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Source: Peoples'Friendship University of Russia
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RUDN University hosted the "Vietnam Culture Days" from March 17 to 21. The event was organized by a Vietnamese student association. Guests enjoyed national exhibitions, master classes, traditional games, and a gala concert, "Rassvet," where the younger generation presented their contemporary vision of their homeland's rich heritage.
Getting to Know the Traditions
The week kicked off on March 17 at RUDN University's main building. First Secretary of the Embassy of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam in the Russian Federation Mai Nguyen Tuyet Hoa attended the opening ceremony. The diplomat thanked the university for its support of Vietnamese students and the opportunity to introduce the university's multinational family to the distinctive culture of their country.
An exhibition of artifacts depicting the history and cultural heritage of Vietnam unfolded in the lobby of the main building. A highlight of the day was a performance by the Lotus dance group, a regular participant in university-wide concerts.
The Institute of Russian Language took over the events on March 18. An exhibition hosted within its walls allowed students, especially those new to Russia, to learn about the customs, traditions, and culture of the Asian country.
The central events of the Culture Days took place at the Interclub. The second-floor hall featured a rich exhibition and interactive spaces, including national games and master classes led by the students themselves. The event brought together not only RUDN students but also guests from other Moscow universities, as well as Vietnamese citizens living in Russia.
Unity of tradition and modernity
The final chord was the evening concert "Blossom", the symbolic name of which refers to the images of the four sacred animals of Vietnamese culture – the Dragon, the Unicorn, the Turtle and the Phoenix.
The President of the Vietnamese Student Union, Húa Tran Mai Linh, a student of the Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities, addressed the audience with a heartfelt speech.
"I am deeply moved to stand here in the warm atmosphere of the 'Blossom' gala evening. The theme of our cultural week this year is 'Tinh Hoa' ('Essence'). For us, 'essence' represents values shaped by generations: love for the homeland, the pursuit of knowledge, the spirit of overcoming difficulties, and an unquenchable will to develop. We wanted to convey these cherished meanings to our international friends. Today, Vietnam is confidently entering the international arena—in the economy, science, and technology—while preserving its unique identity. I believe that each of you is part of this journey, because knowledge and friendship are the strongest foundation for the future," said Hua Tran Mai Linh.
The concert program brought together talented students from RUDN University, as well as representatives from the Higher School of Economics, the Kikot Moscow University of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, the State University of Management, MISIS, and the Plekhanov Russian University of Economics.
The audience enjoyed professional vocal and dance performances and also tested their knowledge in a quiz dedicated to the history and modern achievements of Vietnam. The highlight of the evening was a performance of the well-known song "Vietnam," which literally blew the house away.
The event concluded with a group photo session, leaving participants and guests with warm memories and a deep understanding of the cultural essence of the Asian country.
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