Strengthening Academic Ties: Hoa Sen University’s Collaborative Meeting with Sofia University, USA
In a significant step towards expanding its global academic network, Hoa Sen University (HSU) recently hosted a delegation from Sofia University, USA. The meeting, which took place on October 23, 2024, marked a pivotal moment in fostering international collaboration between these two esteemed institutions.
Sofia University, located in Palo Alto, California, USA, is a renowned institution with strengths in psychology, education, and human development. Founded in 1975, Sofia University has pioneered programs focused on consciousness-based education and personal growth, emphasizing the integration of academic knowledge and spiritual development. The university is dedicated to fostering interdisciplinary learning and has extensive international collaboration partnerships.
Attending the meeting, from the Sofia University, Dr. Carol Humphreys, President, Sofia University; Mr. Doan Huu Duc, LMoroccan Honorary Consul & Lead Advisor, Honorary Consulate of Morocco in HCMC & MPI National Innovation Center; Dr. Simone DiMatteo, Chair, MBA & BS in Business Administration Programs; Mrs. Lin Zhang, Associate Director of Global College, Global Engagement; Mr. Steven Liu, Chief Representative for the Asia-Pacific Region and Mrs. Jingjing Zhang, China Office Representative. On behalf of Hoa Sen University are: Asso. Prof. Dr. Vo Thi Ngoc Thuy, President, Hoa Sen University; Dr. Ho Thi My Linh, Head of Global Engagement Office; Dr. Doan Minh Chau, Dean of the Institute of Graduate Studies & Leadership and Mr. Nguyen Phi Long, Deputy Director, Student Care, Hoa Sen University welcoming the international delegation. Both sides engaged in lively discussions about potential cooperation in areas such as student and faculty exchange, research collaboration, and the development of interdisciplinary courses between Vietnam and the USA.
The talks centered around several exciting avenues for collaboration:
1. Development of joint academic programs
2. Establishment of student exchange initiatives
3. Organization of international conferences
4. Exploration of other innovative collaborative projects
This meeting builds upon Hoa Sen University’s already impressive track record of international partnerships, further cementing its position as a forward-thinking institution committed to providing global educational experiences for its students.
“We are thrilled about the potential of this partnership with Sofia University,” said Asso. Prof. Dr. Vo Thi Ngoc Thuy, President, Hoa Sen University. “This collaboration aligns perfectly with our mission to offer our students diverse, international perspectives and to expand our global academic footprint.”
The proposed partnership is expected to create numerous opportunities for students, faculty, and staff from both institutions. It will enable cultural exchange, foster academic innovation, and provide students with invaluable international exposure crucial in today’s globalized world.
As both universities move forward to finalize the details of this collaboration, there is palpable excitement about the future. This partnership between Hoa Sen University and Sofia University represents a significant step in international academic cooperation, promising to enrich the educational landscape for students on both sides of the Pacific.
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