This conference explores the theme of reflection as it relates to North Korea. We approach the term in two ways. In the nominal sense, reflections are congregations of work. Whether literary, academic, or artistic, this sort of reflection attends to the state of the archive on North Korea. As a verb, reflection is an act … [Read More]
Venue: University of Sheffield
Western Bank | Sheffield S10 2TN | [Map]
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K-pop Worlds: Exploring the Global Influence of a Korean Phenomenon
K-pop’s multidimensional identity – as a local pop with a global reach and as a hypercapitalist industry entwined with alternative youth cultures – makes it a fascinating case of contemporary popular culture. This exhibition explores K-pop as a multidimensional cultural movement. The posters document the global rise of Korean pop artists, including BTS, in the … [Read More]
[Sheffield] Digital Korea: Stories, systems and spaces of connection
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The Centre for Korean Studies at the University of Sheffield is pleased to be hosting a conference titled Digital Korea: Stories, systems and spaces of connection, funded by the AKS Core Grant Programme. This conference explores the diverse ways that Korean social, political and cultural relations at all levels, on both sides of the DMZ, … [Read More]