Photo: © Sweet Terrorists: Su Yeon Lee, Yoo Jeong Kim

Reforming the piece

Sungkyunkwan University (KR)

We believe that art creates new value by breaking down and rebuilding ideas. When we mix different cultures and technologies, we make new meanings that can move people, inspire them, and give them new experiences. Sungkyunkwan University (SKKU), a beacon of academic excellence in Korea for over six centuries, has consistently embraced this philosophy. Throughout its illustrious history, SKKU has never taken a superficial approach to the phenomena shaping our world. Instead, SKKU has dedicated itself to the meticulous deconstruction and reconstruction of ideas, fostering interdisciplinary collaborations that push the boundaries of knowledge. This commitment stems from SKKU’s core mission: to illuminate the path forward for the integration of art, culture and technology in ways that meet the evolving needs and aspirations of future generations.

In a groundbreaking initiative to realize this vision, SKKU’s School of Convergence is joining forces with the School of Art. This collaboration aims to pioneer a revolutionary paradigm in media, one that reflects the university’s enduring legacy of innovation and its forward-thinking approach to education and creativity. By bridging these two schools, SKKU is poised to explore uncharted territories in the realm of media arts, setting new standards for interdisciplinary education and artistic expression in the digital age.

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Sungkyunkwan University (KR)

Sungkyunkwan University was founded at the beginning of the Joseon Dynasty in 1398 as the highest national educational institute in Korea. As the oldest university in East Asia, it has fostered leaders of our society for over 600 years.

Credits

Project Directors: Soowan Kim, Sanghun Sul, Hyewon Kang / Organized and Operated by Sungkyunkwan University (SKKU) School of Convergence and School of Art / Project Manager: Jang hyun Kim, Ji Sook Chung, Daniel H, Byun, Changjun Lee / Artists: Su Yeon Lee, Yoo Jeong Kim, Kim Gahui, Han Youngseo, Heesu Kim, Seoyeon Choi, Miseon Jeong, Philgyu Choi, Wonjae Doh, Dongkyu Lee, Cai Mingjun, Zhan Hao, Choi Taeho, Min Taeho, Jang Yurlim, Dong Jiarui, Shehng Haozhuang, Li Lingjie, Peng Jingyi, Jin Shengjian