On November 20, in Hanoi, Post and Telecommunications Institute of Technology (PTIT) organized a ceremony to celebrate the 42nd anniversary of Vietnamese Teachers’ Day (November 20, 1982 – November 20, 2024) and the inauguration of the new training building at the Ngoc Truc campus.
The ceremony was attended by Deputy Minister of Information and Communications Bui Hoang Phuong, Professor Dr. Do Trung Ta, former Central Party Member, former Minister of Post and Telecommunications, Dr. Mai Liem Truc, former General Director of the Postal Department, Deputy Minister of Post and Telecommunications Huynh Quang Liem, General Director of Vietnam Post and Telecommunications Group. From the Institute, there were Professor Dr. Tu Minh Phuong – Secretary of the Party Committee, Chairman of the Institute Council; Associate Professor Dr. Dang Hoai Bac – President, past and present leaders, and nearly 800 faculty members and students representing over 22,000 students of the Institute.
The event was also attended by domestic and international partners of the Institute, regulatory agencies, local government authorities in the area where the Institute is based, and media agencies.
Deputy Minister Bui Hoang Phuong presents flowers to PTIT for Teachers’ Day
Speaking at the anniversary ceremony, Associate Professor Dr. Dang Hoai Bac, President of PTIT, expressed gratitude to the generations of educators at the Institute who have made and continue to make important contributions to the development of the Institute and the country, bringing the nation into the digital age. The President emphasized: “The Institute is a pioneer in digital transformation in higher education, a leading technology university in the country, and one of the five universities in the Semiconductor Training Alliance. The Institute is also at the forefront of opening new fields and programs like Fintech, IoT Technology, Data Engineering, Microchip Design, Digital Journalism, Game Design Development, and is the first institution to have an Artificial Intelligence Department. The Institute has been ranked by Scimago International as the number one university in Vietnam for Innovation in 2024; awarded the ASOCIO 2024 Award for EduTech (Educational Technology) by the Asia-Oceania Computing Industry Association (ASOCIO). In the 2023-2024 academic year, the Institute opened representative offices in Korea, Japan, and has representatives in Australia, Germany, and the United States, laying the foundation for further global integration and adherence to international standards in higher education. Additionally, 2024 has been a “breakout” year for international student awards, with many PTIT students participating and winning first prizes in international competitions in Australia, the U.S., Europe, Korea, and Japan. Some of the Institute’s student research projects, such as the “Aero ResQ: Search and Rescue System based on Wifi Signals and AI on UAVs,” have received high praise from multinational corporations like Intel and Huawei. A hundred PTIT students, as well as international students, have participated in internship exchanges at the Institute and abroad in 2024, and the Institute has launched a Master’s program in Computer Science in English for international students.” “Especially today, we are honored to have three faculty members recognized by the State Professor Title Council for achieving the title of Professor and Associate Professor,” the President shared.
Associate Professor Dr. Dang Hoai Bac Expresses Gratitude to Generations of Educators
Associate Professor Dr. Dang Hoai Bac stated, “The Institute has achieved remarkable results, inherited many valuable legacies, and has translated the leadership aspirations of the Ministry of Information and Communications into tangible outcomes. However, challenges remain ahead. The competition in higher education, both domestic and international, is fierce and requires the Institute to set higher development goals. The pace of the Institute’s development must be faster, yet we must still focus on quality, depth, and sustainability. The Institute must have a roadmap to nurture future PTIT talents from students and young faculty to take over and lead these important responsibilities.”
As part of the celebration of Vietnamese Teachers’ Day, the Institute announced and congratulated three educators recognized by the State Professor Title Council as achieving the standards for the title of Professor and Associate Professor in 2024. Among them, Associate Professor Pham Ngoc Anh, Head of the Basic Sciences Department 1, was recognized as a Professor in Mathematics, along with two faculty members achieving the title of Associate Professor.
Professor Dr. Tu Minh Phuong – Chairman of the Institute Council Presents the Professor and Associate Professor Titles for 2024
At the ceremony, the Institute also held the inauguration of the new classroom and dormitory buildings at the Ngoc Truc campus. Originally titled “Construction of the Administration Building, Classrooms, Dormitory – Postal and Telecommunications Training Center 1 – Post and Telecommunications Institute of Technology,” the project was funded by Vietnam Post and Telecommunications Group (VNPT), a key project to enhance the Institute’s facilities in line with its development strategy. The project includes: a 13-story administrative building, an 8-story dormitory, and supporting facilities, with a construction area of 1,600m² and a total floor area of 16,615m². Construction officially began in 2011. This long-term, complex project faced numerous challenges, including delays due to the COVID-19 pandemic. However, in November 2024, after tireless efforts and support from the political system, the project was completed and is now ready for use. This marks a significant milestone in improving the Institute’s facilities, supporting teaching and learning.
Deputy Minister Bui Hoang Phuong and Delegates Perform the Inauguration Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony at Ngoc Truc campus
In his speech at the opening of the new facility, Professor Dr. Tu Minh Phuong, Chairman of the Institute Council, expressed his joy at the completion of the Ngoc Truc campus and its readiness for use. He highlighted that this milestone is significant as it meets the expectations of the Institute’s staff, faculty, and students, and progressively enhances the physical infrastructure, teaching quality, and the Institute’s prestige.
The successful completion of the facility demonstrates that the Institute has the determination and capability to carry out large-scale and complex construction projects. This provides a foundation for the Institute to continue with its expansion of infrastructure in line with its growing stature and development strategy.
Professor Dr. Tu Minh Phuong, Chairman of the Institute Council, Affirms the Significance of Inaugurating the Ngoc Truc Campus
The project was completed at an opportune moment when the Institute had an urgent need for classrooms, faculty offices, and modern laboratories, as the current facilities, despite significant upgrades, were beginning to show signs of overload due to the rapid development of the Institute in recent years. “The opening of the Ngoc Truc campus not only contributes to expanding the Institute’s campus and improving its image but also elevates the Institute’s standing among students and the community,” emphasized the Chairman of the Institute Council.
Deputy Minister of Information and Communications Bui Hoang Phuong Speaks at the Ceremony
Sharing in the joy of the Institute’s staff and students, Deputy Minister of Information and Communications Bui Hoang Phuong sent his best wishes to the educators, scientists, and staff, particularly the three educators who were awarded the titles of Professor and Associate Professor by the State Professor Title Council.
Post and Telecommunications Institute of Technology is the only higher education institution under the Ministry of Information and Communications and must continue its mission of leading the digital transformation in Vietnam’s education system. The Deputy Minister expressed his hope that the leadership and faculty would continue their dedicated efforts to educate the next generation of global citizens, carrying the Institute’s legacy forward.
“The Ministry of Information and Communications recognizes the efforts of the Institute’s leadership in the completion of the Ngoc Truc campus on this special day. The Institute must quickly put the Ngoc Truc campus into full use,” the Deputy Minister concluded.
At the event, the Ministry of Information and Communications also awarded the Ministry’s Title of Excellent Worker for the period 2021-2023 to individuals with outstanding achievements, as well as certificates of merit to 8 teams and 19 individuals with excellent performance for the 2022-2023 period.
