Korea Joongang Daily
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Sejong University taps into running trend with elective for international students

Running has been a growing trend in Korea, and Sejong University created an opportunity for international students to try it as a hobby while earning course credits.

2026-04-13

Established firms, start-ups court international students at career fair

Sejong University hosted the International Student Futures (ISF) career fair and forum on Wednesday, bringing together international students, companies and foreign entrepreneurs to engage in job fair sessions and recruitment discussions.

2026-03-25

Passing the torch: Celebrities guide the next generation as professors in university classrooms

Walking around Sejong University's campus this semester, students might be able to run into actor Yoo Yeon-seok — not because he's filming a drama on campus, but because he is a professor.

2026-03-10

Actor Yoo Yeon-seok appointed as professor at Sejong University

Actor Yoo Yeon-seok has been appointed as a professor at Sejong University, his alma mater, to teach acting to students, beginning in the spring semester. The actor is a specially appointed professor and will teach the Multimedia Performance course.

2026-03-06

At Int'l Student Fair, experts talk recruitment, retention and reciprocation

At the International Student Fair Forum held at Sejong University’s Gwangjin campus in eastern Seoul, education experts discussed strategies for attracting international students and the need to standardize university support systems.

2025-09-26

Sejong University to host international student fair for study and work

Sejong University announced Thursday that it will hold a job and university admissions fair for international students on Sept. 25.

2025-09-11

Sejong University to offer support for students affected by Myanmar earthquake

Sejong University said on Monday that it will be providing financial support and counseling to students affected by the 4.5 magnitude quake that struck Myanmar and the surrounding area on June 10.

2025-06-16

Sejong University celebrates the opening of Daeyang Observatory Gwangju Station

On a clear Friday night, Sejong University officially opened its new Daeyang Observatory Gwangju Station with the kind of fanfare fit for stargazers.

2025-05-28

Expanded student fair links global talent with Korean universities and employers

Getting a job or pursuing higher education are two key options for university graduates, with the International Student Fair offering opportunities for international students to explore both paths.

2025-05-13

Sejong University to hold job and university admissions fair for international students

Sejong University announced Friday it will hold a job and university admissions fair for international students, expanding the job interview-focused fair it has been hosting.

2025-04-25