A decade after protests, SNU weighs first department move to Siheung campus Seoul National University is considering relocating a graduate department to Siheung, reigniting debate 10 years after student protests shut down the school's original branch campus plans. 2026.10.12
SNU hit by 28 cyberattacks in six years, with over 1,100 pieces of personal info leaked Seoul National University (SNU) experienced eight cyberattacks in 2021, 10 in 2022, one in 2024 and five in 2025. Four more have been confirmed so far this year. 2026.10.12
As gov't pushes for '10 SNUs,' Seoul National University sends professor to regional school After establishing a program that welcomes students from regional programs, the capital’s flagship national university is expanding ties with exchanges going the other way. 2026.9.16
SNU student council adopts antidiscrimination clause after years of debate Seoul National University’s student council approved protections covering 18 grounds, including sexual orientation and gender identity, after nearly three years of debate. 2026.9.7
Why Korea’s '10 SNUs' plan faces backlash Three regional universities will receive major funding under the "10 SNUs" initiative, prompting concerns over transparency, politics and widening gaps. 2026.9.7
SNU wants to harness the power of AI, but energy limits mean lights out for many labs For a host of professors, it's one thing to have GPUs, but entirely another to be able to use them as departments struggle with maxed out server rooms. 2026.9.3
SNU announces initial candidates for next president Seoul National University's (SNU) President Recommendation Committee will review the 12 candidates and shorten the list if any are ineligible by Aug. 31. 2026.8.24
Summer heat is wearing on Korea's mental health, researchers say Studies link Korea’s hotter summers to worsening depression, anxiety, panic symptoms and a higher risk of violent crime. 2026.8.18
Delayed graduations, visa troubles: International students cite university support failures As Korea looks to attract more foreign students, some say that inadequate English-language information and limited administrative support have delayed graduation and disrupted career plans. 2026.7.13
