ISNOW 2025: Christmas Gala strengthens international student community


Amid the festive atmosphere of the year-end holiday season, International School, Vietnam National University, Hanoi, hosted the ISNOW Christmas Gala on the evening of 25 December.
This annual event, marked by a strong international spirit, aims to foster connection, sharing, and the celebration of multicultural values among international students, learners, and faculty members studying and working at the School.

School leaders and international faculty

School leaders presented Christmas gifts to international faculty members, learners, and students attending the programme.


In recent years, international students have not only been actively engaged in academic activities but have also played a central role in cultural exchange programmes, student initiatives, and institutional development. Many of their ideas, feedback, and proposals have been adopted by the School, contributing to improvements in student support services, management, and international student care.

Activity 1
Activity 2

International students received awards in the “Dear Santa – Multilingual Santa Letters” writing contest.

In the lead-up to ISNOW 2025, the School organised a series of pre-event activities, notably the “Dear Santa – Multilingual Santa Letters” competition, which attracted more than 70 entries from students, including a large number of international participants. This year’s ISNOW programme also recorded strong interest and high registration from the international student community.

Champagne Toast

A champagne toast was held to celebrate Christmas.

Student Participation

Students enthusiastically took part in the activities throughout the event.

ISNOW 2025 was not only an opportunity to welcome the Christmas season in a warm and friendly atmosphere but also a platform for connection and exchange, helping international students feel more closely connected to the School while clearly reflecting its learner-centred and internationalisation-oriented vision.

Festive Space

A warm and festive space welcoming the Christmas season.

Through the programme, VNU International School reaffirmed its commitment to accompanying, supporting, and creating favourable conditions for international students to thrive in a multicultural, integrated, and sustainable learning environment.