Noelle K.

When you think about “reconnecting with your culture” there is almost this movie like expectation that you will have this magical trip where you and your identity are transformed. You... keep reading

Like other cities, Seoul is fast paced, busy, and always bustling. Living in this type of environment can sometimes leave you feeling mentally and physically tired. Not everyone is fit... keep reading

Nunchi encompasses up a fundamental aspect of Korean culture. For those unaware of what nunchi is, Euny Hong sums it up as “the art of understanding what people are thinking... keep reading

“많이 먹어.” In Korean culture, food isn’t just food. Food means I care about you, please stay in good health, and make sure you get enough energy to get through... keep reading

An essential and unique feature of Seoul is the endless selection of charming, exquisite cafés. In fact, Seoul appears to have a culture that runs on caffeine. The widespread availability... keep reading

For many Asian Americans there are certain shared experiences being a part of a minority group in America. For myself, being Korean and growing up in a mainly white suburban... keep reading

The mountainous terrain surrounding South Korea makes hiking one of the more popular activities for both the old and young to participate in. This past weekend I had the opportunity... keep reading

South Korea has such an interesting history of rapid technological and economic advancement that observing its historical landmarks can be rather shocking at first. I recently had the chance to... keep reading