# Quoc Tu Giam 950th anniversary celebrations > Developing situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/quoc-tu-giam-950th-anniversary-celebrations > Updated: 2026-11-05T00:01:55.000Z. Sources: 12. Developments: 2. Hanoi is organizing a series of cultural, scientific, and artistic events to commemorate the 950th anniversary of Quoc Tu Giam, Vietnam’s first national university. The celebrations, themed “The Essence of Academic Tradition,” are scheduled to take place from November 5 to 15 at the Temple of Literature and various locations throughout the capital. Planned activities include a national ceremony on November 14 that will utilize technologies such as 3D mapping, augmented reality, and laser lighting. The program also features scientific seminars, exhibitions, and an experiential program titled “Passport: Journey of Knowledge” to engage younger generations. Historically, Quoc Tu Giam was established in 1076 under King Ly Nhan Tong. The institution played a critical role in training talent for several dynasties, including the Ly, Tran, and Le eras. During the Tran dynasty, the school expanded its enrollment to include children of commoners with exceptional academic abilities. The university is associated with significant historical figures, such as the educator Chu Van An and the historian Ngo Si Lien. ## Timeline ### 2026-11-05: Quoc Tu Giam: The history of Vietnam's first national university Founded in 1076, Quoc Tu Giam was Vietnam's first national university, serving as a central hub for Confucian education and the training of elite scholars and officials for centuries. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/quoc-tu-giam-the-history-of-vietnams-first-national-university ### 2026-11-02: Hanoi to host national celebrations for 950th anniversary of Quoc Tu Giam Hanoi will host 11 events from November 5 to 15 to celebrate the 950th anniversary of Quoc Tu Giam, Vietnam’s first national university, featuring modern technology and traditional arts. 9 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/hanoi-announces-activities-for-950th-anniversary-of-quoc-tu-giam --- Cite as: Quoc Tu Giam 950th anniversary celebrations. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/quoc-tu-giam-950th-anniversary-celebrations