From May 8 to 9, POSTECH’s annual Sunrise Festival took place under the slogan “RUSH,” which symbolizes the energy and emotions flooding in.The festivities started at 1 P.M. on the first day, with various activity booths taking place. Student club booths, such as Guerbois’s face-painting booth, were especially popular. Booths prepared by the Advisory Committee of the Sunrise Festival also added to the excitement of the festival, with students crowding around to try interactive booths such as “Portrider RUSH+” and “POstacking.”Unfortunately, the starting time was delayed by an hour on the secon

During this summer vacation, long-term renovation will take place at Jigok Community Center to address persistent water leaks occurring beneath the kitchen on the second floor. Waterproofing work will be carried out in that area, along with replacing the central air conditioning system. The renovation is scheduled from June 9 to Aug. 17.During this renovation period, Haedong-Aurum Hall and the Wisdom will be closed. Instead, full-course meals including the “1,000-Won Breakfast” will be provided at the Multi-Purpose Hall on the 5th floor of the POSCO International Center. In addition, the Grand

The university recently announced plans to expand English-medium instruction (EMI) across both major and general education courses. According to EAR, the university is conducting English lectures to nurture global leaders and strengthen the international competitiveness of our university. Since last October, the Committee for Internationalization of Education has been working on EMI policies, promotional strategies, and course scheduling, especially for students to be admitted in September. These EMI discussions seem to be checking the operation of the undergraduate curriculum before selecting

The campus E-bike, Poring, initiated a pilot operation on March 10. Previously unknown details, such as its costs and safety policies, have been unveiled as well. The pilot operation continues for six months, from March 10 to Aug. 31. The Postech Times reported on the new system of Poring, following its first article on the 184th issue during Poring’s Beta testing phase.The name of the E-bike, which was selected from the naming contest, combines “POSTECH” and “ddiring ddiring,” a Korean onomatopoeia for a bicycle bell. Poring was launched in order to address issues on the lack of parking space

Starting college life can be challenging. Adjusting to a new environment and facing new choices can be a frustrating process. This is especially true since most freshmen enter POSTECH as undergraduate students of the Department of Mueunjae School of Undergraduate Studies (MSUS), where students are free to explore and experience what major they want to pursue rather than being tied to a particular major from the start. The choices of the paths spread before them can be freeing, but overwhelming at the same time.Future Planning for College Life is a course that eases the process and helps freshm

On March 7, the National Research Council of Science and Technology (NST) and the Korea Institute of Human Resources Development in Science and Technology (KIRD) hosted a government-funded research institute joint recruitment and career concert, targeting undergraduate and graduate students. This event aimed to enhance students’ career readiness by providing insights into employment opportunities, recruitment processes, and work-life in the research sector.The recruitment briefing session took place on the first floor of the Student Union Building from 10 A.M. to 5 P.M, and a total of 25 natio

POSTECH’s Freshmen Orientation (OT) is five days long and takes place inside the campus. During this period, freshmen go through various activities by which they get to know their colleagues and paths around the campus. They also meet with their Student Advisors (SA) and professors, key supporters for their journey ahead. This year’s OT was held from Feb. 9 to 13, well prepared by the Advisory Committee of the Freshmen Orientation.The first day of OT was mostly about getting to know your classmates and safety education. Freshmen moved into their rooms in the Residential College (RC) and met th

In Nov. 2024, the campus e-bike was newly launched by the Future City Open Innovation Center (FOIC). Many POSTECH students first knew about this project through the naming contest. There were some other candidates such as Poing, P E CLE, and Poecle, but Poring was chosen as the name of the POSTECH sharing e-bike. FOIC launched Poring in anticipation of solving the lack of parking space on campus and safety issues with e-scooters. They aim to provide safe and convenient transportation for members while reducing short-distance travel costs.In December, a beta testing period was conducted. Partic

Consumer Electronics Show (CES) is an annual trade show held at the Las Vegas Convention Center. Over 4,500 exhibitors from various industries, including manufacturing, automotive, telecom, healthcare, and consumer electronics, unveil their latest product releases. Major themes included AI hardware, AR/VR advancements, smart cities, sustainability, and robotics.Out of the 140,000 technology enthusiasts attending this year’s event, 182 Postechians had the privilege of attending this epic convergence. From Jan. 7 to 10, Postechians gathered in Las Vegas, Nevada, to participate in CES 2025.AI was

Dear Graduates,Today celebrates the achievements attained through your rigorous academic study and unwavering determination. I’d like to first acknowledge your many years of sweat and tears. I also offer my deepest gratitude to the parents and families for their support and encouragement. My thanks to the faculty members who have guided and led you, staff members who have helped, and guests who are here to celebrate this occasion with us.Putting your victories behind, you now embark on your next journey. Whether you’re going to graduate school, becoming a postdoctoral researcher, serving in th

Dear POSTECH family, Happy New Year to all of you.2024 was a year of significant changes and reforms. Under the banner of POSTECH 2.0, we introduced a number of meaningful new initiatives, improved and replaced existing practices, and expanded our influence at home and abroad. Through these efforts, we significantly heightened the prestige and reputation of our university. All of this was possible by the hard work of our faculty and staff, and above all, our students, who are our pride and the shining jewels of our university. I look forward to continuing these changes and reforms this year, b

Although the end of the year approaches and the weather gets colder, our hearts are warmed by gatherings. At the end of the fall semester, the Year-end Night for the international members of our campus took place. It was a networking event held on Dec. 6, in the Grand Ballroom of the POSCO International Center, organized by International Relations. Up to 100 foreign members and their families were allowed to join the event on a first-registered, first-served basis.On the same day, before the event, three one-day classes were held for international members: a K-cooking class, a K-craft class, a

The campus town hall meeting dedicated to undergraduate interests was hosted on the evening of Wednesday, Nov. 13. The most notable feature of the floor was that undergraduates freely engaged in conversations with POSTECH officials while enjoying a delicious meal.Undergraduates shared their thoughts about POSTECH directly with President Seong Keun Kim. In addition, several questions were addressed by other attending representatives, including the Vice President of Planning, Vice President of Academic Affairs, Vice President of Admissions and Student Affairs, Vice President of Business Affairs,

Maestro Gum Nanse is one of Korea’s most prominent conductors, known for his innovative approach to classical music. Over the years, he has conducted numerous orchestras, founded the New World Philharmonic Orchestra, and pioneered a new form of music education. Now, as the Honors Professor of POSTECH’s Division of Humanities and Social Sciences (HSS) and a part of “Gum Nanse Music Concert” program, Prof. Gum plans to foster a harmony of music, science, and creativity for Postechians here at POSTECH.The catalyst behind Prof. Gum’s appointment to POSTECHProf. Gum’s appointment derived from a spe

POSTECH ranked second in Times Higher Education (THE) World’s Best Small Universities 2024, continuing its previous year’s placement and setting a national record as the first Korean university to hold this rank for two consecutive years. THE, a British publication renowned for its comprehensive coverage of higher education, produces globally recognized rankings based on millions of data points from over 7,000 institutions worldwide. With over 50 years of partnerships with universities, THE rankings are regarded as reliable measures of institutional performance on the global stage.On Aug. 7, 2

The First POSTECH AutumnFest (PAF) was successfully held on Oct. 2. During the prior evening, a German Film Screening Night held at ChangeUp Ground showing “Goodbye, Lenin!” and “The Lives of Others.” Meanwhile, the Culture Muncher was held during lunchtime as a pre-event and aroused anticipation for the German-themed festival. German food, made by PBUD and international exchange students, was served for free. Postechians could enjoy German foods including Kartoffelpuffer with Gluwein, Knodel in Pilzsobe and SauerKraut, and Bienenstich.Most programs, including pre-events, operated based on pre

The 21st KAIST-POSTECH Science War (KPSW) was successfully held at POSTECH from Sept. 20 to 21. The festival blasted with enthusiasm and talent. Even the pouring rains could not stop the two universities from enjoying the exchange of fierce competition, camaraderie, and a shared passion for science and technology. KPSW Advisory Committee and many student clubs prepared a variety of booths and events to run throughout two days, adding to the festival vibe. Booths included a photo booth, face painting booth, 3D tic-tac-toe, PO-casino, and more. Each booth had small treats for the participants, a

On the evening of Sept. 19, the POSTECH campus came alive as students gathered for the highly anticipated Eve Festival, a key event leading up to the 2024 KAIST-POSTECH Science War (KPSW) held on Sept. 20-21. Organized by the KPSW Advisory Committee, this year’s festival served not only as a celebration but as a rallying call for the entire community. The festival symbolized the beginning of two days of intense competition, drawing together athletes, students, and supporters in a spirited show of unity. Since the 2023 PKSW took place at KAIST, the 2024 KPSW was hosted at POSTECH, continuing th

POSTECH is a renowned university both nationally and globally. This summer, POSTECH took another significant step towards international engagement with the launch of its new program, Global POSTECH Summer (GPS). The program, organized by the Department of Convergence IT Engineering (CiTE), the Department of Engineering Education at the University of Florida (UF), and the POSTECH Language Center (POSLEC) offered the experience of CiTE’s unique convergence learning, as well as Korean culture experience, over a five-week period. Activities took place both on and off the POSTECH campus. Twelve stu

Returning to school for the new semester, Postechians might notice that many parts of the campus have undergone significant changes and developments. It reflects the considerable efforts of various administrative departments. One key initiative is the POSTECH Smart Campus Enhancement Project, which has been planned since the first semester of this year and saw substantial progress over the vacation. The POSTECH Smart Campus Enhancement Project aims to improve the efficiency and convenience of campus access, replacing outdated equipment with the latest IT trends. The project has been implemente