Liberal Arts (Multidisciplinary) Majors Seminar Presentations
The Power of K-Pop
Academic Level at Time of Presentation
Junior
Major
Public Relations and International Studies
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Marcie Hinton, PhD.
Presentation Format
Oral Presentation
Abstract/Description
This presentation examines the concept of soft power and nation branding by looking at South Korean pop music (K-Pop). It explores the use of K-Pop during the PyeongChang 2018 Winter Olympics to support the South Korean nation brand. By examining the history of K-Pop through the lense of “soft power as a legitimate public diplomacy tool,” the scholar is in the process of discovering its effect on international relations.
Spring Scholars Week 2018 Event
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The Power of K-Pop
This presentation examines the concept of soft power and nation branding by looking at South Korean pop music (K-Pop). It explores the use of K-Pop during the PyeongChang 2018 Winter Olympics to support the South Korean nation brand. By examining the history of K-Pop through the lense of “soft power as a legitimate public diplomacy tool,” the scholar is in the process of discovering its effect on international relations.