5 COLLECTIVES AND 11 INDIVIDUALS HONORED WITH EXEMPLARY ACHIEVEMENT TITLES FOR THE 2020–2025 PERIOD

On the afternoon of July 14, 2025, International University (VNU-HCM) held the 2020–2025 Exemplary Role Model Conference to commend individuals and collectives who have achieved outstanding and progressive accomplishments over the past five years. At the conference, 5 collectives and 11 individuals were formally recognized and honored by the university for their dedications and contributions.

The period from 2020 to 2025 marked a journey filled with extensive efforts toward innovation and valuable achievements by the university community across all emulation movements. Despite many challenges and difficulties, International University made a lasting impression with its remarkable results, thanks to the dedication and creativity of its many staff and employees. Each movement and accomplishment stand as a testament to the unity and relentless determination of every member of the faculty in successfully fulfilling their assigned responsibilities.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Lê Văn Thăng–Rector of International University–initiating the patriotic emulation movement for the 2025 – 2030 period

Notable emulation movements at the university include: the nationwide campaign to join hands in building new rural areas; the movement for the poor—leaving no one behind; the movement encouraging staff and faculty to promote workplace civility; the movement to practice thrift and combat wastefulness; the movement to build a learning society and lifelong learning; and the movement for innovation and creativity in teaching and learning.

During the 2020–2025 period, International University achieved numerous outstanding accomplishments in both emulation and commendation efforts. These achievements serve as concrete evidence of the dedication, creativity, and high sense of responsibility demonstrated by the university’s faculty, staff, employees, and students. Awards and commendations at the national, ministries and departments levels, VNU-HCM level, and the institutional level have all contributed to affirming the university’s reputation, quality, and pioneering position within Vietnam’s higher education system.

Dr. Nguyễn Minh Thành – Vice Chairman of the university’s Labor Union– initiating the patriotic emulation movement at the conference.

The university collective has earned numerous prestigious emulation awards and commendations, including the title of Excellent Labor Collective for the academic years 2020–2021 and 2021–2022, as well as the Emulation Flag from the Ministry of Education and Training for the 2021–2022 academic year. The university was also awarded the Certificate of Commendation from the Director of Ho Chi Minh City Police for its outstanding achievements in the All-People’s National Security Protection movement in both 2022 and 2023. At the national level, International University had one collective and one individual receive a Certificate of Merit from the Prime Minister, and two individuals received the Vietnam Women’s Award. Regarding ministerial, departmental, and provincial-level honors, the university received the Emulation Flag from the Ministry of Education and Training three times, 59 collectives were awarded the title of Excellent Labor Collective, and 11 individuals were recognized as Ministerial-Level Emulation Role-Models. Notably, the university received a total of 137 Certificates of Merit at the ministerial level for 23 collectives and 114 individuals. At the VNU-HCM level, one individual was named Lecturer of the Year, and another received the title of Professional Staff of the Year. At the institutional level, 122 collectives received the Advanced Labor Collective title, 414 individuals were recognized as Institutional-Level Emulation Role-Models, and 1,661 individuals were awarded the Advanced Labor title. In addition, many collectives and individuals at International University achieved remarkable accomplishments in their professional fields and were honored with prestigious awards such as the Golden Globe Award, the Ho Chi Minh City Innovation Award in Science and Technology, the Khue Van Cac Award, the Medal for the Cause of Education, the Medal for the Cause of State Organization, Ministry Commendations for Outstanding Educators, the Outstanding Young Teacher Award, and many other distinguished honors in the fields of education and scientific research.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Vòng Bính Long – Head of the Office of Quality Assurance and Accreditation– presents his opinions and the conference 14/7/2025

The conference also featured two high-quality reports delivered by representatives of exemplary collectives and individuals. Assoc. Prof. Vòng Bính Long, Head of the Office of Quality Assurance and Accreditation, emphasized the key role of effective accreditation practices in the university’s education and training efforts. In recent years, International University has successfully developed a quality assurance system that affirms the institution’s position and training quality. Looking ahead, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Vòng Bính Long expressed the goal of further enhancing and improving the accreditation system to elevate the university’s training quality to international standards and better meet community needs. However, he also acknowledged that the current system still faces certain limitations that need to be addressed, such as limited engagement with stakeholders (including businesses and students), inadequate facilities, and challenges related to the university’s internationalization program. In the near future, he hopes that these issues will be resolved, and that the university can keep pace with the evolving standards of both national and international accreditation.

Dr. Hà Thị Thanh Hương –a lecturer from the Department of Biomedical Engineering, one of the 11 individuals honored during this period– presents her opinions on the ways to further cultivate the role of female scientists in education, scientific researches and community service.

Dr. Hà Thị Thanh Hương, a lecturer from the Department of Biomedical Engineering and one of the 11 individuals honored during this period, also delivered a meaningful presentation on promoting the role of female scientists in teaching, research, and community service. Dr. Hà Thị Thanh Hương emphasized the important yet often underrecognized contributions of female scientists in academia and society. She stated: “Currently, women make up 47% of the national scientific workforce. However, only 20% of female scientists hold leadership positions.” She pointed out several factors contributing to this disparity, noting that many female scientists still face significant challenges in both personal life and professional careers—such as a lack of supportive policies and the significantly heavier burden of balancing life and work. To address these issues, Dr. Hương expressed her hope for the development of more support policies for female students, as well as strategic planning and recognition programs tailored for female scientists and lecturers, helping to foster their advancement and leadership in the academic and research community.

Office of Quality Assurance and Testing receives the Exemplary Achievements Title for the 2020–2025 Period

Office of Research and Development receives the Exemplary Achievements Title for the 2020–2025 Period

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Lê Văn Thăng, Rector of International University, also delivered a speech to launch the patriotic emulation movement for the 2025–2030 period. In his address, he called upon all faculty members and staff to embrace a spirit of progress and development in their professional endeavors. Dr. Nguyễn Minh Thành, Vice Chairman of the university’s Labor Union, also expressed hope for continued dedication and striving from all faculty and staff members of International University.

School of Computer Science and Engineering receives the Exemplary Achievements Title for the 2020–2025 Period

Center for Information Service receives the Exemplary Achievements Title for the 2020–2025 Period.

Office of the Youth Union receives the Exemplary Achievements Title for the 2020–2025 Period.