Louise D. - Belgium Hello there, If you are reading this post it means that you are considering CAU for an exchange. My thoughts on the matter; do not hesitate and start packing! My name is Louise, I am 23 and I come from Belgium. I hope I can give you a brief of the … Continue reading OIA Fellowship Interview and Tips
Category: Survival Guide
How to use library
Chung-Ang Univ Library https://library.cau.ac.kr/en/#/ Reading Room: 08:00 to 22:00 Please issue a seat from the seat issuer. How to get a seat - Offline: Tag your student ID from the seat issuer, then click on the seat you want Online: 'Chung-Ang University Seat Allocation' to issue the desired seat Usage time - You can use … Continue reading How to use library
National Health insurance Service
According to a change in national policy, all international students are subject to a mandatory subscription to the National Health Insurance Service (NHIS), which is operated by the Korean government. This means that students will be automatically subscribed to the NHIS, even if they do not apply, starting from the date of their entry into … Continue reading National Health insurance Service
Students Club at CAU
Clubs in Universities are often considered the best way to get integrated into the community and enjoy student life. And whadda’ya know CAU’s got a bunch of them! From music production, magic, theater, board games, and dance, you’ll be introduced to many of them when the Club recruitment week swings by. https://cauclub.co.kr/ However, the sites are written in Korean. We will help … Continue reading Students Club at CAU
The Best Way to Organize Your Belongings Before Leaving Korea
As the end of the semester is around the corner, most of you would prepare for your final exams and plan to purchase your flight ticket to go back home. Also, you would need to pack your belongings and clean up some unnecessary goods. If you stay in CAU dormitory or houses elsewhere, this post … Continue reading The Best Way to Organize Your Belongings Before Leaving Korea
How to Conveniently Transfer to Another Subway Line
Have you had an experience of missing transfer spot to another subway line in Seoul? It is quite common for foreigners to lose their ways by getting confused with transfer due to many subway lines and complex metro system. Seoul has the largest subway system in Korea with 20 different subway lines. However, if … Continue reading How to Conveniently Transfer to Another Subway Line
Notice Regarding the Novel Coronavirus (2019-nCoV) Outbreak
To Our Valued Partners and Students, Warmest greetings from Chung-Ang University. Due to the recent outbreak of the novel Coronavirus (2019-nCoV), there have been significant changes in the upcoming exchange program for Spring 2020. We are very sorry that this virus has become the cause of your inconvenience, and ask for your kind understanding that every … Continue reading Notice Regarding the Novel Coronavirus (2019-nCoV) Outbreak
2019 Hangul Day Protests
Hangul Day, 한글날 (Hangulnal) fell on October 9th 2019, and we visited Gwanghwamun station that day in hopes to visit the King Sejong Exhibition Hall. The underground museum is free of charge and even includes a library and multiple monuments. The most notable monument being the giant King Sejong statue that lays above ground above … Continue reading 2019 Hangul Day Protests
Combating Loneliness While Studying Abroad
Your friends, Isabella, and Reese here. One of the biggest things we’ve struggled with while studying abroad was this notion that exploration and fun would only be possible when others are present. The truth is, sometimes people are going to get busy, sick, or perhaps straight-up cancel plans with you, and sure, it sucks, but … Continue reading Combating Loneliness While Studying Abroad
Sim Card Plans in Korea
For those that may be studying abroad in Seoul, a sim card can be very helpful during your stay. Having data to use everywhere you go, along with a Korean phone number, will allow your time in Korea to go more smoothly! BEFORE GETTING A SIM CARD Make sure your phone is unlocked. You can … Continue reading Sim Card Plans in Korea
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