Gwangju’s Obscure Northern Rim 

By Isaiah Winters  To usher in the cold, northerly winds of the new year, this January we’ll pay tribute to Gwangju’s obscure northern rim, specifically the flatlands, foothills, and jagged … Read More

Gwangju Cares: The Community Care Service Is a Winner! 

By Jessica Lee I am a Korean-Canadian living in Gwangju, which boasts of the beauty of Mt. Mudeung. Here in Gwangju, I am making grateful memories with my family and … Read More

Pavilion Huigyeongnu: Bridging Past and Present 

By Julien Laheurte  In the year 1451, shortly after assuming the role of governor in Gwangju, the esteemed An Cheol-seok was dismayed to find no suitable venue for official gatherings … Read More

Never Let Me Go by Kazuo Ishiguro 

Reviewed by Michael Attard  The children are living in what appears to be a private boarding school for a select few, but something is amiss. There is no mention of … Read More

Painting a Landscape of the Mind – Artist Lee In-sung 

By Kang Jennis Hyunsuk  Upon encountering Lee In-sung’s paintings, my eyes focused on scenes featuring rolling waves on the sea, graceful seagulls, and the captivating presence of a young man. … Read More

Diwali – Festival of Lights  

By Neha Bisht  Diwali (or Deepavali), the Festival of Lights, is one of the most widely celebrated festivals in India. It is a Hindu festival that is celebrated to mark … Read More

The 2023 Gwangju Liquor Tourism Festa 

By Olivia Laurel  Located at the Kim Daejung Convention Center (김대중컨벤션센터) in the west of Gwangju, this three-day event from October 27–29 pulled out all the stops to bring the … Read More