Education Fest and the “Miss & Mister USUST 2025” Contest
On 21 November 2025, the USUST Palace of Culture brought together school graduates, students, and academic staff for one of the most anticipated events of the year – Education Fest and the grand final of the ‘Miss & Mister USUST 2025’ contest. It was an evening when the stage was full of emotion, talent, and the audience’s heartfelt support.
The event opened with a welcoming speech by Stanislav Radzimovskyi, director of the Center for Culture, Arts and Media Relations. The evening’s energy quickly escalated as the ‘Just Dance’ team took the stage, setting the rhythm for the show. This was followed by the first joint appearance of all contestants – 11 students from various educational and scientific institutes of the University who became the stars of the evening.
This year’s contestants included:
• Mariia Shvachkina (Faculty of Economics, SEI ‘PSAСEA’)- engaged in pop singing, the creative voice of USUST.
• Illia Senchenko (Department of Military Training, State Special Transport Service).
• Diana Volyniuk (Faculty of Quality and Materials Engineering, SEI ‘DMI’) believes that true beauty lies in sincerity, kindness, and self-confidence.
• Mykyta Karmazin (SEI ‘DIIT’)- passionate about car tuning.
• Evelina Hrom (Faculty of Physical Education, SEI ‘PSAPCS’) practiced ballroom dancing; now her hobby is makeup. She enjoys overcoming challenges, winning, and proving to herself that nothing is impossible, everything impossible just takes a little more time.
• Oleksandr Bodnar (SEI ‘PSAPCS’) practices strength sports and is interested in martial arts.
• Mariia Bezzub (Faculty of Transport Management, SEI ‘DIIT’) has been dancing for 13 years; loves reading and listening to rock music (‘because sometimes you just want something louder than the 6:30 a.m. alarm’). She sees herself as a combination of elegance, charisma, and determination, ready to show that Miss USUST is not only about beauty but also about character.
• Ruslan Meluzov (Faculty of Civil Engineering, SEI ‘PSAСEA’) jokes about his ‘unique’ seriousness.
• Dariia Hryshechkina (Department of Military Training, State Special Transport Service).
• Viktor Kuroiedov (SEI ‘USUCT’) loves the stage and humor.
• Alina Lehka (SEI ‘USUCT’) her main hobby is ballroom dancing.
• Illia Senchenko (Department of Military Training, State Special Transport Service).
• Diana Volyniuk (Faculty of Quality and Materials Engineering, SEI ‘DMI’) believes that true beauty lies in sincerity, kindness, and self-confidence.
• Mykyta Karmazin (SEI ‘DIIT’)- passionate about car tuning.
• Evelina Hrom (Faculty of Physical Education, SEI ‘PSAPCS’) practiced ballroom dancing; now her hobby is makeup. She enjoys overcoming challenges, winning, and proving to herself that nothing is impossible, everything impossible just takes a little more time.
• Oleksandr Bodnar (SEI ‘PSAPCS’) practices strength sports and is interested in martial arts.
• Mariia Bezzub (Faculty of Transport Management, SEI ‘DIIT’) has been dancing for 13 years; loves reading and listening to rock music (‘because sometimes you just want something louder than the 6:30 a.m. alarm’). She sees herself as a combination of elegance, charisma, and determination, ready to show that Miss USUST is not only about beauty but also about character.
• Ruslan Meluzov (Faculty of Civil Engineering, SEI ‘PSAСEA’) jokes about his ‘unique’ seriousness.
• Dariia Hryshechkina (Department of Military Training, State Special Transport Service).
• Viktor Kuroiedov (SEI ‘USUCT’) loves the stage and humor.
• Alina Lehka (SEI ‘USUCT’) her main hobby is ballroom dancing.
The contestants were evaluated by partners and honorary guests, including:
• Serhii Panchenko, founder of the company ‘Ministerstvo Dverei’;
• Oksana Popach, representative of the charitable foundation ‘Khto, yakscho ne my’ (“Who If Not Us’);
• Alisa Antonyuk, TV presenter at Dnipro TV;
• Kyrylo Hanin, actor, comedian, and editor of the Dnipro League of Laughter;
• Yan Hrebentsov, entrepreneur and owner of the franchise chains ‘Lviv Croissants’ and ‘Faini Lody’.
The competition consisted of three main stages:
Runway walk – the first introduction that immediately showcased the contestants’ personality and confidence.
Talent round ‘My Superpower’ – each participant presented their skills, creativity, and individuality.
Final performance – a Ukrainian tango set to the legendary song ‘Hutsulka Ksenia’.
The finalists demonstrated their choreography and artistry, receiving applause from the audience.
The evening was brightened by special performances:
- The USUST contemporary dance studio ‘Just Dance’, led by Zlata Bohomaz;
- Maria Sukha, a student of the chemical and environmental lyceum, whose heartfelt vocal performance deeply moved the audience.
While the jury was discussing, a raffle was held for Dnipro school students who actively participated in the festive program, with gifts from Lviv Croissants and USUST souvenirs. A fun interactive activity helped choose ‘Miss and Mister USUST Applicant 2025’, who received sweet prizes and certificates for free preparatory courses for the NMT and the creative competition at USUST.
After the final appearance of the ‘Miss & Mister USUST 2025’ contestants on the stage, USUST Rector, Professor Kostiantyn Sukhyi addressed the audience from the stage. He congratulated the participants and thanked the professional team who created this unforgettable celebration.
The event was made possible through the work of:
- Choreography – Zlata Bohomaz
- Concept and direction – Oksana Radzimovska
- Organization and partner relations – Stas Radzimovskyi
- Sound – Yevhen Turik
- Video – Daniil Radzimovskyi
- Photography, poster, social media – Emilia Sviridenko
- Hosts – Mykhailo Lomaha and Emilia Sviridenko
- Support – volunteers of the SEI ‘PSAСEA’.
Finally, the results of the ‘Miss and Mister USUST 2025’ competition were announced:
- Miss USUST 2025 – Alina Lehka (SEI ‘USUCT’)
- Mister USUST 2025 – Illia Senchenko (cadet of the Military Training Department for Specialists of the State Special Transport Service)
- First Vice-Miss – Mariia Shvachkina (SEI ‘PSAСEA’)
- First Vice-Mister – Oleksandr Bodnar (SEI ‘PSAСEA’)
- Second Vice-Miss – Evelina Hrom (SEI ‘PSAPCS’)
- Second Vice-Mister – Ruslan Meluzov (SEI ‘PSAСEA’)
The following participants were recognized in the special award categories:
- Mr. Charisma – Viktor Kuroiedov (SEI ‘USUCT’)
Mr. Originality – Mykyta Karmazin (SEI ‘DIIT’)
Miss Charm – Diana Volyniuk (SEI ‘DMI’)
Miss Grace – Mariia Bezzub (SEI ‘DIIT’)
Miss Smile – Dariia Hryshechkina (cadet of the Department of Military Training for Specialists of the State Special Transport Service)
Audience Choice Award – Miss – Dariia Hryshechkina (cadet of the Department of Military Training for Specialists of the State Special Transport Service)
Audience Choice Award – Mister – Illia Senchenko (cadet of the Department of Military Training for Specialists of the State Special Transport Service)
After the announcement of the results, a large photo session took place on stage, and the contestants received warm congratulations from friends, lecturers, and guests.
Education Fest and ‘Miss & Mister USUST 2025’ once again proved that our university is a space of opportunities, where talents flourish and dreams become reality.
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