Two HaUI teams earn top awards at "Cultural colors of Vietnam - Japan" competition

Students from the Tourism programme at Hanoi University of Industry (HaUI) delivered strong performances at the "Cultural colors of Vietnam - Japan" competition, demonstrating creativity, communication skills, and a contemporary approach to cultural storytelling.

Competing with teams from 24 universities nationwide, Mochi Mochi, representing the School of Foreign Languages and Tourism, HaUI, was awarded First Prize in the final round. Another team from HaUI, Arigato-Phở, received the Media Ambassador Award and the Companionship Award, contributing to the University’s notable achievements at the competition.

The Mochi Mochi and Arigato-Phở teams from the School of Foreign Languages and Tourism, Hanoi University of Industry (HaUI), delivered impressive performances at the final round of the "Cultural colors of Vietnam - Japan" competition

Mochi Mochi impressed the jury with a coherent and engaging presentation style, effectively conveying cultural similarities and differences between Viet Nam and Japan through familiar aspects such as cuisine, tourism, and daily life. Their approach enabled clear audience engagement and demonstrated strong communication and presentation skills.

The Mochi Mochi team from Hanoi University of Industry (HaUI) won First Prize at the final round of the "Cultural colors of Vietnam - Japan" competition

Arigato-Phở adopted a more dynamic and accessible communication style, focusing on everyday cultural elements such as food and lifestyle. The team was recognised for its effective teamwork, consistency in delivery, and strong audience engagement throughout the competition.

The Arigato-Phở team from Hanoi University of Industry (HaUI) was awarded the Media Ambassador Award and the Companionship Award in recognition of their dynamic, creative, and engaging performance.

The achievements of HaUI students reflect the University’s emphasis on practice-oriented education and experiential learning. In addition to academic knowledge, students are provided with opportunities to participate in competitions, projects, and practical activities that contribute to the development of essential professional competencies, including communication skills, foreign language proficiency, teamwork, and problem-solving abilities.

Dr. Nguyen Phuong Thao, Dean of the Faculty of Tourism, School of Foreign Languages and Tourism, HaUI

According to Dr. Nguyen Phuong Thao, Dean of the Faculty of Tourism, School of Foreign Languages and Tourism, HaUI, the Department prioritises integrating academic training with practical experience and contemporary industry trends. Students are encouraged to engage in academic activities, professional competitions, exchange programmes, and experiential learning initiatives designed to enhance their employability, creativity, and adaptability in an international environment.

Tran Thi Ngoc Anh, a final-year student in Tourism, has demonstrated strong performance in both academic and extracurricular activities at HaUI.

One of the members of the Mochi Mochi team is Tran Thi Ngoc Anh, a final-year Tourism student who has actively participated in various academic and extracurricular activities at HaUI. Through sustained engagement and continuous effort, she has developed strong academic and professional competencies alongside her studies.

The achievements of Mochi Mochi and Arigato-Phở at the "Cultural colors of Vietnam - Japan" competition highlight the growing capacity of HaUI students in cultural communication and creative expression, reflecting the University’s commitment to training students who are confident, competent, and responsive to the demands of a globalised tourism industry.