The Haneul Academy Post

The Haneul Academy Post 2012 The Contents Haneul Greeting 03 Greeting from our Principal Editorial-Why Haneul Academy Post? Academy Introduction 04 State of the Art Facilities Post Haneul Scholarship Program 05 Specialized Courses July, 2012 Vol. 2 06 Meet Kim Ji-ho Improve Your English 07 Student Essay, “Dream and Passion” 08 Haneul Lacrosse Interview 09 Introducing Dr. Andrey Tetenov Haneul on TV 10 Drama Shoot at Haneul Special Haneul 12 The College Admission Presentation Violence-Free Haneul 13 A Trip to China Come to YJD 14 Young Jeong Island-Special Feature Essays 18 Incheon Asian Games, 2014 Why don’t we have interest in K-League? 19 Career Spotlight-Program Director Video Game Review Brain Quiz

Editor-in-Chief Staff Choi Min Seok Kim Hyun Young Park Jung Eun Kim Hak Gyun Jo Ga Hee Lim Chae Hoon Kim Na Woon Faculty Advisor Seol Seong Sim Bae Ji Young John Cowie Lee Han Yi Yoon Sang A Jeon So Yeon Kim Ji Hyang Han Young Joo Lee Se Yeun Technical Advisor Kim Sung Min Ko Kwang Jin Choi Jeong Woo Kwon Do Yoon Lee Hye Min Han In Koo

Haneul Academy Address 400-831 Unseo-dong 569, Jung-gu, Incheon, Korea Principal Tel 032-745-0400 Fax 031-745-0401 Web www.haneul.hs.kr Kang Seok Yoon Vice Principal copyright©2012 Haneul Academy Joo Seok Hoon All rights reserved including the right of reproduction in whole or in part in any form. Greeting Introducing Haneul Academy interview Haneul on TV Special Haneul Come to YJD Essays

A greeting from our principal

“Dream and Passion” is the motto into an elite university, of which you can read about in this for our school. It is these words publication. To be able to offer the greatest possible oppor- that represent our high standards tunities to our students’ futures is the utmost priority of this and philosophy of education. Here institution. at Haneul it is our primary goal to Together, we shall create bright futures and nurture young cultivate young minds to prepare minds. Together, we shall create a better tomorrow not only them for the best possible future. for Korea, but the world as well. It is my dream to have this school become one of the most elite insti- Principal of Haneul Academy tutions not just in Korea but internationally as well. Mr. Gang Seok Yoon We have implemented a number of programs since our estab- lishment which maximize the students’ chances to matriculate

Why Haneul Academy Post?

“Is this Haneul Academy’s English Through a survey of asking students newspaper?” Lee Chae-wook, chief ex- the reason they learn English, many an- ecutive of the IIAC (Incheon Internation- swered “To get a good score on English al Airport Corporation) asks as he walks exams”. Through this survey, it is clear down the hallway of Haneul Academy’s that quite a lot of students in Korea per- classrooms on it’s completion ceremony ceive English just as a basic skill to pass day. the college entrance exam, which can be Haneul Academy had it’s first ever a very wrong concept of thought. English newspaper ‘Haneul Academy On the other side, there were a minor-

Post’ published and distributed at it’s ity of students who showed a different global leader.” construction completion ceremony response to the survey whom drew at- Through making English newspapers, which has held on the 21st of October. tention. “I think the English textbooks students can kill two birds with one English newspapers take a quite amount we learn from at school aren’t the best stone. of time and effort to make, especially for answer to actual English improvement.” Not only can they train their writing non-native students. Then why take all says Park Hye-jin. She has always want- skills through news articles, but can also the trouble to make one instead of just a ed to study abroad but never actually had develop talking abilities through edito- Korean paper? the chance. But she has made friends rial conferences in English. Being con- English ability has become a critical from all over the globe through social trary to hard formulaic school textbooks, skill that any Korean student must have to networking and pen-pals through e-mail. making an English newspaper seems to achieve their dream, which in most cases She and her friends think through prac- be an enormous help in learning English is entering a good university. However, tical English education, it would help on an overall basis. we are starting to forget the primary pur- them to communicate with people from pose of learning a language, which is to different locations and cultures. “I think Editor-in-Chief and School Captain communicate with one another. it is necessary to learn English to be a Choi Min-Suk

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State-of-the-Art Facilities Choi Min-suk

Haneul Academy boasts the highest level of facilities for the students’ educational efficiency and health. Every classroom is equipped with electronic lecture desks, connected with a computer and an audio system that allows the lecturer to use a microphone. The beam projector and automatic screen is controlled by the touch screen panel, and all the chairs are designed to reduce drowsiness.

Cafeteria school canteen is right beside the cafeteria and the student The cafeteria is separated into lounge, with a 7-11 convenience store. two areas, one for the students and the other for the teaching staff. Academic Building 1, 2 Wall hanging televisions are fit on to the cafeteria pillars and conveyer belts help speed the clean up.

Gym The gym can accommodate many sports such as basketball, badminton, table tennis and more, For everyday health, a fitness gym is built for students’ health maintenance. The fitness area consists of weight machines and treadmills, the treadmills each having a built-in The two academic buildings separate the boys’ classrooms TV. and the girls’ classrooms. It also consists of many subject classrooms, where students follow the new classroom system, Main Building in which teachers stay in their respective subject classrooms, ‘Home base’ is lo- while students move to each room according to their subject cated on the second and timetables. third floor is where all Also, there are two research zones ‘Media Space 1, 2’ for on- the students’ lockers line searching and group activities requiring the use of com- are with numeric digi- puters and debating tables, tal electronic locking systems. There are subject labs such as The school’s health room is built on the first floor of Aca- physics and chemistry, also music and arts classrooms. The demic Building 1.

구분 선발인원 선발기준 수혜 장학금

[신입생] ˚ 수석:입학금+3년분 수업료(학교운영지원비 포함) Haneul Scholarship Program 꿈 장학금Ⅰ O명 - 입학 성적 최우수자 및 차점자 ˚ 차석:입학금+1년분 수업료(학교운영지원비 포함) - 성적산출근거: 진단평가(200)+입학성적(100) * 단, 장학금 지원 시기 동안 학기말 성적 상위 10%이내 유지를 조건으로 함

[신입생] 꿈 장학금Ⅱ OO명 - 전형유형별(사회배려대상자 제외)정원의 성적 상위 10%이내 학생 입학금 및 수업료(학교운영지원비 포함) 1기분 Haneul offers several scholarships, which is a great attri- - 성적산출근거: 진단평가(200)+입학성적(100) [재학생] 인천공항 OO명 - 1학년 전체(1학기+2학기) 성적이 우수한자 2,3학년 수업료 전액(학교운영지원비는 제외) 장학금 bute of Haneul Academy, We have ordinary scholarships - 세부 사항은 장학위원회에서 심의를 거쳐 결정함 [재학생] 하늘 장학금 OO명 다음 학기 수업료(학교운영지원비 포함) 전액 but also offer several for students who show a high increase - 학기 성적이 상위 5%이내인 학생 [재학생] 열정 장학금 OO명 - 성적 향상 정도에 따라 5% 이내인 학생 다음 학기 수업료(학교운영지원비 포함) 전액 in their academic scores, which indicates that our school is * 단, 타장학금 수혜로 인해 대상자가 빠진 경우는 차순위로 선발 [졸업생] 학생 일인당 300만원 특별 장학금Ⅰ O명 not only concerned about those students with high grades, - 장학위원회에서 심의를 거쳐 의결한 자 * 지급 조건 : 1년간 멘토 활동을 전제함. [졸업생] 특별 장학금Ⅱ O명 - 대학에 합격했으나 가정 형편이 어려운 학생 학생 일인당 300만원 but also to the students who have shown passion in their - 장학위원회에서 심의를 거쳐 의결함 [재학생] 매화 장학금 OO명 - 가정 형편은 어렵지만 학교생활 열심히 잘하고 있고 타의 모범이 되는 학생 장학금 액수는 가변적임 academic progress. - 장학위원회에서 심의를 거쳐 결정함 [재학생] 대외 장학금 OO명 장학금 액수는 가변적임 - 위의 장학금 수혜자외의 학생

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Specialized Courses Choi Min-suk

Weekend College Course Special Information Lecture Students spend time with scholar professors every weekend, Special up-to-date lectures about college entrance given by completing a general education curriculum at the level of ac- experts in charge of major universities’ college admission. tual college education, acquiring two required credits per se- Classes about studying methods and college entrance strate- mester. gies taught by renowned lecturers of college admission.

Subjects: Overseas work-study program • Humanities- Textual Exposition, College English, A program where first year students choose a research theme Economics, Philosophy in groups and travel overseas to study, mainly to neighboring • Natural sciences course- Calculus, Physics, countries such as Japan, China or South-East Asia. Chemistry and Biology Individualized skill and R&E (Research & Education) proficiency program Students are given a chance to write a full thesis paper on Classes that are run in a form of ‘Club Activity’, taught by the topic of their choice. During school vacation, university professional instructors invited through outsourcing. professors serve as academic advisors to help students on their Participation in various competitions and championships, papers . nurturing technicians (Encourages professional certifica- tions). After school activity Every student learns at least one musical instrument (haeg- Global Cultivation Education uem, daeguem, gayaguem, cello, guitar, flute, double bass, vi- Intensive English communication training through native olin, oboe, etc.) and a sport (curling, basketball, soccer, inline speaking instructor coursework.. skating, kendo, swimming, lacrosse) which is mandatory for Intensification of foreign language education through Eng- developing students to assure they are not only academically lish language competition, Conversation and second foreign proficient, but also physically fit. language classes. Encourages English certification tests such as TEPS and AP (Advanced Placement) & TOEFL. UP (University-Level Program) AP (Advanced Placement): Students who wish to enter for- Sensitivity and Personality education eign universities can complete college courses beforehand. Participation in many cultural activities hosted in Seoul. UP (University-Level Program): Students who wish to enter Various open programs such as Parent classes, Liberal Arts domestic universities can complete Seoul National University hosted by guest instructors. and Korea University’s college courses in groups. Intensification of reading and writing education and invigo- ration of debating skills hosted by the school council. Vacation College Course An intensive course of R&E (Research & Education). Local community Collaboration program Students are individually guided by scholar professors to Program providing on-line lectures for lower-income write thesis papers through intensive research and study. groups.

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Meet Kim Ji-ho Kim Na-woon, Kim Ji-hyang

school’s entrance exam. We were able to sit down and chat with her.

Q1. What do you think about life in Haneul Academy? A1. Starting out, there were some tough times, but now I feel comfortable because I’ve adjusted to it. I’m thankful I can be provided a high quality education from the best teachers and have the best environment to study.

Q2. How about the school programs? A2. That is so tremendous because various programs such as major studies, individual instruction and the weekend college After Haneul Academy opened in 2011, the first new stu- program are very helpful to us. I started an English discussion dents entered our school, the second sophomore class was club in which we watch a documentary which deals with en- matriculated in March, 2012. Many extremely bright students vironmental and social issues, and then, we’ll discuss it using not only from Young Jeong Island, but other areas of Incheon only English. I expect that it will improve my English ability as and across Korea, applied for admission to our school. It was well as my conversational and reasoning skills. through the fierce competition of a 5:1 application to admission ratio that the first year class was selected. Q3. What motivated you to come to our school? Those applicants fortunate enough to be accepted were asked A3. My dream job is to be a tax specialty lawyer, so I thought to live in the dormitory for a month and partake in prerequisite if I came to Haneul Academy and was offered a superb educa- learning before formal entrance. tion, I would reach my dream more easily. One student, Kim Ji Ho, is of particular interest because she was the only incoming student to receive a perfect score on our

Improve your English Han Young-joo

An English teacher, Kyoung-Hoon Kim, in Haneul Academy should go to an English teacher and ask for help with your has some advice for how to study English. First of all, you studies. It would be helpful if you show the teacher your test should realize that English is a subject which is full of fun. For scores.. The English teacher may suggest a book or how to use example, speaking in another language or experiencing a new the book based on your scores. Lastly, you should combine all culture can help you become interested in English. Second, these tips to create your own self-directed learning plan. If you you should have a distinct motivation. If you study English make the plan with your teacher, it will be more effective. I just for the SAT, that is not enough. You should have a bigger hope you all get a satisfying result! • Han Young-ju aim than this to gain passion. Third, you should know what your strengths and weaknesses are and focus your studies on your weak areas. When you discover what to study more, you

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“Dream and Passion” Jang Dong-wook

This is my first year as a high school student. Within a short period, many parts of my life have changed since entering Haneul Academy. To name a few examples, I’ve made a lot of nice new friends, met excellent teachers and started to live in a dormitory, being separated from my family.

At first it was quite hard to stand all the hardships alone in a place like Haneul Academy, but slowly I’m getting used to this new environment. I think my friends have almost adjusted themselves to the new life, too. However, it is true that life in this school isn’t easy at all. We gave up every pleasure and comfort in life when we came here. We chose this way ourselves. Why? The reason is simple. We gathered in this place just for one thing. To realize our dreams.

These days many of my friends look so hopeless and their enthusiasm seems to be gone. Perhaps I can explain the cause of this depression. I think it is because they do not have dreams of their own.

“What is your dream?” “What do you want to do in the future?” “What kind of person do you want to be when you grow up?”

Of course all of you must have answered all these questions to interviewers before you entered Haneul, but I want you to think carefully, was it your ‘real dream’? Was it really the thing which you really wanted to put all your passion into?

Without a dream, you are nothing but a dead soul. It’s like sailing without a compass.

We are still young and energetic. We are able to make anything possible if we start right now. There are so many valuable opportunities still awaiting us. However you will soon miss most of them unless you struggle to catch them because they are only given to endeavoring young people who have their own dreams, just as the saying goes that ‘heaven helps those who help themselves’.

So what I want to tell you is this; find your dream, set your goal, and challenge your limits. Your efforts will not betray you. I guarantee your dreams will come true.

Haneul means ‘sky’. Someday you will surely fly high up in the sky and you will be able to reach its highest spot if you don’t ever lose your ‘Dream and Passion’. Never fear! Also, I will never give up, either.

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Haneul Lacrosse Choi Min-suk

Lacrosse is a sport that is played world an after school sports program at our 10 players, the team played a total of 4 wide from America, Canada to Austra- school every Tuesday and Thursday full games without substitute players. lia. and our team consists of eighteen play- Although the game results weren’t as ers. At first, no student even knew the word ‘Lacrosse’ and most of them had never seen the sport. However, the call for our school’s league participation was decided and the students had to train for it. When other schools had five days of It is a very fast-played sport and the training a week and had experienced la- satisfactory, ranking last, the play was goal is to score the ball onto the oppo- crosse for years, our students had only remarkable considering that the play- nent team’s post. The men’s league team started to know the game rules, and were ers received their gear and tried them on normally consists of around 10 people, for the first time only four days before a goalkeeper and three players each for the game. The second day of the league defending, striking and mid fielding. It was much better because all the players is played using a crosse, a pole similar that had missed the last game due to the to those used in a hockey match at the math test were all in play. Because the length of around 91 ~ 180 cm, and play- freshmen had joined our school team we ers are not allowed to play the ball with now have more players ready to play the anything except the pole. Haneul Acad- only given two days of training a week. game. On June 10th, our team had won emy’s first lacrosse team participated in Unfortunately, the date scheduled for for the first time ever at the 2012 Korean the 2011 Korean Lacrosse High School the league’s first matches overlapped League under a comparatively limited with the KMC(Korean Mathematics training environment and had yet, tried Competition) and many fine team play- their best as a team. Lacrosse is run as ers had to miss the match. With only

Lacrosse High School League, scoring two goals against Daewon Foreign Lan- guage Highschool Lacrosse team. Now, all the students love playing lacrosse and even when the league for the year is over, they still run around the school playground during lunchtime enjoying lacrosse. Though Haneul Academy is a beginner, we hope to beat other powerful teams in the future. And maybe perhaps, who knows we might someday win the high school league.

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Introducing Dr. Andrey Tetenov Kim Na-woon, Lee Hye-min

In March, 2012, Andrey Tetenov, a professor at Novosibirsk State University in Siberia, Russia, has come to Haneul Academy to improve student’s mathematical performance. Professor Tetenov is from the gifted Russian Academy of Science Mathematical Olympiad and is an esteemed international Math- ematician. He has presented about 45 academic articles in advanced mathematic theory, and has been awarded nine times by the American Science Foundation. He has not only delivered lectures all over the world in places such as Germany, England, India and many others, but also served several month at the University of Oklahoma as a visiting professor. It is certainly Haneul Academy’s honor to count him among our faculty this year.

Interview

Q1. In what places, have you taught be- Q5. You have taught at this school for two fore coming to Haneul Academy? months, what is your impression of the stu- A1. I thought at several schools including dents? Physical and Math school in Novosibirsk at A5. At first, it seemed that Korean students Novosibrisk Pedagogical University, Gorno know everything. But after some time, it be- Altaist University and several universities in came clear that there are some things which India. I also have given lectures in the USA, need to be taught. They know wide, but not England and Germany. deep. I like their ability to work long and hard. Q2. What made you decide to come to In- cheon Haneul Academy? Q6. You have taught not only Haneul A2. I have never been to Korea before and Academy students but also other school’s this was an excellent chance to get to know students, what do you think about a char- research and the best problem is a problem Korean students. acteristic of Korean students compared which was solved by no one. Others have with foreign students? no value. Begin your research, and you will Q3. How do you spend a time on holi- A6. Korean students know how to man- learn a lot. days? age their time and are very realistic. I prefer A3. I love hiking, riding bicycle, traveling to work with people who have an intensive Although it was a short meeting, it was great to different places and writing mathematical working schedule. In the distant future, this time to interview with Professor Tetenov. We papers. gives a better quality of understanding. are honored to have such an eminent scholar among us. Q4. You are currently living in the school’s Q7. Any tips or know-how on ways for student dormitory, are there any inconve- students of Haneul Academy to improve niences? their mathematical thinking? A4. Yes. Too many joyful sounds at 12:30 A.M. A7. The best way is to begin mathematical

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Drama shoot at Haneul! Han Young-joo, Choi Min-suk, Ko Kwang-jin

‘닥치고 꽃미남 밴드’, or strangely known in English as ‘Shut Up Flower Boy Band’ was filmed in Haneul Academy from Janu- ary to March 6 of this year. The drama is about a high school band coming of age and also teen love. The film crew managed to hold a fan meeting in which Haneul students could meet the cast and have a little time together. Here is Seong-Joon and Min Gyu’s interview. Meanwhile, the drama finished airing March 20th.

Haneul_ Please introduce yourselves briefly. were there any difficulties compared to other projects? Seong-jun_ Hello I am Seong-jun and I am playing the char- Seong-jun_ First, getting the idea of our roles... it was very acter Kwon Ji-hyuk. hard at first trying to act as musicians when we really weren’t. Min-kyu_ I am Yoo Min-kyu and I in the drama I am Kim We tried very hard to put in the sentiments of the people play- Ha-jin. ing music. Haneul_ What was your first impression of the school and Min-kyu_ We also took guitar lessons so that we could play students of Haneul Academy? them ourselves when shooting rather than having a double do Min-kyu_ This school was very different from the school I it for us. went when I was a high schooler. It felt very different... We felt Seong-jun_ There was nothing too tricky, we were rather very welcome and we thank you for that. enjoying ourselves. The crew around us were very kind and Haneul_ As the drama’s theme is about high school bands, as everyone loves music, we had a great time. There were no

10 Greeting Introducing Haneul Academy interview Haneul on TV Special Haneul Come to YJD Essays troubles. Seong-jun_ Now, all it needs is a swimming pool! Ha ha! Min-kyu_ But you were always tired. Haha! Haneul_ That’s a great idea! At last, is there anything to Seong-jun_ We all are.. ha ha. but really, there were no dif- say to the students of Haneul Academy who will be watching ficulties at all. the drama constantly when they get their once-a-month home Haneul_ The role you acted out in the last drama was also as visit? a band vocalist. How are your actual musical skills? Seong-jun_ We really thank you for loving our drama so Seong-jun_ Well I can’t really tell... much... And I heard that the students here are really academi- Min-kyu_ Come on, you have excellent skills. cally gifted. I hope we did not disturb the studying by shooting Seong-jun_ Well, I guess I can imitate musicians. at your school. I want to say sorry and thank you again for Haneul_ Can you summarize this drama in one sentence? being so cooperative. Seong-jun_ Well our drama is about music, and rather than focusing on the visual side we focused on the story of growing young student musicians. I used to live in Dae Chi Dong where I could see the gaps between the rich and poor and in this drama, we tried to show those kind of gaps between school students. Min-kyu_ We hope that the viewers see our drama as a teen drama about growing youth musicians. Haneul_ When you first arrived at Haneul Academy, what was the most impressive part to you? Seong-jun_ When filming our last drama ‘White Christ- mas’, the scenes were filmed at Hana Academy in Seoul and I thought the place was pretty much like a college campus. This time filming at Haneul Academy, the amazing facilities and grounds weren’t much of a surprise, maybe it’s because we have already been to Hana Academy, the two places look very much alike. But still, I think the school is amazing. Min-kyu_ The main stairs and the cool interior, the study rooms... the place has a great atmosphere for studying.

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The College Admission Presentation Choi Min-suk

“We’ve arranged this presentation at the start of a semester to provide students and parents the latest pre- cise news about college admissions, to help them in the process of college entrance.”

-Mr Kang Seok Yun, Principal, Haneul Academy

On March 24th, Haneul Academy invited students and parents to the school gym for a college admission presentation and Principal Kang explained about the misconceptions of school academic reports. The invitation for the event was posted on the school’s homepage, and about 500-700 were expected to attend. However, almost 1,500 visited that day, displaying the intense interest the school has been drawing recently. Individual consultations for entering Haneul Academy was offered on the same day after the presentation.

Violence-Free Haneul Bae Ji-young

School violence has been an issue of concern nowadays, especially, the suicide of a bullied middle school student in Daegu. Preventing bullying and violence is now a national priority. Nationally, the number of middle and high school students who claim to be bullied stands at 12.7%. On the other hand, in a survey of Haneul’s student body, the number was 0. One of the reasons for this figure can be attributed to a smaller class size and stronger teacher supervision. Also, the students living in a dormitory setting creates a kind of closeness like family, and students bond more easily. The community setting pro- motes more consideration for others. It is a serious problem we cannot ignore, and hopefully the model of Haneul Academy can be a learning point for schools that want to minimize their problem.

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A TRIP TO CHINA

The Haneul Student Body had their spring trip in late May of this year. They were able to select from 3 destinations- Beijing or Shanghai in China, or the Yeosu World Exposition on the southernmost part of our penninsula. As you can see, it was a great and relaxing time for everyone.

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Kim Hyun-young

Haneul Academy is located in the central portion of Young Jeong Island, in Incheon near New Airport City. Until the year 2000, Young Jeong was actually two islands, the other being Yong Yu island. A massive land 8-year reclama- tion project was undertaken in 1992 to accommodate Incheon International Airport and the two islands were linked together to form our current island. Young Jeong Island is linked to the mainland by the Young Jeong and Incheon Bridges, as well as the Arex commuter train. Two ferry terminals are also on the island serving passengers bound for the outer islands or Wolmido.

The Incheon Grand Bridge Kim Hyun-young

The Incheon Grand Bridge was completed in October, 2009 at a cost of USD 1.4 billion. It is the second bridge connecting Young Jeong with the mainland, the other being the Young Jeong Bridge. The Incheon Grand Bridge connects the island to the Songdo area of Incheon, and can reduce travel time to the airport by up to one hour. At 21.3 kilometers in length, it is the world’s 7th longest cable-stayed bridge.

Young Jeong Bike Path Han In-koo

Nowadays, we see many people who enjoy bike riding. Some researchers claim that in the future the bike will replace cars. Because of global warming and fossil fuel depletion many people feel this may be the only alternative for the future. Thereby, many people will ride bikes. So, nowadays there are many bike paths just like the Young Jeong bike path. Young Jeong Island’s bike path starts at the Unseo subway station and goes around the island, ending at Incheon International Airport Freight Terminal. The path’s condition is excellent, and it is called the best bike road in Incheon by many people. Also, when you ride, you can stop for baked clams and kalguksu at Eul Wang Li beach. By riding a bike, you can improve your health and you can eat great food. You can kill two birds with one stone by riding a bike!

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Fishing Seol Seong-sim

For people who want to fish but can’t find a suitable fishing area and want to catch many fish. I have a recommendation for them. Young Jeong island is a great fishing area. There are many varieties of fish around the island. Some com- mon fish are goby, soft shell clam and gray mullet. Others are carp, spotty belly greenling, mudskipper, and flatfish. You can find them all around island. There are two well known fishing locations in Young Jeong Island. One is the Man Jung fishing hole, the other is the Jung Sung fishing hole. Man Jung offers both freshwater fishing and sea fishing where many fish can be caught. Jung Sung fishing hole offers sea fishing. Keep in mind these have an entrance fee. If you don’t want to pay money, you can fish any place along the south seawall, north seawall, Sammock dock, Muui Island dock, or Fairy Rock. I recommend Muui Island dock or Fairy Rock to beginner, as they are more accessible. You can also fish in the winter on Young Jeong Island. Young Jeong Island is accessible by the Young Jeong or Incheon Bridges, or by the Airport Train. (AREX)

Wang San Beach Kwon Do-yoon

Wang San beach, which is located on Young Jeong Island, is the closest beach from Seoul. It is also conveniently located near major roadways for easy access. It has lots of space and a lengthy coastline to accommodate many weekend beachgoers. It is located next to the Eul Wang Li beach, but is more attractive to visitors because Wang San offers many more parking spaces. There are many events to attend here, which visitors can enjoy on the beach. There are outdoor performances, rafting, a ‘mud experience’, and a youth camp among other things. The Korean comedy program ‘One Night, Two Days‘ has recently shot an epi- sode here. and the Asian Triathlon Championship Series was held at the beach in 2009. There are many restaurants close to the beach. so visitors can enjoy fresh seafood there. During low tide, the sea recedes completely so everyone can enjoy a mud massage or digging for clams. The beach provides a beautiful sunset. The sand of the Wang San beach is comparatively rough, so it’s better to take sandals when you come, and when you come you must check the tide time, since low tide makes it impossible for you to swim. If you want to experience a quiet, beautiful beach, I strongly recommend Wang San to you.

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Caffe Ora Kwon Do-yoon

One of the largest and most architecturally Caffe Ora is always crowded because of impressive coffee shops in Korea, or any- free valet parking, a great view, and a nearby where, is Caffe Ora. hotel. Caffe Ora is located between the Ul Wang For the convenience of visitors, it has both Li and Wang San beaches. Its construction smoking and non-smoking facilities. I rec- is associated with nature and shows the geo- ommend Caffe Ora so you can experience the metric beauty, the straight lines and curves most fragrant coffees, delicious food and the which remind us of the sea. best view on the island.

The Golden Sky Resort Ko Kwang-jin

Young Jeong Island is a popular summer at- fitness facility, all equipped with the newest and traction for many Koreans, mostly known for state of the art luxuries for their enjoyment. its beaches and seafood restaurants. While the Golden Sky is best enjoyed with family due island’s population is relatively small, about to the large, indoor/outdoor water park on the 25,000, many times that number of visitors grounds. Family weekend packages are avail- come to enjoy the island during the hot months able to enjoy a stay at the hotel and a day with of summer. the family frolicking at the water park. One of the most popular attractions is the Room rates start at KRW 150,000 up to KRW Golden Sky Resort, located near Eulwangni 3,500,000 if you would like to treat yourself to Beach on the island’s west coast. Boasting 160 a stay in the Presidential Suite. ocean-view rooms, 41 mountain view rooms, as Once you visit, you will be convinced that well as impressive recreation facilities, it seems Young Jeong Do is the perfect place to com- a perfect weekend getaway for those wanting to bine a luxurious facility and the pastoral scen- escape the busy pace of city life. Accessibility ery of the sea in perfect harmony. If you want is a great strength for Golden Sky, as it is less a great trip, come to Young Jeong Do, come to than an hour’s drive from downtown Seoul. Golden Sky Resort. Guests can enjoy a fully equipped sauna and

Yong Gung Temple Ko Kwang-jin

One of the most famous tourist destinations of several beautiful buildings, among them a are both almost 20 meters tall and 6 meters in on Young Jeong Island is the Yong Gung Taoist shrine dedicated to the Big Dipper con- diameter at the base. The trees are regarded as temple. It was designated as an national cul- stellation, and a Buddhist sanctum. Of particu- the patron saints of Yong Gung Temple. tural asset in 1990. The temple is located at the lar interest there is a stone statue of Buddha There is a natural mineral water spring which northeast base of Baek Un Mountain. It was which is famous for its height, (about 11m) constantly flows, and visitors are welcome to founded during the reign of King Moonmoo and its intricate design. quench their thirst. in the 7th century AD. A well-known monk There are two special elm trees and they are If you take a trip to Young Jeong Island, in the Shilla period, Great Master Wonhyo, known as the ‘Grandfather Zelkova’ and the please do not hesitate to visit Yong Gung founded the temple. ‘Grandmother Zelkova’. The two trees are Temple for the fascinating history, and the Yong Gung temple is famous for its beau- estimated to be about 1300 years old, approxi- great peace of mind the surroundings can of- tiful landscape and structures. It is composed mately the same age as the temple itself. They fer.

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Maglev Lee Se-yeun

Young Jeong’s newest innovation, the magnetic levitation train, or Maglev, shall be starting service in 2013 from the Incheon International Airport to the planned Yongyoo-Mui Leisure Complex on the eastern coast of the island, with 9 planned stations along the route. The Maglev requires little energy to move, as it creates no friction since it is actually elevated several centimeters above the track itself by use of powerful electro- magnets. The track currently under construction is 6.1 kilometers long, with future plans for it to go a full 37 kilometers around the island. A Maglev train in Japan set a speed record traveling 561 kilometers per hour, but Incheon’s version is considered a low speed variety, with a planned speed of 110. Each train shall have 2 cars and accommodate 90 passengers per trip.

SKY 72 Golf club Park Jung-eun, Jo Ga-hee

SKY 72 Golf club is located in Unseo-dong Nee from Taiwan won the tournament. Each really true? in Young Jeong Island. SKY 72 Golf club hole is named after a famous golfer. - A2. Um... Actually that isn’t really true. is composed of four courses- the Sky course, But, we have the biggest golf club in Korea. the Race course, the Classic course, and the We were able to talk with the manager of Ocean course, a total of 72 holes. We visited the course, and this is what he had to say. It was a very interesting tour although it the Ocean course. When we saw it, it was - Q1. What is that? That looks like the sand was really windy. And we were proud of our amazing because the golf course is so huge. covering a pirate’s treasure chest! SKY72 Golf Club visit, because our school is The course is quite windy because it is near - A1. When the golfers play, the golf clubs located in Young Jeong Island just as the golf the sea, but the ocean view is quite impres- can damage the grass. So, if we cover it with club is. But, in 2020, Incheon International sive. The golf course is beautiful and the fa- sand, the grass will be less damaged. Airport Corporation will make a 5th runway, cilities are comfortable. Every fall they host - Q2. We saw the Guinness Book of Records and when they do, it will come at the expense an LPGA tournament. Last year Chung Ya this is the world’s biggest golf club. Is that of the golf course.

Incheon International Airport

Incheon International Airport opened in early 2001, and has since become the self-pro- claimed ‘Hub of Asia’. It is currently the world’s eighth busiest airport for passenger volume, and has the capacity to accommodate 44 million annually. For seven years running, it has been named the world’s best airport by Airports Council international.

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Incheon Asian Games, 2014 Yoon Sang-a

Incheon will host the 17th Asian Games in 2014. They are held every The Asian Games closing ceremony takes place in the main stadium four years across Asia. South Korea was unable to participate in the first in Yeon Hui Dong in Seogu, which will be completed in April 2014. games, in New Delhi, India in 1951, but since has participated in all The manager of the Games says there will be a total of 49 competi- games. This will mark the third time South Korea has hosted the games, tion venues. Of these, 16 will be newly created and the rest shall be the first two being Seoul in 1986, and Busan in 2002. remodeled existing venues. if the construction of the stadiums goes The Incheon Asian Games will as planned, The buildings will be be held from September 19th to finished when the games are just October 4th with 45 countries and around the corner. There is a ques- almost 20,000 athletes expected to tion of Incheon’s financial capabil- participate in a total of 436 events ity to support the massive cost of with 36 different sports and disci- construction, and government sup- plines. port may be necessary. The goal of the Incheon Asian By hosting the Incheon Asian Games is to create a feeling of har- games, we strive toward the com- mony and magnanimity, with a bal- mon goal of unity and integration of ance between sports and culture. citizens, with the successful hosting One of the reasons why the Incheon games are receiving so much at- of the games inspiring a feeling of national pride and enhancing the tention is the mascots. The mascots are the symbolic icons representing value of its brand as an international city, as well as promoting the na- the spotted seal from Baengnyeong Island in Incheon. It will add inter- tional development of athletics. It is expected Incheon will increase its est to the games, creating a story of adventure of the seals that crisscross standing in the international community and create its own identity as the world and broadcast the news of the Incheon Asian Games. a result of these games.

Why don’t we have interest in K-League? Han In-gu

Some of Haneul’s students and teachers were granted VIP access to the and so on aren’t in K-League. K-League can’t attract stars because of Incheon United match vs. Gyeongnam FC on April 1st. It was a very ex- it’s low popularity. citing day, as full access to players and coaches was granted for postgame Be that as it may, we can’t forbid a star player from playing abroad. interviews and photos. (Special thanks to Mr. Cha Young Il and Ms. Lee It is the player’s right. And, it introduces Korea and Korean stars to the Da Hye for making this possible) world. We Koreans are interested in soccer but we aren’t interested in K- As a final point, as Koreans, we should support our league and try to League. It is very different with soccer friendly countries like England, make it more popular and competitive. Germany or Spain. Their people are highly interested, or almost fanatic about their country’s league. I also watch EPL (English Premier League) which is known as the best soccer league, but I don’t follow K-League. Why don’t Koreans watch K-League? In my opinion, the problem can be attributed to two factors. First, many K-League matches aren’t on television. So those fans who can’t attend the match cannot watch their favorite club play. Naturally they will lose interest in their team. Why? Because they can’t watch the matches! There are many baseball fans in Korea, because baseball games are almost always on television. The second reason is there aren’t many star players in K-League. Ko- rea’s star players like Park Ji-sung, Park Chu-young, Ki Seong-young

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Career Spotlight-Program Director Lee Hye-min, Lee Se-yeun

the completed script. The PD also casts the Recommended majors are language and lit- appropriate staff, and actors. They determine erature, journalism, mass communication, the music, clothes, scenery, and shooting creative writing, or sociology, You will also times by coordinating with the staff. Also, need broadcasting skills, and can gain the they direct the process of filming. certificate from a private academy. If you are a student who wants to be a The gender ratio of directors, according program director, you should have ingenu- to career.net, is male dominated. Men are Are you still undecided about your career? ity, creative ideas, and the leadership to di- 87%, and women comprise 13%. The aver- There are an overwhelming number of op- rect many people and the ability to manage age age is 36.6. Among those in this profes- tions available to us, and today we will tell an emergency. You also need the ability to sion, 75.7% are college graduates, and 10.7% you about one possibility. process information quickly and have good are community college graduates. In addi- PD is the abbreviation of program director, physical health. A program director is suit- tion, the average salary is a 3.47 million won whose job it is to organize and oversee tele- able for progressive, artistic students who monthly wage. vision programs. There are a variety of re- have great leadership, responsibility and Currently, the demand for Korean program- sponsibilities that the PD has. Mainly it is the adaptability. ming is increasing internationally and the management of the broadcast and direction To become a producer, it doesn’t have demand for the PD is expected to increase of a program. The PD selects screenwriters, any educational requirements. but graduat- greatly in the future. plans the program’s schedule and evaluates ing a university is generally recommended.

Video Game Review-Call of Duty, Modern Warfare 3 Lim Chae-hoon

The Call Of Duty series is one of the most ious functions. Upgrades, like laser sighting popular games in the world. Modern Warfare and guns, can be earned by rasing the level 3, the latest game of this series has both good of the character. Also, users can call preda- and bad points. tor missiles, or request the assistance of an from its last installment, Modern Warfare 2. MW3 consists of singleplayer, multiplayer, AC-130 as reward for a kill streak, which is Especially, its graphic and multiplayer sys- and special ops modes. The singleplayer given when users kill their enemies several tem was criticized severely by many gamers mode gives us an impressive story and a real- times in a row. because it made no improvements. istic impression of the battlefield. Especially, Lastly, the special ops mode shows many Next, the balance of multiplayer is weak. cooperative play, which is known as the big- things that they didn’t show in singleplayer. For example, the FMG-9 Akimbo, a twin gest feature of the Call Of Duty series, dou- There are many missions that can’t be seen machine gun is notorious for having superior bles the gamers‘ interest. With a background in the singleplayer, such as hijacking the Air power to any other guns. of World War 3, the singleplayer mode al- Force One playing as the enemy, or becom- You can play it on PC, Xbox, and Play Sta- lows us to fight with the threat of Makarov, ing an AC-130 shooter who assists the main tion 3 for 60 USD. the villain, all over the world, in places such character. The ninth version of Call Of Duty will be as Paris, and New york. However, there are some weaknesses in Black Ops 2, and will be released in Novem- Multiplayer mode attracts gamers with var- MW3. First, there are almost no differences ber of this year.

Be the first to get all questions correct, get a valuable prize. See Mr. Cowie. 6. 3 animals that end with letters ‘key’. 1. The man you park. 7. In what country is Addis Ababa? 2. Youngest among 4 of 21. 8. Honey, Almonds, Nuts, Eggs, Udon, ??? 3. 2+2=4, 3+3=3, 100+100=? 9. Brave men fear it, blind men see it, and foolish men know it. 4. Morhaime, Adham, and Pearce-They started what storm in Korea? 10. Finish this line from the song- Where are you from, where, 5. I lunch lunch lunch lunch lunch lunch lunch lunch day day where are you from, I am from Singapore, I am from . Brain Quiz Brain

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