Orientation Ceremony marks exciting faculty and student exchange between NAU and NEUST

          Nghe An University, Vietnam – On 22 April, 2025, Nghe An University (NAU) hosted an illustrious Orientation Ceremony to inaugurate the start of a Faculty and Student Exchange Program with Nueva Ecija University of Science and Technology (NEUST), Philippines. This initiative represents the growing international partnerships fostered by NAU and highlights our commitment to cross-cultural education.

The event began with a warm welcome from Dr. Nguyen Ngoc Hieu, President of Nghe An University, accompanied by the university’s key leaders. In his remarks, he emphasized the profound importance of international collaboration in enhancing students’ global competencies. Dr. Hieu also underscored NAU’s strong commitment to building a dynamic platform for mutual learning, research cooperation, and cultural exchange between the two Universities.

Representing NEUST, Associate Professor Dr. Feliciana P. Jacoba, the Vice President of NEUST expressed her heartfelt excitement and gratitude for the opportunity to engage in this meaningful international collaboration. She emphasized that the partnership between NEUST and NAU not only opens new doors for academic growth but also fosters cross-cultural understanding, professional development, and the exchange of innovative ideas. Dr. Jacoba affirmed NEUST’s strong commitment to nurturing this partnership through joint activities, faculty and student mobility, and future research initiatives that will benefit both institutions.

This immersive program offers students and faculty a unique opportunity to broaden their academic and cultural horizons through firsthand international experience. Participants will engage in collaborative learning, attend specialized lectures and workshops, and take part in cultural exchange activities that highlight the richness of Vietnamese culture. From traditional cuisine and music to historical landmarks and local customs, the program allows NEUST delegates to experience the vibrant heritage of Vietnam. Beyond the classroom, the initiative fosters meaningful connections, promotes mutual respect, and lays the foundation for long-term academic and professional partnerships between NAU and NEUST.

The Orientation Ceremony marked the official start of a promising exchange program and reinforced the growing academic and cultural partnership between Nghe An University and Nueva Ecija University of Science and Technology. This collaboration offers valuable opportunities for both institutions to enhance global perspectives, foster mutual understanding, and contribute to the development of well-rounded students and faculty. Moving forward, the program will provide a platform for continued academic exchange, cultural enrichment, and the building of lasting professional relationships.