We welcome individual papers, full panels, roundtables, and workshops. Submit your proposal for WAHS 2026.
Cheju Halla University, Jeju Island, South Korea
May 28–30, 2026
Theme: Cultural Dynamism in the Digital Age—Toward a Universal Theory of Pop Culture Globalization
The World Association for Hallyu Studies (WAHS) invites submissions for its 2026 World Congress, which seeks to develop a universal theory of pop culture success in the digital platform era. The Korean Wave presents the paradigmatic case for this theoretical project: the first postcolonial pop culture to achieve sustained global dominance in the platform capitalism age. This congress proposes cultural dynamism as a framework operating at the intersection of institutional-rational mechanisms, historical-structural conditions, affective-cultural dynamics, geopolitical-discursive formations, transnational/transmedia culturalism, and gender politics.
Papers addressing theoretical, empirical, or methodological aspects of cultural dynamism, including:
All topics related to Korean Wave studies welcome, including:
All submissions must include: author name(s), affiliation(s), and email; presentation or panel title; track selection (1 or 2); 5–7 keywords; brief bio (100 words per presenter); and any special requirements. Submit in English using Chicago or APA citation style.
Selected papers will be considered for:
Jeju Island, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, offers a unique setting with natural beauty, volcanic landscapes, and distinctive island culture. Accommodation options from university dormitories to resort hotels will be available with discounted rates for participants.