July 01, 2020
“Reading” K-dramas
"Every cloud has a silver lining" is an adage that seems to be in many people's minds in recent days. With COVID-19 spread worldwide, we are searching for ways to spend days pleasantly despite the orders of physical distancing measures. Dalgona coffee, cooking recipes, TikTok videos, online courses, and webinars will remain in our memories as "activities to kill lockdown letdown" for a lifetime. Although endless scrolling of ...
May 30, 2020
My Travel Experience in Seoul Amid COVID-19
At the end of 2019, I got a return ticket to Korea from Indonesia. After checking my calendar and tasks at work, I decided to clear up my schedule in early February 2020. Long story short, 2020 was not as beautiful as I imagined. COVID-19 happens, and suddenly people have to adapt to new ways of doing things, which some call "the new normal." South Korea is no exception. I have been traveling to Korea several times; I have ...
In my college years, I determined to train my Korean writing skill. I wrote speeches and essays then asked for feedback. My professor recommended books and shows to improve my writings. He also told me to read a couple of writer's works and grasp their style to elevate mine. One of the writers he wanted me to look up is Kang Won-guk. ...
March 30, 2020
Writing Advice From South Korea’s Presidential Speechwriter
With the rise of the “Korean wave” worldwide, more and more people are exposed to the Korean language. Many of them even tried to learn the language to enjoy Hallyu fully. While most learning apps and courses often focus on improving learners’ speaking skills, not many learning institutes target learners’ writing skills. There are a few courses and books you can use for references. One is a course by Kang Won-guk, ...
March 29, 2020
My Experience On Preparing For TOPIK Exam
For many Korean-speaking foreigners, the TOPIK exam is not only a test to measure language proficiency but often a mandatory requirement for applying for a job or scholarship. As Benjamin Franklin said in a quote, “By failing to prepare, you are preparing to fail.” I try to come with ways to prepare for the test better. Here is my attempt that awarded me with TOPIK level 6. ...
