The signing ceremony for the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the Faculty of Architecture and Fine Arts at Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology (HUTECH) and the Hanyoung Scholarship Foundation (Korea) took place on December 17. This collaboration opens valuable opportunities for HUTECH's faculty and students to engage in international research and learning environments.
Representatives from the Hanyoung Scholarship Foundation and HUTECH at the ceremony
The ceremony was attended by key representatives from both parties. On behalf of the Hanyoung Scholarship Foundation, attendees included Mr. Hyunsup Park, Chairman of the Hanyoung Scholarship Foundation; Ms. Hyunkyung Elaina Park, Managing Director; and Mr. Lee Dong Sen, CEO of Meta Square. Representing HUTECH were Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nguyen Thanh Phuong, Vice President; Dr. Nguyen Thi Ngoc Quyen, Dean of the Faculty of Architecture and Fine Arts; Ms. Tran Thi Hong My, Vice Dean; Dr. Tran Trung Hieu, Assistant to the Dean; Ms. Pham Thi Hong Lien, Head of Fashion Design; and Ms. Nguyen Lan Huong, Deputy Head of the Department of International Relations and Project Management.
In his opening remarks, Mr. Hyunsup Park described the partnership as not only a bridge for cultural and scientific development but also as a testament to the enduring friendship between Vietnam and Korea. He highlighted areas of collaboration such as research, teaching, and hosting international academic competitions. Additionally, he stressed the importance of internships and research projects in providing practical value to students.
Mr. Hyunsup Park emphasizes the practical benefits of this partnership for students The Hanyoung Scholarship Foundation aims to provide HUTECH students with valuable opportunities, ranging from experiencing academic environments at prestigious universities in Korea to working directly at the Hanyoung Group. Here, students can access cutting-edge technology and immerse themselves in a professional corporate culture. These experiences are expected to help young professionals build specialized skills, gain work experience, and establish a solid foundation for careers in an international setting.
Collaboration focused on textile, garment, and fashion design development
Additionally, the foundation will sponsor activities in research, teaching, and cultural exchange, particularly encouraging faculty and students to participate in promising academic projects. This includes authoring and publishing specialized materials and textbooks in the fields of Textile, Garment, and Fashion Design. Such initiatives aim to enhance expertise while fostering stronger cooperation between Vietnam and Korea in these sectors, contributing new value to education and research.
The signing of the MOU represents an important milestone, unlocking numerous opportunities for HUTECH students to enhance their knowledge and skills in a dynamic international environment. It also reaffirms HUTECH's commitment to connecting with businesses to deliver practical benefits to both students and faculty.
HUTECH signs MoU with the Hanyoung Scholarship Foundation
With its strong tradition in training programs for Textile, Garment, and Fashion Design, HUTECH anticipates that this partnership will act as a catalyst for advancing education and providing high-quality human resources, contributing to the promising future of these industries in Vietnam.
The Hanyoung Scholarship Foundation, established by and affiliated with Hanyoung Textile Printing (Korea), has been a leader in the digital textile printing industry since 1957. With over 60 years of experience and offices in the U.S. and China, the company is renowned for its creative design studio, extensive fabric pattern database, and advanced, eco-friendly printing technology. These strengths allow the company to deliver high-quality products while meeting sustainable development goals.
The Hanyoung Scholarship Foundation aims to support scholarships and nurture young talents in the global textile and fashion industry through practical activities such as academic collaboration with universities and organizing events like exhibitions and design competitions. |
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