PATA Vietnam RMIT Student Chapter: Bringing back the green for RMIT Vietnam’s 20th anniversary

Member News

Feb 8

Hanoi, Vietnam, 8th February, 2021 - Representing PATA Vietnam RMIT Student Chapter, RMIT Tourism and Hospitality (THM) Club, in collaboration with RMIT Charity & Environment (CEC) Club in Hanoi, had held the meaningful “GreenEdge” event to mark RMIT Vietnam’s 20th anniversary. This event was organized to raise people's understanding of environmental protection, which starts from the smallest action - picking up trash in RMIT's surroundings. The total number of participants was around 40, coming from both RMIT staff and students.

Acknowledging the alarming problem of landfills in Vietnam, THM and CEC have a desire to make our country cleaner, though it was just a small contribution. Therefore, GreenEdge was aimed at educating students and the bigger community on how to correctly and efficiently protect the Earth. Prior to the event, information on trash and recycling was provided, namely clarification of trash, how to pick up trash, safety measurements... This not only prepares participants with sufficient knowledge before getting to practical work but also fosters their environmental awareness in real life.

*Participants of GreenEdge on the date of the event.*

GreenEdge required participants to read through and agree to follow strict COVID-19 compliant rules and regulations when signing up. Participants were required to wear masks and gloves during the practical session for safety purposes that fit the theme of the event.

*Participants of GreenEdge picking up trash during the practical session.*

About RMIT Tourism and Hospitality Management (THM) Club - Hanoi

Founded in 2019, the club aims to create a community for tourism and hospitality students, help members succeed within the industry by hosting workshops & field trips relating to key skills & career advancement, keep each other up-to-date on current news & trends and build strong partnerships in the long run.

THM Club Hanoi is supported by RMIT faculty members with rich academic and industrial expertise and has a PATA membership exclusive to members.