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Kookmin University
Kookmin University () is a Private university, private research university established in 1946 in Seongbuk-gu, Seoul, South Korea. It has historic significance, as it was founded during by the Provisional Government of the Republic of Korea and is the first private university founded after the liberation of the Republic of Korea from Japan. Prominent Korean independence movement, Korean independence activists Kim Gu, Jo So-ang and Sin Ik-hui, Shin Ik-hui are strongly associated with the university. In 1959, the SsangYong Group acquired the university. It has around 22,000 students and 350 administrative staff are working at the university's 800 faculties. Since its establishment in 1946, approximately 60,000 students have graduated. The KMU consists of 14 undergraduate colleges, several postgraduate schools, and 10 professional-technical schools. The university provides degree programs, scholarships, and conferences. The international rank and reputation has been improving. Histo ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Private University
Private universities and private colleges are higher education institutions not operated, owned, or institutionally funded by governments. However, they often receive tax breaks, public student loans, and government grants. Depending on the country, private universities may be subject to government regulations. Private universities may be contrasted with public universities and national universities which are either operated, owned or institutionally funded by governments. Additionally, many private universities operate as nonprofit organizations. Across the world, different countries have different regulations regarding accreditation for private universities and as such, private universities are more common in some countries than in others. Some countries do not have any private universities at all. Africa Egypt Egypt currently has 21 public universities with about two million students and 23 private universities with 60,000 students. Egypt has many private universities in ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Hwanhee
Hwang Yoon-seok (, born January 17, 1982), better known as Hwanhee (), is a South Korean singer, actor and a member of South Korean R&B duo Fly to the Sky. Career Hwanhee graduated from Gwang Moon High School before his debut. He was encouraged to audition by a staff member working for SM Entertainment at his high school festival. He also attended Kyunghee University, majoring in post-modern music. Hwanhee is also known as one of the top male vocalists of the Korean Music Industry with his unique and powerful voice. 1999: Fly to the Sky Officially debuting on November 21, 1999, he released the album '' Day by Day'' alongside fellow member Brian Joo. 2006-2011: Acting Hwanhee debuted as an actor in 2006, when he starred alongside Seo Ji-hye, Ji Hyun-woo and Kim Ok-vin in Korean drama '' Over the Rainbow'' as cocky rock star Rex. The rating of the show was mediocre throughout its airing, plummeting to 7% at one point. His performance received mixed reviews. (SBS) He co ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Cho Yonggi
David Yonggi Cho (; 14 February 1936 – 14 September 2021 as Paul Yungi Cho) was a South Korean Pentecostal Pastor. He was the founder of the Yoido Full Gospel Church ( Assemblies of God), which he started in a tent with 5 people (including his future mother-in-law Choi Ja-shil and her children as its first members), which eventually became the world's largest congregation, with a membership of 830,000 (). Early life Cho was born on 14 February 1936, in Ulju County, now part of Ulsan. The son of Cho Doo-chun and Kim Bok-sun, Cho was the eldest of five brothers and four sisters. He graduated from middle school with honours. Because his father's sock and glove business went bankrupt, he could not afford high school or university tuition. Subsequently, he enrolled in an inexpensive technical high school to learn a trade. At the same time, he began frequenting an American army base near his school, and learned English from soldiers whom he befriended. He mastered English q ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Dia (band)
DIA (; ; shortened from DIAMOND and backronym for Do It Amazing) is a South Korean girl group formed by MBK Entertainment. The group is currently composed of six members: Eunice, Lee Ju-eun, Jueun, Ki Hui-hyeon, Huihyeon, Yebin (singer), Yebin, Jung Chae-yeon, Chaeyeon and Kwon Chae-won, Eunchae. DIA officially debuted on September 14, 2015, with their lead single "Somehow" from their debut album ''Do It Amazing''. Cho Seung-hee, Seunghee left the group in April 2016 after her contract expired and she would pursue her acting career. In May 2018, Eunjin decided to leave the group for health reasons. Jenny later left the group in July 2019, similarly for health reasons like Eunjin. In January 2022, Somyi departed the group after deciding to terminate her exclusive contract. In September 2022, all the remaining members departed from PocketDol following the expiration of their contracts and the group is currently on a hiatus due to the members focusing on their individual activitie ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
F-ve Dolls
F-ve Dolls (; sometimes stylized in all caps, formerly known as 5dolls) was a South Korean girl group formed by Core Contents Media in 2011. The group was composed of six members: Hyoyoung, Seunghee, Yeonkyung, Hyewon, Eunkyo and Nayeon. They debuted with two single tracks, "Lip Stains" () and "I Mean You" (), in 2011. The group was known as "Female Unit" of Coed School until CCM's announced that the group became independent in 2013, originally as five members, Soomi and Chanmi left the group’s line-up on 2012, The group disbanded on March 10, 2015. History 2010: Formation In December 2010, Coed School broke into sub-groups. The female members Lee Soo-mi, Heo Chan-mi, Ryu Hyo-young and Jin Hye-won, with the addition of new member Seo Eun-kyo, became 5dolls. 2011: Debut with ''Lip Stains'', ''Charming Five Girls'', ''Time to Play'' On January 20, 2011, 5dolls released two promotional videos featuring Jay Park, one called "Lip Stains" and the other one called "I Mean Y ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Cho Seung-hee (entertainer)
Cho Seung-hee (; born June 3, 1991), better known as Cho Yi-hyun (), is a South Korean actress, singer, general producer of the label company PocketDol Studio and founder of PocketDol Studio's label M25. She debuted as new member of F-ve Dolls in 2013 and continued to promote until the group unofficially disbanded in November 2014, which was confirmed in March 2015. Following the disbandment, she returned as a trainee for almost a year before re-debuting as the leader of DIA in September 2015. In April 2016, she left DIA after her contract expired to pursue her acting career. She has established herself as an actress with cast in various television dramas such as '' Mr. Back'' (2014), ''Triangle'' (2014), '' Diary of a Night Watchman'' (2014), '' Sweet Temptation'' (2015), and '' The Producers'' (2015). Biography and education Cho Yi-hyun was born Cho Seung-hee on June 3, 1991, in Dong-gu, Gwangju, South Korea. She currently attends Kookmin University. She is the winner of ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Bang Eun-jin
Bang Eun-jin (; born August 5, 1965) is a South Korean actress and film director. She is best known for starring in Park Chul-soo's ''301, 302'' and Kim Ki-duk's ''Address Unknown (2001 film), Address Unknown''. Bang made her feature directorial debut with ''Princess Aurora (film), Princess Aurora'' in 2005, and has since directed ''Perfect Number (film), Perfect Number'' (2012), and ''Way Back Home (2013 film), Way Back Home'' (2013). Filmography Director and screenwriter * ''Method (2017 film), Method'' (2017) * ''Way Back Home (2013 film), Way Back Home'' (2013) * ''Perfect Number (film), Perfect Number'' (2012) * ''Blue Birds on the Desk'' (short film from anthology film, omnibus ''If You Were Me 4'', 2008) * ''Puff the Rice'' (short film, 2007) * ''Princess Aurora (film), Princess Aurora'' (2005) * ''Ain't No Maid'' (short film, 2004) Actress Film * ''The Naked Kitchen'' (2009) (cameo appearance, cameo) * ''A Light Sleep'' (2009) (cameo appearance, cameo) * ''Crush and B ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ahn Hyo-seop
Ahn Hyo-seop (; born April 17, 1995) is a Canadian actor and singer based in South Korea. He gained recognition for his performances in television dramas such as '' Still 17'' (2018), ''Dr. Romantic 2'' (2020), '' Lovers of the Red Sky'' (2021), ''Business Proposal'' (2022), and '' Dr. Romantic 3'' (2023). His accolades include the Best New Actor – Television award at the 56th Baeksang Arts Awards, multiple Excellence and Top Excellence awards at the SBS Drama Awards, and honors at the Asia Artist Awards. Early life and education Ahn was born on April 17, 1995, in Seoul, South Korea as the youngest of three siblings. When he was six years old, his family immigrated to Toronto, Ontario, Canada, where he grew up. Ahn later moved back to South Korea when he was 17, while his family stayed in Canada. He later attended and graduated from Kookmin University, in the Department of International Business. Career Pre-debut activities After moving back to South Korea, Ahn was scouted ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Han Kyu-seol
Han Kyu-seol (; 29 February 1848 – 22 September 1930) was a prime minister of Korean Empire when the Japan–Korea Treaty of 1905 was signed. Han opposed the treaty, but failed to prevent it from being signed. Biography Han was born on 29 February 1848 in Seoul. In his youth, Han passed the Gwageo's military examination, and was appointed as the commander of army of the in Gyeongsang-right province. After serving at various posts, Han was appointed as Mayor of Seoul in 1887. Later in 1896, he was promoted to Minister of Law. When the Independence Club was formed, Han demonstrated favor for the liberal political party; he was appointed as the Speaker of the National Assembly when the People's Joint Association was at its peak. To soothe the disgruntled public after arresting 17 leaders of the Independence club, Emperor Gojong appointed Han as the chief judge of the court. Han delivered the arrested leaders light punishments. However as the Imperial government disbanded the In ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
