Online Program
Online Lecture: The Dynamics of Democracy in South Korea
Program No. 24421RJ
Join us on Wednesday, Feb. 5, 2025, at 7 p.m. (ET)/ 4 p.m. (PT), for a one-hour lecture and Q&A to learn about the political evolution of South Korea.
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At a Glance
South Korea's democratic journey has been shaped by a complex history, from Japanese colonial rule and the division of Korea to the devastation of the Korean War. The nation's political evolution has also been marked by military coup d'états, international pressures and powerful grassroots movements. Join Francis Daehoon Lee as he explores these pivotal forces and examines how recent events — particularly the dramatic resistance to the 2024 coup — signal both new opportunities and challenges for South Korea's democracy.
General Notes
Your online lecture will take place live over the course of 1-2 hours. All times are listed in the EASTERN time zone. If you live in a different time zone, please adjust your schedule accordingly. This live online experience uses Zoom Webinar, an easy-to-use web video service that includes closed captioning. All you need is an Internet connection and your computer. You will receive a confirmation email when you enroll, and a reminder email one week and one day before, as well as the morning of the event with a link and instructions on how to tune in. You will not be pictured on screen during the lecture, but you will have the opportunity to ask the instructor live questions using the Q&A box. Unless otherwise noted, all those who enroll in this program receive access to the live event as well as a recording of the lecture that you can watch any time within the two weeks following the live event.