“GIC Kindergarten” for kids
The Gwangju International Center offers Korean classes for international residents in Gwangju and Jeollanam-do to let them know about not only Korean language but also Korean culture. As the...
View ArticleA whole lot of volunteering opportunities!
There are at least nine children’s homes in Gwangju. They are all over Gwangju and specialize in various ways. For example, there is an all girls home, an all boys home and a home for children under...
View ArticleEssential Kpop with JD # 68 **DOE A DEAR, THE CUTEST DEARS**
Fancy a break from Kpop and want to immerse yourself in some culture while singing along to some great tunes from your childhood for free? The GFN Boys and Girl Choir will be staging an ALL ENGLISH...
View ArticleGwangju Geeks Fund Raising through Auctions
As some of you may be aware, since late last year, The Gwangju MacPC Guys have been taking donations in the form of hardware that they have then put their own time into cleaning, refurbishing and...
View ArticleOur Gwangju Geeks have gone national
Two local boys have had their crusade for better technology brought to the attention of the rest of Korea. Great Job to Steven and Heino! http://nwww.koreaherald.com/view.php?ud=20130129000641 Here is...
View ArticleGwangju-Jeonnam KOTESOL February Chapter Meeting
February 16, 2013 – 1:30pm to 5:00pm Location: Chosun University 309 Pilmun-daero, Dong-gu, Main Bldg. 5F, North Wing, Room 5210 Gwangju Metropolitan City 501-759 South Korea About this Event:...
View ArticleUpcoming GIC Korean Classes
Have you been here for a few months and are tired of being unable to effectively communicate? Well, our good friends at the Gwangju International Center are here to help. 2013′s second session of...
View ArticleVolunteers needed for English classes
Looking for volunteers for Saturday volunteering at a local home for girls, Sungbin. We are low on volunteers at the momemnt, though still have some kids that really appreciate an hour of fun...
View ArticleMake your life better – Study Korean at the GIC
Feel like a raving moron when you go to the shops or try to take a cab? Do the smart thing and learn some Korean language basics. Instantly become the life of the party, at home or abroad, with...
View ArticleCall for EPIC forum attendees
This is your chance to join the upcoming EPIC forum. The United Nations Office on Sport for Development and Peace (UNOSDP) and The Gwangju Universiade have prepared a special day for our forum...
View ArticleEssentials with JD # 109 ** AirBnB**
With one of the nations biggest holidays approaching if you haven’t already made your plans by now it might be too late. But there is still hope, if you act quick chances are that you can still throw...
View ArticleEssentials with JD # 114** BUTTER (HOMEWARE)**
Strolling around my favorite new indoor mall in Gwangju, NC wave I wandered up to the 8th floor and had a little look around and found a little gem of a place that is all about home furnishings. For...
View ArticleOne last call for vocal volunteers
Here at the Gwangju Blog, it’s not uncommon for us to reach out to the community for numerous tasks, from asking for volunteers at local children’s homes to donating time and money to people in need....
View ArticleEssentials with JD # 117**HUMIDIFY ME**
During summer, did you notice how nice and firm your skin was? Full of bounce and it felt more healthy? Reason – the high humidity outside. Alas temperatures have steeply dropped in the past week and...
View Article
