Online Program
Online Lecture: The Land of Morning Calm — Korean Culture Through Five Keywords
Program No. 25074RJ
Join us on Monday, Dec. 9, 2024, at 7 p.m. (ET)/ 4 p.m. (PT), for a free one-hour lecture and Q&A to learn about Korean culture using a framework of five essential keywords.
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At a Glance
Join Andrew Eungi Kim, Professor of International Studies at Korea University, for an engaging exploration of Korean culture using a framework of five essential keywords. With so many elements to consider, understanding any culture can be challenging, and Korean culture — with its rich history spanning thousands of years — is no exception. This lecture will use these five key concepts to illuminate both familiar and lesser-known aspects of Korea’s cultural identity, offering a structured approach to this complex and fascinating topic.
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.
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Andrew Eungi Kim
Andrew Eungi Kim, Ph.D. is a professor in the Division of International Studies at Korea University, where he served as the dean of both the Graduate School of International Studies and the Division of International Studies. His primary research interests broadly pertain to Korean culture, Korean Christianity, sociology of religion, multiculturalism, and Hallyu. His recent publications include The 'Rise of Protestantism in Modern Korea: A Sociological Perspective' (2022) and 'Korean Culture: Confucianism, Shamanism and Other Habits of the Heart' (2022).
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Andrew Eungi Kim
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Andrew Eungi Kim, Ph.D. is a professor in the Division of International Studies at Korea University, where he served as the dean of both the Graduate School of International Studies and the Division of International Studies. His primary research interests broadly pertain to Korean culture, Korean Christianity, sociology of religion, multiculturalism, and Hallyu. His recent publications include The 'Rise of Protestantism in Modern Korea: A Sociological Perspective' (2022) and 'Korean Culture: Confucianism, Shamanism and Other Habits of the Heart' (2022).
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I learned so much about South Korea, its traditions, language, and history. I was surprised by some of the information e.g. the mountainous geography. Years ago, my father returned from an Asian trip and said he loved Korea and the people. I can see why, after this presentation.
— Review left December 10, 2024