On October 10, 2026, Dong Thap University held the Opening Ceremony for the Third Intake of In-Service Training Programs in 2026, welcoming 763 new students enrolled in teacher education programs. The ceremony marked the beginning of their academic journey to enhance their professional qualifications and develop their professional competencies at the university.
Attending the ceremony were Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ho Sy Thang—Vice Rector of Dong Thap University; representatives of the Center for Training Partnerships and Professional Development, academic faculties, and administrative offices; and 763 new students enrolled in teacher education programs.
Speaking at the ceremony, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ho Sy Thang—Vice Rector of Dong Thap University—extended his congratulations to the new students and emphasized the importance of proactive learning, self-study, and research throughout their academic journey. He encouraged students to maintain a healthy balance between work, family, and study, continuously acquire knowledge, develop essential skills, and effectively apply what they have learned to their professional practice.
With a practice-oriented approach to education, Dong Thap University continues to focus on developing competency-based training programs that flexibly combine face-to-face learning, online learning, and independent study. Through these efforts, the university provides favorable conditions for students to enhance their professional qualifications while meeting the demands of educational innovation and professional development in the current context.
Building on its tradition of more than 50 years in training teachers and educational administrators, Dong Thap University continues to expand its training capacity and diversify its academic disciplines and modes of study. With a network of partnerships and collaborations involving approximately 60 educational institutions nationwide, 31 in-service training programs, and 12 distance education programs, the University continues to affirm its role in training and developing high-quality human resources, expanding lifelong learning opportunities, and contributing to meeting the educational and socio-economic development needs of the Mekong Delta region and the country as a whole.
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New & Photos: Phu Anh - Thien TanTranslation: Chanh Truc