The College of Continuing Education and Community Service at the University of Hawaii at Hilo is offering a pair of courses about Korean culture. ADVERTISING The College of Continuing Education and Community Service at the University of Hawaii at Hilo
The College of Continuing Education and Community Service at the University of Hawaii at Hilo is offering a pair of courses about Korean culture.
All sessions will take place in UH-Hilo’s Science and Technology Building, Room 226. Tuition is $50 for each class or $80 for both. Instructor Aaron Martinson lived and taught in South Korea for eight years. He has a master’s degree in education from Capella University, and an undergraduate degree in film production from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee.
• Exploring Korean Culture: Cultural History will focus on the three kingdoms — Gogoreyo, Joseon and modern history. Participants will learn about important historical events that provide a window into the culture of the “Land of the Morning Calm.”
Sessions are 4:30-6:30 p.m. Mondays, Oct. 10-24.
• Exploring Korean Culture: Arts, Food and More will guide participants through the basics of Korean culture, with a focus on the music, food, art and social norms, along with recommendations on places to visit for new and repeat travelers to South Korea.
Classes will meet from 4:30-6:30 p.m. Mondays, Nov. 7-21. For more information and to register, contact CCECS at 932-7830 or visit hilo.hawaii.edu/ccecs.
