Dr. Hye Sook Wang

Associate Professor

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Biography

Hye-Sook Wang is an Associate Professor in the Department of East Asian Studies at Brown University, specializing in English language linguistics and the acquisition of Korean as a second language. She holds a Ph.D. in English Language Linguistics from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Her primary research interests include sociolinguistics, cross-cultural communication, applied linguistics, especially focusing on the dynamics of acquiring Korean as a foreign language, and the integration of culture into language teaching. Wang actively engages in curriculum development and has authored several books on Korean language education, including works that link language learning with societal and cultural contexts. She has also been a significant contributor to the field through editorial roles, including serving as Editor-in-Chief of ‘Korean Language America.’ Wang’s work is grounded in exploring the nuances of language learning, including gender differences and politeness in intercultural communication. In addition to her research, she teaches a variety of Korean language and culture courses at Brown University.

Research Interests

Awards

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Cultural Merit Medal

2023-10-09

Courses

Korean Culture and Society Media Korean Korean Vision: A Debate Korean Culture Film Language, Culture, Society: Korea Advanced Korean Business Korean

Requirements for Brown University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GRE General
TOEFL
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Undergraduate degree in Economics or related field
Application Checklist
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Specialization Notes

Department: Department of Economics