Date and Time: 4 pm - 5:30 pm, October 28, 2009
Location: Michigan League-Vandenberg Auditorium Room
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Together, students will experience an intense month traveling around America and learning about several dynamic issues facing the U.S. and Korea: the environment and social movements, media and culture, war and peace, national identity, and the education systems presented in the U.S. and Korea.
Through engagement this diverse group of students will participate in analyzing and creating strategies intended to foster mutual and global cooperation. Not only do conference participants learn about one of the world’s strategic bilateral alliances, they also have the opportunity to directly help reinforce the bonds between countries by sharing knowledge and experiences while making memories and friendship with other future leaders.
KASC is recruiting both undergraduate and graduate students for the month-long program. In addition, KASC does not require Korean language skills, and while many participants have some background in Korean Studies, KASC also welcomes a wide range of student majors and interests. For more information, please visit http://www.iscdc.org or contact the Center for Korean Studies at cks.info@umich.edu
Please send all application documents to: ALC Korean Coordinator Search Committee, University of Michigan, Suite 6111, 202 S.Thayer Street, Ann Arbor, MI 48104-1608.
The deadline for applications is January 15, 2010. Review of applications will begin immediately after the deadline and will continue until the position is filled. The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Inquiries should be directed to kjmunson@umich.edu. Based on the expected supervisory responsibilities associated with this position, it is anticipated that it will be excluded from the provisions of the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the University of Michigan and the Lecturers’ Employee Organization.
The conference organizers invite paper and panel proposals from established and junior scholars. Proposals from postgraduate students and emerging scholars are especially encouraged. Topics related to Korea from a variety of disciplinary perspectives in the humanities and social sciences, including (but not limited to) history, linguistics, language pedagogy, literature, art, religion, philosophy, anthropology, sociology, political studies, economics, business, security and migration studies, are welcome. Special consideration will be given to papers and panels informed by a comparative perspective and broader regional approach.
The application due date is February 28, 2010. To apply, send the PACKS 2010 Application Form (see below) to the PACKS 2010 Administrator at packs2010@gmail.com. Selected presenters and panels will be notified by March 15, 2010. Submission of complete papers is expected by September 30, 2010.
A limited amount of funds might be available for the conference attendants for their lodging in Auckland. Details of the support will be announced at a later stage.
For further details of the conference, please contact Dr. Changzoo Song, Organizing Committee Chair for the 10th PACKS 2010, School of Asian Studies, University of Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand. E-mail: packs2010@gmail.com.
Dong-Choon Kim is Associate Professor of Sociology at Sung Kong Hoe University in Seoul, Korea, and currently serves as a Standing Commissioner of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission, Republic of Korea.
]]> Professor Kim received his PhD in Sociology from Seoul National University in 1993. The main areas of Professor Kim’s research have been historical sociology of Korean politics, working class formation, and the Korean War. As an activist, Professor Kim has been at the center of progressive academic movements since the 1980s. Since 1999, he has been writing about Korean War Massacres and working with victims’ families. In 2004, Hankyoreh, South Korea's progressive newspaper, nominated him as one of “100 people who will lead Korean society.” He was also awarded the 20th DanJe Prize in 2005 for his academic achievements and activism.
His books include Social Movements in 1960s Korea (1991), A Study of Korea's Working Class (1995), Shadow of Modernity (2000), War and Society (2000), Engine of America-Market and War (2004). War and Society has been translated into German, Japanese, and English (The English language title is The Unending Korean War.)
Date and Time: 4 pm - 5:30 pm, October 28, 2009
Location: Michigan League-Vandenberg Auditorium Room
10/14/09
"Korean Diaspora: History, Identity, and Community Consciousness" Edward Chang, Professor of Ethnic Studies, UC Riverside
12/02/09
"Why Aren’t There Any War Cemeteries in North Korea?"
Heonik Kwon, Reader in Anthropology, London School of Economics and Politics
01/27/10 "Korean Kayagum Sanjo: Schools and Players" Keith Howard, Associate Dean, Research, Sydney Conservatorium of Music, University of Sydney
03/24/10
"Freedom of Expression in South Korea: Still an Evolving Right Twenty Years After?"
Kyu Ho Youm, Jonathan Marshall First Amendment Professor, School of Journalism and Communication, University of Oregon
4/7/2010
"The Politics of Nationalism and International Adoption in South Korea"
Katharine Moon, Professor, Dept. of Political Science and Edith Stix Wasserman Chair in Asian Studies, Wellesley College
2 to 3 awards of varying amounts are provided to support undergraduate and graduate students’ research travel, research work, fieldwork, or attending an academic conference related to Korean Studies, which will be used to support academic pursuits.
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• Materials to submit: 1 page funding proposal, Curriculum Vitae, 1 recommendation letter for adviser, budget plan.
• If requesting funding to attend a conference, you must present a paper unless approved through the Center beforehand.
All films will be screened at the Michigan Theater.
October 24, 2009 2 pm, Michigan Theatre
Crossing
Directed by Kim Tae-gyoon, 107 min (2008)
December 5, 2009 2 pm, Michigan Theatre
Welcome to Dongmakgol
Directed by Park Kwang-hyeon, 133 min (2005)
January 9, 2010 2 pm, Michigan Theatre
Repatriation
Directed by Dong-won Kim, 149 min (2006)
January 23, 2010 2 pm, Michigan Theatre
The Game of Their Lives
Directed by Daniel Gordon, 80 min (2002)
February 13, 2010 2 pm, Michigan Theatre
A State of Mind
Directed by Daniel Gordon, 93 min (2004)
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JI-HYUNG RACHEL LEE is a third year doctoral student in Anthropological Archaeology, interested in the early history of East Asia, especially Korea. Current research interests include the Jeulmun and Mumun periods of Korea, as well as early state formation. In addition, she holds an interest in ancient landscapes that have also taken her to excavations in Uzbekistan, Turkey, and China.
YOUNGCHUL KIM is a Ph.D. Candidate in Architecture at the A. Alfred Taubman College of Architecture and Urban Planning. He is interested in housing & neighborhood designs and urban redevelopments as a researcher and architect. Mr. Kim graduated from the Department of Architecture at Seoul National University with a master and bachelor degrees, and has worked for Kunwon Architects, Planners, and Engineers in Korea.
NORA HAUK is a second year PhD student in Sociocultural Anthropology at Michigan. She researches how Christianity is a means for imagining personal and political futures. For her dissertation, she plans to study South Korean church-based aid, development projects, and missionary work directed toward North Korea to examine how political goals interact with religious practices, testimonies, and theologies. This summer, she will study Korean language in an intensive program and conduct preliminary research.
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Susan Choi was born in South Bend, IN and grew up in Houston, TX. Her second novel, American Woman, was a finalist for the 2004 Pulitzer Prize for fiction. She is also the author of The Foreign Student, winner of the Asian-American Literary Award for fiction, and the coeditor with David Remnick of the anthology Wonderful Town: New York Stories from The New Yorker. A recipient of fellowships from the Guggenheim Foundation and the National Endowment for the Arts, she was born in 1969 and lives in Brooklyn.
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There are many great schools in Korea during the summer months that can fit many diverse schedules and skill levels. The Center For Korean Studies works directly with many of these programs to provide university students the best opportunities for learning the Korean language.
Ewha Language Center Yonsei Kli University Seoul National University Sogang University Korea University
Ewha Offers Three Diverse Programs:
The Special Summer Program is designed for students who want to take advantage of their summer vacation to learn the Korean language and culture. This program combines Korean studies with optional trips to historic Korean and cultural sites. There is an optional 3 day field trip that allows the students to visit historic sites. Through the field trip, students are able to see the ancient culture site, modern industrial facility and correctly understand Korean history. Students can experience Korean culture through a number of special activities (2 hours a day, 2 days a week). In the lower levels, emphasis is placed upon conversation, reinforced by writing. Further class hours are spent on practical conversation, listening, reading, composition, and cross-cultural communication. In the afternoon, students can experience Korean culture through one of the many special activities. Korean classes are held 5 days a week (from 9:00 to 13:00) for 5 weeks (total 100 class hours).
Language Education Institute - Seoul National University:
Korean Language Summer Program:
Introduction
The 5-week Summer Korean Language Program, offered by the Korean Language Education Institute at Seoul National University, is for English speaking students who wish to learn the Korean language and culture during their summer vacation. All classes are held from 09:00 to 13:00, five days a week.
Schedule for the 2008 academic year
Registration Deadline May 20 (Tue.)
Notification of Acceptance May 26 (Mon.) By E-mail
Payment Deadline May 30 (Fri.)
Placement Test June 23 (Mon.) 9:00 a.m. Written Test, Interview
Orientation & Classes Begin June 23 (Mon.) 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Commencement Ceremony July 25 (Fri.) 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
This program provides Korean language lessons and opportunities to experience Korean culture. Classes are offered at two levels of proficiency, beginning and intermediate, with an average of thirteen students per class. Classes are conducted in structures based on level and need: textbook-centered lessons, skill-based lessons (listening, speaking, reading, and writing).
Beginning Level
Students with minimal to no knowledge of Korean learn how to survive through basic everyday situations in Korea. Activities include:
- Basic pronunciation exercises
- Basic expression exercises
- Basic language skills training (listening, speaking, reading, and writing)
The Korean Language Education Institute has developed and introduced a special on-line education program, Online Korean, in order for students to better understand and take greater interest in Korean.
Intermediate Level
Students with basic proficiency in Korean are taught intermediate conversational skills including the vocabulary and expressions necessary for daily life.
Students may take Writing I or II, pronunciation or Chinese character classes, based on their needs, in the 4th period. In addition, the Culture lessons and Idiom Instructions may help students' better understanding of Korean custom.
Cultural Experiences
1) Field trip to the DMZ: Students will be able to participate in a visit to the DMZ, the most heavily fortified border in the world (4 hours). For more information.
☞ http://www.korea-dmz.com
2) Ichon Traditional Ceramic Tour:A field trip to one of Korea's most well known ceramic production locations, Ichon, will offer students an opportunity to take part in the ceramic-making process.
☞ http://www. ichontour.com
3) Performance: Students have an opportunity to watch a comedy material art performance called Jump.
☞ http:http://www.hijump.co.kr
4) Selective Lessons: Students can choose a class from the list of special interest afternoon lessons, including calligraphy, Korean traditional percussion quartet, or Chinese Character lesson.
5) Korean Dishes: Students may experience Korean traditional dishes such as Bulgogi, Bibimbap, etc.
Specialty
1) SNU Buddy Program
Students participating in the SNU Buddy Program will be assigned a "buddy" from the SNU student body who will benefit the student's stay in Korea in a variety of ways.
2) Special Lectures
The special lectures program provides lectures on current issues in East-Asian politics and international relations.
3) Korean Cinema
Students will have an opportunity to watch Korean movies in the afternoon as a learning experience as well as a fun activity.
4) Credit Acknowledgement
Students will earn 3 credits for one hundred hours of Korean language study. If credits earned from SNU need to be transferred, students will need to contact their respective schools in advance for verification.
* In case of international transfers, students will be responsible for all transfer and mailing fees.
Sogang University - Korean Language Education Center:
This is the main program of the Korean Language Education Center at Sogang University, and it oversees the improvement of communication in Korean as our top priority. This course schedule includes a 9 am Writing Class;
Each school day has four hours of class. (1hr-Writing, 1hr-Speaking, 2hrs-Listening/Reading)
Course
Regular Course (20hrs/wk, total 200hrs)
Days
Mon-Fri(5 days/wk)
Class Hours
09:00-13:00 (4hrs/day)
Levels
1-7 (7: Korean Culture Course)
Class size
around 12
Characteristics:
Sogang classrooms center around students and focus on developing speaking skills.
Speaking practice, listening comprehension, reading, and writing are cohesively integrated into the class curriculum.
Students learn speech patterns for use in everyday life, which effectively increases their communicative abilities.
Class is taught by three instructors per day. In this way, students are exposed to a diversity of teaching styles.
By adding cultural content, the program further enhances students' understanding of Korean culture.
Schedule:
2008-2010 Academic Year (One Semester - Ten Weeks; One Academic Year - Four Semesters)
Deadline : Registration ongoing through the year on a first-come, first-served basis.
■ Application Requirements
(1) The application form
(2) A copy of diploma or an original transcript from the school most recently attended
(3) A copy of passport
(4) 2 photographs (3x4cm)
* (If you want to get "the Admission Letter", you have to submit a certificate of the balances(over $3,000) or a reference of one's identify.)
(Please submit the sponsor’s letter of employment or copy of business permit certificate of the sponsor with the sponsorship letter.)
■ Costs of Education (Year 2008)
(1) Application Fee: 60,000 Won (non-refundable)
(2) Tuition Fee Regular Program : Levels 1-6: 1,470,000 Won/quarter
Advanced Research Level: 1,210,000 Won/quarter
Afternoon classes: 1,250,000 Won/quarter
Afternoon . Evening Program : 320,000 Won/quarter
(3) Tuition fee reduction regulation
* Reduce 20% of tuition fee of one person in case brothers or sisters register at the same time.
* Reduce 20% of tuition fee of diplomats, government officials, or their families dispatched to government institutions of each country.
* Reduce 10% of tuition fee of Korea University fellows' sons or daughters.
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