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Information Bulletin 2010 Spring Summer Autumn Winter Story of the Four Seasons Dongduk Women’s University www.dongduk.ac.kr 23-1 Wolgok-dong, Sungbuk-gu, Seoul, 132-714, Republic of Korea TEL:02-940-4000 | FAX:02-940-4182 Planning and Design: Lucksway Communications, Kangnam (02-516-3614) Information Bulletin 2010 Dongduk Women’s University Your hopes and dreams lie within Dongduk Your unique dreams, Story of the Four Seasons 02 10 18 20 Story of the Four Seasons The Dongduk System Vision & History College Information College of Humanities College of Social Sciences College of Natural Sciences College of Information Science College of Pharmacy College of Arts College of Design College of Performing Arts Graduate Schools Affiliated Facilities and Research Institutes 32 36 Dongduk Photo Gallery Campus Map Your special hopes, Let them run free at Dongduk, where you can maximize your individuality and competence. Educational Objectives Well-cultivated and Educated Individuals Creative and Practical Professionals Harmonious and Serving Members of Society Dynamic and Forward-looking Cosmopolitans 1 . # e Scen g n i r Sp of Story sons r Sea u o F the The Beginning of a Journey Under the Splendid Spring Sun This is my first step in a new environment surrounded by new people. Though I may fall down and lose my way, It’ s the beginning of a dream I will never give up. My first Spring at Dongduk! It came to me together with the splendid sunshine and gentle winds. 2 . # e Scen r e m Sum of Story ns Seaso r u o the F A Burning Passion that Blazes like the Hot Sun If it is impossible to avoid the blazing sun, I will lift up my eyes and face it squarely. The flow of cool water refreshes my mind. You stand quietly by my side. By the time this struggling summer passes me by, I will have grown stronger without having realized it. A Collection of Wonderful Memories as Time Passes By #. 3 e n Sce n m u t u A s eason S r u e Fo of th y r o St The fresh, crisp air and cool shade of the tree, And our memories that continue to pile up, Remain all over the campus. They are the collection of my memories. As time passes by, we grow a bit more, And more profound. I believe... if we truly enjoy this moment, It will be remembered as the most wonderful time. #. 4 e n Sce r e t n Wi s eason S r u e Fo of th y r o St Not the End, but a New Beginning I quietly walk on the snow-covered campus. As the snow crunches beneath my feet, I try to remember everything... The bench where I laughed and cried with friends, The classroom where we pleasantly read books, The hill I walked up and down every day. I quietly take out those warm, sweet memories, Whenever I am in need of them. THE DONGDUK SYSTEM Dongduk Women’ s University turns incomplete‘individuality’ into unique‘competence’ . Dongduk Women’s University believes sensitivity moves the world and its people. Thus, we provide educational programs considering the aptitude and preferences of students to foster professionals who can embrace others with a warm, sincere heart and approach the world with an open mind. The Dongduk System :: A Specialized Campus Vivid On-the-Spot Learning ⊙ A Ubiquitous Campus Specialized Campuses of a U-campus and has begun construction of the U-campus. Once the system has Women’ s University concluded a contract with Korea Telecom for the establishment been established, students will be able to manage their needs and exchange information anywhere, inside or outside of the campus, through their notebook computers, cell phones, PDAs, etc. A smart ID card has also been designed for ubiquitous services and contains numerous functions such as office access management, class attendance management, library access and seating management, book lending and Dongduk Women’ s University pursues a‘University where learning can be a special experience’ . A‘University where learning can be a special experience’needs student-focused services and an accommodating campus that provides students convenient access to information and freedom to move about. return management, an electronic money card, locker access management, a rechargeable transportation card, and banking services. ⊙ Specialized Campuses In addition to the main campus at Wolgok-dong, Dongduk Women’ s University has specialized campus extensions located in areas where students can gain on-thespot experience in their fields of study. ● Design Research Center in Cheongdam-dong, the center of fashion _ Located in Cheongdam-dong, the center of fashion, the Dongduk Women's University Design Research Center is equipped with practice rooms, studios, resource rooms, a fashion gallery, etc. and provides instruction to students on the latest fashion trends. Students can quickly understand and learn contemporary design trends since the center offers practical training programs such as assisting famous designers with their work as well as actively carrying out educational exchanges with other design institutes abroad. ● Performing Arts Center in Daehakro, the mecca of performing arts _ The Dongduk Women's University Performing Arts Center, a thirteen-story building equipped with studios, a performance testing theater, image practicing rooms, dance studios, seminar rooms, and a main auditorium with 450 seats, is often used for outside events such as television broadcasts and plays. As the center is located in Daehakro, the mecca of performing arts, students can conveniently understand trends in performing arts, while obtaining vivid on-the-spot Performing Arts Center in Daehakro, the mecca of performing arts. ● Dongduk Art Gallery in Insa-dong, the center of art _ The gallery, situated in Korea’ s leading art gallery neighborhood, is planning to hold temporary exhibitions on the trends and reality of world art as well as Korean art. It also upholds a good reputation for public service as it operates an art academy and hosts seminars to enhance exchanges among artists. The gallery enables art majors at Dongduk Women's University to possess a leading perspective in the world of art. 12 Information Bulletin 2010 Dongduk Women’s University 13 The Dongduk System :: International Programs My Outstretched Dreams International Programs To keep up with the rapidly changing world, Dongduk Women's University selects ‘Dongduk international scholarship student’each year to offer students opportunities to improve their linguistic abilities and experience the world. Students, who study at sister universities as exchange or visiting students, can receive academic credit as well as scholarships. Dongduk Women's University plans to expand its international exchange programs, as it not only helps students to improve their linguistic abilities, but also promotes goodwill between Dongduk Women's University and its sister universities. The selection process for exchange students occurs bian- Dongduk Women's University offers various international programs including student exchange programs and foreign language training support programs, so that students may broaden their horizons and outlook on life while traveling the world and meeting new people. nually in March and September. ⊙ Current Sister Universities ● in the U.S. Hawaii Loa College, River College, California State University San Bernardino, Centenary College, California State University Sacramento ● in Mongolia Mongolian State University ● in Russia St. Petersburg State Academy of Culture ● in the Philippines Philippine Women's University ● in China Zhejiang University, China Academy of Art ● in Canada Simon Fraser University ● in Japan Meikai University, Meiji University, Ochanomizu University ● in Germany Lueneburg University, Siegen University, Friedrich Schiller University Jena ● in France University of Valenciennes and Hainaut-Cambresis, Metz University ● in the United Kingdom Northumbria University ⊙ Exchange/Visiting Student Programs Students, who are selected for these programs, may enroll in regular courses at sister universities and receive scholarships and academic credit as well. ⊙ Long-term Language Training Programs Students may participate in language training programs for either one or two semesters. While students enrolled at Dongduk Women's University during the time of the language training may receive up to 15 academic credits, students on a leave of absence may receive up to 6 academic credits. ⊙ Short-term Language Training Programs Dongduk Women's University supports students wishing to participate in a language training program in the United Kingdom / Japan / China / Germany / France during their vacation period. 14 Information Bulletin 2010 Dongduk Women’s University 15 The Dongduk System :: Employment and Scholarship Programs Making Dreams Come True Employment and Scholarship Programs If you are willing to learn and work to your utmost potential, you can find your way at Dongduk Women’ s University. The Dongduk Women's University Career Development Center expanded its scope of services in October 2005 from its previous Career Information and Advice Office. The center provides individual counseling for current students and alumni to better meet their career needs and objectives. The center also operates specialized programs and provides students with current employment opportunities and related information. In addition, it has various scholarship programs to assist students with financial needs so that they may continue with their career development. ⊙ Career Development Center Programs - Special lectures for image-making - Competitive exhibition of CVs and Self-introduction letters General Knowledge Training Programs - TOEIC support with on-campus lectures - Short-term MOS special lectures - Career development lectures for lower level students Employment-specialized Lecture Programs - Employment week events - Special lectures by alumni - Briefing sessions on certificates useful for employment Individual Diagnosis Programs - Personality & Aptitude test and Individual Counseling (Vocational Preferences Search) - Aptitude Test Specialized Programs - Civil service examination support with video lectures - Various certificate examinations support with lectures - Students’study group support - Various exhibition contests support with grants and prizes Interview Capability Reinforcement Programs - Mock interviews - The Ministry of Labor Interview Capability Reinforcement Camp - Employment camp for upper level students - English interview camp - Distribution of a handbook for actual interviews Employment Preparation Programs - Individual Employment Consulting - Special lectures for writing job application forms - Special lectures for job interviews Programs offering information - Employment-related information (including part-time employment) - Recommendations from novice grade 6 civil servants ⊙ Scholarship Programs ● Scholarships for Freshmen Classification Type of Scholarship Selection Criteri Payment Standard ● University-Top Freshman based on university entrance exam scores University-Top Scholarship Merit-based Scholarship Standard Scholarship Liberal Arts-Top Freshmen Academic Field-Top Scholarship rolling scholarship) ● Tuition fees provided for study abroad programs at GPA of the previous semester is 3.5 or higher. sister universities while enrolled in school (total of 4.5 ● Academic-Field-Top Freshmen based on university entrance exam scores ● Scholarship will be offered if the recipient’s GPA of the previous semester is 3.5 or higher. Otherwise, the scholarship will be suspended. million won) ● Exemption of enrollment fee and 4 years of tuition fees ● Tuition fees provided for study abroad programs at sister universities while enrolled in school (total of 4 million won or less) ● Excludes Academic Fields with University-Top scholarship student PatriotsSisterhood Scholarship Top Freshmen of each College College-Top Freshmen based on university Exemption of enrollment fee and tuition fees (8 colleges) entrance exam scores Sibling currently enrolled in Dongduk Women's University (1 student) (for the first semester only) Partial tuition fees if siblings are enrolled simultaneously Children of Patriots/Veterans 4 years of tuition fees (including enrollment fee) Scholarship for Children of Children of Dongduk Women's University Faculty and University Staff Dongdukyeohakdan (The university foundation) Staff Scholarship for Children of University Alumni ● Arts/Physics-Top Freshmen Top Freshmen of the College of Pharmacy Sisterhood Scholarship (including standard and Natural Sciences-Top Freshmen ● Exemption of enrollment fee and 4 years of tuition fees ● Scholarship will be offered if the recipient’s Otherwise, the scholarship will be suspended. College-Top Scholarship Other Scholarships University-Top Freshman Scholarship Amount The University Alumni Association provides merit scholarships to the children of alumni. 4 years of tuition fees (including enrollment fee) 1 million won Scholarships for Current Students University-Top Scholarship, Academic-Field-Top Scholarship, College-Top Scholarship, Department-Top Scholarship, Major-Top Scholarship, Merit-based Scholarship, Hakbong Scholarship A,B (family circumstances), Dean-Recommendation Scholarship, Meritorious-Service Scholarship (Morality, Truth, Harmony, Mokwha, Sung-in), (General/Specialized)Work-Study Scholarship, Scholarship for Children of University Staff, Sibling Scholarship, Other Departmental Alumni Scholarships, etc ● Outside Scholarships Dongduk Foundation Scholarship (Exemplary, Meritorious-Services),‘Continue to the Future’National Scholarship, Patriots/Veterans Scholarship, KRA‘Hope Foundation for Rural Community’Scholarship, Alumni Mokwha Scholarship,‘Korean Student Aid Foundation’Scholarship, Asan Foundation Scholarship, YuhanKimberly Foundation Scholarship, Noyup Cultural Foundation Scholarship,‘Seongbo Scholarship Committee’Scholarship,‘Scholarship Foundation for the Education of Korea Leaders’Scholarship, OCU Scholarship,‘Samsung Equal Opportunity Scholarship Foundation’Scholarship, Dongduk Women's University Labor Union Scholarship,‘Faculty Staff Scholarship Committee’Scholarship,‘Kiwoom Securities’Financial Scholarship,‘Incheon Gyeyang’Social Welfare Scholarship, etc. 16 Information Bulletin 2010 Dongduk Women’s University 17 VISION 2010 HISTORY Dongduk Women’ s University, the cradle of women for distinct individuality and competence Open up a new future based on tradition through innovation University where University where learning can University where true trust grows become a special experience professionals are cultivated Educational Vision of Dongduk 1950~1999 Founding of Dongduk Women’ s College 2000. 3 Reappointment of Dr. Cho, Won-Young as the 4th president 1952. 8 Appointment of Dr. Cho, Dong-Shik as the 1st dean and Dr. Cho, 2000. 5 Opening of the YulDong Memorial Music Hall Yong-Wook as the 1st deputy dean 2000. 6 Opening of the Obesity Research Center 1961. 9 Appointment of Dr. Cho, Yong-Wook as the 2nd dean 2001. 11 Opening of the Performing Arts Center in Daehakro (Relocation of 1967. 3 Relocation of the campus to its current location in Hawolgok- Development Goals Dongduk Women's University places its educational priority on teaching the basic human values of prudence and dignity and has tried to pursue the founding spirit of respect for morality and respect for truth. Regardless of time, true education lies in guiding students to recognize and fulfill their values and potentials and to help them grow as respectful human beings. Cultivate dynamic, forward-looking professionals 2003. 11 1980. 10 Establishment of the Dongduk Graduate School 2004. 2 Appointment of Dr. Lee, Yang-Hee as the acting president 1981. 3 Appointment of Dr. Jung, Hae-Dong as the 3rd dean 2004. 5 Establishment of the Dongduk Women's University Industrial & 1983. 12 Appointment of Dr. Kim, Jong-Hyup as the 4th dean 1988. 3 Appointment of Dr. Song, Suk-Goo as the 5th president Academic Collaboration Foundation Accreditation of the University with 4 Colleges (College of 2004. 9 Appointment of Dr. Son, Bong-Ho as the 6th president Humanities, College of Social Sciences, College of Natural 2005. 11 Establishment of the Center for Teaching and Learning Sciences, and College of Art & Physical Education) 2006. 3 Renaming of the Social Education Center for Women to the Dongduk Women’ s Continuing Education Center Appointment of Dr. Kim, Jong-Hyup as the 1st president and Prof. Cho, Won-Young as the 1st vice president 2006. 9 Completion of the new wing of the Performing Arts Center (in DongSoong-dong) 1988. 7 Completion of the Sol-Ak Training Center (Total floor space of 817 m2) 1991. 3 Accreditation of the Social Education Center for Women (9 cours- 2007. 3 Appointment of Dr. Hong, Seong-Am as the acting president es, 590 students) 2008. 10 Appointment of Dr. Kim, Un-Bae, the dean of academic affairs as the acting president 1992. 3 Reappointment of Dr. Kim, Jong-Hyup as the 2nd president 1995. 10 Establishment of a campus network 1995. 12 Appointment of Dr. Cho, Won-Young as the 3rd president Humanities, College of Social Sciences, College of Natural 2010. Currently, there are 8 Colleges and 30 Departments: College of Relocation of the College of Design(Department of Industrial Sciences, College of Information Science, College of Pharmacy, Design, Department of Fashion Design) and the Graduate School College of Arts, College of Design, College of Performing Arts, of Design to the Design Research Center in Cheongdam-dong Faculty of Liberal Arts, and Teaching Profession) Establishment of the Dongduk Women's University Library 7 Graduate Schools: General Graduate School, Graduate School of Information Network System (DULI NET) Fashion Design, Graduate School of Design, Graduate School of 1997. 5 Conclusion of Mutual-Exchange Agreements (9 Universities) Education, Graduate School of Performing Arts, Graduate School 1998. 3 Completion of the Jeju Training Center (Total floor space of 1316 m2) of Obesity, Beauty and Health Sciences, Graduate School of 1998. 4 Opening of the Women’ s Studies Library (1st and 2nd floors of the International Culture 1996. 3 1997. 4 Development Strategies the College of Performing Arts) dong, Seongbuk-gu, Seoul 1987. 10 Education Philosophy 2000~ 1950. 5 Women’ s Studies Center) Opening of the Museum of Women’ s Studies and the Choon-Gang Memorial Hall 1998. 5 Conclusion of an Agreement with Open Cyber University (OCU) 1998. 10 Opening of the Dongduk Student Services Center Purchase of the Ilyang Pharmaceutical Cooperation site (floor Nurturing Education Inspirational Services Unique Campus Trusted University Comprehensive Education Student-oriented Systems Convenient Campus Enhanced Transparency Practical Education User-friendly Services Beautiful Campus Fostering Intellectuals space of 5864 m2 in Wolgok-dong) 1999. 2 Selected as an Outstanding University in the categories of community service, faculty, and facilities/equipment 1999. 7 Groundbreaking of the Performing Arts Center (in Dongsung-dong Customized Education 18 Information Bulletin 2010 Dongduk Women’s University 19 INFORMATION ON DONDUK COLLEGES We believe in your‘FUTURE’ not in your‘TODAY’ Although you have not yet accomplished anything, we will always support you as we know that your dreams are not insignificant. Dongduk Women's University supports you with practical academic traditions which value individuality and competence and student-centered educational systems - College of Humanities - College of Social Sciences - College of Natural Sciences - College of Information Science - College of Pharmacy - College of Arts - College of Design - College of Performing Arts Information on Dongduk Colleges College of College of Humanities Discover Humanity through Languages, History, Knowledge and Culture Social Sciences Warm Eyes towards the Economy, Society, and the World Throughout history, the Social Sciences, which deals with society and economy, has been closely linked to human life and has developed through years of debate and research. The While trying to understand humanity through languages, history, knowledge and culture, the Department of Business Administration, Department of Economics, and Department of College of Humanities studies the basic principles of society and culture; helps students to bet- International Business of Dongduk Women's University foster women leaders with broad per- ter understand themselves and others and to overview nations and societies. The College of spectives required in today‘s society by studying and teaching the theories and practices of Humanities educates its students with specialized and extensive theoretical classes as well as business and economic activities. The Department of Library and Information Sciences stud- on-the-spot training, enabling students to grow into refined intellectuals with sincere hearts. ies theoretical and technical issues of information acquisition, processing, accumulation, The college, consisting of the Department of Humanities and departments of foreign lan- searching and using; while the Department of Social Welfare focuses on fostering talented guages, allows students to select their majors after their freshmen year. In addition, the women who can contribute to establishing a welfare society where individuals can lead boun- departments of foreign languages help talented students participate in international tiful lives and where people can live in harmony. The Department of Child Development and exchanges and learn foreign languages and cultures by offering language training programs Education offers practical educational programs in order to produce experts who research as well as short-term and long-term study programs at sister universities and act for the improvement of quality in children ‘s lives. ■ Department of Humanities - Korean Language and Literature Major - Korean History Major - Creative Writing Major ■ Department of English ■ Department of Japanese ■ Department of French ■ Department of German ■ Department of Chinese KOREAN LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE MAJOR KOREAN HISTORY MAJOR DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMICS Students are taught to expand their linguistic abilities so that they may obtain a deeper understanding of the Korean language and express their opinions more precisely and logically. Specifically, students can enhance their understanding of contemporary and classical literature as well as hone their theoretical and practical writing skills. Students study the development of Korean politics, economics, society, and culture from ancient times to modern day, enabling them to understand Korean cultural traditions through broad historical perspectives from Oriental to Western history, field investigations of historical remains, and on-thespot practical training. With its educational objectives of‘ Creative Experts’,‘Serving Members of Society’, and ‘Pioneering Citizens of the World’, the Department of Business Administration supports students in acquiring strategic problem solving skills and effective resource management skills while understanding organization, human resources, production, finance, and accounting. The Department of Economics fosters economic experts who can lead the world’s economy. In addition, it produces female leaders who can contribute to the growth of the Korean economy by helping them attain economic knowledge of industries in which women can actively participate. CREATIVE WRITING MAJOR DEPARTMENT OF ENGLISH DEPARTMENT OF JAPANESE DEPARTMENT OF INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS DEPARTMENT OF LIBRARY AND INFORMATION SCIENCES Students are asked to primarily write stories based on their insight. The objective is to create vivid stories by reorganizing and reinventing various aspects of life. Students can also learn creative writing skills from all genres through courses such as poetry, creative novel writing, understanding comedy writing, and movies & novels. The Department of English has an established curriculum which helps students enhance their English listening, speaking, reading and writing skills, with a focus on fluency in English speaking skills. In addition, it has intensified courses for students which teach them to freely utilize the English language in international society. The Department of Japanese has programs helping students research and analyze information written in Japanese and improve their Japanese speaking abilities. In particular, most students possess the JLPT level-1 speaking ability and have obtained a score over 280 in the Japanese university entrance examination. As the world becomes one, cooperation and competition among nations continue to expand its borders. To meet these changes, the Department of International Business offers a well-organized curriculum on the globalization of business with courses including International Business and Economics, International Business Strategy, Business Management of Global Companies, and Practical Trade. The Department of Library and Information Sciences educates students to understand related theories and information environments and to select and organize various kinds of information. In addition, it helps students utilize management principles and practices of library and information centers depending on classification. DEPARTMENT OF FRENCH DEPARTMENT OF GERMAN DEPARTMENT OF CHINESE DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL WELFARE DEPARTMENT OF CHILD DEVELOPMENT AND EDUCATION The Department of French supports students in obtaining a comprehensive understanding of the French language, literature, politics, economics, society, and culture. In particular, it allows students to contribute to the development of Korean culture and economy by helping them acquire an understanding of unique and various French ways of thinking and culture. The Department of German educates its students to be able to effectively communicate with German native speakers in speaking and writing through well-structured German courses. In addition, it allows students to acquire a general knowledge of German culture and art with a variety of courses on German-speaking regions in the world. The Department of Chinese helps its students to obtain basic Chinese speaking, reading, and writing skills and educates them to understand the lives of Chinese people and Chinese philosophies, so that students may better understand the Chinese language. Students of the Department of Social Welfare can learn comprehensive counseling techniques based on the understanding of children, human development, and family, so that they may help individuals and families to flourish without any problems. In addition, the Level 2 Certification of Social Workers is awarded to all students upon graduation. The Department of Child Development and Education offers theoretical classes such as basic child philosophy, child behavior and social environment, child development, and personality psychology based on related disciplines such as philosophy, psychology, and pedagogy. It also provides practical classes including the Montessori method as well as practical training in infant/child education facilities. 22 Information Bulletin 2010 ■ Department of Business Administration ■ Department of Economics ■ Department of International Business ■ Department of Library and Information Sciences ■ Department of Social Welfare ■ Department of Child Development and Education Dongduk Women’s University 23 Information on Dongduk Colleges College of College of Natural Sciences Information Science Technology that Enriches Human Lives One who Controls Information, Controls the World The College of Natural Sciences hones students’abilities to apply basic scientific theories to The ubiquitous age connects individuals to society and to the world and connects every device practical use. The Department of Food and Nutrition, Department of Health Sciences, and to the Internet. In pursuing a truly ubiquitous society, the College of Information Science fos- Department of Applied Chemistry study the general sciences including domestic science as ters creative digital leaders who can put theory into practice, with specialized and compre- well as high-tech science through theoretical classes and practical experiments. Students hensive theoretical education, practical training, and logic-centered education as well as from each department, equipped with professional knowledge and sound judgment, will basic educational programs in computers and data information. establish a strong foundation of basic sciences and lead the way towards a‘Well-being Life’ Dongduk Women’ s University also allows students of the College of Information Science to by improving existing living conditions and public health. freely study related disciplines in order to equip them with future-oriented professional capa- The Department of Physical Education fosters experts of physical activity and related areas by bilities as well as basic knowledge and practical skills in computers and data information. teaching them basic and applied knowledge and by providing a variety of practical training programs. It also helps students to develop their careers into various professions such as physical therapists and certified health fitness specialists of sports medicine. ■ Department of Food and Nutrition ■ Department of Health Sciences ■ Department of Physical Education ■ Department of Applied Chemistry 24 Information Bulletin 2010 DEPARTMENT OF FOOD AND NUTRITION DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SCIENCES DEPARTMENT OF COMPUTER SCIENCE DEPARTMENT OF STATISTICS AND INFORMATION SCIENCE The Department of Food and Nutrition helps students attain professional knowledge of sitology and apply it to the cooking process. The department also fosters professionals of dietary life management by teaching students the complete process of food consumption. With over 20 years of tradition, the Department of Health Sciences has pursued the improvement of public health and welfare. The department provides intensive courses as well as basic courses such as public health management, public health information, and environmental health management, so that students can develop their careers in various fields. The Department of Computer Science offers intensified and specialized educational programs including several courses in data processing, while continuously providing updates on its curriculum based on technological developments and market situations, so that students can learn the skills desired by system development companies. The Department of Statistics and Information Science fosters data analysis professionals who can make reasonable decisions based on an enormous amount of data. It helps students establish a wellorganized information system from various kinds of information obtained from a knowledge-based society, and teaches them to extract useful information through summarization, reorganization and analysis. DEPARTMENT OF PHYSICAL EDUCATION DEPARTMENT OF APPLIED CHEMISTRY The Department of Physical Education studies physical activity and applied knowledge, and produces professionals in areas related to physical activity. In addition, it fosters professional physical education instructors and specialists equipped with theories and applied knowledge. The Department of Applied Chemistry aims to foster experts of applied chemistry who can contribute to the technological development of society. As such, the Department provides comprehensive and practical educational programs covering broad fields such as the environment and high molecules based on basic chemistry, so that students can apply their knowledge immediately following graduation. ■ Department of Computer Science ■ Department of Statistics and Information Science Dongduk Women’s University 25 Information on Dongduk Colleges College of Pharmacy College of Embrace Bodies and Hearts Tenderly and Comfortably Color the World with the Delicate Echo of Emotions As a kind of applied science that contributes to the recovery and maintenance of public DEPARTMENT OF PHARMACY affect such life phenomena. With its longstanding tradition, the College of Pharmacy has competent faculty, the Central Pharmaceutical Research Institute, and various laboratories with the most advanced facilities. In particular, it provides students with various practical training programs, field trips to pharmaceutical companies and related industries, and medicinal plant collecting programs. It also offers special training practices in pharmacies, hospitals, pharmaceutical companies, and national/public institutes during winter and summer vacations. During summer vacations, the The Arts are a product of human creativity and a pure act of self-expression to perpetuate an individual‘s vision of beauty and truth. The College of Arts offers a specialized health, pharmacy is a complete life science that deals with life phenomena based on basic science such as physics, biology and chemistry, and studies physiological substances that Arts The Department of Pharmacy was established in February 1955. A Dongduk Women's University alumna became the president of the Seoul Pharmaceutical Association in 2009, and another alumna was awarded the grand prize of Woman Pharmacist of the Year. The Department of Pharmacy focuses on fostering pharmacists who serve for public interest and who execute their duties in a creative and active manner in pharmacies, hospitals, pharmaceutical companies, and national/public institutes. and comprehensive curriculum in the arts and trains future musicians, artists, and curators. The College of Arts delivers a delicate echo of emotions to the world by fostering 1) professional craftswomen who can combine practicality and arts, and express it through a digital medium; 2) professional curators who not only understand various theories of art history, art criticism, and art discourse, but also possess practical skills in art museum studies, exhibition planning, and art management; 3) various members of art society who possess creative talent and an aesthetic sense; 4) and musicians whose natural abilities and musicianship are harmonious. College also forms volunteer groups for public health consisting of alumni pharmacists, current students and faculty, providing their services to villages without medicinal access. DEPARTMENT OF PAINTINGS DEPARTMENT OF DIGITAL CRAFT ARTS DEPARTMENT OF CURATORIAL STUDIES AND ART MANAGEMENT The Department of Paintings helps students to develop their potential as painters to the extent possible by providing comprehensive creativity tutoring and training courses on both Korean and Western paintings. In addition, with the Dongduk Art Gallery in Insa-dong, it provides students with various exhibition opportunities connected to the curriculum in a creative manner. The Department of Digital Craft Arts aims to create beautiful environments by combining life and art. Particularly, the Department studies issues closely related to human lives as one of the characteristics of craft arts is the combination of life and art, and develops them through practices using a digital medium. Offering the only 4 year degree program of its kind in South Korea, the Department of Curatorial Studies and Art Management develops students°Ø abilities to plan high quality exhibitions and to create cultural arts of various genres as well as pure art with a balanced curriculum. DEPARTMENT OF PIANO DEPARTMENT OF ORCHESTRAL INSTRUMENTS DEPARTMENT OF VOCAL MUSIC Pianos can be used in almost every type of musical performance such as piano recitals, vocal music accompaniments, instrumental music accompaniments, ensembles, and orchestral music concertos. The Department of Piano with its international perspectives has produced world class pianists. The Department of Orchestral Instruments promotes an individual‘s ability to play musical instruments by practicing various genres of music from Baroque, Classical, Romantic to Modern. It also provides students with opportunities to hold regular orchestral concerts, string music concertos, pipe music concertos, and chamber music concerts. The Department of Vocal Music provides individual tutoring of vocalization methods and vocal music techniques. It has a balanced curriculum consisting of theories and practices including vocal music literature, body training, vocal music ensemble, and chorus. In addition, it equips students with proper stage manners as singers by offering various stage opportunities such as operas and choruses. ■ Department of Paintings ■ Department of Digital Craft Arts ■ Department of Curatorial Studies and Art Management ■ Department of Piano ■ Department of Orchestral Instruments ■ Department of Vocal Music 26 Information Bulletin 2010 Dongduk Women’s University 27 Information on Dongduk Colleges College of College of Design Performing Arts Inspire Hearts with Sense and Emotion Burning Passion Envelops the Stage Design is essentially a task to define a certain lifestyle in any given moment from constantly Performing Arts, which expresses human emotions and mimics human life on stage, has evolving world trends. Design exists to satisfy people and must quickly meet the changing served a unique function in purifying human hearts. The College of Performing Arts has pro- needs and demands of humankind in a timely manner. For this reason, the College of Design duced excellent performing artists in music, dance and drama. In line with its vision of provid- is located in Cheongdam-dong, the center of fashion, where new trends are most quickly and ing practical education in performing arts, the College of Performing Arts is the first universi- closely observed. Along with our prominent teaching staff, a number of professional design- ty to run four-year degree programs in dance, broadcasting & entertainment, applied music, ers have joined our faculty and provide classes, workshops, and seminars to offer students a and modeling, and it promotes the culture of performing arts so that students can better professional view on the subject. understand universal emotions. The College also helps students to cultivate a sense of pro- In addition, there has been active collaboration with design-related industries, and this has fessionalism through its Performing Arts Center with highly advanced facilities including provided a strong basis for the development of design education by discussing general issues practice rooms, a 450 seat theater, and broadcasting studios. of design, sharing human resources and facilities, and exchanging useful information FASHION DESIGN MAJOR VISUAL COMMUNICATION & INTERIOR DESIGN MAJOR MEDIA DESIGN MAJOR DEPARTMENT OF DANCE DEPARTMENT OF MEDIA ARTS AND ENTERTAINMENT DEPARTMENT OF APPLIED MUSIC In order to strengthen practicality, the Department of Design has established an industrial & academic collaboration system and has shared human resources and facilities. In addition, it produces fashion designers with professionalism by inviting internationally well-known fashion designers and related experts to the design courses at the Design Research Center located in Cheongdam-dong. The Visual Communication & Interior Design Major of the College of Design focuses on fostering professional designers who can improve the quality of human life and industrial competiveness by educating students with the specialized knowledge and skills of visual communication and interior design. The Media Design Major of the College of Design fosters media designers who can lead the way in creative digital media design. Students can study various related fields including digital image modeling, animation, multimedia contents design, visual advertising production, and online promotion. The Department of Dance offers various educational dance programs through its Performing Arts Center in Daehakro. In addition, it has a unique and specialized curriculum that includes traditional dance as well as modern dance. The Department of Media Arts and Entertainment offers practical educational programs using the theaters and broadcasting studios of the Performing Arts Center in Daehakro, so that students can obtain a sense of realism. A faculty rich in experiences provides the students with comprehensive and practical courses. Students not only learn music theory, but also practice various genres of music including rock, pop, jazz, and classical. The Department of Applied Music also offers courses related to music such as musicals, performances, broadcasting, and album production. ■ Department of Design - Fashion Design Major - Visual Communication & Interior Design Major - Media Design Major DEPARTMENT OF MODELING The Department of Modeling offers the first fouryear degree program in modeling in South Korea and has produced many world-class models through its well-organized educational programs. Its prominent faculty has fostered fashion-related professionals as well as models through a balanced curriculum of research and practical training. ■ Department of Dance ■ Department of Media Arts and Entertainment ■ Department of Applied Music ■ Department of Modeling 28 Information Bulletin 2010 Dongduk Women’s University 29 Information on Dongduk Colleges Graduate Schools Affiliated Facilities and Research Institutes An Endless Quest towards the Truth in the Completion of Study Established in 1980, the Graduate Schools of Dongduk Women’s University have offered various degree programs from general graduate degrees to degrees in obesity/beauty/health sciences, design, performing arts, and international culture, and have produced scholars and experts in these fields. ⊙ General Graduate School