Comments on: Vietnamese University Introduces New Majors Due to High Demand

By: Stephen Cook Sr.

Stephen Cook Sr. — Tue, 23 Feb 2010 12:30:00 +0000

That is a loaded question. Leaving politics aside, one aspect intrigues me: How has Vietnam changed, and how have VN communities overseas changed, in let's say 10 years? 20 years? My instinct is that both have changed, or shifted in some very real ways. Has there been drift, are ties among a new generation born overseas as strong as those of their elders in '90, or even 2000? Is the connection the same as elders who have heartfelt longing & memories of a homeland removed; whose eyes fill with tears meeting old neighbors, friends and classmates. Does Vietnam seem more foreign through the eyes of 2nd, or successive generations removed? From the perspective of VN, what has changed in conjunction. For instance, technology has had an enormous impact from 2000-2010. Access to a world outside is easy, and commonplace. Internet remains VN's best entertainment value at 2-3,000 dong an hour, and DV's are packed.Games, news, music, movies, chat rooms, yahoo, and yes even FB Are even politics as divisive as in '90, or 2000?

By: Vinh Dang

Vinh Dang — Tue, 23 Feb 2010 11:43:00 +0000

Isabella, I think we should discuss your questions/concerns internally during our meetings or teleconferences.

By: isabellangalai

isabellangalai — Tue, 23 Feb 2010 07:47:26 +0000

From my interaction with many Vietnamese-Americans directly affected by the war, I sense that they feel a strong reservation to helping students in Vietnam. This may be because many community members are not keen on helping people with possible affiliations to a political party that they may not like. I feel this may be a deterrent in many … See Moreforeigners' willingness to help the country also. Maybe someone can enlighten me on whether or not politics is still a major factor in the matter? While OneVietnam Network may have no political inclination, I think we as a group cannot ignore that this may be a challenge? What do you think?

By: Isabella Nga Lai

Isabella Nga Lai — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 17:46:00 +0000

From my interaction with many Vietnamese-Americans directly affected by the war, I sense that they feel a strong reservation to helping students in Vietnam. This may be because many community members are not keen on helping people with possible affiliations to a political party that they may not like. I feel this may be a deterrent in many foreigners' willingness to help the country also. Maybe someone can enlighten me on whether or not politics is still a major factor in the matter? While OneVietnam Network may have no political inclination, I think we as a group cannot ignore that this may be a challenge? What do you think?

By: Neil Nguyen Huu

Neil Nguyen Huu — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 12:13:00 +0000

There are still many barriers to growth: it is not easy for a foreigner to teach in Vietnam, even when they only teach English. The fact that it takes more than 6 months to obtain a legitimate license to teach English is something bothersome to me. I hope that in the future, the opening of private universities in Vietnam by foreigners will not have to face lengthen processes. (btw, expat are considered foreigners)

By: isabellangalai

isabellangalai — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 09:52:14 +0000

I hope that Vietnam will focus more on Asian language studies. There is such a huge market to be tapped into!

By: Brian Luong

Brian Luong — Sun, 21 Feb 2010 20:01:00 +0000

http://www.nytimes.com/2010/02/21/business/economy/21unemployed.html?pagewanted=1&emgood article to read

By: Isabella Nga Lai

Isabella Nga Lai — Sun, 21 Feb 2010 19:53:00 +0000

Also, the Vietnamese community outside of Vietnam is growing immensely, and many expatriates are acquiring higher education. I can't wait to see the potential this group of future leaders have in influencing the development of Vietnam.

By: Isabella Nga Lai

Isabella Nga Lai — Sun, 21 Feb 2010 19:48:00 +0000

That's amazing! Education is definitely worth investing in, especially for the future development and growth of the country.

By: Brian

Brian — Sun, 21 Feb 2010 03:29:04 +0000

Spanish studies! I can see the value of learning Spanish in America. Most high school students in CA probably took Spanish in high school and/or undergrad.. but is there much value in taking Spanish if you're planning on working in the Asian market..?