Registration is now open to New York-area K-12 educators for Honor Thy Parents: Filial Piety in Chosǒn Literature and Paintings. Join Dr. Mark Peterson, Professor of Korean Studies at Brigham Young University, as he speaks about the representation of filial piety in the literature of the Chosǒn Dynasty. Dr. Kumja… MORE

Bhikkuni Seon Joon Yale graduate and American Jogye Order Buddhist nun, discusses the essential elements of Korean Buddhism and the daily life of women training to become monastics in modern Korea through her personal experience and photos. Wednesday, June 6, 2012 6:30 PM   MORE

Dr. Michael Pettid offers new perspectives on the women of the Chosǒn Dynasty (1392-1910) and their roles in Confucian society. Known as a traditionally male-dominated culture, the Chosǒn Kingdom limited the roles of women in politics, education, and leadership. Using several ancient texts, Dr. Pettid will provide insights into the… MORE

  Yongja Kim, gastronomy journalist, author, and cooking instructor visits the East-West School of International Studies in Flushing, New York, for a presentation and cooking demonstration.   (This program is open to students and faculty of the East-West School.)   Friday, April 27 @ 2:30 PM Flavors of Korean Food at… MORE

Embark on an exciting journey through Korean history as we begin our second year of the Korea In-Depth lecture series. This season, four well-known academics will discuss the role of Confucianism in Asia and provide insights on the establishment of the Chosǒn Dynasty. Join us as we discuss the Neo-Confucian… MORE

Though Koreans have largely abandoned traditional housing, important elements of the Korean hanok house persist in the modern apartments favored by an increasingly urban population, according to Bong Hee Jeon, professor of architecture at Seoul National University. According to Professor Jeon, three of these elements—underfloor heating (ondol), raised wooden floors… MORE