The special cookies which are sweeter than any other desserts were made on a white day. Red Cross Youth (RCY), a joint volunteer club, started volunteering to share cookies on a white day. RCY is an official club organized by the Red Cross and leads volunteer activities in various fields every year.
When the Digital Nomad Visa was introduced on January 1st, 2024, there was a lot of excitement initially, but the uptake has been surprisingly low. According to recent reports, only seven individuals applied for the visa in the first month, raising questions about its effectiveness and appeal. Some
In a passionate demonstration at Jeju Island City Hall this past November 4th, protestors fervently voiced their discontent with the Korean government's abstention during the UN ceasefire vote in Palestine. The rallying cry echoed a threefold demand: first and foremost, an immediate ceasefire rather
Being recognized as the “Island of World Peace,” Jeju has established a variety of projects that are aiming to increase both global citizenship and the fostering of young talents to become the leaders of the future. In this regard, events like the Jeju Forum for Peace and Prosperity or the Asia-Paci
This past October 7th, a Korean Speaking Contest for international students was held in the Humanities Building #2 at JNU. Around 20 students from the Korean Language Program, as well as from different undergraduate and graduate degrees of our school participated by talking about their daily lives,
As recent events have shown us, peace is not something that we should take for granted. On the contrary, it takes a constant effort from all sectors of society, government, and even multinational enterprises to achieve a sense of tranquility. Conflict between two countries now affects the internatio
As introduced in the last issue of The Islander, the ‘1,000 won Breakfast’ is a program that started back on June 1st. This is run by the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs in combined efforts with JNU. Students and the Ministry each pay 1,000 won per meal, while the remaining cost is c
It is no secret that Korea is currently in the middle of very important social changes. Labor shortages across various manual industries, the declining birth rate, the aging population, among other things, have certainly jeopardized the future of the country. In order to prevent the possibility of s
While Jeju is mostly recognized for its incredible landscapes and natural attractions, the island is also home to a unique and rich culture that reflects the resilience, spirit and tenacity of its people. Proof of that is Gwandeokjeong Pavilion, one of the oldest standing buildings located at the he
“Yes, we get to see the terrible human crisis in Ukraine and how terrible the earthquake in Türkiye was. But who cares about Sudan? My people are dying, and I feel the whole world is turning their back to us” – a graduate student from Sudan told The Islander staff in regard to the current crisis the
Ever since 1971 – around 52 years ago – The Islander has been a tool for Korean and international members of our school to report and voice their opinion on the world that has surrounded them throughout the years: from the school being Cheju National College in Seogwipo to become Jeju National Unive
Foreign students and students from mainland alike find themselves with limited living options when they first arrive to Jeju: either they live in one of the three different dormitories available on campus or they rent a place. The latter option is difficult for students with limited income options,
Ever since last semester, JNU’s International Students Organization (JISO) has organized multiple events aimed at helping the foreign community of our university make the most out of their life in Jeju Island. Following these same footsteps, JISO, in collaboration with the Jeju National Museum – loc
“Life always has its way of reminding us how small and powerless we can be” – a Turkish PhD student told the staff of The Islander when questioned about the earthquakes that hit his country this past February. These natural disasters have had devastating consequences, causing the death of around 57,
Once upon a time, Jeju was mainly a rural island with barely any places to access electricity. The number of active haenyeo was slowly decreasing and Cheju National University was only fourteen years old. Not many people aspired to go to university because access to education was still an uphill bat
As the core of Korean society, Confucianism has fostered a culture in which building long-lasting community ties precedes over individualism. This permeates into every aspect of the Korean modus vivendi: workplaces, schools, and family structures are all affected equally. Evidently, university cultu
One of these great past practices making their comeback has been the JNU Festival: an activity that disappeared for two years and yet achieved great success. As part of the celebrations, the traditional International Food Festival also took place on the first day, the 21st of September.Starting at 1
Due to the great distance between Latin America and Korea, one would have guessed that diplomatic relationships between these areas have only been established fairly recently. But would you ever have guessed that Chile was the first country to sign a Free Trade Agreement with The Republic of Korea?
Jeju Beer is a beer brand produced in Jeju by branding the place. Some beers feature Jeju's appearance such as Jeju Wheat Ale and Jeju Pelong Ale. people can tour Jeju Beer Brewery on Island to see beer brewers brew beer with cutting-edge equipment airlifted from all over the world. Jeju Beer is
Currently, Korea is considered a great power – by nominal GDP, it has been named the 10th biggest economy in the world. It has leading industries in technology, education, and international security. However, this was not always the case. Korea was once considered one the poorest countries in