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UEF Celebrates 43 Years of Teachers’ Day: Earns FIBAA Accreditation, Advancing Sustainable Education

11/20/2025

Amid the ever-moving flow of knowledge and educational innovation, the values of dedication, love for the profession, and teachers’ responsibility remain a steady flame that continues to guide generations of learners.

In this spirit of gratitude, on the morning of November 20, UEF organized a celebration marking 43 years of Vietnamese Teachers’ Day (20/11/1982 – 20/11/2025) under the theme “The Teacher – A Guide to Knowledge” , while also recording a major milestone: officially receiving the “FIBAA Program Accreditation Certificate”. This achievement is a solid testament to the University’s ongoing efforts toward international integration.

UEF upholds the tradition of honoring teachers through a meaningful Vietnamese Teachers’ Day celebration on 20/11

Honoring “the heart of teachers” in the era of digital transformation

The ceremony this morning was attended by: Mr. Lê Thắng Lợi – Director of the Southern Center for Education and Training Development; Ms. Trần Thúy Ái – Deputy Head, Ho Chi Minh City Emulation and Reward Committee; Ms. Nguyễn Thu Hiền – Chairwoman of the People’s Committee of Gia Định Ward, Ho Chi Minh City; Meritorious Artist Quỳnh Liên – Vice President of the Ho Chi Minh City Music Association. From UEF, there were members of the University Council, the Board of Rectors, leaders of units, and the entire community of staff, lecturers, and employees.

In his remarks, Dr. Nguyễn Thanh Giang – President of the University – emphasized a year filled with remarkable milestones for UEF: improved training quality, a higher proportion of students graduating with excellence, and numerous student awards in ministerial and city-level competitions. From these realities, he reaffirmed the irreplaceable role of teachers, even as AI develops rapidly.

A special segment highlighting “teachers behind the lectern,” honoring the dedicated support units in student development

“AI cannot replace teachers. AI is a tool, while teachers are guides to knowledge. The role of teachers remains the most important role. However, teaching today also needs to change. Teachers must develop broader capabilities to fit this stage of development, including: lifelong learning to update knowledge, creativity and connectivity to integrate technology with classroom contexts, and emotional competence to support learners in building character. Most importantly, teachers need peace of mind to foster creativity and perform at their best. The University will always create a favorable environment to help lecturers maximize their capabilities. To become ‘engineers of the soul,’ the souls of teachers themselves must be at ease to grow.” – Dr. Nguyễn Thanh Giang shared.

Dr. Nguyễn Thanh Giang underscored the core role of “teachers” in educating students in the digital era.

At the ceremony, reflections shared by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Hoàng Thị Hồng Hà – Dean of the Faculty of Public Relations and Communications – further highlighted the noble values of the teaching profession. Looking back on a decade with UEF, each generation of students brought her a deep sense of pride as she witnessed their growth. Meanwhile, Mr. Nguyễn Nam Trung – Assistant Dean of the Faculty of Finance and Accounting – expressed his strong impression of UEF’s open academic environment and supportive spirit in his new professional journey.

Moving stories about the bond between teachers and students remain deeply memorable to the lecturers.

Representing UEF students, Huỳnh Hoàng Nhật An – President of the Student Association – delivered heartfelt gratitude to the faculty. The student emphasized that lecturers’ dedication goes beyond lessons and expertise; it lies in how they inspire, uplift, and accompany students through every stage of growth. Their patience, trust, and humanistic values have helped shape students’ resilience, character, and aspirations.

A student representative presented flowers to the University leadership to express gratitude on this meaningful day.

UEF receives FIBAA accreditation: Affirming international standards and enhancing training value

During the celebration of the 43rd anniversary of Vietnamese Teachers’ Day, UEF also officially received the “FIBAA Program Accreditation Certificate” for the English Language program and the Finance–Banking program. Beyond a quality evaluation result, FIBAA accreditation carries important meaning for the University’s development journey.

FIBAA (Foundation for International Business Administration Accreditation) is a prestigious quality assurance organization based in Switzerland and recognized worldwide. The fact that UEF’s programs meet FIBAA standards demonstrates that the University’s training quality is aligned with international benchmarks, ensuring that curriculum design, teaching methods, assessment, learning support, and career development services comply with stringent requirements.

Representatives of the Faculty of English and the Faculty of Finance and Accounting proudly received the international FIBAA accreditation.

This also means that students in the accredited programs have stronger advantages when entering the global labor market, especially as employers increasingly prioritize candidates trained under international standards. FIBAA also reinforces transparency and comparability of training quality.

For the University, FIBAA accreditation serves as a benchmark for continuous improvement, ensuring every cohort benefits from updates aligned with real-world demands and global trends—supporting the long-term goal of delivering international-standard human resources in Vietnam.

Honoring teams and individuals: Recognizing contributions to knowledge development

Continuing the joy of this day of tribute, UEF also honored teams and individuals with outstanding achievements over the past year. Commendations from the Prime Minister, the Ministry of Education and Training, the Ho Chi Minh City People’s Committee, the Bình Thuận Province People’s Committee, the City Police Director, and the City Emulation Flag, among others, are well-deserved recognition for persistent efforts in professional work, emulation movements, and contributions to overall community development.

In addition, units and individuals who successfully fulfilled academic-year tasks, as well as lecturers who guided students in scientific research, were also recognized—reflecting a passionate academic community united toward shared goals.

Honored teams and individuals have made meaningful contributions to the University’s overall development

Moreover, the University proudly celebrated new milestones in lecturers’ academic research and teaching journeys. At the ceremony, newly appointed Associate Professor Phạm Huy Cường – Dean of the Faculty of English – together with new PhDs: Dr. Tăng Mỹ Hà (Standing Deputy Dean, Faculty of Economics), Dr. Đỗ Thị Thu Hà (Deputy Dean, Faculty of Economics), Dr. Đặng Thanh Thủy (Head of Human Resource Management major, Faculty of Business Administration), and Dr. Trần Thanh Trúc (Lecturer, Faculty of Economics) were officially introduced to the UEF community. These achievements represent not only personal success but also meaningful contributions to the University’s knowledge ecosystem.

UEF proudly honored the new Associate Professor and the new PhDs.

This year’s Vietnamese Teachers’ Day celebration concluded with moments of reflection, emotion, and pride. Heartfelt appreciation, teachers’ radiant smiles, students’ pride, and the FIBAA milestone blended together—creating a distinctive highlight in UEF’s journey of development. These sentiments continue to resonate, painting a vivid picture of a humane, innovative educational environment increasingly aligned with international standards.

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