문화교차연구소

文化交叉研究所 所长  成东权

[Eng.]

The bedrock of cultural research lies in the realm of emotions, for the reason that culture cannot subsist without the element of emotion. Specifically, the impetus for cultural expression, such as artistic endeavors, stems from an individual's emotive states. It follows that the rudimentary groundwork for investigating culture is anchored in the sphere of emotions, and a meticulous comprehension of this facet is an indispensable tool for scholars to discern the intricacies of cultural phenomena.

Cultural phenomena are characterized by a seemingly limitless diversity of expressions and permutations. As such, the domain of cultural research itself extends into an infinitude of diverse pathways and approaches. However, the very infinitude that characterizes cultural expression is also inherent to the domain of human emotion, standing as an enduring and inescapable aspect thereof. Consequently, any scholar seeking to undertake a study of culture must first establish a rigorous and well-informed understanding of the nature and dynamics of emotion, prior to embarking upon any concrete or specific research endeavor.

The most straightforward approach to establishing a valid understanding of emotion involves cultivating a rigorous comprehension of our own emotional experiences. This entails, prior to engaging in any discussion concerning the emotions of others, first developing a nuanced and precise understanding of our own emotional states. In addition, by anchoring our comprehension of emotions within the realm of scientific inquiry, the methodology for comprehending emotions must be rooted in the inherent causality of their essential nature. Such a rigorous understanding of emotions constitutes a comprehensive and valid comprehension thereof.

Therefore, the Graduate School of X(cross)-Cultural Studies at Kookmin University is founded upon the scientific exploration of emotions, which is based on the causality of emotions, that is, the inherent necessity of emotions recognized by the "Science of Feelings." By studying "Science of Feelings," researchers can establish a correct understanding of emotions. Based on this understanding, they can freely pursue their own research topics with the guidance of their advisors. In this context, "X(cross)-Cultural Studies" is a delightful and accessible academic discipline in the age of artificial intelligence, where individuals seek their own existence and happiness through the enjoyment of culture. 

* The Graduate School of X(cross)-Cultural Studies at Kookmin University   

Director of IXCS,

Seong, Dong Kwon.

[Mong.]

“Соёлын огтлолцолын ухаан” гэдэг нь “бүх зүйл анхнаасаа сайхан байдаг ертөнц”-ийн тухай тодорхой ойлголт дээр тулгуурлан “бүх зүйл сайхан ертөнц ” гэсэн хязгааргүй соёлуудын хязгааргүй огтлолцлыг хязгааргүй хэлбэрээр сурах ухаан юм.  

Соёл хоорондын судалгааны хүрээлэнгийн захирал,

Seong, Dong Kwon.