Contemporary Korea

  • Royal Threads: Historical Representations in Costume Design

    Thursday, September 29, 2016 | 6:00 PM
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    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 & Talk... 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 hour from 6-7 PM    If you have any questions, please contact Kloe Byun or (212) 759-7525, ext.... Read More

  • Remapping Identity Politics in K-Pop

    Tuesday, May 31, 2016 | 6:30 PM
    • Podcast MP3: http://traffic.libsyn.com/koreasociety/2016-05-31_RemappingIdentityPoliticsInK-Pop.mp3
    • Podcast URL: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/remapping-identity-politics-in-k-pop/id210903888?i=1000369914347&mt=2
    • Youtube Video:
     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 PM | Reception7:00 PM | Discussion and Q&A   FREE for... Read More

  • Networking and Mentoring Event for Students and Young Professionals

    Thursday, April 28, 2016 | 5:00 PM
      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 the workplace, such as communication, networking,... 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 hour from 6-7 PM  If you have any questions, please contact Jamie Tyberg or (212) 759-7525, ext.... Read More
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    K-Beauty Show

    Wednesday, March 9, 2016 | 5:30 PM
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    • Event Name: Members $10 | Non-Members $20 | FREE for Explorers & Above with RSVP
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     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 9, 2016 |... Read More

  • YPN: Lessons Learned

    Tuesday, December 15, 2015 | 6:30 PM
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     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 Professionals' Night: Lessons Learned... Read More

  • A Young Professionals’ Holiday Night

    Thursday, December 3, 2015 | 7:00 PM
     You are invited to The Korea Society’s pre-holiday gathering at the new Samsung Galaxy Studio in SoHo! Come network and socialize with your fellow Young Professionals’ Network members as well as guests and friends of The Korea Society over delicious hors d'oeuvres and open bar!  The studio will also feature Samsung’s latest technology including Gear VR, a design station using the Note5, a snowglobe vidstitch, a DJ station, and more!   Young Professionals' Holiday Night @ Samsung Galaxy Studio SoHo... Read More

  • Dessert and a Movie

    Wednesday, August 12, 2015 | 6:00 PM
       Watch Antique Bakery, a lighthearted buddy comedy with a dark mystery, and enjoy delicious Korean pastries and patbingsu (shaved ice with sweet beans and other toppings)!   The Dessert Every Korean neighborhood now has a Western bakery, but each has added a distinctly Korean twist with Korean flavors and sweetness to the pastries! We’ll sample several tasty Korean pastries and make patbingsu, Korea’s most popular summer dessert.   The Movie Based on the popular Japanese manga series Antique Bakery, the... Read More

  • Summer Rooftop Happy Hour

    Thursday, July 30, 2015 | 6:00 PM
        The Korea Society and Young Professionals in Foreign Policy are hosting a Happy Hour at The Attic for our members to enjoy a summer evening at one of Midtown’s newest rooftop venues! Enjoy complimentary Hors d’oeuvres and Happy Hour specials with traditional Korean finger foods like kimbap, kimchi pancakes, and dumplings!     Thursday, July 30, 2015 | 6-8 PM   The Attic 15th Floor Lounge251 West 48th Street  (corner of 8th Ave.)   Members: Free with Registration  Non-Members: $5     Young... Read More

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