University marks Vietnam Women’s Union anniversary with “October Blooms - Shining Together” flower-arranging competition

On October 20, the Trade Union of the University of Economics held a programme marking the 96th anniversary of the founding of the Vietnam Women’s Union (October 20, 1930 - October 20, 2026), honouring women who earned doctoral degrees and hosting a flower-arranging competition themed “October Blooms - Shining Together”. Attendees included Professor Le Van Huy, Party Committee Secretary and Rector; Dr Huynh Thi Hong Hanh, Vice Rector and President of the University’s Trade Union; Associate Professor Doan Ngoc Phi Anh, Vice Rector and Head of the Committee for the Advancement of Women; Associate Professor Dang Tung Lam, Vice Rector; members of the Trade Union Executive Committee; and a large number of university trade union members.

Speaking at the programme, Associate Professor Doan Ngoc Phi Anh extended his best wishes to all female trade union members on Vietnamese Women’s Day, October 20. He recognised the contributions of women staff to professional duties, teaching, research and university activities, helping build a positive, cohesive and caring workplace. To mark the occasion, the university’s leadership also presented a floral arrangement to its women staff.

Associate Professor Doan Ngoc Phi Anh extends his best wishes to all female trade union members

University leaders present a floral arrangement to women staff

As part of the programme, the university honoured nine women who earned doctoral degrees in 2026, recognising their commitment to learning, research and professional development. The recognition celebrated individual achievements while underscoring women’s capabilities, roles and contributions to the university’s development.

The university congratulates and honours women who earned doctoral degrees

A highlight of the programme was the flower-arranging competition, “October Blooms - Shining Together”. Through carefully conceived designs, presentation and messages, the competition offered teams an opportunity to demonstrate craftsmanship, creativity and teamwork while conveying meaningful messages about women’s roles across all aspects of life.

Teamwork and craftsmanship on display during the flower-arranging competition

Contestants’ presentations stand out for their confidence and the meaning behind their creations

At the close of the competition, the organisers presented awards to trade union branches with outstanding entries. First prize went to the Planning, Finance and Facilities Trade Union Branch. Two second prizes were awarded to the Student Affairs Office and the Faculty of Business Administration trade union branches. Three third prizes went to the trade union branches of the Faculty of E-Commerce, Marketing and Digital Technology; the Faculty of Tourism and International Business; and the Faculty of Banking and Finance. Seven consolation prizes were also awarded to participating trade union branches. The Planning, Finance and Facilities Trade Union Branch received an additional award for the highest proportion of members taking part.

Organisers present first prize in the flower-arranging competition

The two entries awarded second prize

Third-prize entries at the competition

Consolation prizes are presented to trade union branches

The Planning, Finance and Facilities Trade Union Branch receives the competition’s additional award

Through lively and meaningful activities, the programme promoted solidarity, mutual support and appreciation for the contributions of women staff, helping build an increasingly connected and dynamic DUE community and supporting its continued development.