Ever wondered where the journey to becoming a global citizen begins for HCM-UTE students? It doesn't stop at classroom lectures—your ticket to the world is always ready for those eager to experience, grow, and break boundaries!
Recently, the MSU INDIE Camp 2026 student exchange program at Mahasarakham University (Thailand) came to a successful close, featuring a proud representative from HCM-UTE. Let’s look back at this vibrant journey and discover how the Office of International Affairs (OIA) empowers students to reach international horizons! 👇
📍 A Journey of Academic & Cultural Enrichment
Nguyen Thai Anh Minh, a student from the Faculty of Foreign Languages (English Language Program) at Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology and Engineering (HCM-UTE), represented the University in the MSU INDIE Camp 2026 held at Mahasarakham University, Thailand, from June 21 to 29, 2026.
Throughout the program, Anh Minh participated in a wide range of academic and intercultural activities, including creative workshops, thematic seminars, project-based learning sessions, Thai cultural experiences, meetings with Mahasarakham University leaders and international peers, as well as a sustainability workshop at the Scholars of Sustenance (SOS) Foundation in Bangkok. A major highlight was the opportunity to collaborate with participants from various countries to develop and present the INDIE Project, strengthening teamwork, creativity, and cross-cultural communication skills.
Beyond academic enrichment, the program provided an invaluable platform to build global friendships with peers from Laos, Singapore, the United States, and Bangladesh—broadening international perspectives while gaining meaningful insights into Thai culture, hospitality, and educational practices.
🌟 Driving Educational Internationalization at HCM-UTE
Through international student exchange programs such as MSU INDIE Camp 2026, HCM-UTE and the Office of International Affairs (OIA) continue to advance the internationalization of higher education. By offering students opportunities to study, collaborate, and thrive in multicultural environments, OIA equips the young generation with essential global competencies to succeed in an interconnected world.
