Midnight Martial Law and Defense of Democracy – February 2025

By Park Yeonju “10:23 p.m., December 3, 2024. In the Presidential Office in Yongsan, Seoul, South Korea President Yoon Suk Yeol declares martial law without any prior notice.” “My fellow … Read More

Valentine’s Day: A Day of Love and Affection – February 2025

By Neha Bisht Valentine’s Day – a day of love and romance is mainly celebrated on February 14 each year. On this day intimate partners, friends, and family show their … Read More

Where Will I Be Spread? – January 2025

By Kang Hyunsuk (Jennis) A few years ago, I was captivated by an intriguing and unique artwork at the Gwangju Museum of Art. The wall was filled with long, short, … Read More

As the Clock Strikes Midnight: A 2025 New Year’s Reflection – January 2025

By Yousra Feriel Drioua The dawn of a new year traditionally brings the comforting hope of resolutions – aspirations to live better, to be more productive, or finally master a … Read More

Seollal: Korea’s Older New Year – January 2025

By David Shaffer This year, we are blessed with two important holidays in January – two new year celebrations that are similar in some ways yet quite different in others. … Read More

Spending the Holiday Season in Gwangju

A Journey Through Gwangju’s Unique December Spots By Park Yeonju & Neha Bisht As the year draws to a close, December becomes embroidered with colorful lights. Once again, the season … Read More

Promoting Public Diplomacy in Vietnam

Gwangju Delegation Visits Nghe An Province By Park Yeonju “Welcome: Gwangju International Center, Korea.” Each letter carefully written in Hangeul in a cute and meticulous style. These were the heartfelt … Read More

“The Jewel in the Crown”: A Year of Cultural Exchanges

An Interview with Canadian Ambassador to Korea By Arlo Matisz On Friday November 1, Tamara Mawhinney, the Canadian Ambassador to the Republic of Korea since 2022, was interviewed by GGN … Read More