2011

In November, the EducationUSA Advising Center has teamed up with the American Center to celebrate International Education Week (IEW) from November 14-18.  Look for programs marked “IEW” and join us to learn about international exchange programs and education in the U.S.!

November 3, 2011
IEW: Open the Door to U.S. Government Sponsored Youth Exchange Programs

Time: Thursday, November 3, 4:00 – 5:30 p.m.
Venue: Conference Room, Rose Garden Tower
Speakers: Alumni of USG sponsored youth exchange programs

November 14, 2011
IEW: U.S. Alumni Panel Discussion

Time: Monday, November 14, 2:00 - 3:30 p.m.
Venue: Conference Room, Rose Garden Tower
Panelists: Alumni of USG sponsored programs.

November 16, 2011
IEW: Study Abroad: Challenges and Benefits

Time: Wednesday, November 16, 3:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Venue: Conference Room, Rose Garden Tower
Panelists: Claire Pierangelo, Deputy Chief of Mission, U.S. Embassy Hanoi, Fulbright Scholar and Fulbright Student

November 17, 2011
IEW: Film Show: Stand and Deliver (1988)

Time: Thursday, November 17, 2:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Venue: Conference Room, Rose Garden Tower
Discussion Host: David Moyer, Deputy Public Affairs Officer, U.S. Embassy Hanoi

November 18, 2011
IEW: International Education Week Celebration

Time: Friday, November 18, 4:00 - 6:00 p.m.
Venue: The American Club, 19 Hai Ba Trung Street, Hanoi

October 14, 2011
How to Choose an Institution That is Right for You

Time: Friday, October 14, 2:00- 3:30 p.m.
Venue: Conference Room, Rose Garden Tower
Speakers: EducationUSA Adviser

EducationUSA continues its series examining the steps toward studying in the U.S. There is a tremendous diversity in the kinds of majors, students, campus environments, entry requirements, tuition fees and living cost options at American universities – which makes the U.S. a top choice for students around the world – but also makes it difficult to sort through.  Join us to find out how to choose the U.S. educational institution that’s best for you!

September 21, 2011
Standardized Tests

Time: Wednesday, September 21, 2:00- 3:30 p.m.
Venue: Conference Room, Rose Garden Tower
Speakers: EducationUSA Adviser; U.S. Alumni- Trinh Dieu Ly, MA

In order to study in the United States, students are required to take standardized tests such as the TOEFL, SAT, ACT, GRE, GMAT, and others. Join us to learn strategies for studying and taking standardized tests successfully.

About the speakers: Trinh Dieu Ly received her MA in TESOL from California State University, East Bay. Ly has spent many years in the U.S. researching and teaching TOEFL ibt, SAT, GRE and GMAT.

August 5, 2011
STEM Fields

Time: Friday, August 5, 8:30- 9:45 a.m.
Venue: Conference Room, Rose Garden Tower
Speakers: Dr Cynthia Chappell, University of Texas; Dr. John Doebley, University of Wisconsin; Dr. Ward O. Winer, Georgia Institute of Technology

Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) are the disciplines with wide arrays of degrees and concentrations available to prospective students. According to the 2010 Open Doors Report, one out of four international students in the U.S. majors in engineering, math or computer science. EducationUSA is very pleased to present three American academics - Dr. Cynthia Chappell from the University of Texas, Dr. John Doebley from the University of Wisconsin and Dr. Ward O. Winer from the Georgia Institute of Technology - to discuss the benefits of studying science, technology, engineering and math in the United States, and answer questions from students and parents.

August 26, 2011
The Sociology of an MBA

 Time: Friday, August 26, 2:00- 3:30 p.m.
Venue: Conference Room, Rose Garden Tower
Speaker: Dr Gregg Brown, Keuka College

The Masters in Business Administration is the most popular advanced degree for Vietnamese students. Join Dr. Gregg Brown from Keuka College to learn more about the many reasons people pursue MBAs, and how people use the degree after graduation.

July 6, 2011
Pre-Departure Orientation: Cracking College- Secrets of Successful Students

Time: Wednesday, July 6, 2:00-3:30 p.m.
Venue: Conference Room, Rose Garden Tower
Host: EducationUSA Adviser; Ms. Yuki Kondo-Shah– Harvard Kennedy School Graduate Student

Now you have confirmed your plans to go to the U.S. to study. Although there are some similarities between classrooms in the U.S. and in Vietnam, you should be aware that there are major differences as well.  The U.S classroom presents a unique blend of pedagogical approaches and cultural values. What then do you need to know and how do you prepare for your transition? This pre-departure orientation will provide you with essential skills and strategies to take on college in the U.S.

July 20, 2011
Preparing Successful Applications

Time: Wednesday, July 20, 2:00-3:30 p.m.
Venue: Conference Room, Rose Garden Tower
Host: EducationUSA Adviser; Ms. Yuki Kondo-Shah– Harvard Kennedy School Graduate Student

Did you know that the application process can vary across the more than 4,900 accredited colleges and universities in the United States?  It is also very important to start this process early in order to complete all of the application requirements and meet deadlines for successful admissions. Application packages require a great deal of preparation and planning. Join EducationUSA advising workshop where experts will offer invaluable insight on how to apply & be admitted at colleges and universities across the U.S.!

About the speaker: Ms. Yuki Kondo-Shah was the admission counselor at Stanford University from 2008 to 2010. Yuki is pursuing her Master’s degree in Public Policy at Harvard Kennedy School to prepare for the foreign service. Yuki is currently doing her summer internship in the Public Affairs Section of the U.S. Embassy in Hanoi.

June 8,2011
Finance Your Studies

Time: Wednesday, June 8, 2:00-3:30 p.m.
Venue: Conference Room, 1st Floor, Rose Garden Tower, 170 Ngoc Khanh St., Hanoi
Host: EducationUSA Adviser

Did you know that U.S. colleges and universities offer millions of dollars in financial aid to international students each year? Join our EducationUSA Adviser to learn more about financing your studies in the United States! Our EducationUSA Adviser will answer your questions and offer invaluable insight on finding and securing financial aid, scholarships, and grants during this workshop.

June 16, 2011
Oral Examination Orientation

Time: Thursday, June 16, 8:30 a.m.- 12:00 noon
Venue: Conference Room, 1st Floor, Rose Garden Tower, 170 Ngọc Khánh St., Hanoi
Host: EducationUSA & VEF

EducationUSA Vietnam in coordination with the Vietnam Education Foundation (VEF) will be hosting an Oral Examination Orientation (OEO) for VEF fellows and other interested audiences. At the Orientation, participants will not only get helpful advice on how best to prepare for fellowship interviews but also have a chance to learn experience and insights gained from VEF fellows who successfully passed the interviews for VEF Fellowship in the most recent cohort of 2011. Remarkably, the presentation by Dr. Lynne McNamara – VEF Executive Director will provide tips and guidance for the VEF interview preparation, in particular and for the VEF fellowship application, in general. This is a valuable opportunity for those who are interested in the VEF Fellowship and graduate studies in the United States. Others who are interested in learning about preparing for fellowship interviews are welcome to attend.

June 22, 2011
Pre-departure Orientation: Things to know before you go

Time: Wednesday, June 22, 2:00-3:30 p.m.
Venue: Conference Room, 1st Floor, Rose Garden Tower, 170 Ngoc Khanh St., Hanoi
Speakers: EducationUSA Adviser; Ms. Yuki Kondo-Shah– Harvard Kennedy School Graduate Student

You are about to leave Vietnam to study in the U.S. and start a new phase of life, but do you know what to expect? No matter where you are from, you are likely to encounter new challenges during your stay in the U.S. Attend our pre-departure orientation workshop to learn about things you need to know and do before you leave home.

May 5, 2011
Community Colleges in the U.S.

Time:                Thursday, May 5, 10:00 - 12:00 noon
Venue:             Conference Room, The Rose Garden Tower, 1st Floor, 170 Ngoc Khanh Street, Hanoi
Host:                EducationUSA
Speakers:        Patrick McGinty, Delaware County Community College   
                        Diane Viverito, Moraine Valley Community College
                        Christa Schulz, Skagit Valley College

There are nearly 1,200 accredited community colleges in the United States. EducationUSA is pleased to host a panel program for a group of three community college representatives from the U.S. The speakers will discuss US higher education and the community college system, key features and special advantages for international students, and also advice on how to choose the community college that is right for you.  Photos and information on several colleges will be provided to give students an overview of the diversity of community colleges in the U.S.

April 8, 2011
Using the Internet to Search for the Right School

Time:              Friday, April 8, 9:30-11:00 a.m.
Venue:           Conference Room, The Rose Garden Tower, 1st Floor, 170 Ngoc Khanh Street, Hanoi
Host:              EducationUSA Adviser

There are more than 4,900 accredited U.S. colleges and universities and almost every school has a website that offers a wealth of information about degree programs, admissions, facilities and other topics. How is it possible to browse all the sites to find the right school? If you plan ahead and do research carefully with the assistance of our EducationUSA Adviser, you can create a manageable list of colleges that meet your needs. Come and join our EducationUSA Adviser to learn how to use the Internet to search for the right school.

March 11, 2011
Writing a Strong Personal Essay

Time: Friday, March 11, 2:00-3:30 p.m.
Venue: Conference Room, The Rose Garden Tower, 1st Floor, 170 Ngoc Khanh Street, Hanoi
Speaker: Prof. Ann Roemer, Utah State University

The college application process is complex and stressful. Students are often anxious about presenting themselves to admissions officers in written work. “I have nothing to write about”. “I don’t know what admissions officers expect to know about me”. “I don’t know how to structure and organize an application essay”. Join Prof. Ann Roemer, Director of Intensive English Language Institute from Utah State University, on March 11th to learn how to write a good essay that would increase your chance of getting into the college of your choice.

February 22, 2011
“How to Prepare for Success in Graduate Studies in the United States”

Time:               10:00-11:30am, Tuesday, February 22, 2011
Venue:            Conference Room, 1st Floor, Rose Garden Tower, 170 Ngoc Khanh Street, Hanoi
Speakers:       VEF Fellows

The Vietnam Education Foundation (VEF) is a U.S. independent Federal Government agency, which began operations in 2003. The VEF mission is to build the bilateral relationship between the United States and Vietnam through educational exchange activities in science, engineering, mathematics, technology, and medicine, including public health. VEF focuses on fellowships and grants for Vietnamese and U.S. nationals and on capacity building projects in Vietnam.

On Tuesday, February 22, 2011, from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., VEF will hold a talk show entitled “How to Prepare for Success in Graduate Studies in the United States”. VEF Fellow, Nguyen Minh Anh, who received the VEF Fellowship in 2007 to pursue Ph.D. degree in Computer Sciences at University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign (UIUC), will lead the show. From his personal experiences of over four years studying at UIUC, Minh Anh will share his observations on strengths and weaknesses of Vietnamese students in the U.S. academic environment, information about the U.S. graduate education system as well as his recommendations to prepare and strike for international scholarships. The talk show will give useful tips to address two questions 1) how to gain admission to the top U.S. schools, and 2) how to be successful in the U.S. academic environment.

VEF welcomes all audiences, who are interested in graduate study in the United States to attend.

VEF is grateful to Education USA of the U.S. Embassy in Hanoi for hosting this talk show.

January 21, 2011
College Search- Find the Right Fit

Time:               Friday, January 21, 2:00-3:30 p.m.
Venue:            Multi-purpose Room, The Rose Garden Tower, 1st Floor, 170 Ngoc Khanh Street, Hanoi
Host:                EducationUSA Adviser

Did you know that there are more than 4,900 accredited U.S. colleges, institutes, and universities to choose from in your search for the right school?  Join our EducationUSA Adviser on January 21st to learn how to sort through the many options available to you so that you can find the college or university that is best suited to meet your needs.