The ceremony was honored by the presence of Mr. Nakashima Yusuke, Second Secretary of Cultural Affairs Section, Embassy of Japan in Vietnam; Mr. Watanabe Hiroyuki, Chairman of AEON 1% Club Foundation; Ms. Mariko Sasaki – Secretary General of AEON 1% Club Foundation; representatives of member companies of AEON Group in Vietnam; and representatives and students from three universities: University of Social Sciences and Humanities – Vietnam National University, Foreign Trade University (VNU), and Vietnam National University of Agriculture.
Mr. Nakashima Yusuke, Second Secretary of Cultural Affairs Section, Embassy of Japan in Vietnam, highlighted the significance AEON 1% Club Foundation Scholarship: “I believe that the continued expansion of knowledge and enhancement of capabilities among students from all three universities through AEON 1% Club Foundation Scholarship program plays a pivotal role in preparing them to become key personnel responsible for strengthening relations between Vietnam and Japan.”
Mr. Watanabe Hiroyuki, Chairman of AEON 1% Club Foundation, send his congratulations to 48 students: “The scholarships awarded today are fruits of your continuous efforts over the past years. However, I also hope that you will always remember and appreciate the support of your families and teachers, who have accompanied and encouraged you along the way. On the journey ahead, I hope you will continue to strive for academic excellence, broaden your knowledge, and develop your skills, growing into talented individuals who can apply their abilities and make meaningful contributions to the world.“.
At the ceremony, 48 exemplary third and fourth-year students from Vietnam National University of Agriculture, University of Social Sciences and Humanities – VNU and Foreign Trade University were honorably handed scholarship certificates by AEON Group leaders. The scholarships program totaled nearly VND 1 billion. This year’s ceremony marked another milestone in AEON Group’s journey to spread lasting impact and make meaningful contributions to society.
Representing lecturers from three universities, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Dang Hong Son, Vice Rector of the University of Social Sciences and Humanities – VNU, express his sincere appreciation: “AEON Scholarship provides meaningful financial support to Vietnamese students, empowering them to pursue their dreams and aspirations, achieve their academic goals, graduate with distinction, and prepare for meaningful contributions to the workforce. Beyond financial assistance, the scholarship also inspires students to embrace their social responsibilities, particularly in advancing educational opportunities, protecting the environment, and fostering global cultural exchange”.
At the scholarship ceremony, student representatives from all three universities shared their personal stories under the theme “My Dreams”. Through reflections on their experiences and aspirations, the students brought inspiring perspectives on their journeys of growth, self-discovery, and the development of their future goals.
“With FTU’s spirit of initiative, engagement, and responsibility, I aspire to apply the skills I learnt at the university to build more efficient supply chains and improve farmers’ livelihoods.” Ms. Lai Hoai Lam, representing students from Foreign Trade University, shared about her meaningful dream.
The AEON Scholarship Program is one of the AEON 1% Club Foundation’s initiatives to support younger generations in education. Through this scholarship, AEON 1% Club Foundation hopes to empower students to continue learning, develop their capabilities, and gradually step closer to their dream.