A warm welcome to our new PhD students

Please join us in welcoming our new PhD students Cassie Kropp and Eva Richards!!

Cassie Kropp graduated from Queensland University of Technology with a degree in Drama and Monash University with a degree in Global Studies. Cassie commenced her studies with Monash Korean Studies Research Hub on 19th August 2024, and is conducting a Master of Research titled 'Queer Identities in the South Korean Military'. This study aims to explore the experiences of Queer South Korean men and their experiences with mandatory military service.

Eva Richards is a Monash university Korean studies graduate who has returned to study for her PhD after completing her masters degree at Yonsei University in Seoul. Eva commenced her studies with Monash Korean Studies Research Hub in August 2024. She is researching gender dynamics and sexuality, specifically in the Korean context, as well as the experiences of Korean feminists in particular.