All news

Fulbright School of Public Policy and Management (Fulbright University Vietnam) has opened the applications for Master of Public Policy program of 2021-2023 (MPP2023). This year, the MPP2023 program will provide scholarship packages for various groups of applicants granted by the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA), U.S. Department of State. *For Policy Analysis concentration: […]

The two options for Master of Public Policy program at Fulbright School of Public Policy and Management – Policy Analysis and Leadership & Management – are designed to meet various needs of the students regarding the schedule, scholarship, and financial status. However, the two concentrations have one thing in common: the academic rigor that pushes […]

Dr. Vu Thanh Tu Anh believed many underlying problems with HCMC’s growth model have been identified for decades; however, the absence of an effective implementation mechanism is causing the city to lose its growth traction. In a recent conference hosted by HCMC People’s Committee to formulate development strategies for the city from 2021-2030, academic think-tanks […]

Le 17e Parallel: La Guerre Du Peuple directed by Joris Ivens (a veteran Dutch documentary filmmaker) was introduced in the framework of Vietnamese studies at Fulbright this Spring semester. Director Nguyen Thi Xuan Phuong, a witness, a crew member of the documentary, has come for an open discussion with Fulbright students and the close-knitted community.  […]

Initiated in 2019 by director Nguyen Hoang Diep, “Se sẽ chứ” is a series of events held in April every year to honor the poetic life and literary heritage of Luu Quang Vu and Xuan Quynh, two of the most influential authors on the modern Vietnamese poetry scene. This year, for the first time, “Se […]

Fulbright University Vietnam (Fulbright) is delighted to announce two new scholarship programs that will broaden Fulbright’s mission to support our current student’s development toward being independent scholars. The scholarships, effective immediately, will be funded by TPBank and Temasek International. They will be awarded to selected students as grants to support projects demonstrating a high level […]

In late 2020, several Vietnamese civil servants were discovered among over 600 individuals accused in a scandal in which a Hanoi university, Dong Do University, had been issuing fake degrees. Some used the degrees to apply for postgraduate education or to defend their doctoral thesis, while others obtained them to participate in public servant recruitment […]

Prof. Dr. Le Vu Quan is a Vietnamese scholar who has built his academic career in the U.S. with a wealth of experience and outstanding achievements. He was awarded the Eva Albers Professorship in Economics and served as Director of the International Business Program for several years at Seattle University, USA. Since the early 2000s, […]

A team of four freshmen from Fulbright University Vietnam has surpassed 12 strong competitors from 6 neighboring countries to bring home a Gold Medal at Mekong Business Challenge. This is the first win from a Vietnamese representative in 10 years. The team – Seesaw Vietnam, including Nhat Tan, Do Quyen, Yen Nhi, and Minh Phuong, […]

The inaugural Public Policy Seminar on Energy Economics and Policy, organized by YSEALI Academy at Fulbright University, will take place virtually from July 05-16, 2021. YSEALI Academy is still receiving applications until May 15, 2021. The Energy Economics and Policy Seminar is the first of a series of three virtual seminars hosted by YSEALI Academy […]

Read the full newsletter HERE Dear Fulbright friends, I’m writing to you this April full of hope and excitement. This month has been eventful; but first, allow me to welcome a new member of the Fulbright community: Professor Jay Siegel, who joins us as our Provost, effective Summer 2021. This important appointment is the culmination […]

On April 24, Fulbright launched its first-ever Career Day. Initiated by Career Development at Fulbright, the event was designed so that students could meet and learn from a diverse group of partners, while companies could recruit resourceful and creative talents through on-site CV assessment and individual interviews. With a liberal education program like Fulbright, this […]

Dr. Le Thai Ha*, Director of Research at Fulbright School of Public Policy and Management, and Dr. Nguyen Phuc Canh, Lecturer of University of Economics Ho Chi Minh City recently introduced a research titled “The impact of tourism on carbon dioxide emissions: insights from 95 countries”. Based on data collected from 95 countries, this study […]

Dr. Le Thai Ha, Director of Research at Fulbright School of Public Policy and Management, Prof. Chang Youngho (Singapore University of Social Sciences), and Prof. Park Donghyun (Asian Development Bank) recently introduced a study titled “Governance, Environmental Vulnerability, and PM2.5 Concentrations: International Evidence”. The study examines the role of governance quality and environmental vulnerability in […]

Last month, Chris Matthews, an American veteran political commentator has dedicated his time to share his in-depth knowledge accrued over a decades-long career in politics and journalism. He is known for being an award-winning journalist, author of multiple books, and most recently the host of Hardball with Chris Matthews, one of MSNBC’s longest weeknight talk […]

On April 2, Fulbright University Vietnam and Young Marketers have officially launched a new course entitled “Marketing Foundation for the Next Vietnamese Change-Makers”, with the first 8 students (Gen 1) being rigorously selected from over 300 students, through multiple rounds of tests and assessment. Young Marketers is not only an “academic playground” for young marketing […]

Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam—The YSEALI Academy at Fulbright University Vietnam (Fulbright) announced that the first Public Policy flagship seminar on Energy Economics and Policy is now open for applications. Launched in 2020, YSEALI Academy’s main mission is to organize seminars and workshops fostering the capacity for young professionals, juniors and middle management levels aged […]

Info session – YSEALI Academy at Fulbright University Vietnam’s Energy Economics and Policy Seminar is the first webinar for prospective applicants who are interested in learning more about the Energy Economics and Policy Seminar. Throughout this information session, YSEALI Academy’s leaders and faculty will introduce to interested applicants the curriculum, the application process, program requirements, […]

As one of the few female C-Suite leaders in the United States, Sheryl Sandberg has a surprisingly down-to-earth persona. On March 5, she dedicated her time for a conversation with Fulbright community about her take on the importance of education and preparing for a future of uncertainty post-pandemic. Known as a leading executive, Sheryl shared […]

Ho Chi Minh city, March 31, 2021 – Fulbright University Vietnam and EnPointe Management Corporation recently signed a memorandum of understanding for a comprehensive partnership. This will enable Fulbright students to develop critical and creative thinking skills with the arts as their vehicle to become well-rounded future leaders. Being an ecosystem with more than 20 […]