Korean Culture Day
Hosted By: Korean Language Flagship Center, Korean Department, and EALL
What We Offer:
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Students in all proficiency levels of Korean are welcome
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Aiming towards professional-level Korean proficiency in chosen academic and professional fields
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(Optional) Dual Majoring with flexible scheduling
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Customized language training, faculty support, and special care
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Small class sizes with individualized attention and close interaction with dedicated faculty
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Merit-based Flagship financial aid is available for overseas programs and partial tuition support.
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While enrolled in the Flagship program, students have opportunities to be actively involved in exclusive Korea-related events
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The tutoring program provides additional help outside of class for all Flagship students.
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Option to pursue a master’s degree for a future professional career or to serve in both the public and private sectors where they can fully utilize their abilities as Korean specialists.
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The one-year overseas component (at the prestigious Korea University) provides intensive language training, domain study and a professional internship in an immersion environment.
Job Opportunities
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80+ federal agencies rely on professionals with high-level competence in foreign languages.
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Many businesses need employees who can speak foreign languages and understand other cultures.
Example careers:
- Government: Civil Service, Foreign Service, Intelligence Agencies, or Military
- Business, Industry, and Commerce: Advertising, Banking, Finance, Engineering, Accounting, Development or Manufacturing
- International Development: Environmental, Health, Education
- Law: Immigration Law, International Trade Law, or Corporate Law
- Media: Public Relations, Social Media, Television, Film, or Publishing
- Services: Health Professions, Social Work, Law Enforcement, Volunteer Agencies, or International Development
- Teaching: Elementary and Secondary Schools, Colleges and Universities, or Overseas Dependents’ Schools
- Travel and Tourism: Hospitality, Transportation, Hotels, Luxury Brands or restaurants
Events
We host a diverse array of events throughout the year to enhance language learning and cultural engagement. These gatherings foster community among students and faculty, ranging from traditional celebrations like Seollal (Korean New Year) or Chuseok (Korean Thanksgiving) to educational experiences such as film screenings and cooking classes. Our events deepen students’ understanding of Korean culture and provide opportunities for collaboration and academic development.
