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In a significant step towards expanding its global academic network, Hoa Sen University (HSU) recently hosted a delegation from Indiana State University (ISU), USA. The meeting, which took place on July 3, 2024, marked a pivotal moment in fostering international collaboration between these two esteemed institutions. Indiana State University, renowned for its comprehensive academic offerings, including 100 undergraduate majors and over 75 graduate and professional programs, sent key representatives to explore partnership opportunities with HSU. The ISU delegation engaged in productive discussions with HSU’s leadership, including the Head of the Global Engagement Office and the Vice Dean of the Faculty...

PHOTOGRAPHY AWARDS “HERITAGE – Heritage Journey 2024” Heritage Magazine is organizing the Photography Awards “HERITAGE – Heritage Journey 2024” for photographers. This marks the 10th year the awards have been held, with the aim of continuing to promote the image of the country and the lives of the people of Vietnam, especially the internationally recognized heritage sites of Vietnam. Timeline: The competition will run for 4 months, starting from April 1, 2024, until July 31, 2024. The single Final Judging Round will be held in mid-August 2024, reviewing all submitted works from the entire 4-month period. Submission Method: Participants must...

On 5 July 2024, Hoa Sen University was honored to host an esteemed lecture by Associate Professor Shannon Gramse from the University of Alaska Anchorage. The event, “Navigating Cultural Diversity in the 21st Century: Strategies for Effective Global Collaboration” has provided valuable insights into fostering mutual understanding, respect, and effective collaboration across cultures. Shannon Gramse’s Journey Through Writing, Poetry, and Global Exchange For almost two decades Shannon Gramse was an associate professor of writing at the University of Alaska Anchorage. His areas of interest in research were place-based and postcolonial pedagogies, poetry, Russian literature, Vietnamese language and culture. He co-founded...

On July 2, 2024, Hoa Sen University (HSU) again achieved NEAS certification for its General English program. Notably, HSU remains the first and only university in Vietnam to achieve this prestigious accreditation. The event was attended by many diplomatic partners, educators and Dr. Phan Thi Viet Nam, Vice President of Hoa Sen University and HSU lecturers and students. The award ceremony featured NEAS CEO Adam Kilburn, who presented the certificate and conducted a teacher professional workshop titled “Implementing NEAS-Recommended Practices for ESL Instructors’ Professional Development Plan.”  NEAS, a leading global authority in English language teaching quality assessment, awarded HSU this endorsement....

Tomorrow’ing: Visions of a better future As we enter 2024, the world is confronted by a waning sense of optimism, with urgent social, political, and economic issues front of mind for people around the globe. So, what can we do to build a more optimistic vision of tomorrow’s world? This year’s prize invites emerging artists to tackle some of the world’s most pressing issues and act as a beacon of hope in the pursuit of a better tomorrow. Who may enter The competition is open to emerging artists aged 18 or over. You may enter the Competition if You are an...

Hoa Sen University (HSU) again achieved NEAS certification for its General English  program on July 2, 2024. Notably, HSU remains the first and only university in Vietnam to achieve this prestigious accreditation. Hoa Sen University (HSU) again achieved NEAS certification for its General English  program on July 2, 2024. Notably, HSU remains the first and only university in Vietnam to achieve this prestigious accreditation. NEAS, a leading global authority in English language teaching quality assessment, awarded HSU this endorsement. With over 200 members across Australia, the Asia-Pacific Region, and the Middle East, NEAS’s recognition underscores HSU’s commitment to excellence in...