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The Alleys that Connect Seoul
Upon first arriving in Seoul, I noticed and admired the various alleyways on every street, … Read more
My Experience Being a Black Woman in South Korea
Being a BIPOC student studying abroad can be a scary process at first, as you … Read more
Hello I’m Gyopo: My Experience as an Asian American Adoptee
Introduction 안녕하세요 여러분! Hi everyone! It’s Elizabeth! In today’s blog, I want to tell you … Read more
I’ve Lost My Rose-Tinted Glasses for Japan
This study abroad trip was probably the most stressful thing I’ve prepared for in my … Read more
Cafés: A Vibrant Social Hub for Gatherings and Hangouts in Vietnam
What is Café Culture? The café culture in Vietnam is truly fascinating and unlike that … Read more
Give Up or Grow
There are times in life when you step out of your comfort zone to do … Read more
Studying Abroad as a First-Generation Student
Making my dreams a reality I am a first-generation Latina college student who has never … Read more
Understanding Your Host Country’s History
Before coming to Japan, I was nervous. It is nerve-wracking to enter another country. But … Read more
What to Do During Christmas in Seoul
When walking through the streets of Seoul around Christmas, it looks like any other Western … Read more
Traveling to Seoul from Tokyo as a Foreign Exchange Student
In May 2023, I left the United States to study abroad for nine months; however, … Read more
The “Jack-in-the-Box” of Seoul: Pop-Up Stores!
Seoul is known for many things, from its café culture to its efficient transportation systems … Read more