Korean culture and language are wonderfully rich and diverse. From K-pop and K-drama to kimchi an bibimbap to Hanji (traditional mulberry paper), calligraphy, and folk dance, there's something for everyone to enjoy!

Our program works to introduce students to the Korean language and the culture that is so closely connected to it. Through our language and advanced culture courses, students gain exposure to various aspects of everyday Korean life.

We also collaborate with organizations on and off campus to bring Korean and Korean-American cultural events to the UIC community.

  1. Students in Chinese, Korean and Japanese Programs Presenting Research and Participating in International Poetry Reading at 2026 In/Between Conference.
    Students in Chinese, Korean and Japanese Programs Presenting Research and Participating in International Poetry Reading at 2026 In/Between Conference.
  2. pictures of Korean Program faculty and students celebrating Seollal (South Korea’s Lunar New Year)
    Korean Program faculty and students celebrating Seollal (South Korea’s Lunar New Year)
  3. calligraphy workshop pictures
    Faculty in Chinese, Korean and Japanese programs ed a joint calligraphy Workshop as part of the Fall 2025 UIC International Education Week
  4. Dr. Hanae Kim gave a talk on learning through K-pop
    Dr. Hanae Kim gave a talk on learning through K-pop
  5. Korean Thanksgiving Workshop
    Fall 2024 Korean Thanksgiving Celebration
  6. Korean History and Culture Seminar for Educators-Speaker Dr. Lucy Park
  7. Korean History and Culture Seminar for Educators-Speaker Dr. Jin
  8. Korean History and Culture Seminar for Educators-Percussion Workshop

Fall 2026 Korean Courses