Looking Back on Another Year of Celebrating Korean Culture at UBC: UBC Korean Language and Culture Program Year Overview
As the 2023-2024 academic year comes to a close, we are excited to reflect on one of the most eventful years that the Korean Language and Culture Program has had thus far! From lively cultural events to friendly gatherings for the students, our program has always aimed to foster community and celebrate Korean culture and […]
Celebrating Diversity and Heritage: Highlights from the 2024 Lunar New Year Festivities
In commemorating the Lunar New Year, the Department of Asian Studies and the UBC Alma Matter Society (AMS) joined forces to orchestrate a memorable event celebrating the Year of the Dragon.
An Evening of K-Pop Dancing, Games, Food, and Fun: The Third Annual K-Pop Dance Event
For the third consecutive year, UBC’s Korean Language and Culture Program held the annual K-Pop Dance Event on November 10th at the Asian Centre Auditorium. The event was organized and led by Korean Language Program students, gathering a group of 60 attendees for a night of dancing and fun games. Along with the support from […]
UBC Asian Studies Class of 2023 Fall Graduates Yearbook
Congratulations, UBC Asian Studies Class of 2023 Fall!
Professor Ross King speaks on the significance of Hangeul Day
Professor Ross King spoke on Arirang News about Hangeul’s rising global demand, approaches on Korean language and culture, and tackling the challenges in promoting Hangeul.
Welcome the New Asian Studies Faculty for 2023/24!
With another academic year upon us, we’re excited to welcome new members to our Asian Studies family!
Asian Studies New Faculty Spotlight – Ji-yoon An
Meet our faculty members in Asian Studies and learn more about their background and passions! In this Faculty Spotlight, we introduce you to Dr. Ji-yoon An, our new Assistant Professor in Modern Korean Popular Culture!
The 2023 Quiz on Korea: Canada preliminary round
The Canada preliminary round of the 2023 Quiz on Korea took place at the UBC Asian Centre on May 8, organized by the Korean Language and Culture program at UBC and the Consulate General of the Republic of Korea in Vancouver to enhance international cultural awareness about Korea.
New books by Asian Studies faculty to enrich your 2023 reading list
This year, scholars from the Department of Asian Studies have published books on topics ranging from historical perspectives, Punjabi poetry, biographies, Confucianism, fiction, and more.
Building language skills and navigating exchange: Insights for students heading to South Korea
To help you prepare for your upcoming exchange experience, we reached out to four students who chose South Korea as their exchange destination.