{"id":10928,"date":"2026-10-31T13:36:37","date_gmt":"2026-10-31T06:36:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dsa.ueh.edu.vn\/en\/?p=10928"},"modified":"2026-10-31T13:40:26","modified_gmt":"2026-10-31T06:40:26","slug":"the-october-express-a-journey-through-the-station-of-youth","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dsa.ueh.edu.vn\/en\/career\/the-october-express-a-journey-through-the-station-of-youth\/","title":{"rendered":"The October Express: A Journey through the station of youth"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

As the October rain gave way to the crisp autumn breeze, UEH English Zone embraced a fresh, new look. Every activity here felt like a train carriage carrying us through different emotional stops, creating a journey filled with inspiring knowledge and memorable experiences. October was more than just a series of English sessions; it became a chest of warm memories cherished by every UEHer. Let\u2019s look back at this sweet trip and hold onto your ticket for our upcoming rides with English Zone!<\/p>\n\n\n

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Station 1: Recharge & Open Station – Reflecting Gen Z Life and Mindset via EZ Talks<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

This was a complete journey of learning and personal growth from diverse perspectives: from taking valuable lessons to heart in “The Living Tales” to asking oneself, “What do I need to be a master?” on the path toward a future career. Even when we fell into the trap of impulsive spending with a “Take my money!” mindset, we still found a way back to manage our personal finances and balance our lifestyle. There, we learned to weigh between “To express” and “To impress”, while gaining insightful lessons and heartfelt advice from “Advisor or advise”.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

All the hustle, worries, and first steps of college life were neatly packed into these cozy stops. Here, UEH students are not only practicing English but also opening up, unraveling their inner doubts, and growing into better versions of themselves every single day.<\/p>\n\n\n

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An insightful EZ Talks session featuring \u201cWhat do I need to be a master?\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Station 2: The “Silver Screen” Station – Where Cinema Mirrors the Inner World of Youth<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Spending afternoons at English Zone, we got drawn into the movie “At What Cost?”. The film brings up a real question about survival: How far would people go to stay alive, and what price are they willing to pay? When the lights turned back on, it left us thinking about how we would react if we were ever pushed to the edge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

“Dog-tired,” a short film about burnout, gently eased that heavy feeling and truly spoke to our hearts. It captured the quiet exhaustion from endless studying and peer pressure, making us feel genuinely understood. In that cozy room, these short films felt like a warm embrace, reminding us that while feeling drained is real, kindness and empathy are always here to recharge us for the roads ahead.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Lively discussion around the “At what cost?” screening<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Station 3: DIY Station – Crafting Love with Passionate Hands<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sometimes, feelings are hard to put into words, so they were gently shaped into every loop and curve at “Petals of Gratitude.” In the warm air of October, colorful pipe cleaners were transformed into unique, sweet flowers \u2014 a heartfelt gift of appreciation for wonderful women on Vietnamese Women\u2019s Day (October 20th).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Without anything grand, the quiet patience poured into making each petal turned the room into a peaceful haven. Laughter echoed and genuine stories were shared, leaving all academic stress far behind.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Students creating beautiful pipe cleaner flowers by hand<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Station 4: The “Intersection” Station  – ECOFF & BELL UEH Junction on Gen Z Themes<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The ECOFF x EZ series (issues #95 to #97) and the joint campaign between BELL UEH & ENGLISH ZONE (Somnium & Fan-cination) felt like a full youth train ride carrying the mindset and aspirations of university students:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  • Self-Discovery Journey: The train departed emotionally from carriage #95 (If Money Didn’t Matter…), encouraging students to name their purest dreams. It moved slowly past memory station #96 (Dear Freshman Me) with forgiving notes for naive first-year selves, before speeding up at carriage #97 (Unpopular Opinions) to cheer for brave individuality.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Language & Passion Hub: The track expanded further thanks to the strategic alliance of Speaking Group Extended. Carriage SOMNIUM nurtured fledgling dreams, while FAN-CINATION fueled youthful passion, creating an open space for Gen Z to raise their voices and connect globally.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    Together, they wove a sweet journal of growing up: from understanding the past to confidently showing who we are to the world.<\/p>\n\n\n

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    Fairytale dreams revealed in \u201cSOMNIUM\u201d<\/em><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n

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    Reflections on the freshman year journey in \u201cDear Freshman Me\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Station 5: “Board Game Arena” \u2014 Mind Games & Pure Fun<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Our final stop closing out October was a lively corner filled with laughter, where precarious wooden blocks and drawn cards brought everyone together. We held our breath pulling blocks in Taboo x Jenga and searched for trust in a suspicious world in Avalon and The Resistance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    There were moments of uncontrollable laughter over fast deals in Monopoly BID, and playful chaos with Happy Salmon. Hearts beat fast during Werewolves as wolves were exposed, cute moments unfolded in Stitches, imaginations ran free in Unstable Unicorns, and clever strategy took over in Secret Hitler. Beyond the games, these activities acted as an invisible thread connecting strangers, refueling our energy, and wrapping up October at English Zone with unforgettable memories.<\/p>\n\n\n

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    Intense mind games during “Monopoly BID” at Nguyen Van Linh Campus<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    October has wrapped up with glowing memories, but our journey at the UEH English Zone is far from over. At every stop, activities went beyond English lessons, they became bridges connecting like-minded souls, helping UEHers shake off their stress and speak up with confidence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    From the deep perspectives in EZ Talks and the thoughtful moments of EZ Silver Screen, to the bursts of laughter at EZ Board Games, the careful craftsmanship of EZ DIY, and the collaborative energy of EZ Club, every stop on this journey has been filled with enthusiastic participation and warm feedback from our student community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Keep your notifications on for the UEH English Zone fanpage to grab your priority ticket and stay tuned for the exciting new experiences heading your way soon! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    News, images:<\/em><\/strong> Department of Student Affairs UEH<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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