On October 3, 2025, Ms. Mary’s twenty-seven Korean language students and two parent chaperones attended Auburn University’s Moon Festival!
Ms. Mary consistently exposes her Korean language students to culturally enriching traditions and events. In September, ALIEEP visited her class for the Make and Take community program, where students learned calligraphy and the importance of language from Mrs. Muse, a local calligraphist. Read about the event here.
Our Bridge Builder, Cameran Collins, an alum of Auburn University, assisted Ms. Chon in providing support to and from the event. He even informed the students about some of the university’s history, showcasing key attractions around campus.
Students are visiting the various booths at the Moon Festival.
Ms. Mary’s Korean language students dressed in hanbok (traditional Korean attire).
The event impressed the students—they watched performances, played games, and wore traditional Korean attire. Ms. Mary’s classroom showcases ALIEEP’s vision for Alabama’s future: a generation with a global mindset and openness to other cultures.
We look forward to more moments from Ms. Mary Chon’s class and our other teachers! ALIEEP will remain committed to providing opportunities for multilingual and multicultural exchange across Alabama.
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Nikki Smith is an innovative marketing professional passionate about articulating compelling brand stories that promote connection and community through inspirational rhetoric. Currently, the PR Specialist at the Alabama International Education and Economic Partnership, she leads the internal communication initiatives, develops marketing strategies, and creates multi-platform content. Nikki’s experience spans insurance, publishing, retail, and technology, bringing a versatile perspective to every project.