Van Lang University’s Students Participate in International Youth Camp 2025 in Thailand: Integration, Inspiration, and Promotion of Vietnamese Values

In April 2025, Vu Minh Hieu and Nguyen Duc Huy from the Graphic Design program- K29 at Van Lang University who represented Vietnam at the RMUTR International Youth Camp 2025, held from April 22 to April 30 in Thailand. The event provided a valuable opportunity for Van Lang students to engage in cross-cultural exchange, develop their design skills through collaboration with peers from across the region, and demonstrate their academic competencies in a multicultural academic environment.

The camp gathered over 55 students from seven countries and territories: China, Taiwan, India, Laos, Vietnam, Malaysia, and Thailand. Throughout the nine-day program, Minh Hieu and Duc Huy enhanced their English proficiency, global skills, and cultural understanding through a diverse array of activities such as fruit carving, silver ring design, traditional painting, and visits to temples, museums, and the ancient capital city of Ayutthaya. A key highlight of the program was the national cultural showcase activity.

Driven by national pride and a desire to present a multifaceted Vietnam rich in regional customs and cuisine, two students chose to tell the story of their homeland through the distinctive color palettes of the North, Central, and South regions, under the theme “Let’s Explore VIETNAM with Us!” The North was portrayed through nostalgic warm tones; the Central region was expressed with elegant pastel shades; while the South was illustrated with a dynamic mix of warm and cool tones, representing the contrast between day and night, modernity and tradition. They also incorporated the image of the Lac bird that is an iconic symbol in Vietnamese culture and in Van Lang University’s logo to not only introduce the country but also to convey the university’s message of “spreading inspirational impact” to international friends. Through this initiative, the students demonstrated creativity, enthusiasm, openness to learning, and the image of friendly, confident, and globally engaged Vietnamese youth.

“During this trip, I learned many valuable lessons and gained deeper insights into the cultures of other countries. I feel that I’ve grown significantly each day, improving my communication skills, adaptability, and self-confidence,” shared Nguyen Duc Huy.

Vu Minh Hieu enthusiastically shared: “The camp pushed me beyond my comfort zone, helped me practice English communication, and allowed me to make friends from different countries. It’s been an unforgettable and meaningful memory in our youth.”

The participation of Van Lang students in international exchange programs not only broadens educational and experiential horizons but also reflects the university’s commitment to the internationalization of education - student-centered and oriented toward developing global citizens. At the same time, partnerships with prestigious universities in the region continue to affirm Van Lang’s role in building sustainable and effective academic networks.

News: Thanh Nhan
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