Korea University
Korea University, founded in 1905, is widely acknowledged as one of the country’s oldest, largest and top-ranked universities in Korea. Its reputation for quality is based on excellence in teaching, research and service to Korean society. Unlike many universities in Korea, KU prides itself not only in being a progressive and globally conscious institution but one that plays a role in preserving and developing Korea’s unique culture.
KU is nationally recognized for its commitment to teaching and academic excellence. Eminent faculty, outstanding students and internationally recognized research programs all contribute to Korea University’s academic fame. As a major comprehensive university, KU offers a rich variety of courses in liberal arts and sciences as well as in all professional fields, including law, medicine and business administration. The university’s academic breadth is extensive with its 81 departments in 19 colleges and divisions, and 19 graduate schools and it has over 1,500 full-time faculty members with over 95% of them holding Ph.D. or equivalent qualification in their field.
KU has particularly strong Humanities and Asian Studies Departments along with the recently established Graduate School of International Studies (GSIS). KU is also renowned for its professional schools of Law, Medicine and Business Administration. In research, KU is an internationally recognized leader with over 100 research centers, including the East Asiatic Research Centre and the Korean Cultural Research Centre. Furthermore, Korea University Business School (KUBS) is the only and the first business school in the country to have acquired both European Quality Improvement System (EQUIS) accreditation, in combination with the accreditation granted by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB).
KU campus covers over 182 acres and its home to more than 36,000 students from all over the nation and the world. With its stately stone architecture sprawling lawns, seasonal trees and natural flora, KU is known to be one of the most beautiful campuses in Korea. The students of KU represent Korea’s dream as they are among the nation’s brightest and most ambitious.
KU Mascots
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HOI HOI was born deep inside the valley where Anam Village was located. This spiritual being appears wherever and whenever there is need. HOI always has a cheerful smile as well as a youthful heart that never tolerates injustice. |
KUI KUI has entered the KU of its dreams, but struggles with difficulties in the real world and sometimes loses its grip. KUI has a curious personality and a pure heart, and always smiles brightly even when being nagged by someone. KUI hates taking off its hoodie. |
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DARO DARO is living in hiding somewhere on Squirrel Trail. In fact, DARO is a god from Mt. Gaeun, but as it is shy, it is at a loss when it meets students. However, when they make eye contact with DARO and make a wish, it eventually grants their wish as it has a good heart. |
MUMU MUMU is a pine tree that bears green pine nut cones. MUMU itself has the form of a cone, and possesses a mysterious substance that helps relieve stress, which makes MUMU KUI’s best friend. |
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GOGO GOGO is the real owner of the campus who roams around its domain. GOGO always has a plump shape, as it enjoys eating well and playing, escorted by several butlers. |
ANAM When HOI was born in Anam Village, ANAM became HOI’s first friend. ANAM, a giant granite rock that was born 200 million years ago, has made itself small so that it can hang out with its friends. ANAM often gives its favorite plum blossom to its friends. |
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PUR,PAR,PER PUR,PAR,PER are three blue baby birds who follow HOI out of respect and admiration. Because their wings have not yet fully developed, they practice flying every day, while looking forward to being able to fly someday. |
CHAMI&SARI CHAMI & SARI usually hang out around Chamsari Trail, and they have always given great support to KUI. They have the ability to unite KU members, but sometimes they are too straightforward, so they provoke the animosity of their friends. |
