Hello World,

 

I am Saemi Nadine Jung (also previously published as Saemi Jung). 

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Growing up, I have always been fascinated by different ways of thinking and seeing the world. Born and partly raised in South Korea, I have lived across multiple cultural contexts—spending roughly a third of my life in North America and Germany, another third in South Korea working as a financial journalist, and later in London, UK, where I completed my Master’s in Media and

Communications. After graduating, I worked at an EdTech company as a content executive. I am currently based in Vancouver, Canada, where I am pursuing my Ph.D. in Communication.

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My doctoral research is deeply shaped by my life experiences. I began my early career as a concert pianist, performing until the age of 20. A turning point came when I took an introductory course in Environmental Studies, which sparked a desire to explore broader intellectual fields. This curiosity led me through disciplines including oceanography, politics, law, and German studies, eventually culminating in a focus on legal scholarship. As one of twelve selected Oberlin Law Scholars, I had the opportunity to spend a year abroad in Berlin—an experience that profoundly reshaped my trajectory.

 

Following this, I transitioned into financial journalism, drawing on my transnational experiences. After a decade in the media industry, during which I also mentored younger generations, I authored two books—Passion on Air (2015) and How to read financial news headlines (2021)—aimed at making financial news more accessible to broader audiences. Through numerous professional encounters with individuals across diverse sectors, including an interview with Christine Lagarde, President of the European Central Bank, I became increasingly motivated to deepen my theoretical and research engagement with media and communication. This led me to pursue graduate studies in London, where my academic interests further crystallized and ultimately evolved into my current doctoral work. 

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My research adopts a postcolonial and transnational perspective to examine the development of educational technology, with a particular focus on how technologies shape the future of education. Broadly, my work sits at the intersection of technology, communication, and policy.

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At present, I am working on two key projects: first, an exploration of keypunch operation as a form of feminized immigrant labor in 1970s Canada; and second, an investigation into how communities construct trust around bio-manufactured products, such as COVID-19 vaccines, within algorithmically curated digital spaces.

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My previous research includes comparative cross-national policy analysis of education systems in the European Union and South Korea, studies on gendered racism in media representations during the COVID-19 pandemic, and work on data justice and ethics.

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Beyond academia, I am an active public speaker and the founder of the Baeum Institute and Society—an academic learning community where I share insights from both my scholarly and personal journey. My YouTube channel plays a central role in this initiative, serving as a platform to document my research process, share knowledge, and engage broader audiences on pressing social issues in our data-driven world.

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Outside of my research, I enjoy making and listening to music, walking in nature, and spending time in the landscapes of British Columbia. I also find joy in creative practices such as doodling, drawing, and painting.

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I am guided by a strong commitment to my values. Through my work, I hope to contribute meaningfully to society—particularly by supporting and empowering those who are marginalized and underrepresented.

 

#Media Justice #Education #Ethical Practices in Education #AI/Data Ethics #Political Economy of digital platforms