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UEFers strengthen international friendships through exchange with the U.S. Students

12/21/2024

DECEMBER 19 and 20, the International Institute organized the “Fusion Fest: Cultures Together” program, a dynamic series of exchange activities with students from the University of Arkansas, USA. The event provided participants with opportunities to explore meaningful aspects of Vietnamese culture and foster bonds through engaging sports and cultural activities.

The “Fusion Fest: Cultures Together” program offered a dynamic series of activities with U.S. students

Accompanying the U.S. student delegation was Mr. Kevin Thacker, Consultant of M&K Tourism and Culture Exchange. UEF representatives included Dr. Do Nguyen Huu Loc - Vice President, Prof.Dr. Eric Jose Olmedo Panal - Director of the International Institute, Ms. Tran Phuong Quynh - Deputy Director of the International Institute, and Mr. Nguyen Ba Anh - Deputy Director of the International Institute.

UEF representatives sent greetings and thank you gifts to the University of Arkansas - USA delegation

DECEMBER 20 - After an energetic basketball exchange with UEFers, U.S. students participated in an exciting exploration of culinary culture through the FTHM.Talk: Gourmet Journeys: Coffee, Chocolate, Cuisine & Culture program, organized by the Faculty of Tourism and Hospitality Management.

The energetic exchange between students from both universities

By participating in this event, students from both universities explored the connections between beverages and various cultures, experiencing coffee and chocolate-making processes and sampling their unique flavors.

The international students experienced the brewing process of coffee and chocolate

Later that day, students joined the “Cultures Exchange and Games” activity with participants from UEF’s British Bachelor’s Program (UoG). Guided by the IEF Club, they discovered Vietnam’s history and unique traditions, including clothing, food, festivals, and landmarks. A standout moment was the hands-on activity of creating lì xì (lucky money envelopes), a cherished tradition during the Lunar New Year.

The experience of making lì xì (lucky money envelopes) brought excitement and enjoyment to the participants

Through the “Fusion Fest: Cultures Together”, UEFers had the opportunity to build stronger relationships with international friends while developing essential skills. The event also served as a platform to showcase the confidence and dynamism of UEF students, leaving a lasting impression of cross-cultural collaboration.

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