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Howon University
Howon University is a private four-year comprehensive university located in Gunsan, South Korea. It is renowned for its high employment rate for its graduates. History Established in 1977 as Gunsan Industrial College, it was elevated to a university in 1998. For two consecutive years in 2009 and 2010, Howon University received a government funding amounting to US$5.4 million, as it was selected as a participant by the Ministry of Education for Korea's Educational Capability Improvement Project. In 2013, the Ministry of Education of Korea certified Howon as the university with the highest recent graduates' employment rate in the whole country. In 2014, Howon placed second. Organization There are six faculties and nine research institutes in Howon. Notable people *Baek A-yeon, singer * Cha Hak-yeon (N), singer (VIXX) * Jung Taek Woon (Leo), singer (VIXX) * Kim Won-shik (Ravi), rapper (VIXX) *Hwang Chan-sung, singer (2PM) *Jang Wooyoung, singer (2PM) *Im Hyun-sik, singer (Bto ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
University
A university () is an institution of higher (or tertiary) education and research which awards academic degrees in several academic disciplines. Universities typically offer both undergraduate and postgraduate programs. In the United States, the designation is reserved for colleges that have a graduate school. The word ''university'' is derived from the Latin ''universitas magistrorum et scholarium'', which roughly means "community of teachers and scholars". The first universities were created in Europe by Catholic Church monks. The University of Bologna (''Università di Bologna''), founded in 1088, is the first university in the sense of: *Being a high degree-awarding institute. *Having independence from the ecclesiastic schools, although conducted by both clergy and non-clergy. *Using the word ''universitas'' (which was coined at its foundation). *Issuing secular and non-secular degrees: grammar, rhetoric, logic, theology, canon law, notarial law.Hunt Janin: "The university ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Park Jin-young (entertainer, Born 1994)
Park Jin-young (born September 22, 1994), known mononymously as Jinyoung, and formerly as Jr. and Junior, is a South Korean singer, actor, and songwriter. He is a member of the boy band Got7 and boy band duo JJ Project. He made his acting debut in the drama ''Dream High 2'' (2012) followed by a series of supporting roles until he landed a main role in ''He Is Psychometric'' (2019). He made his film debut in the independent film ''A Stray Goat'' (2016). Biography Park is a native of Udo Island, Jinhae-gu, Changwon, where his grandparents reside, but grew up in Yongwon-dong, Jinhae-gu. He had childhood ambitions to be an entertainer and appear on TV since his fifth year of primary school. His mother was against it and, when Park was attending his sixth year, she sent him to an audition for SM Entertainment, agreeing that, if he failed, he would give up; however, he made it to the third and final preliminary round and won the popularity award. As the family's opposition diminish ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Pristin
Pristin (; stylized as PRISTIN and formerly known as Pledis Girlz) was a South Korean girl group formed by Pledis Entertainment in 2016. The group was composed of ten members: Lim Na-young, Nayoung, Roa, Yuha, Eunwoo, Rena, Zhou Jieqiong, Kyulkyung, Yehana, Sungyeon, Xiyeon and Kyla. Most of them appeared on the television show ''Produce 101'' and, as the prize for becoming two of the top contestants, Nayoung and Kyulkyung went on to debut as part of the project girl group I.O.I, before reuniting with the other members to debut as Pristin on March 21, 2017, with the first Extended play, EP ''Hi! Pristin''. Pristin was known for writing and composing their own music. Following two years without group activities, the group disbanded on May 24, 2019 when only 3 of the 10 members renewed their contract with Pledis Entertainment. History Pre-debut The members Lim Na-young, Nayoung, Roa, Yuha, Eunwoo, Rena, Zhou Jieqiong, Kyulkyung and Xiyeon competed together on Mnet (TV channel), Mnet' ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Bae Sung-yeon
BAE Systems plc (BAE) is a British multinational arms, security, and aerospace company based in London, England. It is the largest defence contractor in Europe, and ranked the seventh-largest in the world based on applicable 2021 revenues. As of 2017, it is the biggest manufacturer in Britain. Its largest operations are in the United Kingdom and United States, where its BAE Systems Inc. subsidiary is one of the six largest suppliers to the US Department of Defense. Other major markets include Australia, Canada, Japan, India, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, Qatar, Oman and Sweden, where Saudi Arabia is regularly among its top three sources of revenue. The company was formed on 30 November 1999 by the £7.7 billion purchase of and merger with Marconi Electronic Systems (MES), the defence electronics and naval shipbuilding subsidiary of the General Electric Company plc (GEC), by British Aerospace, an aircraft, munitions and naval systems manufacturer. BAE is the successor to variou ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Son Seung-yeon
Son Seung-yeon (born September 15, 1993), also known as Sonnet Son, is a South Korean singer. She is a winner of ''The Voice of Korea'' and is a frequent guest on the singing competition show ''Immortal Songs 2''. Discography Albums Singles Soundtrack appearances Other charted songs Filmography Musical * '' The Bodyguard'' (Korean-language rendition) as Rachel Marro, Dec 15, 2016 - Mar 05, 2017. * ''Wicked'' (Korean-language rendition) as Elphaba, Feb 12, 2021 - May 1, 2021. * ''Wicked'' (Korean-language rendition) (Transfer to Busan) as Elphaba Elphaba Thropp is a fictional character in '' Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West'' by Gregory Maguire, as well as in the Broadway and West End adaptations, ''Wicked''. In the original 1900 L. Frank Baum book ''The Wonde ..., May 20, 2021 - June 27, 2021. Television shows ''Immortal Songs 2'' ''King of Mask Singer'' Notes References {{DEFAULTSORT:Son, Seung-yeon 1993 births Living ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Orange Caramel
Orange Caramel () is the first subgroup of South Korean girl group After School. The subgroup was formed in 2010 with the third generation After School members Nana, Raina, and Lizzy. As of December 2019, Orange Caramel only has one member under the label. According to the group's website however, Raina and Lizzy are still members of the group. History 2010: Debut and two mini albums Orange Caramel debuted on June 16, 2010, with the single "Magic Girl". Their debut mini-album, ''The First Mini Album'' was released on June 21, 2010. The album was a commercial success, peaking at No. 2 on the Gaon Chart with the lead single "Magic Girl" peaking at No. 18. "Magic Girl" was a domestic hit and became famous for its choreography and outfits featuring large bows, with the song's concept proving popular as it was often parodied on variety shows throughout 2010. The mini-album was also released in Taiwan, where a Mandarin version of "The Day You Went Away", a cover from Cyndi Wang, ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
After School (band)
After School (Hangul: 애프터스쿨) is a South Korean girl group with an admissions and graduation concept formed by Pledis Entertainment. As of December 2019, After School only has one member under the label. According to the group's website however, Raina, Lizzy, E-Young and Kaeun are still members of the group. After School officially debuted in January 2009 with the song "AH!" from the single album '' New Schoolgirl''. Following the addition of Uee in April of that year, they released "Diva", which won the "Rookie of the Month" award at the Cyworld Digital Music Awards. Pledis Entertainment then announced the graduation of Soyoung before adding Raina and Nana for the release of " Because of You", which topped the monthly digital chart for December 2009. Follow-up singles " Bang!", "Shampoo", " Flashback" and "First Love" further consolidated their popularity and saw the additions of members Lizzy, E-Young and Kaeun, as well as the graduations of original members Beka ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Raina (singer)
Oh Hye-rin (born May 7, 1989), better known by her stage name Raina, is a South Korean singer. She is best known as a former member of the South Korean girl group After School and member of the sub-unit Orange Caramel. Raina debuted with the group in November 2009 following the release of the group's third single, " Because of You". She debuted as a solo singer in September 2014 with the single "You End, And Me". Career Predebut Raina tried to audition with JYP Entertainment to become a rapper before joining Pledis Entertainment. Before debut, Raina was a barista at the Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf. She also previously auditioned for Mnet's ''Superstar K'' and was a student at the SM Academy. Raina is considered to be one of the best vocalists among idol girl groups in South Korea. 2009–2014: Debut with After School and Orange Caramel Raina officially debuted with After School for the release of their second single, " Because of You", which attained No. 1 on the Gaon Digital Char ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Wanna One
Wanna One () was a South Korean boy band formed by CJ E&M through the second season of ''Produce 101''. The group was composed of eleven members: Kang Daniel, Park Ji-hoon, Lee Dae-hwi, Kim Jae-hwan, Ong Seong-wu, Park Woo-jin, Lai Kuan-lin, Yoon Ji-sung, Hwang Min-hyun, Bae Jin-young and Ha Sung-woon. The group debuted on August 7, 2017, under Swing Entertainment and CJ E&M. Their contract ended on December 31, 2018, but their final activity as a group was their last concert on January 24–27, 2019. History Pre-debut: ''Produce 101'' Wanna One was formed through the 'survival' competition series ''Produce 101'' (season 2), which aired on Mnet from April 7 until June 16, 2017. Out of an initial 101 trainees representing various agencies, the final 11 were chosen by audience voting and announced via live television broadcast. Before appearing on the program, several members had already been active in the entertainment industry. Park Ji-hoon was a child actor and had appeared ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kim Jae-hwan (singer)
Kim Jae-hwan (Hangul: 김재환, born May 27, 1996), known mononymously as Jaehwan (Hangul: 재환), is a South Korean singer-songwriter, known for finishing fourth in ''Produce 101'' (season 2). He is a former member of the South Korean boy group Wanna One. As the group promoted for a year and a half, it achieved both critical and commercial success with all four of its albums topping South Korea's Gaon Album Chart and all five of its lead singles ranking in the top three of South Korea's Gaon Digital Chart. Kim debuted as a soloist with his first extended play, ''Another'', which was released on May 20, 2019. Career Early career Kim came in as a semifinalist on '' Korea's Got Talent 2'' in 2012. In 2016, he was invited to appear on a new music program about amateurs facing-off professional singers called '' Vocal War: God's Voice''. In the pilot episode, Kim earned the chance to proceed to the next round with his rendition of Boohwal's "The Beautiful Truth". He eventually e ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Jeong Se-woon
Jeong Se-woon (, born May 31, 1997) is a South Korean singer-songwriter signed under Starship Entertainment. Career 2013–2017: Pre-debut Jeong's first public appearance was in 2013, as a contestant in the third season of ''K-pop Star''. He passed the first round of auditions with a performance of his original song titled "Mom, Wait a Minute" (). One of the judges in the show, founder and former JYP Entertainment CEO Park Jin-young, praised the musical form of the song and likened him to Akdong Musician, who were the winners of the second season of ''K-pop Star''. Starting from the third round, he competed as part of the duo Something () with fellow contestant Kim Ah-hyeon. The duo reached the finals but was eliminated during the first round of live performances. In July 2014, three months after the show concluded, Jeong signed a contract with Starship Entertainment. In 2017, he represented Starship Entertainment in ''Produce 101 Season 2'' alongside fellow trainee Lee Gwa ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
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