Punzabo Winner Experiences Art & Culture in Green Ireland
- By: Jillian Ryan
- Created on: 06/15/2009
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The recipient of travelBIGO's May 2009 Punzabo Award (and $100) is Gyong Kang! Her winning essay entitled “A Green Realization” tells of Gyong’s experiences in Dublin during the summer of 2008. At the age of 16, she stayed at the prestigious Trinity College where she participated in a writing program. But her time in Dublin taught Gyong more than writing; she experienced art and culture and realized the power of artistic expression that can transcend borders.
Currently a 17-year-old high school senior living in the town of Monsey in upstate New York, Gyong was born in South Korea and emigrated to her current residence when she was young a girl. Grounded in the importance of school and friends, Gyong speaks about her life in Monsey, “Living in the suburbs of New York has been a learning experience. While my city can be quiet and sometimes lifeless, my friends from school have made it completely worthwhile.”
As she approaches graduation, Gyong reflects back on her high school career which has been nothing like she anticipated. Exceeding her expectations, Gyong revealed, “I’ve had the honor to be taught by so many bright, inspirational teachers who made me realize the importance of passion and following it confidently.”
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