On the morning of February 7, 2025, Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology and Education (HCMUTE) held the New Year Gathering – Spring of Ất Tỵ 2025, an occasion for university staff, lecturers, and employees to reunite and extend warm New Year wishes in a joyful and welcoming atmosphere.
HCMUTE leaders at the party
Distinguished Attendees
The event was attended by:
Dr. Truong Thi Hien – Secretary of Party Committee, President of the University Council
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Le Hieu Giang – Deputy Secretary of Party Committee, University President
Dr.Quach Thanh Hai – Vice President
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Chau Dinh Thanh – Vice President
Executive members of the Party Committee, Trade Union, and Youth Union
Leaders of faculties, offices, institute, and centers across the university
A large number of HCMUTE staff, lecturers, and employees
A Meaningful Year Ahead
The year 2025 marks significant national milestones, including:
95th Anniversary of the Communist Party of Vietnam
135th Birth Anniversary of President Ho Chi Minh
50th Anniversary of the Liberation of Southern Vietnam & National Reunification
80th National Day of Vietnam
In this celebratory spirit, the university organized the Ất Tỵ 2025 New Year Gathering, an annual event at HCMUTE to strengthen bonds within the university community and express gratitude to all staff for their dedication and contributions. The event not only reflected on the achievements of the past year but also set expectations and goals for a promising 2025.
Presidential Address
In his speech, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Le Hieu Giang extended his New Year greetings to all HCMUTE staff, expressing his joy at the full attendance of faculty members, fostering a warm and connected atmosphere. He reflected on the challenges of the past year and the university’s remarkable achievements in human resources, finance, staff welfare, admissions, training, research, quality assurance, communications, and infrastructure development. These successes have strengthened HCMUTE’s position and reputation, aligning with the theme of the previous academic year: "Let's make HCMUTE powerful and reputable."
On behalf of the university leadership, he expressed sincere gratitude for the dedication and commitment of all employees. Moving forward into the Year of Ất Tỵ 2025, HCMUTE aims to uphold its spirit of solidarity, innovation, and dedication, striving towards new successes and establishing itself as one of Vietnam’s leading universities, meeting the government's expectations in the national higher education network development plan.
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Le Hieu Giang delivering New Year greetings at the event.
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Le Hieu Giang delivered his speech at the party
Festive Atmosphere & Lucky Red Envelopes
In a joyful atmosphere, New Year toasts were raised, sending wishes for prosperity, success, and happiness to the HCMUTE community. Following this, lucky red envelopes were handed out to faculty members, bringing joy and well-wishes for a prosperous start to the new year.
Faculty members raising their glasses to welcome the New Year
HCMUTE staff receiving lucky red envelopes from university leaders
Exciting Lucky Draw
One of the most anticipated segments of the event was the Lucky Draw, where random numbers were drawn to determine winners of valuable prizes, including:
Blenders
Travel backpacks
Premium cookware sets
Grand Prize: A Gold Fortune Token worth 4,625,000 VND
University leaders conducting the lucky draw
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Le Hieu Giang presenting the grand prize – a Gold Fortune Token worth 4,625,000 VND
A Joyful Start to the Year
The HCMUTE New Year Gathering – Spring of Ất Tỵ 2025 concluded in an uplifting and celebratory atmosphere, setting the stage for an exciting year ahead. With a spirit of unity and dedication, HCMUTE staff, lecturers, and employees will continue striving for innovation and excellence, contributing to the university’s sustainable development and success in 2025.
A collection of images from the New Year Gathering