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For this mom, moving to work in South Korea felt like a 'full-circle moment' — even if it came with one sacrifice
- Adedipe moved to Seoul for a year on a Fulbright scholarship to advance her research in prostate cancer survivorship.
- She moved with her two daughters and her mother, seeking cultural and educational growth in Korea.
- The family settled in Mapo-gu, with a two-bedroom apartment near universities and a reasonable commute to work.
- Adedipe’s Fulbright year included homeschooling her 6-year-old while she worked at Seoul National University Hospital.
- Adedipe found Korea’s tech-centric daily life and strong public safety to be positive surprises.
- The move strengthened family bonds as the mother-daughter relationship and overall family closeness grew in Seoul.
- Adedipe’s daughter participates in activities like piano, inline skating, and Taekwondo at school.
- The scholarship covered housing costs, helping the family manage expenses in Seoul.
- Adedipe intended this year abroad to blend research, culture, and well-being for a holistic experience.
- Adedipe’s experience highlighted personal and professional growth during an international academic chapter.
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