Sup Sogui Hosu Korean Language Village

04/01/2026

As spring begins to arrive in Korea, communities celebrate the season with festivals that welcome renewal, new growth, and time spent together. In this month’s newsletter, we’re highlighting one of the most dramatic spring traditions from Jeju Island, sharing a fun video about how pop culture can spark curiosity about Korean language and culture, and sharing session dates for summer 2026 at 숲 속의 호수 Sup sogŭi Hosu.

You’ll also find this month’s recipe inspired by Jeju Island — perfect if you’d like to bring a taste of Korea into your own kitchen.

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As spring begins to arrive in Korea, communities celebrate the season with festivals that welcome renewal, new growth, and time spent together. In this month’s newsletter, we’re highlighting one of the most dramatic spring traditions from Jeju Island, sharing a fun video about how pop culture ca...

03/30/2026

At Concordia Language Villages, language isn’t just something you study — it’s something you live. From shared meals to daily traditions, everything is designed to create immersive, cultural experiences that help young people grow into courageous global citizens.

We’re hiring year-round team members who make that mission possible. If you’re looking for a collaborative, purpose-driven role (or know someone who is), we’d love to connect. Please apply or share this post.

Open positions:

✨ Health Services Coordinator: https://loom.ly/qxHuUd4
✨ Associate Program Director: https://loom.ly/TkK__kg
✨ Sous-Chef: https://loom.ly/KR0euTc
✨ HR and Operations Assistant: https://loom.ly/XIBus6Y
✨ Housekeeping: https://loom.ly/HR5OpqM

03/12/2026

03/03/2026

Nametag Day is almost here!

On March 5, we’ll be celebrating the names that have shaped our community — and there’s still time to share yours.

Your 숲 속의 호수 Sup sogŭi Hosu name was more than a nametag. It was the name you answered to, learned in, laughed in, and grew into.

⭐ What was your 숲 속의 호수 Sup sogŭi Hosu name?
⭐ What does it mean to you?

Share in the comments and submit your story here so we can feature it: https://loom.ly/0-Ub_gU

02/28/2026

Meet the Family & Adult Program leader: Jeehun!

Jeehun has worked at Sup sogŭi Hosu for 12 years as part of youth, family, and adult programs. She holds a Montessori certificate, a BA in Linguistics and Japanese at the University of Washington, and a TESL certificate from Seattle University.

Jeehun has four beautiful children of her own and has been extensively involved in teaching Korean to the Pre-K age group. During her free time, she loves going to thrift stores and searching for new ideas for teaching materials.

Join us at Sup sogŭi Hosu for Korean Adult and Family Weekend Friday, March 27-Sunday, March 29. Registration closes March 6!

Register here: https://loom.ly/Zh80fUY

02/26/2026

As we welcome the New Year, we’re celebrating the traditions that bring us together — from honoring 설날 Seollal to gathering for Korean Adult and Family Weekend and upcoming virtual information meetings.

We’re also collecting name stories as Nametag Day approaches, celebrating Minnesota Day in our beautiful North Woods home, and sharing a recipe to bring a meaningful taste of the New Year to your table.

📖 Read the February newsletter here: https://mailchi.mp/cord/january-2026-newsletter-korean-4883427?e=b608019394

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As we welcome the New Year, we’re celebrating the traditions that bring us together — from honoring 설날 Seollal to gathering for Korean Adult and Family Weekend and upcoming virtual information meetings.

02/17/2026

새해 복 많이 받으세요 Saehae bok mani badeuseyo (Please receive many blessings in the New Year)! 🎉

설날 Seollal is one of Korea’s most important holidays — a time for family, tradition, and fresh beginnings.

Families gather to perform 세배 sebae (a deep New Year’s bow to elders), share blessings and 세뱃돈 sebaetdon (New Year's gift money), and eat 떡국 tteokguk (rice cake soup) to mark turning a year older. Many also hold 차례 charye, an ancestral memorial rite, before spending the day playing traditional games like 윷놀이 yutnori and reconnecting with loved ones.

Across Korea, it’s a season of homecomings, gratitude, and starting the year with intention.

We hope you receive many blessings in the New Year!

02/12/2026

One of the first things every villager does at Sup sogŭi Hosu is choose a Korean name.

Some villagers carry the same name year after year, while others choose something new as they grow and change through the language and culture.

As we get closer to Nametag Day, we’re collecting stories about Sup sogŭi Hosu names — what you chose, why you chose it, and what it came to mean.

Alumni, staff, and current villagers: we’d love to hear your story.

New to Sup sogŭi Hosu? Choosing a Korean name is one of the first traditions that helps villagers feel at home.

✨ Share your village name with us — in the comments, a DM, or via the link in bio.

02/06/2026

Why Learn Korean?

Learning Korean is about connection, curiosity, and community.

Korean opens the door to a vibrant culture shaped by history, creativity, and global influence — from music and film to food, language, and everyday life. It’s a language that brings people together through shared interests and experiences.

At Sup sogŭi Hosu, Korean is learned through connection. You speak it while singing along to music, trying new foods, playing games, and building friendships with people who share your excitement for Korean culture. Learning feels social, immersive, and fun.

Whether you’re drawn to K-pop, K-dramas, travel, or global culture, learning Korean helps you connect more deeply and confidently with the world around you.

Learning Korean is learning how to belong — and have a lot of fun along the way.

02/05/2026

POV: It's 2016 and it's the first day of camp at 숲 속의 호수 Sup sogŭi Hosu 📸

Do you see anyone you recognize?

02/04/2026

A new year brings fresh beginnings at Sup Sogŭi Hosu, and we’re starting it with the things we love most: Korean language, meaningful traditions, and music that brings people together.

In last month’s Sup Sogŭi Hosu newsletter, you’ll find reflections on how Korea welcomes the New Year, cultural stories inspired by everything from 설날 (Seollal) to K-pop, an invitation to join us for Korean Family Weekend, opportunities for summer learning, and even a recipe to try at home.

📖 Read the January newsletter here: https://loom.ly/8g3YgyI

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A new year brings fresh beginnings, and at 숲 속의 호수 Sup Sogŭi Hosu, we’re starting it with the things we love most: Korean language, meaningful traditions, and music that brings people together. From the excitement of BTS’s long-awaited reunion to reflections on ho...

02/02/2026

The sights. The sounds. The joy. There’s nothing quite like a weekend immersed in Korean language and culture at Concordia Language Villages ❤️

At Sup sogŭi Hosu Korean Language Village, Family & Adult Weekends bring people together through shared meals, music, games, and hands-on cultural experiences. It’s a chance to slow down, learn side by side, and reconnect in a welcoming, unplugged environment.

Curious to try it for yourself? Our next Korean Family & Adult Weekend runs March 27–29, and all ages and experience levels are welcome.

✨ Learn together
✨ Unplug and reconnect
✨ Create memories that last far beyond the weekend

🗓️ Register by March 6 to save your spot — we'll see you at the lake! https://loom.ly/Zh80fUY