{"id":74922,"date":"2025-07-19T10:50:00","date_gmt":"2025-07-19T03:50:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/neu.edu.vn\/neus-female-valedictorian-of-2025-nguyen-hoang-anh-mai-sao-and-her-journey-to-shine-2\/"},"modified":"2025-07-19T10:50:00","modified_gmt":"2025-07-19T03:50:00","slug":"neus-female-valedictorian-of-2025-nguyen-hoang-anh-mai-sao-and-her-journey-to-shine-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/neu.edu.vn\/en\/neus-female-valedictorian-of-2025-nguyen-hoang-anh-mai-sao-and-her-journey-to-shine-2\/","title":{"rendered":"NEU\u2019s Female Valedictorian of 2025: Nguyen Hoang Anh Mai Sao and Her Journey to Shine"},"content":{"rendered":"

Ahead of the 2025 graduation ceremony for full-time undergraduate students in the Advanced, High-Quality, POHE and Business Analytics programs at National Economics University (NEU), this year\u2019s outstanding valedictorian has attracted particular attention with a name that is both unusual and inspiring: Nguyen Hoang Anh Mai Sao, the top graduate of her cohort with a GPA of 3.99\/4.<\/em><\/p>\n

The student from High-Quality Auditing Class 63A stands out not only for her near-perfect grades, but also for her well-rounded, persistent and meaningful four-year university journey. With an outstanding academic record, numerous awards and scholarships, and achievements in many intellectual competitions, Mai Sao exemplifies a modern generation of NEU students: professionally competent, socially responsible and confident in engaging with the wider world.<\/p>\n

The upcoming graduation ceremony is not only an important milestone for Mai Sao personally, but also an occasion for the University to honor hard work, share inspiration and recognize the growth of talented students on their journey to acquire knowledge.<\/p>\n

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New valedictorian <\/em>Nguyen Hoang Anh Mai Sao<\/em><\/p>\n

A former student in the mathematics specialization at Bac Giang High School for the Gifted, the student from High-Quality Auditing Class 63A is graduating after four years with an outstanding GPA of 3.99\/4, ranking first among graduates receiving their degrees from NEU at the upcoming ceremonies on July 21 and 25. Nguyen Hoang Anh Mai Sao also stands out for a remarkable series of achievements, including academic merit scholarships in all seven semesters; a Top 50 placement in the NEU Party Organization\u2019s \u201cFifth Political Essay Competition on Protecting the Party\u2019s Ideological Foundation in Hanoi, 2025\u201d; a bronze medal in Algebra at the 2024 National Student Olympiad; first prize in Algebra at the 2024 National Economics University Mathematics Olympiad; a Top 5 placement in the 2023 Student Leader competition; the \u201cStudent of Five Merits\u201d title; and participation in many other activities and competitions.<\/p>\n

Mai Sao said: \u201cI feel truly happy and grateful. I know this is not just my own achievement, but also the result of the support and encouragement of my family, teachers and friends over the past four years. There were times when I felt exhausted and discouraged, but my loved ones and my belief in myself helped me persevere to the end.<\/p>\n

For me, being valedictorian is not just an achievement but a beautiful milestone in my youth, reminding me of my unrelenting efforts and giving me more motivation to embark on the next stage of my journey with greater confidence and kindness.\u201d<\/p>\n

Sharing her approach to achieving strong academic results, Mai Sao said she always tries to do the simplest things well\u2014such as listening attentively in class, taking thorough notes and not hesitating to ask friends or teachers when she does not understand something. For her, persistence and initiative matter most. Every subject has its own challenges, but Mai Sao believes that with sufficient dedication and effort, results will come naturally. Maintaining a steady approach to learning, without putting too much pressure on herself or becoming complacent, helped her achieve these results.<\/p>\n

Whenever she feels pressured or discouraged, or struggles to absorb what she is studying, Mai Sao often treats herself to a favorite dish to lift her spirits or sits down to write out why she must keep trying. \u201cI always remind myself that my goal is not just to get good grades, but also to earn scholarships to help ease some of the financial burden on my parents and to live up to my family\u2019s love and trust.<\/p>\n

A valedictorian with a memorable name!<\/strong><\/p>\n

An introvert, Mai Sao is somewhat reserved around strangers. Once she gets to know people, however, she always leaves them feeling optimistic, cheerful and full of energy.<\/p>\n

Speaking cheerfully about her unusually long name, Mai Sao said: \u201cWhen people first meet me, what probably makes the strongest impression is my name\u2014Nguyen Hoang Anh Mai Sao. It sounds a little long, but it is a very special name to me.<\/p>\n

I once asked my father why he had given me such a long and unusual name, and he told me a story\u2014I am still not sure whether it was true or he was just joking. Nguyen Hoang combines my father\u2019s and mother\u2019s family names to symbolize the loving bond within our family. The day I was born was very rainy and windy. On his way to bring things to my mother at the hospital, my father happened to look up and see a star shining amid the storm. At that moment, he thought of me\u2014a small but warm ray of light in the gloomy weather\u2014and that was how the name \u2018Anh Mai Sao\u2019 came about.<\/p>\n

Ever since then, I have always felt that my name is a gentle reminder: whatever life brings, try to be a positive, gentle and resilient light amid the dark days.\u201d<\/p>\n

Beyond her name, throughout Mai Sao\u2019s journey of learning and growth, her family has always been her strongest source of support\u2014giving her love, motivation and confidence.<\/p>\n

\u201cMy father is a man of few words and is not good at expressing affection, but he always quietly watches over me, doing everything he can so that I can focus on my studies with peace of mind. To me, my mother is the most wonderful person in the world. Although she is getting older, she still works hard every day, in rain or shine, simply hoping to give me the best possible conditions for my education. She always gives me the best of everything, sometimes even forgetting to take care of herself.<\/p>\n

Then there is my older brother, who shows his care for me in the most direct and personal way. Whenever I leave for Hanoi to study, he sets aside money from his savings to give me, asks about every little thing and offers all kinds of advice. Although he does not use flowery words, the way he cares for me always makes me feel loved and protected.<\/p>\n

My family is my greatest source of support and my reason to keep striving\u2014to honor their love and sacrifices and live up to their expectations,\u201d Mai Sao confided.<\/p>\n

Discussing her career choice, Mai Sao said she chose Auditing somewhat\u2026 spontaneously, because it sounded very \u201cimpressive.\u201d But once she began studying and gaining experience, she came to understand that independent auditing is not simply about checking accounting records, but about expressing an opinion on whether financial statements present a true and fair view.<\/p>\n

In her third year at university, Mai Sao became an intern at an auditing firm. Practical experience in a professional environment helped her better understand the pressures, responsibilities and value of the auditing profession. From then on, she resolved to work even harder to develop her knowledge, skills and professional confidence, preparing thoroughly for the journey ahead after graduation.<\/p>\n

\u201cMy plan is to do my job well at Deloitte Vietnam, gradually becoming a professionally competent auditor while always maintaining professional integrity,\u201d Mai Sao said.<\/p>\n

Speaking about Mai Sao, Dr. Vu Van Ngoc, Dean of the Institute of Advanced, High-Quality and POHE Programs at NEU, said: \u201cMai Sao is an exemplary student who brings together professional competence, critical thinking, political steadfastness and a commitment to serving the community.<\/p>\n

Her achievements extend beyond academics to many areas: from a bronze medal at the National Student Mathematics Olympiad and first prize at the University Mathematics Olympiad to university-level scientific research awards in two consecutive years. She also earned the university-level Student of Five Merits title for three consecutive years (2022, 2023 and 2024). I am particularly impressed by Mai Sao\u2019s Top 50 placement in the 2025 political essay competition on protecting the Party\u2019s ideological foundation. This shows that she is not only professionally capable but also politically and ideologically steadfast\u2014a quality much needed among today\u2019s young intellectuals.<\/p>\n

With her discipline, tireless efforts and dedication to everything she does, Mai Sao exemplifies students in the High-Quality academic program, which emphasizes integration and social responsibility. I am confident that she will continue to shine in her career and contribute positively to the development of the auditing profession and the national economy.\u201d<\/p>\n

Article and photos: Dan Viet Newspaper and the Department of Communications<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

This is an automated translation. If you notice any errors, please contact the Department of Communications, National Economics University at phongtruyenthong@neu.edu.vn<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Ahead of the 2025 graduation ceremony for full-time undergraduate students in the Advanced, High-Quality, POHE and Business Analytics programs at National Economics University (NEU), this year\u2019s outstanding valedictorian has attracted particular attention with a name that is both unusual and inspiring: Nguyen Hoang Anh Mai Sao, the top graduate of her cohort with a GPA of 3.99\/4. The student from High-Quality Auditing Class 63A stands out not only for her near-perfect grades, but also for her well-rounded, persistent and meaningful four-year university journey. With an outstanding academic record, numerous awards and scholarships, and achievements in many intellectual competitions, Mai Sao exemplifies a modern generation of NEU students: professionally competent, socially responsible and confident in engaging with the wider world. The upcoming graduation ceremony is not only an important milestone for Mai Sao personally, but also an occasion for the University to honor hard work, share inspiration and recognize the growth of talented students on their journey to acquire knowledge. New valedictorian Nguyen Hoang Anh Mai Sao A former student in the mathematics specialization at Bac Giang High School for the Gifted, the student from High-Quality Auditing Class 63A is graduating after four years with an outstanding GPA of 3.99\/4, ranking first among graduates receiving their degrees from NEU at the upcoming ceremonies on July 21 and 25. Nguyen Hoang Anh Mai Sao also stands out for a remarkable series of achievements, including academic merit scholarships in all seven semesters; a Top 50 placement in the NEU Party Organization\u2019s \u201cFifth Political Essay Competition on Protecting the Party\u2019s Ideological Foundation in Hanoi, 2025\u201d; a bronze medal in Algebra at the 2024 National Student Olympiad; first prize in Algebra at the 2024 National Economics University Mathematics Olympiad; a Top 5 placement in the 2023 Student Leader competition; the \u201cStudent of Five Merits\u201d title; and participation in many other activities and competitions. Mai Sao said: \u201cI feel truly happy and grateful. I know this is not just my own achievement, but also the result of the support and encouragement of my family, teachers and friends over the past four years. There were times when I felt exhausted and discouraged, but my loved ones and my belief in myself helped me persevere to the end. For me, being valedictorian is not just an achievement but a beautiful milestone in my youth, reminding me of my unrelenting efforts and giving me more motivation to embark on the next stage of my journey with greater confidence and kindness.\u201d Sharing her approach to achieving strong academic results, Mai Sao said she always tries to do the simplest things well\u2014such as listening attentively in class, taking thorough notes and not hesitating to ask friends or teachers when she does not understand something. For her, persistence and initiative matter most. Every subject has its own challenges, but Mai Sao believes that with sufficient dedication and effort, results will come naturally. Maintaining a steady approach to learning, without putting too much pressure on herself or becoming complacent, helped her achieve these results. Whenever she feels pressured or discouraged, or struggles to absorb what she is studying, Mai Sao often treats herself to a favorite dish to lift her spirits or sits down to write out why she must keep trying. \u201cI always remind myself that my goal is not just to get good grades, but also to earn scholarships to help ease some of the financial burden on my parents and to live up to my family\u2019s love and trust. A valedictorian with a memorable name! An introvert, Mai Sao is somewhat reserved around strangers. Once she gets to know people, however, she always leaves them feeling optimistic, cheerful and full of energy. Speaking cheerfully about her unusually long name, Mai Sao said: \u201cWhen people first meet me, what probably makes the strongest impression is my name\u2014Nguyen Hoang Anh Mai Sao. It sounds a little long, but it is a very special name to me. I once asked my father why he had given me such a long and unusual name, and he told me a story\u2014I am still not sure whether it was true or he was just joking. Nguyen Hoang combines my father\u2019s and mother\u2019s family names to symbolize the loving bond within our family. The day I was born was very rainy and windy. On his way to bring things to my mother at the hospital, my father happened to look up and see a star shining amid the storm. At that moment, he thought of me\u2014a small but warm ray of light in the gloomy weather\u2014and that was how the name \u2018Anh Mai Sao\u2019 came about. Ever since then, I have always felt that my name is a gentle reminder: whatever life brings, try to be a positive, gentle and resilient light amid the dark days.\u201d Beyond her name, throughout Mai Sao\u2019s journey of learning and growth, her family has always been her strongest source of support\u2014giving her love, motivation and confidence. \u201cMy father is a man of few words and is not good at expressing affection, but he always quietly watches over me, doing everything he can so that I can focus on my studies with peace of mind. To me, my mother is the most wonderful person in the world. Although she is getting older, she still works hard every day, in rain or shine, simply hoping to give me the best possible conditions for my education. She always gives me the best of everything, sometimes even forgetting to take care of herself. Then there is my older brother, who shows his care for me in the most direct and personal way. Whenever I leave for Hanoi to study, he sets aside money from his savings to give me, asks about every little thing and offers all kinds of advice. Although he does not use flowery words, the way he cares for me always makes me feel loved and protected. 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