Student Club Experience in Korea as an International Student

I came to Korea full of excitement to study and immerse myself in the culture as an international student, focusing on G.B.A. However, adjusting to university life turned out to be tougher than I anticipated. Despite wanting to make friends with Korean students, my first semester passed without forming any close connections.

I tried talking to people during class and casually bumping into them around campus, but they seemed more reserved than I expected. Still, I didn’t give up. I kept pushing myself, searching for ways to bridge our cultural differences. Eventually, things started to change.

I decided to give LinkedIn a try and found a great Korean friend there. Together, we brainstormed ideas, and that’s when I decided to start a student club where we could meet, chat, and learn together. We posted about it and attracted a lot of interest, especially from students in my major. That’s when I really felt like I was connecting with my fellow students. You could see their enthusiasm in improving their English skills and sharing knowledge.

Since we all study business, we thought we’d have common ground. We began reading and discussing an article from Harvard Business Review (HBR) each week. This has been an eye-opening experience, allowing us to learn more about business while sharing our thoughts.

Over the years, we were honored to host a major event featuring Dr. Sujin Lee, one of the co-authors of “Trend Korea 2022.” Dr. Lee delivered a thought-provoking lecture, exploring the latest trends shaping Korea. It was an unforgettable experience.

Meanwhile, here are some of the best articles that really changed how I see both my professional and personal life:

In the Digital Economy, Your Software Is Your Competitive Advantage

To Seem More Competent, Be More Confident

The Next Great Digital Advantage

Critical Thinking Is About Asking Better Questions