On the morning of September 26, 2024, the “Welcome Y1 Public Health” program was successfully held at Lecture Hall 301B, Hanoi Medical University. This special event, dedicated to new Bachelor of Public Health students, marked the beginning of their academic journey and development under the common roof of the School of Preventive Medicine and Public Health – Hanoi Medical University.
The Welcome Y1 gathering was an opportunity for new Public Health students to meet and interact with the School's leadership, lecturers, and senior students. Speaking at the event, Assoc. Prof. PhD. Do Thi Thanh Toan emphasized the importance of Public Health in the current context and encouraged students to make the most of learning and research opportunities to become leading experts in the future.
Following this was a presentation on the program's curriculum by PhD. Pham Bich Diep, helping students better understand their academic pathway and the career opportunities the field offers. Y1 students also heard practical insights from an alumnus, PhD. Do Nam Khanh, currently a lecturer in the Department of Nutrition, who shared his work experience in the field and the opportunities and challenges students will face upon graduation.
One of the event's highlights was the sharing session by Nguyen Ngoc Linh, a fourth-year Public Health student, who offered sincere insights into her studies, participation in Youth Union and Student Association activities, and effective time management. This served as a great source of motivation for new students in their first days at university.
Beyond speeches and sharing, the program also created a lively atmosphere with exciting games, helping new students learn while playing, and strengthening bonds among them.
The event concluded with a Q&A session, where new students had the opportunity to directly ask questions to the leadership and lecturers, addressing all their queries about the learning process, research, and future opportunities.
The “Welcome Y1 Public Health 2024” program was not only an occasion for new students to familiarize themselves with the university environment but also marked the beginning of their journey to become future public health professionals. With dedicated guidance from the University's lecturers, along with support and encouragement from senior students, new students are sure to have a meaningful and successful academic journey.
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The ceremony concluded with a commemorative photo session, marking memorable moments for new students and lecturers, and kicking off a promising academic year full of new challenges.