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Oct172023 by News DeskNo Comments

4th JICA Chair Lecture on ‘Educational Development in Modernization of Japan’ held at Dhaka University

Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) collaborated with the Department of Japanese Studies from the University of Dhaka to organize the 4th JICA Chair Lecture titled ‘Educational Development in Modernization of Japan.’ The event was recently held at the Nabab Nawab Ali Chowdhury Senate Bhaban, University of Dhaka. Dr. KAYASHIMA Nobuko, Senior Research Advisor of JICA Ogata Sadako Research Institute for Peace and Development, delivered the keynote speech. At the outset, she highlighted the historical development of the Japanese education system and explained the competitiveness of education worldwide. From the Edo period to the Meiji restoration to the present times, she explained how Japan’s government emphasized the increase of primary to tertiary education. The speaker also outl...

Oct132023 by News DeskNo Comments

‘Japan Job Fair 2023’ held at UIU

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The opening ceremony of the job fest titled “Japan Job Fair 2023” was held on 13 October 2023 (Friday) at 10:00 AM at UIU Auditorium, United City, Madani Avenue, Dhaka -1212. The program was organized by the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI), Japan. His Excellency Kiminori Iwama, Ambassador of Japan in Bangladesh was present as the Chief Guest. Prof. Dr. Md. Abul Kashem Mia, Vice Chancellor (In-charge) of UIU was Present as the Special Guest. The welcome address was delivered by Ms. Yoriko Ueda, Founder & CEO, of Venturas Ltd. in the ceremony. A total of 13 companies in Japan came to conduct interviews and recruitment sessions. There was no fee for this and online and offline registration was required to participate in the fair. Companies like Mitsubishi Corporation...

Oct122023 by News DeskNo Comments

British Council Invites Applications for Study UK Alumni Awards 2024

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The British Council, the UK’s international organisation for cultural relations and educational opportunities, is inviting applications for the 10th edition of its prestigious Study UK Alumni Awards programme. It is dedicated to honouring the remarkable accomplishments of UK alumni worldwide. The Study UK Alumni Awards feature four categories to spotlight exceptional achievements and impact in various fields: Science and Sustainability, Culture and Creativity, Social Action and Business and Innovation. Eligible applicants will have the opportunity to compete on both the Global and National stages of the Alumni Awards. Global Alumni Award recipients will gain a chance to boost their international profiles, expand their professional networks, and enrich their careers with a professional n...

Oct92023 by News DeskNo Comments

Registration of ‘Idea Hunters 3.0’ is open

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The online registration process for the Marketing Case Competition 'Idea Hunters 3.0' organized by ULAB Digital Marketing Club has started. Registration is going on directly at the Idea Hunters booth at the ULAB campus. The convener of this competition and President of ULAB Digital Marketing Club, Muntasir Qadir said that students of any university in Bangladesh will have the opportunity to participate in Idea Hunters 3.0. By participating in the Marketing Case Competition, participants will gain valuable insight into real-life marketing case solutions. To participate, students are required to pay a nominal fee of 510 BDT per team. Teams, consisting of three individuals each, will be encouraged to form to compete in the competition. One of the most notable aspects of 'Idea Hunter 3' is t...

Oct92023 by News DeskNo Comments

British Council announces IELTS Scholarship champion

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The British Council in partnership with North South University organises the IELTS Scholarship Winner Announcement Ceremony at North South University premises on 09 October 2023. The event aimed at celebrating the success of the IELTS scholarship winner of North South University and acknowledging the campus ambassadors for successfully completing their one-year tenure. Tom Miscioscia, Director Bangladesh, British Council handed over the certificates, 50,000 BDT cheque and crest to the scholarship champion Mursalin Hasan Chowdhury Alfi. IELTS Campus Ambassador Khandkar Yaaseen Qader and Sadia Jeesan Ayesha also received certificates for their year-long contribution during the event. The scholarship money has been provided to the award winner to cover the tuition fee for the next semester...

Oct72023 by News DeskNo Comments

ULAB CSE Freshers’ Orientation Fall 2023 held

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The Department of Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) at the University of Liberal Arts Bangladesh (ULAB) organized the Fall 2023 CSE Freshers' Orientation on October 5, 2023, at the ULAB Permanent Campus. Mr. Russell T. Ahmed, the President of the Bangladesh Association of Software and Information Services (BASIS), graced the occasion as the Chief Guest. In his speech, Mr. Ahmed emphasized the delicate balance of life and believed that maintaining a cheerful disposition is the key to simplifying its complexities. He encouraged young minds to embark on a journey of self-discovery, prompting them to ask themselves what they truly wished to achieve, and advocating for regular self-assessment. The event was attended by Prof. Dr. Mofazzal Hossain, Dean of the School of Science and Enginee...

Oct52023 by News DeskNo Comments

International School Dhaka celebrates World Teachers’ Day

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International School Dhaka (ISD) celebrates World Teachers’ Day on October 5, 2023, recognizing its diverse and international teacher faculty from over 30 different countries whose one common goal is shaping the future to make the world a better place. World Teachers’ Day, held annually on 5 October celebrates the work of teachers. It commemorates the signing of a recommendation by the International Labour Organization and the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization. This year's theme for World Teachers’ Day is “The teachers we need for the education we want: The global imperative to reverse the teacher shortage.” This year, ISD joined in the celebration as students who are elected members of the Secondary Representative Council took on leadership roles in ce...

Oct32023 by News DeskNo Comments

UIU Seminar on “Transformative Change in Stormwater Management of Dhaka City”

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The Department of Civil Engineering of United International University (UIU) in collaboration with The Daily Star organized a seminar on “Transformative Change in Stormwater Management of Dhaka City” on October 03, 2023 (Tuesday) at 2:00 PM at UIU Campus, United City, Madani Avenue, Dhaka. Mr. Atiqul Islam, Honorable Mayor, Dhaka North City Corporation (DNCC) was present as the Chief Guest. Mr. Mahfuz Anam, Editor and Publisher was present as the Special Guest. The Hon'ble Vice Chancellor (In-charge) of UIU Prof. Dr. Md. Abul Kashem Mia presided over the Ceremony. Three presentations about stormwater systems were presented by Brigadier General Muhammad Amirul Islam PSC Chief Engineer, Dhaka North City Corporation (DNCC), Prof. Dr. Md. Ataur Rahman Department of Water Resources Engineeri...

Oct12023 by News DeskNo Comments

ULAB and UNHCR collaborate on a five-week mobile filmmaking workshop

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A five-week-long mobile filmmaking workshop will take place from October 6 onwards, jointly organized by the Dhaka International Film Festival (DIMFF) and the UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency. This workshop is open to undergraduate students from any educational institution. During the workshop, students will receive hands-on training and create films on the theme "Forced to Flee", a new category established with UNHCR's support for the tenth edition of DIMFF. The student films produced through the workshop will reflect both the experiences of refugees—people forced to flee their homelands due to violence, persecution, conflict, or human rights violations—as well as the experiences of the communities hosting them. As Bangladesh is currently hosting nearly one million Rohingya who fled vio...

Oct12023 by News DeskNo Comments

Fall-2023 Orientation held at UIU

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United International University (UIU) organized the Orientation Program for the newly admitted students of the Fall 2023 semester yesterday in the UIU playground. Students from the School of Science and Engineering (SoSE), School of Business and Economics (SoBE), School of Humanities and Social Sciences (SoHSS), and School of Life Sciences (SoLS) took part in the orientation program. The Hon’ble Vice Chancellor (In-charge) of UIU Prof. Dr. Md. Abul Kashem Mia was present as the Chief Guest in the program. Among others, Prof. Dr. Mohammad Musa, Dean, of the School of Business and Economics, UIU, and Prof. Dr. Hasan Sarwar, Dean, of the School of Science and Engineering, UIU spoke in the program. The presentation on the UIU was delivered by Dr. Sheikh Shafiul Islam, Head, Dept. of Medi...