HUTECH Korean Studies students win four awards at Hangeul Festival 2026
- 28/10/2026
With creative ideas inspired by Korean culture, students from the Faculty of Korean Studies at Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology (HUTECH) won four awards at Hangeul Festival 2026.
Held on October 24, the festival brought together students from 25 universities and colleges across southern and central Vietnam. Supported by the Korea Foundation (KF), the Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA), and the Consulate General of the Republic of Korea in Ho Chi Minh City, the event featured activities that encouraged language learning, cultural exploration, and connections among students.
Mr. Woo Hyoung Min, Chief Representative of the Korea Foundation’s Hanoi Office, speaks at the event
HUTECH’s Korean Studies students earned first prize in uniform design, third prizes in the performing arts and kimbap-making competitions, and a consolation prize in booth decoration. Notably, the winning design was selected as the official uniform for the event, becoming part of the visual identity of Hangeul Festival 2026.
Student Danh Minh Khoi earns first prize in the uniform design competition
For the performing arts competition, the HUTECH team presented “The Origins of Korea,” inspired by the Dangun founding myth (단군신화), which tells the story of the ancient kingdom of Gojoseon. Combining music, dance, and acting, the students brought the founding story to life on stage, conveying an appreciation for cultural roots, history, and traditions preserved and passed down through generations.
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“The Origins of Korea” combines music, dance, and acting to convey traditional cultural values
In the kimbap-making competition, the students expressed the theme “The Colors of Korea” through flower-shaped arrangements of kimbap. Their presentation incorporated colors evoking the Vietnamese and South Korean flags, along with the letter H, representing the connection between Hangeul and HUTECH. The flowers symbolized growth and friendship between Vietnam and South Korea, while the flag colors expressed national pride. This creative presentation transformed a traditional dish into a way of communicating the bonds between the two countries.
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Students creatively incorporate a message of Vietnamese-Korean cultural connection into traditional kimbap
For the booth decoration competition, the team created a space inspired by Incheon International Airport. Working with a randomly assigned landmark and the festival’s overarching theme, “Hangeul by My Side,” the students chose the message “내 곁에 한글, 인천에서 시작되는 여행!” or “Hangeul by My Side: A Journey Beginning in Incheon!” Their booth offered an experience modeled on South Korea’s international gateway.
A highlight of the booth was its depiction of Hangeul in everyday life through airport signs, flight information, and welcome messages. The concept also connected HUTECH, where students begin their learning journeys and nurture their dreams, with Incheon, a gateway to opportunities to explore South Korea. The display presented Hangeul in an accessible, familiar setting while expressing the students’ passion for the language and desire to experience Korean culture firsthand.
A highlight of the booth was its depiction of Hangeul in everyday life through airport signs, flight information, and welcome messages. The concept also connected HUTECH, where students begin their learning journeys and nurture their dreams, with Incheon, a gateway to opportunities to explore South Korea. The display presented Hangeul in an accessible, familiar setting while expressing the students’ passion for the language and desire to experience Korean culture firsthand.
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Alongside the main competitions, the festival featured Korean handwriting, painting, knowledge quizzes, exhibitions, and artistic performances. The event gave HUTECH students opportunities to meet peers from other institutions, exchange learning experiences, and broaden their understanding of Korean culture. These experiences also encouraged enthusiasm for learning Korean, active language practice, and participation in cultural exchange activities.
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