A Blast From the Past: Revisiting E.T. The Extra Terrestrial

Written by Natale Ryan   E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial may be one of the most personal blockbusters ever made. Inspired in part by director Steven Spielberg’s suburban upbringing and his parents’ … Read More

“We Left with Empty Hands”: The Dispossessed, by Ursula K. Le Guin

Written by Kristy Dolson   It should come as no surprise that most readers have a list of authors they consider to be both phenomenal writers and incredible individuals who … Read More

Celebrating Resilience

Written and photographed by Annalise Reinhardt I am new to Gwangju. Before moving here in December 2017, I lived on the West Coast of the United States for eight years, … Read More

The Technology Collection

Written by David Shaffer   ALTERNATE REALITY The world around me keeps swirling twirling turning churning While I stand still motionless inert ineffectual in my inconsequential existence. VIRTUAL REALITY Ah! … Read More

Introduction to Korean Pastes (Jang)

Written by Cho Namhee   Korean pastes (jang) are the basis of Korean cuisine. Whenever you visit a Korean restaurant, it will have either dishes based on pastes or serve … Read More

Korean Fruit Teas

Written and photographed by Karly Pierre   I ride bus 35 until the end of the line: Mudeungsan Mountain National Park. It’s a clear, sunny day, and as I step … Read More

Sure, I Would Love to Live a Natural Life: Gwangju’s Vegetarian Buffet

Written and photographed by Wilson Melbostad Yes! It’s true. As the title of this monthly column indicates, Gwangju does indeed eat. But let’s focus our gaze on a perhaps more … Read More

Volunteer Motivation: Why People Volunteer

Written by Maria Lisak   Gwangju is a community of volunteers. But what really motivates people to volunteer? Looking at the reasons and motivations of volunteers can help them stay … Read More