Shinhan University Hosts Book Talk with PD Kim Younghee for International Students

Sharing Life’s Pauses and the Meaning of Travel through "Pack Your Bags"

Shinhan University (President Kang Sungjong) held a book talk titled "BOOK TALK with Kim Younghee PD" on November 6 at the Eben-Esel Hall Amphitheater for foreign language trainees and international students. The event was hosted by the university's Office of International Affairs and moderated by comedian Lee Yoonseok. Approximately 250 international students attended, making the event a great success.

Shinhan University held a book talk with PD Kim Younghee titled "BOOK TALK with Kim Younghee PD" on the 6th at the Eben-Esel Hall Amphitheater for foreign language trainees and international students. Photo by Shinhan University

Kim Younghee PD is a renowned broadcaster who planned and produced programs such as "Sunday Night," "Please Take Care of My Refrigerator," "Lee Kyungkyu's Hidden Camera," "Let's Compliment," "Exclamation Mark," and "I Am a Singer." Through her long career in broadcasting, she has sincerely captured the meaning of humanity, life, and challenge, earning the empathy of the public. After leaving the broadcasting field, she became a travel writer and now shares the insights and inspiration she gained from her journeys with the public through her writing and lectures.

This lecture focused on Kim Younghee PD's book "Pack Your Bags." She candidly shared the life lessons she learned from her experiences in broadcasting and her many overseas travels, emphasizing, "Travel is not simply about leaving, but a process of self-reflection and the courage to find your own pace."

Her book features notes and warm illustrations from her travels, which naturally convey a sense of "everyday travel." Kim PD stated, "True travel begins by lightening your load and broadening your mind," and encouraged international students to "embrace their study abroad experience as a new chapter in their journey."

After the lecture, a book signing event for "Pack Your Bags" was held, allowing students to take photos with the author and create meaningful memories. One international student remarked, "The stories connecting travel and life were deeply moving," and added, "It became an opportunity for self-reflection during my study abroad experience."

Cho Hyungyu, Director of the Office of International Affairs at Shinhan University, commented, "This book talk was especially meaningful as it was held for international students." He continued, "Students interested in the Korean language and culture were able to gain cultural inspiration and a broader perspective through the vivid stories of an author with broadcasting experience." He added, "We will continue to provide various cultural and communication programs to help international students develop a global mindset and empathy."

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