Opening the conference, Presidents of both Broward and VATC made opening speeches to talk about the joint programs and the achievements from this co-operation. Dr. David Moore, Associate Vice President of Broward College said: “In only 02 years, VATC has created hope and support for this joint program. There are hundreds of students studying in the Broward program at VATC and there are thousands of students enrolling in the coming academic year at VATC”. This is a positive signal when there are more students becoming acquainted with and studying in international programs right in Vietnam. After finishing 03 years in the College program, VATC students will be able to transfer to most University in United State. By following this pan way, students can save thousands of dollars for the same standard of education in USA. Dr. Nguyen The Bao said: “With our passion, we are trying to give our students a concrete foundation for their future. Nowadays, to be successful, all students must be fluent in English and using English in their specific major. With our joint programs, I am totally confident that our students shall be able to obtain that”.

 After their speeches, VATC students also made a speech to express their feelings about the joint programs of these two enterprises. These speeches reflected student satisfaction and pride in having the chance to experience an international education environment right in Vietnam. Students also had the chance to talk directly with Broward College President – Mr. Jack David Armstrong regarding all the Broward programs at VATC and their advantages to Vietnam students through the co-operation with VATC. 

 

The Meet & Greet Session marked the end of a productive 7-day trip in Vietnam. During the visit, Broward Delegates exchanged information with VATC Board of Principals and Deans about the text books as well as major courses carried out at VATC. In general, the co-operation deepened through this visit.