Seoul, South Korea International Media Conference – June 22-24, 2012
Program Director: Amy McCombs Host University: Yonsei University
The Missouri School of Journalism's Korea Program offers Missouri Journalism students a unique program of study, a network of colleagues, faculty guidance and the opportunity to demonstrate their multimedia journalism skills while covering an international conference held by the East-West Center in Seoul, South Korea. The theme of this year's conference is "Networked News: How New Media is Shaping Stories in Asia and the Pacific." |
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Before arrival in Korea, students will prepare for the trip in a four-week session on campus that will look at news and journalism issues in Korea with a focus on New Media. In preparation for the trip, faculty and speakers from media, government and academia will address important issues in the country such as its history, culture and economy and share their expertise. Students will expand their understanding of the economic/geopolitical issues in Asia and the Pacific and identify multiple-platform projects that could produce content for Global Journalist and other local media.
In Seoul, students will serve as the conference news staff and produce daily content for East-West and work on individual projects. The conference may include a trip to the DMZ, the heavily fortified zone that has divided North Korea and South Korea since 1953. Students will have opportunities to meet Missouri School of Journalism alumni working in Korea, to visit international business and cultural sites and to build professional networks and discuss current news and media issues with newsmakers and experts. The experience in South Korea, often called the “most wired nation in the world,” provides an ideal venue because of its dynamic media, leadership and innovation in IT, economic success and its growing role on the global stage. The conference will be held at Yonsei University.
In Seoul, students will serve as the conference news staff and produce daily content for East-West and work on individual projects. The conference may include a trip to the DMZ, the heavily fortified zone that has divided North Korea and South Korea since 1953. Students will have opportunities to meet Missouri School of Journalism alumni working in Korea, to visit international business and cultural sites and to build professional networks and discuss current news and media issues with newsmakers and experts. The experience in South Korea, often called the “most wired nation in the world,” provides an ideal venue because of its dynamic media, leadership and innovation in IT, economic success and its growing role on the global stage. The conference will be held at Yonsei University.
Eligibility
Applicants must be a Missouri School of Journalism junior, senior, graduate student or 2012 graduate. Applicants must evidence a minimum of 3.0 GPA, and have completed the first course in their sequence.
Course Credit
Program participation offers you three hours of upper-level journalism elective credit. Classes will begin on-campus during the weeks prior to departure for Seoul.
Costs
The Missouri School of Journalism attempts to make the costs of studying abroad affordable for you. Generally, study abroad experiences cost somewhat more than credits taken on-campus. Participation in this program includes significant professional experience as well as experience with international cultures and languages. The cost for this program includes housing accommodations, airfare, and on-site assistance by a professor. You will also be billed MU educational fees (3 credits). In addition, you will also pay a $75 MU Study Abroad fee to cover MU orientation, administration, and assistance, as well as a $50 fee to cover health insurance while abroad. Other expenses you will want to consider meals, local transportation and other miscellaneous expenses.
Please note that there are scholarships and other financial options available to you to help make study abroad part of your college experience.
Applicants must be a Missouri School of Journalism junior, senior, graduate student or 2012 graduate. Applicants must evidence a minimum of 3.0 GPA, and have completed the first course in their sequence.
Course Credit
Program participation offers you three hours of upper-level journalism elective credit. Classes will begin on-campus during the weeks prior to departure for Seoul.
Costs
The Missouri School of Journalism attempts to make the costs of studying abroad affordable for you. Generally, study abroad experiences cost somewhat more than credits taken on-campus. Participation in this program includes significant professional experience as well as experience with international cultures and languages. The cost for this program includes housing accommodations, airfare, and on-site assistance by a professor. You will also be billed MU educational fees (3 credits). In addition, you will also pay a $75 MU Study Abroad fee to cover MU orientation, administration, and assistance, as well as a $50 fee to cover health insurance while abroad. Other expenses you will want to consider meals, local transportation and other miscellaneous expenses.
Please note that there are scholarships and other financial options available to you to help make study abroad part of your college experience.
Estimated Program Costs for Undergraduates:
Total Program Cost Estimate:
Resident: Non-Resident:
Costs on MU Bill:
Resident: Non-Resident:
Costs on MU Bill:
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Missouri Resident (based on 3 credit hours):
Program Fee..............................................................$3,325 Tuition and Educational Fees.......................................$974 For specific fee information, visit the Cashier's website. MU Study Abroad Fee......................................................$75 HTH Student Health Insurance........................................$50 International Center Fee..................................................$75 Total Cost for Missouri Resident.......................................$4,499 |
Missouri Non-Resident (based on 3 credit hours):
Program Fee..............................................................$3,325 Tuition and Educational Fees....................................$2,254 For specific fee information, visit the Cashier's website. MU Study Abroad Fee......................................................$75 HTH Student Health Insurance........................................$50 International Center Fee..................................................$75 Total Cost for Non-Missouri Resident.............................$5,779 |
Personal Cost Estimates:
Roundtrip Airfare...........................Included
Housing.........................................Included
Meals and Transportation.................$1,150
Total Additional Expenses.................$1,150
Roundtrip Airfare...........................Included
Housing.........................................Included
Meals and Transportation.................$1,150
Total Additional Expenses.................$1,150
Financial Aid
The financial aid you normally receive for your classes at MU is usually applicable. Additional grants, loans or scholarships may be available to offset the extra costs of studying abroad. Please meet with the advisor for study abroad financing at the MU Financial Aid Office (11 Jesse Hall) for more complete information: 573-882-7506. The School of Journalism offers need-based travel scholarships each semester. Applications are available on our Web site. You can also apply for additional scholarships through the MU International Center (Memorial Union). Watch our Web site for special program scholarship announcements each semester.
For information on how to apply for this program, please click here.
The financial aid you normally receive for your classes at MU is usually applicable. Additional grants, loans or scholarships may be available to offset the extra costs of studying abroad. Please meet with the advisor for study abroad financing at the MU Financial Aid Office (11 Jesse Hall) for more complete information: 573-882-7506. The School of Journalism offers need-based travel scholarships each semester. Applications are available on our Web site. You can also apply for additional scholarships through the MU International Center (Memorial Union). Watch our Web site for special program scholarship announcements each semester.
For information on how to apply for this program, please click here.
