International Students Share Their Learning Experiences: Anahit Aharonyan

Q: Have you found any classes at CNU particularly interesting?
A: One of the interesting classes is "American Society." Despite its name, we also discuss examples from all around the world, including Korea and other countries. The professor is very nice and seems highly knowledgeable. The way he conducts the class is really engaging, and my classmates are also cool.

Q: Are there any differences between the classes of your home university and CNU?
A: There are significant differences between my college and here. My college has smaller classes and heavier workloads, with weekly essays and extensive reading assignments. In contrast, classes here typically have fewer assessments. However, both settings share a discussion-based approach with professors able to dedicate more time to individual students due to small class sizes.

Q: What has been impressive about education in South Korea?
A: I was surprised by the dedication to studying in Korea, evident even before classes began as students prepared for exams and did extra work. This emphasis on studying for success seems ingrained in Korean culture, contrasting with my experience in the U.S. The focused atmosphere in Korean libraries, unlike the noisy environment in my college's library, allows for efficient studying. Observing others' diligent study habits motivates me to study harder as well.