How does Dai Nam University bring its educational philosophy to the sports field?

Thousands of students competed in four elective sports – football, self-defense, yoga, and dance – at the 4th Dai Nam University Student Sports Festival in 2026. Behind the exciting matches, energetic performances, and medals lies a consistent educational philosophy: to train students to develop comprehensively in intellect, physical fitness, and willpower, equipping them with the competence, confidence, and resilience to face life.

The 4th Dai Nam University Student Sports Festival in 2026 attracted thousands of students to compete in four elective sports.

Healthy to study, healthy to grow, healthy to contribute throughout life.

In his opening remarks at the Sports Festival, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Le Hung Son - Vice Rector of Dai Nam University, affirmed that in the context of modern society, where the pressures of studying, working, and life are increasing, physical and mental health has become an important foundation for the sustainable development of each young person.

According to the school's leadership, Dai Nam University always pursues the philosophy of training well-rounded individuals, in which sports are not merely a movement or focused solely on achievement, but an inseparable part of the educational process.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Le Hung Son - Vice Rector of Dai Nam University, delivered a speech at the event.

Associate Professor Dr. Le Hung Son - Vice Rector of Dai Nam University, shared at the event: " We believe that a young person who wants to study well must first have good health, who wants to work effectively must have physical strength, and who wants to overcome life's challenges must have willpower that is trained every day. Therefore, the University does not train students just to obtain a degree, but aims to train individuals with professional competence, good health, strong character, and a spirit of long-term contribution to society. This is also how Dai Nam University realizes its philosophy of 'Unleash your identity - Illuminate your journey. Real competence - Solid foundation for life'."

Sports are not extracurricular activities, but a part of education.

Each competition is not only a sporting arena but also an environment for students to hone their character, willpower, and teamwork.

A unique feature of the Dai Nam University Student Sports Festival is that each student can choose a sport that suits their interests, abilities, and personality. The four competitive sports – football, self-defense, yoga, and dance – not only offer diverse experiences but also help students develop various skills and qualities.

Yoga helps build endurance, flexibility, and emotional balance; self-defense fosters discipline, confidence, and self-protection; dance cultivates self-assurance, creativity, and public speaking skills; and football contributes to teamwork, responsibility, and coordination.

According to a representative from the Faculty of Physical Education, organizing four elective sports is not simply aimed at creating diversity for the sports festival, but stems from the school's overarching educational philosophy.

"Each student has their own physique, personality, and strengths. We don't expect all of them to excel in the same sport, but rather hope that each student finds a sport that suits them, enjoys exercising, and develops a long-term training habit. That is the greatest goal of physical education."

Representatives from Dai Nam University affirmed that sports are an integral part of their educational philosophy for holistic human development.

This perspective is also the spirit of "Unleash Your Identity" that Dai Nam University pursues: respecting differences and encouraging each student to develop their own strengths instead of trying to become a copy of others.

With each match that ends, a journey of growth begins.

Following the parade, spectacular performances, and exciting finals in all four events, the 4th Student Sports Festival concluded with the awarding of trophies and medals to outstanding teams and individuals.

However, what remains is not just the awards, but also the spirit of pushing one's limits, the joy of being cheered on by teammates, the confidence in conquering challenges, and the realization that health is an indispensable asset on the path to building a successful life and career.

Self-defense training contributes to developing discipline, courage, and self-protection skills in students.

Nguyen Minh Duc, a student in the Chinese Language class 19-29, shared, "What I like most is that the school allows students to choose a sport that suits them. The sports festival doesn't create pressure to win or be like others, but encourages us to discover ourselves and train every day. I think this is not just a competition, but also a lesson in perseverance, teamwork, and the will to overcome oneself."

Exciting matches on the field foster a spirit of unity, responsibility, and teamwork among team members.

The awards ceremony concluded the sports event but opened the way for a journey of fostering physical fitness habits and a sporting spirit among students.

A match may only last a few dozen minutes, a sports season may only take place over a few days, but the training habits, sportsmanship, and unwavering determination will stay with them throughout their lives.

That is also what Dai Nam University aims to cultivate in each student: not only knowledge for professional practice but also health for studying, resilience to overcome difficulties, and the courage to make long-term contributions to society.

While a degree may open up career opportunities, it is health, willpower, and genuine ability that form the foundation for each individual to confidently go far on their own journey.