Hi! My name is Samuel Kye, and I am based in Gwangju, Gyeonggi Province, South Korea, a quiet city located near Seoul. My hometown is Los Angeles, California.
My Korean name is Yoonjin (윤진).
I major in Conflict Analysis and Resolution, with a particular focus on the structural dimensions of conflict and the roles that religion, diplomacy, and culture play in shaping both division and reconciliation. I am especially interested in how historical memory, identity, and belief systems influence the ways societies experience and resolve conflicts.
My hobbies include reading and listening to music—my favorite musician is Joji—and I have a broad interest in subculture, including games, internet culture, and contemporary media. My favorite game is Limbus Company, which I enjoy not only for its gameplay but also for its unique storytelling and artistic style.
I am fluent in Korean, English, and Japanese, and I enjoy exploring different cultures through language, literature, and conversation.
One of the most meaningful moments in my life was spending a fall semester as an exchange student in Akita, Japan. Living there allowed me to experience a different rhythm of life and engage more deeply with Japanese culture and community. That experience significantly shaped my intellectual interests and worldview.
The city where I currently live, Gwangju in Gyeonggi Province, reminds me in many ways of Akita. It is a peaceful town surrounded by mountains and rivers, with a calm and quiet atmosphere. Although I currently work in the busy center of Seoul, I often find myself missing the tranquil and reflective environment of Gwangju, which offers a welcome contrast to the fast-paced life of the city.
My primary academic interests lie in religion, diplomacy, and the arts.
Among writers, I love Japanese writer Yukio Mishima. In the arts, I love Austrian painter Egon Schiele and Russian painter Nicolai Ge.
Thank you, and welcome to GGS!
