Amid joy, excitement and deep nostalgia, on the morning of April 20, 2024, more than 200 alumni of Cohort 26 of the University of Economics and Planning (now National Economics University (NEU)) returned from across the country to visit their alma mater—the beloved university that has experienced and witnessed so many changes over time…

An overview of the program

Attending the gathering were Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nguyen Thanh Hieu, Vice President; Prof. Dr. Tran Tho Dat, Chairman of the Science and Training Council; faculty members who are current and former University leaders, heads of units and former class advisers; and more than 200 alumni of Cohort 26.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nguyen Thanh Hieu, Vice President, delivers remarks.

Speaking at the anniversary celebration, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nguyen Thanh Hieu, Vice President, welcomed Cohort 26 alumni back to their alma mater to mark 40 years since their enrollment. Assoc. Prof. Nguyen Thanh Hieu expressed his joy and pride in witnessing the achievements of Cohort 26 alumni, many of whom have held or currently hold important positions in state ministries and agencies, the Government and major corporations.

On behalf of the University leadership, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nguyen Thanh Hieu extended his best wishes to the alumni: “May Cohort 26 alumni always enjoy good health and happiness and continue to achieve success in their careers, and may Cohort 26 remain united, closely connected and forever a source of pride for NEU!”

A representative of Cohort 26 alumni delivers remarks and presents a gift of appreciation to the University

Representatives of Cohort 26 alumni present flowers to faculty members in appreciation

The gentle music seemed to transport everyone back to the passionate, dream-filled youth of Cohort 26 members. Forty years have passed, but memories of NEU, of lecture halls B and C shaded by trees, of sleepless nights studying for exams and of enduring friendships remain fresh and vivid in the heart of every alumnus. It is deeply moving to recall the beautiful memories of student life together, and even more heartwarming that today, Cohort 26 alumni have another opportunity to gather here, revisit those vibrant years filled with burning dreams and aspirations, and share their emotions as they remember their time together as a cohort—a time filled with unforgettable memories.

Special performances by Cohort 26 alumni themselves

A representative of the Cohort 26 Liaison Committee said that most members had long wished for and cherished the idea of a celebration marking 40 years since enrollment. This was an opportunity for each alumnus to return to their alma mater and relive the beautiful days of their youth together. It was also an occasion for generations of students to express their gratitude to the teachers who had guided them at NEU.

Faculty members and Cohort 26 alumni pose for a commemorative photograph

The celebration marking 40 years since the enrollment of Cohort 26 alumni has come to a close. We wish all alumni continued good health and happiness as they move forward in the spirit of “Connection – Sharing – Cooperation – Success”.

Article and photos: Department of Communications

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