"We frequently had class debates and discussions, which led to a better understanding of the complex ideas within nuclear politics."
"Prof. Kim introduced us to topics that I could have never imagined would relate to the class and the field. I found some really interesting concepts that I want to go more into depth and learn. He also assigned readings that provided different perspectives on the same topic, which helped immensely to properly understand and develop our own perspective."
PS 317: Advanced International Relations: War and Conflict - Instructor, Spring 2025.
Selected Student Comments (PS 317, Spring 2025):
"Prof. Kim's enthusiasm definitely helped my learning process."
"I really liked how Prof. Kim organized his class. Simply put, I felt like we always used our time wisely."
PS 209: Chinese Politics and Foreign Policy - Instructor, Spring 2025.
Selected Student Comments (PS 209, Spring 2025):
"I always left Prof. Kim's class having learned something. He did a great job of facilitating important discussions in class."
"Prof. Kim made sure that his students were aware of the approaching deadlines and, at the same time, was always open to any questions."
PS 131: Introduction to East Asian Politics - Instructor, Winter 2025. Selected Student Comments (PS 131, Winter 2025):
"This course was organized well. I was able to learn and have my work done without rushing."
"Although I was unfamiliar with the politics in East Asia, both going through the required readings and engaging in class discussions deepened my knowledge on the topic."
PS 208: Strategy and Warfare - Instructor, Winter 2025.
Selected Student Comments (PS 208, Winter 2025):
"Prof. Kim demonstrated a strong commitment to those students who wished to learn more about the subject."
"I really enjoyed Prof. Kim's teaching style. I always looked forward to going to his class because his style of teaching was very unique, particularly when compared to those of other professors."
PS 210: Survey of International Relations - Instructor, Fall 2024 & Fall 2025.
Selected Student Comments (PS 210, Fall 2025):
"I enjoyed Prof. Kim's unique way of explaining concepts and engaging with the class."
"Prof. Kim was very passionate about teaching, and I could clearly see he cared about his students."
Selected Student Comments (PS 210, Section 1, Fall 2024):
"I really enjoyed the way Prof. Kim taught the class. The slides were helpful, and his explanations helped me understand the material."
"Whenever the lesson would evolve into a class discussion, Prof. Kim would challenge our thought processes to help us widen our perspectives."
University of Missouri:
POL_SC 4680: Chinese Politics and Foreign Policy - Graduate Instructor, Spring 2024.
Selected Student Comments (POL_SC 4680, Spring 2024):
"Yu Bin did a great job in fostering an environment where we all felt comfortable sharing our opinions. He is incredibly personal and makes an effort to relate to, understand, and support his students. He never had unrealistic expectations of us, which I also appreciated."
"Yu Bin was always clear with what he expected of us students and always reminded us that he is available for questions or concerns outside of class. The course material was interesting and, more importantly, I enjoyed the seminar-based approach to the class, which exposed us to different perspectives and ideas. The class, as well as the workload, was organized in an easy-to-follow manner."
POL_SC 1400: International Relations - Graduate Instructor, Fall 2023.
Selected Student Comments (POL_SC 1400, Fall 2023):
"Yu Bin had very clear slides presented in class. They were easy to understand and straight to the point. He also explained all aspects of the lecture very well."
"This was my favorite class I have ever taken at Mizzou. Yu Bin created an awesome learning environment that made me excited to attend his class everyday."
POL_SC 4412: Strategy and Warfare - Graduate Instructor, Spring 2023.
Selected Student Comments (POL_SC 4412, Spring 2023):
"Yu Bin was always available if we needed extra help. He also was really good at getting the class involved in a conversation, and he explained things until we were all able to understand them."
"The extent of his knowledge was very deep. He came to class excited to teach and was always enthusiastic while doing so. He was an amazing instructor, and I will take whatever classes he teaches."
POL_SC 1400: International Relations - Graduate Instructor, Fall 2022.
Selected Student Comments (POL_SC 1400, Fall 2022):
"This teacher is my absolute favorite. Not only does he teach the material extremely well, but he is considerate of the student's time and outside commitments. He is consistent in his mastery of the information, and it is very clear in how he teaches."
"Yu Bin did an amazing job of engaging with the class and explaining the course content. The assignments were a good reflection of what we learned and this class taught me the most and yet did not take up my time. I would take it again and I highly recommend it."
POL_SC 1400: International Relations (Instructor: Dr. Heather-Leigh K. Ba) - Teaching Assistant, Spring 2022. - Guest Lecture on "The Rise of China and the Contemporary International Economic Order: Is China a Revisionist Power?" (May 2, 2022). - Guest Lecture on "Explaining Civil War Onset: Greed, Grievance, and Opportunity" (April 18, 2022).
POL_SC 4420: International Political Economy (Instructor: Dr. Heather-Leigh K. Ba) - Teaching Assistant, Fall 2021. - Guest Lecture on "The Rise of China and the Contemporary International Economic Order: Is China a Revisionist Power?" (December 7, 2021).
POL_SC 4410: Politics and War (Instructor: Dr. Stephen L. Quackenbush) - Teaching Assistant, Spring 2021.
POL_SC 4700: America's Wars in Asia (Instructor: Dr. Sheena Chestnut Greitens) - Teaching Assistant, Spring 2020. - Guest Lecture on "Korean Peninsula: Conventional Threats & Nuclear Issues" (April 15, 2020).
POL_SC 4680: Chinese Politics and Foreign Policy (Instructor: Dr. Sheena Chestnut Greitens) - Teaching Assistant, Fall 2019.
Republic of Korea Naval Academy:
Basic English Grammar - Instructor, 2015-2018.
Naval English - Instructor, 2015-2018.
Photo: View from the Main Building of the Republic of Korea Naval Academy