Undergraduate On July 13, 2026, Can Tho University (CTU) awarded Certificates of Completion to 19 faculty members and staff from Kamphaeng Phet Rajabhat University (Thailand), marking the successful completion of the Short-term English Professional Development Training Program for Teaching and Research. The program concluded successfully, reaffirming the effectiveness of the partnership between the two universities in advancing human resource development and promoting the internationalization of higher education. The ceremony was presided over by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Tran Trung Tinh - President of CTU, and attended by Dr. Le Van Lam - Vice President, representatives of the University's academic and administrative units, together with the 19 faculty members and staff who completed the program.
The program was designed to integrate English language enhancement, academic exchange, and experiential learning. Throughout the course, participants attended a series of specialized sessions aimed at strengthening English proficiency for teaching, research, and academic communication; engaged in in-depth discussions with CTU faculty members; delivered final academic presentations; and participated in cultural activities, visits to CTU's academic units and facilities, and exchanges with CTU lecturers and students. Beyond improving English-language competence in academic settings, the program enabled participants to broaden their perspectives on higher education, enhance their intercultural communication skills, and exchange professional expertise with international colleagues. These outcomes provide a strong foundation for future collaborative initiatives in research, academic exchange, and joint educational programs between the two universities.
The Certificate Awarding Ceremony was held at the CTU Administration Building
Speaking at the ceremony, Dr. Le Van Lam warmly congratulated the participants and emphasized that the program represented far more than a short-term professional development program; it was an inspiring journey of learning, collaboration, and academic exchange. Designed to elevate English proficiency for teaching, research, and academic communication, the training successfully combined specialized sessions, interactive discussions, and academic presentations, equipping educators with fresh perspectives and practical competencies for their professional work.
Vice President of CTU further noted that the program's greatest value lies not only in the knowledge and skills acquired, but also in the academic connections and mutual understanding fostered between the faculty members of the two universities. Building on this foundation, CTU hopes the program will continue to serve as a bridge for broader collaboration in education, research, academic exchange, and human resource development, while further strengthening the long-term partnership between CTU and Kamphaeng Phet Rajabhat University and contributing to greater connectivity within the ASEAN higher education community.
Dr. Le Van Lam emphasized that, beyond enhancing participants' knowledge and professional competencies, the program also strengthened academic ties between faculty members of the two universities, laying a solid foundation for broader collaboration in education, research, and human resource development
Representing Kamphaeng Phet Rajabhat University, Asst. Prof. Dr. Takkaporn Sukkasem - Assistant to the President for Organizational Development and Special Affairs, expressed her sincere appreciation for CTU's warm hospitality and the professional learning environment provided throughout the week-long program. She highly commended the academic quality of the training, noting that it not only enhanced participants' English proficiency for teaching and research but also offered valuable insights into Vietnamese culture, people, and CTU's dynamic and internationally oriented educational environment.
Asst. Prof. Dr. Takkaporn Sukkasem expressed her hope that the two universities would continue to develop more meaningful and practical collaborative programs in the future
During the ceremony, CTU awarded Certificates of Completion to the 19 faculty members and staff from Kamphaeng Phet Rajabhat University, marking the completion of the training program following a period of academic learning, scholarly exchange, and cultural immersion at CTU. The ceremony not only recognized the participants' achievements in enhancing their English language proficiency, strengthening professional exchange, and fostering academic collaboration, but also acknowledged their dedication, initiative, and commitment throughout the program.
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Tran Trung Tinh presented Certificates of Completion to the 19 learners
More than a short-term training initiative, the program has further strengthened the partnership between CTU and Kamphaeng Phet Rajabhat University by enhancing academic connectivity, promoting knowledge sharing, and laying the foundation for new collaborative initiatives in education, research, and human resource development. Built upon mutual trust, respect, and a shared vision for growth, the two universities will continue to expand their partnership, contributing to a more connected, innovative, and sustainable higher education landscape across the ASEAN region.
Commemorative photo
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