ABOUT US
Welcome! Want to get to know a little about the team? Read the short snippets about us down below!
AMBER
Hi! My name is Amber, a passionate fourth year student majoring in Sociology. During my spare time I love to go on mountain hikes, explore different cities and try new foods! My favourite K-pop bands include Super Junior and BTS. Ive always been very interested in the world of K-Pop and am excited to uncover more about the Korean culture and rise the rise of K-pop in this class!
HAILEE
Hi everyone! My name is Hailee and I’m majoring in Cognitive Systems at UBC. Some of my hobbies include skiing, traveling, and playing tennis. I’m taking this course to learn more about Korean Popular Music and some of my new favorite K-pop bands are BTS and BLACKPINK.
YUJIE
Hi, I’m Yujie! I’m a third year student majoring in Computer Science. I enjoy running cross country, expanding my palate, and listening to music. I have an interest in East Asian history/culture and I hope to learn more about Korean culture by taking this class. My favourite K-pop groups are Girls’ Generation & EXID.
MELISSA
Hi there, my name is Melissa and I am majoring in Sociology with a minor in Law. My entire life I have always loved experiencing and learning different cultures. When I lived in China, I was exposed to a lot of Korean Popular music and have gained interest ever since. My all-time favourite K-pop girl individuals/groups include Girls Generation, T-ara, Wonder Girls and BoA. For male K-pop artists, this includes Super Junior, Exo and TVXQ. Excited for whats to come on this blog!
JENNI
Hi everyone I am Jenni! I am in my first year at UBC and I have a huge interest toward Korean Popular Music. Growing up as Korean, Korean Music have always been around my life and have made huge impact on the way I see and think about Korean culture and the world in general. My favorite K pop singers include IU and Twice.