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Public Schools vs. Private Schools in Korea

Our contributor, vlogger Tonya Bost, has some tips to help you decide which type of school in Korea is best for you--public or private? I have worked at both public and private schools here in South Korea. Every school has their own rules and regulations, however, in this video I share the main differences between [...]

By |2018-04-19T19:59:21+09:00January 19th, 2018|Videos|4 Comments

Must Do: Seoul Lantern Festival at Cheonggyecheon

Our contributor, City Ambassador Arielle Pukanecz, gives you an inside look at the Cheonggyechon Stream in Seoul. Looking for a peaceful, sunrise walk in Seoul? How about a romantic sunset stroll? One of my favorite spots in the city, which is beautiful year around, is Cheonggyecheon. Cheonggyechoen is surrounded by City Hall, Myeong-dong, Gwanghwamun, and many [...]

By |2018-04-19T19:59:22+09:00November 20th, 2017|Videos|1 Comment

Closing Thoughts: My Experience on Jeju Island

Thinking back to life when I was in my early twenties and stateside, I often find myself laughing at how much has changed since then. I regularly remind myself to be incredibly thankful for everything I have here on Jeju Island.   In the summer of 2012, I graduated from Winthrop University in South Carolina [...]

Returning to Korea: Same Place, New Goals

You’ve taught there before and now you’re thinking about returning to Korea, but you feel like it would be taking a step backwards. I know what it’s like. I took that step, and I’m happy I did. A lot of people back home didn’t understand why I was going to Korea again. If you go [...]

By |2018-04-19T20:00:06+09:00November 27th, 2015|Featured Articles, Korvia Contributor Editorials|6 Comments
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