“Computer doctor” saves nearly a thousand “patients” of Vinh University students

A working day of Vinh University Computer Rescue Team. Photo: Thu Hien

Established on March 8, 2014, the Computer Rescue Team, led by students from the Institute of Engineering and Technology (formerly the Faculty of Information Technology), Vinh University, currently has 20 members. With their enthusiasm and energy, they have “revived” hundreds of computers after 4 years of operation.

With the aim of supporting students in repairing and maintaining computers for study and research, Vinh University Computer Rescue Team has become a trusted address for all students and trainees inside and outside the school.

With their enthusiastic and energetic activities, the members have "revived" hundreds of computers for students. Photo: Thu Hien

This meaningful activity is held on the first Sunday of the month. Team members are also very enthusiastic in consulting, repairing, maintaining computers, installing operating systems, scanning for viruses, etc. For computers that need to replace components and spare parts, the team will take them at a cheaper price than the market price.

Nguyen Van Son, a third-year student majoring in Construction, said: “My major requires me to study and do homework directly on the computer. The computer constantly has errors and breaks down. Every time the computer breaks down, the school’s computer rescue team becomes my “savior.”

“Not only is the repair free, but each time my computer is also cleaned thoroughly. Holding my computer in my hand, I feel like it is a new one. The team members are also very enthusiastic, funny, chatting and asking questions while waiting,” said Nguyen Thi Thu, a 4th year student majoring in Food Technology.

With the motto: “Rescue computers, program with love”, the team also established a fund to help people in difficult circumstances in Nghe An province. Photo: Thu Hien

Computer rescue is a meaningful activity. It is both voluntary and helps team members gain practical experience to draw lessons, skills and practical knowledge.

Student Hoang Ngoc Thang - Captain of the computer rescue team said: "Currently, the team has about 20 members from many courses K54, K55, K56. All are good and excellent students. The team has repaired more than 800 computers. In the future, to better serve the needs of students, the team will recruit more members. But to improve the quality and efficiency of work, the selection process will have to be thorough."