Petals and Pathways: A Spring Escape to Gokseong – May 2025
By Neha Bisht Last year, I finally checked something off my spring bucket list in South Korea: the Gokseong World Rose Festival. Held each May in the peaceful county of … Read More
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Amuse Jjimjil-bang in Mokpo: Finding Some Rest and Relaxation
By Maryam Ali My favorite aspect of jjimjil-bang is how refreshed you can feel after a session. It isn’t just a sauna. It’s an experience. I take pleasure in the … Read More
The May Mothers of Gwangju – May 2025
By Park Yeonju May has returned once again. Fresh green grass begins to sprout, and a gentle breeze flows through the air. But in Gwangju, many still carry the pain … Read More
Walking the Path of History: The Significance of Democracy Road at Chonnam University – May 2025
By Dhivyaa S. P. When I first chose Chonnam National University for my graduate studies, my decision was entirely academic. I was drawn by the work of a professor whose … Read More
Together Day: Building a Society of Respect for Each Other’s Culture and Traditions – May 2025
By Lee Boram From a Homogeneous Nation to a Multicultural Korea! The founding myth of Gojoseon, Korea’s first kingdom, is a fascinating tale known as the Dangun myth. The story … Read More
Teachers Day: Highly Commemorated in Korea – May 2025
By David J. Richter Teachers Day does not necessarily mean the same thing to all people around the world. World Teachers Day is celebrated on October 5, which is not … Read More
Teacher 365: Juggling a Multitude of Roles – May 2025
By David Shaffer When we think of “teacher,” many of us create the mental image of an adult with book in hand standing in the front of a classroom addressing … Read More
Buddha Statues on a Cliff Face: The Korean Maae-bul – May 2025
By Kang Hyunsuk (Jennis) In this issue of the Gwangju News, I would like to introduce Rock Buddha Statues on a Cliff Face: The Korean Maae-bul, a work by one … Read More