Exam season in Korea can be intense. Whether it’s endless lecture slides, group presentations, or late-night library sessions, your brain often ends up feeling like a sponge, squeezed dry. While studying is important, what many students forget is this: your brain needs time to recover, too. During one particularly overwhelming exam week, I realized something […]
Study Until Morning?” – How Korea’s Study Culture Changed Me
June 26, 2025 by Leave a Comment
Before I came to Korea, I knew that education here was taken seriously. Korean students are known globally for their strong academic performance and competitive university entrance exams. But witnessing the intensity of studying firsthand was something I wasn’t fully prepared for. It started during my first semester. I would stay on campus after class […]
Understanding Korean Idioms: Expressions Beyond the Literal
May 29, 2025 by Leave a Comment
By Heejae Korean idioms are rich in metaphor and culture. While their literal meanings might sound strange at first, they reveal a lot about how Koreans express thoughts and emotions. Here are seven common idiomatic expressions that you might hear in everyday conversations. 1. 눈에 불을 켜다 (nun-e bul-eul kyeo-da) Literal meaning: To light fire […]
Literacy: Do we really know it?
April 17, 2025 by Leave a Comment
By Pratibha Hello guys, welcome back to another blog. This time, I am actually trying something new, which is out of my comfort zone. This semester, I am taking this class, which actually was quite interesting to me, and I thought that maybe I should share this knowledge through this platform… We more or less […]
Introducing Residence Hall 7: The New Dorm on Campus
April 15, 2025 by Leave a Comment
Heejae’s article I’m here to introduce our new student residence — Residence Hall 7. As one of the newest additions to our campus, it comes with upgraded facilities, a modern design, and a cozy atmosphere. If you’re thinking about moving into Residence Hall 7 next semester, I hope this post gives you a clear idea […]
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