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Call for Papers:
13th Annual Korea University Graduate Student Conference
Perspectives on Korean History: From Inside Out, From Outside In.
Korea University, Seoul, South Korea
July 8th ~ July 9th, 2026
The Korea University Institute for Global Humanities Research and Collaboration is pleased to announce the 13th Annual Korea University Graduate Student (KUGS) Conference. The KUGS Conference invites graduate students from around the world conducting research in Asian studies to submit abstracts for our 2026 conference. An annual forum for the exchange of ideas and discussion of current research, the conference will be held at Korea University's Seoul Campus and offers young scholars the opportunity to present their work to both peers and eminent scholars, build connections with researchers in related fields, and gain valuable experience in academic presentation and discussion.
The 13th Annual KUGS Conference invites submissions under the theme, "Perspectives on Korean History: From Inside Out, From Outside In." We welcome papers covering any period in history, with a primary focus on work that situates Korean history within global narratives and illuminates its universal significance through rigorous historical analysis and interpretation. We also welcome submissions in Asian Studies more broadly that offer meaningful comparative perspectives in relation to Korean history. The ultimate goal of the 2026 conference is to create a vibrant academic space in which emerging researchers—equipped with creative and innovative ideas—can investigate and share diverse perspectives on Korean history.
The conference is organized over two days. On the first day, graduate students will present and discuss papers drawn from submitted manuscripts. The second day will feature a special session bringing together leading scholars to discuss current trends and new directions in Korean and Asian studies. We sincerely encourage your participation and look forward to a broad scholarly attendance.
Eligibility and Application Guidelines:
1. Applicants must be currently enrolled in a program of graduate study (“postgraduate” in British degree classification systems).
2. Papers must be related to Asian studies, mainly Korean, Chinese, and Japanese studies.
3. Abstracts must be submitted in English, no longer than 250 words.
4. Deadline for abstract submission: Friday, April 17th, 2026, 5:00 p.m. Korean Standard Time.
Email submissions to: koreahistoryconference@gmail.com.
5. Please include your name, program of graduate study, and contact information with your abstract submission.
Successful applicants will be notified of acceptance by the end of April.
Inquiries:
For general conference and abstract submission inquiries, please contact:
Korea University Institute for Global Humanities and Research and Collaboration
+82)2-3290-5385
koreahistoryconference@gmail.com.
