3rd Korea-America Student Conference
American Orientation July 12-14

Korean Orientation July 11-14

Program: July 15- August 12, 2010

Host Universities:
American University, Washington, DC
University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA
University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI
Stanford University, Stanford, CA

Theme: Past, Present, Future of U.S.-Korea Relations: Learning from the past, while working in the present toward the future of U.S.-Korea relations

ISC Announces the selection of the 3rd KASC Delegation !

BROCHURE:

English

3rd KASC Roundtables:

The ABC's of Education: Exploration of Education

Due to culture and history, Korean and American education systems have developed differently. The ABC's of Education roundtable will focus on the building blocks of education systems in the U.S. and South Korea. How have history and culture influenced each education system? This roundtable will compare and contrast the role and emphasis of education in the two societies. How do college entrance exams, the use of instructional technology, and emphasis on foreign language differ? We will also examine present challenges in education and discuss how international education programs further U.S.-Korea relations.
 
War and Peace: An Analysis of Differing Perceptions

Although the U.S. and South Korea share a strong military defense alliance, the two nations, their governments, politicians, military, and the people have not always shared the same view on the use of force and diplomacy. This roundtable will focus on the differing perceptions held on the issues of war and peace, and how relevant actors exert their influences in both the U.S. and South Korea. Through analyzing past events and present circumstances, we hope to better understand the U.S.-Korea alliance and how it will evolve in the future.

The Green Life Movement: Social Movement of Going Green

Historically humankind has not consumed our earth's resources conservatively, and it has been proven by number of studies. Policy makers of both the South Korean and U.S. government have been passing laws to regulate pollution and use of non-renewable resources. In the midst of rising awareness of sustainable consumption, what are the roles of general public? In this roundtable, we will discuss trends of recycling, environmental responsibility, organic food markets, the well-being boom and many others. Through examining the similarities and differences in cultural approach to the ‘Green Movement' in South Korea and U.S., we hope to expand the area of alliance between the two countries.

U.S. and Korea in the News: Media for Cultural Understanding

Media has the power to move society's thoughts and behaviors. It can make people believe in stereotypes and live with misunderstandings of another culture. At the same time, it can help create fruitful relations between different groups of people. In this roundtable, we will analyze the effect of media on U.S.-Korea relations in the past and present through a number of media ranging from newspapers to social media. Based on our collective learning and discussions, we will propose ways in which media can be a medium fostering a better U.S.-Korea relations.

Korea in 50 States: The Evolution of National Identity

A few facts tell us a lot about the very interesting relationship between the citizens of the U.S. and Korea: the largest Korean international student body in U.S.; Established Korea Towns in major U.S. cities; Teaching English in Korea as an emerging entry level job among recent U.S. college graduates. In this roundtable, we will discuss the sensitive yet interesting subject of citizens' national identity in both countries with the exceptional volume of exchange in culture, education and lifestyle of U.S. and Korea. We will learn the past and the present of U.S.-Korea relationship based on national identities of citizens and present the future for building a stronger one.