05 Jul, 2026
Throughout the event, UEHers families participated in the Happy Journey, with each milestone recorded as they explored four experience - Happy Passport.


Happy Passport with completion stamps for each station




Families checking in at the photobooth, ready for the festival
The atmosphere at the Healthy Body Station was lively, with 08 family teams participating. The teams worked together to conquer a series of physical challenges, spreading an active spirit, promoting physical fitness, and strengthening family bonds









Teams demonstrating determination in the Healthy Body station competitions
Alongside physical activities, attendees experienced a culinary space with a balanced 7-color meal featuring nutritious, health-promoting foods. Interactive activities also provided participants with valuable knowledge about green foods, spreading the message of healthy living.




Families participating in games and enjoying 7-color fruits and juices at the Happy Meal station
The Happy Journey experience also took families to spaces for mental nourishment and connection.






Relaxing moments, practicing gratitude, and spreading love at the Focus & Resilience station





Families capturing beautiful memories at the Flourish station
Continuing the experience journey, the stage of UEH Got Talent - "Shining Journey" featured elaborate performances from 08 participating families.
Through two rounds - "60 Impressive Seconds" and "Special Mark" - the families showcased their creativity, talent, and spirit of togetherness through various performance forms including singing, dancing, and skits.









8 performances spreading messages of connection across UEH family generations
Concluding the “Embracing Wellbeing Home” journey at UEH Family Fair 2026, UEH Family Gala took place in a solemn and warm atmosphere. The ceremony was attended by UEH Leadership: Assoc. Prof. Dr. Bui Quang Hung - Secretary of the Party Committee and UEH President; Prof. Dr. Nguyen Khac Quoc Bao - Vice President of UEH; Dr. Dinh Cong Khai - Vice President of UEH; Prof. Dr. Nguyen Dong Phong - Chairman of the UEH Strategic Development Council; Assoc. Prof. Dr. Phan Thi Bich Nguyet - Chairwoman of the UEH Alumni Executive Board; Prof. Dr. Su Dinh Thanh - Chairman of the Science and Training Council; Dr. Nguyen Thien Duy - Chairman of UEH Trade Union, along with over 900 staff, employees, retired lecturers, and family members.
Through films and emotional stories of dedication, the ONE UEH family looked back on the half-century journey of formation and development, where intergenerational bonds and sustainable values are nurtured within each UEHer family
Clip The Power of People - Ordinary individuals building UEH's enduring strength for 50 years
n his opening speech, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Bui Quang Hung - Secretary of the Party Committee and UEH President shared: “Over the past 50 years, 8 precious heritage values - Unity, Compassion, Dedication, Community, Pioneering, Co-creation, Sustainability, and Internationalization - have shaped UEH's identity. These values will continue to be preserved and promoted by every individual, every family, and every beautiful action across the UEH community. This is also the foundation for UEH to step into a new chapter, aspiring to build domestic achievements, an international position, and a unique identity where every member feels proud to belong and happy to be part of”.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Bui Quang Hung sharing his sentiments, directions, and words of gratitude to the entire UEH family
Over the years, generations of staff and employees have quietly accompanied UEH, dedicating their hearts to nurturing the shared home. Behind each dedication journey is a family - quietly sharing, loving, and providing strength. The UEH Family Gala extended deep gratitude to 50 staff and employees with long years of dedication to UEH - those who have contributed to the university's complete 50-year journey

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Bui Quang Hung presenting the Commemorative Emblem to 50 faculty and staff members for their 25-year, 30-year, and 40-year milestones of contribution
The Commemorative Emblem honoring staff and employees with long-term dedication to UEH is presented only once for each milestone of 25 years, 30 years, and 40 years or more of service. From 2027 onward, the Commemorative Emblem presentation will be held annually at the UEH Awards
Also during the Gala, the Organizing Committee summarized and awarded prizes to families with outstanding achievements in the UEH Family Fair 2026 activities, including categories: Co-creating Future Family, Spreading Happiness Family, Connecting Love Family, and UEH Companion Family. The awards not only recognized the enthusiastic participation of families but also celebrated creativity, teamwork, and positive values spread throughout the festival .

Prof. Dr. Bui Quang Hung and Dr. Dinh Cong Khai presenting First Prize to Community Team - Co-creating Future Family; Second Prize to Co-creation Team - Spreading Happiness Family; Third Prize to Dedication and Unity Teams - Connecting Love Family; Consolation Prizes to Compassion, Pioneering, Sustainability, and Internationalization Teams - UEH Companion Family
Following the toast ceremony, families gathered together in the Gala Dinner space, participating in a lucky draw and capturing memorable moments with colleagues, loved ones, and the UEH family.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Bui Quang Hung; Dr. Dinh Cong Khai; Prof. Dr. Nguyen Dong Phong; Prof. Dr. Su Dinh Thanh; Assoc. Prof. Dr. Phan Thi Bich Nguyet; Prof. Dr. Nguyen Trong Hoai; Dr. Nguyen Thien Duy; Prof. Dr. Vo Thanh Thu performing the toast ceremony



Lucky Draw program in a vibrant and exciting atmosphere
Closing the UEH Family Fair 2026 journey, the UEH family gathered to light the campfire. This symbolizes passion, love, appreciation for sustainable values, and a commitment to collectively create a comprehensive happy university environment - UEH Wellbeing - Flourishing University.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Bui Quang Hung; Dr. Dinh Cong Khai; Prof. Dr. Nguyen Dong Phong; Prof. Dr. Su Dinh Thanh; Dr. Nguyen Thien Duy performing the torch ceremony, carrying forward tradition, trust, and direction for UEH's journey ahead
The lit fire carried the message of continuing UEH's 50-year development journey, with three flames symbolizing the values: "Creative Freedom," "Proactive Future," and "Comprehensive Value".


The UEH family campfire blazing bright, symbolizing 3 core values in the journey of creating a comprehensive happy university


UEHers joining hands around the campfire
The UEH Family Fair 2026 concluded with many emotions and memorable moments. On the journey towards UEH's 50th anniversary, the values nurtured from each family today will continue to serve as the foundation for the ONE UEH community to Growing Well Together, accompanying and creating a UEH Wellbeing - Flourishing University, where every individual has the opportunity for comprehensive development, every family is a support system, and every dedication journey is honored and continued for a sustainable UEH./.
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Half a century has passed. From a book of knowledge with a nation-building mission in 1976 to today, UEH has grown into one of the leading universities in Asia. This is the journey of 8 heritage values that form UEH’s internal strength, preserved and transformed across generations of UEHers. From Unity - Compassion, which laid the foundation in the early years; Dedication - Community - Pioneering, which shaped today’s identity and standing; to Creation - Sustainability - Internationalization, which opens up the vision for the future. These 8 values crystallize into a heritage of internal strength, connecting the past, present, and aspirations, and continuing to guide UEH in co-creating the future. Stay tuned for UEH’s 50th anniversary celebration event: UEH Grand Anniversary “Embracing Future Together” On October 27, 2026, at A.116 Hall and livestreamed on UEH’s media and social media platforms. ![]() |
Pillar: Community
News, images: UEH50 Organizing Committee