NTTU students enter the finale of Inter-University English competition: Spell in a Nutshell 2025- Season 2

NTTU – On March 19, 2025, at Hall A801 – Nguyen Tat Thanh University, the 2025 inter-university English competition with the theme “Spell in a Nutshell” – Season 2 took place enthusiastically, gathering 120 students from 12 universities in Ho Chi Minh City and neighboring provinces.

120 contestants from 12 universities attend “Spell in a Nutshell” Season 2 semifinal at NTTU

With 33 universities participated across Ho Chi Minh City and neighboring provinces compared to 28 in 2024, the competition continues to establish itself as an in-depth academic platform, helping students improve their English skills while providing opportunities to engage with international language standards.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Tran Thi Hong – Vice President of Nguyen Tat Thanh University delivers an inspiring speech, emphasizing the important role of foreign languages in international integration context

A representative from Dai Truong Phat Education Solutions shared: “We are very proud to continue partnering with Nguyen Tat Thanh University to organize Spell in a Nutshell Season 2 – a valuable platform that helps students improve their English skills and develop their linguistic thinking. We hope that you will seize this opportunity to learn, interact, and confidently tackle the challenges ahead. Wishing all contestants good health, confidence in showcasing their abilities, and memorable moments at the competition.”

In particular, the program, organized by Nguyen Tat Thanh University in collaboration with Dai Truong Phat Education Solutions, aims to create a healthy academic environment, helping students improve their reflexive skills, linguistic thinking, and expand their network  and connections amongst students from different universities.

Speaking at the opening ceremony, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Tran Thi Hong – Vice President of Nguyen Tat Thanh University emphasized: “With an educational philosophy that connects theory with practice, NTTU always focuses on equipping students with comprehensive skills, where foreign languages and international integration capabilities are key factors. This competition is not only a platform for students to showcase their language skills and stage presence but also helps them become more confident and proactive on their journey of integration. We are honored to accompany and organize this meaningful event, spreading it to students from various universities.”

Students from various universities perform well with a strong sense of determination

The contestants in the English major category went through a series of intense rounds, including: multiple-choice questions, spelling, word writing, and onstage sessions. These rounds were designed to comprehensively assess the contestants’ language skills in vocabulary, semantics, and phonetics according to international standards. The panel consisted of many English language experts and experienced lecturers, ensuring professionalism and impartiality in judging.

The panel work with professionalism and objectivity

With a desire for acquiring knowledge and high determination, students from Nguyen Tat Thanh University continued to affirm their abilities and stands on the large-scale academic platform. Excelling in the English major category, one student from NTTU enters the final round, demonstrating strong performance and composure, showcasing confidence and a solid foundation in language knowledge.

Earlier, on March 18, at Hong Bang International University, NTTU students also participated in the semifinals of the Non-English Major category. Dang Thai Binh excellently won the Consolation Award along with two other representatives from NTTU, officially advanced to the final round in both competition categories.

Dang Thai Binh (NTTU) proudly receives the Consolation Award at the semifinals in Non-English Major category

The impressive achievements are not only a personal pride for the contestants but also a testament to the comprehensive training strategy, closely connected with practical experience, and the strong commitment of Nguyen Tat Thanh University in developing students’ all-around abilities. This also clearly demonstrates the continuously improving quality of education and the increasingly recognized position of NTTU within the academic community.

Award winners at the semifinals

The final round is set to take place on April 26, 2025, at Ho Chi Minh City University of Education, promising to bring explosive performances from the best contestants from various universities.

News: Cẩm Thạch

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