Hanoi University of Mining and Geology holds opening ceremony for Polish language and culture course

02/10/2026

On the afternoon of 1 October 2026, Hanoi University of Mining and Geology (HUMG) held the opening ceremony for its Polish Language and Culture Course in Pho Yen Meeting Room, welcoming students from HUMG and several nearby universities. The course is taught by Ms. Weronika Paulina Rossa, a Polish lecturer assigned to HUMG by the Polish National Agency for Academic Exchange (NAWA) under the NAWA Lecturers Programme.

This is the second Polish Language and Culture Course offered at HUMG, building on the language, cultural and academic exchanges undertaken as part of the University’s longstanding cooperation with Polish partners. The course enables students to learn Polish and gain a deeper understanding of Poland’s culture, people and everyday life without leaving their university.

Speaking at the opening ceremony, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nguyen Thi Hoai Nga, Head of the International Office, expressed her appreciation to the Embassy of Poland in Hanoi and NAWA for supporting the programme, particularly through NAWA’s assignment of a lecturer to HUMG for nearly a full academic year. She emphasised that learning a new language helps learners understand another country and its culture while broadening their knowledge, enriching their experiences and expanding their international connections. She hoped that participants would enjoy memorable learning experiences with Ms. Weronika Paulina Rossa, deepen their understanding of Poland and discover further opportunities for study and international exchange.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nguyen Thi Hoai Nga, Head of the International Office, delivered remarks at the opening ceremony

During the ceremony, Ms. Weronika Paulina Rossa briefly introduced herself and her role as a Polish language lecturer. Taking a friendly, interactive approach, she asked students why they had chosen to learn Polish and highlighted the opportunities it could open up for communication, friendship, travel, study and work in Poland. She also introduced some basic features of Polish, explaining that it is an interesting language with its own challenges, and encouraged students to become familiar with it step by step throughout the course.

Ms. Weronika Paulina Rossa spoke at the opening ceremony

Immediately after the ceremony, participants attended their first lesson, which introduced the Polish language and basic aspects of Poland’s culture and everyday life. The lively classroom atmosphere and active interaction between the lecturer and students marked an enthusiastic start to their exploration of a new language and culture.

Students attended the first session of the Polish Language and Culture Course

Over the years, HUMG has maintained and developed cooperation with numerous Polish universities and organisations in education, exchange programmes, research and academic exchange. Offering the Polish Language and Culture Course again enriches the student experience and helps strengthen ties between HUMG and its Polish partners, laying the foundation for future opportunities for study, exchange and international engagement.

Students posed for a group photo at the opening ceremony

 

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