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- Department of Dance Welcomes World-Renowned Choreographer Anouk van Dijk for Guest Lecture and Counter Technique® Worksh
- Department of Dance Welcomes World-Renowned Choreographer Anouk van Dijk for Guest Lecture and Counter Technique® Worksh The Department of Dance at Sungkyunkwan University hosted a special guest lecture and Counter Technique® workshop featuring internationally acclaimed choreographer Anouk van Dijk, the founder of Counter Technique®. The three-day program was held from April 29 to May 1, 2026, offering students an opportunity to engage directly with one of the leading figures in contemporary dance. Designed for undergraduate and graduate students majoring in Contemporary Dance at the Department of Dance, the program focused on intensive Counter Technique training and creative research sessions. Through hands-on practice, students explored the fundamental principles of movement and developed a deeper understanding of body awareness, physical coordination, and movement possibilities. During the program, Anouk van Dijk introduced the theoretical foundations and artistic philosophy behind Counter Technique. Through Q&A sessions and artist talks, she shared insights into her creative process, artistic experiences, and approaches to choreography. Students had the valuable opportunity to engage directly with an internationally recognized choreographer, experiencing global perspectives in dance education while gaining new inspiration and perspectives for their own creative practices. The guest artist lecture concluded as a meaningful educational program that enhanced students’ professional and artistic capabilities while providing an in-depth understanding of contemporary trends in international dance and innovative approaches to choreography.
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- 작성일 2026-07-07
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- The Graduate School of Design’s Brand Design Management Major Holds Its First Colloquium
- Brand Design Management Major Holds Its First Colloquium The Graduate School of Design’s Brand Design Management major recently successfully hosted the First Brand Design Management Colloquium, bringing together faculty members and graduate students for academic presentations and discussions. Organized under the leadership of Professor Ja-Jun Koo, head of the major, the colloquium provided a platform for scholarly exchange centered on research topics across various visual fields, including design and branding. During the event, doctoral student Jae-Hyung Lee and master’s students Ga-Eun Lee and Ji-Hyun Jeon presented their ongoing research projects, sharing recent academic achievements and future research directions within the major. Following the presentations, participants engaged in a discussion session and informal gathering over a meal, exchanging ideas on research activities and fostering open communication among members. As the first official colloquium organized by the Brand Design Management major, the event marked an important step toward strengthening academic collaboration and research capabilities among members of the program. It also contributed to building a research community and expanding scholarly networks within the field.
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- 작성일 2026-07-07
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- Department of Fine Arts to Host Colloquium Marking the 150th Anniversary of Constantin Brancusi’s Birth
- Department of Fine Arts to Host Colloquium Marking the 150th Anniversary of Constantin Brancusi’s Birth The Department of Fine Arts, chaired by Professor Donghyun Son, will host the colloquium “Brancusi and Korean Sculpture: A Space for Asymmetrical Dialogue” on July 2, from 1:00 p.m. to 4:40 p.m., at SPACE 1398 in Dasan Hall of Economics. Held in celebration of the 150th anniversary of the birth of Constantin Brancusi, the Romanian-born pioneer of modern sculpture, the colloquium will examine Brancusi’s artistic legacy and its relationship to Korean sculpture. The program will explore the contemporary significance of his work while fostering scholarly discussion on its intersections with Korean sculptural practice and the possibilities for mutual influence from diverse perspectives. The event is co-organized by the Embassy of Romania in the Republic of Korea and the Department of Fine Arts, with support from Pace Gallery Seoul. All lectures will be delivered in English with consecutive interpretation into Korean, making the program accessible to both domestic and international participants. The colloquium is free and open to the University community as well as members of the public with an interest in art and sculpture. Those wishing to attend may contact the Department of Fine Arts office at +82-2-760-0575 for additional information. Event Title Colloquium Commemorating the 150th Anniversary of the Birth of Constantin Brancusi Brancusi and Korean Sculpture: A Space for Asymmetrical Dialogue (Working Title) Date & Time Thursday, July 2, 2026, 1:00–4:40 p.m. Venue SPACE 1398, Room 32208, Dasan Hall of Economics, Sungkyunkwan University Organizer Doctoral Program, Department of Fine Arts, Sungkyunkwan University Co-organizer Embassy of Romania in the Republic of Korea Sponsor Pace Gallery Seoul Moderator Prof. Kyewon Kim, Department of Fine Arts, Sungkyunkwan University Language Lectures will be delivered in English with consecutive interpretation into Korean (provided by the Embassy of Romania in the Republic of Korea) Admission Open to Sungkyunkwan University graduate students, faculty members, and the general public. Free of charge Time Program Speaker / Moderator 13:00–13:15 Opening Remarks and Welcome Addresses Donghyun Son (Chair, Department of Fine Arts, Sungkyunkwan University) Cezar Armeanu (Ambassador of Romania to the Republic of Korea) Youngjoo Lee (Director, Pace Gallery Seoul) 13:15–14:05 Lecture 1 (English with consecutive Korean interpretation, approx. 50 min.) Doina Lemny 14:05–14:55 Lecture 2 (English with consecutive Korean interpretation, approx. 50 min.) Cornel Mihalache 14:55–15:10 Break — 15:10–16:00 Lecture 3 (English with consecutive Korean interpretation, approx. 50 min.) Brancusi and Korean Sculpture: An Asymmetrical Dialogue of Reception and Rearticulation Keun Joon Lim 16:00–16:40 Panel Discussion (with participation from doctoral students) Moderator: Keun Joon Lim 16:40 Closing Remarks —
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- 작성일 2026-06-29
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- Department of Game Design and Department of Film, Television and Multimedia Host Global Roblox Game Jam
- Department of Game Design and Department of Film, Television and Multimedia Host Global Roblox Game Jam Supported by Sungkyunkwan University’s RISE Project Group, the Department of Game Design (Chair: Professor Lee Jae-jun) and the Department of Film, Television and Multimedia hosted the “SKKU × Roblox Global Game Jam” on June 16. The event was designed to give students hands-on experience in developing game content on Roblox, one of the world’s largest metaverse platforms, while exploring opportunities for global distribution and commercialization. More than 70 students participated, representing a wide range of academic backgrounds, including Game Design, Artificial Intelligence Convergence, Business Administration, Economics, Dance, and other disciplines. Drawing on their diverse expertise, participants created projects that combined game design, interactive content, visual storytelling, and perspectives from their respective fields of study. The game jam also welcomed 10 students and faculty members from New York University (NYU) with interests in esports, who joined as guest players. They tested the student-developed games and shared feedback, offering valuable insights into how the projects might be received by an international audience. A total of 14 game projects were presented during the event. Leveraging the unique features of the Roblox platform, students showcased creative concepts and engaging gameplay experiences across a variety of genres. Featured titles included Buggyswing, Speed Up, Needoh Factory, and ESCAPE VELOCITY: SWAP CHAOS. Projects were evaluated by a panel of judges representing both academia and industry, including the Head of Roblox Korea, researchers from the SKKU Game Center, and development executives from game industry partners. The judging criteria included creativity, technical execution, user experience, platform suitability, and potential for global service and commercialization. As a follow-up to the competition, the RISE Creative Talent Development Program plans to select outstanding participants for a study tour of Roblox headquarters in the United States. The initiative aims to provide students with firsthand exposure to the development environment and business ecosystem of a global platform company, while fostering pathways toward entrepreneurship and industry engagement. Looking ahead, the RISE Project Group will continue expanding collaborations with Roblox and other domestic and international partners across the game and content industries. Through these efforts, the university seeks to cultivate the next generation of creative talent in the fields of metaverse technologies, gaming, and digital media content.
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- 작성일 2026-06-22
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- The Department of Theater: Nurturing Artists Who Bridge Stage and Screen
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- 작성일 2026-06-18
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- Department of Fashion Design Concludes Zero-Waste Fashion Design Exhibition ZERO FOOTPRINT
- Department of Fashion Design Concludes Zero-Waste Fashion Design Exhibition ZERO FOOTPRINT The Department of Fashion Design successfully concluded its zero-waste fashion design exhibition, ZERO FOOTPRINT, held at Sungkyun Gallery from June 8 to 10. The exhibition showcased the outcomes of a capstone design project conducted in collaboration with Patagonia Korea. Under the guidance of Professor Lim Eunhyuk, students creatively upcycled unsold garments provided by Patagonia Korea using Zero-Waste Pattern Making (ZWPM) techniques. Throughout the project, students examined the environmental challenges facing the fashion industry and explored the possibilities of Responsible Design. To minimize textile waste, they researched and developed various zero-waste production methods, including Modular Cutting, Subtraction Cutting, traditional garment pattern-making techniques, weaving, folding, draping, tailoring, and the creative use of off-cuts. Reflecting the exhibition’s theme of minimizing humanity’s environmental footprint, ZERO FOOTPRINT presented students’ individual explorations of design processes that bring waste as close to zero as possible. The exhibition was organized into four sections: ▲ The Beginning: Deconstructing Structure ▲ Designer’s Studio: Documenting the Journey ▲ The Garment: Reconstructing Toward Zero ▲ The Open End: Beginnings Through Endings A highlight of the exhibition was the recreated designer’s studio, where visitors could experience the fashion design process firsthand through displays of research materials, textile experimentation, sketches, sample development, and muslin fittings. The exhibited works were presented under three themes: Pieces: Geometric Assembly, based on repetitive geometric structures; Flows: Fluid Transformation, exploring adaptability and transformation; and Frames: Deconstructive Structure, which reinterpreted existing garment patterns. Design statement boards, portfolios, lookbook images, project introduction videos, and making-of films further illustrated the project’s development from concept to completion. During the exhibition reception, a student representative remarked, “While this project alone may not solve environmental issues, it encouraged us to reflect on the choices we will make and the values we will uphold as future professionals in the fashion industry.” As the project’s industry partner, Patagonia Korea evaluated the students’ portfolios and selected outstanding works for awards and prizes. A representative from Patagonia Korea commented, “Through this project, the students demonstrated the potential to grow into fashion professionals who combine creativity with a strong sense of responsibility, even within the realities of the industry. We hope that the questions they raised and the ideas they explored through this exhibition will inspire meaningful dialogue among a wider audience.” The reception was also attended by students from the Department of Fashion Design who had participated in the inaugural Zero-Waste Fashion Design Project exhibition the previous year. Their presence provided encouragement and support for the current participants. Following the exhibition, students gathered for a review meeting sponsored by Patagonia Korea. Reflecting on the project’s guiding question—“Is sustainable fashion a contradiction?”—they acknowledged that no definitive answer exists. However, they agreed that continually raising such questions, critically examining them, and putting ideas into practice are among the most important responsibilities of future fashion professionals.
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- 작성일 2026-06-18
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- Capturing Memories on Stage: The Cast of Wek Weki Was There
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- 작성일 2026-06-18
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- Solo Exhibition of the Late Artist Kong Sung-Hoon, Double Blind
- The late artist Kong Sung-Hoon's solo exhibition, Double Blind, will be held at Kumho Museum of Art. Marking the fifth anniversary of the artist’s passing, this exhibition revisits the central questions and artistic practices that emerged in Kong’s early works of the 1990s, examining their significance from a contemporary perspective. The exhibition brings together a diverse range of materials, including early works produced across various media, surviving fragments and reconstructed pieces, conceptual drawings, handwritten notes, and archival documents. We warmly invite you to join us at the opening reception and take part in this meaningful occasion to reflect on Kong Sung-Hoon’s artistic journey and legacy. Thank you. Opening Reception Date & Time: June 25, 2026 (Thursday), 5:00 PM Venue: Exhibition Gallery, B1, Kumho Museum of Art Address: 18 Samcheong-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul, Republic of Korea Please note that parking is not available. Visitors are kindly requested to use nearby paid parking facilities or public transportation. Kong Sung-Hoon Solo Exhibition: Double Blind Dates: June 25 – July 19, 2026 Venue: Basement Level 1, Kumho Museum of Art Hours: Tuesday–Sunday, 10:00 AM–6:00 PM Closed: Every Monday and July 6–8, 2026 Kumho Museum of Art 18 Samcheong-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- 작성일 2026-06-18
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- Department of Fashion Design ZERO FOOTPRINT Exhibition
- ZERO FOOTPRINT: Fashion Design Department X Patagonia Korea Collaboration Project Exhibition The Department of Fashion Design presents the outcomes of its Zero-Waste Fashion Capstone Design course through an exhibition in collaboration with Patagonia Korea. As part of this industry-academic partnership, students worked with unsold garments provided by Patagonia Korea and reimagined them through creative upcycling approaches. In this project, students critically examined the environmental challenges facing the fashion industry and explored the potential of responsible design in depth. Their work reflects a sustained inquiry into how design practice can respond to ecological urgency while maintaining aesthetic and functional innovation. To minimize fabric waste, each designer developed experimental zero-waste construction techniques based on modular cutting, subtraction cutting, traditional costume pattern systems, weaving, folding, draping, tailoring, and the use of off-cuts. Under the guiding concept of “ZERO FOOTPRINT”—referring to the goal of minimizing the environmental impact of fashion—the students investigate processes that bring textile waste as close to zero as possible, documenting both experimentation and practice. Professor Eunhyuk Im, who supervised the project, noted that visitors will be able to observe not only the final garments but also the full design process. This includes ideation, research, motif development, material exploration, pattern making, prototyping, fitting, lookbooks, and portfolio development, presented through physical archives and documentary film. Venue: Seongkyun Gallery, 1st Floor, Business Building, Humanities and Social Sciences Campus Date & Time: June 8 | 17:00 (Opening), June 9–10 | 10:00–20:00
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- 작성일 2026-06-01
- 조회수 790
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