Currently in Sookmyung Women’s University (SMU), there are various kinds of English classes. It has two objectives, one is to improve English skills of SMU students, and the second one is for foreign students who want to attend classes with SMU students. The Sookmyung Times (SMT) asked opinions to the foreign students about these classes. What are their general opinions about English classes?

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According to a request from a reader of the Sookmyung Times (SMT), SMT met Ms Park who is engaged in the financial world. She has been working in KIUP BANK. Let’s all gather and meet her...

1981, Born inSeoul2000, Graduated from Dongmyung Girls’ High School2003, Joined Sheraton Grande Walkerhill Hotel Rooms Team2004, Graduated from Sookmyung Women’s University...

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