On September 30, Dong Thap University solemnly held the Ceremony to Announce and Present the Decision of the Minister of Education and Training on the Recognition of the University’s Rector for the 2025–2030 term to Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ho Van Thong. The event also served as an occasion to honor partners who have made significant contributions to the University’s student recruitment, training, and professional development activities.
Attending the ceremony were Prof. Dr. Nguyen Tien Thao – Director General of the Higher Education Department, and Mr. Dao Hong Cuong – Deputy Director General of the Legal Affairs Department, Ministry of Education and Training. Representing Dong Thap Province were former provincial leaders, representatives of departments and agencies, education experts, leaders of universities, colleges, and high schools, as well as representatives from enterprises, partner institutions, and members of the University’s staff, lecturers, students, and graduate learners.
In accordance with regulations on personnel appointments, on September 10, 2025, the Minister of Education and Training signed Decision No. 2568/QĐ-BGDĐT recognizing Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ho Van Thong as Rector of Dong Thap University for the 2025–2030 term. This marks his second consecutive term as the University’s Rector.
In his congratulatory speech, Prof. Dr. Nguyen Tien Thao – Director General of the Higher Education Department – praised the remarkable achievements of Dong Thap University and Rector Ho Van Thong, particularly the University’s pioneering role in teacher training for the Mekong Delta region and the nation as a whole. He expressed his hope that the University would continue to uphold its strong tradition, foster innovation, enhance the quality of education and scientific research, and contribute actively to the country’s socio-economic development.
In his inaugural address, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ho Van Thong affirmed that the University would continue to build upon its proud 50-year tradition of teacher training and over 22 years of development as a multidisciplinary university. He emphasized the institution’s ongoing commitment to improving training quality, advancing scientific research, expanding international cooperation, and striving to become a reputable center for education and research in both Vietnam and the region.
During the 2020–2025 period, with the support of the Ministry of Education and Training, collaboration from local authorities and partner organizations, and the dedication of its staff, lecturers, and students, Dong Thap University has achieved numerous outstanding accomplishments. Notably, on June 24, 2025, the Prime Minister issued Decision No. 1274/QĐ-TTg awarding Certificates of Merit to several collectives and individuals for their exceptional achievements, including 07 honorees from Dong Thap University.
As part of the ceremony, the University also recognized and honored collectives, partners, and individuals for their contributions to the University’s recruitment, training, and professional development activities. Specifically, 14 external partner units, 18 high school principals, 20 internal units, and 78 outstanding individuals were awarded Certificates of Commendation.
On this occasion, the University’s Scholarship Association granted 20 scholarships (each worth VND 2 million) to students facing financial difficulties who have demonstrated academic excellence and resilience.
With over 50 years of teacher education tradition and 22 years of development as a multidisciplinary university, Dong Thap University continues to play a key role as one of Vietnam’s 14 national teacher training institutions. The University is oriented toward becoming a high-quality, multi-disciplinary center for human resource development, with education and teacher training at its core—closely linked with scientific research and community service—to promote sustainable development in the Mekong Delta and the country as a whole. Its vision is to become a leading center for education and scientific research in Vietnam and the Southeast Asian region.Photos of the event:
News & Photos: Hieu Tri - Hoai PhongTranslation: Chanh Truc