Jane Jacobs: Citizen, Activist, Good Neighbor
In New York City during the 1950s there was a famous battle between resident Jane Jacobs and city developer Robert Moses over whether or not New York could demolish more … Read More
Category: Features
Why Trump?: Explaining the US Election
The 2016 US presidential election was a turbulent time of wild accusations, fiery punches and bombshell email leaks that sent Brexit-like shock waves around the world. After the election, I was approached by a Korean friend who asked me, “Why did America … Read More
New in Town: An Interview with Suttira Kaewthep
When did you start working for the Gwangju Youth Center? I started my internship at the Gwangju Youth Service Center on September 5, 2016. It was a day later … Read More
Everyday a Rainbow: Annie Wan Pushes the Boundaries of Ceramics
After a long run from September 3, the 11th Gwangju Art Biennale wrapped up on November 6. While most of the art was exhibited inside the gallery, there was a … Read More
Gwangju Should Stand for Human Rights by Standing Up Against Forced HIV Testing
Most English teachers here in Gwangju consider the HIV and drug testing part of their required health check as a necessary nuisance. However, some remember, or are familiar with, the … Read More
A Look at a Local Giant: KIA Motors
An Exploration Into the Hyundai Group That Hopes To Be A World Leader In the Green Car Market By 2020
Scholars and practitioners in the field of arts and culture coming to Gwangju for
2016 Marks the 10th Anniversary of the Asian Culture Forum
Was the US Government Involved in the May 18th Democratic Uprising?
Clarification Surrounding The US Involvement In the May 18th Democratic Uprising