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ANNOUNMENT-Regarding the Curriculum of Bachelor’s degree in Communication at The American University in Vietnam.
Details of Announment is here.
Visit to DAVA – A Trip to Remember
On April 10th, 2018, AUV students visited DAVA, the Danang Association for Victims of Agent Orange/Dioxin. The trip was scheduled for Mr. Ben Quick’s Composition class, but in conjunction with student activities, the trip was open to all AUV students and teachers. Mr. Quick, the professor of English Composition, has a particular passion for what DAVA does as his father served in the U.S Army during the Vietnam war to which he was exposed to agent orange. Quick’s inspiration to plan the field trip was to bring attention to the issue of victims from chemical warfare, encouraging students that their …
Interview Skills Workshop for AUV Students
Whatever the job, skill level, or experience, anyone can ace an interview with preparation and practice. The interview skills workshop hosted by the Career Development Center introduced common antics for interviews as our students prepared for summer internship application deadlines. The workshop aimed particularly at what students can do leading up to the interview and what practices to be in the habit of. “Your interview doesn’t just start at the scheduled time,” seminar host professor Jason Nanton said. “It begins when you set foot on the premise. You’re being critiqued as soon as you check in with security or reception.” …
AUV STUDENTS VISITED DNES DANANG
As a part of the Organizational Behaviors Management course, AUV students, led by Dr. Jason Johnson, visited DNES- Danang’s very own business incubator. At DNES, the students discussed with management about workplace environment and human resources management strategies. “We use a personality test as a part of our employee recruitment process. By using this method, we would know a person better and make sure you are recruiting the right person for the right job,” Ms.Nhi, a DNES representative shared. From the critical recruitment process to a creative and comfortable working environment, DNES strategies were an impressive discovery for AUV students. …
RESUME & COVER LETTER WRITING WORKSHOP
With the goal of empowering AUV students to be productive professionals pursuing a fulfilling life through a meaningful career, the Career Development Center hosted a workshop on resume writing this week. Students crafted their resumes during the 45mins session, using notecards to draft ideas and sort out keywords to market their skills. The lunch workshop covered tips on creating a unique resume, steps on constructing a successful objective, and a discussion on why resumes are still an essential aid in today’s job market. Next Tuesday, March 27th students will continue crafting their skills as they workshop their cover letters for …