My Seoulful Life

 Congratulations to the New GKS 2024 Successful Undergraduate Passers! See Link:  GKS 2024 UNDERGRADUATE PASSERS Sample View. AGAIN, CONGRATULATIONS!

Embarking on the path of academia, particularly as a foreign student in Korea pursuing a research program, is a tapestry woven with challenges, resilience, and invaluable opportunities. It's a journey marked by sleepless nights, demanding tasks, and a rigorous academic environment. But amidst the trials, lies the promise of growth, discovery, and the generous embrace of the Global Korea Scholarship program. The decision to pursue a research program in Korea might seem daunting at first, but beyond the initial trepidation lies a landscape ripe with potential. The scholarship offered is not merely monetary; it is an investment in your future, a recognition of your potential, and an opportunity to delve into an academic environment known for its excellence and innovation. Undoubtedly, the road ahead may seem arduous. The demanding nature of research work often means late nights spent in the lab, grappling with complex experiments, and navigating through uncharted academic territories....

Congratulations to the brilliant minds who have earned the prestigious title of New Global Korean Scholars for the year 2023!  Your exceptional academic achievements and unwavering dedication have set you apart, and we celebrate your success today. Your journey as scholars has been marked by countless hours of studying, researching, and pushing the boundaries of knowledge. Your pursuit of excellence in your respective fields has not only brought you this well-deserved recognition but has also contributed significantly to the advancement of global scholarship. As you embark on this new chapter of your academic careers, I encourage you to remember that knowledge is not just a destination but a lifelong journey. Embrace every opportunity to expand your horizons, challenge conventional wisdom, and explore uncharted territories. Keep pushing the boundaries of your knowledge, for it is through continuous learning and intellectual curiosity that you will make the greatest impact in your...

Hello, Annyeonghaseyo!!! First of all, I would like to greet you a Happy New Year!!! Start the year right, with positive mindset and attitude! Let me ask you one question, what's your dream? goal? Have you been putting off something that you knew you should've done before? You should be ready when the opportunity comes to your door!!! Don't wait any longer. If you're like me who once dreamed to study in South Korea, here's your sign, go and prepare that application! Global Korea Scholarship (GKS) is a fully-funded scholarship by the South Korean government. Take note, "fully-funded". This includes airfare, tuition fees, living expenses, insurance, and more! How to apply? Go to www.studyinkorea.go.kr, go to google and type "GKS notice" --- then read the previous application forms and guidelines for the previous year, or just read my blog about my application last 2020! ^^ Guidelines do change, but only a tiny bit. I hope you can get insights ...

Hello mga chingu! Annyeong haseyo, my friends! How have you been? It's been a long time, I know. Well, I became really busy. Life as a Graduate Student is never easy. But now, I want to update you of everything~ bit by bit. I entered Kangwon National University last March 2, 2022 (Spring Semester). At first, everything seemed so nice and easy. ahahahahaha! until, I felt pressured to learn everything in a short period of time. I need more TIME. Why? Because my subjects are ALL IN KOREAN . I know Korean, I can speak conversational korean, but " ACADEMIC KOREAN"?! NO!  It's my struggle. I have 수질화학 (water chemistry) course and it's all in korea. Chemistry itself is already hard plus reading it in Korean? My head just hurts!!! But by God's mergy, grace and overflowing blessings and strength, I somehow managed to pass my Spring Semester. Thank you, Lord! Pictures of Kangwon National University: KNU at night (near my laboratory) Beautiful traditional house Just me!...

  Hello everyone! 안녕하세요! I know you've been curious or somewhat anxious about the GKS application process and you want to know some details about it based from experiences of people who already applied and passed. Without further ado, here are some websites that could help you (from Facebook, YouTube, etc). YOUTUBE: GKS application (detailed): from my GKS batchmate and friend Justin Van Rivera. Make sure to thank him on his site for his efforts despite our busy time! :) Link:  Just In Time GKS NOTICE: Link:  Study in Korea FACEBOOK (GROUPS) Link:  KGSP Applicants ,  KGSP NIIED Scholars That's all for now. :) I also have my YT Channel but haven't made about GKS yet. It's just a compilation of my Korean Life experiences here:  Filipina sa Korea Feel free to ask questions here and will answer you as soon as possible. Fighting! Take care and be safe.

Hello everyone! Welcome to my blog! Congratulations on finishing your application forms. I know you spent a lot of time processing requirements and documents. So, it is time for you to finally submit it. Yehey! but....how? See below my tips on how to send your GKS application forms for both tracks. Submitting GKS forms: Embassy Track Hooray! This is the easiest compared to University Track (in most cases, except, if you are a foreigner in South Korea who lives near the University to which you are applying, haha). If you are near the Embassy of the Republic of Korea in your home country , then you may submit it personally. If you are far from the embassy, just submit it via courier of your choice. In any case, since you are just submitting to the embassy within  your country, expenses will be cheap compared to University Track. Submitting GKS forms: University Track Once you have made up your mind to that one and only one university which you want to be in, submit it via courier. ...

Hello Everyone! I just want to share my journey as a 2020 GKS Schola r . It all started with a dream to pursue graduate studies related to my passion. I told my 27-year-old self : I want to be more in order to do more and help more. If I become capable, I can serve the people and most importantly, God. My passion is about protecting and sustaining our environment. While having that passion, I doubted myself and thought that I was old for this and maybe I can't do it. I asked myself, "Can I do it?"  ,  "Do I have the means to push through it?" but, a quote struck me -   If not now, when?  whoa! that was really moving, convincing... I then became more eager to materialize the plan that the Lord planted  so deep in my heart - that I should pursue this dream and become an Environmental Warrior He wanted me to be.  1. The Treasure Hunt $$$ Since I have decided to pursue graduate studies related to the environment but realized that I do not have the means (...