I am a student in the Visionary Practice and Regenerative Leadership doctoral program at Southwestern College, where I study the impact of engaging with traditional heritage art on healing. I envision a world where people can heal from colonial trauma by building connections through experiences with arts from their various identities. I study this as a multi-racial Korean American woman who was raised in Maine and divorced from my Korean heritage.
Since 2020, I’ve been on a journey of identity reconciliation by engaging in therapy to work on healing my racial trauma. Part of this therapy includes exploring my Korean heritage. Being stuck at home during COVID, I took Korean language lessons and, as an art lover, explored the art programs that were provided as well. My work in diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging led to my application into the doctoral program at Southwestern.
As an experienced generalist, I have a background in corporate social responsibility, education, nonprofit management, and the arts. I am proud to be an accomplished speaker, mentor, writer, artist, and perpetual student.
When I’m not working, researching, or studying, I enjoy exploring the community for the best local restaurants and shops. My favorite place is my room that I have created into a gallery space and is frequented by my sister, our partners, and our 7 pets. I’m always working on a new art project, exploring different mediums and techniques. I love to read especially books that are written by Asian and other underrepresented authors.
I’m always interested in connecting with others that are working on related projects.
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