(VOV) – Ho Chi Minh city’s Youth Union and Students’ Association on Saturday held a ceremony to mark the 63rd Students’ Day on January 9th. The atmosphere of fighting and demonstration in Saigon, the former name of Ho Chi Minh city, students’ movement for national salvation against the US and sacrifices of hero-student Tran Van On was re-created through a lively performance of 1,000 local students. Organizers honored 94 excellent students in 2012 and presented 28 scholarships to Students’ Associations’ members. Dao Vinh Loc has been awarded for 2 consecutive times. “The award recognizes students who excelled in 5 areas. This is my permanent goals. Students should pay more attention to physical training, learning skills and participating in social activities.” , Loc said.