Halloween - Colors of integration and identity of Hung Vuong University students

Originating from the traditional festival of the Celts in Europe, Halloween has now become a global cultural feature. At Hung Vuong University, the festival is held annually for students of the Faculty of English Pedagogy and English Language, not only bringing a vibrant and creative atmosphere but also an opportunity to exchange, practice skills and affirm Vietnamese cultural identity in the integration flow.

Hung Vuong University students in Halloween costumes

The origin of Halloween began more than 2,000 years ago, when the Celts in Ireland and Scotland celebrated the Samhain festival to mark the end of the harvest and the beginning of winter. According to ancient beliefs, on the night of October 31, the boundary between the living and the spirit world becomes fragile, people light lanterns, dress up to ward off bad luck and pray for good luck. Over time, this festival has been introduced to many countries and has become a cultural symbol with a joyful, creative spirit, close to young people around the world.

Catching up with that trend, Hung Vuong University has made Halloween an annual activity, creating a playground for English students to demonstrate their foreign language skills, event organization skills and understanding of international culture. This year, the program was organized by K21 English Pedagogy students, with the companionship of K23 English Language students, bringing a colorful, attractive and meaningful festival night.

Phung Thi Ngan, a student of K21 English Pedagogy, shared: "We not only want to transform into funny Halloween characters, but also want to bring a message about cultural connection and creativity of youth."

The hall space became magical with lights, music and elaborate performances - from stage skits, costume fashion shows to impressive English presentations.

Ms. Nguyen Thi Thu Hang - Deputy Head of the English Department, said: "This is an opportunity for students to experience English practice, learn about Western culture, and at the same time demonstrate their creativity. However, the department always encourages students to preserve and integrate Vietnamese cultural elements in each performance."

In fact, many performances this year cleverly combined Vietnamese folk costumes and Halloween elements, creating unique and rich highlights.

Student Hoang Quang Huy - K23 English Language course excitedly shared: "Halloween at Hung Vuong is not only for fun, but also an opportunity for us to practice confidence, communication skills and strengthen team spirit."

Halloween at Hung Vuong University is therefore not simply an imported festival, but a symbol of the spirit of integration - bravery - creativity of students of the homeland. From a Western holiday, Halloween has been given a new look - imbued with Vietnamese culture and filled with the enthusiasm of Hung Vuong youth.

Trong Khanh, Do Tung

Source: https://baophutho.vn/halloween-sac-mau-hoi-nhap-va-ban-sac-sinh-vien-dai-hoc-hung-vuong-241961.htm