Sai Gon Giai Phong Newspaper | A Valedictorian’s Promise to Her Mother: A Story of Resilience and Determination

“Mom, please wait for me. One day, you will see me wearing my graduation gown.” On October 23, at the graduation ceremony of Ton Duc Thang University (TDTU), Nguyen Thi My Hoa recalled the promise she had made to her mother. The petite young woman graduated as the valedictorian of the Accounting program, achieving an outstanding GPA of 9.04/10. Her four-year university journey came to a close with joy and heartfelt gratitude to those who had stood by her through countless challenges.

In her graduation speech, Hoa expressed her deepest affection and appreciation for her lecturers and friends. She understood that although her journey might have been slower than others, she could still move forward by remaining committed to her goals and accepting the support of those around her.

Her dedication was reflected in her final GPA of 9.04/10, an Excellent academic classification, the title of Valedictorian of the Accounting program, and the Outstanding Graduate distinction. She also received the BKR Sheldon B. Webster Scholarship 2026. These successive achievements stand as a testament to the perseverance and determination she demonstrated throughout her university years.

❤️ The Faculty of Accounting is proud of Hoa and celebrates her as an inspiring role model for generations of students to come!

📖 Faculty members and students are warmly invited to read her moving story in Sai Gon Giai Phong Newspaper:

https://www.sggp.org.vn/loi-hua-voi-me-cua-co-gai-thu

Source: Sai Gon Giai Phong Newspaper.