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Written by Boipelo Seswane. It was wild and cold outside. Lake stood at the kitchen window shivering even as the mug she clutched to her chest warmed her hands. The … Read More

“Corona Blue” – The More Tragic, The More Beautiful

Written by Jeong Jiyeon. The coronavirus outbreak that once seemed like it might end soon has continued for four months. It has gotten to the point where it feels weird … Read More

On Being a Master Teacher

Interview by Dr. David E.Shaffer. We all know what a postmaster is and what a headmaster is, and we’re all familiar with “master of ceremonies” and “master craftsman.” But what … Read More

Beware the Juggernauts of Journalism

Written by William Urbanski. Wearing a mask is more than a way to stop germs: It is a badge of civic pride. Among all the information, misinformation, memes, and videos … Read More

Gwangju Now and Then: An Interview with Robert Grotjohn

Interviewed by by Melline Galani. Robert Grotjohn has spent a considerable number of years living in Gwangju in two different decades – separated by a gap of twenty-five years! These … Read More

Democracy Trail – Illuminating the Past, Connecting to a Bright Future

Written by Cami Ismanova. History has always been the subject that has fascinated me the most. You can imagine my interest rising when I discovered that I had actually gotten … Read More

May 18: Participant Recollections

Interviews with Park Young-sun and Ahn Giljeong. Interviews by Jeong Jiyeon and Melline Galani.Photographs by Yunkyoung (Hillel) Kim. “May 18” or “5.18” is shorthand for the Gwangju May 18 Democratic … Read More

MAY 18

Text by Dr. David E. Shaffer.Photographs courtesy of the 5.18 Archives. May 18, 1980 – a date etched in the memories of those who lived through this dark spot in … Read More