A Gwangju Beauty

Lee Jung-bin, the first runner-up in the 2012 Miss Korea Beauty Pageant, also known as the “Seon” started as the ultimate winner of the Miss Gwangju-Jeonnam Beauty Pageant 2012. A multi-talented lady who is also currently a student at Gwangju Women’s University majoring in Airline Services graces us with her presence and tells us her story.

February 2013 News Round Up

Here are February’s most important stories regarding the Gwangju community.

Korean Literature Review – The Other Side of Dark Remembrance

“The shared agony of history is an essential aspect of the bond that exists among Koreans.” Elton LaClare reviews “The Other Side of Dark Remembrance” by Lee Kyun Young.

Korea’s First Woman President

Park Geun-hye will be the first woman president of South Korea. Michael Bielawski gives us his take.

Korean Recipe: Jeongol

Here’s a recipe that helps people cope with the weather and hangovers. It is a stew considered to be a ‘detox vitamin’ called Jeongol.

Charmed in Ecuador

Like many countries in South America, Ecuador surprised me, in the most brilliant and wonderful way. I entered not knowing what to expect, but I left dreaming of returning someday.

Restaurant Review: Bottle

Gabriel Ward visited Bottle. Here’s what he had to say about his time there.

Athletics Supporters in Gwangju

Athletics Supporters holds sporting events to gather donations for local environmental and humanitarian organizations. Also, these events give people the chance to be involved in their communities and environment, while staying active. It is all about becoming healthier on the inside and out.