Lanae Rivers-Woods, MAIT

Lanae Rivers-Woods moved to Korea in 2011 where she lives in the countryside with her family, friends, and puppies. She holds a BSSW (Bachelor's of Science in Social Work), a MAIT (Master's of Arts in International Teaching), and registered by the Pyeongtaek Korean Times with the Korean government as a Cultural Expert. Ms. Rivers-Woods used her 15 years experience as a social architect, UX/UI designer, and technology consultant to found South of Seoul in 2015. South of Seoul is a volunteer organization that leverages technological tools to mitigate cultural dissonance in multi-cultural communities. Through South of Seoul, Ms. Rivers-Woods works with independent volunteers, non-profit organizations, businesses, local & federal government, universities, and US military organizations to develop solutions to support English speaking international residents in rural South Korea. Additionally, Ms. Rivers-Woods founded the South of Seoul smart phone app available for Google Play and iPhone. The app provides information a resources for those living and traveling in South Korea. When she isn't in South of Seoul development meetings or working her day job, Ms. Rivers-Woods loves to be outside at skate parks, the beach, or playing in the mountains.

A Vegan Weekend Trip to Gangwondo, Korea

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Wondering where to travel as a vegan in Korea? We have a great weekend trip recommendation, SOKCHO and GOSEONG! About Vegan Travel Information Sokcho and Goseong If you go online there is very little about vegan trips to the east coast of Gangwondo in South Korea. The East Coast experienced a great deal of development … Read more

A Chuseok Menu for International Residents in Korea

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Do you want to celebrate Chuseok in Korea but you don’t know how? Maybe you don’t have a Korean family or this is your first year in Korea? Here is how you can create a Chuseok menu at home using Traditional Markets and learning a few recipes. Let’s go, we promise it will be fun! … Read more

Korean Drinking Games at Songtan BBQ Fest

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Headed to the Songtan Market BBQ Festival this fall? Here are some Korean drinking games you might want to learn! About Korean Drinking Culture Many people in Korea love to play games when they drink. This includes Korean nationals and international residents who join local customs. The games tend to be simple, easy to follow, … Read more

Menstrual Product Shopping Tips for Korea

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Do you need help shopping for menstrual products/ feminine hygiene products in Korea? You have come to the right place. This post offers tips for finding the right products, images from Korean products, and cultural insight. Information is power and we believe in empowering people with information so let’s go! Listen to the BlogCast Don’t … Read more

Website for Making Homemade Dog Food in Korea

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Do you need or want to make homemade dog food for your dog but worry about the nutritional balance? Well, we found a website you might find helpful. The Korean government realized that many people were making homemade food and launched a website to support cooking at home. The Purpose of this Post In my … Read more

July K-Drama: Boys Over Flowers

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Step into the captivating world of July’s K-drama, ‘Boys Over Flowers.’ We will delve into a tangled web of romance, friendship, and personal growth in this iconic drama. Breaking Down The Cultural Knowledge If you have been following our K-Drama series, feel free to skip this section to get straight into the drama. When you … Read more

The Reality of Student Work Permits in Korea

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Can international students work in South Korea? The short answer is yes, but there are many different rules that you will need to navigate and each student’s situation is a little different. There is no such thing as one set of paperwork or a guaranteed outcome. Such ambiguity may leave international students feeling vulnerable and … Read more

International Students and Housing in Korea

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Moving to South Korea to study? Let’s talk about the reality of housing and the expenses you may need to prepare for as an international student. Remember universities don’t usually cover student’s living expenses so international students need to budget for setting up their new lives. Barriers to Student Housing International students in South Korea … Read more

Health Insurance Rules for International Students in Korea

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Let’s talk about the Korean National Health Insurance requirements for international students studying in South Korea. It’s important to have a strong health safety net while you are studying and Korea and that includes health insurance. Thankfully, South Korea makes health insurance mandatory and affordable for many students. Listen to the BlogCast Don’t want to … Read more