The Graduation Ceremony and Degree Conferral for Full-time Undergraduate Students, Academic Year 2024–2025 (Phase 2)
On August 1st, in a solemn and emotional atmosphere, Hanoi Metropolitan University held the Graduation and Degree Conferment Ceremony for the 2024–2025 academic year (second phase) for students of cohorts D2021 and C2022. The ceremony marked the end of a journey filled with dedication, learning, and growth for the new graduates.
Attending the ceremony were members of the Party Committee, University Council, Board of Rectors; leaders of faculties, departments, and offices; along with numerous lecturers, parents, and especially the graduating students.
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Đỗ Hồng Cường – Rector of Hanoi Metropolitan University
In his speech at the ceremony, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Đỗ Hồng Cường – Rector of Hanoi Metropolitan University – warmly congratulated the new graduates, acknowledging and expressing gratitude for their tireless efforts throughout their studies, especially their resilience during the challenges posed by the Covid-19 pandemic.
“The degrees awarded today are not only a testament to your academic achievements but also the result of a persistent journey through adversity. It was during these difficult times that the bond between teachers and students grew stronger, with greater understanding and support,” emphasized Rector Đỗ Hồng Cường.
Across both graduation phases, Hanoi Metropolitan University proudly honored 23 valedictorians, 77 students graduating with Excellent standing, and 582 students with Good standing — numbers that reflect the quality of education and the dedication of the university’s teaching staff.
At the ceremony, the graduating student representatives — Nguyễn Hà Vy (English Language, Class D2021B) and Trần Đức Chiến (Tourism and Travel Services Management, Class D2021B) — delivered heartfelt speeches, reflecting on their academic journeys. They expressed deep gratitude to their teachers, families, and friends, while also affirming their determination to dedicate themselves and prove their worth in the new chapter ahead.
The ceremony concluded with a solemn ritual: the official announcement of the Graduation Decision, honoring of the valedictorians, and conferral of degrees to all graduating students. Amidst pride and emotional farewells, the Commencement Ceremony not only marked the end of four years of university life but also opened a new path — the journey of knowledgeable citizens bearing within them the aspiration to contribute and build a better future.
Some memorable moments from the ceremony:
