The Alternative Platform

A Space for and by International Students By Yousra Feriel Drioua “Alternative” – What comes to your mind upon glancing at this word, or what do you relate it to? … Read More

Mind Over Matter!

By Park Nahm-Sheik Mind over matter – This line makes a neat and tidy guidepost for seekers of wondrous things in life such as fitness, hipness, and contentedness. The mind … Read More

Discovering Korea with CNU

A Summer Travelogue By Mia Montes Time and time again, you hear the marvels of traveling while you’re young. As a 20-year-old American who had seldom left California, my experiences … Read More

Gwangju’s October Festivities

 Chungjang Festival & Busking World Cup By Chung Hyunhwa October is a beautiful festive month with its cool and dry air after the heat and humidity of summer. Generosity is … Read More

Great Agro-Ideas for Carbon Reduction

By Chung Hyunhwa Agriculture is a significant source of greenhouse gases, largely due to the increased energy required for modern farming. This energy is used to create optimal conditions for … Read More

Gwangju’s Bouldering Scene

A New Face to Scale By Catherine Sasmita Recently dubbed one of the trendiest activities, bouldering has seen consistent growth in community size over the past few years. South Korea … Read More

A Long-Standing Taboo

Mental Health in Korea By Yousra Feriel Drioua The discussion surrounding mental health was and remains a taboo subject in many societies around the world for various reasons. For Korea, … Read More

Kicking Beyond Borders

A Taekwondo Master’s Journey with International Students Interviewed by Dhivyaa S. P. Teaching taekwondo to international students presents unique challenges and rewarding experiences. Lee Seo-Jeong, a taekwondo master, shares her … Read More