S2 Podcast: Korean Culture through Student Voices

SDSU Center for Asian and Pacific Studies

Welcome to S2 Podcast: Korean Culture through Student Voices! Tune in as students from San Diego State University (SDSU) and Sejong University in Seoul, South Korea share unique perspectives on Korean culture and contemporary life. Produced by the Charles Wei-hsun Fu Center for Asian and Pacific Studies (CAPS) at SDSU, this series is a feature of the CAPS Digital Humanities Summer Program, showcasing a collaborative exchange that brings together students from both universities through digital media.

Episodes

  1. Sep 28

    The Power of Sticky Notes

    In this episode, Carissa Clarke discusses a 2016 murder of a young woman, the public’s reaction, and the state of misogyny and antifeminism in South Korea. For more in-depth information regarding the triggers in this episode open this link: For all sources used in the making of this episode open this link.

    The Power of Sticky Notes

  2. Sep 3

    Yeon’s Convention Talk

    Welcome to Yeon’s Convention Talk! Hosted by Do Yeon Kang, a Sejong University student, this podcast episode explores what really attracts world-class leaders to specific cities and venues, drawn directly from firsthand experience in both Seoul and San Diego. By comparing Seoul’s high-tech efficiency and vibrant K-culture with San Diego’s waterfront "bleisure" and passionate fan culture, we break down how physical hardware and cultural software combine to create the ultimate global stage for speakers.

    Yeon’s Convention Talk

  3. Sep 3

    Korean Drinking Culture

    Woojin introduces the traditions and social aspects of drinking in Korean universities, including ‘soju’, drinking etiquette, popular games, and the changing attitudes toward alcohol among college students.

    Korean Drinking Culture

  4. Sep 3

    Freshman Culture

    Woojin explores how Korean universities welcome new students through Freshman Orientation (OT) and Membership Training (MT), highlighting campus tours, group activities, team building, and the friendships that help freshmen adjust to university life.

    Freshman Culture

  5. Sep 3

    Korean University Cafeteria

    Woojin Han, a student from Sejong University, introduces ‘Hak-sik’, the affordable and diverse cafeteria meals that are an essential part of daily campus life. It explores the cafeterias at Sejong University, popular Korean and international menu options, and why many students choose to eat on campus every day.

    Korean University Cafeteria
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Welcome to S2 Podcast: Korean Culture through Student Voices! Tune in as students from San Diego State University (SDSU) and Sejong University in Seoul, South Korea share unique perspectives on Korean culture and contemporary life. Produced by the Charles Wei-hsun Fu Center for Asian and Pacific Studies (CAPS) at SDSU, this series is a feature of the CAPS Digital Humanities Summer Program, showcasing a collaborative exchange that brings together students from both universities through digital media.

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