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Graduate School of International Studies, Seoul National University NEWSLETTER Vol. 8 No. 2 Fall, 2017

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Global Perspective

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· 1st SNU Professional Graduate Schools Joint Policy Symposium

· Professor Jong-Ho Jeong Received SNU Excellence in Teaching Award

· Professor Jong-Ho Jeong’s Special Lecture

· CNAS-GSIS Dialogue Next Generation National Security Leaders

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· 5th FTA Commerce & Strategy Seminar Series

· FTA Symposium

· 3rd African Union Conference

· 2nd Research Paper Competition on the Technical Barriers to Trade Awardee

· 4th National Research Paper Competition of FTA Business Program

· 17th Undergraduate-Graduate Trade Thesis Competition Awardee

· 39th SNU GSIS Commencement

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· Field Trip to Kyungju

· Campus Asia Presentation Day

· Field Trip to Jeju Island

· Campus Asia Winter Program BESETO DDMP

· Winter Program Field Trip to Jeonju and Pyeongchang

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· [International Development Policy Seminar] Lay Public Participation in Health Policy Formulation – Professor Juhwan Oh

· DCPP 9th Commencement

· DCPP Evaluation Conference

Executive Programs

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· CHAMP 4th Commencement

· GLP 36th Commencement

Distinguished Lectures

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[Asia and the World] · Workshop in Internatoinal Commerce: Advanced Topics in International Economics –

K.C. Fun· China’s Rise as a Global Security – Professor Taiming Cheung

[Public Lecture] · Economics Reform and Growth in Korea: Where to Find the Sequence – Professor

Yukiko Fukugawa · Origins of the Liberal International Order in Northeast Asia and the New Cold War -

Professor Chai bong Hahm

[Issues and Perspectives] · European Identity and Politics on the Verge of the Refugee Crisis - Mr. Alexander

Göerlach· North Korea’s Enhancement in Missile Capabilities and Changing Security Environment

in Northeast Asia - Professor Dukmin Yun· US-ROK Alliance Prospects after the November Trump-Moon Summit – Minister-

Counselor Edwin Sagurton Jr

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· Alexander Falck-Bilden

· Zhanling Luo

· Reimi Yamamitsu

· Seunghyung Lee

Student Council p 27

Books p 30

Professor Activities p 31

Scholarship Recipients of Fall 2017

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GSIS Foundation p 34

Graduate School of International Studies, Seoul National UniversityNEWSLETTER Vol. 8 No. 2 Fall, 2017

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Global Perspective

Global Perspective1st Professional Graduate Schools Joint Policy Symposium

Five professional graduate schools came together for the 1st Professional Graduate Schools of SNU: The Graduate School of International Studies, the Graduate School of Environmental Studies, the Graduate School of Public Administration, the Graduate School of Public Health, and

the Graduate School of Convergence Science and Technology came together for the 1st Professional Graduate Schools Joint Policy Symposium on Tuesday, November 28th, 2017 at Socheon Hall, conducted by SNU GSIS.

The symposium was started off by Mr. Nakin Sung, President of SNU, with a congratulatory message. Next, Professor Cheolhee Park, Dean of SNU GSIS, explained the objectives of the symposium. Following that, each graduate school representative presented on advanced topics related to their school’s fields of study. These presentations were followed by substantive discussion, in which students and faculty both participated. Attendees at the symposium appreciated the event and left with a new appreciation for all the various fields of study.

Professor Jong-Ho Jeong received the Fall 2017 SNU Excellence in Teaching Award. The SNU Excellence in Teaching Award is awarded to ten professors, who are selected by students, colleagues, and members of the university, for their excellence in teaching, student guidance, and other educational activities. Professor Jeong was recognized for his contribution to SNU’s International Education by initiating, designing and operating the “SNU in the World” Programs. Upon receiving the award, he donated KRW 10,000,000 (half of the award amount) to GSIS to support education and research programs.

Professor Jong-Ho Jeong Received SNU Excellence in Teaching Award


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Global Perspective

Professor Jong-Ho Jeong, the recipient of the SNU Excellence in Teaching Award, held a special lecture on December 5th, 2017, at the Center for Teaching and Learning. Professor Jeong lectured on “Seoul National University’s Vision and Strategy for Global Education.” The lecture was composed of not only students and professors from SNU GSIS, but from other departments as well. Together they deliberated on the future global education of Seoul National University.

Professor Jong-Ho Jeong’s Special Lecture

On November 13th, 2017, SNU GSIS welcomed twenty-two Next Generation National Security Leaders, sponsored by the Korea Foundation, from Washington, DC, United States, visiting on behalf of the Center for a New American Century (CNAS). Headed by Dr. Patrick M. Cronin, Senior Advisor and Director at CNAS, the visiting members were composed of incumbent researchers, government officials, journalists, and experts based in Washington DC, specializing on East Asian regional affairs. SNU GSIS Dean Cheolhee Park, SNU GSIS Professor Seongho Sheen, and Professor Jaeho Chung, from the Department of Political Science and International Relations, gave 10-15 minutes talking points on contemporary Korea-Japan, Korea-US, and Korea-China issues followed up by an open Q&A session and discussion from the floor.

CNAS-GSIS Dialogue Next Generation National Security Leaders


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GSIS Events

GSIS Events5th FTA Commerce & Strategy Seminar Series

3rd FTA Symposium

On November 14th, 2017, the 5th FTA Commerce & Strategy Seminar Series was held at SNU GSIS. Dr. Kyungim Ryu from Korea Testing Certification (KTC) gave a lecture on “Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT).” Dr. Ryu referred to her experiences during the Korea-US FTA negotiations when she worked at the Korean Agency for Technology and Standards. She also responded to questions put forth by students and addressed concerns relating to the newly emerging TBT standards in the service sector and issues related to the renegotiation of the KOR-US FTA.

On December 18th, 2017, FTA Commerce and Strategy Program hosted the 2017 GSIS FTA Commerce & Strategy Academic Conference for Young Scholars and invited five experts to give academic presentations under the topic, “Korea’s Trade Policy at the Age of Uncertainty.” Session I invited Professor Hyoyoung Lee, from the Korea National Diplomatic Academy, and Dr. Minjung Kim from Seoul National University Asia Center. Session II continued with Mr. Dongchul Kwak, from the Institute for International Trade of Korea International Trade Association, and Mr. Jeongjoon Park with Ms. Kyounghwa Kim from the Center for International Commerce & Strategy of SNU GSIS.


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GSIS Events

3rd African Union Conference

The Korea-Africa Center, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and SNU GSIS have co-hosted the 3rd Model African Union Conference at SNU GSIS on November 3rd and 4th, 2017. This event was organized by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, sponsored by the Africa Union, African Embassies in Seoul and Howard University. The conference was hosted with the aim of creating future Africa experts. This year’s agenda was “Sustainable and Innovative Human Resource Procurement for AU Agenda 2063.”

Ilsu Kim, the President of the Korea-Africa Center emphasized the importance of human resource considering the economic relationship between Africa and South Korea in his opening remarks. Director Yongmin Park of Africa/Middle East Division in Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Professor Cheolhee Park, Dean of SNU GSIS, delivered welcoming remarks, followed by congratulatory speeches by H.E. Mohamed Gello, Ambassador of Kenya and H.E. Chafik Rachadi, Ambassador of Morocco.

Nineteen master students from African countries, Algeria, Botswana, Ethiopia, Ghana, Guinea, Kenya, Libya, Morocco, Nigeria, South Africa, South Sudan, Zimbabwe in the Development Cooperation Policy Program(DCPP) of SNU GSIS participated as observers and shared their opinions with other participants about the agenda. The Foreign Minister’s Award was granted to the representative of Ethiopia and the awardees were given an opportunity to visit the headquarters of the African Union in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.

2nd Research Paper Competition on the Technical Barriers to Trade Awardee

On November 10th, 2017, the Korean Agency for Technology and Standards held the 2nd Research Paper Competition on the Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) at the Lotte Hotel. Nayung Kim, a student from SNU GSIS, won the 1st price. Using the TBTI Model, she evaluated the vulnerability of Korea’s industries to technical trade barriers.


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GSIS Events

4th National Research Paper Competition of FTA Business Program

39th SNU GSIS Commencement

On November 24th, 2017, the 4th National Research Paper Competition of FTA Business Program was held at Inha University. Around hundred professors, specialists and students from seven program-running universities (Chosun University, Chungnam National University, Inha University, Kyungpook National University, Pukyong National University, Seoul National University and Sungkyunkwan University) attended the event. Selected graduate students competed with their research papers and presentations. Eventually, Mingyu Kang, from SNU GSIS, won the award.

The 39th Commencement of the SNU GSIS was held on February 26th, 2018 at Socheon Hall. The graduates included fifty-seven Masters in International Studies and two Doctors of Philosophy in International Studies. Professor Cheolhee Park, Dean of SNU GSIS, extended his congratulations to the graduates on successfully completing their degrees. Professor Emeritus Taeho Bark gave a congratulatory speech, urging graduates to stay informed and active in their respective fields. The valedictorian speech was given by Woosik Yoo, who graduated as the valedictorian of International Commerce.

17th Undergraduate-Graduate Trade Thesis Competition AwardeeThe Korea International Trade Association and Korea

Economic Daily co-sponsored the 17th Undergraduate/Graduate Trade Thesis Competition Award on November 30th, 2017, at Samsung-dong Trade Tower. Nayung Kim, of SNU GSIS, won the first prize. Kim’s thesis focused on threats to various export fields and identified food and drug exports as the sectors with the highest risk.

The theme of the awards ceremony was “Reform of Korea’s Trade and Change of Global Trade Environment Counter Strategy.” Youngju Kim, Chairman of the Korea International Trade Association, awarded the grand prize to IvyCOM, which was Nayung Kim’s team. Chairman Kim urged students to always “be concerned with the world

economy and Korea’s trade so that Korea’s trade policy can actively respond to changes in the world trade environment.”


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Campus Asia

Campus AsiaField Trip to Kyungju

Campus Asia Presentation Day

On November 24th, 2017, Campus Asia students went on a two-day trip to Kyungju, popularly known as the “Golden City” and the capital of the ancient Shilla Dynasty. The students visited numerous tour sites, including Kyochon, Daereungwon, Korean Folk Craft Village, Anapji, Bulguksa, and Seokguram. The most memorable event of the trip was making Korean traditional fans and potteries. Students were able to see the different characteristics of each student by creating various Korean art forms and potteries. Next, the students learned about the history and the artifacts in Kyungju, as well as the life in cities outside of metropolia, such as Seoul and Busan. The trip deepened the students’ understanding of Korean culture as they observed and engaged in various activities.

On December 13th, 2017 the Campus Asia students gave final presentations. The first presentation was about “Aging Society and Environmental Problems Caused by Rapid Economic Development in Three East Asian Countries.”

The second presentation was about how the perspective of ‘death’ in Korea, China, and Japan and how it differed

from each other. There were main differences in religious culture and understanding. In particular, they explained the difference between the way of burials and the ways of mourning.

The third presentation’s theme was “Comparative Study on the Idol: Culture between China, Japan, and Korea.” The students explained each idol industry in Korea, China, and Japan and their characteristics.

The final presentation was about the “Pension System and its Problems in Rapid Aging Societies: China, Japan, and Korea.” The students explained the current state of national pensions and the private pensions. Furthermore, they explained that the three East Asian countries have major problems such as the aging society, the debt of the pension system, and the future state of pensions.


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Field Trip to Jeju Island

Campus Asia Winter Program BESETO DDMP

From December 20th to 22nd, 2017, Campus Asia students went on their final three-day trip to Jeju Island. The students visited Seongsan Ilchulbong (Sunrise Peak), Soesokkak Beach, Jeju Folk Village, Water Circus, K-Pop Museum, and the Ma Park. As one of Korea’s most representative tour sites, Jeju Island is filled with natural sites such as Seopji Koji or Mt. Halla, as well as man-made entertainments such as Love Museum, Eco Land, and Jungmun Tour Area. The students were most attracted by the Jeju Folk Village which distinguished itself from other folk villages around Korea. Moreover, the island is filled with nature that is incomparable to ones in Seoul and indigenous food such as Jeju style noodle, Heukdoeji (Jeju Pork), and various seafood. Through the Jeju Island trip, students acquired deeper knowledge about Korea.

From January 29th, 2018 the winter program of Campus Asia in SNU GSIS started under the title of “Peace and Pyeongchang”: Enhancing Peace and Cooperation in East Asia. Eleven students participated in this program from Peking University, University of Tokyo and Seoul National University. This program lasted until February 11th, and during these two weeks, nine lectures were given by various professors from Peking University, University of Tokyo and Seoul National University.

The titles of lectures were: “Changing World order and the Korean Peninsula” by Professor Cheolhee Park (SNU GSIS), “East Asia in the World Trading System: Trade Disputes and Agreements” by Professor Dukgeun Ahn (SNU GSIS), “East Asia’s Economic Miracle: Japan, South Korea and Taiwan” and “Socio-Demographic Challenges in East Asia: Declining Fertility Rates, Aging and Migration” by Professor Jiyeoun Song (SNU GSIS), “US Maximum Pressure Strategy and its Implications for North-East Asian Security” and “DPRK Nuclear Issue: Is There a Way Out?” by Professor Hua Han (Peking University), “The Changing Regional Order in East Asia” by Professor Kohara Masahiro (University of Tokyo), “Peace and Sports” by Professor Joonho Kang (SNU), and “The Role of Next Generation in Enhancing Peace of 21st East Asia” by Professor Seongho Sheen (SNU GSIS).


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Winter Program Field Trip to Jeonju and PyeongchangCampus Asia, Winter Program participants had a great

time visiting Jeonju for two days on February 1st and 2nd, 2018 where Korean tradition is still alive. In Jeonju, students had time to learn about Korea’s history, centered on Han-ok Village. On the first day, students went to Han-ok Village to experience making Korean traditional crafts and natural soaps while wearing traditional clothes. On the second day, students had time to learn traditional folk music and musical instruments and to explore Jeonju’s traditional market. Finally, students had time to enjoy Jeonju’s specialty foods such as Jeonju Bibimbap. Students surely felt the beauty of Korea during this two-day trip.


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DCPP

DCPP[International Development Policy Seminar]

Lay Public Participation in Health Policy Formulation – Professor Juhwan Oh

DCPP 9th Commencement

The 36th International Development Policy Seminar was held on Friday, November 24th, 2017 at the SNU GSIS International Conference Hall. The lecture entitled, “Lay Public Participation in Health Policy Formulation” was presented by Professor Juhwan Oh, Professor of the College of Medicine at Seoul National University. The lecture was attended by the 9th and 10th batch of DCPP students, Visiting Professor Oung Byun, and two graduate students from different departments. It was a great opportunity to understand health policies and the public policy participation. After the seminar, students debated the topic of public policy and lay public participation of their respective countries.

The commencement of the 9th batch of the DCPP (Development Cooperation Policy Program) was held on December 13th, 2017, at the Socheon Hall of SNU GSIS. The event was participated by twelve graduates and their family and friends. Four congratulatory speeches by the H. E. Ambassador Oscar Herrera Gilbert (Embassy of Ecuador), H. E. Ambassador Long Dimanche (Embassy of Cambodia), H. E. Ambassador Rahim Hayat Qureshi (Embassy of Pakistan), and H. E. Ambassador Thura U Thet Oo Maung (Embassy of the Union of Myanmar) were followed by the dean’s speech by Professor Cheolhee Park, Dean of SNU GSIS, and an academic report by Professor Hyeok Jeong, Director of DCPP. Next, Mr. Shahid Ijaz Tazar from Pakistan was awarded the Academic Excellence Award and Mr. Vincent Ishimwe from Rwanda was awarded the Distinguished Thesis Award.


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DCPP Evaluation ConferenceOn February 12th, 2018, the SNU GSIS-KOICA DCPP

Evaluation Conference was held under the topic: “Effective Development Cooperation on Higher Education.” It was a rare event where both DCPP graduates and current students gathered to discuss their experiences and how their experience at SNU GSIS contributed to their current field of work.

Professor Cheolhee Park, Dean of SNU GSIS, delivered the welcoming remarks and Professor Dukgeun Ahn, Associate Dean of SNU GSIS, presented a special lecture on the “Current Issues in the World Trading System.”. This was followed by two presentations were delivered by DCPP alumni, Mr. Wiqar Ahmad and Mr. Jorge Miguel Castillo Castro.

A round table on the “Higher Education and Development Issues in Each Country” was conducted under Visiting Professor Oung Byun’s moderation and three of the 10th batch DCPP students (Mr. Kacou N’Douba Didier Simplice, Ms. Tetteh Pearl Naa Dedei, and Mr. Macha Raphael Heri) participated. Professor Hyeok Jeong, Director of DCPP, delivered the closing remarks to conclude the event.


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Executive Programs

Executive ProgramsCHAMP 4th Commencement

China Advanced Management Program (CHAMP) of SNU GSIS launched its 4th Batch from September 13th, 2017 to February 21st, 2018. Acknowledging the importance of re-establishing the notion of Korean leaders about China, CHAMP created its systemic and comprehensive curriculum on the Chinese economy, business, politics, foreign affairs, history, and culture. At the end of January, CHAMP participants went on a field trip to Wuhan and Changsha, the express rail intersection, as well as the core region for expanding Chinese domestic demand. During the trip, extensive talks were held between legal representatives of Chinese local branches on Chinese food culture, expanding Chinese business opportunities while deepening the effective mutual cooperation with Chinese people.

GLP 36th Commencement

The 36th Seoul National University Global Leadership Program (GLP) concluded with a graduation ceremony on February 22nd, 2018. The 36th GLP cohort was composed of thirty-seven professionals from diverse backgrounds. The professionals were composed of corporate managers from diverse industries, conglomerates such as Samsung, Lotte, Hanhwa, and public enterprises including Korea Electric

Power Corporation, Korea International Trade Association, Furla Korea and more.

The 36th GLP members attended a total of twenty-one lectures, the first of which was Professor Yeongseop Rhee’s lecture on “Global Financial Crisis and Changing International Economic Order.” The program ended with group presentations by the program participants.

The lectures, given over a period of six months, were composed of practical academic courses, international area studies courses, and cultural understanding courses which provided a multidimensional perspective on the modern business environment.

The program also held several domestic and international workshops and other special events which provided opportunities for networking and building better relations.


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Distinguished Lectures[Asia and the World]

Workshop in Internatoinal Commerce: Advanced Topics in International Economics -K. C. Fung (Professor of Economics, University of California Santa Cruz)

China's Rise as a Global Security - Director Taiming CheungOn November 8th, 2017, Taiming Cheung, Professor and

Director of the Institute on Global Conflict and Cooperation (IGCC) gave a special lecture on “China’s Rise as a Global Security, Technology and Innovation Power: Xi Jinping’s Grand Vision”. In the lecture, Dr. Cheung examined the interplay between key drivers of Chinese strategy – technology, innovation, and military power - and how it will shape the future nature of Chinese power.

Professor Fung’s course studied the various important and timely aspects of selected international economics and business issues related to East Asian and Southeast Asian economies. The topics included international trade, foreign direct investment, exchange rates, economic growth, business management practices, economic reforms and structural changes, high technology and innovation, etc.


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[Public Lecture]

Economics Reform and Growth in Korea: Where to Find the Sequence – Professor Yukiko Fukugawa

Origins of the Liberal International Order in Northeast Asia and the New Cold War - Professor Chai bong Hahm

On October 30, 2017, Dr. Chai bong Hahm, president of the Asan Institute for Policy Studies, gave a special lecture on “The Origins of the Liberal International Order in Northeast Asia and the New Cold War.” In the lecture, he argued that the historic window of opportunity for economic development and regional integration that Northeast Asia has enjoyed for the past 50 years is closing. Highlighting the importance of the liberal international order in Northeast Asia in the past, he urged audience members to question what made that liberal order possible in the first place

In the lecture, Professor Fukugawa explained that although Korea did follow Japan’s long stagnation after the bubble economy by converging her income with major economies already and passing the high growth period, Korea still has enough room for reform especially in labor market as well as financial market to improve the efficiency and the productivity. Also, analyzing President Moon’s economic policies and drawing some implications from the painful experiences of the Democratic Party of Japan (DPJ)’s previous approach, she argued that Korea need to make a political consensus for the reform as well as further market opening in order to enhance market-led growth.


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North Korea’s Enhancement in Missile Capabilities and Changing Security Environment in Northeast Asia – Professor Dukmin Yun

[Issues and Perspectives]

European Identity and Politics on the Verge of the Refugee Crisis – Mr. Alexander Göerlach

Professor Dukmin Yun, a former chancellor of Korea National Diplomatic Academy (KNDA), gave a presentation about “the enhancement of DPRK’s nuclear missile capabilities and the change in East Asia’s security environment,” one of the issues which is receiving great international attention these days. Professor Yun suggested three steps of actions to counteract DPRK’s nuclear capabilities and current crisis – Deterrence, Transformation and Denuclearization.

Alexander Göerlach, Senior Fellow at the Carnegie Council for Ethics in International Affairs, Senior Advisor to the Berggruen Institute, Affiliate to the Government Dept. of Harvard University, visited GSIS for special guest lecture on the topic of “European Identity and Politics on the Verge of the Refugee Crisis.” Touching upon a vast scope of European history dating back to the 17th century to contemporary Europe, Göerlach talked about the origin and transformation of the Western European identity, and how the relevant debates are becoming especially reignited upon the ongoing refugee crisis in Europe.


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US-ROK Alliance Prospects after the November Trump-Moon Summit - Minister-Counselor Edwin Sagurton Jr

On December 7, 2017, SNU GSIS invited Mr. Edwin C. Sagurton Jr, Minister-Counselor for Political Affairs at the U.S. Embassy in Seoul, to speak at on Issues and Perspectives Seminar. Sponsored by Toyota Motor Korea, the Issues and Perspectives Seminar series to discuss timely policy issues. In the seminar, Mr. Sagurton touched on next steps for the U.S.-ROK alliance including: Addressing the challenge of North Korea’s nuclear and missile program, strengthening the security alliance and defense capabilities, and expanding United States-Republic of Korea economic, trade, and investment ties.


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People

People

Brief introduction of yourself.My name is Alexander Falck-Bilden, and I am an M.A. Candidate in International Area Studies here at GSIS, with a particular focus on North Korea. I am originally from Norway but did my undergraduate degree at the University of Sussex in the UK, where I did joint honours in International Relations and Development. Outside of studies, I am a fan of reading, writing, and photography.

Why were you interested in becoming a student council member?I was interested in becoming a student council member as I saw there could be made a number of improvements in the student council operations. This includes both how the council was run in terms of internal procedures as well as how the Council related to students.

How was life as a student council member?Life as a student council president is certainly not an easy position. As a president, you represent all the students at GSIS in all circumstances, and also responsible for any and all Council activities. In other words, the burden to perform is higher than in any other position. At the same time, it is an enjoyable and rewarding position. Providing students with events they enjoy, assist them with their troubles and assist the student community to grow some of the more rewarding activities one can engage with at this school.

The semester starts out busy for any Council due to orientation and MT. After MT, though, everything is manageable as long as the president is good at time management and delegating work to the right members.

What was the hardest part of being the student council president?Having to pass on the responsibilities to the next student council. There were still, for various reasons, a lot of things I wished to improve – both logistically and structurally – with the student council and its operations. The student council is supposed to be a platform for the students, by the students, acting as a democratic institution protecting and furthering students’ interests and needs. For that to truly happen at GSIS, the student council still has a way to go. A part of this is transparency – not just financially but also a broader sense of socio-political transparency that permeates the council’s activities at large. Another part of it is structural – it has, for instance, been far too difficult for our student body to partake in and influence the decision-making processes within the council. Granted, they cannot and should not participate in all meetings and decisions, but for the council to operate as an extension of the student body, it needs to at least improve the feedback loops so that all the different student groups at GSIS are fully heard, and that their rights, interests, and needs are truly considered and protected here at GSIS. I had some ideas about how to achieve and oversee these vital changes, but not being able to do so was probably the most challenging element of being the student council president.

Alexander Falck-Bilden


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People

What do you believe was your proudest achievement as student council president?

The Monday immediately following the student council elections in December, the Assistant Dean called us in for a meeting. He told us that the GSIS was seeking to increase the tuition fees, and wanted the student council to sign a document declaring our support for the ‘tuition normalization’, as they phrased it. This document would be presented to the tuition committee in the central university administration, which has the final say on any matters concerning tuitions. The original time frame for this to happen was prohibitive, essentially disallowing us to contact the students and gather their feedback in an orderly fashion – a process that must be included in matters that concern students so directly no matter how good the arguments are. Even so, within effect much less than 24 hours to discuss this internally in the council and act, I decided – with the support of the council – that it would be irresponsible of us to sign anything of this nature without engaging directly with the student body. Unsurprisingly perhaps, the student body was not convinced. In the following talks with the Dean, we, therefore, agreed for him to meet the students directly. This ‘public hearing’, attended by both the Dean and Associate Dean, proved to be productive, but not enough to convince the students. Acting as the voice of the students, but also as an intermediary between faculty and the student body, I then decided to send out the summarized argumentation of the school from the ‘public hearing’ together with a new survey for students to reply to over the weekend, to see where potential compromises could be found. Through this, we were able to present the Dean with the core conditions for any kind of student support. After two further days of negotiations between the council and the Dean, we found certain compromises that were acceptable for both parties – including a tuition fee freeze for current students and increased transparency between the GSIS and students through regular public hearings.

Although the compromise could not accommodate for every single demand and condition proposed by everyone who participated in the surveys, I still firmly believe that this proves the strength of student democracy at GSIS if we rally up together for the same cause. Being able to juggle this process – which lasted a week in total – with two presentations, three exams and two papers – and still ensure that the integrity of the student council as a democratic institution and the rights and needs of the students were fully protected is definitely one of my proudest achievements as a student council president.

Do you have any advice for the next student council members?The student council activities require a lot of work at times, especially for the presidency, so it is important for the president to prioritize and delegate wisely. I would also urge them to work towards increased transparency vis-à-vis students – not just financially but also in terms of decision-making. Strengthening the feedback loops so that students can with more ease provide feedback anonymously should also be a priority.

To our GSIS students!There’s some truth to the ‘work hard, play hard’ mantra, but I prefer ‘study smart, play hard’ as a philosophy. If you work on your study technique, participate actively in classes and plan ahead, you’ll end up spending less time on tedious stuff and more time doing what you love – whether that is photography, dancing or just hanging out with friends. Regardless of how much you actually have to do though, make sure to plan some time regularly for reflection, destressing and disconnecting – without this you’ll end up burning yourself out. No matter how busy you are, remember to take care of yourself.


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People

Brief introduction of yourself.My name is Zhanling Luo, from the School of International Studies, Peking University (PKU SIS). Currently, I am doing the 2nd semester of CAMPUS Asia Dual Degree Program at GSIS. After this semester, I will go to the University of Tokyo for an exchange.

How is life in Korea?So far, I have been in Korea for eight months and have enjoyed every moment spent here. From my personal experience, Korea is an incredible country filled with beautiful scenery and friendly people. Living and studying in Korea is a life-changing experience, not only in terms of getting to see many new places but also to meet new friends from different cultural backgrounds and experience life so what we called “out of the comfort zone” as well. But I have to admit that my first month here was a tough one. What bothered me during my first month was food and language barrier. After eight months, I can say I am quite well adjusted to the food and even love Korean dishes, especially Kimchi. However, the slow progress of my Korean language still prevents me from going deep into the conversation with the locals. Personally speaking, by participating in and observing the daily life of the Koreans, I have developed a better understanding of Korea.

Why did you apply for Campus Asia?The most important reason why I applied for the CAMPUS Asia is that this program ideally fits my research interest. I am interested in the international relations of the Northeast Asian region, especially on the Korean Peninsula. Most of the professors at my homeschool are experts in Japanese Studies, so there are few courses relating to the Korean Peninsula. Luckily, I found that the CAMPUS Asia program offered a great opportunity to gain insights into Korea. So, I believed the dual degree program with SNU GSIS would be complementary to my study and applied for this program without hesitation.

What are your future plans? How has the Campus Asia program prepared you academically and/or professionally for your future?

I am eager to study international relations as it encompasses the social subjects for which I have developed great interest and passion. I find it a fascinating area which would open up a number of potential career paths. Right now, I am considering pursuing a career in international affairs after finishing my master’s degree. I believe my educational background with the CAMPUS Asia program would greatly build up my professional competence and enable me to find a suitable role in the area which I consider compelling and rewarding.

What is your favorite memory of SNU GSIS?I have a lot of great memories of studying at SNU GSIS and my favorite one would be having roundtable discussions with friends and colleagues during mealtime. Though the time for each roundtable was short, I learned a lot from the discussion topic and the ideas of each presenter while having fun with participants. The roundtable is a good time for cross-cultural exchange.

Zhanling Luo


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People

What is some advice you students who are planning to apply for Campus Asia?The first is to learn the local language of the country where you are going to study. Having a good command of language not only helps you better adapt to the new life, but also provides you with a deeper understanding of the country’s culture through the interactions with the locals. Second advice is to be open-minded and actively communicate with the people around you. Communicating with people from different cultures would bring you new perspectives that you probably never thought of or different from your cultural norms. Last but not least, reflection is one of the most important parts of the CAMPUS Asia program. CAMPUS Asia provides valuable opportunities for gaining new experience, but without the process of actively thinking about those experiences, and questioning ourselves about what they mean, learning doesn’t really happen. So, it’s good to make time for reflection.


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People

Brief introduction of yourself.I am currently studying at the Graduate School of International Studies as an exchange student from the Graduate School of Public Policy at the University of Tokyo under the CAMPUS Asia Program.

How is life in Korea?Adapting to life in Korea was not too big a problem with the help of the warm-hearted people of Seoul. While trying to deal with reading assignments at GSIS is a struggle, I found ways to unwind and enjoy the life in Korea outside of the classroom. For instance, there are many places to go and things to do in Seoul— searching for nice cafes; going to the Jeongdong Theater to watch Korean traditional music performances, and climbing the Gwanaksan during the weekends. Another key element of enjoyment is spending time with my classmates from diverse backgrounds outside of the classroom. After class, we would often go to a café or cafeteria on campus and converse about the similarities/differences of our countries or share our opinions on current events; for instance, I enjoyed discussing the implications of the North-South Summit as well as plausible responses to this historic event in different governments. These talks outside of the classroom have exposed me to new perspectives and understandings of Korean history, culture, and society.

Also, living in Seoul for the first time, I realized that global perceptions and even my own about how people live in foreign countries could often be ill-informed and downright wrong. I have discovered that immersing myself in Korean local cultures and observing the normal people’s lives through people-to-people interactions is rather different yet more vivid from what is portrayed in the media, historical records, or preconceived notions.

How has the Campus Asia program prepared you academically and/or professionally for your future?

The CAMPUS Asia Program exposed me to new understandings on the trilateral relations and disputes from diverse perspectives from history and culture to politics and ethnology. What is fascinating about the program is that at the University of Tokyo, I could gain insights into public policy from practitioners and learn about international relations from professors at SNU GSIS and PKU SIS. At the same time, cross-cultural studies, by concentrating on both public policy and international relations broadened my perspectives and allowed me to learn from both academic and professional viewpoints. In Japan, often times, I would be under the radar of being asked opinions as a Japanese. However, once putting a foot in another country as an exchange student, people are constantly asking for your opinions and comments as a Japanese on various social/political issues. This has challenged me to construct my own opinion on certain topics. But at the same time, there is no one right answer to an issue, and that is what makes it even more interesting to hear the opinions of others and take new insights. Misunderstandings rise without thorough communication and in-depth explanation among each counterpart but I believe this three-way CAMPUS Asia program is a vital preliminary step in building strong trilateral ties through intensive sharing of ideas and friendship.

What is your favorite memory of SNU GSIS?One of the highlights of SNU GSIS is getting to engage with students from different backgrounds. Students from GSIS consists of a great geographical and cultural diversity which made in-class discussions more insightful and eye-opening. Roundtables offered at GSIS was another great

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opportunity to engage with diverse students outside of the classroom. I participated in the weekly Japan Roundtable and CAMPUS Asia (once in two weeks) roundtables. Japan roundtable consisted of students from Korea, China, Taiwan, Germany, and France. Here, I was able to learn the similarities and differences from other countries by discussing topics such as subculture, table manners and also on Cool Japan Strategy. It has also been a delightful experience to discover how people from different countries view the Japanese society.

Through the CAMPUS Asia Roundtables, I have become aware of the trends in Korea and China through discussions on the “Me Too Movement”, committing suicide, and also cultural emotions of China, Japan, and Korea. These discussions over current social issues or cultural aspects that reflect the national interests in the domestic/global political arena of the three countries also gave me an opportunity to recognize there are common issues within the three countries. Sharing such similar regional and global issues in these three societies may shed light to trilateral cooperation to viable society with harmony and peace.

What is some advice you students who are planning to apply for Campus Asia?All the people I have encountered in the CAMPUS Asia program has one thing in common—that is, the passion for seeking a positive trilateral cooperation/relationship. Every one of them was eager and willing to share their personal stories, and opinions on various aspects of history, culture, politics, economy, and society of China, Japan, and Korea. These conversations certainly help establish a strong bond of human network and

CAMPUS Asia program provides students to achieve the following objectives: 1) obtaining Chinese and Korean perspectives and 2) gaining hands-on experience through conversations and forging long-lasting friendships in the program. These are only a few of the countless reasons I would recommend CAMPUS Asia Program to anyone who is pursuing to make a difference in cooperation in the East Asia region.


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Brief introduction of yourself.Hello, I am a newly grad, Seunghyung Lee. I entered the SNU GSIS in Spring 2016 and graduated in February 2018. I majored in International Cooperation, in which my primary interest mostly fell under International Security. I’m a professional officer in the ROK Army and I had a commissioned education in SNU GSIS for the last two years. Right after the commencement ceremony, I was deployed to Camp Red Cloud in Uijeongbu, currently working as a personnel staff in the ROK-US combined division.

How does it feel to be awarded “best thesis award”?It was a great honor for me to become a best thesis award recipient in my major. I never expected that there was a chance for me to receive this honorable prize. I was surprised but pleased to hear that I would be one of the awardees. I felt privileged for that. In fact, I couldn’t have completed my thesis purely by myself. The thesis would not have been produced without the help of professors and colleagues. I owed them a lot for this outcome.

What helped you the most in achieving this award?Most of all, I would like to say that my thesis advisor, professor Seongho Sheen’s guidance was critical. While I was struggling to figure out how to lay out the theory and analytical framework for my thesis, he suggested very concise but clear ideas of using useful tools from the existing literature rather than creating a completely new one. From that on, I was fortunate to build upon the firm ground in my work with ease compared to the previous state. Also, other professors and colleagues also suggested very helpful and healthy comments while I was working on my thesis. All in all, I purely owe a great amount of guidance and teachings from professors and students in SNU GSIS.

How has SNU GSIS prepared you academically and/or professionally for your future?

I think that the requirements for graduation in SNU GSIS with such as 45 credits and lots of mandatory required courses are relatively higher than any other graduate schools. For these reasons, I struggled with lack of time and efforts until the very last semester in the school, grumbling to myself that the requirements were too burdensome for students. But in retrospect from the point of becoming a graduate, I came to realize that all the hardship and agony that I went through in GSIS SNU actually trained myself to the demanding environment with high adaptability. So I believe these factors would lead to help develop my expertise with the greater deal than any other period in my life.

What are your future plans?My dream is to become a professional military diplomat. During my career in the military, I felt the strong necessity to improve national prestige in the world, to be precisely ROK Army, in the future. With deft skill and broadened perspectives and expertise that I learned from this school, I want to become a person who can make a significant contribution to peace and stability in my country and the region and further to the global society. In order to do so, I will continue to accumulate knowledge and acquire invaluable experiences in any duty stations to which I will be assigned.

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What is your favorite memory of SNU GSIS?I was lucky to work as a TA for one of SNU Global programs with undergraduate students during the winter break in 2017. And I could visit several renowned research institutes and government agency, where I could listen to invaluable lectures from celebrated scholars and professors about the global affairs. It was a very exciting moment and at the same time good memory during my master’s course period.

What is some advice you would give to underclassmen?I would like to liken SNU GSIS to ‘Treasure Warehouse’. In the treasure warehouse, you can acquire invaluable assets as much as you like. Likewise, in GSIS SNU, there are lots of courses, seminars, guest lecture program you can take. In the library, you can borrow books, request academic assistance program and so on. Sometimes, I felt somewhat missing for those days when I used to solve academic curiosity with 24 hour-available academic databases. It depends on how much you get out of this treasure warehouse within a limited time. For those of underclassmen who might be struggling with academic challenges at this very moment, I would like to say this phrase “Carpe diem - Seize the Moment.”


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Student Council

Student Council

PresidentAlexander Falck-Bilden

SecretaryMiriam Hyeon

Korean Studies RepresentativeAsaki Asami

Area RepresentativeAlexander Falck-Bilden

Coop RepresentativeIbraim Kyzy Nazira

Commerce RepresentativeDilan Başak

DCPP RepresentativeKacou N'douba Didier Simplice

Vice PresidentGulmira Yussupova

TreasurerTaeyoon Yoon

Korean Studies Vice- Representative Anisa Syifa Amalia

Area Vice- RepresentativeDesica Ana Nuruljanah

Coop Vice-RepresentativeAlexander Schotthöfer

Commerce Vice- RepresentativeHoona Kwon

DCPP Vice- RepresentativeGloria Mutoni


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Student Council’s Activities

SNU GSIS Students 2017 Fall MTAfter the official welcome of orientation, student council arranged an MT for new SNU GSIS students. The MT was a fantastic

opportunity for everyone to meet each other for the first time and the event was a great success. The student council organized games and cooked meals for the students to enjoy and the merriment continued long into the night. After waking up the next morning and enjoying a nice breakfast together, the students returned to GSIS, ready to begin a wonderful new semester.

Major NightsAt the beginning and end of each semester, student representatives of each major coordinate a major night. Major nights are

special because they are an opportunity for students to mingle with each other and talk to professors in a casual non-academic setting. As professors and students enjoy the food and drinks, they develop a strong relationship and form a true community. Thanks to these major nights, classmates and professors feel very connected to each other at SNU GSIS.

Midterm SnacksJust hearing the word “midterm” is enough to make any student feel stressed. Snacking on treats, though, is a favorite way

for students to relieve stress. That’s why during the midterm season at SNU GSIS, the student council provides midterm snacks to busy students. The sweets and cookies provide energy to students before examinations and are a much-needed pick-me-up for busy students. The student council will continue to plan events to help students succeed in their academic and social lives.

Thirsty ThursdayThursdays mark the beginning of the weekend for most students at GSIS. Continuing the tradition from the fall semester,

GSIS students met at Sponsor Bar on Thursdays for drinks and laughs with fellow students. With the help of the event, classmates became friends and students from separate majors had the opportunity to meet one another for the fi time. Thirsty Thursdays will remain a fixture in the years ahead and hopefully continue to help build social relations amongst GSIS students.

Inter-GSIS MixerFor the inter-GSIS event of the semester, SNU GSIS students attended a mixer. Arranged by the student councils of various

international graduate schools in Seoul, the event was a fabulous opportunity for students to meet like-minded people. SNU GSIS students met students from other GSIS, expanding their social networks and making new friendships. Establishing connections with students outside of SNU GSIS was not only important but also a very fun experience. Together with students from other institutions, SNU GSIS students partied long into the night and built beautiful new relationships.


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Inter-GSIS PicnicFor another inter-GSIS event of the semester, students gathered for a picnic. Hosted by the student councils of various GSIS

institutions, the picnic was set up to offer students an opportunity to meet students from other schools. The casual and fun atmosphere made for a delightful afternoon by the river’s edge and the delicious picnic food was enjoyed by all. The SNU GSIS student councils will continue to cooperate with each other to produce more inter-GSIS events in the future.

Thesis Workshop by ProfessorsGSIS students often worry about writing their Master’s Thesis. There are so many unknowns. How does one find an advisor?

How does one come up with an interesting topic? How does one avoid the many pitfalls of thesis-writing? To help allay these concerns, the student council works with professors to host thesis workshops. These workshops serve as an important forum for students to voice their concerns and to have their questions answered by some of the most experienced academic writers in Korea

Thesis Workshop by Ph.D. studentsSNU GSIS student council hosted several thesis workshops. These workshops were special in that they were led by Ph.D.

students. Students in attendance were able to hear the experiences of students that have completed their own theses and learned the best tactics for writing a great thesis. In addition, the students learned what mistakes to avoid in the process. The casual atmosphere of the workshops favored a highly beneficial discussion on thesis-writing and left many students feeling more confident about the work ahead.


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Books

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Professor Activities


Book:World Trading System and Technical Barriers to Trade (in Korean). Bakyoungsa, 2017

Journal: “Firm’s Responsive Behaviors in WTO Trade Disputes: Countervailing Cases on Korean DRAMs.” Journal of World Trade, V. 51, No. 4, 29 March 2017

“An Empirical Analysis on the WTO Safeguard Actions.” Journal of World Trade, V.52, No.3, 2018, pp. 415–459

Professor Dukgeun Ahn

Book:한국 민주주의의 미래와 과제 (서울: 한울아카데미, 2017)

6.29 선언과 한국 민주주의 (서울: 푸른길, 2017)

변화하는 한국유권자 6 (서울: EAI(동아시아연구원, 2017)

정치현장에서 진단하는 한국정당과 민주주의 (서울: 푸른길, 2017)

Journal: “Preferences on Security Issues and Ideological Competitions: A Case of the Korean National Assembly.” Korea Observer, V48, No.4, December 2017, pp.639-668

Professor Jeonghun Han

Journal: “Comparative Analysis of Development Effectiveness ODA Grants and ODA Loans.” Journal of Economic Studies, V.36, No.1, February 2018, pp. 1-27“Triangular Cooperation and Korea’s Strategy for International Development Cooperation.” Review of International and Regional Studies, V.26, No.4, December 2017, pp. 213-236

“Korea’s Growth Experience and Long-term Growth Model.” World Bank Policy Research Working Paper Series, No.8240, 09 November 2017

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Journal: “Historical Development of Civil Society in Korea since 1987.” Journal of International and Area Studies, V.24, No.2, December 2017, pp.1-14

Professor Jong-Ho Jeong

Book:"영국의 동인도회사가 현지인들에게 자선사업을 베푼 이유," <어서와요 노동존중 CSR: 세계의 공장화 시대,

위태로운 노동시민권을 지켜주는 기업> (서울: 해피스토리, 2017).

"북한개발협력을 위한 이론적 소고," 손혁상 외 <북한 개발협력의 이해: 이론과 실제> (서울: 오름, 2017).

"국제개발 주창자로서 시민사회의 재탄생: 한국 국제개발협력 시민사회단체의 새로운 역할을 중심으로," <한

국 시민사회를 새롭게 하라> (파주: 진인진, 2018).

Journal: “Social Politics of Welfare Reform in Korea and Japan: A New Way of Mobilising Power Resources.” Voluntas: International Journal of Voluntary and Nonprofit Organizations, 28 August 2017, pp.1-26

“On Global Accountability: A Theoretical Revisit to Accountability Mechanisms for Development Partnerships.” Development and Society, V.46, No.2, September 2017, pp.317-339

"조력자에서 주창자로: 한국 국제개발 시민사회단체의 정체성에 관한 연구," <담론201> 제20권 3호, 2017.

Professor Taekyoon Kim

Book:Domestic Constraints on South Korean Foreign Policy. Council on Foreign Relations, 2018.

“Identity, Threat Perception, and Trust-Building in Northeast Asia.” Rethinking Peace and Conflict Studies, Palgrave Macmillan, 2017, pp. 29–46.

Professor Geun Lee

Journal: “Security Outlook for 2018: A South Korean View.” CSCAP, 2018, pp.23-26

“Between a Rock and a Rocket Man: South Korea's Anxiety.” Global Asia, East Asia Foundation, 21 Dec. 2017

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