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Pyeongtaek Living 101 Workbooks
Interested in learning more about living in Pyeongtaek-si? In 2024 Pyeongtaek Living 101 created 4 workbooks for their lectures and workshops. Learn more about them here. Localized Information is Important for International Residents in Pyeongtaek-si For international residents, adapting to life in Pyeongtaek-si involves understanding local norms, services, and systems. However, such standards and systems may differ significantly from those in their home countries. Localized information is crucial because it provides tailored insights into the specific needs of expatriates and foreign residents living in the area. This may include knowledge…
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5 Ways to Use ChatGPT for the Language Barrier in Korea
Did you know that ChatGPT can help you navigate the language barrier in South Korea? Our volunteers and community members successfully use ChatGPT in daily life for reading and analyzing Korean. Here are some of our use cases. What is ChatGPT? We have met many people who have not heard of or used ChatGPT. So we asked Chat GPT to explain what it is and it gave this very wordy explanation: “ChatGPChatGPT is an advanced language model developed by OpenAI, designed to understand and generate human-like text based on the…
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Pyeongtaek Food & Fun June Fab4 Winners
We are happy to announce our Pyeongtaek Food & Fun’s Fab 4 June 2024 winners for their valued participation. Winners for June 2024 can collect their awards during July 2024. About Pyeongtaek Food & Fun South of Seoul volunteers support the Pyeongtaek Food & Fun Facebook community which provides information and support for the international population of Pyeongtaek and surrounding areas. Therefore, group members share posts related to restaurants, hobbies, events, gatherings, and more. South of Seoul volunteers admin and moderate the group based on the values of equity, inclusion, anti-bullying, and…
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Pyeongtaek Food & Fun May Fab4 Winners
We are happy to announce our Pyeongtaek Food & Fun’s Fab 4 May 2024 winners for their valued participation. Winners for May 2024 can collect their awards during June 2024. About Pyeongtaek Food & Fun South of Seoul volunteers support the Pyeongtaek Food & Fun Facebook community which provides information and support for the international population of Pyeongtaek and surrounding areas. Therefore, group members share posts related to restaurants, hobbies, events, gatherings, and more. South of Seoul volunteers admin and moderate the group based on the values of equity, inclusion, anti-bullying, and…
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Pyeongtaek Living 101: Class 1 & 2 Recap
Thinking about joining Pyeongtaek Living 101 but want to know more about the program? Here is a recap of the first course in Paengseong, Pyeongtaek. TLD;R It’s been a lot of fun and a lot of information. About Pyeongtaek Living 101 First, let’s introduce the FREE Pyeongtaek Living 101 course since you may not know what it is. The Pyeongtaek Living 101 Course is a program hosted by the International Exchange Foundation (PIEF) and funded by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Pyeongtaek City Government. The Pyeongtaek Living 101…
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A Guide for Preparing Cabbages for Kimjang
Do you need more details about how to process your cabbages for kimjang? This year we are documenting some details of the kimjang process that we learned from our eonni (언니) or older sister. Each year, as we see what questions other people have a the South of Seoul kimjang, this information will likely improve. Social Lens and Disclaimer The following blog post about preparing cabbages for kimjang (김장)documents the key points we leared in Korea. If you look online, you may see that other people do things differently. All…
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Halal Food in Incheon
Are you a Muslim traveler or resident in South Korea, feeling overwhelmed by the lack of halal food options? Fret not, because help is at hand! In this blog post, we’ll be exploring the city of Incheon, uncovering its hidden gems of halal food options. From restaurants to grocery stores, we’ve compiled a list of halal options that will make your food hunt a breeze. Additionally, we’ll be sharing some useful tips and tricks to help make your search for halal food in Incheon a less stressful experience. Read on…
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About South Korean Health Care System, Medical & Health, Physical & Mental Wellness, Public Health, Uncategorized, Women's Health
Mammograms in Korea
Living in South Korea and needing a mammogram? Learn more about taking care of breast health and finding clinics in the following blog post. The following article contains actionable support for finding resources across Korea. Listen to the BlogCast Don’t want to read? Listen to the South of Seoul BlogCast which provides accessible content through the use of AI technology. We don’t have time to read each article but we do our best to make more of our content accessible. If you would like to join our Accessibility Team apply to volunteer with…
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About South Korean Health Care System, Health care self advocacy, Medical & Health, Public Health, Uncategorized
Skin Cancer Screening at The Catholic University of Korea St. Vincent Hospital
Going to the doctor is not something many people look forward to. The unease associated with doctors’ visits can increase when you are concerned you may have a potentially serious diagnosis like skin cancer. Add in the uncomfortableness that comes with living in a new country where you may not know the language, customs, and culture, and you may find your anxiety at an all time high. My Lens on Skin Cancer Screening While Living in Korea As someone who is in Korea as a military spouse, does not speak…
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Intro to the International Student Virtual Welcome Packet
Would you like to know more about being an international student in South Korea and how this Virtual Welcome Packet can help? What types of students study in South Korea? As an international student in South Korea, you may meet other students studying in: Since international students choose to study in Korea due to different reasons, information in this International Student Welcome Packet may apply to different levels of education or different visa types. Does everyone have the same experience in Korea? Each international student experiences life in Korea from…
