Discover the Heart of Korea

Wisconsin American Village Summer Program 2026

A 3-Week Immersion Experience in Hamyang, South Gyeungsang Province.

JUNE 12 – JULY 3, 2026

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The Experience

More Than Just A Trip

We are committed to cross-cultural learning and fostering the holistic health of every student for future global citizenship and leadership.

Cultural Immersion: Live and learn in Hamyang. Experience authentic Korean life far beyond the tourist traps.
Academic Growth: Daily classes in Korean language, music, and history taught by qualified educators.
Expert Guidance: Safe 1:6 staff-to-student ratio with UW graduates and educators from both the U.S. and Korea.

A Typical Day & Adventure

Morning: Culture & Academics

Korean Language: Intensive and practical lessons.
Music: Percussion ensemble and Samulnori.
Yoga: Traditional Kouksundo practice.
Culinary Arts: Making Gimbap and various Kimchi.

Afternoon: Field Trips

Historic sites, temples, and local churches.
Visits to local Korean schools.
Farms and mountain trails.
Local concerts and cultural performances.

Weekend Excursions

We explore beyond the village. Destinations include:

Busan Jeonju Tsushima Island, Japan

Program Logistics

Dates

June 12 - July 3, 2026

Registration Deadline

April 15, 2026

Location

Hamyang, South Gyeungsang Province

Eligibility

Middle School, High School, & College Students

Contact & Registration

Please reach out to our team for the registration packet, or fill out the interest form below.

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Rev. Dong Su Lee

Program Director

For over three decades, Rev. Lee has been a bridge between cultures, hosting foreign exchange students from Korea in the United States. His blog documents 30 years of connecting people across the globe and fostering international friendship.

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715-254-5328 (US) 010-3132-8583 (Korea)

Zach Gunderson

Program Coordinator

Recent Graduate from UW Madison

Computer Science and Computer Engineering

Currently Employed Engineer in US

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