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04/14/2026

Topics in East Asian Language Studies
Hanja: Chinese Characters in Korean Texts I (EAST-UA 302, 12:30-1:45 on Mondays)

Course Description:
Hanja, Chinese characters, makes up more than half of the Korean language‘s vocabulary, and learning it can enhance word recognition, deepen understanding, and expand vocabulary. This course is designed for intermediate-level Korean learners and above to develop their Hanja knowledge through dialogues and short texts. Students will explore the principles of Hanja composition, antonyms, thematic groups, and four-character idioms, allowing them to approach Hanja from multiple perspectives. By the end of the course, students will have a stronger vocabulary foundation and improved ability to expand their Korean vocabulary at the intermediate level and beyond.

If you have any questions, please email Professor Park at [email protected]!

04/09/2026

Maybe Happy Ending by Intermediate Korean II. Kudos to your hard work!!

04/08/2026

The second Korean performance is 한숨, sung by Advanced Korean II. Bravo!!

03/30/2026

Join Us: Korean Speech Contest!

Instead of our regular class this Thursday (4/2), please join us for the Korean Speech Contest! Come support your fellow students and enjoy a break from the usual routine.

Schedule
    •    Session I (11:00 am – 12:15 pm): Elementary Korean I & II & Elementary Korean for Advanced Learners
    •    Session II (12:30 pm – 1:45 pm): Intermediate Korean I & II, Intermediate Korean for Advanced Learners & Advanced Korean I & II

Location
    •    Kimmel Center 802

The Perks
    •    No Class: Attendance at the contest replaces our Thursday lecture.
    •    Korean Snacks & Gifts: Provided for audience members.
    •    Plus-Ones: Friends are more than welcome to join the fun!

Hope to see you all there!!

03/21/2026

Plan ahead for summer and keep your Korean moving forward.

We are offering: • Elementary Korean I — Summer I (5/18/26–6/30/26) & Summer II (7/1/26–8/12/26) • Elementary Korean II — Summer II (7/1/26-8/12/26)

Students currently enrolled in Elementary Korean I can seamlessly continue into Elementary Korean II in Summer II, positioning them to begin Intermediate Korean I in the fall.

Take advantage of the summer term to strengthen your language skills in a focused, intensive format.

Registration is now open!

02/03/2026

Join the K-Friends this semester for an immersive experience in Korean culture and language.

Expand your knowledge, practice your language skills, and indulge in Korean treats while earning extra credit.

Location: 19 University Place, Room 222
Time: 6:00pm-8:00pm

11/17/2025

We have classes for both absolute beginners, and very advanced speakers, and everybody in between!

We also have classes for heritage learners who grew up speaking the language but did not have formal education in Korean language.

Courses offered for Spring 2026 are:
Elementary Korean I & II, Intermediate Korean I & II, Advanced Korean I & II, Elementary Korean for Advanced Speakers, Intermediate Korean for Advanced Speakers, Structure of Korean and Readings in Modern Korean.

If you already have some known in Korean, take the online placement exam to see which level course you are eligible to take.

Questions? Send an email to Korean Language Coordinator Professor Park at [email protected].

p.s. Outside the regular classes, we have many exciting events planned for the next semester! Stay tuned!

11/11/2025

Get ready for Korean Movie Night this Thursday!
Yummy munchies will be provided.

See you all soon!

10/01/2025

Let's come together to celebrate Hangeul's invention, the Korean Alphabet system, with a fun-filled day of activities and delicious Korean food!

See you all there!

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19 University Place
New York, NY
10003

Website

http://eas.as.nyu.edu/page/korean

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