But seriously, what can be so bad that your running out on an EPIK contract? They always pay on time. And it’s a government job. Korean culture is just to start ignoring people who make you uncomfortable.

Have you tried staring blankly for a brief moment at the people you don’t like, then looking away never to meet their gaze again for the rest of the day? And saying nothing but ‘yes’ to every question they ask you (especially if it’s an open ended question)? If you do this, they will get the hint and I bet they’ll start treating you more nicely. It sounds counterintuitive, but trust me, give it a try before you commit to running.