In Seoul University, many middle school students came to visit. Seoul University's inside was not what I expected. I thought Seoul University would be small. Because of the large inside, we went to the place that we wanted to go.

The second place was Korea University. This university was my goal. Korea University is known for its beautiful campus. So my anticipation was large. Korea University's campus was really beautiful. It was just like Britain's school. I stood in front of building that I hope to go. I envied the students coming in and out the building.

The next place was Hankuk University of Foreign Studies. I thought there would be many foreigners because it's the university of foreign studies. But I didn't see foreigners.

After visiting in many places, we had plenty of time. So we decided to go to Kyungbok palace. We were divided into two groups. Each group saw beautiful buildings, sights, pond, and so on. All I saw was wonderful. I knew the reason why foreigners visit Kyungbok palace.

This traveling gave me many lessons. I knew korean culture, and I braced myself for my goals. Until now, I gave up my task before it was achieved. But from now on, I will never give up until I have achieved my goals. In any case, I will do my best to become Chungang University's student.

Choo Da Ye's Narrative Essay

My Height

By Choo Da Ye


I am short compared with my friends. It is hard to find a person who is shorter than me in my grade. So, I have many episodes about my height. The episode which I will never forget happened when I was 16 years old.

One day, l walked on the street alone to go to home. At that time, I didn't wear my middle school uniform because it was Sunday. Suddenly, three girls who looked like strangers approached me and asked a question.

"Hey, girl. What elementary school do you go to?"

The moment that I heard what she had said, I was very shocked, because they looked younger than me! The girls looked like a student who is only first or second grade in middle school.

I said, "I am not a elementary school student.", bluntly, and then, they were surprised and doubtful. One of them said, "That is, you're a middle school student?", but I didn't reply and walked on my way because I was displeased. While going home, I thought about my short height. At first, I really hated my height and I often wondered why I am too short. But, after some time, I realized that I could experience such a special event because of my short height. No one that is taller than me can experience events like me!

Now, I think my height as not as a physical defect but as a special strong point. Although sometimes I feel sad and discouraged because of my height, I love my short height which gives special experiences for me!

Park Min Ji's Narrative Essay

Lesson From Climbing a Mountain

Park Minji


The first day of the new year, I went to Keumsungsan with my parents. In order to watch the sunrise, we climbed the mountain. My heart beat fast in expectation. It was very cold and slippery. So I slipped and my feet fell into snow. In addition, the worst thing is what a weather forecaster said. That is, we might not watch the sunrise. But we never gave up. We went up to the end. And we arrived at the top. In the long run, we could watch the red sun in a snowy scenery. It was so beautiful that I couldn't say anything.

This story seems like our life. We set the goal, and go on step by step. While we practicing our plan, we encounter obstacles. But we know that if we cheer more than before, we can accomplish the goal, finally.

In my case, I have a dream. I have to go to a specific university. Someone might tell that I cannot accomplish it. But I have the important lesson from my climbing. And I heard something to encourage me to never give up.

Impossible is nothing.
Impossible is not a fact but only one's opinion.

I will never give up!

Yeom Eun Jin's Compare/Contrast Essay

Similarities and Differences Between Middle School and High School
Eun Jin-Yeom


I am writing about middle school and high school. Middle school exists between elementary school and high school and carries out usual education. In high school, students who graduate middle school learn about more difficult things.

Now, I will earnestly compare junior high school with high school. At first, what do they have in common? First of all, we have to study not only in middle school but also in high school. And to check out levels of students, take tests regularly. Moreover, students should not forget to wear uniforms. There are good things also, such as we study with 30 friends in same class. Then we have picnics, camping trips and school trips too. Also, rules are alike.

Secondly, let's see the differences between middle school and high school. In middle school, to study is not so important. So they go home at 5 o'clock without autonomous study. While in high school, students must study hard to enter a university. Therefore, they can't go home until 10 o'clock. Accordingly, those who live in a dormitory go home once every two weeks. And to get a good score in College Scholastic Aptitude Test (CSAT), we study Korean, English and math, contrasted with art, music, physical education. Thus the chance for learning those subjects are reduced.

As a result, middle school and high school has a lot in common and a lot of differences. But the most important thing is that both are the cause to make the students' dreams come true.

Yeom Eun Jin's Introduction

Self Introduction

Yeom Eun Jin

Let me will introduce myself. First, my name is Yeom Eun Jin. My last name is rare, so I think I have a special thing and I'm special. My age is 18. I'm younger than my friends. It also makes me particular.

Second, I will talk about my family. I love them so much. If some got rid of my family, I could not live any more. My father is sentimental and knows only his family. He can't sleep, eat, or have rest time. So he is always tired. But he never said that he is tired and in pain. Moreover, he smiles to all people and thinks we always have to be kind to each other. My mother is a hair designer. Accordingly, she stands up during work with back pain. She only works, without saying it is so tough. Although she hasn't told me that she loves me, I know how much she loves me. I can feel her love because she worries about me all the time. Therefore, I respect and love my parents. Oh, I think that the story is too long, so I will summarize the next introductions of my family. My younger sister is student who entered Naju High School. Though she didn't study well, I believe she can do well. she is winsome and she likes me, so I can't hate her. She is taller than me, so people don't distinguish who is the older one. The last family member is my younger brother. He is a middle school student who is dispirited, so he plans to go to the Taekwondo gym. I think he is so cute and will be a great teacher. My sister and brother follow me well. I am always thankful to them. My family most important to me.

Third, my dream is to be a teacher of history. In fact that is not, because my real dream is to make people have a dream and help them achieve it. To be a teacher is a best way to realize my goal. I want people to have a dream because I think that dreaming makes people happy and cheerful. When people have dreams for good things, like protecting the earth or working for others, especially the poor, they can find themselves. If people of the world have dream which is like that, the world will be a better place to live. If I will be a teacher, I will help students have a dream. Because students need dreaming a lot. I have to be a good teacher. I will be a great teacher.

I said three important things to me. Finally, my self introduction is over.

Kim Sora's Introduction

Self-Introduction

By Sora Kim

Hello! My name is Sora Kim. My name was given to me by my father. I became 18 years old this year, but I'm in the third grade of high school. I'm younger than average age, so I had one episode. One of my friend's younger sisters entered into Naju High School. One day, she told me "Annyeonghaseyo", but actually she is older than me!! Her birthday is February 1993. I'm June 1993. That is a very ironic situation.

From now on, let me introduce myself to you. First, I will introduce my life in short. I was born in Su-won, but when I was a preschool student, I went to Seji, my father's hometown. Then I graduated from Youngsanpo Girl's Middle School. I entered Naju High School.

Second, I will introduce my family. My family members are 4: father, mother, older sister, and me. My family's blood types are different from each other. Father is AB, mother is O, sister is A, and I'm B. My parents work in the melon house in Seji.

As I helped my parents since when I was young, I have strong arms. Before it was my complex, but now it is my merit. My sister is twenty years old this year. She likes playing the piano. Of course, her playing all ability is so good.

Third, it's me. I like all sports. But badminton is one of the best sports that I have done. Because my uncle is a badminton coach, I've tried so much to play badminton when I was young.

I like ice cream most in the world. My dream is to be a nurse. Frankly speaking, when I was young, my dream changed a lot, but now I want to be a nurse. So regardless of place, I want to help everyone who needs help.

Finally, I hope to have long hair this year.

Lee Ji Hye's Narrative Essay

My First TOEIC

By Lee Ji Hye

I went to Gwang-Ju Dongmyung middle school on December 20th, 2009. The purpose of the visit was TOEIC.

Before I went there, I made an engagement with Jin-Ook to go together. So I called her, taking a bus. Then, Jin-Ook said that she overslept. Thus, her mother had us take a taxi from Na-ju to Gwang-ju (very expensive!!).

Jin-Ook and I barely arrived at Dongmyung middle school. But she had a problem. She forgot the certificate for the examination. So, we went to the teacher's room and asked to use the Internet and printed the document. We stood in a line to check for fever due to the new flu. I was so nervous.

Jin-Ook and I parted because the examination site was different. I went to my examination site. Because it was the first time, my hands were getting wet.

Before I went in for TOEIC, I didn't prepare for the exam perfectly since I didn't know what to do and l disliked that a little. So, I was nervous more and more. The test began, and for a listening test, the broadcasting started. Obviously, I heard it, but I didn't understand well. But, the reading test was not bad. l felt relieved.

From that day, January 8th 2010 , the result of examination was announced. Concerning the first exam, my grade was not so bad. I didn't study and prepare well for the examination. because of this examination, I felt need about preparation and attitude dealing with examination well.

So, I will change my attitude about tests into something positive.

Choo Da Ye's Compare and Contrast Essay

American Lifestyle & Korean Lifestyle

By Choo Da Ye

There are many countries in the world. So many countries, so many customs. But, there are some similarities because we all are humans. In this essay, I will contrast American lifestyle with Korean lifestyle and compare them.

There are many differences between American and Korean lifestyle. In Korea, it is important to hold old men and other people in high esteem. So, there is a term of respect in Korea. Koreans use this except for with children, friends, family. Also, they bow mutually when encounter a person or meet someone for the first time. In contrast, Americans don't use a term of respect. Besides, they usually shake hands when they meet someone at first. American lifestyle is much freer than Korean. In Korea, there are few holidays, so it seems that Koreans work night and day, and always busy. In America, people, including students, seem to have more free time than Koreans.

It seems that there are no common things between American lifestyle and Korean lifestyle. But, it is common to live with family, to go to school, to get jobs etc. Also, while Americans do not bow to old men or use a term of respect, they do other things to show respect. For example, in the bus, they offer their seat to a old man. There is another thing that is similar. America and Korea have national holidays like New Years day, Thanksgiving day, Christmas. Americans and Koreans have a festival that day and enjoy the festival.

American lifestyle and Korean lifestyle have many differences. But, there are also common things between them. We have to remember not only 'So many countries, so many customs' but also 'So many countries, but there are some common customs!'.

Jung Ji Eun's Essay: Nationalism Debate

Debate About Nationalism

By Jung Ji Eun

Nationalism is an ideology that thinks of nation as the best thing. What do you think about nationalism? I think nationalism is a good thing. Those who object my opinion say that one race can ostracize all the other races because races think only of their own profit. Also, nationalism can lead to intolerance of others, so in globalization, nationalism leads nations to cultural, economical recession,said counterparts. And they say that one race can kill other races, such as Nazis and Hitler because of nationalism.

But I think nationalism is a good thing. Nationalism makes a race unify for their goal. Without nationalism, we could not have achieved historical events such as the 2002 World Cup and so on. And without nationalism, our nation's order will break down.

Nationalism can be divided into two parts. One part is exclusive nationalism, another part is open nationalism. The latter regards harmony with each nation in the whole world as important thing. But people often think nationalism is only an exclusive thing, bad thing. That is not true.

Like this, nationalism has good points and bad points. But for the maintenance of a nation, nationalism should become nation's basis. Therefore, I think nationalism is a good thing.

Lee Yu Hyun's Essay: Schooling for Teen Mothers

Schooling for Teen Mothers
by Lee Yu Hyun

For most people of Korea, early pregnancy is not desirable.

It is regarded as a crime, if a teenage girl is pregnant, Koreans think she is immoral, blamable.

I think this perspective comes from Confucianism. It strictly discriminates between women and men. From long time ago -at least since Joseon dynasty- men have been treated as much more precious than women.

So, I think this influences bad ideas about teen's pregnancy. And basically, earlier pregnancy is not good for both the mother and her baby because teenagers' babies are not mature. So, teen mothers and their babies grow together. This may cause baby's deformation. Still, most people think earlier pregnancy is not desirable, but this is not only a stereotype but also worrying for teen parents' health. They are not ready and are not mature yet. I also think unwed pregnancies are not desirable because most of society will blame teen mothers and they will come ostracized.

So I think earlier pregnancy is not good for both mother and baby. Teenagers must careful about pregnancy.

Kim Go Eun Yi's Self-Introduction

Self Introduction
by Kim Go Eun Yi

I'm Kim Go-Eun-Yi. My name is consists of 4 syllables, so it's a little bit special. When I was child, I hated that because people always asked me how to say my name. But now I like my name because it isn't normal. I'm 19 years old. I'm a 3rd grade student in Naju High School.

There are four people in my family. My parents are friendly and I have a lovely younger sister. My hobby is listening to music and reading books. I plan to read books about medical science and nursing during this winter vacation because my dream job is nurse. So I will study very hard (especially English!!!) l hope to go to the college that I want. I'm interested in nursing and services. I'd like to serve poor, sick people and children. I have another sister in Uganda. She is 6 years old. I have supported her since last year. Her name is NaMuDo-Josephine. I only saw her picture, so if given a chance, I would visit Uganda and really see her. I want to travel around the world and give medical care to the poor. But I'm worried about insects. l really, really hate bugs. I'm still a little girl that loves 2pm. But I'm convinced that I will overcome my problems and I will better myself for my future and dream.

This is my short self-introduction. Thank you.

Lee Yu Hyun's Introduction

Self - introduction

Lee Yu Hyun

My name is Lee Yu Hyun. I was born in Gwang ju. Now I'm nineteen years old (the end of teenage years. So sad!). I go to Naju High School. My family members are my father, mother and me. I'm the only child in my family, so sometimes I feel lonely.

My hobby is watching movies or chatting with my friends. My favorite movie is "Twilight". Because it is so fantastic and their love is so romantic. My favorite sport is swimming. (I can swim!) I love delicious food and TVXQ. I hate any dirty things. I am a little bit picky. My fastidiousness is motivated by my father. My father is dainty and picky, so he makes me clean my room everyday. Maybe, it is the reason that my biggest fear is my father. The strangest food I have eaten is dog meat. (Sorry to the dog....... I really didn't know that!) My favorite activity when I was a child was hide and seek. Something interesting about me is that I had tonsil surgery when I was 15 years old. It was so painful. I couldn't speak for 2 weeks. It was an unforgettable experience.These days, I'm interested in dieting and my academic grade.

When I grow up, I want to be an English teacher. I'm still not good at English, but I love English so I believe my dreams will come true. Later, I want to travel to France, because the French language and there are valuable monuments. My motto is "Do not hold off until tomorrow what can be done today" because I often postpone my homework or assignments. So this is very motivational me.

Korean Top TV- show! show! show!!!

(with hyojin, eunji, juhyang)

Korean Top TV- show! show! show!!!

(Ranking has nothing to do with popularity)

Hello, everyone. Let our introduce Korea TV shows.

Korea has many TV programs.

The most popular genre is variety show.

Now, we will explain the top TV shows that we chose.

First, One night two days !

In short, This program introduce nice sight in Korea. they play exciting game or joke when they on the way to attraction.

And these days everybody likes it.

This program host is Kang ho-dong, and the other members are Lee seung-gi, Eun ji-own, kim -c, MC mong, Kim jong-min, Lee su geun.

They are very fun!! also, they are always makes viewer laugh.

If you watch this TV show, you will say like this : The show was hilarious, I couldn't stop laughing.

Second, Mu han ~ Do jeon (Limitless Challenge) !!

This program is variety show made up of seven person.

They are described as "under average people" but that is pretend to themselves.

Their name is Yoo jae-suk (He is MC), Park myeng-su, Jeong june-ha, No hong-cheol, Jeong hyeong-don, Haha. Gil.

Most people like this program because 'Muhan Dojun' makes our so happy even if I am exhausted.

And this program is very unique because they attempt new things every weekend.

that is distinguish else programs.

For example, they went on a trip to New York, Alaska, India etc.

And they attempted to be fasion show model or try to be cook.

In addition, they make unique calenders, special song. (← very famous)

Anyway, we can laugh in get tired of living situation through these programs. It makes our emotion happy.

Thank you very much for reading our writing!

Jung Ji Eun's Introduction

Self Introduction
Jang Ji Eun

My name is Ji Eun. My birthday is January 4th. I'm eighteen years old. I was born in Gwang-Ju, but I'm living in Na-Ju now. My family members are mother, father, me, and younger brother. Father is strict, Mother is friendly, and my brother is mischievous. I'm a Na-Ju High School student.

I like listening to music, so my hobby is listening to music. But I hate hiphop music. I don't like exercise, so I am becoming a pig. And I am afraid of darkness, because I can't see anything in darkness. So I don't like playing or walking at night. My favorite movie is Haeundae. This movie is a disaster movie. It is so moving. And I think the actor Ha Jung Woo is very handsome.

In fact, I am afraid of English. English grammar is difficult. The amount of vocabulary is abundant. Because of many reasons, I have fears about English. So I am really studing English hard to overcome my fear about English. At one time, I will lose fear about English. And I have two goals: I want to be a Chungang University student. After that, I want to be a public official. So I want to serve for citizens. For my goals, I will do my best!

Lee Young Eun Introduction

Self Introduction

Lee Young Eun

I'm Lee Young Eun and I'm 19 years old. I was born in Seoul on the 5th of April. My birthday is on Arbor Day and I think this is special, so I like my birthday. When I was 8, I lived in Su-One. But, my grandfather had died, so grandmother was alone. For my grandmother, my family came to Naju. I went to Naju Middle School and now I go to Naju High School. My family is grandmother, mother, father, younger brother and me. My father and mother are farmers. We have a pear farm. Whenever I want to eat pears, I can. Also, we grow rice and have some plum trees and vegetables. This year my younger brother became a freshman at GeumSeong High School.

My hobby is reading novels. I especially like fantasy, like Harry Potter, and mystery, like The Da-Vinci Code. But other genres are okay, too. Also my hobby is riding bikes. Except for during wintertime, when I go home (I live in dormitory), I often ride a bike. I hate cucumbers and I like chocolate very much. Nowadays, I drink hot chocolate everyday after dinner. My favorite sport is soccer, but I don't like playing soccer. I just like watching soccer games.

My dream is to be a lawyer. When my mother was young, she wanted to be lawyer. And I also hope to be. If I become lawyer, I will show justice to people. Because of me, I hope that members of our nation will believe in this nation.

Choo Da Ye's Introduction

Self Introduction

Choo Da Ye

Hello! My name is Choo Da-ye. I'm from Korea. I was born in Naju, and I still live in Naju. My birthday is June 10th, 1992 and my Korean age is 19. My school is Naju high school. I am a 3rd grade, so-called senior. All of Korean 3rd grade high school students have a burden, because they have a big test in November to enter the university which they want to go to. So, I am studying hard everyday. The university which I want to go to is the Korea National University of Education. I will do my best to enter the Korea National University of Education. I want to major in geography. In the future, I want to be a geography teacher or geographer, and then I want to go around the world and investigate geographical characteristics.

My hobbies are very diverse. When I have free time, I usually listen to music or make some cookies. I love to cook, so I usually present my hand-made cookies for my best friend's birthday present. Also, I like to shop--not for clothing, but for music CDs. When I have some money, I spend it buying CDs. I feel very happy while listening to CDs that I bought.

There are four members in my family. Father, mother, brother and me. My father's job is taxi driver and my mom is a housewife. I have one older brother. He is 20years old. He will be a freshman at Honam University in march.

My motto is 'Trust myself'. I think to trust myself is very important. I trust my ability and capabilities. I will accomplish my goal with my motto. Thank you!

Lee Ji Hye's Introduction

Self - Introduction

By Lee Ji Hye

About me.

My name is Lee Ji-Hye and I'm 19 years old. Do you know what my name means? In English, 'Ji-Hye' means wisdom. Because my parents hope I grow to be wise, they named me 'Ji-Hye'. I was born in An-yang in Korea, but now I live in Na-ju.

My family consists of parents, an older sister and younger brother. My birthday is August 8th. Amazingly, my brother's birthday is July 7th. Those are same! As it feels like it is special, l like it. Sometimes when I say that, most are surprised. And I like the number '8'. My friend Jin-Hee said our family loves each other so much. My sister has a strong mind. Since I am rarely strong, l want to take after her. In my childhood, l hated her because she made me work so often. But now, l love and respect her.

My hobby is watching movies, surfing the Internet and imagining whatever I want. My dream is to heal people's wounded hearts. I want to help them. For realizing my dream, I will study very very hard.

Park Min Ji's Introduction

Self-Introduction
Park Min-Ji


My name is Park Min Ji in Korean, Michelle in English. My nickname is Kkam-Si. That means black skin--my friends gave this to me. But I don't think my skin color is shameful. Instead, I think of my skin as a black pearl!^^

I was born in a sea-side village. In my childhood, I was free! The beach is my second hometown. Everyday I ran. I love seafood and the sea very much! But now I'm so sad because I'm living in Na-Ju, which doesn't have any sea.

My birthday is 1992. 2. 4. So I'm 19 this year. My Zodiac sign is Aquarius. It explains my good points and also shortcomings very well. According to this, I have a creative, challenging, inquisitive, entertaining and independent character. But I'm also prone to rebelliousness, coldness, erraticism and impracticality. I think these are correct exactly!

I'm interested in volunteering. One day, I visited an old people's home. There were many old people and I felt complex feelings. Then I decided I will go there often. I have interest in music also. I'm not good at singing and dancing, but I think I might have the sense of perfect pitch! When I was young, I learned how to play the piano. And now I sometimes enjoy playing the piano.

2 years ago, I visited Canada and stayed 15 days. I was picked as a scholarship student in credit union. I participated in the Yes Camp, which is a leadership camp for Canadian teenagers. It was an unforgettable experience. I learned many things in Canada, such as having a wide field of view and consideration for other people.

I have a dream. I want to give people who are poor and sick medical treatment. So, I decided to be an oriental doctor. Why especially oriental doctor? Because this medicine is for individual diseases. I was fascinated by this point.

My role model is Han Bi Ya, She is a very active humanitarian. She goes to the back regions and embraces poor people sincerely. I'd like to follow her! I hope to go abroad to volunteer for relief aid.

Thank you for reading my introduction!

Yang Bora's Introduction

Self Introduction
By Yang Bora

I'm Yang Bora in Naju high school. My family consists of my mom, father, and three sisters. I am the youngest child, so I was loved so much by my parents. But in my childhood, the rest of my family members came home late at night because of their work and school lives. I was usually alone in my home. This made me solitary and affects the present. Now, I like getting along with people, because I know that being alone is so lonely and sad. I am sociable. This is one of my appealing points.

Since I am the youngest child, I want to be a lovely person. but I have one big problem. I am too short. A tall man even says "Where are you Bora? I can't find you because you do not appear in my sight..." Isn't it so sad? If I were taller than now, I would have more confidence and could wear nice blue jeans. But, I turned my complex into advantage and became 2-3 class leader. Whenever people think of me, they regard me as an attractive person who, in spite of her short height, has big voice and power and many other advantages. The saying "a smaller pepper is hotter" is the best saying for me.

After my entrance into high school, many adults asked me, "what will you be in the future?" At first, I had no exact answer because I didn't experience many things. I was just forced to sit in the chair and study. This question even bothered me. However, I became to have a blueprint recently. I want to be an English teacher. I like English, but the major cause of my decision is my English teacher. The care which she gave me inspired my interest and passion about English. She could serve for us, so I became to respect her and thought about teacher work. I really want to be an English teacher who gives students more care than I was given and communes with students from the heart. I'll specialize in English. Learning English will help me to take a leap. I'll go forward step by step.

Korean Dramas!

Korean Dramas ♡ American Dramas

Do you know where Korea is? Do you know how many people live in Korea? And do you know how attractive Korean dramas are?

The biggest thing which Korean dramas has is strong love story^^ Especially, the reason why Korean dramas are strong in love stories is that warm sensitivity and love based on Korean's unique affections come naturally from the dramas.

In addition, sensitive historical dramas!Every korean have deep interest in their history. So, a lot of historical dramas describe their people's spirit delicately, not just simple historic dramas. Example, you can find out the most popular historic drama, 'Dae Jang Geum', and 'Jumong'.
If you want to watch the love story in korea dramas, what about 'Winter Sonata or 'Personal Taste'.

Then, do you know American Dramas well? In America, the dramas offer various and fun attractions from big funds. And you can feel professionalism of American dramas. This demonstrates powerful strength in stories which deal with special fields such as medical science and crime. For instance, there is 'Crime Scene Investigation, C.S.I'. It shows fresh and amazing information and arouses curiosity by using what ordinary people contact hard.

Try to watch Korean dramas! You can find pleasure of your life through those.

School Uniforms

School Uniforms

-Choi Han Na, Kim Su Min:)

In Korea, we must wear each school's uniforms. ( But sometimes, Special high schools such as Science School don't have any uniform)

Actually, our school, Naju High School, is one of the schools that have uniform. ( Our school's uniform is not so good. ( so cold) Almost all schools control remodeling their uniforms. For example, they control skirt's length. ( not so short) And they don't want skinny uniform.

Until 13, in elementary, students don't have to wear uniform and also they don't have uniforms.(except some private elementary schools.)

Specially, in Korean Minjok Leadershop Academy, they wear 'Hanbok',the traditional clothes in Korea, for uniform.

Recentrly, we have some poroblem with Uniform's prices. Because the uniform producers sell so expensive.

Also, we have pros and cons with wearing unifoms. One of the pros is we don't have to choose clothes every morning. The other point is we can distinguish other school's students easily. And we can be protected many dangerous society's crime.

But there are bad things,too. First, to express our personalities is so hard in school. Second, it is uncomfortable. Third, in Korea uniforms are too expensive considering 'one' clothes.

But we think uniform is one of our memories in our life ;9

New Member!

Here is another introduction by a brand-new club member:

Hello, my name is So Eui Jeong. Eui Jeong means 'go the right way'. My grandfather and father made this name during three days. I don't know what I really want. But I believe it will be certain. It must be. I have a friend. She is very, very valuable to me. We promised that we will have trips abroad. That's why I'm learning English. The other reason is that I want to read "Sherlock Holmes" without translation. My hobbies are writing, reading and watching movies or animation. I think this club is wonderful! And I want to get everything that I want! Thanks~

4 Rivers Project

By Eun Byeol and Su Hyeon

Korea has 4 big rivers. They were big part of korean industry before. And now they represent korean nature.

The 4 Rivers Project is korean new deal project which has been pushed ahead by Lee Myeong-bak goverment since the second half of year 2008.

It harms an ecosystem : it is a project only for human being. So they only concentrate on the economic efficiency more than rare plants and endangerd animals.

The Goverment still progress it dogmatically.

Though 70% of koreans object this project.

We have to care more about the ecosystem.

The goverment`s dogmatic behavior retrogresses the times.

They must respect citizens and comunicate with them.

If we do like this, we`ll develop more and more.

People who object the 4 rivers project

Dokdo

Dokdo
By Lee Da Ham-and Park Su-Min

Dok-do, which means the island of isolation, is the Korean island located in the East Sea.
It is volcanic island near Uleoung Island.
This natural environment is pure and the view from the sky is pretty good.
Today, because there are many kinds of natural resources under Dok-do, such as natural gas, Japan started to claim that Dok-do is their land.
This is an obvious fact that Dokdo is korean territory.
Because we have a text which says "Dokdo is korean territory." And mark on the world map.
Therefore, Dokdo is part of Korea .