Dongguk University's office of International Students is recruiting participants for a cultural experience program with Korean and foreign students in the first semester of 2024. This time, the cultural experience activity is to go to Lotte World, and it will be held from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Friday,
On April 17, 2024 (B.E. 2568), to commemorate Buddha's birthday, Dongguk University hosted its annual lantern lighting ceremony. The sequence of events unfolded as follows: Opening Performance - Recitations of The Three Refuges and The Heart Sutra - Congratulatory Speech (School President) - Buddhis
Dongguk International Summer School 2024 will be held as follows to foster global leaders with a sense of global citizenship and knowledge required in the multicultural era. The entire period is from June 24th to July 19th, and will be divided into two sessions as follows. - Session 1: June 24 - Jul
On April 15th, Monday, a ceremony was held at Jeonggakwon to inaugurate a Buddhist gathering of the college of the Police Administration. The name “Campolstay” stands for “Campus Police” and “Temple Stay.” Students belonging to the gathering, as well as various school figures, including President Yu
“Feliz Navidad! (Merry Christmas)” Warm greetings filled the winter air, and the moment echoed with the beloved carol of the same name, marking the beginning of Spain shining brighter than ever. Winter in Spain is a time of magical festivities. Streets adorned with dazzling lights and the vividly an
Voting for Dongguk University’s 2024 by-election took place for three days from March 25th to 27th, and counting was held at the medium auditorium on the 27th. The by-election was held only in some units that failed to count in regular elections in November last year. In this by-election, a total of
The 64th anniversary of the 4.19 Revolution and the 52nd Dongguk Mountaineering Competition were held on April 12th. Our university continues the tradition of holding a memorial ceremony and hiking competitions at the April 19th National Cemetery every Friday before April 19th. This event is held an
The medical strike in Korea, where doctors who oppose the increase in a number of doctors being admitted into medical schools are resigning, has become an ongoing major social issue. Doctors say they cannot agree to the medical reform that has not been fully discussed, and they emphasize that refusi
Welcome to the first episode of the Dongguk Post's Trip Edition, Cherry Blossoms in Korea. As spring arrives, these beautiful pink flowers paint the country in a stunning display of nature's artistry. In this article, we will delve into a Korean tale behind cherry blossoms, and explore the best plac
This article delves into the varied viewpoints on marriage in Germany, from traditional values to modern challenges. Exploring the changing dynamics and societal attitudes, we navigate through the complexities surrounding this enduring institution. Join us as Leslie Wiedmann explains the evolving la
The spring season is painted differently in every country, and through this article, Viktoria Neumayer will take you all the way to Austria. From the enchanting apricot blossoms of the Wachau to the cheerful daisies brightening city streets, discover the beauty and charm of spring in Austria like ne
"Haram" is a centeral club in Dongguk University that teaches Korean language and culture to foreigners, including exchange students. Haram informs and spreads the beauty of Korean culture to foreign students, helping them understand and adapt it naturally. "Haram" is a bridge between foreigners and
The elephant statue, located in the Paljenogdo of Dongguk University, has a special meaning to it. Every year since 2022, the Bongchuk—celebration to the birth of Buddha— sign appears on the lantern above the elephant statue. In 2022, with the outbreak of the Russia-Ukraine War, the slogan “PEACE” w
In an era where diversity and inclusion are at the forefront of societal discourse, Lee Chae-rin argues on accessibility issues at Dongguk University's campus.The importance of accessibility Students with disabilities face relatively many challenges in their daily lives. In the case of our school, t
In an era where traditional forms of media such as television and newspaper are falling behind, due to the rise of social media, defining the purpose of our organization has become more important than ever. Through the winter break, reporters at the Dongguk Post collectively and continuously searche
“How old are you?” If you, as a foreigner, were to ask a Korean the question above, they would hesitate before answering. Then would respond, “In Korean age? Or in international age?” SO, do Koreans have multiple ages? Yes. Until recently, Koreans had three ways of counting age. In the era when “Kor
Coming to South Korea alone was one of the biggest challenges of my 20-year-old life. As a freshly turned adult, a part of me only cares about having fun and enjoying this experience to the maximum while another part of me is constantly anxious about all the paperwork and responsibilities. Now I hav
You probably have seen cheerleading squads in your favorite TV shows or teen dramas, or perhaps even performing in real life at your high school or university. Have you ever wondered what it is like to be one of those people who are always so enthusiastic and cheering everyone on? At Dongguk Univers
In March, South Korea was abuzz with the movie Exhuma. On March 24, the movie made its mark on the Korean movie box office, surpassing 10 million viewers in 32 days. Usually, movies in Korea are categorized as big box office hits when they reach 10 million viewers after their release. So far, there