By Jess A.

Published Oct. 3, 2024

Wow, where do I even begin? The first month has been a whirlwind. For me, this experience has been so special in so many different ways. It was my first time ever leaving the United States, as well as the first time doing many things. First time taking the subway, first time ordering in Korean,…

By Joshua S.

Published July 3, 2024

I’m writing this in Korea at 00:30, June 30. I’m not going to lie, I completely forgot about writing my last blog for June. I just got off the plane from visiting Jeju island. On this rainy day with a side of a thunderstorm, the plane ride back to Daegu was rocky but I made…

By Joshua S.

Published May 30, 2024

In May, I did some cool things in Korea. My school has its festival from May 21–23. The school clubs created their own restaurants for students to eat at. There were food trucks and vendors too. There was also a free concert. I had my first and second Korean concert in the span of two…

By Joshua S.

Published March 20, 2024

I’m a student from Mizzou currently studying in Daegu, South Korea. I am the first ever undergraduate student from Mizzou to go to this school. I have met a lot of people from all over the world. I have made friends with people from Kazakhstan, Ireland, Poland, Germany, Croatia, China, Japan and France. Here are…

By Halie N.

Published Oct. 19, 2023

I got to start off my trip to South Korea with a bang! On our first Saturday in the city we got to do an overnight trip to the beach city Yeosu where another CNU campus is located. We got to visit an amazing museum. Not only did it use technology to show different types…

By Jenna N.

Published Sept. 29, 2023

I arrived in Seoul, South Korea on Aug. 17 at around 2:30 p.m. Thankfully, I had a friend who was able to pick me up from Incheon International Airport. She helped me get to the hotel I would be staying at for two days before moving into my dormitory. Thanks to her, my transition period…

By Grace B.

Published Aug. 30, 2023

Hello! I have had a great time at SNU in Seoul so far. Starting in late June, I was able to go to a Suga concert! I enjoyed that very much. Classes started soon after and so did field trips! My field trips included the main palace in Seoul, the Blue House, the National Assembly,…

By Brady C.

Published Jan. 10, 2023

My last month in South Korea was filled with so many memories. I cannot believe I was there for four months and the thought of having to leave was bittersweet. Although it was a short-term stay, Seoul began to feel like a second home to me. Before finals, I had the chance to meet Mizzou…

By Brady C.

Published Oct. 31, 2022

I have officially been in Korea for a little over two months and have been loving my time here even more! The organization that helps exchange students planned a day for us to go to the popular amusement park, Lotte World! A unique part of the Lotte World experience is that many people wear high…

By Kevin F.

Published Sept. 29, 2022

On Aug. 19, 2022, I embarked on my journey to Seoul, South Korea, to begin my study abroad year. I had been waiting the entire summer for the trip to start and I couldn't believe that it was finally happening! After arriving in Korea, I did not eat anything for two days due to a…