As hard as it may be, 2016 Argus reporters finally made it through the December issue. How were the issues for you? We hope we delivered various, interesting and biting articles. The reporters of this semester also have some notes of personal experiences they want to share with the readers.

Byeon Hee-jin | Editor-in-Chief

Being a reporter is tough, but being an Editor-in-Chief of the press is harder. The Argus reporters always debated for many hours once we sat down with the standards of news values, timeliness and much more. It was quite tiring sometimes. However, I had to push through this harsh process, being strong, encouraging my fellow Argusians as the head of this group. Be that as it may, it was the most splendid semester for me. I would like to send heartfelt words of gratitude to my fellow Argusians, professors, and the readers.

Kang Young-joon | Editorial Consultant

What I appreciate myself the most is being an Argusian. I spent almost six years on this team, and honestly there were hard times belonging to The Argus. But after a lot of experiences, now I am not proud of myself who thought of quitting this job. It is tough to be an Argusian but it is worth a try. Why don’t you give it a shot?

Jang Eun-ae | Editorial Consultant

All of the reporters of The Argus have tried to make their articles logical by spending a lot of time discussing. They are constantly searching and analyzing the information to write impartial articles. As I am an editorial consultant of The Argus, it is really hard to fulfill that kind of implicit faith although I have worked at The Argus more than two years. But, still, The Argus is quite a truthful magazine for the readers, with its sincerity.

Lee Jae-won | Editor of Culture Section
I know I often said, “I will run away!” to fellow Argusians. Actually, I thought I would suddenly quit The Argus since it is a tough place. However, I now have found the truth. The Argus is so charming that I cannot give it up. And it is a great honor for me to be a small part of this magazine. Thanks to my great colleagues, and you who are now reading The Argus!

Choi Yun | Associate Editor of National Section

In the latter half of this year, Korea was in a state of constant political turmoil. The foundation for “comfort women” was established without victims’ consent; Baek Nam-gi died after a year in a coma; President Park Geun-hye’s scandal broke. As The Argus associate editor for the national section, I could observe these affairs more closely than anyone. Though I am no longer able to work as a reporter of The Argus, I hope many other students come and grab the great opportunities that I have had in The Argus for the past two years.

Byun Hee-jin | Associate Editor of Campus Section

It has been a year and a half since I joined The Argus with the aspiration of becoming a journalist. Since I was a cub reporter, I have a goal to achieve through The Argus: to find the answer to “What is ‘real’ journalism?” This semester I had chances to deeply ponder over the journalistic objectivity in specific terms, as I handled various contro versial issues in campus. Every moment with The Argus was a crisis but precious, experiencing my dream firsthand. I will devote myself more to deliver readers fruitful news for the public benefit, seeking to be diligent Hermes of HUFS.

Lee Sei-yon | Staff Reporter of Culture Section

Never has time traveled that thick and tough as it did for the past few months. Thanks to The Argus, I have learned that time is not as fleeting as it seems, but it has always been myself that made it seem so. I am truly thankful for fellow Argusians who have helped me through the hard times. I am glad and proud of what I accomplished, and I am certain that all the turmoil will turn out as triumph.

Choi Ye-jin | Staff Reporter of National Section

As a reporter of the national section, I have faced various social issues and met many respectable people. These experiences helped me not only to broaden my mental vision but also to know myself more deeply. Working as a reporter was very tough and difficult, but I do not regret being an Argusian. Lastly, I would like to deeply express my appreciation for all of the support from senior Argusians.

Cub Reporters
Training as cub reporters was very unique and interesting, a special experience not easy to have as university students. We feel that the training process was useful in developing our writing skills.