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Seminar on Breast Cancer Awareness and Inauguration of AI-Powered Healthcare Platformat UIU

Seminar on Breast Cancer Awareness and Inauguration of AI-Powered Healthcare Platformat UIU

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United International University (UIU) organizeda seminar on breast cancer awareness titled “From AWARE to EMPOWER”and Inauguration of the AI-based Preventive & Primary Healthcare Platform“SUSASTHO” for UIU Familyon 08 October 2025 (Wednesday) at UIU campus. The seminar focused on educating the university community about the risks associated with breast cancer, with speakers unanimously emphasizing the life-saving impact of early and periodic screening. Experts demonstrated how timely risk assessment and regular check-ups can significantly improve treatment outcomes and reduce mortality rates. A major highlight was the official launch of "Susastho," a pioneering initiative for the UIU family's well-being. The solution was developed by CMED Health Ltd., a successful research-to-com...
Lankabangla Securities Participates in Bangladesh’s First Real-Life AI Training for Capital Market Professionals at IRIIC, UIU

Lankabangla Securities Participates in Bangladesh’s First Real-Life AI Training for Capital Market Professionals at IRIIC, UIU

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Institute of Research, Innovation, Incubation, and Commercialization (IRIIC) of United International University (UIU) in collaboration with AI Forum Bangladesh organized a two-day training on “AI Essentials for Capital Market Professionals”. The training was concluded yesterday at the UIU Innovation Hub. The training is the country’s first real-life AI training for capital market professionals and a total of 30 officials of LankaBangla Securities PLC participated in the training.Its main aim is toequip capital market professionals with practical AI skills directly relevant to financial operations, risk management, trade execution, and strategic decision-making. Mr. Mohammed Nasir Uddin Chowdhury, Managing Director, Mr. Khandoker Saffat Reza, CEO, Mr. S.A.R. Md. Muinul Islam, CTO, Mr....
Commonwealth Youth Awards introduces a new category honouring young champions of media freedom

Commonwealth Youth Awards introduces a new category honouring young champions of media freedom

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Young communications professionals are being encouraged to apply for a special new award within the 2026 Commonwealth Youth Awards. The inaugural Patsy Robertson Award for Outstanding Communications Skills in Advancing Community Development and Peace is being included as an additional prize this year. The award category recognises the exceptional commitment, creativity and courage of young journalists, broadcasters and writers in promoting media freedom, inclusive societies and democracy. The award is open to editors, reporters, photojournalists, webcasters, social media activists, commentators, broadcasters, bloggers, podcasters and streamers. The Commonwealth Association, a group of former staff members who once served the Secretariat, has initiated this award to honour the associa...
UCBD Welcomes Second Batch of ULan UK Degree Program Students

UCBD Welcomes Second Batch of ULan UK Degree Program Students

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Universal College Bangladesh (UCBD) held the orientation program for the second batch of the students who have enrolled in international business and information technology degree programmes offered by the University of Lancashire (ULan). The orientation was held at the UCBD Gulshan campus on September 28, to welcome the freshers and their parents, providing them with an overview of university life and the UK degrees at UCBD. As the exclusive partner of ULan, UCBD is the first higher education institution in the country to have received Ministry of Education approval to offer full degrees from international universities. Students enrolling in ULan programs can complete their full three-year honours degrees in Dhaka, or can transfer to the UK after the first year. The event began w...
ECON FEST 2025 held at UIU

ECON FEST 2025 held at UIU

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The Department of Economics of United International University (UIU) and UIU Junior Economists’ Forum (JEF) jointly organized a day-long contest in different segments, including a spirited quiz competition, inspiring speeches and a thrilling football match with learning, laughter, and lasting memories titled “UIU ECON Fest 2025” at the UIU campus yesterday. Mr. Mohammad Rafiqul Islam, Managing Director, United Finance PLC was present as the Special Guest in the ceremony. Among others, including Prof. Dr. Akhtar Hossain, Chief Economist, Bangladesh Bank (on leave from UIU), Prof. Dr. M. Akhtaruzzaman, Former Chief Economist, Bangladesh Bank and Prof. Dr. Ali Ashraf, Dept. of Economics, UIU (one of the UIU professors globally recognized in the highly distinguished group of the top 2%) spo...
Media Fest 2025 held at UIU

Media Fest 2025 held at UIU

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The Department of Media Studies and Journalism (MSJ) of United International University (UIU) organized a day-long contest for inter-college and university students in different segments including Media Quiz, Content Projection, Documentary Screening, Star Talkand Photography Exhibition titled “UIU Media Fest 2025” at the UIU Campus yesterday. The fest is an exemplary platform that showcases the forefront of creativity and innovation in the field of media and communication. Prof. Dr. Md. Abul Kashem Mia, Vice-Chancellor, UIU was present as the Chief Guest and Prof. Dr. Hamidul Huq, Dean of School of Humanities and Social Sciences, UIU, Prof. Dr. Mohammad Omar Farooq, Head Dept. of Economics, UIUand Dr. Md. Zulfiqur Rahman, Registrar of UIU were present as the Special Guests in the progr...
British Council Opens Applications for Study UK Alumni Awards 2026

British Council Opens Applications for Study UK Alumni Awards 2026

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The British Council, UK’s international organisation for cultural relations and educational opportunities, is inviting applications for the twelfth edition of its prestigious Study UK Alumni Awards. The awards are dedicated to honouring leaders who have leveraged their UK education to make significant contributions 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 th...
UAP, DU, and OTH Amberg-Weiden Jointly Host International Conference on Business and Technology in the 21st Century

UAP, DU, and OTH Amberg-Weiden Jointly Host International Conference on Business and Technology in the 21st Century

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The School of Business, University of Asia Pacific (UAP), Bangladesh; Faculty of Business Studies, University of Dhaka (DU), Bangladesh; and Weiden Business School and Institute of Psychological & Behavioral Science, Germany, have jointly organized the International Conference on Business and Technology (ICBT) 2025. The two-day conference is being held from September 20 at the University of Asia Pacific to September 21 at the University of Dhaka, under the theme “The Vital Interplay between Business and Technology in Achieving Sustainable Development.” The conference brings together around 250 participants from across the globe to present over 100 research papers and engage in thought-provoking discussions on how businesses and technological innovations can synergize to address pressi...
Future of AI & Cyber-Security: Govt-Academia-Industry Conclave 2025 held at UIU

Future of AI & Cyber-Security: Govt-Academia-Industry Conclave 2025 held at UIU

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United International University (UIU) organized a program titled “Future of AI & Cyber-Security: Govt-Academia-Industry Conclave 2025” on 20 September 2025 (Saturday) at 10:00 AM at UIU Campus. A total of 250+ key technology professionals, distinguished experts, policymakers, researchers, and industry leaders engaged in practical discussions on the evolving landscape of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Cyber-Security in Bangladesh. The program opened with two keynote presentations made by Prof. Khondaker A. Mamun, Director - MSCSE Program & Director - IRIIC, UIU and Prof. Dr. Shohrab Hossain - Professor, Department of CSE, UIU on Artificial Intelligence and Cyber Security, respectively. Keynote speeches were followed by a high-level panel discussion titled Industry-Academia-G...
The British Council launches new Young Learner English Learning Centre at International Hope School Bangladesh, Uttara campus

The British Council launches new Young Learner English Learning Centre at International Hope School Bangladesh, Uttara campus

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The British Council has expanded its English language teaching footprint by opening a new Young Learner English Centre at International Hope School Bangladesh, Uttara campus. The British Council has introduced this new centre to make high-quality English learning more accessible for children and teenagers aged 7 to 17 years in the northern part of Dhaka, complementing our existing Fuller Road centre in the south-central part of the city, and responding to families’ needs for shorter travel and easier commuting. The British Council’s English courses for young learners are led by Cambridge-qualified teachers and are designed to spark imagination and creativity while building strong communication skills that go beyond the classroom. David Knox, Director Programmes, Zunayed Ahmed, Director ...