Student Traveler

Asher Ruth P.

Summer Korean Studies Seoul, South Korea

Hometown: Austin TX

Asher Ruth's Program

Summer Korean Studies

A little about me~

Hello! I’m Asher Phillips, a culture passionate girl originally from Austin Texas, currently exploring the vibrant city of Seoul, South Korea. I’m a Hospitality student with an American Sign Language minor at Flagler College who is excited about discovering and learning new cultures, languages, and learning to navigate the fear and excitement of exploring a new country. As a huge K-pop fan, I’m thrilled to be in the heart of the Hallyu wave, experiencing the music, concerts, and fandom culture up close. Through this blog, I’ll be sharing my experiences, tips, and stories from my time studying abroad in Seoul. Join me as I navigate the bustling streets, savor delicious Korean cuisine, dive into the rich history, and indulge in the dynamic K-pop scene of this incredible city. Let's do this!

Program: https://www.ciee.org/go-abroad/college-study-abroad/programs/south-korea/seoul/summer-korean-studies

Posts

A Hanbok Cultural Experience

By Asher Ruth P.

While exploring the beautiful palaces of Korea, I was fortunate to rent a hanbok, a traditional Korean dress known for its vibrant colors, flowing lines, and elegant design. Wearing a... keep reading

Happily posing in front of a Kiki's Delivery Service Cafe!

Korea Cafe Culture

By Asher Ruth P.

Cafes in Korea are on a completely different level. As someone who grew up in the States, this was such a lovely surprise. Korean cafe culture is a pride here... keep reading

Compose Coffee's collab with Taehyung from BTS

A Fangirl in Korea

By Asher Ruth P.

K-pop played a significant role in my decision to study abroad in Korea. As a dedicated fan and former co-president of Flagler College’s K-pop club, I cherished the connections forged... keep reading

A photo of me and my lovely friend Avi feeling Jeong and enjoying our time together at a Korean bathhouse

My Experience with Korea's endless pool of Jeong (정/情)

By Asher Ruth P.

Jeong is a special Korean word with no real English translation. It represents love, kindness, sharing, and so much more. During my time in Korea, I found more Jeong and beautiful moments than I could ever imagine. Here are some of those moments and why Korea offers so much Jeong.