Deputy Prime Minister Vu Duc Dam appeared in the auditorium on the 8th floor of building E to a warm welcome from students of the University of Social Sciences and Humanities.
Attending the opening ceremony were Comrade Phung Xuan Nha - Alternate Member of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Vietnam, Director of Vietnam National University, Hanoi; Comrade Phung Huu Phu - Standing Vice Chairman of the Central Theoretical Council; and Comrade Nguyen Van Ngang - Vice Chairman of the Vietnam General Confederation of Labor.
The opening ceremony of the 2015-2016 academic year at the University of Social Sciences and Humanities took place at a special time, as the University was about to celebrate its 70th anniversary of the Faculty of Literature and the 20th anniversary of the establishment of the University of Social Sciences and Humanities under the Vietnam National University, Hanoi.
Professor Nguyen Van Khanh (Rector of the University of Social Sciences and Humanities) stated: The achievements that the University has made in the past year, in addition to the efforts of the entire faculty and students, are also due to the close attention and guidance of the Party, the State and the Government, and the support and assistance of international partners and friends.
The past academic year has seen many bright spots in the achievements of the University of Social Sciences and Humanities. Professor Dr. Nguyen Van Khanh - Rector of the University - affirmed that these are commendable achievements, the result of the efforts and hard work of the entire staff, students, and trainees of the University, the close guidance and attention of the Party, State and Government, and the support and assistance of international partners and friends.
Regarding training activities, the University has added two high-quality training programs in Linguistics and Psychology, and launched and is enrolling students in the Hotel Management program. The university's doctoral enrollment has increased by more than 11%. The university has also added three postgraduate programs: a PhD in Religious Studies, a Master's in Vietnamese Studies, and a Master's in Vietnamese Cultural History.
Students of the University of Social Sciences and Humanities joyfully celebrate the opening day of the new academic year.
In terms of scientific research, the University has led 16 national-level projects, 18 Nafosted Fund projects, dozens of provincial and city-level projects, and projects at the Vietnam National University, Hanoi, and over 100 institutional-level projects. University staff have published nearly 600 scientific articles domestically and internationally, and organized 25 conferences and seminars. Three research projects by staff members have been awarded the Outstanding Scientific Research Project Award of the Vietnam National University, Hanoi.
In terms of international cooperation, the University is increasingly asserting its position as a hub for academic exchange between Vietnam and foreign universities and international organizations, with cooperative relationships with nearly 200 partners.
Last academic year, the School established the Faculty of Anthropology and completed the project to establish a specialized high school block for Social Sciences and Humanities. To date, out of a total of over 500 staff members, 51% of the faculty hold doctoral degrees, and 26% have achieved the titles of professor and associate professor.
Professor and Rector beat the drum to officially open the 2015-2016 academic year, marking the beginning of new commitments from all faculty, staff, and students of the University of Social Sciences and Humanities.
The 2015-2016 academic year is considered a pivotal year, a turning point in the school's development. The school will focus on several key tasks such as:
Continue to open new majors such as Library Science, Religious Studies, Southeast Asian Studies, and develop several English language courses to internationalize the training program;
Successfully implement and complete 16 existing state-level projects, develop and implement several new projects under the Northwest Program, launch the Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities, increase the publication of international articles, and expand the number of strong research groups;
Continue to strongly develop a team of qualified staff, build and adjust the organizational structure of some units towards a research university model, and establish the High School for Social Sciences and Humanities.
Continue to expand international cooperation, complete the evaluation of the University according to the standards of the Ministry of Education and Training and the Oriental Studies program according to AUN standards.
Strengthening education to foster national pride, self-respect, patriotism, and awareness of national sovereignty; reinforcing discipline in work and study, and building a cultural and humane environment.
The Rector also extended his congratulations to the new students and urged them to quickly identify their motivations for learning, continuously nurture their ambitions and dreams, be determined to study well, and contribute to further enhancing the glorious traditions of a heroic university.
Deputy Prime Minister Vu Duc Dam spoke about the role of social sciences and humanities in the development of the country.
Before a large audience of scientists, educators, and students of the University, Deputy Prime Minister Vu Duc Dam delivered a speech conveying a simple yet meaningful message about the role of social sciences and humanities in the development of society and the country; as well as what the younger generation of the University needs to do to promote positive humanistic values in life.
The Deputy Prime Minister said: Our country is experiencing rapid and comprehensive development, which is highly appreciated by the international community. However, we must still face the truth that our country is still poor. This motivates us to implement stronger and more comprehensive reforms to accelerate national development.
However, a nation's development is not measured solely by economic growth rate or average income. To unleash all resources for growth, the role of the social sciences and humanities is extremely important and indispensable. This is because the social sciences and humanities help preserve and enrich the invaluable cultural values that our ancestors have bequeathed to us – values that have shaped a heroic and humane Vietnamese nation.
Sharing his vision for Vietnam's future development, the Deputy Prime Minister stated: "Vietnam must definitely become richer and stronger. But more importantly, Vietnam must be independent and peaceful. Vietnamese people must live in a safe, cultured, and humane society."
However, the social sciences and humanities are not only related to history, not only to philosophies and monumental research projects, but also to humanistic values manifested in the simple things that happen around us every day. These are simply the glances, smiles, and kind gestures that each person gives to those around them.
The Deputy Prime Minister said: "I think that every person possesses very valuable qualities, and the most meaningful thing that I and you need to do is to overcome ourselves - so that the good things within ourselves and in society can be multiplied, and so that the negative things are restrained, prevented, and pushed back by those good things."
Here are some photos from the opening ceremony of the 2015-2016 school year:
:Representatives of the university leadership welcomed Deputy Prime Minister Vu Duc Dam to attend the Opening Ceremony of the 2015-2016 academic year and interact with the university's students (from left to right): Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nguyen Van Kim - Vice Rector of the university; Deputy Prime Minister Vu Duc Dam; Prof. Dr. Nguyen Van Khanh - Rector of the university
Deputy Prime Minister Vu Duc Dam interacts with school staff.
The group performance of the song "Ho Chi Minh" was part of the welcoming cultural program, performed by faculty and students of the university.
Professor, Doctor, and People's Teacher Nguyen Van Khanh presented certificates of merit to 17 outstanding students, representing 175 excellent students including top-scoring university entrance exam candidates in 2015, students from various cohorts with good academic and training achievements, and students who overcame difficulties to excel in their studies.
Scientists and educators at the Opening Ceremony
Professor, Doctor, and People's Teacher Nguyen Van Khanh received the Vietnam Glory Commemorative Medal from Mr. Nguyen Van Ngang, Vice President of the Vietnam General Confederation of Labor.
Professor, Doctor, and People's Teacher Nguyen Van Khanh, on behalf of the faculty, staff, and students of the University, presented flowers to Deputy Prime Minister Vu Duc Dam.
Deputy Prime Minister Vu Duc Dam and Professor Nguyen Van Khanh participated in a discussion with students on the topic "Talking about Humanities".
Luong Trung Hieu, a student from the K58 Journalism and Communication program, poses a question to the Deputy Prime Minister.
At the end of the ceremony, Deputy Prime Minister Vu Duc Dam, Professor Nguyen Van Khanh, along with the faculty and students of the university, sang the song "Joining Hands in a Great Circle."
Related articles in the press:
http://www.thanhnien.com.vn/giao-duc/cu-hoc-tot-vao-doi-se-co-vi-tri-xung-dang-608721.html
http://news.zing.vn/Pho-thu-tuong-Vu-Duc-Dam-giao-luu-cung-tan-sinh-vien-post579926.html
Author:Thanh Ha-Thanh Trung; video: Dinh Hau - Trung Ha
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