Deputy Prime Minister Vu Duc Dam: "The most meaningful thing is being able to help people."

Deputy Prime Minister Vu Duc Dam converses with new students of the University of Social Sciences and Humanities on the opening day of the academic year.

To help students have faith in their passions.

The students' anxieties about not finding a job after graduation or working in fields unrelated to their studies, especially after choosing to study basic sciences and social sciences, were shared very sincerely with Deputy Prime Minister Vu Duc Dam.

Nguyen Viet Phuong, a new student in the Philosophy Department, shared:"The reality is that fundamental sciences like Literature, History, Philosophy, etc., are gradually fading away. People in my hometown are very prejudiced against these fields. So how can we instill in students the belief that they can work in their passions in the future?"

Students from the University of Social Sciences and Humanities giving speeches before the Vice President on the opening day of the academic year.

Nguyen Thu Hang, a new student in the Faculty of Journalism and Communication, also shared: “After graduating from university, all of us want to use our strength and intellect to contribute to building the country, but currently, the unemployment rate among graduates is very high…”

In response to the concerns and anxieties of the students, Deputy Prime Minister Vu Duc Dam stated that for development to occur, strong potential in science and technology is absolutely essential.“There are periods when applied science and technology are more urgently needed, but in the long run, basic science remains fundamental, especially in the social sciences and humanities, because ultimately, people are still the center and the goal of development. I am here to tell you all from the bottom of my heart that the field you are studying is very important. If at some point it is not properly appreciated, it is only temporary!”

The Deputy Prime Minister shared: students, give it your all!

The Deputy Prime Minister happily added:"Hey everyone, don't get old too soon! As freshmen, don't worry about finding a job after graduation. Focus on your studies, and let your professors teach you so that our graduates are on par with international graduates. Study your major and acquire additional skills, including foreign languages ​​and computer skills. Then you won't have to worry about not finding a job. Study hard and give it your all!"

Should we learn from books or from experience?

Should students work part-time while studying, or should they focus solely on their studies? This is a question posed by Thu Quyen, a third-year literature student.

According to the Deputy Prime Minister, whether or not to work part-time depends on each person's circumstances. But if possible, one should have the experience of working part-time. Learning takes place in class, from teachers, from peers, and through part-time work. The important thing is to always learn, and to learn with passion. Learning isn't about being better than others, but about learning as much as possible.

The Deputy Prime Minister shared:University education only provides basic knowledge, primarily focusing on methodology. Even after graduating and starting work, one continues to learn from work and life experiences. I've learned quite a lot from being here today."

The students listened attentively to the Deputy Prime Minister's remarks.

In a very cheerful and relaxed atmosphere, typical of students, a student asked the Deputy Prime Minister:“I see that people abroad are very cheerful when they go out. And Vietnamese smiles are so beautiful, so we humanities students want everyone to share smiles! I see that the Deputy Prime Minister is always smiling (the whole hall burst into laughter). The Deputy Prime Minister thinks so too, right?”

The Deputy Prime Minister smiled and replied, "It's true that we should share smiles, but it's not just about smiles, my friends. Sometimes there are tears too. What's important is the sincerity we have for each other."

"Once, when I went to the hospital, I saw many family members of patients who had been there for a long time. They all looked exhausted, worried, and worn out. But they were still very kind, showing the families of new patients everything and even reminding them to queue up for free meals. That's showing each other kindness without needing a smile."- The Deputy Prime Minister's voice dropped significantly.

At the end of the meeting, Deputy Prime Minister Vu Duc Dam shared:I think it's great that you organize these gatherings to exchange ideas about human values; you should do them regularly. Besides studying hard, live a vibrant student life. Try to participate in social activities and don't forget to care for your loved ones, your own family. Great human values ​​can come from seemingly small things."

The Deputy Prime Minister emphasized:"What I do may or may not be perceived correctly, or even misunderstood, but that's okay as long as I do it with good intentions. The most meaningful thing in life is helping those around me and bringing good things to people."