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January 31, 2020 5:30pm

Social Event

This event was super cool. I love going to the Final Friday Dinners. This month was to Lavash Cafe, which is Mediterranean food. We took the bus there because it is in Clintonville. I started with a beef and lamb kefta sandwich. I twas really good. I have had kefta before when I went to London in 2016, so I thought that I would really like it and I did. After having my main meal I went back and got desert. I got a piece of mocha cake and rice pudding with cinnamon on top. Both were really good. Before we left the owner, I believe, came out and told us he would give us baklava to try. I had never had it before and it was also really good!

This event relates to International Affairs because it gives us the opportunity to try new foods. I’m so glad that we have this event because I love trying food from all around the world. Columbus also has so many places to go to and so having this event helps me get to go to all of the really good places. I will probably try to take my parents and friends who aren’t in IA Scholars to the restaurants that we go to. It is really important to expose yourself to cultures and through food is one of the ways you can do that.

January 23, 2020 7 – 8pm

Social Event

This event took place in the Smith side basement of Smith-Steeb Hall. I did not know what to expect when I decided to attend this event, but I had a lot of fun!

First, we were told to pick two different colors of construction paper. I picked purple and orange. Next, we had to cut one of our papers, so that we could roll it into a small tube and glue it together. Then, we needed to fold the other paper and cut lines that did not go all the way to the end. Finally, we glued they cut paper on to the tube. This created a lantern look. We also had the option of adding string to our lantern. So, I did. I chose three different colors, purple, orange and light blue. Then, I braided the string together. My friend, Sydney, had to help me punch holes into my tube, so that I could attach the braided string to my lantern.

I had a lot of fun at this event. I got to talk to people that I haven’t seen in a long time. I was also able to celebrate Chinese New Year, which was really cool. This event related to International Affairs because a lot of countries celebrate Chinese New Year and so it was nice that we could do something to celebrate, as well.

January 14, 2020 6 – 7pm

Campus Event

At this event we met in the Enarson Building and we had pizza. When we first got there, we played pictionary in our tables. One person drew a picture and the rest of us had to guess what was being drawn. It was really fun and it also made me feel more comfortable with the people at my table. Next, we listened to a presentation about street art. First, we were shown pictures of street art from the Columbus area, and then, we were shown street art from around the world. We also watched some clips about different street artists.

I thought it was really cool to see all the different types of street art and how they varied from place to place and even from artist to artist. We then talked about the messages that the art was trying to show and were asked to discuss, in our tables, what message we would like to send through street art if we could. I said I would like to spread positivity and make people smile or add beauty to an area. I like hearing other people’s responses, too.

This event was great to go to because I learned about something I didn’t know much about. It was also great becuase I was able to meet new people and have fun while learning.

January 11, 2020 5:30 – 8pm

Professional Development Event

For this event, we met in the Sky Lounge of Smith-Steeb Hall and ate Chipotle burritos. While we ate, we played a Kahoot, which asked us different questions. These questions then opened us up to full group discussions. It was lead by to of the LC members, but everyone was allowed to add there own experiences and answer or ask other questions.

It was really great to hear the experiences of older IA members. It made me worry a lot less about what I will go through. For example, just hearing about all the different things people had applied for and didn’t get, but then they were able to do something else that they really enjoyed. It was also nice learning about what other people in my own grade are feeling and that I am not alone in feeling nervous about the future.

It made me realize that it is okay to try things and not get them. Because of this event I decided to apply to be a University Ambassador. It really made me feel a lot more confident. Therefore, I decided to go through the application process and see if I get in and if I don’t I know that I will have other opportunities in the future. I will remember this experience as I apply for more positions throughout my life!

 

November 15, 2019 4 – 8pm

Social Event

For this trip IA Scholars went to the Columbus Zoo with scholars from other scholars groups. I personally spent the evening with Ryann from IA and member from Humanities Scholars. To get into the Zoo for free, we had to bring 5 canned goods to donate. I had a lot of fun! I was able to meet new people and see a lot more animals than I thought we would.

This relates to International Affairs because, IA is all about communication. Even though we are from different Scholars groups, we were still able to talk and have a fun time. We also saw, and learned about so many different animals. The lights were really fun to see, as well.

I was able to benefit from this trip because I met so many new people. I was really surprised! I was able to step out of my comfort zone and spent the whole night with people I had just met. It was so much fun! It made me feel proud of myself for doing it. I was also happy to be able to donate so much. Donating is extremely important, especially as we get close to the winter season. As it gets colder, more people need, so to be able to donate made me really happy.

 

November 2, 2019 and November 10, 2019

Campus Event Reflection

Parasite is a Korean movie by the same director that directed the movie Snowpiercer. In this movie, there are two families. One that is rich, the Parks; and one that is poor, the Kims. The Kims end up manipulating the Parks into hiring all of them without realizing they are related. The whole movie is about the division in class.

The Kim Family lives in a half basement, while the Parks live in a huge home. The Kims literally live under the richer, who have the homes above ground. This shows the idea that the poor live under the rich. Without the rich, the poor would not have a place to live. Later in the film, it is revealed to the Kims that the former housekeeper was keeping her husband alive in the underground bomb shelter in the Parks home. And finally, at the end of the film, we learn that the father of the Kim Family is living in that same bomb shelter. This shows that their is always someone living under the rich, literally and figuratively. The husband of the housekeeper is even seen thanking the father of the Park Family and eventually, we see the father of the Kim Family do the same.

This movie shows how, in our society, the rich cannot survive without the poor being under them. Whether it be literally, like when the original housekeeper is hired and the mother of the Park Family is struggling to just keep the dishes clean; and therefore, hiring the mother of the Kim family. Or like in the finally moments when we see that, yet again, another person living under the noses of another, new family in the Park household. It relates to International Affairs because it shows the division of class in South Korea.

I do have a couple questions. I wish it was explained how the former housekeeper got so beat up when she returns. She tells her husband that she will tell him later when he asks about it, but that never has the chance to happen once they find out about the Kims manipulation. Did she maybe get beat up by the loan sharks that are after her husband, or did something else happen to her? I also want to know what happens to the friend that gave the main character his way into the Park Family. Does he return and find out what happens? Is he still friends with the main character? Does he find the daughter from the Park Family?

Overall, I really enjoyed this movie. I even saw it twice! Because I am a Korean Major, this movie was even more beneficial for me. I was able to see sort of what’s the situation with class is like in South Korea. And, I was also able to hear more native speakers have conversations and use slang words.

I definitely recommend this movie, if you haven’t seen it!

November 3, 2019 12:15 – 3 pm

Social Event Reflection

I had initially signed up for this event solely because I wanted to see the Book Loft. However, I got so much more! Our tour guide knew some much about the history of the village; I was so surprised. I thought we might just walk around and he would point out different buildings and tell us what they were. He did that, but he also told us so much history. I learned that it is a historic district so the outsides of building cannot be changed. He told us that the homes there are so expensive and that some people have even connected homes and turned them in to one big one. One family even bought the old Catholic School building and the parking lot next to it and turned it into their house! And they didn’t stop there; they put a garage underground! I was so surprised how wealthy everyone there is.

He also told us history. Did you know the original Max and Erma’s was in German Village. Sadly, they recently sold it, but it really did start there. He showed us where there are big stones by the rode and said that’s what people used to step up into horse drawn carriages. He just told us so much more than I thought he would. I definitely recommend going on one of his tours if you get the chance!

This event relates to International Affairs because he old us the history of the German people. Especially during the World Wars, it was really hard for them. By having such a historic place we are able to look back at old times and see where we have come and need to go internationally.

I had a great time and I will definitely be going back to German Village in the future!

October 26, 2019 10am – 1pm

Service Event Reflection

At this event I was able to help paint the walls in an elementary school in the Columbus Area. I was with other IA scholars and students from the school, who were grades 2 – 5. We all worked together to paint an inspirational saying and trees that would later be filled with leaves with different positive affirmations. Students at the school would be able to take a leaf when they are having a difficult day. I felt good knowing that students at the school would have something to make them smile when they needed it.

This event relates to International Affairs because service is important to remind us to help others. In International Affairs a lot of times people forget that things need to be done to help people not just benefit one country or the other. It is for the people living in those countries that should be thought of. By going to this event, I was reminded of those that just need a positive message for the day. We were able to give that to that school that day. I hope that the students there love it!

We got to see the some of the kids who went to the school and that made it more special for me. It wasn’t just some random painting in a school hallway. It was something that would make these kids happy. When we first got there in the morning a lot of the kids were pretty shy. However, by just lunch break, most of them were really talkative and funny. I appreciated the experience more because I got to interact with the kids. I even remember one kid standing back and saying, “I painted this!” Him saying that made me feel good about what I had done, too.

September 15, 2019 2 – 3 pm

Social Event Reflection

This event was given to show us around in Columbus. Before going on this tour, I had not explored Columbus at all. I was nervous to go off campus and try to find things by myself. I chose to do this tour because I want to feel comfortable going off campus when I want to. I now feel like I do know where things are and I feel less afraid of going off campus to try new things.

This event is related to International Affairs because it shows us all of the opportunities that we have in Columbus to experience new cultures. I learned about German Village and many new, different restaurants that I am excited to try. I also learned some of the history of Columbus and Ohio State.

Personally, I benefited from this event because I now feel more comfortable going off campus. I was also able to meet more people in IA. Because I live on the 9th floor, it is sometimes hard to get to know other IA members. This event allowed me to talk with some of the other members from the 8th floor, which I normally don’t get to do.

Overall, I had a great time on the tour. I hope that I will be able to use the information I learned from this event in the near future. I hope to use all of the resources Columbus has available for me.

Professional Development Reflection

9 September 2019, 7-8 pm, Glass Classroom

At this panel, upperclassmen from IA discussed the experiences they had during their internships. All of the panelists had done internships abroad or in the State Department. They mentioned how they applied, what their living arrangements were like, and what they did at the internship and when they had free time.

This topic related to International Affairs because all of the panelists were involved in International Affairs. They all interned for international companies or organizations and taught us how we can get involved also.

Before I went to this panel I was not thinking about doing an internship. I thought that it would take time away from class and I would have to stay in school for a longer period of time. However, I learned that having an internship is extremely beneficial to my life. If I caould get an internship I would have experience then other applicants to jobs I am trying to get.

When I got back to my room I did my own research on internships that interested me. I found that NSA has a summer language internship and it seems like something I would enjoy doing. It would be a great opportunity for me to use language and learn how employees at NSA use their language skills in their jobs. This intersected with my professional goals because it will help me figure out what kind of job I want in the future and how to reach my goals.