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Jung Da-hyun is a reporter at The Korea Times, covering social issues in Korea, including foreign residents, education, environment and politics. Driven by a deep interest in people’s stories, she focuses on investigative and feature reporting through direct interviews and field coverage. She received the Amnesty International Korea Media Award for her “Deepfake Crisis at Schools” series. Reach her at dahyun08@koreatimes.co.kr. Always open to hearing your stories.

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Handong Global University creates integrated campus culture for students

Reflecting its name, Handong Global University has grown into one of Korea’s most vibrant campuses, with an active residential community where students from more than 60 countries study, live and socialize together. From its unique dormitory system to a curriculum deeply rooted in global citizenship, the university is redefining internationalization in higher education. “Our vision is to become a global education platform that takes responsibility for every stage, from admission to postgraduation,” said President Choi Do-soung in an interview with The Korea Times. One of the university’s most distinctive traits is its highly residential campus, with nearly 90 percent of students living in dormitories. Unlike most universities that separate local and international students, Handong integrates them into the same residence colleges to create a setting where learning and living blend together seamlessly. “Handong’s greatest strength in globalization lies not in creating separate programs for international students, but in designing a system where Korean and international student

Nov 12, 2025By Jung Da-hyun
Handong Global University creates integrated campus culture for students
Education

Korean universities absent from QS Asia top 10; Hong Kong schools rise on state backing

Despite the growing global interest in Korean education, no Korean universities made it into Asia’s top 10 in the latest QS rankings — a stark reminder that establishing a presence in the international academic arena remains one of the country’s greatest challenges. Analysts say Korean universities must increase the number of quality faculty members and provide programs tailored for international students, while the government needs to cut financial regulations that prevent schools from strengthening their global competitiveness. According to the QS World University Rankings: Asia 2026 released on Nov. 4, the top 10 spots were dominated by institutions from Hong Kong, China and Singapore, with five from Hong Kong, three from mainland China and two from Singapore. The University of Hong Kong claimed the top spot. Meanwhile, Korean universities saw their overall standings fall, with none placing in the top 10 for the first time in four years. Yonsei University, which ranked ninth last year as the only Korean institution in the top 10, dropped to 11th place this year. Korea University

Nov 11, 2025By Jung Da-hyun
Korean universities absent from QS Asia top 10; Hong Kong schools rise on state backing
Law & Crime

Calls for tougher DUI penalties grow after foreigners killed in back-to-back crashes

A string of fatal drunk driving crashes in Seoul that claimed the lives of foreign nationals has sparked public outrage and renewed calls from citizens and experts for tougher penalties and stricter law enforcement. On Sunday, a Japanese mother and daughter visiting from Osaka were hit by an alleged drunk driver while using a crosswalk near Dongdaemun Station in central Seoul. The 50-year-old mother died, and her daughter, in her 30s, was severely injured. The driver, whose blood alcohol level far exceeded the threshold for license cancellation, was taken into custody on Wednesday. The crash occurred just a week after a separate drunk driving incident in Seoul’s Gangnam District on Oct. 25, when a 30-year-old Canadian man of Korean descent was struck while crossing a street. The case only became public recently. The driver was arrested at the scene with a blood alcohol level over the legal limit for license revocation. The victim went into cardiac arrest and was taken to hospital, where he later died. Although Korea’s drunk driving laws are not considered lenient, critics argue that t

Nov 8, 2025By Jung Da-hyun
Calls for tougher DUI penalties grow after foreigners killed in back-to-back crashes
Education

QS summit closes with clear message: Inclusion, collaboration are no longer optional

Amid rapid changes driven by diversity, advancements of artificial intelligence (AI) and the post-pandemic shift, experts at the QS Higher Ed Summit: Asia Pacific 2025 emphasized that universities must embrace strategic transformation to stay ahead in today’s evolving educational landscape. The importance of fostering an inclusive environment that extends beyond attracting diverse students was highlighted during the session titled "Inclusive Institutions; Exceptional Outcomes" on Thursday. "Seeing inclusivity extended beyond the classroom is crucial," said Vittoria Vitucci, an international student from U.S. at Korea University. "It made me feel that this institution isn’t just talking the talk, but actually walking the walk." From the perspective of international students like Vitucci, an inclusive institution is one that not only offers the chance to interact with people from diverse backgrounds but also actively supports programs and initiatives that foster community-building. Kim Kyu-seok, director of IES Abroad Seoul, stressed that diversity is meaningful only when students from

Nov 6, 2025By Jung Da-hyun
QS summit closes with clear message: Inclusion, collaboration are no longer optional
Education

From K-pop to career: Can universities turn cultural fandom into lasting education?

K-pop has become a global cultural juggernaut, propelling Korea to the forefront of the world's entertainment stage and turning the country into a top destination for international students. But as the Korean wave surges, the question remains: Can K-pop's initial appeal translate into lasting educational impact, or will it be just another passing trend for universities? "While Koreans initially reacted with skepticism to global hits like 'Squid Game' or 'KPop Demon Hunters,' unlike the enthusiasm of international fans, these pop culture moments ultimately exploded in popularity," said Michael Hurt, adjunct professor at Korea National University of Arts and photographer, during a session of the QS Higher Ed Summit: Asia Pacific 2025. "They are now seen as smart gateways that can lead to deeper engagement with Korea’s culture and society." Before the recent surge in global popularity driven by BTS and "KPop Demon Hunters," Hurt pinpointed Psy's "Gangnam Style" in 2012 as the beginning of Korean culture’s global explosion. He highlighted the pivotal role platforms like YouTube and Netfl

Nov 5, 2025By Jung Da-hyun
From K-pop to career: Can universities turn cultural fandom into lasting education?
Education

'Powerhouse of change': Asia-Pacific at heart of global higher education shift

As society undergoes rapid change, with artificial intelligence (AI) reshaping industries alongside challenges from climate change and growing inequality, universities are emerging as key players in steering innovation for the public good, according to educators and experts in higher education, Tuesday. The growing responsibility of higher education in a time of transformation was underscored during the QS Higher Ed Summit: Asia Pacific 2025. "The context in which universities and workplaces operate is transforming faster than ever," Ben Sowter, senior vice president of Quacquarelli Symonds (QS), said in the opening remarks. "Global higher education still faces significant challenges, but it is through a commitment to excellence, inclusivity and purpose-driven partnerships that we can turn those challenges into opportunities, ensuring universities continue to drive positive global impact," he said. Organized by QS and co-hosted with Korea University, the three-day summit started Tuesday, organized around the theme of “Advancing Generational Potential: Skills and Partnerships in the Asi

Nov 4, 2025By Jung Da-hyun
'Powerhouse of change': Asia-Pacific at heart of global higher education shift
Education

Seoul at center of global higher education as technology and culture converge

As the QS Higher Ed Summit: Asia Pacific 2025 opens in Seoul, the city stands as a symbol of higher education’s new frontier — a place where technology, creativity and culture converge to define the future of learning. "Seoul embodies the ambition and confidence that define modern higher education — one of the world’s most dynamic innovation hubs where tradition and transformation coexist," Jessica Turner, chief executive of QS, said in a recent written interview with The Korea Times. "Korea’s global cultural reach, powered by K-pop and the wider hallyu wave, has redefined how young people around the world imagine opportunity — and that same confidence now runs through its universities." The theme of this year's summit, "Advancing Generational Potential: Skills and Partnerships in the Asia Pacific," underscores the defining mission of modern higher education. "Collaboration is no longer optional — it is the currency of resilience," Turner said. "To stay relevant, universities must bridge generations, strengthen skills and work together across borders." Turner pointed to Asia

Nov 4, 2025By Jung Da-hyun
Seoul at center of global higher education as technology and culture converge
Education

Shaping future of higher education in AI era: key agenda of 2025 QS summit

Korea University’s co-hosting of the QS Higher Ed Summit: Asia Pacific 2025 underscores Seoul’s growing status as a premier destination for international students and a rising force in global higher education. Under the theme of “Advancing Generational Potential: Skills and Partnerships in the Asia Pacific,” the three-day summit will kick off Monday, bringing together more than 2,000 educators, policymakers and industry leaders from across the Asia-Pacific region. Organized by QS, a leading global higher education analytics firm known for its university rankings and data-driven insights, the summit will offer universities a platform to exchange strategies that enhance international visibility and global reputation. The event also coincides with Seoul’s recognition as the world’s Best Student City in the latest QS rankings — a milestone that makes this year’s summit particularly symbolic of Korea’s expanding influence in global education. Former U.N. Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon, QS CEO Jessica Turner and Korea University President Kim Dong-one will deliver opening rema

Nov 4, 2025By Jung Da-hyun
Shaping future of higher education in AI era: key agenda of 2025 QS summit
Society

Korea University poised to leap forward as leading global research institution

Amid rapid social transformation driven by technologies like artificial intelligence (AI), Korea University emphasized that their hosting of the upcoming QS Higher Ed Summit will underscore Seoul’s emergence as a new hub of global higher education. “This summit will showcase that Korea’s educational and cultural competitiveness has reached a truly global level,” said Korea University President Kim Dong-one in a written interview with The Korea Times. “It will also serve as a stage to declare Korea University’s leadership in shaping a new paradigm of higher education from the heart of Asia.” Seoul was ranked No. 1 in the world in the QS Best Student Cities 2026 ranking, cementing its status as a leading destination for students around the globe. For Korea University, hosting the summit is an opportunity to showcase its newly developed educational environment and international infrastructure created to mark its 120th anniversary. Under the theme of “Advancing Generational Potential: Skills and Partnerships in the Asia Pacific,” the summit brings together global education

Nov 4, 2025By Jung Da-hyun
Korea University poised to leap forward as leading global research institution
Society

Korea University rises in global rankings, sets sights on world’s top 30

Marking its 120th anniversary this year, Korea University is charting an ambitious goal to become one of the world’s top 30 universities. While steadily climbing the global university rankings, the university is intensifying its commitment to addressing humanity’s most pressing challenges and expanding international partnerships to move closer to the upper echelon of universities globally. The university’s global reputation continues to rise, reflecting its growing academic competitiveness. In the 2026 Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings, Korea University climbed to 156th place, a notable leap from 189th the previous year. The university also maintained its position among the world’s top 100 in the 2026 QS World University Rankings, securing the 61st spot and reinforcing its status as a globally competitive research university. Under its new slogan, “We are the next,” the university is reinforcing its global leadership by investing heavily in research and education aimed at addressing humanity’s most urgent challenges, including climate change, food securi

Nov 4, 2025By Jung Da-hyun
Korea University rises in global rankings, sets sights on world’s top 30
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