Celebrating the 23rd Anniversary of Ton Duc Thang University

On the morning of September 24^th, 2020, all lecturers and staff of Ton Duc Thang University (TDTU) respectfully offered incense in front of Uncle Ton’s Monument on the 23^rd anniversary of the University’s founding date (September 24^th, 1997- September 24^th, 2020).

Dr. Vo Hoang Duy, Deputy Secretary of the Party Committee, on behalf of all lecturers and staff, reported on the achievements that the University has achieved in the last 23 years of establishment and development. From the starting point of Ton Duc Thang Private Technology University with many zeros; until now, TDTU has become a leading university in the country, ranked in the Top 800 best universities in the world by Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU) in August 2020.

The achievements are obtained from the consensus and efforts of the entire lecturers, staff, and students; vision and consistency in the University Leadership's development strategy and goals; and above all, the correct guidelines and policies of the Party and State on university autonomy.

TDTU's success, in addition to establishing a firm position on the world education map, it is also the success in building a standard educational environment, where fairness, efficiency, and contribution are the principles of all behavior.

TDTU graduates are highly evaluated by employers for their professional ability, professionalism, and discipline. The university culture is clearly shown in all aspects of TDTU’s activities.

Looking back on the past journey, being proud of the achievements, the lecturers and staff of TDTU are determined to continue to strive and quickly bring TDTU to the goal of the 30-year plan: becoming an elite research university in the Top 500 of the world. The path to success still faces many difficulties, but the consensus, enthusiasm, and contribution spirit in each person at TDTU are a powerful resource to overcome all obstacles.

As part of a series of activities to celebrate the Establishment date of the University, the lecturers and staff joined the Runway to the new heights with sports and entertainment activities on the morning of September 24^th.