The College of Continuing Education and Community Service (CCECS) at the University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo offers two Korean culture classes beginning in March.
Exploring Korean Culture: Basics of Korean Language will teach students basic greetings, social courtesies, and simple conversation to encourage them to engage in fun, real-life conversations to increase their comfort with and enjoyment of Korean culture and language. Instructor Aaron Martinson holds a master’s degree in education from Capella University, and lived and taught in South Korea for eight years. Classes will be held in College Hall Room 6 on Mondays from 4:30-6:30 p.m., March 6-April 10, with no class on March 27. The cost is $60.
Exploring Korean Culture: K-dramas will explore the culture, language, and history of popular Korean television dramas through lecture, watching the programs, and discussion. Instructor Sohee Lee is a former South Korean national judo player and a longtime Korean drama enthusiast. Classes will be held in College Hall Room 6 on Wednesdays from 4:30-6:30 p.m., March 8 - April 19, with no class on March 29. The cost is $70.
Classes can be taken separately, or for a discount of $105 for both.
For more information and to register, contact CCECS at 932-7830 or visit
http://hilo.hawaii.edu/ccecs.