Mr. Phonesy Bounmixay, Consul General of Laos in Ho Chi Minh City, expressed his heartfelt gratitude to HCMCOU for caring and enthusiastically supporting Laos learners. He appreciated the university’s efforts in creating opportunities and favorable conditions for Laos learners to thrive academically and feel at home in the learning environment in Vietnam.

Dr. Lê Nguyễn Quốc Khang also shared the university’s dedication to fostering a multicultural learning environment where foreign learners can maximize their potential and contribute to building a connected university community. He further announced that the university plans to offer more scholarships for foreign learners in the coming academic year, providing opportunities for them to learn and develop in a high-quality and modern educational setting in Vietnam.

Representative of Laos learners – Namthip Manivong shared:
"We deeply appreciate the care and support from the university and the Laos Consulate General. Thanks to this support, we feel secure in our studies and are motivated to participate in university activities. We will continue to work hard to develop ourselves and contribute to society."

Representative of Laos learners – Namthip Manivong shares her thoughts

Leaders, staff, and Laos learners take commemorative photos with the Laos Consulate General.

Sticky Rice Making Activity – “Khao Niew” – Organized by the OU Help To Be Helped Club in Celebration of the 49th Anniversary of the National Day of the Laos People's Democratic Republic

On the afternoon of December 1, 2024, the OU Help To Be Helped Club, under the Office of Student Affairs and Communications, organized a special activity to make sticky rice (Khao Niew), a traditional Laos dish that embodies cultural values and community spirit. This event not only helped Vietnamese learners learn more about Laos cuisine but also created an opportunity for cultural exchange, learning, and fostering friendships between the two nations.

Laos learners and club members take commemorative photos

The activity attracted the enthusiastic participation of Laos learners, creating a joyful and friendly atmosphere. Beyond sticky rice decoration, participants engaged in games and shared stories about the unique cultural characteristics of both countries. The event provided foreign learners with new experiences, built new friendships, and contributed to a united and multicultural learning environment.

Laos learners enjoy decorating sticky rice (Khao Niew)

Sticky rice boxes decorated by Laos learners

Learners excitedly participate in minigames with the OU Help To Be Helped Club

HCMCOU remains committed to promoting activities that facilitate cultural exchange, sharing, and support for foreign learners, contributing to a diverse, creative, and united academic community.