Scholar Stories

This summer at Seoul National University gave me an experience I will carry with me for a long time. I arrived excited to study at my grandfather’s alma mater and to spend time in a country that has always been an important part of my life. I left with a fuller appreciation for Korea: its history and traditions, its people …

The SNU International Summer Program was a unique and valuable experience this summer. It introduced me to many opportunities that I would not have otherwise experienced, including engaging classes and exciting field trips. Through this program, I made many friends and connected with professors, building meaningful relationships with my peers. I would definitely recommend this program to others, especially through …

This summer I had the honor of spending five weeks in Seoul, South Korea studying at Seoul National University’s International Summer Program. I’m immensely grateful to the Seoul National University Alumni Association in the US for sponsoring my scholarship. The program was transformative as I experienced life as a Korean university student by living in the university dorms, navigating city …

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Alice Daeun Lee earned a Bachelor of Arts in Biological Sciences with a minor in Psychology from Northwestern University in 2023. Aspiring to become a physician dedicated to alleviating pain and suffering, especially among those who can’t afford healthcare in the U.S., she actively advocates for improved healthcare access. Currently, she works as a medical assistant at U.S. Dermatology Partners …