The seminar is an open academic forum for students from three training units: the Department of Korean Studies - Faculty of Oriental Studies - Hanoi University of Social Sciences and Humanities (USSH, Hanoi), the Department of Korean Language - Ha Long University (UHL), and the Department of Korean Studies - Thai Nguyen University of Science (TNUS), within the framework of the Korean Studies Seed Project.
This is a valuable academic platform that provides students with opportunities to present their research findings, hone their critical thinking skills, and share academic perspectives on Korean culture and history.
The highlight of the seminar was not only the meticulously prepared presentations but also the open academic exchange between students and experts. Critical questions and suggestions helped clarify issues while enhancing students' research and presentation skills.
At the seminar, lecturers and students from various universities presented papers and discussed current issues of interest, such as: Korean and Vietnamese beliefs through the Dangun Mythology and the Legend of the Dragon and the Immortal (student Le Thi Nga - University of Social Sciences and Humanities); Marriage between Vietnamese women and Korean men in Korea, the current situation and government policies towards multicultural families (Dang Thi Bich Dao - student of the University of Science, Thai Nguyen University); Communication of Korean cultural heritage: lessons for Vietnam in promotion and public outreach (student Nguyen Huong Giang - Ha Long University).
The discussions offered several suggestions aimed at improving the effectiveness of support for Vietnamese women in their integration into Korean society; and new solutions and directions for Vietnam in promoting cultural heritage, fostering community participation, and creating a vibrant link between heritage and the public.
The second session of the seminar featured perspectives on Korean history with three topics: “From Misconceptions to Correct Understanding: A Vietnamese Student's Perspective on Korean Culture and History” (Student Ly Van Thang - Ha Long University); “The Gwangju Democratization Movement through the Novel “The Nature of Man”” (Student Le Minh Quan (University of Social Sciences and Humanities)), “The Foreign Relations Activities of the Shilla State in Ancient Korean History (4th-7th Centuries)” (Student Than Thi Khanh Van - University of Science, Thai Nguyen University).
The seminar demonstrated the important role of the Korean Studies Seed Project in promoting the spirit of scientific research at the university level, while strengthening cooperation among the three training institutions. In addition, it contributed to fostering understanding of the culture, history, and friendly relations between Vietnam and Korea.
