The 13th K-SPEECH Korean Language Speech Contest

At Lac Hong University (LHU), students are known not only for their academic proficiency but also for their dynamism, resilience, and strong spirit of international integration. A compelling testament to this is the impressive achievement by Korean Studies students from Faculty of Oriental Studies, who recently participated in the 13th K-SPEECH Korean Language Speech Contest, held on May 10, 2025, at Thu Duc College of Technology.

LHU students participated in the 13th National K-SPEECH Korean Language Speech Contest.

In this prestigious academic forum that gathered hundreds of Korean language enthusiasts from across the country, LHU students showcased exceptional confidence, creativity, and language proficiency. They were awarded First Prize in the Group Speech category, an accomplishment that brought the audience to a standing ovation. The performance was meticulously prepared both in content and delivery, reflecting the team’s sharp critical thinking and professional presentation skills.

LHU students won First Prize in the Group Speech category.

Adding to the success, Duong Huynh Bao Tran, a student majoring in Korean Studies, also secured Third Prize in the Individual Speech category, affirming her personal competence and fluent, natural use of the Korean language, as well as her adaptability in handling spontaneous situations.

Duong Huynh Bao Tran, an LHU student, outstandingly secured Third Prize in the Individual Speech category (pictured left).

Winning both First Prize for Group Speech and Third Prize for Individual Speech at a national-level academic competition is not only a point of pride for LHU, but also a clear outcome of a rigorous, proactive, and passionate learning journey. These students learn not just to gain knowledge, but to apply it—expressing their viewpoints in a logical, persuasive, and insightful manner—skills that are essential in the 21st century.

This success is the result of a synergistic effort: the dedicated support of lecturers, the university’s environment that fosters creativity, and above all, the relentless efforts of the students themselves. By actively seeking opportunities, embracing challenges, and welcoming growth through experience, LHU students have leveraged platforms like K-SPEECH to demonstrate their capabilities. Such contests serve as bridges for academic exchange, enhancing Korean language proficiency and critical thinking—skills aligned with the increasing importance of Korean in Vietnam.

LHU students competed at the contest with great enthusiasm and determination.

Through its participation and achievements in events like the K-SPEECH Korean Language Speech Contest, Lac Hong University aims to provide students with meaningful platforms for academic engagement, cross-cultural communication, and global skill development. These efforts directly contribute to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, particularly SDG 4: Quality Education, by promoting inclusive, equitable, and quality learning opportunities, and SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals, through fostering international academic cooperation. LHU’s commitment to nurturing globally competent citizens underscores its mission to not only educate for exams, but to prepare students for global impact—confident, responsible, and future-ready.