Daffodil International University (DIU) hold its 12th convocation with colorful events today on 08 February 2025 at Daffodil Smart City, Birulia Savar, Dhaka. Delegated by Mohammed Shahabuddin, President of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh and Chancellor of Daffodil International University, Professor Dr. Bidhan Ranjan Roy Podder, Honorable Adviser, Ministry of Primary and Mass Education, Government of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh presided over the convocation ceremony and conferred the degrees. Professor Dr. Hassan Diab, Former Prime Minister of the Republic of Lebanon attended the convocation as the Convocation Speaker. The convocation ceremony was also addressed by Dr. Md. Sabur Khan, Chairman, Board of Trustees and Professor Dr. M Lutfar Rahman, Vice Chancellor of the University.
In the 12th Convocation of the university a total number of 3951 students were conferred upon graduation and post- graduation degrees and among them 12 best result-oriented graduates were awarded ‘Gold Medal’ in different categories of Chancellor’s, Chairman’s BoT and Vice Chancellor’s Award. Chancellor’s Gold Medal winners are Abu Farhan Siam of Pharmacy Department, Jabed Hasan of Electrical and Electronics Engineering Department, Humayra Asima Mim of Nutrition and Food Engineering Department, Mashoor Saad Karim of Tourism and Hospitality Management Department and Asiful Haque of Software Engineering Department.
While addressing the graduates Professor Dr. Bidhan Ranjan Roy Podder said, your formal education is over with the convocation. Now it’s time to use your acquired education for the welfare of the country and the society. So, take a pledge today that you will try to give back to the country multiples of what you have received. At the same time, it will also contribute to the development of a prosperous Bangladesh.
He said, I have been reassured to see Daffodil International University in the first row of education and ranking in newspapers and media that we can too. But, today I am overwhelmed to see the world class beautiful Green Campus of Daffodil International University. With the welfare of the beautiful green campus of Daffodil International University, we are really standing in the world class of standard. The university has already achieved the permanent certificate by fulfilling all the conditions of education environment, quality standards, performance related to education and all conditions of private universities.
He praised the team of software engineering students of Daffodil International University achieved the rare distinction of being finalists 3 times in a row in the International Hackathon NASA Space Apps Challenge competition organized by NASA. And in 2024 ‘Team Diamonds’ was championed as ‘Most Inspirational’ project.
In the last Inter-University Sports Championship, among 125 public and private universities the university has achieved the honor of becoming the champion in the Prothom Alo Inter-University Football Competition. These achievements prove that the students of this university are not only good in academics but also in sports. Not only that, the university has a prestigious position in the world famous Times Higher Education Impact Ranking, QS World University Ranking, UI Green Matrix Ranking. I hope that Daffodil University will continue this trend of development and progress. In the future, it will take place in the list of the best 500 universities in the world.
He also said that the university is providing a lot of financial support in various research activities which is very encouraging. As a result, Daffodil International University has a comfortable position in the world famous Scopus Index and Nature Index. The way Daffodil is moving forward I want to see Daffodil University among the top 500 universities in the world.
At the welcome address DIU Chairman Dr. Md. Sabur Khan said, DIU is not just an educational institution; it is a Digital and Entrepreneurial Powerhouse. We have equipped our students with the tools to navigate the complexities of a tech-driven world. From artificial intelligence to blockchain, from e-commerce to digital marketing, the students now possess the skills to lead in modern industries. Our entrepreneurship programs like Startup Market, Oitijjher Haat and Venture Capital Access have empowered the students to turn their ideas into reality.
He said, the rapid transformation of the tech industry and job market has redefined education globally. At DIU, we have embraced this change by fostering innovation, achieving digital transformation, and creating an ecosystem that prioritizes access, equity, and excellence in teaching, research, and societal contributions.
DIU remains bold in its commitment to being at the forefront of this transformation. With a strong emphasis on Skill Focused, Outcome-Based Education (OBE) and fostering “doers and leaders,” we are dedicated to building a sustainable, inclusive, and innovation-driven society. Our state-of-the-art facilities, including 160 advanced labs, a dedicated sports zone, the Innovation and Incubation Center, Knowledgevale, Media Lab, and Gymnasium, are complemented by transformative programs such as Micro-Credential Programs, Employability 360 Degrees, and Art of Living.
Our students participated in the NASA Space Apps Challenge, proving that Bangladeshi talent knows no boundaries and Success in the National Debate Championship and the Ispahani-Prothom Alo Football Tournament highlighted teamwork, resilience, and strategic brilliance, he added
While addressing as the Convocation speaker Professor Hassan Diab said, DIU is one such institution— a beacon of hope and a model for universities, not only in Bangladesh but across the region. DIU’s forward-thinking approach is evident in initiatives like the Blended Learning Centre, Blockchain-Powered Digital Certificate Systems, and the transformative “One Student, One Laptop” program that has benefited 65,000 students. This is not merely education; it is empowerment, bridging divides, and fostering innovation
He also said, through internationalization, as seen with its branch campus in the UAE, DIU has showcased its commitment to providing a world-class education to a diverse student community.