Student news 2026

First impressions form faster than we think; employers begin to decide how they see you, what they expect from you, and whether they want to keep the conversation going. That’s why learning how to show up with clarity, confidence, and intention can make all the difference.

Interviews are often the most daunting part of the job application process. But acing one isn’t about memorizing the “right” answers, it’s about preparing with intention, responding with clarity, and navigating each stage with confidence. Whether it’s face-to-face, online, or unexpected, here are four key steps to help you stand out and get ahead.

Not all learning challenges are visible to the naked eye. Discover how RMIT Vietnam’s Equitable Learning and Accessibility (ELA) service is breaking down barriers and leveling the playing field for every student.

An epiphany hit Trang during her exchange in Canada, where a finance student found herself working backstage at fashion weeks, making friends through small talk, and starting a blog that would eventually shape her career. What began as a spontaneous escape from a carefully planned life turned into a journey of self-discovery, uncertainty, and unexpected purpose.

Thi Tran Anh, with over 12 years of industry experience, is pursuing a Master of Business Administration at RMIT, where he is encountering new challenges not present in his previous studies, particularly in adapting to inter-teaching assignment formats, contributing to his growth.

Burning incense has long held a sacred place in Vietnamese culture, symbolising remembrance and a connection between the living and those who came before. Seeking to bring this tradition closer to younger generations, first-year Design Studies student Nguyen Tran Gia Huy and his team designed Hương, a contemporary incense packaging that earned 16 honors at the international stage.

What began as a love of storytelling grew into a deeper curiosity about people, culture and the ways meaning is made. That journey eventually led My Tam, a Professional Communication student, back to Hoi An, where she brought that understanding into her work, using storytelling not just to inform, but to help younger audiences connect more deeply with cultural heritage.

Every day, we see ourselves through the eyes of others: through reactions, expectations, and subtle social cues. Over time, these reflections begin to shape not just how we present ourselves, but how we think and feel about who we are. This piece explores how external judgments become internal voices, and how students gradually learn to navigate, question, and reclaim their sense of self.

Fourteen Student Council generations have each added a thread to a tapestry still being woven. What endures is a voice that continues to be carried forward. Today, the Student Council continues to connect, represent, and shape RMIT campus life, creating vibrant experiences for students, with the support of RMIT Vietnam’s Student Life Department.

New country, new life, new experiences, like dreams were the plan. But for Naw Gloria Htoo, studying abroad at RMIT Vietnam began with something else entirely: an unexpected wave of homesickness. This journey reflects not only the challenges of studying abroad but also the personal growth and transformation that shaped their experience into something meaningful.

RMIT Vietnam’s graduation ceremonies mark more than a personal milestone, more than a moment that belongs to just one name. On this special day, the connections behind each journey come to life, where our graduates were surrounded, celebrated, and supported by the people who matter most.

Every graduation story is about more than achievements. It is also shaped by uncertainty, resilience, and the people we become along the way. For the Class Representatives of 2026 from Hanoi, these are the lessons they carry with them and the words they hope will guide you forward.

Graduation is not just a milestone, but a turning point. From quiet realisations to uncertain possibilities, recent RMIT graduates reflect on what it truly means to step beyond university life.

Graduation isn’t the end of your RMIT chapter. As you step forward, you may be saying goodbye to certain student benefits and familiar routines. But not everything changes. Here’s what shifts after graduation, what stays with you, and how to make the most of life as an RMIT alumnus.

Our goal is to broaden participation for all learners ensuring they are resilient and equipped to thrive in a complex and rapidly changing world.

For many students, volunteering is simply a way to give back. Compared with part-time jobs or club positions, it is often considered a lower-commitment activity with limited opportunities for growth. But for the students featured in this story, volunteering turned out to be something much more transformative.

Many students feel intimidated when starting their careers, especially when job descriptions ask for experience that they have yet to gain. But the fact is, everyone begins somewhere. For most beginners, experience starts with small opportunities that gradually build skills, confidence, and direction in the future.

Want to graduate with more than just a degree? The new RMIT Career Ready Award is designed to help you build real-world experience, develop key employability skills, and gain confidence about your future career while you study.

Organised by the RMIT Fintech Club, Hack-A-Venture 2025 grew from a campus observation into a hackathon competition that attracts 385 participants from 32 universities across Vietnam. Behind that journey lies a practical blueprint in ownership, trust, and building credibility for students ready to prove that “student-scale” is only a mindset.

RMIT Library can feel intimidating at first with rows of books and unfamiliar systems you’re not quite sure about. But beyond being a place to study, RMIT library is one of the most powerful academic tools you can use to navigate your academic journey, both online and on campus.