1. Seoul International Fireworks Festival 2019 https://hanwhafireworks.bulggot.co/en/#FESTIVAL Come to this year's Seoul International Fireworks Festival! Each year, a firework festival will be held at Yeouido Hangang Park. It will be from October 1-5. There will be three teams from Korea, Sweden, and China that will work together to light up Yeouido’s night skies! … Continue reading Upcoming festivals for 2019-2020
Hangul Day, 한글날 (Hangulnal) will be on October 9th of this year, so mark your calendar! It is a national holiday to celebrate the Korean Alphabet. During the 15th century, the Koreans used Chinese characters or ‘Hanja’ to read and write, but only the Elite class were able to afford this kind of education since … Continue reading Hangul Day
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In order to help incoming students with the online application process, we have compiled a list of steps you will need to take in order to complete the application. Note: Login and Password will be provided by email once you are accepted into the program. Also, the application must be submitted using either Internet Explorer … Continue reading How to Fill Out CAU’s Online Application
Here are some things that you should know before coming to South Korea or anywhere for an exchange! Make sure all your paperwork is correct Studying abroad requires a lot of paperwork so make sure to fill them out correctly, double-check each time and of course, please fill it out with a black pen. … Continue reading Tips for Upcoming Exchange Students
It's December now, and the semester is coming to a close. Perhaps you think you've hit all the major tourist spots already. And now I'm sure you've been to the Hongdae and Gangnam to try out the pubs, clubs, and street food. But I think some exchange students overlook the more chill and cute activities … Continue reading Dog, Cat, Raccoon, Meerkat, and Sheep Cafe’s near Hongdae
The Kakao friends store & cafe is sure to please not only Kakao friend lovers, but those who love anything adorable. It's also a great place to get unique souvenirs for family back home. The store sells Kakao theme pajamas, slippers, phone & laptop cases and even little accessories such as buttons and hair clips. … Continue reading Kakao Friends Hongdae & Gangnam Flagship Stores
I was lucky enough to pass by this Harry Potter themed cafe when I was in Hongdae with my friends, so I took this opportunity to crash my phone with a million photos. This cafe consists of 6 floors and each is designed differently for people to take a glimpse into the world of Harry … Continue reading King’s Cross 9¾ Harry Potter Cafe in Hongdae
You know what they say “Work Hard, Play Harder”. It’s no secret that Korean culture openly allows for discussion of drinking and clubbing. It’s where students can dance their stress away either from work. Here are some tips on popular bars and clubs where you can explore outside your comfort zone and even meet new … Continue reading Seoul: Bar & Club Guide
Hangul Day, 한글날 (Hangulnal) fell on October 9th 2019, and we visited Gwanghwamun station that day in hopes to visit the King Sejong Exhibition Hall. The underground museum is free of charge and even includes a library and multiple monuments. The most notable monument being the giant King Sejong statue that lays above ground above … Continue reading 2019 Hangul Day Protests
Street food is a cheap and quick way to sample some sweet and savory Korean treats. Though the more unique snacks are definitely more expensive, they're definitely worth it, and fun to try! DIRECTIONS: Myeongdong 명동역: From the subway, go to Myeongdong (Line 4) station Exit 3, cross the street to your right, opposite of … Continue reading Korean Street Food Guide (Avenue of Youth, Hongdae, Myeongdong)
