INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY’S “GARDEN OF GRATITUDE”: CELEBRATINGTHE 43RD VIETNAMESE TEACHERS’ DAY
On the afternoon of November 20, 2025, in a solemn and heartfelt atmosphere, International University held the ceremony to celebrate the 43rd Vietnamese Teachers’ Day (November 20, 1982 – November 20, 2025), expressing deep gratitude to the university’s faculty and staff.
Under the theme “Garden of Gratitude” — a concept rich in symbolism and beauty —International University aimed to create a warm space to share with all teachers, those who have been tirelessly dedicating themselves to the noble mission of education.
The Gratitude Garden features newly planted saplings, symbolizing the young generation aspiring to grow — students as well as young staff striving and gradually maturing along their chosen career paths. In this garden, the larger, fully grown trees represent the experienced faculty and staff who have devoted their lives to the journey of education.
The opening performance of the ceremony featured a musical act by the Faculty of Languages, which won top prizes at the IU Idol 2025 contest: “Mashup Mẹ yêu con – Lên Đàng – Còn gì đẹp hơn.”
Every staff member at the university is like a unique flower, contributing color and fragrance to create the vibrant tapestry that is International University. The young shoots, nurtured and cared for by the hands, hearts, and wisdom of those who came before, continue the mission of cultivating and passing on the light of knowledge to future generations. How these young shoots grow and flourish largely depends on how they are tended today.
Assoc. Prof. Lê Văn Thăng – Deputy Secretary of the Party Committee and President of the International University – shared these thoughts during the ceremony on the afternoon of November 20, 2025.
Beyond being illuminators of knowledge and potential, teachers are sources of inspiration through their positive attitude, courage, and sense of responsibility. Teachers are not merely instructors; they impart to students moral valuesand the qualities of a grateful heart. It is this moral foundation that continually honors the teacher-student relationship.
Nguyễn Hồng Ánh Tuyết, a fourth-year student from the Faculty of Business Administration, spoke on behalf of over 10,000 students, learners, and graduate students of International University, expressing gratitude during the Vietnamese Teachers’ Day celebration.
In the “Garden of Gratitude” at International University, each staff member is like a green shot contributing color and vitality to this beloved institution. Some dedicate themselves tirelessly in the lecture halls, while others quietly work behind the scenes, all united by a shared commitment to the noble mission of education.
Assoc. Prof. Hồ Thị Thu Hòa – Head of the Department of Logistics and Supply Chain Management, Faculty of Industrial Engineering & Management – shared her heartfelt reflections on this special day of appreciation.
Assoc. Prof. Hồ Thị Thu Hòa was honored with the Vietnamese Women’s Award 2025, a well-deserved recognition for nearly three decades of relentless effort and dedication. She has played a significant role in establishing a new global standing for Vietnam’s logistics sector.
Assoc. Prof. Lê Văn Thăng, President of the International University, on behalf of the Board of Directors, presented flowers to congratulate Assoc. Prof. Hồ Thị Thu Hòa.
In 2025, the International University also celebrated faculty members who were recognized by the State Professorship Council with the title of Associate Professor. Dr. Hà Thị Thanh Hương – Head of the Department of Modeling and Regenerative Medicine, Faculty of Biomedical Engineering – and Dr. Tạ Quốc Bảo – Department of Mathematics – were honored at the end of the year.
Assoc. Prof. Lê Văn Thăng, President of the International University, presented flowers to Dr. Hà Thị Thanh Hương – Head of the Department of Modeling and Regenerative Medicine, Faculty of Biomedical Engineering – and Assoc. Prof. Đinh Đức Anh Vũ, Vice President of the International University, presented flowers to Dr. Tạ Quốc Bảo – Department of Mathematics – in honor of their recognition as Associate Professors by the State Professorship Council in 2025.
Notably, during this year’s Vietnamese Teachers’ Day celebration, the International University also announced and awarded the winners of the 2026 Lunar New Year Calendar Design Competition.
Launched in June 2025, the competition sought creative ideas and designs that highlight artistic thinking, reflect traditional values, customs, and cultural beauty, and showcase unique identity and spirit of International University through its core educational philosophy.. Over the past six months, the university organized the competition and selected the most outstanding works to receive awards.
Assoc. Prof. Lê Văn Thăng – President and Deputy Secretary of the Party Committee of International University, and Head of the Steering Committee – presented flowers and commemorative plaques to the members of the judging panel.
MSc. Trần Hồng Nhật, specialist at the TTPC Office, received the Consolation Prize for the entry titled “An niên”. Assoc. Prof. Dr. Đinh Đức Anh Vũ, Vice President of International University and Head of the Judging Panel, presented flowers and a commemorative plaque for the Consolation Prize.
Đào Trần Hồng Ngọc, student of the Faculty of Economics, Finance, and Accounting, received the Third Prize, presented by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Đinh Đức Anh Vũ.
MSc. Huỳnh Vĩnh Trường, specialist at the R&D Office, received the Second Prize for the entry titled “Hành trình cảm xúc tại Trường ĐHQT”, with flowers and commemorative plaque presented by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Đinh Đức Anh Vũ.
Trần Thanh Huyền, Huỳnh Phương Minh, and Lê Kthy, students of the School of Languages, received both a Consolation Prize and the First Prize for their outstanding entry. Assoc. Prof. Dr. Đinh Đức Anh Vũ, Head of the Judging Panel, presented the First Prize for the 2026 Lunar New Year Calendar Design Competition to the student group.