Vietnamese Society: President

Dear lovely Vietnamese people,

I am writing to express my sincere interest in the role of the President within the VietSoc at our university. As a polyglot with a profound appreciation for Vietnamese language and culture, especially the food, I am eager to contribute my enthusiasm to our community.

I am particularly drawn to the VietSoc's commitment to fostering unity among Vietnamese students, and anyone who is interested in learning more about the culture. Despite my lacking knowledge in the Vietnamese culture and language, I am willing to learn more from new people I will meet as the President. I am confident that my passion for our culture, coupled with my people skills, will allow me to introduce our culture to others and make meaningful collaborations with other societies amongst other goals.

Thank you for considering my application. I look forward to the opportunity to contribute to the vibrant Vietnamese community.

"I am grateful for the Vietnamese Society of UCL for being a positive influence in my student life". I know that many members or ex-members might have felt this. I also know that despite there being a Vietnamese society, some students have never engaged with the society until long after they have arrived at UCL. I sympathise with them, I too have felt the loneliness, which have improved so much since I've been to the society's events and meet more people who I feel more connected with. This includes meeting students who just has an interest in Vietnam. I know Viet students who, ever since moving to UCL, feel more detached from their own roots. I bet some of you know them too.

As a Vietnamese student from Vietnam. I stand to change this. I believe it can be improved by looking at why the society exists: To create a supportive community, connecting people from diverse backgrounds with the same interests.

This society provides a precious community for many Viet students to feel more at home while away from our families, and for many non-Viet students to immerse themselves within the Vietnamese culture. I aim to improve connections within all members of the society whether they are Vietnamese students, overseas Vietnamese students or students who are keen to learn about Vietnam. 

I aim to be an active, sociable and supportive president, ensuring the society's positive impact for current and potential students. UCL Vietsoc will become a hub for connections and enjoyment.