Alumni Stories

Testmonial

In this inspirational series our alumni share, in their own words, stories of overcoming challenges, setting up pioneering projects, and bringing about positive change in the world.

K.G.

At first, I had no intention of joining Flagship, all I wanted to do was learn the language at my own pace and study in South Korea for at least a semester. However, after taking my first Korean course here at UHM, I was recommended by my KOR 202 teacher. After talking to Dr. Cheon, and talking about the benefits (scholarships, tutoring, financial aid, internship, etc.) that come with being a Flagship student I decided to join the program. My family always knew, how much learning languages are important to me, therefore, they were supportive of my decision of joining flagship. They agreed with me that being in this program will have a positive impact after I graduate from UHM. I can confidently say that being in flagship has greatly improved my Korean skills. With the extra help from tutors and doing the summer program, I can see how much my speaking skills have improved compared to when I first joined Flagship. I think, getting that extra help from my tutors has benefitted me a lot. They always point out the mistakes in my homework and speaking, which I continue to learn from and improve. My advice to future Flagship student is to be 100% committed to the program. Flagship is not easy; it is not a program on can take lightly. We take rigorous Korean courses to help us improve our Korean skills as best as can before we are sent off to do our Capstone course. However, if students are committed to the program, like me, their Korean skills will improve faster than they anticipated

L.Y.

My first couple semesters after joining the Korean Language Flagship, I felt very welcomed and felt a sense of community. I have made countless amazing memories with peers and teachers, and I look forward to new experiences at the Korean Language Flagship. Being in...

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J.B.

The process of creating, editing, and working on my presentations has been very detailed. From outlines to audio recordings of practicing my presentation, a lot of work and help has gone into it. Seeing a topic grow into a PPT, which is accompanied by audio recordings...

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H.S.

The presentations were a great learning experience that expanded my knowledge beyond just the language but also on social and economic issues in Korea present at hand. It provided a space for me to culminate my learning throughout the course into a presentation,...

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D.J.

I joined Korean Language Flagship to perfect my Korean skills. Being in Korean Flagship made me realize how beautiful Korean language is. There are numerous expressions and words to express or explain [something]. I believe through reading and vocabs, grammar can...

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C.M.

In 403 and 404 we were required to present a lesson in our textbook. We put in the content in the textbook but we also include some research contents. Since we have to read carefully and also research on our own, I think this helped us with preparing for bigger...

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