KS's Global Insights into Higher Education

Motivation to Apply for the Fulbright Program  In 2012, I embarked on a pivotal journey as a Fulbright scholar in the Korea International Education Administrator (IEA) Program. My decision to apply was rooted in a deep-seated desire to bridge the gap between South Korea’s higher education system and the global landscape. As a professional navigating the intricacies of international education, I recognized the need to expand my understanding of global best practices, forge meaningful partnerships, and cultivate innovative strategies that could elevate the institutions I served.  South Korea’s higher education sector, while robust in its academic rigor, faced challenges in adapting to the demands of globalization. I believed that participating in the Fulbright program would provide me with unparalleled exposure to diverse educational models and strategic frameworks employed by U.S. institutions. Fulbright’s mission of fostering mutual understanding and collaboration across cultu...

In a recent podcast interview with Fabrizio , I shared insights into my professional journey in international education, reflecting on pivotal experiences, challenges, and the evolving trends shaping the field. For the entire recording, please visit HERE . "Kyuseok Kim, Center Director at IES Abroad Seoul, tells us how his interest in international education began when as a teaching assistant at an international summer school program in South Korea, where he worked closely with a broad range of international faculty and students, and experience that contributed to his decision to work in the international education sector, including eventually at Suny Korea, the first and the largest US campus in South Korea, operating within Incheon Global Campus education hub. KS shares his passion for facilitating transformative international education experiences for students, and how he has been able to put this passion into practice in his current work as the inaugural Director of IES Abroad...