Routine Life Takes 180° Turn in a Second: My Journey Through the Korean Healthcare System

By Dhivyaa S. P. Sometimes, it only takes a fraction of a second for life to change entirely. For me, that moment came unexpectedly as I twisted my ankle while … Read More

Breaking Cultural Barriers: Challenges Faced by International Undergraduate Students

By Arum Ayuningsih Study abroad has become a widespread phenomenon in the international community, where young people strive to spread their wings and seek opportunities in other parts of the … Read More

“If You’ve Got Something to Say, Just Say It!” – Dedicating Myself to Toastmasters

By Johanna Lezada Back in October of 2020, I was a foreign university student in Korea recovering from a traumatic incident and barely had the appetite for anything. For all … Read More

Beware of Those Sweet, Sweet Smells: Synthetic Fragrance Pollution

By Chung Hyunhwa Did you know there are more and more “fragrance-free zones” or “scent-free zones” being created in North American and European countries? This is because of the awareness … Read More

Area Sports Round-Up – June 2025

A monthly overview of local sports, featuring area teams and brought to you… By Zhang Jiuzhou (Julius) Tigers’ Bullpen Collapses in Stunning Loss to Kiwoom Heroes The Kia Tigers’ bullpen … Read More

AI Peppers’ Taylor Fricano: A Season of Growth and Unfinished Business

By Zhang Jiuzhou (Julius) After a challenging yet rewarding season, AI Peppers’ star foreign player Taylor Fricano has returned to her home in Switzerland for the off-season break. Despite not … 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