September 2010 - Volume 4, Issue 1
Table of Contents
Seoul Foreign School 55 Yonhi‐dong, Seoul 120‐113, KOREA TEL: 822‐330‐3100 FAX: 822‐335‐1857
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Message from the Head of School Page 3 Updates from the Development Office Enhancing the Tradition of Excellence Pages 4‐5 ALUM OF THE YEAR AWARD— Dr. David Livingston Pages 6‐7 Highlights from Langston Rogde Farewell Pages 8‐9 Moments in SFS History Pages 10‐11 2000—2010 Major Growth at SFS Message from the Board Page 12 2010 University Acceptances Page 13 30 Years of Service Jack Moon offers 2010 Invocation Page 14 SFS 2010 ALUMNI COMMITTEE Page 15 SCHOLARSHIP AWARD—Vivian Byeon Class of 2010 Valedictorian—Toma Koyabashi Pages 16 2010 Graduation Highlights and Awards Page 17 Discovery Week ‐ Vietnam Service Trip Pages 18‐19 Alumni—Summer SFS Reunion Page 20‐21 Alumni Campus Visits Pages 22‐23 Alumni Notes Page 23 Alumni Notes /Memoriam Page 24‐25 100th Anniversary Pages 26‐27 A Senior’s Farewell Wrap to Korea Page 28
Head of School Dr. John Engstrom
Dear Alumni and Friends, them for their hard work and their high achievement levels. They We have just graduated 110 sen‐ will undoubtedly provide strong iors, the largest graduating class in leadership in their communities the history of Seoul Foreign School. and professions in the future. The Commencement Ceremony Congratulations! was particularly moving as many seniors said goodbye to their class‐ We have just received the good mates and, one by one, many pub‐ news that 39 seniors received their lically thanked their parents, many International Baccalaureate Di‐ in their mother tongue, for the ploma (IB); many completed their years of sacrifice and financial tests in May using two languages. support their parents had given to These diplomas, accepted in virtu‐ them. ally all universities around the world, help our students gain ad‐ We were also thankful for the fine mission into these universities. college‐acceptance record of our Next year, we will have even more seniors this year. I am happy to full IB Diploma candidates in the report that many of our students senior class. In addition, our stu‐ were accepted at highly selective dents who were not “full di‐ colleges and universities around ploma” students took some 200 the world. We are very proud of certificate tests, demonstrating their knowledge and achievement in their IB classes. We are so thankful that our students are not afraid of the rigor and challenge of the IB program, universally under‐ stood to be the most respected di‐ ploma in the world. Last year, I was thankful to meet many alumni in various cities in which we held gatherings‐ Lon‐ don, San Diego, San Francisco and Los Angeles. In every case, I was so impressed with all of the per‐
sonal stories, hearing of your work, the way in which you are of service to others and the way you have invested in your families. It is an honor to be involved
at Seoul Foreign School, where we focus on academic excellence and preparation for achievement without sacrificing the focus on the development of Christian character among our stu‐ dents. We are as committed to promoting Christian values today as ever be‐ fore. We realize what our world is looking for is leaders who are driven by principle and who un‐ derstand the importance of integ‐ rity as their daily work ethic. Please keep us in your prayers as you think of us here in Korea “on the Hill.” Warmly, John Engstrom
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Updates from the Development Office
This summer, I took part in my sec‐ ond Independent School Management workshop, designed to support schools with an existing Annual Giv‐ ing Campaign. I had taken advan‐ tage of my first workshop the sum‐ mer before on creating the foundation for an effective Development office.
of our school community to support the areas of Financial Aid and vari‐ ous school needs was very prominent and re‐ flected a truly supportive community. We would like to thank you for your commitment
It has been an incredible educational experience being in the company of colleagues from private schools around the world. The experiences shared by each of the schools demon‐ strated the variety of fundraising backgrounds within the various cul‐ tures of school communities. It was very humbling to hear about schools with a strong history of Annual Giv‐ ing from both the parent and alumni community, but also enlightening to hear about those schools challenged with introducing such a fundraiser to their community at all. It helped me to gauge where SFS might be in the spectrum of established Annual Giv‐ ing with respect to our unique cir‐ cumstances. Seoul Foreign School launched its first Annual Fund last school year (2009‐10) with an Annual Fund bro‐
and contribution to SFS. Many colleagues I met during these workshops were fascinated with the unique dynamics of Seoul For‐ eign School and its rich history. Moreover, they were fascinated that the school has operated suc‐ cessfully for almost 100 years, solely‐based on its tuition. To con‐ tinue on in these efforts, SFS has recognized the competitive de‐ mands within the educational envi‐ ronment and has taken the initia‐ tive on yet a new area in need of growth. The Annual Fund will provide new opportunities in SFS’s continued efforts to be the leading, competitive educational institution in Seoul.
chure being sent out in February ex‐ plaining the Annual Fund and en‐
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couraging participation from parents, June Kang faculty and alumni. The willingness Director of Communications and Development jkang@seoulforeign.org
Enhancing the tradition of excellence Seoul Foreign School Annual Fund donors We would like to express our sincere appreciation to all of our donors who participated in the first Annual Fund drive. Your support is paving the way as we move forward to celebrate the continued legacy of Seoul Foreign School. With this momentum, we will be sure to surpass our anticipated goal! ANNUAL FUND DONATION (as of August 2010) Total Gifts $81,925 THE MILLENNIUM CLUB Do Yoon Kim 2009‐10 SFS School Board Heather and Sunny Yi RED AND BLACK CLUB The Kwon Family John C. O’Donnell The Shin Family THE CREST CLUB Hongchul and Yasmeen Bae Christian and Benjamin Choi James and Julie Danahy Shirley Droese John and Alice Engstrom James and Sarah Hubbard Gunberg Celine Jin Ji Yong Lee Tracy and Tim Mohr The SFS Classified Staff Shou Liang Wang Yonhee Badminton Club
CENTENNIAL CLUB Anonymous Kevin, Dee and Baker Family Andrew Byun Eunhi Cho Hyun Sook Hong Warren and Robin Hudson Carol LaCroix Andy and Joanna Lee Young Sun Lee Amy Lindholm Elizabeth Lloyd Patrick O’Malley Pete and Judy Penick Elise K. Prosser Langston and Linda Rogde Harry G. Rudolph THE LEGACY CLUB Anonymous Jeff and Barbara Benson Tony and Margaret Curran Yoo Soo Kim Insil Tahk Yoojin Um Buhm Jin Yoon Youngja Yum
Categories of Giving The Heritage Club $100,000+ 1912 Society $50,000+ The Millennium Club $10,000+ Red & Black Club $5,000+ The Crest Club $1,000+ Centennial Club $100+ The Legacy Club any dollar amount given by friends and relatives
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Alum of the Year Award Dr. David Livingston
Being a missionary kid in the early 60ʹs in Korea was no fun. At least, the part where we had to board on the other side of the country so we could get the best possible education. Who cared about education when you were 10? The things that really mattered were, being with Mom and Dad in Kang Nung, hiking in the woods, playing games behind the house with my best friend Chunwha. So when Mom decided the ʺnew mathʺ was just too much for her and we needed to go to SFS if we were to get a good 6
start in life, I was just plain depressed. My first year my sister and I boarded with other missionaries at the Korea Christian Conference Grounds. After that we lived at the TEAM mission dorm right above SFS for the next couple years. Either way, I missed my folks terribly and did not have a lot of fond memories of SFS during those early years. We left Korea in 1966 and after gradu‐ ating High School (ʹ72) in the US, I wanted to come back to Korea in the
worst way. In 1973, the US Army provided a way by giving me the ʺcovetedʺ draft number 001. There was no doubt that I would be drafted so the next day I paid a visit to the local Army recruiter and signed up for a tour in Korea. This time my experience with SFS was more of a positive one. Between trips to Jesus Abbey and Taechon beach with SFS kids and just hanging around the Sacred Halls, I began to realize all the good things about SFS;
the importance of a good education and one based on principles taught in the Bible, and being raised in a cul‐ ture unique in all the world. Koreans are, without a doubt, one of the most special people on earth and to be raised here was a privilege indeed. It took a few years living in the US to realize what my folks had given us by dragging us kids with them to Ko‐ rea in 1956. I learned to speak Korean about the same time I did English and grew up thinking of myself as someone with an American body but a Korean soul. Maybe that’s why in June this year when I walked into the Inchon termi‐ nal and realized where I was, that I felt a wave of what could only be called pure calm……peace. Like a cool drink of water. I thought, ʹI know why they call this place ʺthe land of the morning calmʺʹ. After nearly 30 years, I was home.
if the hills could be considered rain forest. There were tractors in the fields, next to nicely kept houses. Sure, I missed the thatched roofs, but I suspect the homeowners didnʹt.
It was an enormous privilege to re‐ ceive the SFS Alum of the Year Award. Mainly because I was just plain scared to come back to Korea and would likely never have come back on my own. In my heart, I knew Korea had probably changed and I was afraid to see it. I will al‐ ways think of this award as a gift that God gave me so He could let me know that this country was going to be ok. What my folks and other mis‐ sionaries and teachers have done over the years, of which SFS played a huge part, have al‐ lowed Korea to stand on its own. Never again will a foreign power rule here and treat Koreans as slaves. This is a free During a few days traveling around country and always will the country, I noticed countless mind‐ be and, while I love the boggling changes. Seoul was clean, US, I will always feel everywhere. There were little parks more at home in the all over the city that looked like Japa‐ ʺLand of the Morning nese gardens. In a bus ride to Jesus Calmʺ. Abbey (in Kang Won Do) I marveled at how much Korea resembled the for‐ ested regions of Japan. No more barren hills. Several times, I wondered
SFS Campus_ 1975
Jesus Abbey 1975
Taechon Beach 1975
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Farewell Highlights Langston Rogde Assistant Head of School-Operations
Farewell to Langston and Linda Rogde 14 Years of Service to SFS Langston served as a Rotarian and On Saturday June 5th, 2010, a Farewell last to have been built under Langston’s supervision in addition to Board member for many years. Reception was hosted by SFS for Langston Rogde, the Assistant Head of the countless buildings and facilities A program of various speakers hon‐ School‐Operations and his wife, Linda he supervised during his term. ored Langston for his service and par‐ Rogde, the school’s Library Media ticipation in the school community. Specialist. The Rogdes dedicated 14 White canopies and linen‐covered ta‐ The surprise guest of honor was Dr. years of service to Seoul Foreign bles created a warm and bright setting. Harlan Lyso, Former Head of School, School. Many SFS faculty joined the occasion who flew in from Shanghai to share along with distinguished guests from The Reception was convened in front his experiences and appreciation of of the newest Faculty accommodations, the Rotary Club of Korea, where having worked so closely with the G‐building. This building was the Langston during his time at SFS.
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A High School student, Kelvin Benger also offered a meaningful speech in recognition of Langston’s commit‐ ment as a Discipleship Leader for a group of High School boys. A repre‐ sentative of the Rotary Club shared experiences of Langston’s support toward a variety of philanthropic pro‐ jects. Many in the community could celebrate the contributions that Langston made throughout his time with the school. Robert Black, succes‐ sor to Langston Rogde, also offered his introductory greetings to the com‐ munity as he recognized his predeces‐ sor’s departure.
had personally received hand‐crafted quilts for their newborns. The quilt commemorated all the designs which Linda had gifted others with through the years. All who took part in the event en‐ joyed the catering provided, courtesy of J&J Catering, another successful affiliation to the school, made possible through Langston. The Rogdes generously started the Rogde Family Visual & Performing Arts School fund for which the SFS Board and many others have contrib‐
uted to. SFS will miss the presence of the Rogdes on campus and the friend‐ ship that they have provided to so many. Our school has been greatly‐ blessed with the contributions of Langston & Linda. Anyone who wishes to contribute to the Rogde Endowment Fund may make a contribution online under ‘Giving’ or contact: jkang@seoulforeign.org yjum@seoulforeign.org for more information.
Another special recognition was made to Linda Rogde, who had been such a meaningful member of the SFS Community. Not only did Linda con‐ tribute her years of expertise as the Media Specialist for students, she played a significant role in the lives of many faculty women on campus who were blessed with her warmth, men‐ toring and friendship through the years. Linda was presented with a quilt from all the women faculty who
New “G” Apartment Building ribbon cutting ceremony
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Special recognition for Langston Rogde’s leadership efforts in developing new facilities & renovations
Lyso Ribbon cutting ceremony
UAC entrance
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Lyso center for Performing Arts
Lobby of
Complete construction
2000—2010 Major Growth at SFS
SFS entry without Pagoda
UAC
of the Soccer Field
SFS entry with Pagoda
Basketball court in UAC
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Message from the Board Kelly Tomhon
Dear Parents, Faculty, Staff and Alumni, I trust that your summer has been restful, joyful, and full of adventures with your children, extended families and friends. I am honored to be this year’s SFS Board Chair and I look for‐ ward to working in partnership with Dr. John Engstrom, and the School Board, to guide SFS towards its sec‐ ond century of inspiring educational excellence and promoting Christian values. Strategic Planning – “By failing to prepare, you are preparing to fail.” (Benjamin Franklin) One of the main responsibilities of the Board is to focus on strategic issues. Every five years, SFS undergoes an intense Strategic Planning effort. This fall Mr. John Littleford, a renowned consultant to independent, interna‐ tional and public schools, will facili‐
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tate our efforts to create a plan, which position. The members of the Board will guide the school’s playbook for extend their heartfelt thanks to Mrs. the next five years. In August, Mr. Mohr and Mr. Danahy for their love, Littleford captured the thoughts and dedication and support of SFS. opinions from key constituencies via Recently, the SFS Board elected the focus group sessions. In October, following officers and committee school leadership will meet to estab‐ chairs for the 2010‐2011 school year: lish strategic goals and define ways to Chair – Kelly TomHon enable those goals. Strategic Planning is an exhilarating Vice Chair – Harry Rudolph activity. It is an opportunity to think Treasurer – John Il Kwun beyond what we are today and plan Secretary – Prince Charles Oteng– Boateng for new ways to live our Mission and Academic & Personnel Chair – Paul Cho realize our Vision. By planning for Development Chair – Kyle Choi our next 5 years, we are building a bridge to SFS’ next 100 years. You Rev. Bill Majors, Mr. Peter Lundén‐ will be hearing more about the plan‐ Welden and Mr. Michael DiStasio ning efforts throughout the year. will continue their service on the SFS Board. 2010‐2011 SFS Board Members and Those who serve on the SFS Board Officers are volunteers and provide a high In June, the SFS Council appointed level of dedication and commitment Mr. Frank Shyn and Mrs. Sue‐Lynn to the SFS Mission and Vision. Please Koo to serve on the SFS School Board. express your gratitude to these who Mr. Shyn and Mrs. Koo replace seats serve so diligently. left vacant by Mrs. Tracy Mohr, 2009‐ 2010 Board Chair, and Mr. Jim Sincerely, Danahy. Mrs. Mohr repatriated back to the United States during the sum‐ Kelly TomHon mer. In consideration of expanded SFS Board Chair responsibilities and professional de‐ mands, Mr. Danahy reluctantly relin‐ quished his Board
University Acceptance Academy of Art University Alberta College of Art & Design American University American University of Beirut Amherst College Art Center College of Design The Arts Institute at Bournemouth Asbury University Austin College (2) Azusa Pacific University Babson College (5) Barnard College (2) Bates College Beloit College Bentley University (4) Bishop’s University (2) Boston College (5) Boston University (19) Brandeis University (5) Brock University Brown University Bryn Mawr College California Baptist University California College of the Arts (2) California Institute of the Arts California State University, Los Angeles Calvin College (3) Carleton University (3) Carnegie Mellon University (6) Case Western Reserve University Christopher Newport University Clarkson University (2) Columbia College Chicago Columbia University Concordia University Cornell University (2) Cornish College of the Arts Dartmouth College Davidson College Dean College Denison University Dominican University of California Drexel University Duke University Earlham College Embry Riddle Aeronautical Univ., Arizona Emory University (5) Eugene Lang College European School of Economics, London Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising, Los Angeles Gardner-Webb University George Mason University (2) The George Washington University (7) Georgetown University Georgia Institute of Technology Goucher College (2) Graceland University Grand Valley State University Guilford College Hamilton College Hampshire College (2) Haverford College
SFS CLASS OF 2010
( # of students accepted, if more than one)
University of Hawaii, Manoa Hiram College Hofstra University (2) Illinois State University Indiana University, Bloomington Johns Hopkins University Kalamazoo College King’s College London Kingston University Knox College (2) Laurentian University Lebanese American University Lehigh University Loyola University Chicago (3) Loyola University Maryland (2) Lynn University Manhattan College Maryland Institute College of Art Marymount College McGill University Michigan State University Middlebury College (2) Missouri Baptist University Mount Allison University (2) Mount Holyoke College (2) New York University (17) Northeastern University (6) Northern Illinois University Northwestern University (5) Occidental College Otis College of Art & Design Oxford College of Emory University (4) Pace University Park University Parsons School of Design (4) Pennsylvania State University, Brandywine Pennsylvania State Univ., University Park (5) Pepperdine University (5) Pratt Institute (3) Purdue University (7) Queen’s University (2) Ravensbourne College of Design & Communication Rhode Island School of Design (2) Rice University Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey San Diego State University San Francisco Art Institute San Francisco State University San Jose State University School of the Art Institute of Chicago (5) School of Visual Arts (4) Seattle Pacific University Seattle University Smith College (2) Southern Methodist University St. John’s University, New York Syracuse University (10) Temple University Texas Christian University (2) Truman State University Tufts University (4) Tulane University
United States Air Force Academy (Prep School) University College London University of Arizona University of British Columbia (3) University of California, Berkeley (3) University of California, Davis (8) University of California, Irvine (15) University of California, Los Angeles (6) University of California, Merced University of California, Riverside (4) University of California, San Diego (16) University of California, Santa Barbara (11) University of California, Santa Cruz (3) University of Chicago (2) University of East London University of Edinburgh (3) University of Illinois, Chicago University of Ill., Urbana-Champaign (7) University of Kansas University of LaVerne University of Manchester University of Mary Washington University of Maryland, College Park (4) University of Massachusetts, Amherst University of Miami (2) University of Michigan (9) University of Minnesota University of Missouri, Columbia University of North Dakota University of Oregon University of the Pacific University of Pennsylvania University of Pittsburgh University of Portland University of Prince Edward Island (2) University of Rhode Island University of San Francisco University of Southampton University of Southern California (6) University of St. Andrews The University of Texas, Austin University of Toronto (3) University of Warwick (2) University of Washington (2) University of Waterloo (2) University of Western Ontario University of Wisconsin, Madison (2) Ursinus College Valparaiso University (2) Villanova University Wake Forest University Washington State University Washington University in St. Louis Wellesley College Wesleyan University (3) Wheaton College, Illinois (2) Wheaton College, Massachusetts Wichita State University Wilfrid Laurier University Williams College 13
30 Years of Service Jack Moon offers 2010 Invocation
Would you pray with me… Lord Christ be our invited Guest as we gather today to celebrate a milestone in the lives of each senior here and in the lives of their parents. It causes us to pause and reflect on what has hap‐ pened in our lives over these past, quick 18 years. For us as parents, it seems like yesterday when we held them in our arms and gazed upon their serene faces as they slept; or played for hours on end, or read to them on the couch as they snuggled in to hear their favorite story for the umpteenth time…we honor those memories today. We remember their first steps, their first day of school, the friendships they built as they grew up…we honor those memories today. We remember their sense of accom‐ plishment when they completed a pro‐ ject. We remember the pain and tears shed when their friends moved away. We swelled with pride as they learned to cope with difficulties and heart‐ aches…We honor those memories to‐ day. We remember their dedication to developing their gifts and talents, the long nights of study to succeed at their schoolwork, the joy of taking a last exam…and we honor these memories. It is our prayer Lord that the experi‐ ences gained in these early years of 14
their lives would remind them that in spite of disappointments and heart‐ aches that have been a part of their lives thus far that they have been blessed with opportunities that the vast majority of people on this earth have not had. I would pray that their time here has not only provided them the tools to make a living, but also the framework and values to make a life.
assenting to these thoughts, we are the first to admit that all our good in‐ tentions and motivations often are eroded over time or when we are con‐ fronted with seemingly overwhelming obstacles. We need more than good intentions, and more than new resolu‐ tions. We need your help to sustain us, to pick us up when we fail, to encour‐ age us when things seem desperate.
We come here today Lord to not only celebrate this milestone but to dream of things yet to come. Beauty and suc‐ cess, position and power have become our new idols and their siren call is ever present. Help our graduates to not be so enamored by these entice‐ ments that they fail to look beyond themselves to see a world that is in desperate need of their leadership. Help them to see with their hearts, as well as their minds, the call to service, the call to care for those who are in danger and despair, the call to live responsibly in a world whose re‐ sources we increasingly plunder.
Remind us that we are called to some‐ one higher than ourselves, that we are called to partnership with you—let us not be so encumbered by our own de‐ sires that we fail to value those things that touch your heart and ultimately our lives—help us to passionately and practically embrace all that is pleasing in your sight. And so I pray for our dear seniors…
“May God bless you with discomfort at easy answers, half‐truths and super‐ ficial relationships so that you may live deep within your heart. May God bless you with anger at in‐ justice, oppression, and the exploita‐ tion of people, so that you may work Let indulgence give way to re‐ for justice, freedom and peace. sponsibility; let the accumula‐ May God bless you with tears to shed tion of riches give way to gener‐ for those who suffer pain, rejection, osity; let power give way to con‐ hunger and war, so that you may cern for others; let conceit and reach out your hand to comfort them pride give way to humility; let and to turn their pain into joy. jealousy give way to kindness; And may God bless you with enough foolishness to believe that you can let revenge give way to recon‐ make a difference in the world, so that ciliation; let harsh words give you can do what others claim cannot way to soft answers; and let be done to bring justice and kindness knowledge give way to wisdom. to all children and the poor.”
While many of us here find ourselves
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SFS 2010 ALUMNI COMMITTEE SCHOLARSHIP AWARD VIVIAN BYEON
A Language Unspoken By: Vivian Byeon Despite the beauty of language, I have found that there are many things in this world that cannot be put into words. Whatever the sentiment, whether it be joy, love, pain, or anticipation, there has al‐ ways been a limitation on how much I could truly express. And even if I could say the words in English, there would always be people, like my own parents, who would be unable to understand what I was saying. Frustrated with this con‐ straint in verbal communication, I ex‐ plored other avenues of dialogue and as a result, discovered music and song. Like most people, I initially chose to try to find meaning in a song through its lyrics. Yet, with the finite and fixed semiotics of language, I felt a void of emo‐ tion. As a naïve teenager, it was hard for me to relate to the stories of unfaithful‐ ness, angst, fated love, and heartache pre‐ sented in these songs. And even when a relatable experience existed, I found that it still wasn’t my story; in essence, I was singing someone else’s words, and there was no room to put in anything of myself. It was during this time of futilely trying to find some way of conveying my own personal meaning, of allowing my‐ self to transcend the limitations of other people’s words and signification, that I ascertained the secret. It was last year before going on stage to sing for my school’s annual talent show. I hadn’t cho‐ sen a song until that week and I was tired and nervous about singing something that I hadn’t practiced in front of the en‐ tire school. I again tried to find meaning in the song by sitting in a practice room,
isolated from society and its noise, chant‐ ing the words until they were ingrained into memory. But still, the words meant nothing; there was something there, some‐ thing in the song that I connected with intimately, but I just could not place where or what it was. It was then that I had a mo‐ mentary flashback to my orchestra class with Mr. Natzke my freshman year. He loved music and loved to teach. You could see it in his face that he thought of us not as students, but as equals who wanted to make music as much as he did. But, I specifically remembered one day when he was displeased with the way that we were playing. This struck me as strange because we were playing all the right notes, at the right times. What could possibly be wrong? But then he said something that I will always remember.
“Sometimes its not about what is on the page, but how you bring it to life. Music is not about the notes or words. Its about what you can make the other people listening to you feel and see.” So, I decided to just immerse my‐ self in the music. Even in my panicked state, my senses drowned out the lyrics and started to concentrate on the music’s eccentricities. Even ignoring the main melody, I started to listen to little pockets of sound within the music. All of a sud‐ den, a connection formed: the syncopa‐ tion in the bass line tugged at my heart‐ strings, while little trills of the soprano sent me to outer space. Within these idyl‐ lic idiosyncrasies, I found not only what I was singing, but also who was singing it. Going up on stage, I realized that the words of the song were not the only means of communication. In fact, I discov‐
ered that the way that I sang told my story, even if the words did not. The con‐ trol I had over the pitch, tone, and volume as well as the tempo, key, and style of the song gave me so many ways to clearly express my emotions that mere words became unimportant.
I didn’t win the talent show, but I did win something far more substantial: a clear understanding of how to express myself. And more than that, I learned that I could communicate without grandi‐ ose words and deep metaphorical lan‐ guage. I realize now that a connection already exists between the world and me: it’s the simple, sometimes ignored aspects that we all have in common which bind us. With a small smile, a subtle gesture of my hands, a universal laugh, I can say everything that I need to say. It was this school and the experi‐ ences that I’ve had while attending SFS that taught me the importance of express‐ ing who I am and what I represent through what I do. I’ve been taught that my actions show the world who I am much more effectively than anything I could possibly say. And as I prepare to go off to college, I believe that this unspoken language that exists between me and the rest of the world will be a tool that I can use to my advantage in the future, one that will definitely help me be a good am‐ bassador for SFS in the future. 15
Toma Kobayashi Class of 2010 Valedictorian
“YouTube” where we wasted so much time this year, and watched some video clips of valedictorian speeches. Well, it was not a good idea at all. First, I spent so much time on it, as always. Second, they were all amazing! The speech is supposed to be unique, funny, inspiring, and memorable, or people will remember you for an awful speech. But, I real‐ ized one good thing about this speech. It is the biggest chance I have to tell you all what I think and what I think can be fixed. I don’t think I can make this speech funny, or make it very unique. But, what I can do is share my per‐ When I was told that I was the valedic‐ sonal experiences with you and give you torian and that I would have to prepare honest advice of what I believe would this speech, I had to think what kind of be useful as you continue to study in speech I should give. So I googled high school or college. “valedictorian speech” as we have done Before coming to SFS, I had always at‐ for every homework assignment to see tended Japanese public schools, and of course I had always spoken Japanese to what was expected. To get even better my friends. So, when I started to attend ideas for the speech, I decided to visit SFS about 4 years ago, I could not talk with anybody besides Japanese students. A typical conversation I would have had at the time would go like, “What’s your name?” And I’d say, “My name is Toma Kobayashi.” Then, they would ask, “How are you?” So I’d say, “I’m fine, thank you, and you?” regardless of my condition as that was the only answer to that question I knew. After that, the questions became harder, well, impossi‐ ble to hear, and so I would respond without knowing the questions “yes”, “no”, “maybe”, or “I don’t know”. For example, one could ask “where do you live”, and my best response would be “I don’t know”, but I might have said, “no” or “maybe”. If someone had been asked if he/she thought there was any chance for me to be the valedictorian 4 years later, they would have definitely 16 Kayla Moon
said no. But I made my effort. I always aimed for the top, and worked pretty hard. SFS and all of its community helped encourage me and fulfill my po‐ tential. I know a lot of you have things you want to accomplish, but because you think you can’t possibly achieve them, you give up. No, don’t do that. You all have the potential to become the most valuable player in a sport or win an award, or whatever you choose. Dream big, because there is nothing to stop you from achieving that goal, but yourself.
Evan Yi If you have the courage to pursue a dream no matter what tries to stop you, you can achieve it. If an ESL student, like myself can become the valedictorian, you CAN do whatever you want, if you work hard. If you feel hopeless, make efforts until you have hope again. Be‐ lieve in yourself, because I know you can do it. But, I must admit, even when you have made some effort, it some‐ times seems like it’s hopeless and you can’t do anything to help yourself. April of 2010 was the worst month ever, by far, in my life. I am a little embarrassed to tell you about this, but due to financial situations and other factors, none of the colleges I applied to initially accepted me although some colleges accepted me later on.
Graduation Highlights & Awards Valedictorian ‐ Toma Kobayashi Salutatorian ‐ Christopher Richardson Alumnus of the Year ‐ Dr. David Livingston Alumni Committee Scholarship Award ‐ Vivian Byeon Scholar-Athlete Award ‐ Toma Kobayashi IB Senior Award ‐ Suzie Kil Fine Arts-Scholar Award ‐ Kayla Moon Seoul Foreign School Award ‐ Leah Chung It broke my heart, and it seemed to me as if life was all about money and luck. I thought efforts meant nothing, and trying hard was just pointless. This past spring, during my last APAC soc‐ cer tournament, I injured myself, so I could not finish my final APAC, or play in my last KAIAC tournament two weeks after APAC, or play to the best of my ability in the base volleyball tournament. I was devastated. I didn’t know what to do, because doing any‐ thing seemed pointless because life seemed to be so unfair. I was about to shut myself off from everybody and everything, and sulk in the corner of my room. But there was one thing that did not leave me no matter what happened. I know it sounds cliché, but my friends stayed with me, comforted me, and even cried for me when I needed them. They shared my bad memories, and helped me overcome the difficulties I had to face. That was the worst mo‐ ment of my lifetime. I lost a lot, but also it was the best moment, because I realized I had such good friends who could help me in the toughest times. I was happier to know that I had true friends than to know that I was the
valedictorian or MVP in volleyball. At times, I know it seems as if college applications are eve‐ rything you need to work for in high school. You stay up late into the night working on home‐ work and essays, or you join the speech and debate team be‐ cause it is going to look good on your applications. But guess what? That is not the only thing you should be focusing on. It is more impor‐ tant to have awesome friends who can help you get through your life, than to get into a really good college. Because you know what, you may have to experience something you could never bear by yourself. So I’ll tell you all right now, studying is very important, getting into colleges is important, but do not forget, making friends and building good relationships is the most impor‐ tant thing to do in high school and throughout your life. Last but not least,
Chris Richardson Class of 2010 Salutatorian
I would like to thank everybody who has supported this class of 2010 to get through high school. I would like to thank our families for your support. I would like to thank our teachers for the education. And finally, I would like to thank all of the students for making our life better. 17
Vietnam Service Trip Cathi Wiebusch & Mark Altmann
SFS students worked on projects es‐ tablished by the LCMS (Lutheran Church Missouri Synod) World Mis‐ sion in collaboration with the Viet‐ namese National Institute of Nutri‐ tion. We spent two days digging an irrigation ditch and visiting poor farmers in a commune in Phu Tho province (northwest of Hanoi), and then spent a whole day helping to teach English to first year university students. It was a fabulous trip and the stu‐ dents were one of the best groups I have ever taken away in 23 years of teaching. The LCMS staff told me that having hosted SFS students for the past two years, they are extremely impressed with our school and are more than happy to continue to host our service trip in future years. The students have decided they will fund‐ raise to buy a cow for one of the farm‐ ers we met ‐ he is very ill and had to sell his cow to buy medication. He is
now living on $100 a year and having The SFS group was touched by this to support a wife and three daughters. family’s need, and were able to do‐ His son, working in Ha Noi, is trying nate funds to buy this family a new to support the family, but they are cow (about 400USD). struggling. The stu‐ dents were moved by their encounter with this family and plan to raise the $400 to buy a cow so that this man is able to help his family. It is an awesome oppor‐ tunity that SFS gives us to take students on such meaningful trips. 18
The gift will be dispersed through the local women’s union who nor‐ mally administer our microcredit project. And, as usual, the family will be expected to pay back the loan with the birth of the first calf, after which time they will keep their cow and reap the benefits of future calves. Mr. Kien was ecstatic about this gift and expressed his thanks both to LCMS WM and to SFS. We hope and pray that this generous
gift from SFS will be a blessing to this family for years to come! Many thanks to the stu‐ dents and faculty of Seoul Foreign School! On Friday, July 30th, 2010 LCMS WM representatives, along with our partners at the Na‐ tional Institute of Nutrition, traveled to Dieu Luong commune to meet
with the Kien family as well as local government officials. We were happy to present the gift to the fam‐ ily on behalf of SFS.
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Summer SFS Faculty Reunion - Yakima, Washington, 2010
FORMER SFS TEACHERS GATHER FOR A FUN‐PACKED WEEKEND Every school day at SFS hundreds of teachers, staff, and administrators greet each other in the hallways, pause for a short chat occasionally, and then move on to whatever duty is ahead of them. Of necessity, these conversa‐ tions are usually short due to dedi‐ cated people with lots to do. Rarely, however, has a group of more than five to ten former teachers gathered for any kind of a reunion, but just such a happening took place at the home of Harlan and Mary LYSO FA/FT in mid‐ July when 90 teachers, some with their families, joined together for a weekend
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of reminiscing, updating, renewing old haps something like “the wave” was acquaintances and making new friends, then executed by those who had al‐ playing golf, swimming, rafting, fish‐ ready arrived. Every person felt ing and, oh yes, lots and lots of good warmly welcomed; warmly beyond food! Harlan and Mary along with their the 100 degree temperatures we ex‐ children, Theresa LYSO ZIMMER ’91 perienced over the weekend. CT and her husband, Tom ZIMMER CT and children, and Amos LYSO ’93, There was no end to the conversation. were fantastic hosts for this event, an It was fun to be a part of a small group, idea long overdue says this former SFS and then eavesdrop a bit and hear bits and pieces of what another group was faculty member and former Alumni saying close by. How lovely to meet Coordinator. Alan and Colleen HOSKIN who flew in from New Zealand, hear that Larry The Lysos’ home is situated in such a and Patti KEARNEY were headed to way to allow those gathered on the Ankara, Turkey for teaching jobs in a patio to see every new arrival from some distance. A combination Korean‐ month, greet Dr. James and Dawn American greeting of bowing and per‐ DOLAN, reminisce with J.P.‘79 and
Helen RADER as well as June BYRD ’81 and Jim MILLIKEN about high school days at SFS, welcome Beth CARLSON with her husband and daughter who were just returning from Mauritius, Dorothy TRENT still giving piano lessons, to see Joon and Esther MYONG with Esther relaxing a bit as she contemplates beginning a year’s leave, Michael and Christina JOHNSON preparing for a new as‐ signment in Venezuela, and the list goes on… and on… The world was well‐represented during that weekend in Washington State. Surely such gatherings will be held again and again on some type of regu‐ lar basis in the future, perhaps in a more convenient location though the Lysos’ home was the perfect venue for this first gathering, and no one seemed to think it wasn’t well worth the effort to get there. SFS continues to be a strong bond for so many of us and, though we leave SFS and spread throughout the world, it only takes a minute to pick up right where we left off and renew that fellowship and special SFS “spirit” that exists at the school and within us wherever we may be. Thank you to the Lyso Family for being such wonderful hosts and now we’ve added yet more great memories of our SFS lives. Ruth RICTHER, FT
The event that took place during the week‐ end of July 9, 10, and 11 warmed my heart. Ap‐ proximately 90 current and former SFS “family” members gathered at the home of Harlan and Mary Lyso for a wonderfully nos‐ talgic reunion. Laugh‐ ter, hugs, and even a “ Throughout our long history with few joyful tears filled the space all around us as we reminisced about our SFS we have always appreciated the remarkable sense of community gen‐ wonderful years at SFS, where the spirit of community in the truest sense erated by the faculty. When teachers leave SFS they often confirm that they of the word, lives on. What became abundantly clear is that once you be‐ love their new jobs, but cannot repli‐ come a SFSer, you remain one for life. cate the community feel that existed at Esther MYONG, CT SFS. It was amazing to see that sense of community reignited at the reun‐ ion, with teachers who left SFS years ʺWhat an amazing and meaningful weekend! Reconnecting with former ago easily connecting with current SFS community members. It was a real faculty, meeting teachers who were tribute to that special sense of commu‐ here before I came in ʹ94, and also nity to have SFS “family” fly in from hanging out with current faculty, it was evident that we all shared a com‐ around the world to spend a weekend mon bond: Our love for SFS and all it together. Mary and I were truly stands for as an inclusive commu‐ blessed to be able to host such a fun‐ nity. Thanks, Harlan and Mary, for filled event.” making this possible. This weekend Best wishes on the new year. Will be proved that, Once a Crusader, Always a eager to follow plans for the centen‐ Crusader!ʺ nial as they come together.” Take care, Harlan LYSO, FA Chuck KRUGLER, CT
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ALUMNI CAMPUS VISITS
Liz BUTTERFIELD ’80 and Anne BUTTERFIELD Young ’77 visited the
On Thursday, June 3 10 Alumni, David BLACK ‘06, George RUDOLPH ‘07, Meganne BENGER ‘09, Natalie STALLINGS ‘09, Brittney RADER ‘09 Paul BLACK ‘08, Melissa MOON ‘07 Annie YUN ‘09, Kathleen BAREN‐ NES‘07, Aaron KEARNEY ‘09 visited the SFS campus.
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campus on May 13th on a week trip to Seoul with her mom. The two sisters were long time missionary students at SFS and also a classmate of Edie Rader MOON ’77. Anne was thrilled to be reconnected with Edie since their graduation in 1977. Liz and Anne have visited Seoul a few times after graduat‐
“SFS was a loving, nur‐ turing community full of incredible teachers and students who in‐ spired me to live a life full of learning, crea‐ tivity, and faithful‐ ness.” Melissa MOON ‘07 “SFS has always been an incredibly warm place filled with caring people. SFS has been a part of my family and has encour‐ aged me to pursue my goals and stay strong in my faith.” Kathleen BARENNES ‘07
ing from SFS but was amazed to see the recent developments of the campus since their last visit to Seoul. They shared a lot of historical memories of the 1970s when they were at SFS, the prom, classmates and former teachers. Their sister Susan BUTTERFIELD ’78 passed away from stomach cancer in June 2, 2009. They have another sister Lori BUTTERFIELD Glass ’84 but she didn’t visit SFS.
Strength, Faith, Serenity Brittney RADER ‘09 “To me, SFS means Home, it’s where I was born, grew up, and learned how to love, share, learn and live.” Aaron KEARNEY ‘09
Carol KIM Song ’99 visited SFS on June 8th, 2010. She is currently married and is a Kindergarten teacher at “Waiale School” in Honolulu, Hawaii. Carol was happy to see Mrs. Edie Moon at SFS. They both have a very special relationship, where Edie sang at her wed‐ ding. Carol also picked up two of her old musical pictures frames that were going to be on disposal from the storage room. Carol remembers herself being very much involved in all musicals, drama and moonlight during her years at SFS.
On Wednesday August 25th, Sally CORNELSON‐Watkins ’75 visited the campus with her 13 year old daughter, Ivy. It was Sally’s first visit back to Seoul in 17 years. Sally remi‐ nisced about her experiences being a Soccer player (Goalie) and games against the Seoul American School. Sally reconnected with Edie Moon (current Director for Drama, Class of ’74) and both shared all sorts of wonderful stories and also about experiences at Taechon Beach and having cabins that were next to one another. Sally along with her sib‐ lings, John, Jimmy, Joy and Steve,
were all born in Pusan and alumni of SFS. Both her parents Barbara and the late Jim Cornelson, were Missionaries for TEAM Mission during their years here. Sally’s fa‐ ther, Jim Cornelson was also an SFS Board member for many years. Sally was amazed to recognize the familiar, natural surroundings on the SFS cam‐ pus despite the great changes all throughout the campus grounds. She
was moved to see the trees which had grown in all the areas which she had once played in. Sally was also headed for a trip to the Taechon Beach where her family enjoyed cabin accommoda‐ tions when she was a child.
Recapturing Memories of Yesterday example, Mrs. Kearney, who encour‐ aged me to run for student council president in spite of my fear of public speaking. Through the grace of God, that year I became the president of the student council. There were also many other teachers, who’ve continu‐ ously encouraged me with their pa‐ tience and guidance, and friends, who’ve taught me the importance of Looking back at my time at SFS, it teamwork. Even in college, there have prepared me more than well for col‐ lege. I am very grateful to my teach‐ been times when I wanted to give up. However, like my experiences in high ers for what I’ve been taught, the great people I’ve met and the incom‐ school, God showed me once again parable experiences and opportunities that He had placed his people around me, whether it be new teachers or it has given me. friends, in order to encourage me to When I was a student attending SFS, persevere in this race. Likewise, God there were many times when I felt so has placed these people around you. overwhelmed because of the work‐ Therefore based on my experiences, I load and the competitive nature of encourage that while you’re in SFS, our class. But even during those find your passion, cherish the mo‐ times, I have now come to realize that ments, and persevere in your race. Do God had placed His people around not fear what will come, because me to support and help me in unex‐ whether you realize it or not, He is pected ways. Now as I look back, and will be with you forever. these were the seemingly little things that in fact, mattered the most. For I’m an SFS alumnus who graduated in the class of ‘08. Currently, I’m pur‐ suing a degree in human biology at Michigan State University. I’m plan‐ ning to become a doctor who can get involved in mission work and give hope to people around different parts of the globe.
God bless you, Joseph Sang Hak Chu “I have posted watchmen on your walls, O Jerusalem; they will never be silent day or night. You who call on the LORD, give yourselves no rest, and give him no rest till he estab‐ lishes Jerusalem and makes her the praise of the earth.” Isaiah 62: 6~7 23
Alumni Notes 1960s Please note the e‐mail correction for Susan Hill MOORE ’62, suzyhm@live.com Here are Martha J. VAN LIEROP VALASEK ’72 and Peter VAN LIEROP ‘61 wearing the SFS Alumni T‐shirts.
vacation to Alaska where we had a great time and did a lot of salmon fishing. Both my brother, Jeff and my sister Paula and their families went along with our parents Bill and Marcella Buhlig.”
1980s
Ann KNUTSON, FA to the SFS Head and created that job wrote to let us know that Kellee KNUTSON ʹ87* had breast cancer several years ago, but believes the prognosis is very good. Kellee has just successfully completed a 60 mile walk for the cure. Ann at‐ tended the closing ceremonies and said that it was very exciting and emo‐ tional. Minnesota raised over 6 mil‐ lion dollars for breast cancer research. 1970s Kellee had a taped knee and several Dr. David LIVINGSTON ‘72* , visited blisters, but was in very good spir‐ Korea and SFS’s campus to receive the its. Thank you to those of you who ‘Alum of the Year Award’ in June. helped her financially to do the walk and to those of you who have been praying for her. Kelly RIEMER Cusick‘81 has pro‐ duced a helpful video for all drivers to see. ALARMING STATISTICS SHOW:
Paula BUHLIG Waterman ‘76 , Jeff BUHLIG, Karen BUHLIG West (siblings and all former SFS students) wrote about their recent family vacation. “Jim and I (Karen) and two of our three sons went on a recent
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From left Paula, Jeff and Karen
17 American teens lose their lives every day in car crashes. 77% of teen crashes involve avoidable driver errors. Due to these alarming statistics, this video may be of assistance to many alum and potential “help” to high school students who are learning to drive a car. These statistics can be changed… Research indicates that close parental management of teen drivers can lead to less risky behav‐ ior, fewer traffic tickets and fewer crashes. How can you play an im‐ portant role in saving your teen’s
life? Educate them. The Drive Safe Ride Safe instructional video: http://drivesaferidesafe.com/
Former Teachers Alice E. SMITH, FT has released a childrenʹs paperback book titled “UNDER THE EYE OF THE MAG‐ PIE”. The setting of this fiction mys‐ tery book for ʺtweensʺ is at Seoul For‐ eign School. My secret desire is that students at Seoul Foreign Elementary and Middle School would discover this book on their reading lists! Take at look! A video trailer for the book is posted on YouTube. The book is sold online at Amazon.com or Barnesand‐ noble.com. Email Alice allicesaddress@yahoo.com with any questions you may have. Mrs. Hedi HAHM FT would like to hear from SFS’ers, feel free to email her at: hedihahm@hotmail.com
Fall Seoul Alumni Please note that on Wednesday, October 13th, 2010 Dr. John Engstrom, Head of School will be hosting a Fall Reunion at his residence (located on SFS campus). Formal invitations will be sent via mail, email and additional information will also be posted on our website at: http://alumni.seoulforeign.org
In memoriam
James SPRAKE ‘11*, age 17,died on July 12, 2010, while on family holi‐ day in Malaysia. He was a junior in SFS high school (brother of Ben, Y9 and Alex, also in the HS) The autopsy confirmed that James drowned while snorkeling. Please keep the family, James’ friends and our community in your prayers as we all process this devas‐ tating news. While James had trans‐ ferred to school in Shanghai for the next school year, his passing will be deeply felt by our community. He will be missed. James was a talented photographer, a popular young man who was respectful and sincere. He will perhaps be best remembered by some for his skateboarding adven‐ tures, but for many he will be re‐ membered for who he was – a loyal friend to many students whose promising life has been tragically cut short. Neil O’DONNELL ’76* passed away on Aug 15, 2010 after being diag‐ nosed with cancer 3 months earlier. Neil attended elementary school at SFS from 1966‐70. His father was the first country director of the US Peace Corps in Korea. Four of Neil’s older siblings graduated from SFS (Kevin
and Susan 1968; John and Michael 1970) Neil would have been in the class of 1976. His younger sister Maura would have been in the class of 1975. Neilʹs last year at SFS was in Miss Marlene Beckʹs Sixth Grade Class. Neil was the former owner of Canary Travel. He recently worked at the Board of Elections and O’Donnell & Associates. Imogene CLEGG FT informed us that Alvis B. CLEGG Jr. died June 23, 2010. He was born October 22, 1930 in Lee County, NC. Alvisʹs early em‐ ployment was with Sanford Radio Co. and Buchananʹs TV. He served six years with Battery ʺCʺ, 130th AAA of the NC National Guard and schooled in electronics at Fort Sill, Oklahoma. Following graduation from Tri‐State University, Angola, Indiana, he was employed by the Central Intelligence Agency and spent an exciting and rewarding ca‐ reer across five continents. During his career with the CIA, Alvis was the recipient of the Intelligence Star, the Career Intelligence medal, and numerous citations for outstanding service. Following his retirement from the Agency, Alvis was em‐ ployed for nine years with North Carolina State University, Raleigh,
NC, in campus data communications. Alvis was a member of Woodhaven Baptist Church in Apex, NC. His body is being donated to Duke Uni‐ versity Medical Center for anatomi‐ cal research. Linda BELDING ’94 FB was the Chair of the SFS Board for several years in the early ʹ90s. She was a wonderful person much loved by the faculty, had two children who at‐ tended SFS (the other two were older when they moved to Korea), and one of them, Sharon, graduated from SFS in 1994. Linda Belding’s death at 62 came suddenly, but peacefully at home. On June 21, Rick BELDING lost his wife, best friend, and mother of their four great children, one day short of 42 years of marriage. A life‐ long learner, avid reader, and in‐ spired teacher, Linda grew up in Minnesota, helped lead her high school student council, and began her higher education at Stanford Uni‐ versity, where she met Rick. They raised their children in Cincinnati, Palo Alto, Santa Rosa, and Seoul, South Korea. She studied through the University of Maryland, Sonoma State University, and Yonsei Univer‐ sity in Seoul. Always active in edu‐ cation, she served both as the Board Chair of the Seoul Foreign School and as an English teacher at Mont‐ gomery High School. She enthusias‐ tically dedicated her life to family, God, and learning. In fall 2000, she had a brain aneurysm bleed and sur‐ gery. For the next ten years, she spent her energy recovering and learning new ways of experiencing the world, her family, and grandchil‐ dren. 25
CENTENNIAL CELEBRATIONS ARE ON THE WAY! An exciting variety of events are currently being planned for our upcoming Centennial Anniversary. We will be sending out various flyers, publications and continuously updating our website within the next couple of months to encourage you to SAVE THE DATE and to help you schedule your trips to join our school community in a year filled with fond memories and joyous occasions . The celebrations will take place between August 2011 until May 2012. We will be kicking off a year of 100th celebrations the third week of August. It will be a wonderful opportunity for you to reconnect with other SFS Alumni, experience the school campus and meet with stu‐ dents who are currently a part of the school’s community and mission since it was first established in 1912.
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A Senior’s Farewell Wrap to Korea
When I wake, wombs at twi‐ light and hold I will miss your distant the world in Matt Clarke, Joe Tessy, Kayla Moon & Matthew Park horns sound‐ quiet with their ing off in the fresh springs calm. and buzzing When I sleep, trees with the thousand poems I will miss the damp sweetness of etched into their rock. I will miss your lavender night. July, and the silent freeze of De‐ I will miss your sunsets of saffron cember. And I will miss your country roads and fire. and the roar they carry through the I will miss your days of jaundiced I will miss your 학생s standing meld of ginseng fields, rice patties wind and clouded sky. and hills. in rows in subways and the open I will miss your clear days when street with their pressed navy suits mountains hang over buildings like and skirts that furl across girls’ And I will miss the slice of moon a memory and wind peels back the knees like paper fans. piercing your starless night. clouds and turns the air frigid as And I will miss the rolling coo of the world lies naked on its back your summer doves, and the elec‐ I will miss fresh vegetables being tric pulse of cicadas in July. sold on sidewalks, lines of dried I will miss your deaf‐mutes selling fish hanging on the road and beer Who could ever forget your storms 호떡 and your blind and legless in sold from carts. of cherry blossoms petals in April subways and main streets with and your thousand lemon stars of their music that always threads I will miss your quiet teens and 개나리 in March? something buried forty‐something your quiet thirty‐somethingʹs. And I will always miss your old years ago to the surface. men and women with voices like Who could ever cast aside your bronze clanging on hot summer thin black trees like soft brush I will miss your 할머니s with their strokes and the curved places flowers and hesitant sticks of gum. days. where your streets converge? I will miss your trash collectors I will miss your teahouses. yoked to rusted frames and shards I will miss your alleys. To me, you will always be like your of cardboard. I will miss your PC’s and DVD’s days when rain falls down in jag‐ ged sheets and gusts weave I will miss seeing a small boy wan‐ and 노래s. through the soft azure haze that I will miss your crimson neon dering six blocks from home and rests over your streets. knowing he’ll be alright. crosses, humming through the night like hymns of the unknown. I will miss your restaurants with Matthew Park clammy tables and plastic stools, I will miss your mountains, Class of 2010 with propane gas fires and four‐ bold, steadfast and reticent, dollar meat. as they pull the sun into their