Jiyoon Yeam

Jiyoon

University of Birmingham, UK

Introduction

Kia Ora!

My name’s Jiyoon, and I’m super excited to rep Tāmaki while studying at the University of Birmingham.

I am currently a second year BA student majoring in Philosophy & Psychology. Although my studies are largely centred around career prospects, I am consistently drawn to the idea of radical, creative reimagining in academia. I am particularly interested in theology, philosophy of mental health, and postcolonial studies. 

During my time abroad, I hope to explore and analyse my intersectionality positioned within the Korean diaspora. I hope to make meaningful connections, and implement my learnings in a different cultural context. Most of all, I hope to come away with, and extend inspiration.

Can’t wait to share my journey with you all!!

  • Brum Diaries #1

    As my first month in the UK draws to a close, this seems a fitting time to take a breather and reflect on my time thus far. Appropriately, it also happens to be the week I’ve decided to finally unpack my two large suitcases: organise my clothes drawers, clear my sprawled desk of miscellaneous items,…Continue…