A “Radiant Youth” Journey with the 5th TDTU Student Beauty Contest
On 30 June 2025, the fifth final round of Ton Duc Thang University (TDTU) “Student Beauty” contest in the academic year 2024-2025 with the theme “Radiant Youth” took place successfully at the Hall 2A of the University.
The program was honored to have the presence and witness of Dr. Tran Trong Dao – Chairman of the Science and Training Council, President of the University; Dr. Nguyen Ngoc Son – Vice President of the University; and Ms. Dang Thi Kim Anh (MA) – Head of the Department of Student Affairs, Deputy Head of the Contest. The judging panel featured Meritorious Artist, Dr., and Director Huynh Cong Duan – Vice Dean of Faculty of Culture and Arts Management, Ho Chi Minh City University of Culture and member of the Vietnam Stage Artists Association; Mr. Vo Hieu Nghia – Regional Director of Miss National Vietnam; Mr. Pham Tuan Ngoc – Mister World Vietnam 2024, 1st Runner-Up Mister World 2024; Miss Nguyen Ngoc Kieu Duy – Miss National Vietnam 2024; Mr. Le Quoc Bao (MA) – Assistant Head, the Department of Student Affairs; Ms. Trinh Phuong Thao (MA) – Lecturer from the Division of Life Skills Training, Department of Student Affairs; and Dr. To Nhi A – Psychologist.
Also in attendance were leaders of various Departments, Faculties, Institutes, Centers within the University, sponsor representatives, and especially a large crowd of enthusiastic TDTU students.
Held biennially, the contest brings students a meaningful playground which honors the holistic beauty of TDTU students – not only in appearance, but also in intellect as well as confidence and a sense of community responsibility. Each round offers students the opportunity to demonstrate their competence, hone their skills and spread the core values: Discipline - Politeness - Professionalism - Creativity - Devotion
In her speech at the final night of the contest, Ms. Dang Thi Kim Anh (MA) – Head of the Department of Students Affairs, Deputy Head of the Contest asserted: “With the philosophy “Liberal Education for Comprehensive Human Development”, Ton Duc Thang University strives to cultivate a dynamic, modern, and humane learning environment. Every year, from faculty to university levels, over 800 activities in fields of academics, art and culture, sports as well as volunteering and community activities are organized, providing students with an environment and opportunities for comprehensive development.”
Launched in April 2025, the Contest attracted over 150 student registrations. After the Preliminary Round (April 18) and Semifinals (May 16), the top 20 finalists (10 male and 10 female) advanced to the Final Round. They competed in three segments: Traditional Ao Dai Costume, Evening Gown, and Question and Answer, to determine the highest titles. Throughout the journey, under experts’ guidance, candidates underwent professional training from skill classes such as catwalk, public speaking practice, and personal styling.
In addition to the core competition activities, this year’s contest stood out for its community-oriented initiatives. The Top 20 finalists presented their social service projects and participated in a field trip to Can Gio District, which included offering incense at the Rung Sac Martyrs Temple, meeting soldiers of Border Guard Flotilla 2 as well as donating a bookshelf to Can Thanh Primary School. These activities helped spread the spirit of living usefully and collectively – one of the three key features of TDTU’s three ethical conduct.
As a prominent event among over 800 annual activities aiming at comprehensive development in learners in line with the philosophy of liberal education, the Student Beauty Contest not only underscores the institution’s commitment to well‑rounded academic excellence but also helps shape TDTU students into professionals who are professionally competent, resilient in character, and enriched with a spirit of devotion.
Overall results:
- Major Awards:
- Mister University: Tran Tin Dat (Contestant No. 022), from the Faculty of Electrical and Electronics Engineering
- Miss University: Tran Thi Ngoc My (Contestant No. 064), from the Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities
- 1st Runner-Up Mister University: Nguyen Xuan Hoang Long (Contestant No. 057), from the Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities
- 1st Runner-Up Miss University: Phu Cam Ngoc (Contestant No. 070), from the Faculty of Applied Sciences
- 2nd Runner-Up Mister University: Le Vy Quang (Contestant No. 084), from the Faculty of Business Administration
- 2nd Runner-Up Miss University: Vu Ngoc Bao Khue (Contestant No. 049), from the Faculty of Foreign Languages
- Additional Awards:
- Best Community Project: “Piano for Everyone” – Team 4WARD
- Most Benevolent Contestant: Pham Nguyen Nguyen Thao (Contestant No. 091), from the Faculty of Accounting
- Most Talented Contestant: Huynh Thanh Nhu Y (Contestant No. 122) from the Faculty of Business Administration
- Most Radiant Male Student: Dau Hong Tra (Contestant No. 100), from the Faculty of Information Technology
- Most Radiant Female Student: Huynh Thanh Nhu Y (Contestant No. 122), from the Faculty of Business Administration
- Best Traditional Costume Performance (Male): Le Hong Anh (Contestant No. 003), from the Faculty of Business Administration
- Best Traditional Costume Performance (Female): Ho Ngoc Hoai Linh (Contestant No. 056), from the Faculty of Law
- Media Favorite (Male): Trinh Quoc Bao (Contestant No. 006), from the Faculty of Business Administration
- Media Favorite (Female): Nguyen Phuong Nhi (Contestant No. 074), from the Faculty of Foreign Languages
