Notice

Spring 2021 Students, 1. Orientation file has been sent to your separate emails. For those of you who has not received the email, please send request mail to goabroad@ewha.ac.kr after you secure a enough storage in your email accounts. 2. Ewha Wifi Guidelines has also been sent to your emails. Please find the guideline as attached. Thanks,Ewha OIA

Spring 2021 courses that you might be interested in... Course information below was provided by the HOKMA College of General Education. If you are interested in taking these courses, you may refer to the detailed information through syllabus in the course list at Ewha website (http://www.ewha.ac.kr/ewhaen/bachelor/timetable.do). CurrentIssues (10596-01) Course designed to explore contemporary issues shaping the lives of people around the world. Over the course of the semester, students will develop skills to critically analyze and discuss diverse topics including fake news, artificial intelligence, genderpolitics, tribalism, etc. Various types of materials (e.g., news articles, images, podcasts, video clips) will be used to inform as well as for analysis. By the end of the semester, not only will students have sharpened their critical thinking and communication skills,but they will also have gained a deeper understanding of and appreciation for the increasingly interconnected, interdependent, and complex world we live in today. Please notethat high English language fluency is NOT arequirement for this class. One of the main objectives of this course isto provide the students (with various levels of language fluency) with anopportunity to develop/hone their English language/communication skills byactively engaging with the topics and in class discussions. In otherwords, to succeed in this class, you just need to bring your curious mind andwillingness to share ideas with others! CinemaArts and English (10643)Get some popcorn. Find your seat.Turn off your smart-phone. LET'S WATCH A MOVIE!!!For the next 16 weeks this course will goover various topics dealing with films. Classes will cover the film makingprocess, film analysis, and other subjects dealing with films. Studentswill watch, discuss, and analyze a wide-range of films; will learn how toidentify film components and how they are used; will learn how to identifyvarious plots and genres used in films; will learn how visual storytelling isused in films; will learn how to interpret films; wil llearn about relationships in and between films; will learn how to write a filmanalysis paper and how to debate about films; and will partake in many otherfun activities dealing with films. This class is designed for students wantingto have a deeper appreciation for films, AND for students that arealready cinephiles (film lovers) but would liketo learn more specific details about the art of film making and otherfilm-related topics. WorldWomen through English(10709) This is an advance English course forthose students who have taken College English and Advanced English, which aimsto provide students with an opportunity to practice and improve their writtenand oral abilities in English through the study and discussion of variousissues and images related to women. Any student with active and positiveattitude toward practicing English skills and expressing their thoughts andopinions openly are welcome to the class. Students proficiency level in Englishis NOT the basis for evaluation; rather active participation and productiveclass performance are important. There will be some short readings whichwill be the basis for in class discussions, some writing assignment ts andpresentations, and comprehension check up quizzes on the reading assignments.There is no midterm or final exam. Most of the class hours will involve activeand free group discussions, which will lead to web search, group writing, orgroup presentation.This is a language/communication course,and NOT aspecialized course in feminism, although feminist ideas are welcomed and opento discussion. Students are invited to be original, creative, and personal intheir views and opinions regarding the topics dealt with in class, as there areno set answers, to promote in depth communication in English. This is a fun,interesting, and enrichening class for all the students wanting to examinethemselves as women and individuals living in today s society. The course willapply absolute grading. Businessand Technical English (10597) Business and Technical English isdesigned to help students land an entry-level job (or gain admission tograduate school) and accelerate their careers. It is open to all students,no matter their course of study or departmental affiliation. Students will hone essential skills for21st century workplace success such aswriting professionally, delivering presentations, facilitating meetings,personal branding, socializing, networking, problem-solving, anticipatingneeds, taking initiative, and negotiating. That said, the primary focus ofthe course is helping students get jobs or go to graduate school. Written Communication -Students will write professional emails, resum es, cover letters, and personalstatements. Oral Communication ?Students will give presentations, sit for job/graduate school interviews, takepart in meetings, network, socialize, and negotiate. The class will be collaborative andstudent-centered in nature with a great deal of discussion, interaction, andpeer feedback. The goal is to further students’ confidence to stand out amongtheir peers and advance quickly in their chosen professions.

Spring 2021 orientation will be held online on February 25, 2021.

Guidelines for National Health Insurance FromMarch 1, 2021, any international student staying in Korea ismade mandatory to subscribe to the National Health Insruance of Korea. Noaction is required from students, as you will be automatically subscribed tothe health insurance by NHIS (National Health Insurance Service). Attachedis the guidelines provided by the NHIS. Ifyou have any questions about the NHIS, please contact the NHIS Seoul Center. NHIS Seoul Center: - Englishcall center +82-33-811-2000 - Location: Sindorim Station Exit 3. Pleaserefer to the page 11 in the first attachment in this notice

Let's have a good timeliving in Korea with EKLES! EKLES (Ewha Korea Living Experience Supporters) is a uni. clubof Ewha which is mainly about cultural exchange between foreign students andKorean students.Considering the COVID-19, wedecided to have a 100% online seminar. BUT there are some great activities thatwe’ve planned and all you have to do is to enjoy them!We are now recruitingexchange students in Ewha who want to make Korean friends in Ewha and do lotsof fun activities that make your living in Korea much more exciting!We can help you be friendswith Ewha students and other exchange students, and help you learn differentculture and language XD#WHEN? : 7th period everyWednesday (at 5 p.m.)(If you have any class from5:00 to 6:15 pm, then you cannot apply for the club.)#How to Apply? : Pleasedownload the application file down below, fill in and send it to [ewhaekles2021@gmail.com]! Until 3/7 (Sun), 6 p.m. ! ( We have increased the deadline! )#Activity period : During2021-1 Semester#1st seminar : Wednesday,March 24th (before that, you will be contacted by yourmentor). #Entry fee : 5000 WonEKLES pursue the trustworthyrelationship between mentor and mentee.We hope y'all show somerespect to each other and be on time!Thank you

The Ministry of Health and Welfare has implemented the revised health insurance system to international students, made mandatory to register for the national health insurance, starting from March 2021. The Ministry will set insurance for foreigners at 30 percent of the level levied on new subscribers in 2021 (2021.3~2022.2), and will increase the rate by 10 percent a year until 2023 (2022.3~2023.2.). Students will be made mandatory to register for the national health insurance. Also, students are required to purchase Ewha Collective Insurance or Insurance that is compatible to Ewha Collective Insurance as well. Students are responsible to purchase the insurance to avoid any penalties or disadvantages that might occur. Please refer to the chart below: Category National Health Insurance Fee 39,450 KRW per month Coverage Period —Student who already has Residence Card in Korea: 2021. 3. 1. ~ date of departure —Student who do not have Residence Card in Korea: Your foreigner registration date ~ date of departure Benefits https://www.nhis.or.kr/english/wbheaa02600m01.do Payment Method National Health Insurance Service (NHIS) will send the invoice and payment method directly to you Additional Information More details will be provided to you around the end of February

Pre-departure COVID-19 Testing (PCR Test) and Submission of Negative Results Becoming Mandatory for All Incoming Foreigners to Korea 1. The Korean government has decided to make pre-departure COVID-19 testing (PCR test) and the submission of negative results mandatory for all incoming foreigners to Korea due to the worldwide spread of COVID-19 variations with stronger contagiousness. 2. Negative results should be submitted by all foreigners arriving via flights o Subject: All foreigners arriving in Korea via flights (including Re-entrants) o Date of enforcement: Those arriving from 00:00 (arrival time in KST), January 8th 2021 o Method of submission: Submit the negative results of PCR testing* conducted within 72 hours prior to departure during the quarantine procedure. The results should be presented when boarding and boarding is prohibited when the documents are not presented. * The original document must be present and must be written either in English or Korean. The document can be written in third languages other than English or korean and can be accepted when submitted with a full English or Korean translation with a translation certificate. There may be addition of documents according to the departing country so consult your local consulate of Korea for confirmation of required documents. 3. Entry to Korea is prohibited when an invalid document (e.g. PCR testing being conducted within more than 72 hours from departure) is presented or when an official paper is not present.

2020 Ewha Online International Co-Ed Winter CollegeSpecial Track "Window to Korea"Application Deadline Extended! (~Jan. 8, 2021) ◆ Steps 1. Select a program. 2. Write down an e-mail address to be used as your LOG-IN ID. 3. Click 'Register'.◆ Note 1. The LOG-IN ID cannot be changed. 2. After registration, your password will automatically be issued. Your birthday is the PASSWORD. (e.g., YYYYMMDD: 19991208) 3. Some internet networks may limit the use of ports of this website. In case of troubleshooting, please try with a new computer with access to different networks.If you have any other inquiries, please contact us at gowinter@ewha.ac.kr.

Dear Students, We have prepared a short video for Fall 2020 students. It is uploaded on our youtube channel: https://youtu.be/IKzgxgy2Z5Q It was wonderful to welcome you all here at Ewha.We hope you had an enjoyable and sucessful semester. We wish you a safe travels back home and please keep in touch! Thank you,Ewha OIA

To ensure the quality of education whileconforming to the social distancing guidelines and government regulations, theplan for course instruction for Spring 2021 at Ewha is as follows: [Summary] CategoryCourse TypeClass sizeInstruction FormatAttendanceUndergraduateLab experiment/ Practice/TrainingAll classesin-person + online(students may choose to take courses online or in-person)choose betweenonline and in-personTheory/Theory Practical50 students or less50 students or moreonline onlyonline onlyGraduateAll coursesFormat will be decided upon the discretion of the course instructor:1) In-person or 2) In-person + online or 3) online class*If the class size is over 50 students or more, it will be automatically shifted to online - Instruction format for each course will beupdated at Ewha’s website (www.ewha.ac.kr → Academics → Course → Undergraduate/Graduate) from January 15,2021.- Instruction format is subject to change basedon the COVID-19’s social distancing level. If the level rises above level 2.5,all classes will be changed to online. Instruction Formatof ‘In-person + online’ classInstruction format (faculty)- Teach class in-person in assigned classroom during assigned time- Teach via online platform in real time for students taking class remotely (synchronous) or record lecture and upload video file afterwards (asynchronous) (ZOOM support to be provided) Attendance (students)- Choose between attending class in-person or taking class online * Neither option will result in any disadvantages to a student’s grade or attendance - Guidelines for the selecting the ‘Attendancetype’ will be provided after the course registration period.- If all students who take the ‘in-person +online’ class choose the attendance type as ‘online’, it will be shifted to the100% online class.- Theory and theory/practical courses withthe size of below 50 students can be shifted to online class after the courseadd/drop period, if registered students rises above 50 students. - Theory and theory/practical courses with less than 50registered students may convert to being conducted fully online orface-to-face, or be adjusted to a more efficient instruction method, if: 1)there is common consent between the instructor and students, and 2) the(relevant college/graduate school) dean has approved of the change afterconsideration of the course type, quality, availability of classrooms.- For classes that include lab experiments, practice ortraining that require students to take class in person (requiring uses ofuniversity facilities such as experimental or practice equipment), in-personclasses may be held during the times notified in advance by the courseinstructor upon receiving approval from the dean. However, efforts will be madeto make accommodations for students whose travel or living conditions restricttheir availability to come to campus, or who are at risk of exposure topossible infection, etc. 2. Instruction format of ‘online’ class In accordance with universityregulations on remote teaching and learning, online courses will be composed ofthe following: 3. Criteria for videolectures - Must be one of the following: ①synchronous online class, ② lecture video recorded by instructor (asynchronous) or ③ a combination of the above- At least 30% of lecture content must be updated or renewed at the beginning of each year 4. Midterm and final exams will be conducted in compliancewith university regulation at the discretion of the course instructor. Methodscan be arranged according to the COVID-19 stituation. Article 38 (Examinations) ① Examinations must be conducted regularly for each course, mid-term and at the end of each semester. However, depending on the course, examinations may not take place or may be replaced with temporary examinations. (amended 2016.6.16.)② Examinations may be conducted in written or oral format, replaced with submission of assignments, or conducted in other methods, at the discretion of the course instructor (added 2016.6.16.)