A night in Hoi An with VSA
Last weekend, the Brandeis Vietnamese Student Association hosted its semester show Hoi An Night, named after the famous tourist city in Vietnam.
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To decorate Skyline Commons, the VSA created this beautiful display of lanterns against a black background, reminiscent of the lanterns released into the night sky during Hoi An’s Lantern Full Moon Festival.
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Two event organizers gave a short presentation about the history of Hoi An and the Lantern Full Moon Festival.
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Event attendees’ wishes for the new year are attached to their lanterns, including this one, reading, “We wish everyone a great year.”
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Students enjoyed a buffet with spring rolls, chicken and tea.
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