About the Center for Korean Studies   Established in 1982, the Program in Korean Studies at Stony Brook on Long Island has been a vital hub both for academic and community activities related to Korea, New York. As one of the undergraduate minors of SUNY Stony Brook, it currently offers more than a dozen courses in Korean Studies along with diverse opportunities for research and internships. The Center for Korean Studies at Stony Brook was established to pursue advanced academic activities in the field of Korean Studies, especially in Korean religions and philosophy. Many publication projects, including the ongoing “Collected Works of Wonhyo” project, have been conducted by the Center. These projects have s resulted in the publications of dozens of books about Korea. It also receives a number of scholars through the visiting scholar program, promoting the intellectual exchange between Korea and US academe. More than seventy scholars and professionals from Korea have participated in the exchange program to date. In addition, Stony Brook University currently has sister relationships with six universities in Korea, making scholarly and student exchanges one of the most vital aspects of the Center.