Underwood International College

Recruiting the 1^st Members for Asia Society Korea Young Fellowship:

Voice of Youth

1. Program Outline

Listening to the voices of the younger generation, the “Voice of Youth” is a program that supports students’ researches on diverse issues that impact both South Korea and the world. Presentations will be held in front of a crowd that consists of diverse personnel. Also, a certificate and research funds will be provided to those who complete their reports.

2. Research Topic (Topics can be chosen freely within the four main subjects)

• Arts & Culture: Research on various areas such as art, music, literature, and culture

(i.e. Globalization of Korean Literature from the Perspective of Korean Vegetarians”

• Education: Research on the leading country’s education systems along with policy suggestions

(i.e. An Education Model and a Logical English-based Education Model focused on the Fourth Industrial Revolution)

• Policy & Society: Research on East Asia’s political issues and domestic social issues

(i.e. North Korea, 2018 PyeongChang Olympics, and Peace)

• Business & Economy: Research on the outlook of the leading industries of the future and economic development

(i.e. The New Industry by the Fourth Industrial Revolution; World Economy and Asia)

3. Qualifications

• Current college students
• Responsibilities of participating various events during the program
• Interest in current affairs and social issues
• English research and writing skills

4. Competencies

• English skills (for presentation and debate)
• Major in relevant field

5. Project Period & Treatment

• Project Period: March ~ July, 2018 (5 months approximate)
• Necessary human recourses and network for research
• Opportunities to attend monthly luncheons and seminars hosted by Asia Society Korea
• Publications of research and certificate of VOY program

※     Honor-Membership of Asia Society Korea will be given to researcher with outstanding performance

• Research support fee (1,000,000 KRW)

6. Number of Recruitment & Application

• No. of Recruitment: 5~10 (depends on volume of applications)
• Application: Due by 1800 February 2^nd, 2018
• Please e-mail your application with resume, cover letter, research proposal and writing samples to koreacenter@asiasociety.org