HUTECH recognizes contributions of KOICA volunteers following two-year assignment
- 15/05/2026
Concluding their two-year journey at Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology (HUTECH), two volunteers from the Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA), Ms. Kim Woonok and Ms. Hong Hayoung, attended a warm farewell meeting with the University on May 14 before returning to Korea, leaving behind many memorable experiences and meaningful connections.
The farewell and appreciation meeting for the two KOICA volunteers took place on May 14
The program was jointly organized by the Personnel Department, the Faculty of Korean Studies, and the Vietnam Korea Institute of Technology (VKIT).
Throughout their two years at the University, Ms. Kim Woonok and Ms. Hong Hayoung supported academic and professional activities, assisted in teaching, and accompanied students in various international exchange programs and extracurricular activities. Their contributions provided students with more opportunities to learn, interact with native speakers, and explore Korean culture in a practical environment.
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Phan Dinh Nguyen, Vice President of the University, shared: “Although two years is not a long period of time, it has created many memorable moments in the two volunteers’ journey at HUTECH and brought meaningful activities to our students.”
Throughout their two years at the University, Ms. Kim Woonok and Ms. Hong Hayoung supported academic and professional activities, assisted in teaching, and accompanied students in various international exchange programs and extracurricular activities. Their contributions provided students with more opportunities to learn, interact with native speakers, and explore Korean culture in a practical environment.
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Phan Dinh Nguyen, Vice President of the University, shared: “Although two years is not a long period of time, it has created many memorable moments in the two volunteers’ journey at HUTECH and brought meaningful activities to our students.”
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Phan Dinh Nguyen shared memorable moments and contributions made by the two KOICA volunteers
In addition, the companionship and dedication of the two KOICA volunteers helped strengthen cultural and academic connections between HUTECH, KOICA, and Korean partners. Through these connections, international exchange activities and the multicultural learning environment at the University have continued to expand and leave many positive impressions.
Representatives of the University and related units also expressed their appreciation and gratitude for the volunteers’ contributions throughout their term.
Representatives of the University and related units also expressed their appreciation and gratitude for the volunteers’ contributions throughout their term.
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Bui Xuan Lam, Vice Chairman of the University Board of Directors, presented gifts and expressed gratitude to the two volunteers
Dr. Bui Van The Vinh, Vice President of the University, emphasized that during their two years at HUTECH, the two volunteers made significant contributions to cultural exchange and helped broaden students’ access to an international environment
Ms. Phan Thi My Hanh, Head of the Personnel Department, expressed appreciation for the volunteers’ contributions
Representing the Faculty of Korean Studies, Dr. Bui Phan Anh Thu, Dean of the Faculty, noted that the KOICA Volunteer Program has accompanied the Faculty for nearly 10 years and has brought many practical benefits to academic activities. In addition to supporting professional and academic work, the volunteers also contributed to curriculum development, participated in various development projects, and supported the implementation of cooperation activities with KOICA.
Dr. Bui Phan Anh Thu shared reflections on the meaningful milestones and responsibilities throughout the collaboration process
Most recently, the equipment sponsorship project for the Korean Interpretation and Translation Lab “K VOICE” has been considered one of the most remarkable highlights of the cooperation between the parties. “What is most meaningful is that the volunteers have always accompanied students with a genuine spirit of support, rather than simply fulfilling assigned duties,” Dr. Bui Phan Anh Thu shared.
News: Mỹ Lam
Photo: Phi Dương
Communication Center
News: Mỹ Lam
Photo: Phi Dương
Communication Center
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