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'{{Infobox university |name = Konkuk University |native_name = 건국대학교 |image_size = 150px |caption = Authority Mark of Konkuk University |latin_name = |motto = |mottoeng = Sincerity (성, 誠),<br>Fidelity (신, 信),<br>Righteousness (의, 義)<ref>{{cite web |url= http://www.konkuk.ac.kr/eng/jsp/About/about_1_2.jsp |title=Konkuk University – Educational Philosophy & Goals |publisher= |accessdate=February 2, 2016}}</ref> |established = 1931 |closed = |type = [[Private university|Private]] |affiliation = |endowment = |rector = |officer_in_charge = |chairperson = Kyung-hee Kim<ref>{{cite web |title= Konkuk University – Chairperson |url=http://www.konkuk.ac.kr/eng/jsp/About/about_2_1.jsp |date= |accessdate= February 2, 2016}}</ref> |chancellor = |president = Sang-Gi Min<ref name="Konkuk University – President">{{cite web |title=Konkuk University – President |url=http://www.konkuk.ac.kr/eng/jsp/About/about_3_1.jsp |date= |accessdate=September 29, 2016}}</ref> |vice-president = |superintendent = |provost = |vice_chancellor = |principal = |dean = |director = 12 members (including Chairperson) <br>Jin Minja,<br>Lee Juyoung,<br>Kim Hyungshik,<br>Choi Hongkon,<br>Cho Raewon,<br>Lee Jeonghyub,<br>Yang Jaetaek,<br>Yoo Jaeun,<br>Choi Gapshik,<br>Jung Inkyung,<br>Kim Wooseok<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.konkuk.ac.kr/jsp/Intro/intro_0202.jsp |title=Introduction of Konkuk University Foundation |language=Korean |accessdate=February 2, 2016}}</ref> |head_label = |head = |students = 25,600<ref name="Konkuk University – Facts & Figures">{{cite web |title=Konkuk University – Facts & Figures |url=http://www.konkuk.ac.kr/eng/jsp/About/about_4_1.jsp |date= |accessdate=September 29, 2016}}</ref> |undergrad = |postgrad = |doctoral = |other = 2,500 international students <ref name="Konkuk University – Facts & Figures">{{cite web |title=Konkuk University – Facts & Figures |url=http://www.konkuk.ac.kr/eng/jsp/About/about_4_1.jsp |date= |accessdate=September 29, 2016}}</ref> |city = {{flagicon|South Korea}} [[Seoul]] |state = |province = |country = [[South Korea]] |campus = [[urban area|Urban]] |former_names = |free_label = |free = |athletics = |colours = |sports = [[Association football|Football]], Baseball, Basketball, Tennis, Golf |nickname = KU, 건대(Geondae) |mascot = KonWoo & KonHee ([[Bull]]) |website = http://www.konkuk.ac.kr |logo = [[File:KonKukUniv Logo2.jpg|200px|Communication Mark of KonKuk University]] |footnotes = |image_name = KonKukUniv Logo1.jpg |faculty = 1,200 full-time faculty, 1,300 part-time faculty and international 70 <ref name="Konkuk University – Facts & Figures">{{cite web |title=Konkuk University – Facts & Figures |url=http://www.konkuk.ac.kr/eng/jsp/About/about_4_1.jsp |date= |accessdate=September 29, 2016}}</ref> |staff = 500 <ref name="Konkuk University – Facts & Figures">{{cite web |title=Konkuk University – Facts & Figures |url=http://www.konkuk.ac.kr/eng/jsp/About/about_4_1.jsp |date= |accessdate=September 29, 2016}}</ref> |coor = {{coord|37|32|31|N|127|04|35|E|display=inline,title}} |colors = Green {{color box|Green}} |affiliations = }} {{Infobox Korean name |hangul = {{linktext|건|국}}{{linktext|대|학|교}} |hanja = {{linktext|建|國}}{{linktext|大|學|校}} |rr = Geonguk Daehakgyo |mr = Kŏn'guk Taehakkyo }} '''Konkuk University''' ([[Korean language|Korean]]: 건국대학교, [[Hanja]]: 建國大學校) is a [[private university]] located in [[Seoul]] and [[Chungju]]. The Seoul campus is located in the southeastern part of Seoul, near the [[Han River (Korea)|Han River]], and is served by a [[Konkuk University Station|metro station of the same name]]. The Seoul campus has 16 undergraduate colleges and 13 graduate schools, whereas the GLOCAL campus in Chungju is composed of 6 undergraduate colleges and 4 graduate schools.<ref name=":0">{{cite web |url=http://www.konkuk.ac.kr/jsp/Coll/coll_index.jsp |title=KU College |language=Korean |accessdate=September 29, 2016}}</ref><ref name=":1">{{cite web |url=http://www.konkuk.ac.kr/jsp/Coll/coll_index2.jsp |title=KU Graduate School |language=Korean |accessdate=September 29, 2016}}</ref> As of 2016, 25,600 undergraduate and graduate students were enrolled in the university, which has more than 3,000 faculty and staff. <ref name="Konkuk University – Facts & Figures">{{cite web |title=Konkuk University – Facts & Figures |url=http://www.konkuk.ac.kr/eng/jsp/About/about_4_1.jsp |date= |accessdate=September 29, 2016}}</ref> ==History== In May 1946, Konkuk University was established as Chosun School of Politics (조선정치학관), a junior college for future political leaders, by Dr. Yoo Seok-chang. Thirteen years later, the school became a “comprehensive university” and changed its name to Konkuk (建國), which means “founding a nation” in Hanja (Chinese characters). As strong believers in the role of higher education in maintaining Korea’s sovereignty, the founder and his supporters chose the name in the hopes that Konkuk graduates would build and serve the nation. As of 2016, Konkuk University has two campuses—the main campus in the heart of Seoul and the Glocal campus in Chungju—with approximately 29,000 students enrolled. Dr. Yoo, whose pen name was Sanghuh, was raised by a father who moved to Manchuria to join the Korean Independence Movement. Trained as a medical doctor during the Japanese occupation, Dr. Yoo initially had opened the People’s Hospital in 1931 to provide medical care to less fortunate Koreans. Before long, he turned his attention to young leaders in rural areas since agriculture was the main pillar of the economy. Dr. Yoo and his supporters, who would later become benefactors of Konkuk University, aimed to open a higher education institution for leaders who would enlighten the rural population. Opposed by the Japanese, the reform-minded group managed a private organization and developed their ideas for a little more than a decade. With years of experience in rural reforms and education as well as a short stint as a politician, Dr. Yoo became convinced that Konkuk University’s must set its goals beyond academic excellence. During his tenure as the president of Konkuk University and the chairman of the Konkuk University Foundation, he emphasized three virtues—sincerity, fidelity, and righteousness—which continues to guide Konkuk to this day. In addition, Dr. Yoo was aware that the limited space would not be sufficient to provide future agricultural leaders with ample hands-on experience. Despite the severe financial difficulties and skepticism after the Korean War, he boldly executed a move to the current location in Seoul. Thanks to Dr. Yoo’s generous endowment and education philosophy, Konkuk University not only leads in agricultural and life science research, but also excels in many other areas today. Furthermore, Konkuk University has undergone major transformations in the past decade, earning the title of “the fastest growing university in Korea.”<ref name="Konkuk University – History">{{cite web |url= http://www.konkuk.ac.kr/eng/jsp/About/about_1_1.jsp.jsp |title=Konkuk University – History|publisher=|accessdate=February 2, 2016}}</ref> In 2016, Konkuk University celebrated its 70th anniversary. A new emblem with the Sanghuh Hall, the original building for the Chosun School of Politics, was released in December 2015. To commemorate the 70th anniversary, the university unveiled a second ox statue and held a major academic symposium.<ref>{{cite web |url= http://www.konkuk.ac.kr/Administration/Abroad/newsletter/January2016/news04.jsp |title=KU Releases New Emblem for its 70th Anniversary|publisher=|accessdate=February 2, 2016}}</ref><ref>{{cite web |url= http://www.konkuk.ac.kr/eng/jsp/About/about_6_2_3.jsp |title=KU Bio International Symposium Held on May 10|publisher=|accessdate=May 25, 2016}}</ref> ==Administration and Organization== Founder Dr. Seok-chang Yoo served as the first president of Konkuk University from 1959 to 1961,<ref>{{cite web |title=Konkuk University – President |url=http://www.konkuk.ac.kr/eng/jsp/About/about_3_3.jsp |date= |accessdate=February 2, 2016}}</ref> and Dr. Sang-gi Min became the university’s 20th president in September 2016.<ref>{{cite web |title=Konkuk University – President |url=http://www.konkuk.ac.kr/eng/jsp/About/about_3_2.jsp |date= |accessdate=September 7, 2016}}</ref> In addition to the president, Konkuk University has four executive vice presidents—provost and executive vice president for academic affairs, executive vice president for public affairs, executive vice president for research, executive vice president for the GLOCAL campus, and executive vice president for medicine.<ref>{{cite web |title=Konkuk University – Organization |url=http://www.konkuk.ac.kr/img/Intro/organization_20161010.jpg |language=Korean |accessdate=October 13, 2016}}</ref> The board of Konkuk University Foundation, which includes Chairperson Kyung-hee Kim and eleven board members serving 4-year terms, govern the university.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.konkuk.ac.kr/jsp/Intro/intro_0202.jsp |title=Introduction to the Foundation |language=Korean |accessdate=February 2, 2016}}</ref> == Academics == ===Undergraduate and Graduate Programs=== The Seoul campus has 16 undergraduate colleges and 13 graduate schools, whereas the GLOCAL campus in Chungju is composed of 6 undergraduate colleges and 4 graduate schools. [[File:Konkuk06.jpg|thumb|College of Art and Design]] ;Seoul campus 16 Undergraduate Colleges{{colbegin|cols=2}} * College of Liberal Arts * College of Sciences * College of Architecture * College of Engineering * College of Information & Communications * College of Political Science * College of Law * College of Commerce & Economics * College of Business Administration * College of Animal Bioscience & Technology * College of Life & Environmental Sciences * College of Bioscience & Biotechnology * College of Veterinary Medicine * College of Art & Design * College of Education * College of Global Integrated Studies {{colend}} 13 Graduate Schools {{colbegin|cols=2}} * The Graduate School * [[Konkuk University Law School]] * Konkuk Business School (MBA Program) * Graduate School of Agriculture & Animal Science * Graduate School of Architecture * Graduate School of Business Administration * Graduate School of Design * Graduate School of Education * Graduate School of Engineering * Graduate School of Information and Telecommunications * Graduate School of Mass Communication & Public Relations * Graduate School of Public Administration * Graduate School of Real Estate Studies {{colend}} ;GLOCAL campus 6 Undergraduate Colleges {{colbegin|cols=2}} * College of Art and Design * College of Biomedical and Health Sciences * College of International Business * College of Media and Communication * College of Public Service and Education * College of Science and Technology {{colend}} 4 Graduate Schools {{colbegin|cols=2}} * The Graduate School * Graduate School of Education * Graduate School of Medicine * Graduate School of Social Sciences {{colend}} ===Research Institutes=== Konkuk University has 58 affiliated and special research institutes in the areas of humanities, social sciences, and natural sciences. {{colbegin|cols=2}} *Architectural Barrier-free Institute *Artificial Muscle Research Center *Asia Infrastructure Research Center *Bio Food & Drug Research Center *Bio/Molecular Informatics Center *Cancer and Metabolism Institute *Center for Animal Resources *Center for Eco-Informatics *Center for Emerging Market Global Companies *Center for IT Enabled Outsourcing *Center for SMART Space Technology Research *Center for Story & Image Telling Studies *Center for Wireless Transmission Technology *Climate Research Institute *Eco-Food Supply Institute *Eco-friendly Agriculture Products Certification Center *Epic and Literary Therapy Research Institute *Fairy Tales & Translation *Flexible Display Roll To Roll Research Center *Food Safety & Animal Health Research Center at Konkuk University, FSRCKU *Functional Glycoside Conjugater Research Center *Future Energy Research Center *Global & Local Research Institute *Glocal Institute for SMART Communication and Consilience *Glocal Institute of Disease Control *Humanities Research Institute *i-Fashion Technology Center *Institute for Advanced Physics *Institute for Comparative History of Korea and Taiwan *Institute for Conservation of Art *Institute for Smart Green Architecture and Urbanism *Institute for Ubiquitous Information Technology and Applications *Institute of Biomedical and Health Science *Institute of Functional Genomics *Institute of Glocal Disease Control *Institute of Inflammatory Diseases *Institute of Intelligent Vehicle and System Technology *Institute of Korean Politics and Society *Institute of Livestock Business Management *Institute of Public Affairs *Institute of Real Estate & Urban Studies *Institute of SMART Biotechnology *Institute of Technology Innovation *Institutional Animal Care and Use committee *Institutional Biosafety committee *International Climate and Environmental Research Center *Knowledge Contents Research Institute *Konkuk International Healthcare Institute *Konkuk SMART FTA Institute *Konkuk Social Policy Research Institute *Konkuk Trade & Tariff Institute *Konkuk University Public Design Research Center *Korea Aerospace Design·Air Worthiness Institute *Korea Hemp Institute *Korea Nokyong Research Center *Korea Sports Turfgrass Research Center *KU Institute of Communication Studies *KU Language and Cognition Research Center *Laboratory Animal Research Center *Life Resource Cooperative Research Institute *Liquid Crystals Research Center *Mathematical Science Research Center *Music Education Research Center *Nano Technology Research Center *New Media Art Laboratory *Physical Activity & Performance Institute *Quantum Institute for Emerging Technologies *Regional Development Design Center *Research Center for Innovative Electricity Market Technology *Research Center for Livestock Industry of North Korea *Research Center for Network and Energy Industries *Research Institute for Eco-based Society *Research Institute of animal models for diseases & stem cell *Research Institute of Art Culture *Research Institute of Basic Sciences *Research institute of Biomedical engineering *Research Institute of Economics & Management *Research Institute of Education *Research Institute of Food Biotechnology *Research Institute of Glocal Culture strategy *Research Institute of Industrial Technology *Research Institute of Inflammatory Diseases *Research Institute of Law *Research Institute of Life & Environment *Research Institute of Meat Science and Culture *Research Institute of Neurobiology *Research Institute of Social Sciences *Research Institute of Urban Administration *SK chemicals - KU Biomaterials Institute *SMART Institute of Advanced Biomedical Science *SMART SANGHUH Bio Research Institute *Social Eco-Tech Institute *Software Research Center *The Academy of Korea Horse Industry *The Center for Asia and Diaspora *The Center for Middle Eastern Studies *The Institute for the 3Rs *The Research Center for the Korean History of Technology *The Research Institute for Global Management of Technology for Catching Up *The Research Institute of Art and Design *The Research Institute of Medical Sciences *The Research Institute of Natural Science *The Study for Body Culture Institute *Veterinary Science Research Institute {{colend}} ===Distinguished Professors=== Four renowned scholars held the position of distinguished professor as of the fall semester of 2015. *Yongmin Cho, particle physicist *[[Roger D. Kornberg]], Stanford University professor and 2006 Nobel Prize laureate in chemistry *[[William F. Miller]], Stanford University professor emeritus *[[Hans Robert Schöler]], director of the [[Max Planck Institute for Molecular Biomedicine]] ===Konkuk Language Institute=== Konkuk University Language Institute opened in 1990 to provide English and other foreign language classes. Chinese, English, French, Japanese, Spanish, and Vietnamese courses are currently available to Konkuk University students as well as the general public. In 1998, the institute introduced Korean language programs for foreigners. Short-term courses for 1–2 weeks and 3-month long regular courses are available. The institute also provides training for Korean language teachers.<ref>{{cite web|url= http://kfli.konkuk.ac.kr/Foreign/01_01.php |title=Introduction to the Konkuk University Language Institute |publisher=Konkuk University Language Institute |language=Korean |accessdate=February 11, 2016}}</ref> ===Reputation and Rankings=== Konkuk University was ranked 13th among Korean universities by ''[[JoongAng Ilbo]]'' in 2014.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://univ.joongang.co.kr/university/totalRankingReport.asp?yearCode=2014 |title=Yearly Report |publisher=JoongAng Ilbo |language=Korean |accessdate=February 5, 2016}}</ref> According to a survey by Realmeter, which surveys “Korea’s Top 10 Brands,” the university was ranked 7th when the public was asked to identify a university for recommendation in 2015.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.realmeter.net/2015/11/%ec%a2%85%ed%95%a9%eb%8c%80%ed%95%99-%eb%ac%b4%ec%a1%b0%ea%b1%b4-sky-%ea%b9%a8%ec%a7%80%eb%82%98-%ec%84%b1%ea%b7%a0%ea%b4%80%eb%8c%80-%ec%84%9c%ec%9a%b8%eb%8c%80/ |title=Is the "Only SKY" Rule Breaking? |publisher=Realmeter |language=Korean |accessdate=February 5, 2016}}</ref> During the same year, Konkuk University ranked 8th when college applicants were asked by daehac.com which school they wanted to attend regardless of their current academic performance.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://edu.chosun.com/m/view.html?contid=2015122101485&catid=13 |title=Yonsei Ranks #1 in Student Preference |publisher=Chosun Education |language=Korean |accessdate=February 5, 2016}}</ref> In August 2016, Konkuk University was ranked 59th in Asia's most innovative universities by Reuters.<ref>{{cite web|url= http://www.reuters.com/article/asiapac-reuters-ranking-innovative-unive-idUSL1N1BA15E |title=The Reuters Top 75: A list of Asia's most innovative universities |publisher=Reuters |language=English |accessdate=September 7, 2016}}</ref> In 2014, the ''[[Korea Economic Daily]]'' ranked Konkuk University’s business school as 13th in Korea and 9th in terms of potential.<ref>{{cite web|url= http://magazine.hankyung.com/business/apps/news?popup=0&nid=01&c1=1001&nkey=2015112501043000351&mode=sub_view |title=2015 Survey Results on Nationwide Business Schools |publisher=Korea Economic Daily |language=Korean |accessdate=February 3, 2016}}</ref> ==International Programs== [[File:Seoul Campus.jpg|left|thumb|Konkuk University's Seoul Campus ]] Konkuk University has entered into partnership agreements with 471 institutions in 59 countries. During the fall semester of 2015, a total of 984 students studied abroad through dual degree programs, exchange programs, language courses, and short-term programs, and 1,162 foreign students were registered at the university.<ref>{{cite web |url= http://www.konkuk.ac.kr/Administration/Abroad/newsletter/January2016/global05.jsp |title=A Total of 984 KU Students Studied Abroad in 2015 |publisher=Konkuk University|accessdate=February 2, 2016}}</ref> ===Exchange Student Program=== Foreign students enrolled in Konkuk University’s partner universities, such as [[University of California, Berkeley|UC Berkeley]], [[University of Wisconsin–Madison]] in the United States, [[University of Edinburgh]] in the United Kingdom, [[Erasmus University Rotterdam]] in the Netherlands, and [[Osaka University]] in Japan, may pursue their studies at the main campus for a semester or two. Students are selected in accordance with the terms and conditions specified in the partnership agreements and only pay tuition for their home institutions. ===International Summer Program and International Winter Program=== The International Summer Program and International Winter Program are 2-week-long programs that provide opportunities for foreign students wishing to learn about Korea and experience its culture. Students can take classes on Korean history, culture, and business practices and participate in field trips and cultural events. ===Undergraduate Degree-Seeking Program=== In addition to short-term programs, foreign students may earn their bachelor's degree at Konkuk University. Applicants should meet certain Korean language proficiency requirements, and a 70% tuition waiver is provided to students obtaining [[TOPIK]] Level 6. ==Campus== ===Ilgam Lake=== [[File:Ilgam Lake.jpg|thumb|Ilgam Lake]]Ilgam Lake is located at the center of Konkuk University’s Seoul campus. Originally a swamp, it was converted to an artificial lake when the university moved the campus from [[Nagwon-dong]] to the current location in 1954. When indoor ice skating rinks were uncommon in the 1950s and 1960s, the lake was used for national competitions. Occupying 55,661㎡, the lake accounts for approximately one-ninth of the campus area. To maintain water quality, 650 tons of underground water is added daily and a motor boat is used to prevent algae blooms.<ref>{{cite web|url= http://popkon.konkuk.ac.kr/news/articleView.html?idxno=7815 |title=Ilgam Lake, A Major Attraction of Our University |publisher=Popkon |language=Korean |accessdate=February 3, 2016}}</ref> ===Konkuk University Museum=== [[File:KJH 6626.jpg|left|thumb|Konkuk University Museum during the spring]]Established in 1963, Konkuk University Museum features 4,532 historical artifacts, including [[Dongguk Jeongun]], one of the [[National Treasures of South Korea]]. The museum is housed at the Sanghuh Memorial Hall, the building in which the Chosun School of Politics was founded. Originally located at [[Nagwon-dong]] in [[Jongno-gu]], Sanghuh Memorial Hall moved to the current location in 1985, and continues to represent Konkuk University’s roots and rich history. The museum is open to the public, and special lectures on Korean history and culture are given throughout the year.<ref>{{cite web|url= http://www.konkuk.ac.kr/Administration/Museum/jsp/introduce/introduce01.jsp |title=Introduction to the Museum |publisher=Konkuk University Museum |language=Korean |accessdate=February 3, 2016}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url= http://www.konkuk.ac.kr/Administration/Museum/jsp/introduce/introduce02.jsp |title=Chronology |publisher=Konkuk University Museum |language=Korean |accessdate=February 3, 2016}}</ref> ===Sanghuh Memorial Library=== [[File:상허기념도서관 K148.jpg|thumb|345x345px|Sanghuh Memorial Library]]Sanghuh Memorial Library serves as Konkuk University’s main library. Opened in 1989, it was the largest library in Asia at the time.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://news.chosun.com/site/data/html_dir/2015/12/21/2015122102427.html |title=70 Years of Never-ending Innovation in Education |language=Korean |publisher=Chosun|accessdate=February 4, 2016}}</ref> As of February 2014, the library had more than 900,000 Korean books and 200,000 foreign language books. Six reading rooms with about 2,200 seats are available,<ref>{{cite web |title=Current Status/Statistics Summary |url=http://library.konkuk.ac.kr/en/#/about/statistics |date= |accessdate=February 3, 2016}}</ref> and a reading room on the third floor of the library is opened 24 hours a day.<ref>{{cite web |title=User Hour |url=http://library.konkuk.ac.kr/en/#/about/hoo |date= |accessdate=February 3, 2016}}</ref> The library has interlibrary loan agreements with [[Korea University]], [[Dongguk University]], [[Sungkyunkwan University]], [[Hanyang University]], [[Hankuk University of Foreign Studies]], and [[Chung-Ang University]].<ref>{{cite web |title=Chronology and Previous Chief Librarians |url=http://library.konkuk.ac.kr/en/#/about/history |date= |accessdate=February 3, 2016}}</ref> ===KU:L House=== [[File:KUL House.jpg|thumbnail|KU:L House]]Opened in 2006, KU:L House is Konkuk University’s on-campus student residence. It can accommodate up to 3,000 students, the highest number among universities in Seoul. There are four residence halls—Dream Hall, Frontier Hall, Lake Hall, and Vision Hall—with fully furnished single and double rooms. The first two residence halls are for female students and the latter two are for male students. Various communal facilities, including lounges, laundry rooms, cafeterias, cafes, and 24-hour convenience stores, are available.<ref>{{cite web |url= http://www.konkuk.ac.kr/eng/jsp/Campus_Life/campus_5_1.jsp |title=KU:L House (Dormitory for Students) |publisher=Konkuk University |accessdate=February 2, 2016}}</ref> ===New Engineering Building=== On July 26, 2016, Konkuk University announced that construction of the New Engineering Building was completed after 21 months. The L-shaped New Engineering Building is located on the south of the College of Engineering. At 25,196㎡, it is the largest building on campus followed by the Sanghuh Memorial Library. The 14-story building, which includes a two-level basement, was designed with a focus on improving Konkuk’s research environment. All twelve floors have research labs, lecture halls, and seminar rooms. The New Engineering Building was also designed to be environmentally responsible and energy-efficient. Only LED lights were used throughout the building and solar panels were installed on the roof top. The total cost of construction amounted to 40 billion won, part of which was financed by donations from professors and alumni of the College of Engineering and College of Information and Communication. So far, 170 people have participated in the fund raising campaign for the New Engineering Building, and Konkuk University will continue to offer naming opportunities for classrooms.<ref>{{cite web |title=Construction of the New Engineering Building Completed |url=http://www.konkuk.ac.kr/do/MessageBoard/ArticleRead.do?forum=11141&sort=6&id=5b20a6f |date= |accessdate=October 12, 2016}}</ref> ===Stone Tablets=== One of the distinctive features of Konkuk University's Seoul campus is the stone tablets on the main streets of the campus. The stones were imported from different countries and bear inscriptions of poetry or quotations from major literary works. On the back of the tablets are translation into Korean and English. ==Student Life== ===Student Clubs=== Konkuk University has more than 70 student student clubs based on social and professional interests. At the beginning of the academic year in March, the Student Club Association holds a fair on campus to recruit new members. [[File:Ilgam Lake in the fall.jpg|left|thumb|262x262px|Konkuk University's Seoul Campus in the Fall]] ===University Events=== ;Foundation Day In commemoration of Dr. Seok-chang Yoo’s founding of Konkuk University on May 15, 1946, a ceremony is held for students, faculty, staff, alumni, parents, and guests each year. Awards are presented to the faculty and staff who have contributed to the university. ;Ilgam Lake Festival Konkuk University's student association organizes a festival in mid-May every year to celebrate the university’s foundation. This three-day long event features performances and exhibitions by college departments and student clubs. Famous K-pop celebrities are also invited to perform in a concert. ;Fall Art Festival In late October, colleges and student clubs stage a three-day long festival to showcase their academic achievements and artistic talent. This event is organized by the Student Club Association.<ref>{{cite web |url= http://www.konkuk.ac.kr/eng/jsp/Campus_Life/campus_9_1.jsp |title=Activities: KU Events |publisher=Konkuk University |accessdate=October 12, 2016}}</ref> ==Recent Developments== ;PRIME Project On May 3, Konkuk University announced that it was selected by the government to participate in the Program for Industrial Needs-Matched Education, also known as the PRIME project. Higher education institutions receive incentives for restructuring and training students to meet the society’s needs under the project. Of the 75 universities that applied, Konkuk University, Ewha Womans University, and Hanyang University’s ERICA campus and 18 other universities were chosen. As a result, Konkuk University is expected to receive up to 450 billion won in government funding over three years until 2018. More than 15% will be allocated for scholarships, and a significant portion will be used to improve educational programs and build infrastructure.<ref>{{cite web |title=KU Chosen for the PRIME Project by the National Government |url=http://www.konkuk.ac.kr/Administration/Abroad/newsletter/june2016/news04.jsp |date= |accessdate=October 12, 2016}}</ref> ;Center for Integrated Science and Technology In 2017, Konkuk University is expected to establish the tentatively named “Center for Integrated Science and Technology” to train and prepare students for industries with significant growth potential. The center will include four departments in biotechnology and another four departments in engineering with 333 students, who will be able to pursue a degree in energy engineering, biomedical engineering, stem cell regeneration, smart cars, cosmetics, among others. The center plans to offer a 5-year BS/MS program, through which all students will receive a scholarship for their graduate education as well as a stipend of 300,000 won per month for book purchases and research. The registration fee for all incoming students will be waived.<ref>{{cite web |title=KU Chosen for the PRIME Project by the National Government |url=http://www.konkuk.ac.kr/Administration/Abroad/newsletter/june2016/news04.jsp |date= |accessdate=October 12, 2016}}</ref><ref>{{cite web |title=KU Center for Integrated Science and Technology Recognized as Korea's Grande École |url=http://www.konkuk.ac.kr/Administration/Abroad/newsletter/september2016/news02.jsp |date= |accessdate=October 12, 2016}}</ref> ;Plus Semester System As an alternative to the prevalent 2-semester, 4-year undergraduate programs, Konkuk University introduced the Plus Semester System which will allow students to take initiative in designing their own curriculum. The innovative system is part of an effort to make university education more student-focused and tailored to meet changing industry demands. Konkuk students will be able to choose from a variety of options, including the 2+One-Semester On-The-Job Training program, 3+1 Employment program, 7+1 Self-Designed Semester program, and 4+1 Bachelor’s and Master’s Degree program. The 2+One-Semester program allows students to gain work experience during the semester and take classes to fulfill course requirements for their majors during the vacation. For the 7+1 program, students will design their plans for external activities prior to the beginning of the semester. The activities are to develop expertise in areas of interest rather than being limited to opening a new business or finding employment. Once the plans are approved, students receive up to 15 credits once they submit completion reports. The Center for Integrated Science and Technology, which will include four departments in biotechnology and another four in engineering, will offer the 4+1 Bachelor’s and Master’s Degree program.<ref>{{cite web |title="Plus Semester" System Introduced at KU |url=http://www.konkuk.ac.kr/Administration/Abroad/newsletter/june2016/news02.jsp |date= |accessdate=October 12, 2016}}</ref> ==Transportation== [[File:Q68859 Konkuk University A01.jpg|thumb|Konkuk University Station]] The Seoul campus is adjacent to the [[Konkuk University Station]], which is serviced by [[Seoul Subway Line 2]] and [[Seoul Subway Line 7|Line 7]]. The circular Line 2 offers easy access to downtown Seoul all within one hour. Line 7 links the northern part of the city to the popular [[Gangnam District]]. *{{rint|seoul|2}} [[Konkuk University Station]] *{{rint|seoul|7}} [[Konkuk University Station]] [[Seoul buses]] #240, #302, #721, #2222, #2223, #2224, #3216, #3220, and #4212 can be taken nearby the campus to different places in the city.<ref>{{cite web |url= http://www.konkuk.ac.kr/eng/jsp/About/about_1_5.jsp |title=Main Campus (Seoul) |publisher=Konkuk University|accessdate=February 2, 2016}}</ref> From [[Incheon International Airport]], Limousine Bus #6013 is available every 30–40 minutes from 6:15&nbsp;a.m. to 10:55 p.m for ₩10,000.<ref>{{cite web|url= http://www.airportlimousine.co.kr/lbr/lbr02_1.php#6013 |title=Limousine Bus Routes |publisher=Airport Limousine co., Ltd. |language=Korean |accessdate=February 3, 2016}}</ref> ==Notable alumni== {{refimprove|section|date=July 2016}} ===Academia=== *[[:ko:심화진|Shim Hwa-jin]], president of [[Sungshin Women's University]] *[[:ko:정성구|Chung Sung-ku]], former president of [[Chongshin University]] ===Arts and Literature=== *[[Kim Hyesoon]], poet *[[Jeon Min-hee]], fantasy writer *[[Shin-ik Hahm]], conductor ===Business=== *Kang Young-joong, Chairman of [[:ko:대교 (기업)|Daekyo Group]] *[[Chris Nam]], president of the Federation of Korean Associations, USA<ref>{{cite news|url=http://www.hani.co.kr/arti/society/society_general/372895.html|title=미주총련 남문기 회장 건국대서 명예박사|periodical=[[The Hankyoreh]]|date=2009-08-24|accessdate=2012-07-27}}</ref> *[[:ko:이중근|Lee Joong-Keun]], Chairman of Booyoung ===Civil Service, Law, and Politics=== *[[:ko:조용호 (법조인)|Cho Yong-ho]], Justice of the [[Constitutional Court of Korea]] *[[:ko:홍일표|Hong Il-pyo]], [[National Assembly (South Korea)|National Assembly]] member *[[:ko:홍문표|Hong Moon-pyo]], [[National Assembly (South Korea)|National Assembly]] member *[[:ko:김한길|Kim Han-gil]], politician *Zhin Woong-seob, Governor of the [[Financial Supervisory Service]] ===Entertainment=== * [[Choi Minho (singer)|Choi Minho]], member of [[SHINee]] * [[Son Dong-woon|Son Dongwoon]], member of [[Beast (South Korean band)|BEAST]] * [[Go Kyung-pyo|Go Kyungpo]], actor * [[Hong Jong-hyun|Hong Jonghyun]], actor, model and MC * [[Im Nayeon]], member of [[Twice (band)|TWICE]] * [[JB (South Korean musician)|JB]], member of [[GOT7]] * [[Joo Hyun]], actor * [[Joo Won]], actor * [[Kim Hyun-a|Kim Hyuna]] * [[Kim Jung-eun|Kim Jungeun]], actress * [[Kim Seok Jin|Jin]], member of [[BTS (band)|Bangtan Boys]] * [[Kim Yu-mi (Miss Korea)|Kim Yumi]], Miss Korea 2012 * [[Lee Jong-suk|Lee Jongsuk]], actor, model and MC * [[Lee Hyeri]], member of [[Girl's Day]] * [[Lee Min-ho (actor born 1987)|Lee Minho]], actor * [[Lee Min-ki|Lee Minki]], actor * [[Lee Won-keun|Lee Wongeun]], actor * [[Park Han-byul|Park Hanbyul]], actress and model * [[Park Subin]], member of [[Dal Shabet|Dalshabet]] * [[Seo Woo]], actress * [[Shin Seong-il|Shin Seongil]], actor * [[Changmin|Shim Changmin]], member of [[TVXQ]] * [[Uhm Tae-woong|Uhm Taewoong]], actor * [[Yoo Ah-in|Yoo Ahin]], actor * [[Yoon Seok-ho|Yoon Seokho]], director * [[Lee Hyun-woo (entertainer)|Lee Hyunwoo]], actor and singer * [[Kim Da-som|Kim Dasom]], member of [[Sistar]] ===Sports=== *[[Choi Na-yeon]], golf player and winner of [[2012 U.S. Women's Open Golf Championship]] *[[Hong Seong-yo]], football player *[[Hwang Sun-hong]], football player *[[Hyun Young-min]], football player *[[Kim Tae-young (footballer born 1982)|Kim Tae-young]], football player *[[Kim Young-chul (footballer)|Kim Young-chul]], football player *[[Ko Jeong-woon]], football player *[[Lee Hyung-taik]], tennis player *[[Lee Jong-beom]], baseball player *[[Lee Sang-yoon (footballer)|Lee Sang-Yoon]], football player *[[Lee Young-pyo]], football player *[[Oh Chang-sik]], football player *[[Sim Woo-yeon]], football player *[[Yoo Sang-chul]], football player *[[Yoon Sang-chul]], football player ==Popular Culture== Konkuk University has been a popular film location for [[Korean drama]]s. ''[[Twenty Again]]'', a 2015 Korean television series starring [[Choi Ji-woo]] and [[Lee Sang-yoon]] was filmed at the main campus in Seoul.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.sportsseoul.com/news/read/283486 |title=Konkuk University, Background of Choi-Ji woo’s Campus Life in "Twenty Again" |language=Korean |accessdate=February 2, 2016}}</ref> Konkuk University Medical Center was also the background for ''[[Family's Honor (TV series)|Family's Honor]]'', ''[[Loving You a Thousand Times]]'', ''[[My Too Perfect Sons]]'', and ''[[Surgeon Bong Dal-hee]]''. ''[[Cheese in the Trap]]'', a popular [[webtoon|”webtoon”]] published on [[Naver]] since 2010 with more than 1 million viewers, was written by Konkuk University alumnus [[:ko:순끼|Soonkki]]. Many illustrations were based on Konkuk University buildings, including the museum and library.<ref>{{cite web |url= http://blog.naver.com/dreamkonkuk/220623281965 |title=Cheese in Konkuk University, Background for Webtoon "Cheese in the Trap" |language=Korean |accessdate=February 15, 2016}}</ref> == Affiliates == * Konkuk University Middle School<ref>{{cite web|url= http://www.konkuk.ms.kr/index/index.do |title=Konkuk University Middle School |language=Korean |accessdate=February 2, 2016}}</ref> * Konkuk University High School<ref>{{cite web|url= http://konkuk.hs.kr/index/index.do |title=Konkuk University High School |language=Korean |accessdate=February 2, 2016}}</ref> * Konkuk University Medical Center (KUMC): Located on the west side of the Seoul campus, the current state-of-the-art facility was opened in August 2005 with 875 beds. In 2011, the [[World Health Organization]] certified KUMC as a [[Health promoting hospitals|Health promoting hospital]] and the Korean government also designated KUMC as a “senior medical center” specializing in cancer and cardiovascular diseases. An international clinic for foreign patients has been operating since 2010.<ref>{{cite web|url= http://www.kuh.ac.kr/english/ |title=Konkuk University Medical Center |accessdate=February 2, 2016}}</ref><ref>{{cite web |url= http://www.konkuk.ac.kr/eng/jsp/About/about_5_7.jsp |title=Konkuk University Medical Center (KUMC) |publisher=Konkuk University|accessdate=February 2, 2016}}</ref> * Konkuk Dairy & Ham<ref>{{cite web|url= http://www.konkukmilk.com/main/default.asp |title=Konkuk Dairy & Ham |accessdate=February 2, 2016}}</ref> * Konkuk Asset Management Corporation<ref>{{cite web|url= http://www.starct.co.kr/ |title=Konkuk Asset Management Corporation |language=Korean |accessdate=February 2, 2016}}</ref> * The Classic 500<ref>{{cite web|url= http://www.theclassic500.com/ |title=The Classic 500 |language=Korean |accessdate=February 2, 2016}}</ref> * Smart KU Golf Pavilion<ref>{{cite web|url= http://www.kugolf.co.kr/ |title=Smart KU Golf Pavilion |language=Korean |accessdate=February 2, 2016}}</ref> == See also == * [[List of universities in Seoul]] == References == {{Reflist|30em}} == External links == * [http://www.konkuk.ac.kr/eng Konkuk University - Official website] * [http://english.kku.ac.kr/ Konkuk University - GLOCAL Campus] {{Colleges and universities in Seoul}} {{Seoul American Football Association}} [[Category:Konkuk University| ]] [[Category:Universities and colleges in North Chungcheong Province]] [[Category:1931 establishments in Korea]] [[Category:Educational institutions established in 1931]]'