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Jun22026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

UIU Broke the Record at URC 2026: World # 3 & Asia # 1

The historic achievement for Bangladesh and Asia. The UIU Mars Rover Team, operating under the Center for Artificial Intelligence and Robotics (CAIR) at United International University (UIU) has achieved a historic milestone by securing 3rd place globally and 1st place in Asia at the prestigious University Rover Challenge (URC) 2026 organized by The Mars Society, USA. This remarkable accomplishment marks a historic and proud moment for Bangladesh. It is also recognized as a unique achievement in the 20 years history of rover competitions in Asia. The competition was held on 27-30 May 2026 at the Mars Desert Research Station (MDRS) in Hanksville, Utah, USA. The ‘UIU Mars Rover Team’ has consistently demonstrated excellence in the competition, earning the distinction of being the 1st team in...

May212026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

British Council launches new position paper calling for language-responsive education systems

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The British Council has launched a new global position paper advocating for language-responsive education systems that better reflect the linguistic realities of learners and support more inclusive, equitable and effective education. The position paper outlines the organisation’s approach to language policy and practice in education, recognising the evolving and complex role of English globally while emphasising the importance of linguistic diversity and contextual decision-making. Across many education systems worldwide, students learn in multilingual environments where the language used at school may differ from the language spoken at home. While English continues to play an important global role in education, mobility and opportunity, the British Council’s position stresses that there ...

May202026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

The British Council to publish new Research and Insight on Bangladesh: Sustainable Architecture Practice

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The British Council and the Bengal Institute for Architecture, Landscapes and Settlements are set to announce the launch of the Research and Insight publication 'Sustainable Architecture Practice' on Thursday, 21 May 2026, at Bengal Shilpalay, House 42, Road No. 16, Dhanmondi, Dhaka. The event will begin at 5:00 PM and is open to architects, planners, built environment professionals, researchers, policymakers, and the wider public. The publication is the culmination of a nationwide research initiative commissioned by the British Council and led by the Bengal Institute. The research maps existing sustainable and climate-adaptive architectural practices across Bangladesh — spanning public, private, and grassroots levels — and offers policy recommendations to support the growth and recogni...

May202026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

Youth Symposium on Environment, Development & Sustainability held at UIU

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The Department of Environment and Development Studies (EDS) of United International University (UIU) and the Environment, Development and Sustainability Club (EDS Club) jointly organized the “Youth Symposium on Environment, Development & Sustainability” yesterday at the UIU Campus, United City, Madani Avenue, Dhaka-1212. Mr. Ulrich Klepmann, Head of Development Cooperation, German Embassy in Dhaka, Bangladesh was present as the Chief Guest. Mr. Md Abdul Quayyum, Head of Communications, UNDP, Bangladesh and Dr. Haseeb Md. Irfanullah, Visiting Research Fellow, Center for Sustainable Development (CSD), University of Liberal Arts Bangladesh were present as the Special Guest in the program. The welcome speech was delivered by Dr. Shantanu Saha, Head, Department of Environment and Develop...

May62026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

UIU Celebrated Earth Day 2026

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The Department of Environment and Development Studies (EDS) of United International University (UIU) andUIU EDS Club jointly organized the two-day celebration of Earth Day 2026. The closing ceremony of the Earth Day celebration was held at the UIU campus yesterday. Mr. Abu Sadat Moniruzzaman Khan, Programme Head of Climate Change Programme (CCP), BRAC and Quazi Nawshaba Ahmed, Actress and Director were present as the Special Guests in the program.The welcome speech was delivered by Dr. Shantanu Saha, Head, Department of Environment and Development Studies (EDS), UIU.The Dean of SoHSS, UIU Prof. Dr. Hamidul Huq, presided over the ceremony. The event was organized to encourage students to develop their knowledge and creativity on environmental issues. The first day of the event included a ...

May22026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

UIU holds SmartAMR Consultative and Co-Design Workshop

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The Department of Pharmacy, United International University (UIU), in collaboration with the Institute of Research, Innovation, Incubation and Commercialization (IRIIC), conducted the “Consultative and Co-Design Workshop on SmartAMR: Advancing Digital Healthcare with AI-Driven Intelligence to Strengthen Medical Adherence, Minimize Prescription Errors, and Reduce Antimicrobial Resistance in Bangladesh” under the HEAT Project yesterday at Hotel Sarina, Dhaka. SmartAMR is a key initiative implemented under the HEAT (Higher Education Acceleration and Transformation) Project, funded by the Ministry of Education, Government of Bangladesh, and the World Bank. Under the Academic Transformation Fund (ATF), the project is fostering innovation in higher education and research while leveraging arti...

Apr292026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

Induction & Capability Development Program held at UIU

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The Institutional Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) of United International University (UIU) successfully organized a developing professional skills training titled “Administrative Excellence: Induction & Capability Development Program”yesterday at the UIU Campus, United City, Madani Avenue, Dhaka. The program was designed to enhance the capabilities of administrative personnel, align them with the university's core values, and equip them with essential skills for success in academic administration. Prof. Dr. Md. Abul Kashem Mia, Vice Chancellor of UIU was present as the Chief Guest in the program. Prof. Dr. Salma Karim, Director of the BBAProgram, Dr. Sadid Muneer, Undergraduate Coordinator, Dept. of EEE, Dr. Md. Zulfiqur Rahman, Registrar of UIU, Prof.A.S.M.Salahuddin,Director(Coordin...

Apr252026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

National Seminar on Water Rights in Bangladesh held at UIU

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The Department of Civil Engineering at United International University (UIU) organized a National Seminar on “Water Rights in Bangladesh” on 25 April 2026 (Saturday) at 10:00 AM at the UIU campus. Mr. Forhad Hossain Azad, MP, State Minister, Ministry of Water Resources, Government of the People's Republic of Bangladesh was present as the Chief Guest. Dr. Hossain Zillur Rahman, Economist and Social Thinker, Chairperson of the Governing Body, BRAC and Founder & Executive Chairman, PPRC was present as a Guest of Honor. Mr. Mohammad Saiful Islam Majumder, Joint Secretary, Policy Support Branch, LGD, LGRDC was present as the Special Guest. The Vice Chancellor of UIU Prof. Dr. Md. Abul Kashem Mia presided over the Ceremony. The two keynote papers were presented by Prof. Dr. Md. Mujibur Ra...

Apr212026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

Seminar on AI Transformation held at UIU

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The Institutional Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) of United International University (UIU) organized a seminar titled “AI Transformation: Enhancing Productivity, Employability, and Institutional Efficiency” yesterday at UIU Campus, United City, Madani Avenue, Dhaka. The seminar was designed for all faculty members and administrative personnel. Prof. Dr. Md. Abul Kashem Mia, Vice Chancellor, UIU was present as the Chief Guest at the program. Prof. Dr. Khondaker Abdullah Al Mamun, Director, MSCSE Program & Director, IRIIC, UIU was present as the Resource Person at the seminar. The vote of thanks was delivered by Dr. Mofijul Hoq Masum, Director of IQAC, UIU. Dr. Md. Zulfiqur Rahman, Registrar, UIU was also present in the seminar. The Chief Guest, Prof. Dr. Md. Abul Kashem Mia, noted t...

Apr202026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

The Harvard Health Systems Innovation Hackathon 2026 held at UIU

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United International University (UIU) successfully organized the 7th edition of the Harvard Health Systems Innovation Lab (HSIL) Hackathon 2026yesterday at the Institute of Research, Innovation, Incubation, and Commercialization (IRIIC), UIU. Marking its second consecutive year as the only hub in Bangladesh for this global competition, the Dhaka edition brought together some of the country’s most promising innovators under the global HSIL network. The event was graced by Special Guest Prof. Dr. Sayeba Akhter, Chairman of the Bangladesh Medical Research Council (BMRC), and Guest of Honor Prof. Dr. Jalal Uddin Mohammad Rumi, Director (Administration), Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS). The program was chaired by Prof. Dr. Md. Abul Kashem Mia, Vice Chancellor of United Internat...