Getting to Know about Korea Through Youtube: Part 1

Hello, guys. This time I would like to introduce some famous Korean Youtube channels. For those of you who are tired of learning a language through textbooks, and would like to know about Korean culture or trend in reality, or those who are scrolling down Facebook for killing time, I have come up with a […]

Going to Dinner in Seoul, South Korea

Choosing a Restaurant Choosing a place to have dinner in Seoul can be either an extremely difficult, or very simple task depending on how decisive you are because the streets are literally lined with endless options. While walking down any main road or side street you pass tens of dozens of Korean BBQ restaurants, grab-and-go […]

Making Friends in Korea: How to Join Cliques

A lot of foreign students in Hanyang University have problems making Korean friends. Some of them have a hard time making friends because they cannot speak or understand Korean well. But, even if some people who are good in Korean, it is not easy for them to become intimate with people in school. It is because […]

Kumdo – Unleashing the Warrior Within

Few martial arts still seek to preserve the warrior’s spirit. It seems only natural since many of the techniques taught are seemingly useless in a street fight, and now emphasis has been placed on scoring points rather than attaining true mastery. However, some are still drawn to the ideals and spirituality that martial arts such […]

Lotteria vs. McDonald’s

Some people think it is such a tragedy to eat at McDonald’s in a foreign country. They tell me, “Why are you eating a burger and French fries when you could be eating local cultural food?” Eating at the McDonald’s in a foreign country is such a unique experience though. I am always fascinated by […]

The Life of a Korean University Student: Planning One’s Career

Being a Freshman as a university student is the period of adaptation in a new environment. They most likely join a club after entrance. The club is classified according to student’s preference. I recommend if you want to become intimate with friends from your major, you’d better go with a club associated with your major! […]

Cultural Aspects Challenging for Foreigners in Korea

Like as always, the spring semester has already kicked off, and it’s been four weeks since the school started. Many exchange students coming from all over the world are getting used to the new surroundings and unique environment in Korea. Among them, I interviewed one student who came from France. She, Elodie Vicini, and I […]

How to Prepare for Exams at HYU

Spring has arrived. Already a month has passed since the beginning of the 1st semester. Soon, Haeongwon Park (the area with benches in front of the business building) will turn pink with cherry blossoms. Oops, in fact, cherry blossom means the midterm week is coming. Thomas is a second year MIS major student from University […]