Congratulations to the 16 students chosen to be Youth Ambassadors for the 2014-2015 Project Bridge program. These Youth Ambassadors, from New York and Los Angeles, travel to Korea for a study tour where they meet with government officials, business professionals, scholars, students, and artists. The Youth Ambassadors promote understanding about Korea and tolerance by building […]
Proclaimed a “Masterpiece of the Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity” by UNESCO in 2003, p’ansori is a narrative vocal tradition usually featuring a solo singer and single drummer. Dr. Robert Provine explores the origins of the genre, and highlights the well-known story of Ch’unhyang. Dr. David McCann discusses the poetic nature of p’ansori. Dr. […]
The Korea Society invites prospective Youth Ambassadors and Group Leaders to apply for the 2014-2015 Project Bridge program. The Korea Society, in conjunction with the Los Angeles-based Pacific Century Institute, coordinates a year-long intercultural outreach program for high-school juniors and seniors. Originally created in response to the 1992, Los Angeles riots, the program selects 16 […]
Dr. Young Yang Chungworld-renowned authority on textile history and embroidery, is founder of the Chung Young Yang Embroidery Museum Sookmyung Women’s University in Seoul, Korea. Her numerous publications are considered invaluable references, and she has taught and exhibited work throughout the world–from Korea and Japan to Tehran and Cairo, as well as venues in Europe and the […]
Application Deadline: Friday, August 22, 2014 (Postmarked) The Korea Society is pleased to announce its 19th annual Fall Fellowship in Korean Studies program to be held in Korea November 10-19, 2014, in collaboration with the Academy of Korean Studies. The objective of the program is to provide a general overview of Korea, past […]
Today’s students use Korean electronics, drive Korean cars and listen to Korean pop music, but few know about the dynamic country that’s re-shaping the economic and political landscape of East Asia. Korea’s Art & Culture: Past to Present is a six-day in-service 3P (3 credit) course offered in conjunction with the NYC DOE’s After School […]
Educators are invited to join our 2014 Spring Teachers’ Conference, Korean Children’s Stories. Dr. Jae-uk Choo, Visiting Scholar at Oklahoma State University, lectures on children’s literature influenced by Korean culture, citing stories from his publication Ten Told Tales: Unmasking Korean Culture. Dr. Mark Peterson, Professor of Korean Studies at Brigham Young University, highlights traditional Korean […]
Over the past four months, 16 Youth Ambassadors in New York and Los Angeles have embarked on a journey of self-exploration and intercultural-leadership development that culminated with ten days of total immersion in Korean culture. On May 20th, eight New York-based Youth Ambassadors will share their experiences, including stories from a ten-day study tour to […]
The Korea Society collaborates with the American Museum of Natural History for a dynamic cultural event for the entire family. This all-day event features live performances, from traditional music to K-Pop, storytelling, calligraphy, craft and game activities, and more! Cullman Hall of the Universe, Lower Level, Rose Center for Earth and Space Enter at […]
The Korea Society is pleased to announce openings for up to 8 American educators to participate in its tenth annual Spring Fellowship in Korean Studies program to be held in Korea from April 9 – April 19, 2014. The program will include lectures and discussions on topics of current interest, guided tours and opportunities for […]
