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Youth in History: From the Enlightenment Era to the Age of Complexity The EAI has strived to cultivate talented youth to lead a future Korea with comprehensive and integrated knowledge. As part of that effort, the EAI has organized the 2010 Social Sciences Lecture series. The first session will be led by Professor Young-Sun Ha from the Department of International Relations, Seoul National University from March 3 to 29, on the topic of “Youth in History: From Enlightenment Era to the Age of Complexity.” Historically, life “within” the Korean Peninsula has been largely influenced by “outer” forces. Traditionally, Korea has long weaved its own story within the Chinese-dominated world order; modern Korea, on the other hand, has prospered and faded within the Western-dominated international order. Thus, in order to properly understand its past, present and seek a better future, Korea needs to understand the meaning of its existence within the context of international politics. This lecture series will examine the path of these intellectual attempts, primarily focusing on youth in history from the enlightenment era to the age of complexity.