American University of Phnom Penh

🎓✨ AUPP Alumni Highlight: Leekieth Sun (Luke) Meet Luke, an AUPP Class of 2025 graduate with a Bachelor’s degree in International Relations and Diplomacy, currently serving as a Health Ambassador at Swinburne University of Technology in Melbourne, Australia. 🇦🇺 As AUPP, he earned a place among the top five winners of an international essay competition organized by the Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure (CDRI). In 2023, he also contributed to a UNESCO-related project at Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum, supporting historical research and the translation and interpretation of documents for the nomination of Cambodia’s genocide-related sites to the UNESCO World Heritage List. Continuing his academic journey in Australia, Luke earned a merit scholarship for his graduate studies in Media and Communications at Swinburne University of Technology and finished his first semester at the top of his class. We’re proud to celebrate Luke’s achievements and look forward to his future meaningful impact.

🇰🇭 Honoring the 22nd Anniversary of the Coronation Day of His Majesty King Norodom Sihamoni On the occasion of the Coronation Day of His Majesty King Norodom Sihamoni, King of the Kingdom of Cambodia, the American University of Phnom Penh (AUPP) respectfully extends its heartfelt royal wishes to His Majesty for good health, longevity, and continued happiness. May His Majesty remain a source of peace, unity, and prosperity for the Cambodian people, and may the Kingdom of Cambodia continue to flourish in harmony and progress.

🦅🔥 Spirit Week: Fly High Friday Recap! 💙🎉 WHAT A FINALE! 🤩🎤 From epic concerts and acoustic jams to K-pop performances, Khmer classical dance, and live DnD shows, Fly High Friday brought the energy, talent, and campus spirit! 🎸💃✨ The excitement continued with the Football Championship trophy ceremony, giving our Eagles another reason to celebrate! 🏆⚽️🙌 A huge shoutout to everyone who performed, cheered, and made Spirit Week unforgettable! Five days of fun, endless memories, and one incredible AUPP community! 💙🦅 That’s a wrap, Eagles! Until next time! 🔥🎉

YOUR NEXT CHAPTER STARTS HERE: SPRING 2027 APPLICATIONS ARE NOW OPEN! 🌸✨ The next big opportunity is yours to take! 👀 The American University of Phnom Penh (AUPP) invites you to take the next step toward your dreams through an education that goes beyond the classroom. At AUPP, you can develop in-demand skills, gain a global perspective, and prepare for the careers of tomorrow—all while building the knowledge and confidence to thrive in an increasingly connected world. 🎓🌍 From exploring your passions to preparing for your professional future, your journey starts here. 🇰🇭🚀 💙 SPRING 2027. THINK BIGGER. GO FURTHER. BECOME FUTURE-READY. 🔥 APPLICATIONS ARE NOW OPEN! APPLY TODAY! Apply for Bachelor’s: https://www.sisaupp.com/application/apply/online Apply for Master’s: https://www.sisaupp.com/masters-online-application

🌏💼 Leading in Translation: Cultivating Cultural Intelligence (CQ) for Global Executives In today’s interconnected business world, effective leadership goes beyond borders. It requires the ability to understand cultural differences, communicate across perspectives, and lead diverse teams with confidence. 📅 Date: November 19, 2026 ⏰ Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM 📍 Location: AUPP High School – Foxcroft Academy Join AUPP for an engaging session exploring Cultural Intelligence (CQ) and how it empowers leaders to navigate global business environments and build stronger cross-cultural connections. ✨ First come. First serve. Register here: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/9HGkxLviir Ready to broaden your perspective and strengthen your global leadership mindset? Stay tuned for more details! 💙

🎤🦅 New Eagles, First Impressions! 💙 We caught up with our Fall II New Eagles to find out which high schools they came from, their first impressions of New Student Orientation, and three words they would use to describe AUPP! 🎓✨ From meeting new friends to discovering campus life, let’s hear what our newest students have to say about starting their AUPP journey!

🐉🎲 Spirit Week: DnD Play Friday Recap! ⚔️✨ What happens when four strangers team up for wealth, fame, and glory? An adventure full of chaos, dangerous foes, and unexpected twists! 🏰 As Quagmire the IV hosts his first trial, the group embarks on a high-fantasy quest across a deadly mountain range. Presented as a live at AUPP, Dungeons & Dragons-inspired role-playing performance, the show brought the world of tabletop gaming to the stage through imaginative storytelling, fantasy adventures, and plenty of lighthearted moments. 🎭🐉 A big thank you to everyone who brought this unique adventure to life and gave our Eagles a fun, fresh take on live performance! 💙🦅

🔎 Research With Communities, Not Just About Them How can research move beyond observation to meaningfully involve the people at its heart? AUPP’s Faculty of Social Sciences and Asia Research Lab, AUPP’s research club, hosted an action research workshop led by former Executive Director of Woman Peace Makers (WPM), Ms. Kry Suyheang, who is now a Monash Global Peace and Security (GPS) Fellow in Australia and former Executive Director of Women Peace Makers. The session explored one of the key challenges of action research: ensuring that communities are not simply subjects of research, but active participants in shaping the process and contributing to meaningful change. Thank you to Ms. Kry Suyheang and everyone who joined the discussion and contributed their perspectives!

🎬🍿 Special Screening: Young Washington! 🇺🇸✨ From the warm welcome to an inspiring movie experience, the special screening of Young Washington at AUPP brought students together for an engaging and memorable afternoon! A special thank you to Acting Deputy Chief of Mission Benjamin Chiang from the U.S. Embassy in Phnom Penh for delivering the welcoming remarks and helping make this event even more meaningful. We’re grateful to everyone who joined us, enjoyed the movie, and made this screening a wonderful campus experience! Stay tuned for more exciting events and memorable moments at AUPP!

⛳️💙 Club Highlight: AUPP Golf Club Looking for a new way to challenge yourself, develop your skills, and connect with fellow students? Meet the AUPP Golf Club, a welcoming community for students who share a passion for golf or are curious to give the sport a try! Through driving range practice sessions, members can work on their swings, accuracy, and consistency, while 9-hole golf rounds offer opportunities to put their skills into practice on the course. 🏌️‍♀️✨ Beyond the game, the club is all about building friendships, encouraging one another, and creating a fun and supportive environment where students can learn and grow together. Whether you're picking up a golf club for the first time or looking to take your game to the next level, the AUPP Golf Club welcomes students of all experience levels to join the fun! Improve your game, build connections, and enjoy every swing together! 💙

⚖️ Learning Justice Beyond the Classroom Students from AUPP’s Faculty of Law, accompanied by lecturer Ruth Whittaker, visited the Extraordinary Chambers in the Courts of Cambodia (ECCC) for an insightful learning experience exploring Cambodia’s recent history and the pursuit of justice and accountability. Through a guided tour of the Court’s permanent exhibition, students gained a deeper understanding of the ECCC’s role in investigating and prosecuting crimes committed during the Khmer Rouge regime and its lasting significance for Cambodia and the wider region. The visit also sparked lively, thought-provoking discussions back in the classroom, connecting historical lessons with contemporary questions of justice and the rule of law. AUPP’s Faculty of Law extends its sincere gratitude to Mr. Vannkeng Dit of the ECCC for his warm welcome and valuable insights. At AUPP, learning goes beyond textbooks—connecting students with real-world institutions, history, and the pursuit of justice.

✨ Building Connections at Our Master’s Networking Orientation! 🎓 Our Master’s Networking Orientation was a valuable opportunity for students to connect, exchange ideas, and begin building meaningful relationships with fellow graduate students and the AUPP community. The event brought students together in a welcoming environment to get to know one another, share experiences, and establish connections that can support their academic journeys and future professional growth. At AUPP, we believe that graduate education goes beyond the classroom. It is also about building a strong network, learning from one another, and creating opportunities for collaboration and success. Thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make this gathering a meaningful start to the journey ahead! 💙

💼✨ AUPP 2026 Career Talk Recap: Marketing Career Prospects in Cambodia What an insightful session with Ms. Hong Sreyukem, Marketing Director for Cambodia & Myanmar and Regional Brand Director for Southeast Asia at Danone! 📈🗣 With over 16 years of FMCG and marketing leadership experience, Ms. Sreyukem shared invaluable advice on brand building, digital transformation, and navigating a successful career path in Cambodia. Our AUPP Eagles walked away with practical industry insights and actionable guidance for their future careers. Thank you to Ms. Hong Sreyukem for empowering our students, and to everyone who attended! 👏💙

🎓🇺🇸 Exploring New Horizons: AUPP x Columbia Engineering 4+1 Pathway Information Session! AUPP was delighted to welcome Gabrielle Gannon, Associate Dean of Graduate Admissions, and Elisabeth Schapmann, Admissions Operations Officer from Columbia Engineering for an engaging information-sharing session on the newly established 4+1 Graduate Study Pathway, offering students a unique opportunity to pursue a master’s degree at Columbia Engineering after completing their bachelor’s degree at AUPP. 🌎✨ The session attracted enthusiastic participation from a large number of students eager to learn more about this exciting opportunity. Students gained valuable insights into the pathway, graduate study opportunities, and the possibilities of continuing their academic journeys at one of the world’s leading universities. We look forward to seeing our students turn their aspirations into achievements through this meaningful partnership with Columbia Engineering!

🍕🔥 Spirit Week: Feast-Day Wednesday Recap! 🎉 From the exciting pizza and hot wings eating competitions to mini performances that brought energy to the crowd, Feast-Day Wednesday was packed with delicious bites, friendly competition, and unforgettable moments! A huge thank you to everyone who joined us, cheered on the participants, and made Day 3 such a memorable celebration! 🙌✨ The fun continues, so stay tuned for more Spirit Week highlights! 🎊

A New Ivy League Pathway, Officially Established with Columbia University! 🇺🇸 AUPP was honored to host Gabrielle Gannon, Associate Dean of Graduate Admissions, and Elisabeth Schapmann, Admissions Operations Officer, from Columbia Engineering during their official visit to Cambodia. 🎓🌎 Through meaningful discussions and collaboration, AUPP and Columbia Engineering have established a new pathway that will create expanded opportunities for Cambodian students to pursue world-class education and advance their academic and professional aspirations. This partnership is a newly established 4+1 graduate study pathway, offering eligible Faculty of Digital Technologies students the opportunity to complete their bachelor's degree at AUPP and continue on to a master's degree at Columbia Engineering. 🇺🇸🥳 Read more here.

🎓✨ Finished High School? Your Next Step Starts Here! Finished high school and wondering what comes next? Starting university doesn’t have to be complicated or stressful. At AUPP, we’re here to support you from your first questions to your first day as an AUPP Eagle. 🦅💙 As a new freshman, you can: 🔹 Get free one-on-one academic counseling 🔹 Receive guidance from our friendly advisors throughout registration 🔹 Get support with document submission and enrollment 🔹 Start your university journey with greater confidence You’ve finished high school. Now it’s time to take your next step. 🚀 🎓🎓✨ Take your first step to join the AUPP community! 💙 Apply today! 🚀 Apply for Bachelor’s: https://www.sisaupp.com/application/apply/online

🌟 Achieve Excellence with AUPP Professors: Prohim Tam Meet Dr. Prohim Tam, Instructor in the Faculty of Digital Technologies, whose expertise in software-defined networking, network virtualization, and AI-driven network architectures contributes to advancing secure and intelligent computing systems. 🔹 Holds a PhD in Software Convergence, specializing in optimizing network architectures for AI workloads across core and edge networks. 🔹 Brings over eight years of industry experience in application development and project management, alongside research and consulting projects with the Asian Development Bank (ADB), the ASEAN Foundation, and the Telecommunications Regulator of Cambodia. 🔹 Has published in the SCIE Q1 IEEE Transactions on Network Science and Engineering (JIF 7.3), received a Best Paper Award at the 11th IEEE International Conference on Big Data and Information Analytics (BigDIA 2025), and reviewed more than 50 research manuscripts for leading academic publishers. Read more here.

🦅💙 Fall II Orientation Recap: Welcome, New Eagles! New friends, exciting activities, campus adventures, and a BBQ to wrap it all up! 🎉🍖 Relive the highlights of our Fall II New Student Orientation as the Class of 2030 begins their AUPP journey. New Eagles, what was your favorite moment? 👀👇 #AUPP #FallII2026 #NewStudentOrientation #AUPPEagles #CampusLife #ClassOf2030

🎓✨ Master’s Student Spotlight: Chou Phuymeily Meet Chou Phuymeily, a Master of Laws student specializing in Cybersecurity and Data Privacy at AUPP, who is balancing full-time work at a leading global telecommunications company with her commitment to advancing her education and career. For Meily, choosing AUPP meant she could continue her professional journey in Cambodia while gaining advanced knowledge and preparing for greater career opportunities. The flexibility to pursue quality education without putting her career on hold has made her graduate studies a valuable part of her professional growth. 💼⚖️ Beyond academics, Meily values the opportunity to connect with inspiring people, exchange ideas, and learn from others throughout her journey at AUPP. Her experience reflects how AUPP’s Master’s programs empower working professionals to keep learning, strengthen their expertise, and pursue their ambitions while building their careers. 🚀💙