On the evening of May 9, 2025, National Economics University (NEU) hosted the Gala Night and Final Round of AEP’S GOT TALENT 2025 under the theme “OCTALYST.”

A view of the event

Attending the event were Assoc. Prof. Dr. Bui Huy Nhuong, Vice President of NEU; Dr. Vu Van Ngoc, Dean of the Institute of Advanced, High-Quality and POHE Programs; representatives of the leadership of schools, departments, faculties, institutes, and centers; and staff members and students of the Institute of Advanced, High-Quality and POHE Programs.

Dr. Vu Van Ngoc, Dean of the Institute of Advanced, High-Quality and POHE Programs, delivers the opening remarks

In his opening remarks, Dr. Vu Van Ngoc, Dean of the Institute of Advanced, High-Quality and POHE Programs, expressed his deep emotion and pride in the enthusiasm, creativity, and confidence of AEP students. “You are the true winners for daring to step onto the stage, showcase your talents, and pursue your passions. Whatever the results, the way you shine today is a testament to your inner strength and your courage to be different—qualities that we, as your teachers, always hope to nurture in every student,” Dr. Vu Van Ngoc emphasized.

Dr. Vu Van Ngoc, Dean of the Institute of Advanced, High-Quality and POHE Programs, presents flowers to thank the sponsors and supporting organizations

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Bui Huy Nhuong, Vice President of NEU, presents flowers to thank the judges

Inspired by the hit television show “America’s Got Talent,” AEP’s Got Talent debuted in 2018. Over three seasons, the competition has increasingly established itself as a respected platform for the arts, nurturing the talents and individuality of students at the Institute of Advanced, High-Quality and POHE Programs.

With the theme “OCTALYST”—symbolizing an explosion of passion and effort—this year’s competition received hundreds of entries and selected the five best acts for the final round. Each performance told a story and brought its own distinctive character, vividly capturing the youthful and dynamic artistic spirit of NEU students.

More than just a talent contest, the AEP’s Got Talent 2025 finals also offered a stage filled with emotion, where stage lights and enthusiastic applause came together to celebrate effort, aspirations, and youthful dreams, conveying the message: “Have the courage to discover your hidden talents, keep honing them, and persevere in your efforts—for the day will surely come when you shine at your brightest in your own way.”

Some images from the event:

Article and photos: Department of Communications

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