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Sep122026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

British Council Invites Applications for Study UK Alumni Awards 2027

The British Council, UK’s international organisation for cultural relations and educational opportunities, is inviting applications for the Thirteenth edition of its prestigious Study UK Alumni Awards. The awards celebrate leaders who have used their UK education to make a significant contribution to their communities, industries and countries.The Study UK Alumni Awards celebrate outstanding achievements and impact across four categories: Science and Sustainability; Culture, Creativity and Sport; Social Action; and Business and Innovation. Eligible applicants can compete at both the National and Global levels. The four global winners are chosen from the 28 global finalists by our judging panel members. Global Alumni Award winners will have the opportunity to raise their international p...

Sep82026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

MH Global to work with 700 universities to ensure higher education

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Captain A.K.M. Golam Kibria, Founder of the Dr. Mostafa Hazera Foundation and Chairman of MH Global Group, has announced a plan to work in phases with 700 top universities worldwide. He presented this plan before leading figures in the global education sector at the PIEoneer Awards 2026, recently held at the historic Guildhall in London.Vice-chancellors, researchers, academicians, and innovators from universities of various countries were present at the event. There, Captain Kibria presented his 'Five Zeros Global Philosophy' and outlined a civilization centered on human equality and development for the next 100 years.Addressing the academicians present, he posed a question: "A hundred years from now, will people stand in a museum, look at pictures of today's poverty and humanitari...

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UIU Launched 18 New AC Buses to Redefine Student Mobility

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United International University (UIU) inaugurated 18 new AC buses for students on 02 September 2026 (Wednesday) at 11:00 AM at the UIU campus, strengthening its commitment to improving student mobility and supporting a more comfortable university experience.Mr. Hasan Mahmood Raja, Chairman, Board of Trustees, UIU was present as the Chief Guest in the inaugural ceremony. Mr. Moinuddin Hasan Rashid, Chairman and Managing Director of United Group and Joint General Secretary, Board of Trustees, UIU was present as the Special Guest. Prof. Dr. Md. Abul Kashem Mia, Vice Chancellor, UIU presided over the ceremony. Respected members of the UIU Board of Trustees were also present.The university has introduced the AC bus service across six major routes in Dhaka City to help students, particul...

Aug242026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

The ARCUS 1.0 held at UIU

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The Association of Civil Engineering Students (ACES) the student club of the Department of Civil Engineering at United International University (UIU) organized “The ARCUS 1.0”yesterday at UIU campus. It is a regional civil engineering-based competitive program aimed at bringing together students from leading universities on a common platform.More than 300 participants from universities across the Dhaka region took part in the event, which encouraged students to apply their academic knowledge, creativity, teamwork, and problem-solving skills to practical engineering challenges.The event was organized in collaboration with the American Concrete Institute (ACI) UAP Student Chapter, NSU Civil Engineering Club, ACI Student Chapter–IUBAT, East West University Civil Engineering Club, ACI ...

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UIU Seminar Highlights ESG Opportunities and Barriers for Women Professionals and Entrepreneurs

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Environmental, social and governance (ESG) requirements can create new career and business opportunities for women, but poorly designed compliance systems may also place disproportionate burdens on women-owned enterprises, speakers observed at a seminar held at United International University (UIU) on 18 August 2026.The School of Business and Economics (SoBE) at UIU organized the seminar, titled “Navigating ESG & Climate Mandates: Risks and Rewards for Female Professionals and Women-Owned Firms,” as the third event in its monthly NEXUS Seminar Series.Delivering the keynote lecture, Dr Afifa Raihana, Senior Environmental Specialist at the International Finance Corporation (IFC), explained how ESG and climate-related requirements are reshaping business strategy, investment decisi...

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Bangladesh University Hosts Seminar on Artificial Intelligence in Academic Research

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A seminar titled “Artificial Intelligence in Academic Research: Emerging Trends, Research Methodology, and Practical Applications” was held today at the seminar hall of Bangladesh University (BU).The event, aimed at exploring the transformative role of AI in modern education, was organized by the university's Department of Business Administration.Prof. Dr. Md. Jahangir Alam, Vice-Chancellor of Bangladesh University, graced the occasion as the Chief Guest. Brig. Gen. Md. Mahbubul Haque (Retd.), Registrar of BU, and Prof. Dr. Md. Tajul Islam, Dean of the Faculty of Business and Economics, were present as Special Guests. The session was chaired by Prof. Dr. Gazi Md. Abu Isa Nur, Head of the Department of Business Administration. Dr. Mansura Nusrat, Assistant Professor of the Depart...

Jul292026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

ETS Hosts TOEFL Experience Day in Dhaka for Bangladesh’s English-Language Trainer Community

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ETS, a global education and talent solutions organisation and the creator of the TOEFL iBT test, recently hosted a TOEFL Experience Day at Amari Dhaka. Marking ETS’s first official in-person TOEFL Experience Day in Bangladesh, the programme brought together more than 100 participants, including English-language trainers, TOEFL preparation professionals, counsellors, educators and channel partners.Led by ETS experts and senior leaders from its South Asia team, the structured training introduced participants to the four strategic pillars of TOEFL: Fair, Agile, Smart and Tailored (FAST). The programme also provided focused guidance on the four skills assessed by the TOEFL iBT test: Reading, Writing, Speaking and Listening. The sessions enabled participants to better understand the enhance...

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Bizzmakr Empowers Future Freelancers through Campus Activation Program at IUB

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Bizzmakr, a growing freelancer-powered business solutions platform, successfully organized a two-day Campus Activation Program at Independent University, Bangladesh (IUB) on 26–27 July, in collaboration with the IUB Programming Club (IUBPC), continuing its mission to help young people identify, develop, and apply skills that can unlock real opportunities.Founded on a unique model where all contributors work as freelancers, Bizzmakr is committed to bridging the gap between learning and employability. Through its Campus Activation Program, the platform seeks to equip students with practical insights, market-relevant skills, and a clearer understanding of how they can transform their passions into meaningful, sustainable careers.The activation booth remained open from 10:00 AM to 4:00...

Jul272026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

Extended BEAR Summit 2026 held at UIU

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United International University (UIU), with the support of the IEEE UIU Student Branch, successfully organized the Extended BEAR Summit 2026 on 24 July 2026 at the UIU campus as a precursor to the National Semiconductor Symposium and BEAR Summit 2026. The event provided UIU students with a unique opportunity to interact with globally renowned researchers, academicians, industry leaders, and innovators in biotechnology, electronics, artificial intelligence, robotics, and semiconductor technologies.The summit served as a vibrant platform for knowledge exchange, collaboration, and innovation, strengthening connections between Bangladesh's academic community and leading international technology experts. Delivering the inaugural address, Prof. Muhammad Mustafa Hussain, Professor at Purdue U...

Jul252026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

Post-Budget Discussion Program 2026-27 held at UIU

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The School of Business and Economics of United International University (UIU) organized the Post-Budget Discussion Program 2026-27 yesterday at UIU Campus.At the beginning of the program, two important sessions were held with the participation of students from different universities across the country. The first session featured a lively debate competition on the motion, “The proposed tax policy in the National Budget of Bangladesh for the fiscal year 2026–27 will be beneficial to the country’s economy overall,” with participants from the University of Dhaka, Jahangirnagar University and United International University. During the debate, the participating students analyzed various aspects of the national budget using data-driven arguments and logical reasoning.Thereafter, a panel ...