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ABOUT BLOG:
Created back in 2014 to share my NSLI-Y experience with friends, family, and future NSLI-Y applicants, I never expected so many would people to read this blog. With now 88,000+ views from readers in multiple countries, I have tried to make this blog useful for anyone interested in NSLI-Y or just traveling to Korea on their own! This blog covers all sorts of Korea-related topics such as travel tips, restaurant recommendations, personal experiences, and NSLI-Y information.
Starting in 2018, the content of this blog will encompass more aspects of my life. While I will continue to post about Korea and NSLI-Y, my experience was over 10 years ago now... meaning a lot has changed. A lot has changed with the NSLI-Y program, and a lot has changed in terms of my interests and experiences. As life takes me different places, I want to share that with you all and show you how NSLI-Y has influenced my life academically, socially, and professionally. There will be content about not only Korea but also other places I have lived and traveled.
If there is a topic you would like me to write about, leave a comment on any post or send me a message using the feature on the sidebar.
ABOUT LYDIA:
Many people have asked how I got interested in South Korea and the Korean language. My interest in South Korea started in the early years of elementary school thanks to the Korean exchange students at my school. The exchange students at my school exposed me to their language and culture, and ever since then I have been motivated to learn Korean with the eventual hope of traveling to Korea.
Prior to going to South Korea, I had only learned the Korean language casually from friends, TV, and music. Even though I have been "studying" Korean since the 6th grade, Korea class at Sogang University was my first exposure to the Korean language in a formal setting. In the short span of 6 weeks, my Korean improved to high intermediate/low advanced.
I feel so blessed to have received the NSLI-Y scholarship and spend my summer studying in South Korea back in 2014. The people I met, the places I went, and the lessons I learned are forever ingrained in my heart. I credit my NSLI-Y experience for a lot of what I am doing today, even if it's not directly related to Korea or Korean language.
I kept up with my Korean studies after NSLI-Y by minoring in Korean. I have also been able to stay involved with NSLI-Y as an alumni orientation leader, application reviewer/interviewer, and official AND unofficial mentor.
Since doing NSLI-Y, something I've become very involved in is the fitness space. I am a certified USAG coach, as well as trained to teach pilates and yoga (200 hr YTT). This blog will also include fitness/wellness, especially as I am over a decade removed from NSLI-Y. I want to continue to use and expand this platform I have built to reflect my current interests.
Created back in 2014 to share my NSLI-Y experience with friends, family, and future NSLI-Y applicants, I never expected so many would people to read this blog. With now 88,000+ views from readers in multiple countries, I have tried to make this blog useful for anyone interested in NSLI-Y or just traveling to Korea on their own! This blog covers all sorts of Korea-related topics such as travel tips, restaurant recommendations, personal experiences, and NSLI-Y information.Starting in 2018, the content of this blog will encompass more aspects of my life. While I will continue to post about Korea and NSLI-Y, my experience was over 10 years ago now... meaning a lot has changed. A lot has changed with the NSLI-Y program, and a lot has changed in terms of my interests and experiences. As life takes me different places, I want to share that with you all and show you how NSLI-Y has influenced my life academically, socially, and professionally. There will be content about not only Korea but also other places I have lived and traveled.
If there is a topic you would like me to write about, leave a comment on any post or send me a message using the feature on the sidebar.
ABOUT LYDIA:Many people have asked how I got interested in South Korea and the Korean language. My interest in South Korea started in the early years of elementary school thanks to the Korean exchange students at my school. The exchange students at my school exposed me to their language and culture, and ever since then I have been motivated to learn Korean with the eventual hope of traveling to Korea.
Prior to going to South Korea, I had only learned the Korean language casually from friends, TV, and music. Even though I have been "studying" Korean since the 6th grade, Korea class at Sogang University was my first exposure to the Korean language in a formal setting. In the short span of 6 weeks, my Korean improved to high intermediate/low advanced.
I feel so blessed to have received the NSLI-Y scholarship and spend my summer studying in South Korea back in 2014. The people I met, the places I went, and the lessons I learned are forever ingrained in my heart. I credit my NSLI-Y experience for a lot of what I am doing today, even if it's not directly related to Korea or Korean language.
I kept up with my Korean studies after NSLI-Y by minoring in Korean. I have also been able to stay involved with NSLI-Y as an alumni orientation leader, application reviewer/interviewer, and official AND unofficial mentor.
Since doing NSLI-Y, something I've become very involved in is the fitness space. I am a certified USAG coach, as well as trained to teach pilates and yoga (200 hr YTT). This blog will also include fitness/wellness, especially as I am over a decade removed from NSLI-Y. I want to continue to use and expand this platform I have built to reflect my current interests.
I hope this has helped you get to know me more. I love talking about NSLI-Y and Korea, so feel free to leave a comment or send me a message. If you are interested in online or local yoga sessions with me, please reach out using the sidebar!
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