Why you will get Fit in Korea

Korea has a ton of tasty food to offer. That’s a fact. Because of that, some people coming here might be concerned about enjoying marinated fried chicken, McDonald’s delivery and Korean BBQ a bit too much and gaining a few extra pounds. But don’t worry; there are exercise opportunities everywhere (some of which you can’t […]

Hanyang Women’s University Fall Festival

Talk about a great catch on campus. No train trip required and a plethora of fun for two nights in a roll. Right here, on campus, and it trumps any block party you could imagine. It‘s probably one the best festivals on a college campus I’ve ever experienced, and my home university hosts a lot […]

Soju Drinking Culture

There are many things that are very different between South Korea and your country, be it the language, the food, the people – the list goes on and on. But one thing is just as true here as it is at home: people like to gather, socialize, and unwind with a drink (or 12) with […]

So Long Seoul

After living in Seoul for one semester I learned a lot about South Korea’s people and culture. I really enjoyed all South Korea had to offer and I think Korea helped me grow as a person. It gave me a new outlook on life and helped me learn to accept people from all different cultures. […]

Packing for Korea

For all you new exchange students coming to Korea for the first times there are certain things that you should pack that you may not be able to get in Korea, or not cheaply at least. 1. Sheets: While you can get sheets in Seoul, you cannot find fitted sheets here. And trust me you […]

Korea: A Reflection by Kristi

The saying “time flies” could not have been any truer to describe my four months as an exchange student in Korea. In a blink of an eye there are now only a couple more weeks left in this amazing city. This exchange experience has been extremely remarkable, and I’m going to attempt to describe all […]

South Korea: What I Will Miss Most by Tara

Before I came to South Korea I really had no idea what to expect. I am now 3 weeks away from the end of my time here and I cannot believe it is almost over. Time really does fly when you are having fun! It is important to make the most of your time when […]

Hanyang University’s 2015 School Spring Festival (Rachios Festival)

Every Spring semester, usually in the month of May, Korean universities hold a festival filled with food, performances and of course, drinking. University campuses transform into a bustling festival ground. Held during the period after midterms and before finals, university festivals are a perfect opportunity to unleash any stress you have. Almost all Korean students […]