This year, the University of Social Sciences and Humanities has 5 candidates who scored 25.5 points on the entrance exam for Group C and 1 candidate who scored 26.5 points on the entrance exam for Group D. These are all outstanding representatives of the new students of the QH-2012-X cohort.
1. Vu Thi Cam Tu (Faculty of Journalism and Communication) - top student in Group D
Studying in the specialized Chinese class at Tran Phu High School (Hai Phong), Vu Thi Cam Tu maintained excellent academic performance throughout her three years of high school and faced many choices in the university entrance exam. While 20 out of 37 students in her class chose International Trade, Cam Tu chose her own path by applying to the Faculty of Journalism and Communication at the University of Social Sciences and Humanities. Tu shared: “I chose the Faculty of Journalism and Communication because I learned that it provides a very broad and solid foundation for journalism, giving me a wider range of career options. I want to work in journalism to travel more, interact more, explore life from many depths and breadths, thereby expanding my knowledge and understanding of life and society.” She also enjoys participating in Youth Union and Student Association activities, social activities, especially volunteer work, and hopes that her profession will help society empathize with and care more about those less fortunate. Cẩm Tú's favorite quote: "Nothing is impossible."
2. Nguyen Cao Yen Binh (Department of Linguistics)
Studying in the History specialization class at Chu Van An High School (Hanoi), Yen Binh has loved history since childhood. She believes history recounts fascinating stories of the past and leaves behind valuable life lessons. She won first prize in History at the city level and third prize in the Ba Dinh-Tay Ho cluster History Olympic competition in 11th grade. Yen Binh chose the University of Social Sciences and Humanities because she greatly admires the stature and rich tradition of a leading university in social sciences and humanities nationwide. She hopes that studying Linguistics will allow her to delve deeper into the language, culture, and history of the nation. Binh plans to apply to the university's internationally accredited Linguistics program, improve her foreign language skills, and seek scholarships both domestically and internationally. Yen Binh aspires to work as a teacher in subjects related to language and culture in the future.
3. Pham Thi Trang (Faculty of Journalism and Communication)
Pham Thi Trang studied in the Literature class at Quang Trung High School (Hai Phong) and was an excellent student in Literature for many years. Describing herself as an introvert and somewhat shy, Trang chose journalism as a career because she wanted to change herself, to become more dynamic and confident. Trang hopes that journalism will give her the opportunity to experience life more fully and do many meaningful things for people and society. Her high university entrance exam scores are a gift she wants to give first and foremost to her mother, as her mother is the person closest to her and has encouraged her the most in life. Trang believes that university is a very important turning point in her life. University is an environment that helps students become independent, better understand their future, and learn how to integrate into a large group. Trang particularly loves a quote from the diary of the heroine Dang Thuy Tram: "Life must go through storms, but one must not bow down before the storms," and she believes that difficulties and obstacles are sometimes necessary so that when we overcome them, we will become more mature and stronger.
4. Bui Phuong Thao (Department of International Studies)
Bui Phuong Thao attends Bai Chay High School (Quang Ninh province) and excels in Literature and History. She won a Provincial Encouragement Award in History in 11th grade and a Third Prize in Literature in 12th grade. She believes that to excel in academics, one must have a passion and love for the subject, coupled with diligent research and memorization of the learned material. Phuong Thao is interested in International Studies, hoping to travel to many countries and learn about nations around the world. She also greatly admires those working in diplomacy, recognizing their talent, dynamism, perceptiveness, and skillful approach to foreign affairs, which ultimately benefits the country. Phuong Thao shared that she is very impressed with her new university – a renowned university offering diverse programs and boasting a team of excellent and experienced professors. Students also have many opportunities for recreation and clubs where they can learn through play… Phuong Thao enjoys collecting many proverbs, and one of her favorites is: “Dreams are not something readily available, but they are not something impossible to achieve either.”
5. Tran Thi Huyen (Department of Oriental Studies)
Tran Thi Huyen is a high school student specializing in Literature at Vinh Phuc High School for the Gifted. She has achieved many accomplishments in the Literature subject in the provincial-level Literature competition: First Prize in Literature in 10th grade, Silver Medal in Literature at the Hung Vuong Summer Camp competition for the Northern mountainous provinces in 2010, Third Prize in Literature in 11th grade, and an Encouragement Award for advanced level (participating in the 12th grade Literature competition as an 11th-grade student). Huyen enjoys learning foreign languages, especially the cultures of Asian countries. She wants to study Japanese Studies in the Faculty of Oriental Studies because she is fascinated by the values and unique characteristics of this culture. Huyen says: “The Japanese have many admirable qualities that we need to learn from, such as self-respect, discipline, and perseverance in overcoming difficulties. Their culture is also very diverse, colorful, subtle, and unique, unlike any other nation.” Huyen believes that her time in university will be a valuable opportunity to learn, become independent, and gain many life experiences. She will strive to study well and actively participate in class activities and student union activities. Huyen always keeps in mind that: "In life, there are no dead ends, only boundaries; the important thing is to have the strength to cross those boundaries."
6. Nguyen Thi Chau Loan (Department of Oriental Studies)
Nguyen Thi Chau Loan is a literature major at Vinh Phuc High School for Gifted Students. Chau Loan says she loves journalism, especially radio broadcasting, and dreams of becoming a radio announcer. Therefore, before applying to university, she initially planned to apply to a journalism school. However, the Oriental Studies department at the University of Social Sciences and Humanities was her final choice. She explained: “I researched the Oriental Studies program and found it particularly interesting. I also enjoy traveling and exploring the cultures of different regions, especially Eastern cultures. When I go to university, I will try my best to study abroad and become a skilled translator.” Loan added: “However, I haven't given up my passion for journalism and will consider it a side job in the future, if possible. Besides, with a humanities degree, I can still work in journalism after graduation!” What's particularly interesting and surprising about this girl is that the humanities subjects aren't her strongest or favorite subjects. Loan revealed that her greatest strength and favorite subject is Chemistry. Her Chemistry grades at school were always top of her class, reaching an impressive 9.8. However, to pursue her dream, she decided to specialize in Literature and study the humanities subjects. In her 11th grade year, Loan won third prize in the provincial-level Literature competition and consistently maintained a top academic record in her class.
