Mahasarakham University (MSU), established in 1967, is a public and progressive university located in the heart of the Northeast of Thailand. It is offering up to 3 scholarships to FFL undergraduate students in participating in its MSU INDIE Camp 2024. INDIE stands for inclusivity, diversity, and equity.

The MSU Indie Camp 2024 offers an enriching experience for students and young enthusiasts to engage in critical global issues while enjoying the beautiful landscapes of MSU and Phuket. Set to run from February 19-27, this camp promises a blend of learning and leisure, with a comprehensive scholarship package that includes accommodation, meals, transportation, and entry to tourist attractions. Participants will delve into pressing themes such as Climate Change, Plural Society, and Animal Rights, fostering a deeper understanding and commitment to these crucial topics. 

The camp aims to empower student voice, agency, and leadership through a wide range of activities organized at the camp. Our activities are designed to provide students with the knowledge, skills and experience necessary for their present and future academic and professional endeavours. The students will have opportunities to explore issues related to inclusion, diversity, and equity. Their contributions and commitment to the program will enable MSU to establish a network of youth leaders who work together towards promoting inclusivity, diversity, and equity. These youth leaders will be encouraged to embrace a global mindset while treasuring their local identities.

MSU INDIE Camp 2024 welcomes undergraduate students who hope to explore more about their talents, shortcomings, and identities while discovering ways to promote values of inclusivity, diversity, and equity in different contexts.

Eligibility Criteria

  1. Being Vietnamese undergraduate students currently studying at FFL, HCMUTE
  2. Having a good command of English language
  3. Being able to participate in the entire program from February 19 to February 27 
  4. Demonstrating leadership, solidarity, and social maturity by being actively involved in community or university activities
  5. Showing skills and achievements beyond the area of academics
  6. Demonstrating interest in promoting inclusivity, diversity, and equity in higher education.

Focuses

  1. Transferable skills embedded in different activities
  2. Main themes
  3. Climate change
  4. Plural society
  5. Animal rights
  6. Inclusion, diversity, and equity

Scholarship values

  • Registration fee 
  • Tuition and study materials 
  • Accommodation (shared room)
  • Meals (Breakfast and lunch)
  • Transportation during the camp
  • All tours and entry tickets to tourist attractions
  • Certificate of participation

Students are responsible for their international and/or domestic air tickets, visa fees and personal expenses. No visa to Thailand is required from Vietnamese passport holder, actually.

 

Tentative program

  • Day 0 (February 18): Campers travelling to MSU (Pick up services at Khon Kaen Airport and Mahasarakham Bus Station)
  • Days 1-3 (February 19-21) Mahasarakham University, Maha Sarakham, Thailand
  • Day 1: Ice-breaking & Campus Tour
  • Day 2: INDIE Talks
  • Day 3: INDIE Talks
  • Days 4-9 (February 22-27) in Phuket, Thailand
  • Day 4 (February 22): Leaving for Phuket
  • Day 5-6 (February 23-24): Study visits
  • Day 7 (February 25): Working on your INDIE projects & Free at your leisure 
  • Day 8 (February 26): INDIE Project Presentation
  • Day 9 (February 27): Leaving Phuket for MSU/your country (Drop off service at Phuket Airport on February 27 for international students)

Registration

  • Registration is open at <<here> >
  • Registration deadline: 28 November 2023

Selection process

  • A selection panel from FFL will shortlist the applications on 29-30 November 2023
  • Shortlisted candidates will be interviewed on 1 December – 9 December 2023
  • Scholarships awarded will be announced on 11-12 December 2023 

 

Contacts

Nguyễn Thị Khánh Phương