On the evening of February 2, Dong Thap University organized the “Celebrating the Glorious Party – Welcoming the Fire Horse Spring 2026” Art & Entertainment Program,” marking the beginning of a series of New Year activities in a vibrant and warm atmosphere. This annual event helps create a space for connection and sharing among the university, partner units, lecturers, and students.
The program was attended by representatives of partner educational institutions and units in the area, the Board of Rectors of Dong Thap University, lecturers, staff, unit leaders, and a large number of students.
As part of the program, various meaningful activities were carried out to acknowledge the outstanding efforts of students over the past academic year. A highlight was the recognition of the “Outstanding Well-rounded Studentt” title for the 2024–2025 academic year, awarded to students who excelled in academics, personal development, and participation in university activities. The total reward budget exceeded 430 million VND, demonstrating the university’s consistent investment in fostering well-rounded student development.
Alongside academic achievements, student sports activities continued to show positive results. At the event, Dong Thap University celebrated the success of the men’s student football team after they won first place in the Southwestern Regional Qualifiers of the 2026 THACO Youth Football Cup. This achievement secured the team a spot in the National Finals, scheduled to take place in Nha Trang from March 7 to March 23, 2026.
In addition to recognizing current students, Dong Thap University introduced several support policies for freshmen admitted in 2025. Through awards for high entrance scores and first-semester academic scholarships, the total support budget reached approximately 900 million VND, helping students quickly stabilize their studies and life. Furthermore, the Study Promotion Fund of the University continued to support disadvantaged students by awarding hardship scholarships worth over 100 million VND, enabling them to maintain their studies with peace of mind.
On this occasion, the University also presented Tet gifts to Lao students studying at the university and to students unable to return home for the holiday, especially those staying for part-time work during the break. These gifts, from the the Study Promotion Fund of the University, helped students maintain stable living conditions and enjoy a meaningful Tet celebration.
The ‘Spring Bus Trip’ 2026, a long-established activity of Dong Thap University, continued this year by supporting hundreds of students returning home for Tet along the Dong Thap – Bac Lieu – Ca Mau and Dong Thap – Tay Ninh routes. Supported by Dong Thap Petroleum Joint Stock Company, this activity provided timely assistance to students during the Lunar New Year.
Through the series of activities in the “Celebrating the Glorious Party – Welcoming the Fire Horse Spring 2026” Art & Entertainment Program,” Dong Thap University continues to demonstrate a harmonious combination of training, student engagement, and student affairs, aiming to build a stable, connected, and learner-centered educational environment.
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News & Photos: Hoai Phong - Thien TanTranslation: Chanh Truc