2024 Shinnyo-en Scholarship Award Ceremony
In accordance with Plan No. 535/KH-ĐHTCQTKD dated August 26, 2024, on the organization of receiving and awarding the Shinnyo-en Scholarship for the 2024 academic year, UFBA solemnly held the Shinnyo-en Scholarship Award Ceremony on the afternoon of September 27, 2024. The event honored outstanding students from disadvantaged backgrounds who have excelled in their studies.
Overview of the 2024 Shinnyo-en Scholarship Award Ceremony
Attending the ceremony were representatives from the Shinnyo-en Scholarship Foundation, including Mr. Shoji Harashima and Mr. Atsushi Yonekawa from the Social Exchange Department. Representing the Vietnam Study Promotion Fund were Mr. Pham Huy Hoan, former Editor-in-Chief of Dan Tri Newspaper and Vice Chairman of the Fund’s Council, and Ms. Vu Hai Yen from I-Glocal Company. On behalf of UFBA, Dr. Dao Van Tu, Vice President, attended along with leaders from various departments, faculty members, the Youth Union, the Student Association President, and the scholarship recipients.
The Shinnyo-en Scholarship Program, initiated by the Shinnyo-en Organization in Japan, has been implemented in Vietnam since 2006. Over the years, the foundation has provided scholarships to underprivileged students, supported educational development by funding infrastructure projects such as bridge construction, equipping schools with learning materials, and undertaking numerous meaningful initiatives to enhance education.
In 2024, UFBA continued to receive support from the Vietnam Study Promotion Fund and the Shinnyo-en Scholarship Foundation, awarding 40 scholarships worth VND 2,904,000 per student, with a total value of VND 116,160,000. The university’s selection committee chose 40 students from cohorts K9, K11, and K12 who demonstrated academic excellence and perseverance despite financial difficulties. This scholarship serves as well-deserved recognition for their relentless efforts.
Mr. Bui Van Bang, Director of the Student Support and Business Relations Center, announcing the decision to award the Shinnyo-en scholarships.
Mr. Atsushi Yonekawa from the Social Exchange Department and Mr. Pham Huy Hoan, former Editor-in-Chief of Dan Tri Newspaper and Vice Chairman of the Vietnam Study Promotion Fund, presenting the scholarships to the students.
Mr. Shoji Harashima from the Social Exchange Department and Dr. Dao Van Tu, UFBA Vice President, presenting scholarships to the recipients.
Speaking on behalf of the Shinnyo-en Foundation, Mr. Atsushi Yonekawa expressed, "Each scholarship we offer may seem modest, but it carries our heartfelt hopes and aspirations for the students. Your continuous academic progress is the most valuable reward we could expect"
Mr. Atsushi Yonekawa from the Social Exchange Department speaking on behalf of Shinnyo-en Scholarship Foundation
On behalf of the university, Dr. Dao Van Tu extended his gratitude to the sponsors for their meaningful contribution. He also encouraged the students to keep striving for excellence to honor the generosity of their benefactors.
Dr. Dao Van Tu, UFBA Vice President, delivering remarks
Representing the scholarship recipients, Le Thi Tuyen from TM9A shared her heartfelt gratitude: "We are overjoyed and deeply honored to receive this scholarship from Japan's Shinnyo-en Organization. It is not only a significant material support but also a great source of motivation for us. We sincerely thank the sponsors, our university, and our dedicated teachers for always supporting us in our academic journey. This scholarship means the world to me, and I promise to work even harder in my studies."
The ceremony concluded with a commemorative photo session, capturing a meaningful moment of encouragement and inspiration for all recipients of the Shinnyo-en Scholarship 2024.
Le Thi Tuyen from TM9A Em Lê Thị Tuyền representing the scholarship recipients, delivering a speech.
Delegates and scholarship recipients taking commemorative photos
