THE KOREA SOCIETY

is a nonprofit, nonpartisan, 501(c)(3) organization with individual and corporate members that is dedicated solely to the promotion of greater awareness, understanding, and cooperation between the people of the United States and Korea. Learn more about us here.

Contemporary Korea

K-Beauty Guru: Charlotte Cho from SOKO GLAM

Thursday, November 17, 2016 | 6:00 PM
Dive deep into the K-Beauty world with Soko Glam co-founders Charlotte and Dave Cho. The evening will begin with a panel discussion led by Vogue editor Monica Kim about Chos’ journey with Soko Glam and The Klog, and how their company has become the destination for everything K-Beauty. The first thirty to register for the event will receive a goodie bag with Korean beauty products and a discount code to… Read More

Lessons Learned with Soo Kim

Thursday, October 20, 2016 | 6:30 PM
Soo Kim, founding partner, managing partner, and chief investment officer of Standard General, shares “lessons learned” from his extensive investment experience. Members and friends of The Korea Society and the Korea Finance Society are invited to the discussion, moderated by Korea Finance Society Co-President Sandor Hau. Lessons Learned with Soo KimFounding Partner of Standard General Thursday, October 20, 2016 | 6:30 PM Free with RSVP If you have any questions,… Read More

SYMPOSIUM FOR KOREAN ART CURATORS

Friday, September 30, 2016 | 9:00 AM
  The Korea Society and the Korea Foundation organized the Symposium for Korean Art Curators from Friday, September 30, to Saturday, October 1, on the theme of “Challenges in Presenting Korean Arts and Culture at Museums in the United States.” The event consisted of a one-day conference and a one-day field trip to Korean arts and culture events around the New York City area.This symposium examined ongoing challenges and rewards in presenting… Read More
Dr. Minjung Lee, visiting scholar at University of California Davis, outlines the evolution of traditional attire throughout Korean history, reveals her research methods, and shares tales about her career as a costume designer for KBS television dramas. Royal Threads: Historical Representations in Costume Design with Dr. Minjung Lee visiting scholar in the department of Textiles and Clothing at the University of California 6:00 PM | Registration 6:30 PM | Reception… Read More

Young Professionals' Summer Social Night

Friday, June 17, 2016 | 6:00 PM
The Korea Society’s YPN Steering Committee is pleased to invite you to a night of networking, live DJ music, and drinks at the Rubin Museum: K2 Lounge! From 6-7 PM, Rubin's Cafe Serai will offer a 2-for-1 special on all beer, wine, and well drinks. Young Professionals' Night @ the Rubin Museum 150 W 17th St New York, NY 10011 Friday, June 17, 2016 | 6-8 PM 2-for-1 drink happy… Read More

Remapping Identity Politics in K-Pop

Tuesday, May 31, 2016 | 6:30 PM
The creators behind EXP (Bora Kim, Karin Kuroda, and Samantha Y. Shao), the first non-Korean K-pop boy band, discuss the themes of cultural authorship and originality, posing the question, what is lost in translation with regard to identity within the Korean wave with Maud Lavin--Professor, Visual Studies and Art History, School of the Art Institute of Chicago. Remapping Identity Politics in K-Pop Tuesday, May 31, 2016 | 6:30 PM 6:30… Read More
Join Us For a Networking and Mentoring Event for Students and Young ProfessionalsA panel discussion and speed networking with Korean American leaders College students and young professionals in New York City are cordially invited to join The Korea Society, Council of Korean Americans (CKA) and Korean American League for Civic Action (KALCA) for an evening of training and networking. Panelists will share their perspectives on developing vital “soft skills” in… Read More

Young Professionals' Night at the Rubin Museum

Friday, April 8, 2016 | 6:00 PM
Join The Korea Society for a night of networking, live music, and drinks at the Rubin Museum! From 6-7 PM, Rubin's Cafe Serai will offer a 2-for-1 special on all beer, wine, and well drinks, while we will provide delicious hors d'oeuvres throughout the night. Young Professionals' Night @ the Rubin Museum 150 W 17th St New York, NY 10011 Friday, April 8, 2016 | 6-8 PM 2-for-1 drink happy… Read More

K-Beauty Show

Wednesday, March 9, 2016 | 5:30 PM
 Experience the K-Beauty regimen firsthand at The Korea Society's first ever K-Beauty Show! Learn about K-Beauty trends, the emergence of K-Culture, and meet beauty experts including Alicia Yoon of Peach & Lily, makeup artist Seong Hee Park, Cosmopolitan's Deputy Beauty Editor Jessica Matlin, and fashion & lifestyle blogger Patricia Chang. The K-Beauty Show will include a panel discussion, as well as giveaways and 1-on-1 beauty consulting. K-Beauty Show Wednesday, March… Read More

YPN: Lessons Learned

Tuesday, December 15, 2015 | 6:30 PM
The Korea Society and Korea Finance Society are proud to welcome Joseph Bae from KKR Asia as the inaugural speaker in a new Lessons Learned series. In this series, senior-level professionals in finance will share intimate knowledge and advice from their extensive industry experiences. The Korea Society President Thomas Byrne will make welcoming remarks, and the discussion and Q&A will be moderated by Korea Finance Society Co-President Sandor Hau. Young… Read More
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