2008 Korea University (KU) Calendar
Oh Eun Hwa 2007250440@korea.ac.kr

March
March 3 - First Day of School
March 4 - Cheerleading Orientation for 2008 Freshmen
In this event, freshmen and anyone who wishes to experience KU's famous cheerleading culture gather in the KU Gymnasium to get exposed to KU's cheerleading songs and routines.

April
April 18 - 4 18 Marathon
On April 18, 1960, many KU students were killed or brutally injured while marching in protest of the Syngman Rhee regime, which murdered a student who denounced the government's fraudulent election. In order to commemorate the dead KU students who fought in order to reject the regime's corrupt practices and protect democratic principles, KU students annually participate in the 4 18 Marathon.
April 21~25 Midterm

May
May 5 - Anniversary of the foundation of KU (no school)
May 12 - Buddha’s Birthday (national holiday)
May 19 - Opening Ceremony of KU Festival (Ipselenti)
A lot of entertainment such as concerts with famous Korean singers, fun games, refreshments and alcohol booths and amusement facilities are organized in the annual KU Festival. Ipselenti, which is held on the first day of this weeklong festival, is the highlight of all entertainment; Korea's most-loved singers heat up the campus with great performances, and an exciting cheerleading event takes place at the end where all students of KU and its longtime rival school, Yonsei University, sing and dance to their own cheerleading songs, creating a competitive atmosphere.
May 19~23 - KU Festival
May 23 - Closing Ceremony of the KU Festival

June
June 6 - Memorial Day (national holiday)
June 16~20 - Finals
June 23 - Start of Summer Vacation