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Korea and the Silk Road

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July 25-29, 2005

This course was a new offering in the Summer Institute series. It met daily from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. A total of 28 teachers were enrolled, including nine from outside the tri-state area who were able to participate due to scholarships provided from re-programmed Freeman Foundation funding.

The course explored Korea’s place in the long and complex history of cultural exchanges and trading relations with neighboring countries through the nexus of the Silk Road through presentations focused on art, history, archeology, linguistics and religion. The lecture topics and presenters were as follows: “Korea and the Silk Road” by Jonathan Best, professor of art history, Wesleyan University; “Origins of Koreans and Their Culture” and “History of the Three Kingdoms” by Mark Byington, post-doctoral fellow, Korea Institute, Harvard University; “Silk Road Treasures from Ancient Korea-Glass and Gold” by Insook Lee, director, Pusan City Museum, Pusan, Korea; “Origin of the Korean Language” by Gari Ledyard, King Sejong Professor Emeritus of Korean Studies, Columbia University; “Globally-oriented Sillans in the Silk Road World” by Richard McBride, Visiting East Asian Professionals Program, Washington University; “Korea’s Role in the Emergence of Agriculture and State Formation in Ancient Japan” by Song Nai Rhee, research associate, Museum of Cultural and Natural History, University of Oregon; “Art in Korea and Japan” by So Young Lee, curator, Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York; “The Diffusion of Cultural Ideas in East Asia” by John Goulde, associate professor of religion and director of Asian studies, Sweet Briar College; and “Hands-on Workshop: Introduction of Curriculum Materials” by Marjorie Bingham, consultant and textbook author.

This course was designed to be very intensive and most of the participants appreciated the unique learning opportunity it afforded.

Course Material:

Richard McBride – Globally Oriented Sillans

2005 Spring Fellowship in Korean Studies

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Due to budgetary constraints at the Academy of Korean Studies, our partner institution in Korea for this program, we were unable to implement this program. With the authorization of the Freeman Foundation, we re-programmed the allocated funding to provide scholarships for our summer institute entitled “Korea and the Silk Road” to ten American educators residing outside of the greater New York area. The benefits of the scholarship included a tuition waiver, per diem expenses for five days (hotel room/single occupancy plus a $100/day allowance for meals, local transportation and incidentals), and reimbursement for actual travel costs up to a maximum of $300.

Scholarship Recipients:

Steve Barber
Desert Mountain HS
Scottsdale, AZ

Earnia J. Crocheron
Overland HS
Bailey, CO

Connie Hudgeons
Albuquerque HS
Albuquerque, NM

Susan Lessenhop
Farragut Carier Academy HS
Chicago, IL

Robert Rodey
Marian Catholic HS
Flossmoor, IL

Ron Sivillo
Upper St. Clair HS
Pittsburgh, PA

Jessica Strike
Elmwood Park HS
Chicago, IL

Rick Thorne
Sky View HS
Logan, UT

Bernadette Ward
Clinton MS
Tulsa, OK

2023-2024 NYC PROJECT BRIDGE YOUTH AMBASSADORS

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2023-2024 NYC PROJECT BRIDGE YOUTH AMBASSADORS

Ayomide Adamu

  
Brooklyn Ascend High School
   I was born and raised in Brooklyn to Nigerian parents who are from very different tribes which has broadened my horizons concerning cultural differences and traditions. I was attracted to this program to explore more countries and cultures aside from my own. My aspiration is to become an international lawyer and work my way through other countries’ healthcare systems and laws to apply them in less privileged countries. Currently I am a senior at Brooklyn Ascend High School where I am the Anime & Manga Club president and co-captain of the Track & Field team. I am also vice president of the Family Association Council and an honoree of the National Council of Negro Women. I’ve been a ballet dancer for almost a decade.

Zoe Browner

  
Columbia Secondary School for Math Science and Engineering
 

Born and raised in Harlem, I witnessed lots of misconceptions about my community. Through Girl Scouts, to which I have belonged for 10 years, I was able to recently create a Harlem online tour that promotes more cross-cultural understanding. I also often volunteer at Convent Avenue Baptist Church and at scouting events and am also a Sea Scouts member. A love of culture, foreign interactions, and learning led me to co-create the Cultural Immersion Club at Columbia Secondary School where I am a Junior. I led a unit on South Korea and fell in love with the culture. I hope to continue my 6 years of language learning and pursue a career in foreign affairs.

Jade Capellan

 
The Young Women’s Leadership School of The Bronx
   I am a senior at The Young Women’s Leadership School of The Bronx. I have many passions, but being civically engaged—with a particular interest in voting access and voter turnout that continues to remain stubbornly low in The Bronx—is one I prioritize. As a Youth Ambassador for NYC Votes I have worked to change this pattern for the next generation by hosting voter registration drives and presenting on the importance of voting at various schools and community centers. Also, as a former Student Body president I have learned first-hand the power of networking and social interactions. Living in New York City I meet people from many cultures and learn about differences and similarities. Through this program I want to gain insight on what it means to be Korean.

Elycarlos De los Santos

  
Flushing International High School
 

I am from a small town called Rio San Juan, Dominican Republic. I now live in Queens and, as a senior at Flushing International High School, my American dream is coming true. I have led my school’s chess club for two years and also interned as a teaching assistant. I plan on majoring in political science because I am interested in how government works. My parents created this opportunity for me and my sibling to find a future in New York City, a city filled with utopic dreams, where dreams are everywhere. But, because we might not see them we shouldn’t rest in our search for them. That is how I found out about this amazing opportunity. I love to learn about people and their culture and look forward to learning about Korea.

Carina Fu

  
Susan E Wagner High School
 

I was born and raised in Staten Island, New York, and I am a senior in the Scholars Academy at Susan E. Wagner High School. In school, I am secretary of National Honor Society, coordinator of my school’s student teaching program, and section leader of the wind ensemble. Outside of school, I have worked in various levels of government and currently work at a non-profit. In my free time, I love practicing flute, making Spotify playlists, and hanging out with my friends. I have always been passionate about education and how it can empower others, and I hope through the experiences and connections I make as a Project Bridge Youth Ambassador, I can strengthen this passion.

Edith Garcia

  
City College Academy of the Arts
   Born in Manhattan, I am currently a junior at City College Academy of the Arts. Raised by two Mexican parents who did not speak English, my life has had ups and downs, both socially and academically. Despite these challenges, I can confidently say that they have had a positive impact on my personal growth. Ever since I can remember, I have maintained a deep connection with my culture. Through Project Bridge my goal is to gain insight into how Korean people are connected to their culture. Also, I hope to meet individuals with similar interests and, together, develop leadership skills that can benefit our community. I am particularly excited about participating because this is my first extracurricular activity. Even now, I wonder how I managed to convince my strict parents to let me be part of this program.

Alexander Langman

 
CSI High School for International Studies
  

Born in Brooklyn, but raised in Staten Island, I am a senior at the College of Staten Island High School For International Studies. I am a part of my school’s tennis team and the Staten Island Shockwaves Wagner College’s swim team. I love to learn about space and astronomy and constantly participate in student-led competitions hosted by NASA. I come from a family of immigrants; my dad is from Ukraine and my mom is from Russia. Growing up, I have always maintained a strong connection to both of these cultures and understand the differences between their traditions, customs, and practices. I am passionate to learn more about other countries’ cultures and traditions and am very excited to learn more about Korean culture.

Lizbeth Ramirez

  
Manhattan Center for Science and Mathematics
  

Born and raised in the Bronx, I am a senior at Manhattan Center for Science and Mathematics and am on the varsity bowling and table tennis teams. As the president of the crochet club, I fuse artistry and compassion to bring comfort and joy to young cancer patients by donating cancer caps to Crochet for Cancer. A new passion is exploring graffiti, reshaping it as an advocacy art form focused on combating gun violence and encouraging community engagement and social awareness. I have learned the importance of building connections and using my voice to enact change. As a Mexican-American, I take pride in my heritage and seek to help my community grow empathetic towards other cultures. As a Youth Ambassador, I want to learn about the beauty of Korean culture as well as the varied cultures of my peers.