Gwangju International Center

GIC News in March 2015

Check out what's happening at the GIC on March!

"As You Wish" Calligraphy Opens with Lots of Interest! [March 4]

Do you know that we can analyze someone's character through his/ her handwriting? Calligraphy is also an art form to do so, as well as to discover one's personality. "As You Wish" Beginner Calligraphy Class was held for only 4 sessions but received a warm welcome. Participated by Koreans and internationals, it is one unique class you shouldn't miss!

Enthusiastic participants of the Calligraphy Class

Photo by Lee Jeongmin (GIC Intern)

Many new classes open! [March 14]

From March, GIC introduces many new classes, catering to Korean and international residents, from kids to adults. For kids, there are Kids Art Camp, Sing Along in ABC and Kids Chinese Class, and for adults, there are Calligraphy Class, Flower arrangement, Silkscreen, Zumba, a new Latin Language Class and many more! Discover your new talents and learn new things while making new friends and networking with the GIC!

Freecycle [March 14]

Freecycle, the spirit of giving the community held its third event on March 14 on GIC's auditorium. An estimate number of 400 people came that day and took part in the event. Freecycle hopes to reduce the amount of trash while giving back to the community.

Freecycle event was a huge success!

Photo courtesy of Lianne Bronzo

GIC Trek Second Trip [March 14]

Second GIC Trek included the experience of Mudeung Mountain chairlift, learn about the Joseon burial tombs, Pyeongdume Village up to Chungjangsa Shrine. Mudeung Mountain is proven once again as the most beloved trekking site in Gwangju for both locals and internationals alike!

Check out the review of the day here: http://goo.gl/D8ZXD1

GIC Trek participants visited Chungryeolsa in Mudeung Mountain

Photo by Lee Jeongmin (GIC Intern)

Interview with KEPCO President and CEO [March 17]

Korea Electric Power Corporation (KEPCO) has moved its headquarters to Naju Innovation City or Bitgaram. This will significantly contribute to the development of the area. GIC and Gwangju News had the opportunity to meet face to face with the KEPCO CEO, Mr. Cho Hwan-eik about his plan for his company and South Jeolla province. To read the full scoop, check out Gwangju News April 2015 issue!

From left-right: Warren Parsons (GIC Tour Guide and Gwangju News Creative Consultant, Mr. Cho Hwan-eik,

Kim Minsu (GIC Coordinator), Hong Jin-tae (GIC Board Member)

Photo courtesy of Warren Parsons

New Members

Welcome our new members in March: Heidi Eisert, Jimmy Nguyen, Nancy Nguyen, Laura Zoellner, Lauren Shand, Chris Madden, Joshua Warlick, Monique Mathew, Elizabeth Benecki, Adrianna Aviles, Carl Hedinger, Won Ga Bin