The K-Connectors program, run by K-Academic Diffusion Research Center, is making significant strides. Recently, the 10 teams participating in the program submitted their project proposals and engaged in discussions with the program's operations office about the Korean Studies significance of their projects. As a result, each team either refined their proposals or prepared to move forward with their projects.

On May 27th, INHA University's 60th Anniversary Hall hosted a 'Gathering Day' where teams presented their project ideas. Each team gave a brief, impactful presentation within three minutes, explaining their plans and answering detailed questions from the moderator to further define their project direction. Teams also explored potential collaborations with others working on similar topics and discussed strategies to mitigate risks during their projects.

The event also facilitated various collaborative opportunities beyond the team presentations. For example, projects targeting students on campus during the break were expanded into integrated initiatives, while off-campus experiential projects were offered solutions to reduce costs and resource needs. Projects focused on online promotion benefited from interactions with content experts, leading to more polished results. Through these collaborations and idea exchanges, the K-Connectors program plays a vital role in advancing Korean Studies on the global stage.