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Part time Positions at Yeungnam University, Gyeongsan, Korea Job Openings Foreign Language Institute at Yeungnam University is now accepting applications for part-time English language instructor position for non-credit classes. 1. Job Titles: part-time English language instructor 2. Period of Contract: None 3. Teaching Subjects Off campus Non-credit classes: Gyeongbuk Haksuk(경북학숙) evening dormitory English conversation classes (four nights per week; 7:30~10:15pm, Fall/Spring Semester for 9 weeks each) On campus Non-credit classes: English Camps for university students of varying lengths, etc. (Fall/Spring semester for 10 weeks each, Winter/Summer semester for 5 weeks each) 4. Teaching Load: depending on schedule (12 hour to 30 hours/week) 5. Education, Experience and Visa Requirements - Education Minimum Requirement: Bachelor’s Degree - Work experience: worked at any educational institution including Elementary school, Middle school, High school, College, University or Private English Institute(학원) in South Korea - Visa: F-4,5,6 Visa Although those applying for part time instructor position may have a bachelor’s degree in any discipline, preference is given to those who have a 120-hour TESOL certification or their bachelor’s degree in education, English, linguistics or TESOL. 6. Hourly Wage: 38,000 KRW/hour for off campus classes + 20,000won transportation fee/day 30,000 KRW/hour for on campus program Application & Deadline Documents Required: 1) Resume : use the attached template - Please clearly indicate month/year to month/year for each item included in your work experience and education sections. - Cover Letter: Please clearly indicate your knowledge, attributes, skills, and habits that you bring to the position. 2) A copy of your passport identification page 3) A copy of Korean Alien Registration Card 4) One letter of recommendation(Please include the contact details of references on your resume.) 5) A copy of Diploma and transcript 6) Career Certificate or Employment Certificate ㆍApplication will not be considered complete until documents listed above are all received. And only those who pass initial screening will be contacted before 25th of July. Deadline: 2017.07.21. (Friday) - E-mail: jobinterview@ynu.ac.kr (Email application required.) - Direct your email to: Foreign Language Institute, Yeungnam University 280 Daehak-Ro, Gyeongsan, Gyeongbuk 38541, Republic of Korea (38541 Korea) Phone:+82-53-810-1632 We look forward to receiving your application to join the faculty at Yeungnam University.
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Ministry of Education and the YU Dokdo Research Center provides strong measures against Japan's 'Teaching Guidebook' Prominent professors say, "Need to produce standard textbook for education on Dokdo... Need more assertive international PR policies” [June 23, 2017] <YU Dokdo Research Center and Ministry of Education held the 'Round Table for Veteran Researchers on Dokdo'> Korea's top experts on research of Dokdo gathered at YU. In the morning of the 23rd, the YU Dokdo Research Center (Director Choi Jae-mok) invited scholars of domestic research on Dokdo together with the Ministry of Education to host the '2017 Korean Round Table for Veteran Researchers on Dokdo'. The round table meeting held at Seminar Room 2 on the second floor of the YU Law School Library under the theme 'Future Challenges and Prospects of Dokdo Research', 10 of the top experts on Dokdo research such as international law, history, history education, geography, and Korea-Japan relations were in attendance. Professor Song Hwi-young of the YU Dokdo Research Center said, "The Ministry of Education and the YU Dokdo Research Center worked together to work together to respond strongly against Japan's serious violation of our territorial rights." He added, "This is very meaningful in that ten of the top experts for research on Dokdo who devoted their lives in conducting research on Dokdo gathered for the first time to discuss the current outcomes and future research direction on Dokdo, while coming up with response plans against Japan's violation and provocations over the territorial rights of Dokdo." <YU Dokdo Research Center 'International Academic Conference'> In March, Japan's Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology announced the revised 'teaching guide' for elementary and middle schools requiring social science textbooks to state that 'Dokdo is Japanese territory. On June 21, Japan released the detailed 'teaching guideline', thus making extreme provocations over Dokdo, and thus bringing in attention to this round table meeting. At this meeting, the veteran researchers took advantage of their research experience spanning over several decades to provide advice for next-generation researchers from the perspective of experts in different fields including international law, history, geography, ancient maps, and Korea-Japan relations, while also discussing measures to protect the territorial rights over Dokdo. In-depth proposals were also made for future research assignments from various perspectives through sub-topics as follows: Professor Kim Myung-gi (honorary professor at Myungji University, International Law) on 'Proposal for Basic Direction for research on Dokdo', Professor Shin Yong-ha (named endowed chair professor at University of Ulsan, History) on 'Need to Strengthen Policies to Protect the Territorial Rights of Dokdo', Professor Lim Yeong-jeong (honorary professor at Dongkuk University, History Education)' on 'Problems on Awareness of Usan-do in the Early Joseon Dynasty', Representative Na Hong-joo (Co-representative of the Heungsadan Dokdo Protection Headquarters, International Law) on 'Focusing on Criticisms for Violation of International Laws as Claimed by Japan', Professor Lee Gi-seok (honorary professor at Seoul National University, Geography) on 'Challenges of International Standardization of the East Sea and Dokdo's Geographical Names', Professor Lee Sang-tae (named endowed chair professor at Korea International Culture University of Graduate, Historical Geography) on 'Ancient Maps and Dokdo', Professor Lee Sang-myun (honorary professor at Seoul National University, International Law) on 'Sovereignty over Dokdo and Nearby Seas', Lee Jang-hee (honorary professor at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies, International Maritime Law) on 'Direction for Future Research on Dokdo and Case Studies', Professor Sohn Seung-cheol (Kangwon University, Korea-Japan Relations) on 'Activities and Research of Lee Sa-bu Society', and Professor Kim Byeong-ryeol (Korea National Defense University, International Law) on 'Outcomes of Research on Dokdo Issues and Proposal for Future Research Direction'. In particular, Professor Kim Myung-gi emphasized, "We need to pursue interdisciplinary research on Dokdo and actively distribute the achievements of Dokdo research both in and outside of Korea, while also producing standard educational textbooks for Dokdo" as he explained the need to specialize the Dokdo Research Center and strengthen PR activities. Also, honorary professor at Seoul National University and named endowed chair professor at the University of Ulsan Shin Yong-ha (Historical Sociology) proposed to "Strengthen execution of territorial rights of Dokdo to solidify sovereignty over Dokdo, revise the New Korea-Japan Fisheries Agreement (January 23, 1999), turn Ulleung-do and Dokdo into a national park, and substitute the Dokdo Security Police with the Marine Security Police," while adding, "We should change our 'no-response' policy of the past and actively conduct PR to the world to sternly reject Japan's ICJ (International Court of Justice), while actively telling the world about Korea's territorial rights over Dokdo." Together with the round table meeting, the 'Dokdo Research Center International Academic Conference' was also held at YU. At this international academic conference, prominent scholars from Korea and abroad such as Canada and Japan met to make presentations and hold discussions under the theme of 'modern transition and territorial awareness of the international order in East Asia'. YU Dokdo Research Center Director Choi Jae-mok (Professor of Philosophy), who hosted the round table meeting, said, "Together with the international academic conference joined by scholars around the world, the round table meeting that gathered the experiences and wisdom of veteran scholars who led research on Dokdo in Korea was held simultaneously to act as an opportunity to solidify territorial claims on Dokdo, discuss strategic plans to respond to Japan's provocations over Dokdo, and search for solutions for Korea-Japan relations." He added, "Based on the opinions of the veteran professors and scholars, the YU Dokdo Research Center will focus even more on research and education on Dokdo. In addition, we will also focus on PR to confidently explain to the international community that Dokdo is Korean territory in terms of history, geography, and international law."
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[Source: Daegu Ilbo Journalist Yoon Jung-hye] Picked up to represent Korea at the 2017 Taipei Summer Universiade Excellent pitcher and batter in the college baseball league [June 20, 2017] <YU baseball team Lee Jae-hoon (left) and Lee Sang-dong picked up to represent Korea at the 2017 Summer Universiade in Taipei> (Source: Daegu Ilbo) YU baseball team pitcher Lee Sang-dong (21, Special Physical Education, junior) and outfielder Lee Jae-hoon (21, Sports Science, senior) were picked up for the national baseball team to compete at the '2017 Summer Universiade in Taipei'. The Korea University Baseball Federation (Chairman Kim Dae-il) recently held a technical competitiveness improvement committee meeting and picked up 10 pitchers, five infielders, four outfielders, and three catchers for the Korean national baseball team to compete in the 2017 Summer Universiade in Taipei. Lee Sang-dong graduated from Gyeongbok Middle School and Gyeongbok High School and is currently enrolled at YU and has recorded an ERA of 2.52. His fast ball goes up to 144km. He stepped up as the second pitcher against Dong-A University on the 11th and pitched for five innings helping his team post a win. He gave up only four hits and struck out 10 batters. Lee Sang-dong's role model is Oh Seung-hwan and he is concentrating on improving his reflexes. Lee said, "I did not expect to be picked up for the national team as there are also many great pitchers who are my seniors on my team. It is a great burden to play for the national team, but I will do my best so that our team can do well." Lee Jae-hoon is an outfielder and graduated from Pocheol Middle School and Pocheol High School. He played in 14 matches this year and recorded a batting average of 0.347 and had 23 steals.
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Professor Park Ki-yong wins 'best contribution award' and Department of Special Physical Education awarded 'volunteer award' Recognized for successful hosting of the 21st International Symposium of Adapted Physical Activity Professor Park Ki-yong appointed as Korea's only member to the International Federation for Adapted Physical Activity Committee [June 20, 2017] <Department of Special Physical Education Professor Park Ki-yong received the best contribution award from the International Federation for Special Physical Activity> The YU Department of Special Physical Activity professor and students received the best contribution award and volunteer awards at the recently ended '21st International Symposium of Adapted Physical Activity (ISAPA2017)', once again proving YU's capacities as a leader in global special physical education. ISAPA2017, which was held at the Daegu Textile Complex from the 12th to 16th was held as the largest event to this day with over 500 professors and researchers from over 50 nations around the world under the slogan 'Create a New Paradigm and Go Beyond APA'. <Award winners of the 21st International Symposium of Adapted Physical Activity> At the awards ceremony prior to the closing of this event, YU Professor of Special Physical Education who served as the chair for the steering committee of this symposium received the 'best contribution award' from the International Federation for Adapted Physical Activity. In addition, YU Department of Special Physical Education Kim Han-cheol, Professor Shim Tae-young, and Kim Gyeong-ho (YU Graduate School) received contribution awards, while the YU Department of Special Physical Education received the volunteer service award. Thus, both professors and students of YU were recognized for their services in the successful hosting of this international academic conference. In particular, Professor Park Ki-yong, who was the chairman of the steering committee for this symposium, was recognized for his abilities by the International Federation for Adapted Physical Activity to become the first Korean to be appointed as a committee member. He was also officially invited to the 22nd symposium scheduled to be held in Virginia, USA in 2019. Professor Park is currently the chairman of the Asian Society for Special Physical Education. Last year, he contributed in the successful hosting of the 14th Asian Society for Special Physical Education International Academic Conference and has been recognized globally for his expertise in the special physical education sector. Professor Park said, "The successful hosting of this international academic conference is very significant in that Korea and the Korean academic world played a leading role for global special physical education." He added, "We will take the lead in spreading special physical education around the world by linking the excellent models of advanced nations with that of underdeveloped countries." Meanwhile, ISAPA is held biannually in different continents. This year at the international academic conference, presentations and workshops were also carried out for the development and distribution of the Special Olympics.
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<Daebuljeongyeorae-Milin-Sujeungyoui-Jebosal-Manhaeng-Suneungeomgyeong> designated as Treasure 1939 <Chojobon-Daebanggwangbulhwaeomgyeong-Jubon Volume 41> designated as Treasure 1940 Rare artifact with high value as specimen of printed item and good condition Total of four artifacts such as Kim Jung-ho's 'Cheonggudo‘ as nationally designated cultural artifacts [June 8, 2017] <Chojobon-Daebanggwangbulhwaeomgyeong-Jubon Volume 41 (Treasure 1940), YU Library> Two cultural artifacts possessed by YU (President Sur Gil-soo) was designated as 'nationally designated cultural artifacts (Treasures)'. The cultural artifacts designated as treasures are the <Daebuljeongyeorae-Milin-Sujeungyoui-Jebosal-Manhaeng-Suneungeomgyeong, Treasure 1939> Volume 10 3 books and one scroll of <Chojobon-Daebanggwangbulhwaeomgyeong-Jubon Volume 41, Treasure 1940). The <Daebuljeongyeorae-Milin-Sujeungyoui-Jebosal-Manhaeng-Suneungeomgyeong> is a book of annotations (that simplifies and summarizes a book) by Buddhist Priest Yuchik of Yuan China. Books of annotations published in Korea are normally annotations made during Song China. Compared to this, the <Daebuljeongyeorae-Milin-Sujeungyoui-Jebosal-Manhaeng-Suneungeomgyeong> possessed by YU are collections with the eulhaeja (metal prints made in the penmanship of Kang Hee-an in 1455) cast in the first year of Sejo (1455). It is also the complete series of the three books of Volume 10 that was preserved well. The Cultural Heritage Administration explained the reason for designating it as a nationally designated cultural artifact saying that it is valuable material for the print history and research on Buddhist literature in the early Joseon Dynasty. <Daebuljeongyeorae-Milin-Sujeungyoui-Jebosal-Manhaeng-Suneungeomgyeong (Treasure 1939), YU Library> <Chojobon-Daebanggwangbulhwaeomgyeong-Jubon Volume 41> is Volume 41 of the 80 volumes written by Buddhist Priest Silchananta of Tang China. These Buddhist scriptures have 23 rows and 14 characters on each page. It is different from the 24 rows and 17 characters of the reproduced scriptures (Tripitaka Koreana), making it possible to reveal the differences of originals and reproductions. This volume is the only scripture left of its kind and has significantly high value. <Kim Jung-ho's Cheonggudo (Treasure 1594-2,left) and grayish-blue-powdered celadon Sanggammoranmun vase (Treasure 239)> In addition to the cultural artifacts recently designated as treasures, YU has two other treasures for a total of four. 'Cheonggudo' of Gosanja Kim Jung-ho possessed by YU library was designated as treasure 1594-2 in December of 2008, and the 'Grayish-blue-powdered celadon Sanggammoranmun vase' held by the YU Museum was designated as treasure 239 in 1963. In particular, 'Cheonggudo' is the first national map made by Kim Jung-ho in 1834 (34th year of King Sunjo). It is a creative map that added geographical information to maps, and was assessed to have high value in the fact that it acted as the foundation for producing the 'Daedongyeojido'. Also, including the designated cultural artifact such as the Hwasan-seodang (Gyeongsangbuk-do cultural artifact data 220), YU possesses numerous nationally designated culture-level artifacts at its library and museums. <Hwasan-seodang (Gyeongsangbuk-do cultural artifact data 220), YU Folk Village>
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Only Korean university to be ranked in the top 200 of the world in this field Proven world-class research capacities 15th overall, 15th in social sciences, 17th in life and earth sciences in Korea Excluded qualitative factors such as school reputation and assessment made focusing on research performance and quality [May 22, 2017] 2017 Leiden Ranking Match/Computer Engineering Rankings 2017 Leiden Ranking Overall Rankings Rank in Korea World Rank University Rank in Korea World Rank University 1 37 Yeungnam University 1 402 Pohang University of Science and Technology 2 259 Sungkyunkwan University 2 458 Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology 3 414 Chungbuk National University 3 611 Ewha Womans University 4 486 Catholic University of Korea 4 619 Seoul National University 5 492 Pohang University of Science and Technology 5 623 Sejong University 6 613 Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology 6 629 Sungkyunkwan University 7 628 Chung-Ang University 7 645 Gwangju Institute of Science and Technology 8 678 Seoul National University 8 649 University of Ulsan 9 692 Gwangju Institute of Science and Technology 9 686 Korea University 10 712 Sejong University 10 712 Chonnam National University 11 719 Chonbuk National University 11 721 Kyunghee University 12 723 Korea University 12 727 Kyunghee University 13 743 Inha University 13 758 Hanyang University 14 747 Gachon University 14 774 Chonbuk National University 15 756 Gyeongsang National University 15 775 Yeungnam University 16 768 Kyunghee University 16 777 Kangwon National University 17 781 Kyungpook National University 17 785 Inha University 18 782 Kyunghee University 18 791 Ajou University 19 801 Pusan National University 19 798 Kyungpook National University 20 802 Ajou University 20 815 Gyeongsang National University 21 816 Gachon University 22 829 Chung-Ang University 23 834 Chungbuk National University 24 838 Pusan National University 25 842 Hallym University It was once proven that the research capacities of YU (President Sur Gil-soo) are at world-class levels. In the '2017 Leiden Ranking' that assesses world college rankings based on the qualitative level of theses, YU was ranked 37th in the world in the mathematics & computer science sector (based on top 10% theses in citation frequency). It rose by 13 ranks compared to 50th last year, and has thus been ranked in the top 50 of the world for three consecutive years in the mathematics and computer science fields. Aside from YU, no universities in Korea were ranked in the top 250, thereby showing that YU's research capacities are unparalleled. It is sixth place among Asian universities and an unrivaled first in Korea <See table>. YU is the only university in Korea that was ranked in the top 200 in all six fields ranked by the Leiden Ranking in overall ranking and individual fields. The Leiden Ranking announces ranks in a total of six sectors such as overall rank, mathematics & computer science, biomedical & health sciences, life & earth sciences, physical sciences & engineering, and social sciences & humanities. YU also rose six ranks in the overall rankings for Korean universities from 21st place last year to 15th this year. It was also ranked 15th in the social sciences & humanities sector and 17th in the life and earth sciences sector in Korea, thus being recognized for its excellence in research (based on top 10% theses in citation frequency). The 'Leiden Ranking' is announced by Leiden University in the Netherlands and excludes subjective qualitative evaluation factors, and calculates rankings focusing on the number of theses and the rate of their citations. Therefore, it is an important index that can determine the research performance and research performance of universities. It uses the database of Thomson Reuters, which is an academic information service company, to analyze theses of the past four years, and has been ranking universities annually since 2011. This year, it assessed 802 schools around the world that published more than 1,000 theses from 2012 to 2015. The Leiden Ranking publishes the ratio of comparing theses with the top 10% citation in the respective academic fields in comparison with all other theses. While it is a ranking index with the top 10% citation theses ratio being the most important, the top 1% thesis ratio is also announced through the freely offered database.
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US General Alumni Association held general meeting in Atlanta from 27th to 29th Donated 5,000 USD for school development funds and 4,000 in scholarships to young YU students studying in the US 9th general meeting to be held in Vancouver, Canada in 2019 [May 31, 2017] <The YU US General Alumni Association's 8th general meeting was held in Atlanta, USA.> The power of YU (President Sur Gil-soo) alumni shined bright in the US. The YU US General Alumni Association (chairman Lee Il-geon, Chemical Engineering '69) held the 8th general meeting at the Sonesta Hotel in Atlanta, USA from May 27 to May 29. For this general meeting, former professor at the University of Georgia Jeon Heung-won (77, Pharmacology '58) who is the senior vice chairman of the YU US General Alumni Association acted as the chairperson of the steering committee. A total of over 150 YU alumni all across the United States such as Lee Don (61, Architecture '73) who was the first chairperson of the US General Alumni Association and CEO of Active USA Inc. Seo Hyeok-kyu (54, Pharmacology '81) who is the chairperson of the Atlanta Alumni Association attended this event. YU President Sur Gil-soo and External Cooperation Office Director Lee Hee-wook also attended this general meeting. At this general meeting, the US General Alumni Association donated 5,000 dollars as school development funds and also gave a total of 4,000 dollars in scholarships for two YU students studying in the US to support them in developing into global talents. At the general meeting, chairman of the association, Lee Il-geon (66) said, "There are few universities that regularly hold general alumni meetings by gathering alumni from all around the United States. This is possible because YU alumni who are leading Korea are also leaders throughout the American community." He added, "The US General Alumni Association will take the initiative for the development of our alma mater and to help our juniors at YU to experience a bigger world. I hope that YU alumni will be highly active not only in the US, but throughout the world." The YU US General Alumni Association held its founding ceremony in LA in October 2002 and there are a total of 10 local alumni associations across the Americas such as Chicago, New York, Washington, San Francisco, Dallas, Vancouver, and Toronto. The US General Alumni Association's general meetings are held biannually and the 9th meeting in 2019 is scheduled to be held in Vancouver, Canada. Meanwhile, YU President Sur Gil-soo who visited the United States to attend this meeting first went to LA to hold a meeting with 15 YU students participating in internship programs in the US. Mr. Sur said, "By gaining practical experience in local companies through overseas internship programs, as well as cultural experiences to expand your horizons, it will help you in your professional career after graduating." He added, "Please do your best throughout the remaining internship and return to YU by becoming global talents." Over 100 YU students are in internship programs in the United States in American companies and US offices of Korean corporations including Forever 21, Active USA and Asiana.
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First place in individual and group stages of the '2017 International Blind Sports Federation Judo Asian Championships' Overcame visual impairments taking two goals in regular collegiate tournament as well Joined paralympic national team in April of this year and made immediate results in international championship [June 2, 2017] <Kim Yun-ho took first place in two events at the 2017 IBSA Judo Asian Championships> Kim Yun-ho (21, Department of Special Physical Education, junior) conquered Asia by taking two golds at the '2017 IBSA (international Blind Sports Federation) Judo Asian Championships. At this tournament, which was held at Tashkent, Uzbekistan on May 26 and 27, Kim Yun-ho took gold at the individual -81kg event and the group event. Kim Yun-ho is a promising athlete who also won two college tournaments for those without disabilities as well. Despite having visual impairments, Kim participated in general tournaments instead of those for the disabled to improve his skills. He said that he practiced harder than others because he did not want to hear people say that he would not be able to compete at top levels because of his poor vision. Head coach of the national paralympic judo team Park Noh-seok continuously persuaded Kim to join his team. Right after joining the national paralympic team in April of this year, he won two golds in international championships. Kim Yun-ho said, "I actually had a preconception about those with disabilities and only participated in general tournaments for those without disabilities. After joining the national team, I was embarrassed of myself having such preconceptions while watching athletes from different countries overcoming their disabilities and working hard to improve their judo skills." He added, "I will continue to participate in international tournaments for the disabled as well as regular tournaments in Korea to display the strength of Korea in judo." YU's judo team has a long history and tradition since it was founded in 1956. Lee Gyeong-geun, gold medalist in the 1988 Seoul Olympics, and Kwak Dae-sung, silver medalist in the 1996 Atlanta Olympics both graduated from YU. Kim's gold is the first medal won from an international tournament since Lee Chan-joo (YU, Sports Science, '12) won a bronze medal in the -60kg division at the 2015 East Asian Judo Championships.
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College of Music Korean Music Major (Instrumental Music) Kim Min-chang wins 'grand prize' at the Daegu Korean Music Festival Began practicing after hearing second grade teacher playing the daegeum in elementary school Took first place in every contest... After resting for 4 years, began practicing again in second year of high school [May 30, 2017] <Kwon Min-chang of the College of Music Korean Music Major (Instrumental Music) who won the grand prize at the 28th Daegu Korean MUsic Festival National Korean Music Contest> A country boy who began playing the daegum (traditional Korean flute) is taking one step at a time in becoming a traditional Korean music virtuoso after many hardships during his adolescent years. Kwon Min-chang (22, College of Music Korean Music Major (Instrumental Music), junior) who is majoring in the daegum at YU recently won the 'grand prize' at the general contest in the recently held 28th Daegu Korean Music Festival National Korean Music Contest. The grand prize encompasses all events such as instrumental music, pansori, dance, folk songs, and pungmul for overall first place. Kwon played the Kim Dong-jin style daegeum sanjo (free-style solo) at this contest and took first place in the instrumental section. In the finals, he competed for the grand prize with other participants who took first place in their respective fields. In result, he won the grand prize and won the Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism Award and a cash prize of two million won. Mr. Kwon began to shine from his freshman year by winning the silver medal at the 2013 national daegeum contest. In fact, Kwon was recognized for his talents by sweeping various student contests since he was young. He also appeared in the 'KBS Growth Documentary - Dream' TV show when he was in the fifth grade. Kwon first learned the daegeum when he was in second grade in elementary school. He happened to hear his homeroom teacher in the second grade play the daegeum, and he said that he fell in love with the daegeum since then. "After class, I was outside playing with my friends, but I heard the sound of the daegeum flowing out of an empty classroom. I did not know that it was a daegeum at first. I took a peak through the door and saw my teacher playing the daegeum. I stood there dazed by the sound that came out of the instrument. Then my teacher called at me and asked me if I wanted to try. That's when I started practicing the daegeum with my teacher." Kwon received lessons every day from his teacher since then. He said, "My teacher took time out to teach. I was given lessons on the weekends once I became a little older and even took me to daegeum contests all around the country. My teacher is like my parent." Kwon won most of the contests that he entered, demonstrating unparalleled talent. Despite financial issues at home, he continued to work hard and always stayed on top. He was recognized for his growth potential and was promised sponsorship as well. "After appearing on 'KBS Growth Documentary - Dream', the president of KBS promised to sponsor me so that I could continue my studies. It was not limited to just daegeum lessons, but also other studies such as math and English. Despite his extraordinary talents, Kwon stopped playing the daegeum for a while during his adolescent years. Kwon became interested in bodybuilding in middle school and decided to pick up workout equipment instead of playing the daegeum. This trait in which he perseveres to the end once he puts his mind on something was also demonstrated here. Kwon said he worked out extremely hard just like he played the daegeum all the time in elementary school. By the end of his third year in middle school, he beat older high school students and was selected to represent all students of Gyeongsangbuk-do. But financial problems once again became an issue. "I figured that since I would represent our province, I would be able to go on off-season training and receive proper training. However, I did not receive as much support as I expected. So I had no choice but to give up on this path. I cried a lot at this time." Kwon went on to a technical high school after giving up on his dream that he worked on for three years. He did not practice the daegeum and stopped working out and focused on studying in high school. But at the end of his first year, he got in touch with his teacher who taught him the daegeum in elementary school. "I received a phone call at my high school. My teacher said that he happened to hear about me from another teacher and said that he wanted to meet with me. I felt sorry that I never got in touch with him, but moreover, I was happy to be able to see him. I met with him and he told me that the sponsorship was still available. He asked me if I wanted to go back and play the daegeum. I did not think twice and said that I wanted to." Mr. Kwon picked up the daegeum after four years and has since been moving forward to become a virtuoso of this instrument. In his third year in high school, he took first place in the instrumental music section at the YU music competition and was admitted to YU on a scholarship. Kwon said that he had no regrets on stopping the daegeum during middle school and focusing on something else. He said, "It was okay then, and it is okay now. If I just followed the path given to me through sponsorships, I may not be here today. I gained a lot more by having more diverse experiences rather than spending my entire childhood and adolescence with the daegeum." Nowadays, Kwon is invited to events and also gives lessons to people who want to learn how to play the daegeum. He also made a fusion traditional Korean music band titled 'Madi' and puts on performances. We asked what Kwon's dream is. He answered, "Just like when I was in the second grade of elementary school where I fell in love with the sound of the daegeum, I really do not have a concrete goal for the future. I just love the sound of the daegeum and our traditional music, and so I want to just spend every day listening to, playing and enjoying traditional music. I know I am still young and not ready to become the greatest virtuoso, but enjoying our music on a daily basis can be a happy life in my opinion."
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