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This morning, at Fulbright University Vietnam’s Commencement 2025, astronaut and activist Amanda Nguyen captivated the audience as the esteemed Honored Speaker. Drawing profound lessons from her own life journey, she imparted four crucial pieces of advice to the graduating class. Her first point was empathy. Second, the recognition that we are a multitude. Third, courage. […]

On June 7, Fulbright University Vietnam proudly hosted the Commencement for the undergraduate Class of 2025 at the Reunification Palace. The event was honored by the attendance of distinguished guests from both the Vietnamese and U.S. governments, including U.S. Consul General Susan Burns. In her speech, Consul General Susan Burns emphasized that the Class of […]

Today, Class of 2025 students at Fulbright University Vietnam gathered for a memorable day as part of Senior Week, filled with heartwarming activities: receiving their graduation gowns and caps, decorating their mortarboards, capturing moments at the “Seniors’ Smile” photo corner and a 360-degree video “Spin and Soar” booth. The atmosphere was filled with laughter, hugs, […]

Nguyen Hieu Thuan, known to friends as Kyle, is a final-year Economics student at Fulbright University Vietnam, currently working as a Category Management Analyst at Shopee. In this role, he is responsible for analyzing category performance, proposing growth strategies, and coordinating with various departments to improve operational efficiency. When entering university, Thuan was unsure of […]

On the upcoming June 7, Fulbright University Vietnam will proudly welcome Amanda Nguyễn as the Commencement Speaker at its 2025 Undergraduate Commencement Ceremony. Amanda Nguyễn is an astronaut and activist. Her bioastronautics research focuses on women’s health. For drafting and passing the Sexual Assault Survivors’ Rights Act in the United States and advocating for it […]

Dr. Vu Minh Hoang, Faculty Member in History & Vietnam Studies Dana Difilippantonio, Visiting Faculty in Music Dedicated to the Fulbright University Vietnam Class of 2025 Why Do We Hope? celebrates Fulbright University Vietnam’s core values of liberal arts education, academic excellence, and public service at a moment of great opportunities, challenges, and change. It […]

On May 19, Fulbright University Vietnam officially launched the Fulbright Artificial Intelligence (AI) Institute — a bold new initiative to shape Vietnam’s leadership in artificial intelligence through teaching, research, and thought leadership.  Led by Dr. Le Quan, a faculty member in Human-Centered Engineering at Fulbright, and advised by leading AI scientists such as Dr. Le […]

Phạm Quỳnh Hương is a final-year student at Fulbright University Vietnam, majoring in Psychology with a minor in Integrated Sciences. Hương has always been passionate about creating positive change in society. To her, entrepreneurship is not just a short-term project, but a way to pursue the belief that creativity holds true value only when rooted […]

On the 23rd of May 2025, Fulbright University Vietnam was honored to welcome U.S. Ambassador Marc Knapper and Consul General Susan Burns to our Crescent Campus. During their visit, Ambassador Knapper and Consul General Burns engaged in a productive meeting with Fulbright’s leadership. The distinguished guests also took time to chat personally with students, listening […]

On May 16, “Welcome to the Neighborhood” marked the end of the Spring 2025 semester with an exciting showcase of Fulbright students’ final projects and creations. Held at the end of every semester, the event celebrates the dedication, creativity, and academic journey of students across diverse disciplines. The event welcomed a vibrant crowd of students, […]

Recently, Fulbright University Vietnam hosted a distinguished panel discussion attended by the program judges and youth delegates of the Ship for Southeast Asian and Japanese Youth Program (SSEAYP) – the premier government‐sponsored exchange initiative connecting young leaders across Southeast Asia and Japan since 1974 (Vietnam joined in 1996). Coinciding with the 50th anniversary of both […]

The Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation (CEI) are excited to launch the inaugural Fulbright Innovation Bootcamp (FIB) — a unique, intensive program designed specifically for high school and secondary students interested in entrepreneurship and innovation. This 5-day immersive experience will take place at Fulbright University Vietnam, where students will have the opportunity to explore the […]

After more than a week of exciting competition, Sports Week at Fulbright University Vietnam has come to a close, leaving behind a vibrant spirit of sportsmanship and connection across the Fulbright community. Sports Week is an annual event organized by the Student Engagement Office, attracting enthusiastic participations from students, faculties, and staffs both within and […]

Nguyen Cong Thanh, a member of the Fulbright University Vietnam’s Class of 2025, is majoring in Applied Mathematics. Having been a specialized mathematics student with an early inclination towards teaching, Thanh accumulated several years of teaching experience even during his high school years. However, after a year pursuing a degree in Mathematics Education, Thanh realized […]

Ho Bao Tran, a student from the Class of 2025 majoring in Integrated Science at Fulbright University Vietnam, has been awarded the highly competitive Monbukagakusho (MEXT) Scholarship from the Japanese government. Tran will pursue a Master’s degree in Physiology at Nagoya University, a top-tier institution ranked among the leading eight universities in Japan. The MEXT […]

Born in Biên Hòa under the name Trần Trọng Đạt, Richard Streitmatter-Tran—now a faculty member in the Art and Media Studies program at Fulbright University Vietnam—spent his early childhood in an orphanage before being adopted and raised in the United States. His journey back to Vietnam has been an emotional path of rediscovery and personal […]

Nearly 30 students recently came together at Fulbright Leadership Level-up, a program designed to foster self-reflection, enhance leadership skills, and build strong connections. Under the expert guidance of Ms. Amon Huyen Luu, a Forbes Vietnam Under 30 honoree who has inspired many young people, participants explored what it truly means to lead with purpose. As […]

On the afternoon of April 26, the Fulbright University Vietnam student community was filled with excitement at the return of Fulbright Career Day 2025 – the most anticipated annual event organized by the Career Services Office. Throughout the event, Fulbright students embarked on a memorable journey: confidently presenting their personal projects, directly connecting with employers, […]

Amid the busyness of his final year at university, Minh Hiếu (Class of 2025, majoring in Economics) has stayed committed to three major goals he calls his “three pillars”: career, learning, and giving back. Hiếu was selected as one of only seven candidates out of thousands of applicants (aged 18–25) in Young Marketers 2025, earning […]

On April 19th, 2025, Social Studies Symposium—Fulbright’s first student-led initiative for Social Studies major—hosted the full-day event: Social Studies Symposium: First Feast (SSS: First Feast). As a symposium by students and for students, SSS: First Feast brought together over 60 participants within and beyond the Fulbright community, who all shared a passion for Social Studies […]