On behalf of the Southeast University (SEU) family, a delegation led by Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Representative Member, Board of Trustees, SEU Trust congratulated and greeted Dr. Dipu Moni, MP, the newly appointed Education Minister and Barrister Mohibul Hasan Chowdhury Nowfel, MP, Deputy Education Minister of Bangladesh Government with flowers on 13 January 2018.



The team was comprised of Vice-Chancellor Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Registrar Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed (Retd), BCPR Director Mr. Mohammad Imtiaj and Deputy Secretary of BoT Mr. Mohammad Tarik Al Jalil.

A Information Literacy Program organized by Library Department of Southeast University (SEU) for Non-Academic and Administrative Officials was held on 10 January 2019 at the SEU Seminar Hall, Main Building, Banani, Dhaka. Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed (Retd.), Registrar of SEU inaugurated the program and delivered the welcome speech.



Mr. Md. Mubassir Ahsan, Assistant Librarian (Library In-Charge) was the trainer. A number of 50 officials from various non-academic departments of SEU were present in the session.

Ms. Jubaida Gulshan Ara, Assistant Professor and Coordinator of Department of Architecture, Southeast University (SEU) has received “BEST PRESENTER AWARD” in the 5th International Conference on "Innovation Engineering and Management 2018 (ICIEM 18)" which was held from 28 to 30 December 2018 at Bandung, Indonesia. The conference was organized by International Postgraduate Network.



The title of her research paper was “RAINWATER HARVESTING IN VARIED SIZES OF RESIDENTIAL PLOTS IN DHAKA CITY”. In this conference eminent scholars from all around the world came to present their papers and share their views. She represented Bangladesh and Southeast University in this International platform.

Southeast University (SEU) has recently announced to organize the "Association of Computing Machinery-International Collegiate Programming Contest (ACM-ICPC) Dhaka Regional 2019" in October 2019 in collaboration with ICPC Scout Team. A meeting was held where Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor, Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Representative Member of BoT, SEU Trust, Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Adviser to BoT and Head of BoT Office, SEUT, Prof. Dr. Abul Lais M.S. Haque, Dean, School of Science & Engineering and Mr. Shahriar Manzoor, Associate Professor of CSE Department were present on behalf of SEU.

Prof. William B. Poucher, ICPC Executive Director, Prof. Jeff Donahoo, ICPC Deputy Executive Director and Prof. C. Jinshong Hwang, Director of Asia Contests were present on behalf of ICPC Scout Team. SEU also announced to organize the 22nd International Conference on Computer and Information Technology (ICCIT) 2019 in December 2019.

Southeast University Computer Club in association with Tirzok Private Ltd. organized a seminar on "Cloud Computing and Data Science" on 3 December 2018 at SEU Seminar Hall, Main Building, Banani, Dhaka. They presented current Enterprise practices such as Big Data & Analytics, Machine Learning, Distributed Storage System etc. to the participants.



Mr. Shuvra Sarker, General Secretary SEU Computer Club inaugurated the event. Mr. Ariful Hossain, CTO & Data Scientist of Tirzok, presented Machine Learning methods to the participants. He was then followed by Mr. Anower Perves, Software Engineer of Tirzok, who provided useful information about Big Data. At the end, Prof. Dr. Abul Lais M. S. Haque, Dean, School of Science & Engineering expressed his gratitude to the Computer Club for arranging the seminar and handed over a crest to Mr. Anower Perves.

Department of Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) in association with Computer Club of Southeast University (SEU) organized a seminar titled “Big Data Analysis” on 11 December 2018 at the SEU Seminar Hall, Main Building, Banani, Dhaka. Faculty members and selected students from CSE department participated in the seminar. The workshop was conducted by keynote speaker Mr. Md. Mijanur Rahman, Assistant Professor, CSE, SEU. Mr. Syed Almas Kabir President, BASIS and CEO MetroNet Bangladesh Limited was the Chief Guest and Mr. Iqbal Ahmed Fakhrul Hasan, CEO, Divine IT limited was the Special Guest.



Mr. M Maksudur Rahman Bhuiyan, Additional Director, International Cooperation and Collaboration, University Grants Commission of Bangladesh was the Guest of Honor. Mr. Shahriar Manzoor Associate Professor of CSE Department chaired the workshop. Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Representative of BoT, SEUT and Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of SEU were present in the workshop and handed over the crests to the respective guests.

Southeast University Business Innovation Forum (SEUBIF) organized a campaign named 'এসো বিজয়ের রঙে হাত রাঙাই' to pay tribute to the martyrs of 1971 on 17 December 2018 at SEU Main Building, Banani, Dhaka. They created a wall magazine in the shape of our National Flag where the students gave their hand-print to create the national flag with green and red color.



Green is the symbol of the lushness of the land of Bangladesh and the youths and red color stands for the sun rising over Bengal and also the blood of the martyrs who sacrificed their lives in 1971.



Prof. Dr. Muhammed Zafar Iqbal, Eminent writer and academician, Ms. Kohinoor Akhter Shuchanda, famous Bangladeshi actress, Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Representative Member of BoT, SEUT, Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin,  Vice Chancellor of SEU, Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed (Retd.), Registrar and  Dr. Rezbin Nahar, Director, BBA program were present during the campaign. Dr. Farhana Ferdousi, Moderator of SEUBIF guided the whole campaign.

A collaboration meeting between Southeast University (SEU) and Florida International University (FIU) was held on 20 December 2018 at SEU Conference Room, Banani, Dhaka. Mr. John L. Volakis, Professor and Dean of  FIU, USA was present in the meeting. Mr. John said that the institution is looking forward for mutual cooperation with SEU.

Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of SEU, Prof. Dr. Engr. Muhibul Haque Bhuyan, Chairman of EEE Department, Mr. Md. Jamal Uddin, Deputy Director of CPDS and Ms. Deepti Sarkar, Assistant Director of  Admission & Promotion Department were present in the meeting on behalf of Southeast University.

Southeast University Language and Literature Club organized an Intra University Quiz Competition “sQuiz Up…!” and the Grand Finale of the contest was held on 28 November 2018 at the Seminar Hall of the SEU Main Building, Banani, Dhaka.

The Contest was held in three rounds. First one was the surprise quiz. Through this process, 40 students were selected for the second round which was held on 20 November. The quiz was about Bangla and English word meaning, spelling bee, tongue twister and some basic questions on both language and literature.



There were five rounds in the Grand Finale: Rapid Fire Round with 1 minute for each participant, Buzzer Round, Spelling Bee, Creative Writing, and The Judge’s Round where the Chief Judge of the contest, Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of SEU asked scholarly questions to the contestants. Other respected judges were Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Adviser to BOT and Head of BOT Office, Board of Trustees, Southeast University Trust, Prof. Dr. Md. Abdul Hakim, Director, IQAC and Prof. Dr. AKM Waliul Islam, Dean, School of Arts and Social Sciences. Hon'ble Chief Judge announced the name of the Champion, Faisal Sarker, Department of CSE, 1st Runner-Up, Muntasir Mahmud, Department of English, and 2nd Runner Up, Juairia Farzana Sumiya, Department of English, and gave the winners crests. The program ended with the vote of thanks by the Moderator of SEU Language and Literature Club.

A workshop on "Curriculum Development of Brain Science and Engineering" was held on 18 December 2018 at the SEU Conference Room, Main Building, Banani, Dhaka. Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of Southeast University was the Chief Guest while Engr. SM Mahabub Alam, MD and CEO of Massive Star Studio Ltd. was the key Resource Person.

In the workshop, the necessity of introducing Brain Science and Engineering course in the undergraduate or post graduate programs was discussed. Emphasis was also given on brain research and participants opined that industry should come forward on investing research and development projects on brain engineering.



Thirty two participants attended the program from 16 different universities including AIUB, NSU, IUT, IUB, IUBAT, BRAC, ULAB, NUB, PAU, UIU etc. From SEU, Prof. Dr. Engr. Muhibul Haque Bhuyan, Chairman of EEE Department, Mr. Shahriar Manzoor, Associate Professor, CSE Department and Mr. A.S. Nooruddin Ahmed, Director of MBA Program were present in the workshop.

Institute of Research & Training (IRT) in collaboration with Dept. of Law & Justice, SEU organized a Research Paper presentation session in the name of "Research Adda" on 13 December 2018 at SEU Main Building, Banani, Dhaka. The program started with the welcome speech by Dr. Syed Abdulla Al Mamun, Director, IRT. Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Adviser to BOT and Head of BOT Office, SEUT and Head of Executive Committee (EC), IRT discussed the present and future of IRT.



Dr. Mohammad Abu Taher, Assistant Professor, Dept. of Law & Justice presented his research work on “The Role of Law Enforcement Agencies in Preventing Dowry- Related Crimes in Bangladesh and India". All faculty members and a group of students of the Department of Law & Justice were present in the program. Md. Asraful Islam, Chairman, Dept. of Law & Justice, Dr. Talukder Golam Rabby Asst. Professor, Dept. of Economics, Dr. Kazi Tanvir Mahmud, Asst Professor & Member, EC of IRT Dr. Rezbin Nahar, Asst. Professor & Director BBA, Dr. Farhana Ferdousi, Member, EC of IRT and Assistant Professor of School of Business Studies were also present in the program.

A training on ‘Financial Modeling and Valuation’ took place on December 10, 2018 at SBS Computer Lab, Banani, Dhaka. A total of 20 students from the BBA Finance Major Course ‘Financial Market & Institution’ took part in the training.

The participants have learnt about the importance of a financial model as well as the skills and steps needed to make a financial model in Microsoft Excel and how the model can be used to lead to a valuation of a listed Bangladeshi company based on Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) and Relative Valuation method. Students were provided copies of training documents for further practice. The training session was conducted by Mr. Abdullah Al Masud, Lecturer, School of Business Studies of Southeast University.

Southeast University (SEU) organized a Discussion Meeting and Cultural Program to observe the Victory Day 2018 on 17 December 2018 at SEU Seminar Hall, Main Building, Banani, Dhaka. Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of SEU chaired the program while eminent writer and academician Prof. Dr. Muhammed Zafar Iqbal was the Chief Guest. Ms. Kohinoor Akhter Shuchanda, famous Bangladeshi actress was the Special Guest.



Prof. Dr. M. A. Hakim, Director of IQAC, SEU delivered the Welcome Speech. Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Representative Member of BoT, SEUT and Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed (Retd), Registrar also addressed in the program. Among others, Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Adviser, BoT and Head of BoT Office, SEUT, Deans, Chairmen, Faculty Members, Officials and Students attended the program. A cultural program was performed by the students of SEU.

Southeast University (SEU), Bangladesh and Chongqing City Management College (CCMC), China signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on 17th December 2018 at SEU Conference Room, Banani in order to extend mutual academic cooperation. Under the MoU, SEU students and faculty members will get opportunities to study and conduct research.



Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Representative Member of BoT, SEUT, Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor, Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Adviser to BoT & Head of BoT Office, SEUT, Prof. Dr. Md. Abu Taher, Pro Vice Chancellor, Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed (Retd), Registrar were present on behalf of Southeast University and Ms. Huang Juying, Vice Dean, Ms. Deng Chunmei, Vice Director, Mr. Chen Yong, Professor, and a number of students were present on behalf of Chongqing City Management College, China. Among others, Deans and senior officials from both the universities graced the occasion with their presence. At the end, a cultural program was performed by the students of CCMC.

25th batch of Pharmacy Department of Southeast University (SEU) organized a “Degree Completion Ceremony” on 13 December 2018 at SEU Pharmacy Department, Banani, Dhaka. Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of SEU chaired the program. Dr. Md. Siddiqul Islam, Chairman, Department of Pharmacy delivered the welcome speech.



Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Representative Member of BoT, SEUT also addressed in the program. Among others, Mr. Mohammad Imtiaj, Director of BCPR, faculty members and a good number of students from Pharmacy Department attended the ceremony. Later on prizes were distributed to the winners of Annual Sports Program 2018 of Pharmacy Department followed by a cultural program.

The Hunger Project Bangladesh organized a quiz competition in association with Southeast University Business Innovation Forum titled "Democracy Olympiad" regarding democracy issues of Bangladesh based on the constitution on 9 December 2018 at SEU Seminar Hall, Banani, Dhaka.

Mr. Dilip Kumar Sarkar, Central Coordinator of Sujon and Program Officer of The Hunger Project, Mr. Murshikul Islam Shimul, Regional Coordinator of Sujon and Regional Coordinator of The Hunger Project and Mr. Md. Jamal Uddin Jamy, Deputy Director of CPDS, SEU were present along with distinguished guests to guide and evaluate the participants.

The 10 students winner received crest and a total of 90 SEU students got certificates for successful participation. Dr. Farhana Ferdousi, Moderator of Southeast University Business Innovation Forum & Assistant Professor of SBS guided the program.

A certificate giving ceremony of Creative IT Institute, a leading IT training center in Bangladesh provides ISO:9001 standard and quality training to its students, held on 12 December 2018 at SEU Conference Room, Banani, Dhaka. A total of 16 students were awarded certificates for successful completion of an advanced training course on ‘Digital Marketing’ at Creative IT Institute.



Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of SEU handed over certificates to the participants where Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Representative Member of BoT, SEU Trust, Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed (Retd.), Registrar, Mr. Mohammad Imtiaj, Director of BCPR, and Mr. Md. Jamal Uddin, Deputy Director of CPDS were present from SEU authority.



Mr. Md. Monir Hosen, CEO, Mr. Nazib Rafe, Head of Business Development and Mr. Golam Mostofa Imon, Head of Digital Marketing were present on behalf of Creative IT Institute.

Department of Branding, Communication and Public Relations (BCPR), in association with Language & Literature Club of Southeast University (SEU) organized a workshop titled “Bangla Pronunciation” on 12 December 2018 at the SEU Seminar Hall, Main Building, Banani, Dhaka. A good number of faculty members and administrative staffs from academic and non-academic departments and selected students from different departments of Southeast University participated in the workshop.



The workshop was conducted by Dr. Bhaswar Banerjee, Eminent Reciter and Former Executive Director, National Institute of Mass Communication (NIMC). He described about common mistakes and methodology of Bangla pronunciation in every sector of our life.



Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Representative of BoT, SEUT, Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor, Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Adviser, BoT and Head of BoT Office, SEUT, Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed (Retd), Registrar, Prof. Dr. Abul Lais M. S. Haque, Dean, SSE, Chairman of Pharmacy & Islamic Studies Department were present in the workshop.

EEE Club of Southeast University (SEU) organized the 1st EEE Project and Photo Frame Exhibition Contest 2018 at SEU Seminar Hall, Permanent Campus, Tejgaon, Dhaka. Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor and Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Representative of the Board of Trustees, Southeast University Trust were present during the inauguration ceremony and visited all the Project Stalls and Photo Frame Booths in the morning session.



In the evening session, Prof. Dr. Engr. Muhibul Haque Bhuyan, Chairman, EEE Department distributed prizes and certificates among the winners of both categories of the contest.



Eighteen groups participated in the contest with their projects and frames. Titles of the projects that won the 1st, 2nd and 3rd prizes were “Automatic Power Control of a Building in case of Earthquake”, “Smart Traffic Control” and “Automatic Transfer Switch” respectively. Faculty members of EEE Department and a good number of students participated and visited the stalls and booths.

Department of Bangla Language & Literature of Southeast University (SEU) organized “Nobanno Utshab 1425” on 10 December 2018 at SEU Seminar Hall, Banani, Dhaka. Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin Vice Chancellor of SEU chaired the session while Eminent Film Actress Ms. Sarah Begum Kobori and Poet Rubi Rahman were the Guest of Honors. Prof. Dr. Khalad Hossain, Department of Bangla, Jahangirnagar University was the Keynote Speaker. Dr. Rakibul Hassan, Chairman, Dept. of Bangla delivered the Welcome Speech.



Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Representative of BoT, SEUT also addressed in the program. Among others, Prof. Dr. Md. Abu Taher, Pro Vice Chancellor, Maj Gen Kazi Fakruddin Ahmed (Retd.), Registrar, Deans, Chairmen, Faculty Members, Officials and Students attended the program. Later on, a poetry recitation session of eminent poets, cultural program and 'Pitha Utshab' were organized after the inaugural session.

Textile Engineers Alumni Association of Southeast University (TEAASEU) organized an "Alumni Get Together Program" on 7 December 2018 at SEU Permanent Campus Tejgaon, Dhaka. The day long program was divided into three sessions. Mr. Saiful Islam Raju, President of TEAASEU chaired the Opening Session and Prof. Syed Fakhrul Hassan, Chairman, Dept. of Textile Engineering was the Chief Guest.



Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of SEU chaired the second session. The chief guest of the session was Engr. Md. Shafiqur Rahman, President, The Institution of Textile Engineers &Technology (ITET), Bangladesh & Managing Director, HAMS Group.



A seminar on "Expectation of Employers from a Textile Engineer" also held. Among other Prof. Dr. Abu Taher, Pro Vice Chancellor, Mr. M Ferdous Islam, Country Director, SVANTEX Asia Ltd, Ms. Porni Mazumder, Manager (HR & Admin), Marks & Spencer, Bangladesh, Mr. Kamal Uddin Ahmed, Executive Director, Unifill Textile, Md. Reza –E-Rabbi, COO, Blue Creation Ltd. and Mr. Shah Md. Junayed, General Manager (operation), Givensee Group spoke on the occasion. At the end of this session Vice Chancellor distributed Crests among the guests and faculty members involved with activities of the Alumni. The program ended with colorful cultural program by the participation of Alumni, current students and other renowned artists.

An Inter-Section Accounting Quiz Competition was held on 6 December, 2018 at SEU Main Building, Banani, Dhaka. The main objective of this competition was to encourage the best students in every class to take leadership roles in life. Initially, faculties undertaking Financial Accounting course for Fall Semester 2018 have selected best students from their respective sections. Then the best students represented their respective section and participated in Inter-Section Quiz Competition.



There were three rounds in the Quiz Competition: Round 1-Bookworm, Round 2-Rapid Fire and Round 3-Open Challenge. At the end of the Quiz Competition, Section 2 won the Championship title as the best section. Ms. Faieza Chowdhury and Ms. Afroza Sultana, Lecturers of SBS conducted the program. The Quiz Competition was judged by Mr. Md. Mohiman and Mr. Abdullah Al Masud, Lecturers of SBS. Prof. Dr. Md. Abu Taher, Pro Vice Chancellor, SEU and Dr. Rezbin Nahar, Director of BBA program handed over certificates to all the participants at the end.

Department of Career and Professional Development Services (CPDS) of Southeast University (SEU) organized a day-long training on ‘Advanced Power Point & Animation’ on 6 December 2018 at SBS Computer Lab, Banani, Dhaka. A total of 30 SEU students from different departments participated in the training.



The participants have learnt how to prepare Power Point presentation, including animation in the Power Point presentation and tips & tricks to use advanced Power Point tools. Mr. Md. Anowar Hossain Fakir, Trainer & Lead Consultant, Training Bangla was the Trainer. Participants were provided certificates at the end of the training.

Southeast University (SEU) Textile Club in association with the Department of Textile Engineering and CPDS Department organized a lecture session on "Industrial Experience Sharing" on 2 December 2018 at the SEU Seminar Hall, Permanent Campus, Tejgaon, Dhaka.



Prof. Dr. Md. Abu Taher, Pro-Vice Chancellor, graced the session as the Chief Guest. Two SEU alumni- Mr. K. M. Faridul Hasan, Production Manager (Dyeing) of Esquel Garments (Vietnam) Co. Ltd. and Mr. Rashed Hossain, Textile Designer of Metro Knitting & Dyeing Mills Ltd. shared their practical experiences in the session. A good number of students from Textile Engineering Department attended the lecture session along with the members of SEU Textile Club.

A Lecture Session on Career Development was conducted by the IDLC Asset Management Ltd. on 4 December 2018 at SEU Seminar Hall, Banani, Dhaka. The session was closely supported by the Department of Career and Professional Development Services (CPDS) of Southeast University (SEU).



Mr. Akhteruddin Mahmood, GM and Group Head of HR, IDLC Group, Mr. Kazi Mashook Ul Haq, COO, IDLC Asset Management Ltd. & Mr. Shafiqul Islam Sutirtha, Financial Planner and Channel Manager, IDLC Asset Management Ltd. were the Resource Persons of the session. More than 100 SEU students from the different departments participated in the session. The session covered the topics like- tips & tricks to face an interview, present situation of the share market, conditions to be maintained before investment. The IDLC Asset Management Ltd. collected resume from SEU students for a part-time job. SEU students will also get the opportunity to do their internship at IDLC Asset Management Ltd.

Southeast University Nature and Environment Club (SEUNEC) in association with SEU Tourism & Photography Club and Cultural club organized “SEU Nature Fest 2018” on 8 December at SEU Seminar Hall, Permanent Campus, Tejgaon, Dhaka. Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of SEU chaired the session while Dr. Mubarak Ahmad Khan, Renowned Scientist and Scientific Advisor, BJMC was the Chief Guest. Mr. Abu Naser Khan, Chairman of PoBA was the Special Guest.



Prof. Dr. Md. Abu Taher, Pro Vice Chancellor delivered the Welcome Speech. Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Representative of BoT, SEUT also addressed in the program. Among others, Maj Gen Kazi Fakruddin Ahmed (Retd.), Registrar, Deans, Chairmen, Principals from various Colleges, Faculty Members, Officials and Students attended the program.



The program ended by giving awards to the winners of Poster, Quiz & Photography competition and Vote of Thanks from Ms. Jubaida Gulshan Ara, Moderator of SEUNEC. Students from SEU and 20 Colleges across the country participated in the competition.

Southeast University (SEU) organized a Workshop on “Accounts Management System” on 6 December 2018 at SEU Seminar Hall, Main Building, Banani, Dhaka. Dr. Rezbin Nahar, Director of BBA Program chaired the workshop while Mr. Mads Gadsgaard, CEO, CodersTrust Bangladesh was the Guest of Honor.



Ms. Afra Sanzana, Mentor, CodersTrust Bangladesh and Mr. Md. Tariqul Islam Manon, Career Advisor of CodersTrust Bangladesh were the Trainers. Later on, a discussion meeting was held at SEU Conference Room where Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Representative of BoT, SEUT, Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin Vice Chancellor of SEU, Prof. Dr. Md. Abu Taher, Pro Vice Chancellor and Maj Gen Kazi Fakruddin Ahmed (Retd.), Registrar attended.

Institute of Research & Training (IRT) in collaboration with Dept. of Textile Engineering organized a Research Paper presentation session in the name of "Research Adda" on 29 November 2018 at SEU Permanent Campus, Tejgaon, Dhaka. The program started with the welcome speech by Dr. Syed Abdulla Al Mamun, Director, IRT. Dr. A. N. M. Ahmed Ullah, Associate Professor, Dept. of Textile Engineering presented his research work on “Study on Cotton-Jute Blended Yarn.



All faculty members and a group of students of the Textile Engineering Department were present at the program and participated in interactive discussion on different aspects of presented paper and various research issues. Prof. Syed Fakhrul Hassan, Chairman Dept. of Textile Engineering, and Dr. Farhana Ferdousi, Assistant Professor of School of Business Studies were also present in the program.

Department of Economics of Southeast University (SEU) organized a "Prize Giving Ceremony" to distribute prizes among the winners of Indoor Games Competition 2017 & 2018 and Outdoor Cricket Match 2018 on 4 December 2018 at the SEU Conference Room, Banani, Dhaka.



Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of SEU distributed the prizes among the winners. Prof. Dr. M. A. Hakim, Director of IQAC, Ms. Madiha khan, Chairman, Department of Economics, faculty members and winners of different events of Economics Department were present in the ceremony.



Hon'ble Vice Chancellor appreciated the department for their continuous efforts to arrange numerous co-curricular and extra-curricular activities throughout the year. He commented these events will break the monotony of regular studies, develop sporting qualities among the students and motivate them to move forward.

Department of Textile Engineering of Southeast University (SEU) has organized a workshop on "Curriculum of B.Sc. in Textile Engineering Program" on 27 November, 2018 at SEU Permanent Campus, Tejgaon, Dhaka. Prof. Syed Fakhrul Hassan, Chairman of Textile Engineering Department presided over the program. Dr. ANM Ahmed Ullah, Associate Professor, initiated the workshop with welcome speech and Dr. Syed Atiqur Rahman, Associate Professor and Coordinator presented the existing curriculum of B.Sc. in Textile Engineering.

Dr. Engr. Aftab Uddin Hossain Chowdhury, Director, Sinha Spinning Group, Prof. Dr. Engr. Ayub Nobi Khan, Pro Vice Chancellor, BGMEA University of Fashion & Technology (BUFT), Prof. Dr. Engr. Md. Zulhash Uddin, Dean, Faculty of Textile Chemical Engineering, Bangladesh University of Textiles (BUTex) &Prof. Dr.Abul Lais M. S. Haque, Dean, School of Science & Engineering, Southeast University, were present in the workshop and has given their valuable suggestions to improve the curriculum according to the need of the time. Secretary of Alumni Association Engr. Shaiful Islam also shared his experience on development of curriculum. All faculty members of Department of Textile Engineering were present in the program.

A day long on-site training on "Outcome-Based Education (OBE)" for the faculty members of EEE, CSE and TE programs under the School of Science and Engineering (SSE) of Southeast University(SEU) was held on 1 December 2018 at SEU Permanent Campus, Tejgaon, Dhaka. Prof. Dr. Arshad M. Chowdhury, Dean, School of Engineering and Physical Sciences, North South University was the trainer. He talked about program accreditation, introduction to BAETE (Board of Accreditation for Engineering and Technical Education), objectives of accreditation, policy and procedure, accreditation criteria of BAETE. Then he discussed on Outcome-Based Education (OBE), its concept, objectives, difference between output and outcome and OBE Framework.



A good number of faculty members of EEE, CSE and TE programs were present in the training including Prof. Dr. Abul Lais M.S. Haque, Dean of SSE and Chair of CSE, Prof Syed Fakhrul Hassan, Chair of TE and Prof. Dr. Engr. Muhibul Haque Bhuyan, Chair of EEE. Besides, Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Adviser, BoT and Head of BoT Office, SEUT was present in the training program.

Southeast University Business Innovation Forum (SEUBIF) organized a program titled “Food Carnival 2018” and the prize giving ceremony on 2 December 2018 at SEU Seminar Hall, Main Building, Banani, Dhaka. Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Representative of the Board of Trustees, Southeast University Trust, Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of SEU, Prof. Dr. Md. Abu Taher, Pro Vice Chancellor and Dean of SBS and Maj Gen Kazi Fakruddin Ahmed (Retd.), Registrar attended the program as Special Guests and Judge.



Dr. Rezbin Nahar, Director of BBA Program and Mr. Md. Jamal Uddin, Deputy Director of CPDS also attended the program. Dr. Farhana Ferdousi, Moderator of SEUBIF guided the whole ceremony effectively.

The closing ceremony of three-days long National Debate Championship organized by Southeast University Debate Club (SEUDC) held on 1 December 2018 at SEU Permanent Campus, Tejgaon, Dhaka. Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of SEU chaired the ceremony while Prof.



Dr. Wahiduddin Mahmud, Former Adviser to the Caretaker Government of Bangladesh & Former Professor, Dept. of Economics, University of Dhaka was the Chief Guest. Mr. Nasir Ahmed, Eminent Poet and Director of News, BTV, Mr. Syed Ishtiaque Reza, Editor-in-Chief, GTV attended the program as Special Guests.



Among others, Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Member of BOT, SEUT, Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Adviser, BOT & Head of BOT Office, SEUT, Maj Gen Kazi Fakruddin Ahmed (Retd.), Registrar, Prof. Dr. Abul Lais M.S. Haque, Dean, School of Science & Engineering, chairmen, faculty members and students also attended the program.



56 teams from different colleges and universities across the country participated in the competition where Rajuk Uttara Model College and BAF Shaheen College, Dhaka won the Champion and Runner up Trophy in the college level and Rajshahi University Moot Court Society and Bangladesh University of Textiles Debate Club won the Champion and Runner up Trophy in the university level respectively.



Best speaker from both levels and Debater of the Tournament also awarded in the program. Renowned band group 'Shironamhin' & other singers performed at the end of the program.

A seminar on “Career Prospects on United Nations & Development Sector”, organized by Southeast University International Affairs Forum (SEUIAF) held on 25 November 2018 at the Seminar Hall of the SEU Main Building, Banani, Dhaka. More than one hundred and twenty students participated in the seminar.

This seminar also witnessed participation of various enthusiastic students from different institutions as well. The Chief Guest of the seminar was Mr. Kazi Ali Reza Chowdhury, who was the former Officer In-Charge of United Nations Information Centre (UNIC). The Guest of Honor was Mr. Mohammad Mamun Mia, President of United Nations Students and Youth Association of Bangladesh (UNYSAB). The Special Guest and Chair of the event was Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Representative Member of BoT, SEUT and Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of Southeast University respectively. The other guests were Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Adviser, BoT & Head of BoT Office, SEUT, Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed (Retd), Registrar.



The main attraction of the seminar was the guest speakers from different UN organizations and NGO. The Guest Speakers were Mr. Abu Sayed Sumon, Technical Officer- Gender of United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), Mr. Siddhartho Goshwami, Project Associate of United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and Mr. Aaqib Md. Shatil, Project Coordinator, Social Innovation Lab of BRAC.

To make the students of SEU familiar with the academic simulation of United Nations, Southeast University International Affairs Forum (SEUIAF) organized a workshop on 25 November 2018 at the SEU Seminar Hall, Main Building, Banani, Dhaka. Model United Nations, also known as Model UN or MUN, is an educational simulation and academic activity in which students can learn about diplomacy, international relations, and the United Nations.



The workshop was conducted by MUN Trainers who are representatives of MUN Fraternity of Bangladesh from different Model UN organizations. The Mun Trainers were Mr. Tajwar Quasem, Co-Coordinator of United Nations Youth and Student Association Bangladesh (UNYSAB), Mr. Bakhtiyar Habib, President of Northsouth University Model United Nations Club (NSUMUNC) and Mr. Kashafat Ahsan, Executive Member of Dhaka University Model United Nations Association (DUMUNA).



Later on they were given a token of appreciation by Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of SEU, Professor Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Adviser, BoT & Head of BoT Office, SEUT and Mr. Kazi Ali Reza, Former Officer In-Charge, United Nations Information Centre (UNIC).

Southeast University Debate Club (SEUDC) has started a three-days long National Debate Championship from 29 November 2018 at SEU Permanent Campus, Tejgaon, Dhaka. Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of SEU chaired the opening ceremony while Prof. Dr. Md. Abdul Hakim, Director of IQAC, SEU delivered the welcome speech.



Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam , Adviser, BOT & Head of BOT Office, SEUT, Mr. Kazi Parvez Jibon, Assistant Moderator of SEUDC, Azizur Rahman Rohan, President of SEUDC also addressed in the program.



Among others, faculty members, officials and students also attended the program. A total of 56 teams from different colleges and universities across the country are participating in the competition.

Southeast University Moot Court Society (SEUMCS) organized ‘8th Intra Department Moot Court Competition’ from 23 to 24 November 2018 at SEU Seminar Hall, Banani, Dhaka. The competition organized with the aim to develop the advocacy skills of law students to become a skilled lawyer in the future.

Selected 10 teams consists of 2 Mooters were participated in the competition. Ms. Anjuman Ara Lima, Advocate, Supreme Court of Bangladesh, Mr. Tahsin Khan, Asst. Professor, Notre Dame University of Bangladesh, as well as some alumnus of SEU Law department acted as adjudicators. The final round was adjudicated by Mr. Justice. Md. Miftah Uddin Choudhury and Barrister Naser Alom, Advocate, Supreme Court of Bangladesh and Mr. Shihab Uddin, Judicial Magistrate, Patuakhali.



Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of SEU was the chair in the prize giving ceremony where Mr. Justice. Md. Miftah Uddin Choudhury was the Chief Guest. After a blast submission before the Hon'ble judges, the champion award goes to Mr. Tashib Hasan and Ms. Mahbuba Tuli and the Runner-up award goes to Ms. Nurat Jahan Chowdhury and Mr. Abir Hossain. Furthermore, the best mooter award goes to Ms. Nusrat Jahan Chowdhury. At the end of the program the inspiring words from the Chief Guest made the young learners more inspired and interested to be involved in the Law.

39th batch of School of Business Studies (SBS) of Southeast University (SEU) organized a “Degree Completion Ceremony” on 27 November 2018 at SEU Seminar Hall, Banani, Dhaka. Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of SEU chaired the program while Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Representative Member of BoT, SEUT was present as Chief Guest. Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Adviser to BoT and Head of BoT Office was the Guest of Honor and Prof. Dr. Abu Taher, Pro Vice Chancellor was present as Special Guest. Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed (Retd), Registrar of SEU was present at the ceremony. Dr. Rezbin Nahar, Assistant Professor and Director (BBA Program) was also present along with faculty members of SBS in the ceremony. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Adviser to BoT and Head of BoT Office delivered a presentation on SEU’s present progress and future plans and encouraged students to maintain the bonding with university even after completing their BBA degree. Then Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed (Retd), Registrar of SEU delivered a warm speech containing valuable guidelines to students.



Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Representative Member of Board of Trustees of SEUT provided some precious advices to the students and expressed his expectation regarding their success in future life. Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of SEU told students to plan for their future prudently and expected their triumph in next stages of their lives. At the end of the discussion, guests inaugurated the session by cutting a cake along with students. A cultural fest was organized followed by a music program.

The EEE Club of Southeast University (SEU) organized a 3 days long 2nd workshop on "Microcontroller Based System Design" at the Permanent Campus, Tejgaon on 22, 24 and 25 November 2018. Prof. Dr. Engr. Muhibul Haque Bhuyan, Chairman, Department of EEE delivered the welcome speech at the beginning of the workshop. Engr. Abdullah Al Mahfazur Rahman, Moderator of EEE Club and other faculty members delivered their inspirational speech to the participants.



Through the workshop, participants acquired knowledge and skills in Microcontroller based programming using Arduino Uno. During the workshop, the participants submitted Door Lock, Smart Home Automation, Sun Tracker, MCU Based ATS & Auto Star/Delta, and AC Motor Speed Control projects. Top 3 students were chosen based on their performance. A total of 20 students from the different semesters of EEE participated who were awarded certificates and prizes at the end. The workshop was conducted by Mr. Azwad Tamir, Lecturer, Department of EEE, supported by Mr. Md. Abu Momen Kadria, Lab Assistant, Department of EEE and S. M. Kaushik, Technical Secretary of EEE Club.

A workshop on English at workplace and Business Communication has successfully conducted by the Word Academy for Research and Development (WARD) on 23 November 2018 at SEU Seminar Hall, Main Building, Banani, Dhaka. The seminar was closely supported by the Career and Professional Development Services (CPDS) of Southeast University (SEU).



About 130 corporate people including SEU officials participated in the workshop. The entire participants got an overview on uses of Business English in Corporate environment. Ms. Tiash Mahjabin facilitated the workshop. Mr. Md. Jamal Uddin, Deputy Director of CPDS, Mr. Mohammad Nur Hossain, Assistant Registrar of Academic Department and Mr. Md. Faruquzzaman, Assistant Director of CPDS participated from SEU among others.

Department of Career and Professional Development Services (CPDS) of Southeast University organized a day-long training on ‘Data Analysis Using Microsoft Excel’ on 23 November 2018 at SBS Computer Lab, Banani, Dhaka. A total of 32 SEU students from different departments participated in the training. Mr. Md. Jamal Uddin, Deputy Director of CPDS, inaugurated the training and discussed the objectives of the training in the morning.

The participants learned advanced formula and techniques of Microsoft Excel from the training session. With the learning from the session, the trainees will be able to analyze data for the betterment of professional skills. Mr. Md. Anowar Hossain Fakir, Trainer & Lead Consultant at Training Bangla was the trainer of the training. Participants were provided certificates at the end of the training.

A learning session titled ‘HR and Business- a Growing Relationship’ was organized by the FMCG HR Society Bangladesh in association with Career & Professional Development Services (CPDS) on 23 November 2018 at SEU Seminar Hall, Banani. Mr. Md. Jamal Uddin, Deputy Director of CPDS, delivered the welcome speech to the participants. Mr. M. Shabbir Ali, Group HR Director of City Group was the key note speaker of the learning event. The panel speakers were Mr. Md. Manjur Hossain Jamadder, Associate Head- Corporate HR & Admin of Perfetti Van Melle Bangladesh Pvt. Ltd, Mr. Md. Jahangir Nobi, GM- HR & Admin of Provita Group, and Mr. Shibli Hossain Ahmad, Head of HR, GETCO Limited.



A total of 100 HR professionals from different renowned national and multinational companies attended the seminar. Mr. Mohammad Imtiaj, Director of BCPR, Major Asifur Rahman Mahi (Retd), Deputy Registrar- HR of SEU & Dr. Farhana Ferdousi, Assistant Professor of SBS, SEU were present among others.

Southeast University (SEU) organized a seminar titled "Significance of Case Study in Business Education: Use of Local Cases" on 22 November 2018 at SEU Permanent Campus, Tejgaon. Dhaka.



Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of SEU chaired the seminar while Mr. Monzurul Haque, Chairman & Managing Director of Org-Quest Research Ltd. delivered the Keynote Speech. Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Adviser to BoT and Head of BoT Office and Prof. Dr. Md. Abu Taher, Pro Vice Chancellor also addressed in the seminar. Among others, Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Representative member of BoT, SEUT, Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed (Retd), Registrar, faculty members and students were present in the seminar.

Southeast University (SEU) has started a three-days long Intra University Futsal Competition from 22 November 2018 at SEU Permanent Campus, Tejgaon, Dhaka. Mr. Kaiser Hamid, Former player of Bangladesh National Football Team was the Chief Guest at the inaugural ceremony.



Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of SEU, Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Member of BoT, SEUT, Prof. Dr. Md. Abu Taher, Pro Vice Chancellor, Maj Gen Kazi Fakruddin Ahmed (Retd.), Registrar, faculty members and students also attended the program. A total of 16 teams from different departments of the university are participating in the competition.

Southeast University (SEU) organized a “Discussion Session and Doa Mahfil” on the eve of “The Holly Eid-E-Miladunnabi (SM)” on 20 November 2018 at SEU Seminar Hall, Banani, Dhaka. Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of SEU presided over the program while Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed (Retd), Registrar of SEU delivered the Welcome Speech. Dr. Mohammad Faruque, Chairman, Department of Islamic Studies also took part in the discussion and conducted the Doa Mahfil.



Among others, Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Adviser to BoT and Head of BoT Office, Prof. Dr. Md. Abu Taher, Pro Vice Chancellor, Deans, Chairmen, Directors, faculty members and officials of academic and non-academic departments were present in the program.

Southeast University Debate Club (SEUDC) organized a Learning Session on people skills on 18 November 2018 for the Volunteers of upcoming ‘SEUDC National Debate Championship 2018’ at SEU permanent campus, Tejgaon, Dhaka. The main session was conducted by Mr. Jamal Uddin Jamy, Deputy Director of CPDS. He discussed behavior and approaches to be practiced by the volunteers during the championship. Mr. Navid Anjum, Ex. General Secretary of SEUDC shared his experience about arranging a National Event. Mr. Rohan Rahman, President of SEUDC coordinated the learning session.



A number of 120 SEU students from different departments of SEU attended the session to prepare themselves to have a successful National Debate Championship at Southeast University arena for the first time.

Dr. Farhana Ferdousi, Assistant Professor of School of Business Studies (SBS) of Southeast University (SEU) was invited in an International Conference with full scholarship to present her research paper titled “Role of Social Business in Women Entrepreneurship Development in Bangladesh: Perspectives from Grameen Telecom Trust” held on 6 to 7 November 2018 at Wolfsburg, Germany.



The paper was also co-authored by a social business practitioner Ms. Parveen Mahmud, FCA, Managing Director, Grameen Telecom Trust. The paper received wide appreciation for collaboration between practitioning firm and academic researcher which will help to design appropriate policy framework. She presented her paper in-front of the researchers, academicians and other business professionals from 55 different countries of the world. She represented Bangladesh and Southeast University in this International platform.

The Dhaka Oxford Synergy Ltd. (TDOS) in association with the SEU Computer Club organized a Seminar on “Cyber Security Awareness” on 5 November 2018, at the SEU Seminar Hall, Banani, Dhaka. The main objective of the event was to make the participants understand how they can stop their personal data being stolen on various social sites.



Mr. Hasan Tareque, Moderator of the SEU Computer Club inaugurated the event with a short speech and he was followed by Dr. Priom, Managing Director of TDOS, Mr. Tahir Khan, Chairman of TDOS and Ms. Samantha Childs, Academic Director of The Dhaka Oxford Synergy Ltd. The keynote speaker was Mr. Leo Jay, an expert on Cyber Security from the UK. He explained how a single person can give away his/her valuable data without even knowing it and how that can be harmful in many ways for them.



More than 100 participants including students, faculty members and staffs attended the event. Mr. Jamal Uddin, Deputy Director of CPDS, SEU had the final words of the event thanking all the participants and the guests from TDOS.

SEU Computer Club organized a workshop on "Programming Contest" on 2 November 2018 at CSE Computer Lab, Banani, Dhaka. Programming contest includes coding and problem-solving. It is a game of brain that also helps programmers in the long run. A workshop took place on sports programming to motivate and inspire the new students of the Department of CSE to solve programming related problems. Participants who attended the workshop learned about the benefits of participating in programming contest and also who it can be beneficiary for them in their professional lives.

Ms. Roksana Akter Jolly, Assistant Professor of CSE department was present in the event. Mr. Kazi Fozle Azim Rabi and Mr. Syed Intiser Ahsan, ex-students of SEU and former ACM ICPC contestants, currently working as Software Developers in different companies, were the speakers. They shared their experiences in the session. They also provided helpful guidance about improving oneself in programming contests.

SEU Computer Club attended in ICPC Dhaka Site Regional Contest 2018 on 10 November 2018 at Ashulia Model Town, Savar. The contest jointly organized by Daffodil International University and ICPC foundation. ICPC is the world’s most prestigious programming contest that allows the undergrad students around the world to participate and show their talent in the field of computer programming.



Professor Dr. Abul Lias M.S. Haque, Dean, SSE & Chairman of CSE Department along with Mr. Shahriar Manzoor, Associate Professor, Department of CSE and Mr. Monirul Hasan, Senior Lecturer & Coordinator, Department of CSE attended the contest attended the contest as problem setters. 4 teams were from Southeast University attended the contest. A number of 298 teams around the country from different universities participated in this contest.

School of Business Studies (SBS) of Southeast University (SEU) organized a workshop and contest on “Public Speaking” on 31 October and 1 November 2018 at Banani, Dhaka. Dr. Rezbin Nahar, Asst. Professor & Director of BBA Program, inaugurated the session. Ms. Mayeesha Fairuz Rahman and Ms. Faieza Chowdhury, Lecturers of SBS were the organizers and the Resource Persons of the workshop. On the first day of the workshop, students were given imperative guidelines on Public Speaking which included discussion session on the Do’s and Don’ts of an effective public speaking.



The final contest was held on the second day where the final contestants had to face an impromptu speaking round. The judges for the contest were Dr. Nargis Akhter, Professor, SBS, Dr. Nezbin Nahar, Asst. Professor & Director, BBA program and Mr. M. Abdullah Al Mamun, Asst. Professor, SBS. At the end, prizes were handed over to the winners by Prof. Dr. Md. Abu Taher, Pro-Vice Chancellor & Dean, SBS, SEU. Ms. Rema Rani Paul, Mr. Ahsan Ullah and Mr. Saiful Islam became champion, first runner up and second runner up of the contest respectively.

Southeast University (SEU) Career and Professional Development Services (CPDS) Department in association with Glass Door CES organized "Career Acceleration Program" on 5 November at SEU Seminar Hall, Banani, Dhaka.



Mr. Sadat Shams, CEO of Glass Door CES, conducted the workshop. He introduced the required employability skills for international companies like Augmedix. The Glass CES will conduct a long course which will cover the English language for executives, business communication techniques, business report writing, preparing resume/CV and cover-letter, facing an interview, MS office for executives, and LOM. Mr.



Jamal Uddin, Deputy Director of CPDS was present in the workshop and spoke about the importance of choosing the right career goal.

Southeast University (SEU) Career & Professional Development Services (CPDS) Department and MBA Program jointly organized a "Career Development Workshop" on 6 November 2018 at SEU Seminar Hall, Banani, Dhaka. Mr. Md. Jamal Uddin, Deputy Director of CPDS inaugurated the workshop.



Ms. Shamima Akhtar Khanom, Head of Human Resources Department, Niloy Motors Limited, a concern of Nitol-Niloy Group was the resource person of the workshop. She discussed the current and future corporate market in Bangladesh, resume writing, interview techniques, and future employability skills.



A total of 120 SEU students from different departments participated in the workshop. Nitol-Niloy Group collected CVs of fresh graduates of SEU during the workshop for possible employment at Nitol-Niloy Group. Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Hon'ble Vice Chancellor and Mr. A.S. Nooruddin Ahmed, Director of MBA Program were present in the closing ceremony and distributed certificates among the participants of the workshop.

Southeast University (SEU) Library Department organized an e-Resources and Library Information Session for the faculty members of the School of Business Studies (SBS) on 6 November 2018 at SEU Main Building, Banani, Dhaka. Mr. Md. Mubassir Ahsan, Assistant Librarian (Library In-Charge) was the trainer. The session was arranged to enhance their research capacity by using e-Resources. A number of 20 faculties of SBS were present in the session. Dr. Rezbin Nahar, Director of BBA Program also attended the session.

Dept. of Career & Professional Development Services (CPDS) and Dept. of Admission & Promotion of Southeast University jointly organized a daylong training on Skills Development for SEU Brand Ambassadors on 1 November 2018 at SEU Seminar Hall, Permanent Campus, Tejgaon Dhaka. The training was designed to develop their professional etiquette, communication style, and day-to-day issues at the workplace like maintaining professional relationships and handling corporate challenges.



Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Representative member of BoT, SEUT and Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of SEU graced the program with their kind presence and spoke about the roles and responsibilities of Brand Ambassadors. Mr. Md. Jamal Uddin, Deputy Director of CPDS talked about effective communication, professional etiquette, and business presentation.



Ms. Deepti Sarkar, Assistant Director of Admission & Promotion covered the topics on facilities of Southeast University such as admission information, tuition fee, scholarship, campus facilities, extracurricular activities, medical, permanent campus, and so on. A number of 150 Brand Ambassadors from different departments were present in the program.

Southeast University (SEU) Computer Club organized Robi-BDApps Developer Workshop on 24 October 2018 at CSE Computer Lab, Banani, Dhaka. BDApps is a platform presented by Robi Axiata Ltd. for developers and content providers to use the Robi network-based features via shared APIs and monetize their efforts. In the workshop, they showed how the platform allows developers to use features based on BDApps Pro, where the scripts to APIs are shared for them to create applications, whereas, BDApps Lite comprise of pre-loaded applications for a content provider.

During the event, various quizzes and tasks were assigned to the students. Based on those, 5 students were selected as SEU Team of BDApps.

Students from CSE department of Southeast University (SEU) in association with the Computer Club attended in "ACM International Collegiate Programming Contest" on 5 October 2018 at SEU CSE Departmrnt, Banani, Dhaka. Students of undergraduate levels participated in the contest worldwide. The preliminary contest was arranged in online on Code marshal. The contestants attended the competition from their respective universities.



A number of 1485 teams from the different universities of Bangladesh participated in this competition. A total of 29 teams from SEU participated this year and four of them have been selected for the Dhaka Regional Onsite Final. SEU Revolution (116th), SEU Blank Space (180th), SEU RIVALS (440th) and SEU Nova (542nd) are going to participate in the Dhaka Regional Contest yet to be hosted at Daffodil International University, Ashulia Campus as they are the host of the Dhaka Regional Preliminary contest 2018.

Department of CSE along with the Computer Club of Southeast University (SEU) organized a Math Olympiad at Nazrul College Auditorium, Trishal, Mymensingh on 27 July 2018. Mathematics Olympiad was beneficiary for the local students of Trishal to create a trend to participate in such activities. Computer Club of Southeast University worked along with the ScienceTech, a club from the College to organize the event in a festive mode. The weather was gloomy and rainy but there was no lack of enthusiasm among the students who participated.



Two faculty members from CSE department of SEU attended the event along with three members from SEU Computer Club and numerous members from ScienceTech, the local club. Around 400 students of the institute attended the Olympiad.

Southeast University (SEU) Computer Club took part in "US-Bangla Airlines – Green University of Bangladesh Inter-University Programming Contest 2018" on 13 October 2018 at the Permanent Campus of GUB at Purbachal, Dhaka. ‘SEU Blank Space’ and ‘SEU Revolution’- two teams represented SEU in this contest. 116 teams from different public and private universities took part in this contest.

Google Developer Group (GDG) in association with Southeast University (SEU) Computer Club organized an event titled "Flutter Study Jam" on 28 October 2018 at CSE Computer Lab, Banani, Dhaka. The Study Jam session was conducted by Mr. Touhidul Islam Swapon, a trainer, who showed students about the usages of Flutter in building interactive mobile applications for both the Android and iOS devices.



The Flutter Study Jams are Community-run study groups based on the Flutter Udacity Course. It was a great opportunity for the participants to learn how to use Flutter, an open-source SDK created by Google, to develop applications for Android and iOS. Prof. Dr. Abul Lias M.S. Haque, Dean, School of Science & Engineering (SSE) and Chairman of CSE Department inaugurated the event with his thoughtful words. Around 40 participants attended the workshop.

Prof. Syed Fakhrul Hassan, Chairman of Textile Engineering Department of Southeast University (SEU) attended the 60th anniversary program of Wuhan Textile University, China at their campus on 18th October 2018. The aim & objectives of the program was to share the research knowledge and experience of global Textile Industry.



On behalf of SEU, he joined the Historical Formation Ceremony of The Higher Education Alliance at Wuhan Textile University and signed at the signing event along with 26 other universities. He also visited Huazhong University of Science and Technology, China and talked with the higher authorities of the university on 22 October 2018.

Southeast University (SEU) Movie & Drama Club organized the Grand Finale of “SEU Actor Hunt 2018” competition on 3 November 2018 at SEU Seminar Hall, Main Building, Banani, Dhaka. Ms. Biddya Sinha Mim, Eminent Film Actress & Alumni of SEU and Mr. Hasan Al Banna, Director and Alumni of SEU were the judges in the competition. Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Hon’ble Vice Chancellor, Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed (Retd), Registrar, Prof. Dr. Md. Abdul Hakim, Director of IQAC, Dr. Rakibul Hassan, Chairman, Department of Bangla and Dr. Jaesmin Ara, Moderator, IT Club, Adamjee Cantonment College graced the program with their presence. Ms. Shabnoor Faez, Moderator of Movie and Drama Club conducted the program.



Mr. Shahriar Ahmed, Mr. Mesbahuddin Puran and Ms. Afreen Sadia won the champion, 1st runner-up and 2nd runner-up title respectively. Later, crest and certificates were awarded to the winners by VC OF SEU and respectable guests. Among others, members of Movie & Drama Club attended the program.

9th Dutch-Bangla Bank-Prothom Alo Bangladesh Physics Olympiad for Dhaka South Region under the aegis of Bangladesh Physics Olympiad Committee held on 2 November 2018 at Southeast University (SEU) Permanent Campus, Tejgaon, Dhaka.



Prof. Dr. A.N.M. Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of SEU inaugurated the program by Flag Hosting, National Anthem Presentation and Balloon Releasing at green field of SEU.



Prof. Dr. Md. Abu Taher, Pro Vice Chancellor, Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed (Retd), Registrar, teachers and officials from SEU and Mr. Foyez Ahmed Jahangir Masud, General Secretary of Bangladesh Physics Olympiad Central Committee and Prof. Dr. Arshad Momen, Coach, Bangladesh Physics Olympiad Central Committee were present at that time.



Registered students took part in the examination in a festive manner. Students also visited departments of SEU. Later, a Question-Answer session held and Certificates and Prizes were awarded to the winners.

"SEU Nexus of Rhythms", a team from Southeast University Computer Club, represented the university in "National Girls Programming Contest (NGPC) 2018". Department of Computer Science and Engineering of Daffodil International University arranged the event along with Bangladesh Computer Council and Techworld Bangladesh on 22 October 2018 at CSE Building, Sobhanbag, Dhaka.



National Girls Programming Contest (NGPC) is a programming contest for the girls studying in primary, secondary, higher secondary and undergraduate levels in Bangladesh. It follows ACM contest pattern. A number of 105 teams from various universities attended the programming contest.

Southeast University (SEU) won the Championship of "1st International Education, Career and Cultural Champion Trophy On Global Tourism 2018" in Group Multimedia Presentation about Digital Tourism jointly organized by Federation of Hospitality, Tourism & Management (FOHTM) and Dhaka University (DU) Tourism & Hospitality Management Department on 30 & 31 October 2018 at Faculty of Business Studies (FBS) Auditorium, DU. Team DU was the runners up of the competition.



Mr. Ashraful Alam, Ms. Farhana Rahman and Mr. Opu Akram were the participants from Southeast University. Mr. Al Mamun Sany won the Best Organizers Award. Mr. M. Abdullah Al Mamun, Asst. Professor of School of Business Studies (SBS), SEU was the Special Guest while Prof. Shibli Rubayat Ul Islam, Dean of FBS, DU was the Chief Guest in award giving and closing ceremony of the competition. Various Public & Private Universities and Colleges participated in the competition. Congratulations to Team Southeast University.

Southeast University (SEU) Career & Professional Development Services department (CPDS) arranged an On-Campus Recruiting (OCR) program on 30 October 2018 at SEU Conference Room, Main Building, Banani, Dhaka. The recruitment interview was conducted by Cloudexis Technologies Ltd.- a concern of Iso Tech Group.



Mr. Muhammad Shafayet Hussain, Deputy General Manager, HR & Administration, Iso Tech Group, Mr. Imran Hossain, Assistant General Manager, Cloudexis Technologies Ltd, Mr. Sabbir Hossain, Senior Manager, Cloudexis Technologies Ltd, Mr. Sheikh Md. Rony, Team Leader (Call Center) Cloudexis Technologies Ltd. & Jessy Indira Biswas, Manager, HR & Administration, Iso Tech Group conducted the interview of 91 SEU students. A total of 31 candidates were selected for 7 days long training. After completion of the training session, they will be qualified as Customer Service Representatives (CSR) for the company.

Department of Career and Professional Development Services (CPDS) of Southeast University (SEU) organized a learning session on “Career in Freelancing” conducted by “Shikhbe Shobai” on 29 October 2018 at SEU Seminar Hall, Banani, Dhaka. Mr. Raiyan Sofwan, Co-Founder and Head of Career Development, Shikhbe Shobai Solutions and Mr. Ahetesham Shimanta, Career Developer & Mentor, Shikhbe Shobai Solutions were the resource persons of the learning sessions. They discussed Freelancing in details and its future and also the pros and cons of Freelancing and benefits of creative skill development.



A country like Bangladesh where the major part of the educated generation is still unemployed and looking for jobs at every moment, there Freelancing is one of the best ways to develop a career and earn a lot without depending on others. The unique and one of the best training institute “Shikhbe Shobai” is working to reduce the unemployment issue by introducing freelancing and involving people to earn through freelancing jobs. A total of 50 students from different departments of SEU attended the session.

Southeast University (SEU) Institutional Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) organized a day long "Closing Workshop of IQAC Project" on 31 October 2018 at SEU Seminar Hall, Main Building, Banani, Dhaka. Prof. Dr. A.N.M. Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of SEU presided over all the Sessions.

Prof. Mesbahuddin Ahmed, Chairman of Bangladesh Accreditation Council inaugurated the workshop as the Chief Guest. Prof. Dr. Sanjoy Kumar Adhikary, Head of Quality Assurance Unit, HEQEP-UGC graced the Inaugural Session as the Special Guest. Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Representative Member of BoT, SEU Trust also addressed in the workshop. Dr. M A Hakim, Director of IQAC of SEU gave the Welcome Speech and presented the achievements of IQAC Project. Heads of Self-Assessment Committee (SAC) of all Academic departments of SEU presented their improvement plans in the 2nd session.

Prof. Dr. Sanjoy Kumar Adhikary, Head, Quality Assurance Unit, HEQEP-UGC attended the Closing Session as the Chief Guest. Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Adviser to BoT and Head of BoT Office addressed in the Ending Session. Vote of Thanks was given by Prof. Dr. M A Hakim, Director of IQAC of SEU. Among others, Prof. Dr. Md. Abu Taher, Pro Vice Chancellor of SEU, Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed (Retd), Registrar of SEU, Deans, Chairmen, Directors, faculty members and officials of various departments were present in the conference.

A four-day long training titled "Active Citizen Youth Leadership Training" jointly organized by the Hunger Project and British Council in association with Southeast University Business Innovation Forum from 25 to 28 October 2018 at SEU Seminar Hall, Main Building, Banani, Dhaka. A number of 32 students took part in the training session and they were taught about leadership skills and their duties toward society. The purpose of the training was to create effective future leaders and make them capable of doing something for society.



During the training Active Citizens took two ‘Social Action Projects’ where they will work for the old aged people by visiting old age home and they will contribute to the environment by selling plants. The participants will take part in the mentioned service projects for the cause of society. Through these projects, they want to bring a visible change to the society. Dr. Rezbin Nahar, Director, BBA Program & Ms. Afreen Ahmad Hasnain, Assistant Moderator of BIF were present in the session. All participants will receive a certificate as per the Active Citizens policy.

Department of Branding, Communication and Public Relations (BCPR) of Southeast University (SEU) organized a workshop titled “News Presentation” on 30 October 2018 at the SEU Seminar Hall, Main Building, Banani, Dhaka. 80 students from different departments of Southeast University participated in the workshop.



The first part of the workshop was conducted by Mr. Mohammad Imtiaj, Director of BCPR, SEU & Senior News Presenter of Channel 24. He described different aspects and techniques of News Presentation. Students were very participative in the session and showed keen interest.



In the second part, certificates were awarded to the participants by Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Hon'ble Representative of BoT, SEUT, Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Hon’ble Vice Chancellor and Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed (Retd), Registrar. Among others, Mr. Md. Jamal Uddin, Deputy Director of CPDS and officials of relevant department were also present in the workshop.

Department of Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) organized a workshop titled "Outcome-Based Education (OBE)" on 26 October 2018 at CSE Department, Banani, Dhaka. Prof. Dr. Abul Lais M. S. Haque, Dean of School of Science & Engineering and Chairman, Department of Computer Science and Engineering delivered the Welcome Speech. The noteworthy initiatives taken by the Department of Computer Science and Engineering regarding OBE were discussed by Mr. Shahriar Manzoor, Associate Professor, Department of CSE and the responsibilities of the remaining tasks were shared among the senior faculty members of the department.

Mr. Monirul Hasan, Senior Lecturer of Department of CSE and Mr. Md. Ashiqur Rahman, Assistant Professor, Department of CSE addressed the different issues related to mapping the Course Learning Outcomes to the Program Learning Outcomes. The problems that are commonly faced while implementing OBE were discussed by Dr. Al-Sakib Khan Pathan, Associate Professor, Department of CSE. Faculty members of CSE department were present in the workshop.

The Self Assessment Committee (SAC), Department of Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) in collaboration with Institutional Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC), Southeast University (SEU) organized the third workshop on “Improvement Plans” on 27 October, 2018 at SEU Seminar Hall, Main Building, Banani, Dhaka. Mr. Md. Ashiqur Rahman, Assistant Professor, Department of CSE delivered the Welcome Speech. Mr. Monirul Hasan, Senior Lecturer of CSE shared the Self-Assessment Findings (survey results).

The improvement plans were presented by Shahriar Manzoor, Associate Professor, Department of CSE. Dr. Abul Lais M. S. Haque, Dean of School of Science & Engineering and Chairman of Computer Science and Engineering presented his observations and gave his opinions. He also informed the audience about the importance of participating in ACM ICPC.

A Workshop on "How to Write a Research Proposal" organized by IQAC of Southeast University (SEU) in association with School of Business Studies (SBS), was held on 25 October 2018. All non-PhD Assistant Professors, Senior Lecturers and Lecturers of SBS participated in the workshop. Prof. Dr. Md. Abu Taher, Pro Vice Chancellor, SEU and Dean, SBS was the Resource Person of this workshop. He provided guidelines and tips for writing a good research proposal and discussed research proposal modules, logical framework and many other important items for preparing an exceptional research proposal. He also highlighted the expectations of research industry and talked about necessary preparations needed for the researchers. Dr. Rezbin Nahar, Assistant Professor and Director, BBA Program inaugurated the workshop. Among others, Prof. Dr. Md. Abdul Hakim, Director, IQAC and Dr. Syed Abdulla Al Mamun, Director, IRT also attended the workshop.

Department of Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) organized a day long workshop on 25 October 2018 at CSE Department, Banani, Dhaka. The main motive of the workshop was to share the current trends in Data Science with the faculty members of Computer Science and Engineering.



After the Welcome Speech given by Ashiqur Rahman, Assistant professor, Department of CSE, the first session on “NoSQL and it’s Application” was conducted by Mr. Monirul Hasan, Senior Lecturer of the Department of CSE. The first part of the second session was on “Big-data Analytics: Trends of data in already existing systems” which was conducted by Mr. Md. Mijanur Rahman, Assistant Professor, Department of Computer Science and Engineering.  



The second part of this session was conducted by Ms. Kimia Aksir, Lecturer, Department of Computer Science and Engineering where the main focus was “Data Interpretation for Data Mining” and later in the same session, hands-on exercises on data mining algorithms using data mining tools were carried out. All the faculty members of the Department of Computer Science and Engineering were present and actively participated in both the sessions.

Southeast University (SEU) Career and Professional Development Services Department (CPDS) organized a workshop titled "Career Success Program (CSP)" on 25 October 2018 at SEU Seminar Hall, Main Building, Banani, Dhaka.



Mr. G. Sumdany Don, Chief Inspirational Officer of Don Sumdany Facilitation and Consultancy, Mr. Mahbubur Rahman, Head of Human Resources, DHL Global Forwarding and Mr. Md. Jamal Uddin, Deputy Director of CPDS were the trainers of the workshop. A total number of 150 students participated in the workshop. Mr. Md. Jamal Uddin conducted the first part of the workshop. He explained how to make an eye catching resume & cover letter, difference between CV & resume, business communication etiquette and presentation skills.



Mr. Mahbubur Rahman conducted the second session. He discussed employability skills, job searching techniques and interview techniques. Mr. G. Sumdany Don conducted the last part of the session. He gave an overview of job market in the context of Bangladesh. He explained different nitty-gritty of a resume, tools of resume selection process and importance of soft skills.

Southeast University (SEU) Electrical & Electronic Engineering (EEE) Club organized a program titled “PowerPoint Presentation Competition and Microcontroller Workshop Prize Giving Ceremony" on 24 October 2018 at SEU Seminar Hall, Permanent Campus, Tejgaon, Dhaka. Among top 8 teams, one best team and two Runners-up team was selected by the respected judges. Prof. Dr. Abul Lais M.S. Haque, Dean, School of Science & Engineering (SSE) and Chairman, Department of Computer   Science & Engineering attended the program as the Chief Guest.



Dr. Muhibul Haque Bhuyan, Chairman, Dept. of EEE and Mr. Abdullah Al Mahfazur Rahman, Moderator of EEE Club guided the whole program. All participant received certificates from the respected guests. The prize-giving ceremony of 1st Microcontroller Workshop also held on the same date & venue. The students from the department of EEE who attended this workshop received certificates and prizes.

Institutional Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC), SEU organized a training program on "Etiquette and Responsibilities for Non-Academic Office Support Staff (OSS)" on 26 October 2018 at SEU Seminar Hall Main Building, Banani, Dhaka. A number of 100 OSS attended the training program. Prof. Dr. Md. Abdul Hakim, Director of IQAC, coordinated the training. Mr. M. Aminoor, Management Counselor of Bangladesh Institute of Management (BIM) was the trainer. Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Adviser to BoT and Head of BoT Office and Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed (Retd), Registrar also addressed in the seminar.



At the end of the training certificates were distributed to the participants by Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Adviser to BoT and Head of BoT Office in presence of Director, IQAC.

Institutional Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) of Southeast University (SEU) organized a workshop titled "Outcome - Based Education" for the faculty members on 27 October 2018 at SEU Seminar Hall, Main Building, Banani, Dhaka.

Prof. Dr. M. Rafiqul Islam, Department of Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering and Director of IQAC, BUET was the Chief Discussant in the workshop. Prof. Dr. Md. Abdul Hakim, Director of IQAC also addressed in the seminar. A total number of 85 faculty members participated in the workshop.

Institutional Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) of Southeast University (SEU) organized a workshop titled "Effective Leadership and Cordial Teamwork in Enhancing Academic, Research and Service Excellence of Southeast University" on 25 October 2018 at SEU Seminar Hall, Main Building, Banani, Dhaka.



Prof. H. M. Jahirul Haque, Vice Chancellor of ULAB delivered the Keynote Speech. Welcome Speech was given by Prof. Dr. Abdul Hakim, Director of IQAC. Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Adviser to BoT and Head of BoT Office introduced the Keynote Speaker. Among others, Prof. Dr. Md. Abu Taher, Pro Vice Chancellor, Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed (Retd), Registrar, Deans, Chairmen and Directors of academic and non-academic departments and all coordinators were present in the workshop.

The Self-Assessment Committee (SAC), Department of Pharmacy in collaboration with Institutional Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) of Southeast University (SEU) organized a workshop titled "Improvement Plan of Department of Pharmacy" for the Students on 24 October 2018 at SEU Seminar Hall, Main Building, Banani, Dhaka.



Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of SEU attended the seminar as Chief Discussant. Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Adviser to BoT and Head of BoT Office and Dr. Md. Siddiqul Islam, Chairman of Pharmacy department gave power point presentations. Among others, Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Hon’ble Representative of Board of Trustees, SEU Trust, Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed (Retd), Registrar, faculty members, students and officials of Pharmacy department were present in the workshop.

Southeast University (SEU) organized a seminar titled "Cranfield Manufacturing Research and Education" on 23 October 2018 at SEU Permanent Campus, Tejgaon. Dhaka.



Dr. Muhibul Haque Bhuyan, Chairman, Dept. of EEE delivered the Welcome Speech. Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of SEU chaired the seminar while Prof. Rajkumar Roy, Director of Manufacturing, Academic & Business Support, Cranfield University, Bradford, UK delivered the Keynote Speech. Among others, Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Adviser to BoT and Head of BoT Office, faculty members and students of Architecture, Textile and EEE departments were present in the seminar.

The Self-Assessment Committee (SAC), Department of Pharmacy and Institutional Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) of Southeast University (SEU) organized a seminar titled "Sharing Views with Alumni, Employers and Guardians" on 23 October 2018 at SEU Seminar Hall, Main Building, Banani, Dhaka.



Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of SEU attended the seminar as Chief Discussant. Dr. Md. Siddiqul Islam, Chairman of Pharmacy department and Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Adviser to BoT and Head of BoT Office gave power point presentations. Among others, Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Hon’ble Representative of Board of Trustees, SEU Trust, Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed (Retd), Registrar, faculty members and officials of Pharmacy department, Alumni, Employers and Guardians were present in the seminar.

Department of Pharmacy of Southeast University (SEU) organized a seminar titled “The Third National Drug Policy and Its Impact in the Health Sector of Bangladesh” on 22 October 2018 at the SEU Seminar Hall, Main Building, Banani, Dhaka.



Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of SEU chaired the seminar while Maj Gen Md. Mustafizur Rahman, Director General, Directorate General of Drug Administration (DGDA), Ministry of Health & Family Affairs attended the seminar as Chief Guest. Dr. Md. Siddiqul Islam, Chairman of Pharmacy department delivered the Welcome Speech and Prof. ABM Faroque, Former Dean, Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Dhaka and Adviser, Department of Pharmacy, SEU was the Keynote Speaker. Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Adviser to BoT and Head of BoT Office, Prof. Dr. Md. Abu Taher, Pro Vice Chancellor, Prof. Dr. Abul Lais M.S. Haque, Dean, School of Science & Engineering and Mr. Muhammad Ruhul Amin, Director of DGDA also addressed in the seminar.



Among others, Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Hon’ble Representative of Board of Trustees, SEU Trust, Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed (Retd), Registrar of SEU, faculty members and students of Pharmacy department were present in the seminar.

সাউথইস্ট বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের বাংলা ভাষা ও সাহিত্য বিভাগের চেয়ারম্যান ড. রকিবুল হাসান গত ২০ অক্টোবর কবি ওমর আলী স্বর্ণপদক পেয়েছেন। কবির ৮০তম জন্মবার্ষিকী এবং ফোল্ডার পত্রিকার ৩৯তম বর্ষপূর্তি উপলক্ষে পাবনা প্রেসক্লাবের ভিআইপি মিলনায়তনে তাঁকে এই স্বর্ণপদক প্রদান করা হয়। রকিবুল হাসানের প্রকাশিত কাব্যগ্রন্থ অনিয়ম চুম্বনের সিঁড়ি ধরে, এক ধরনের অহংকার, দুঃখময়ী শ্যামবর্ণ রাত, দেবতীদেউল, ব্যর্থ ভয়ঙ্কর দৌড়ের কাছে, স্বদেশলক্ষ্মীর তিমিররাত্রি, ধুলোমাটির ঘ্রাণ। উপন্যাস: জীবন দিয়ে ভালোবাসি, এ কী তৃষ্ণা এ কী দাহ, নবীরন, ভাঙন, ছায়াবন্দি, অহনাবউ। গল্পগ্রন্থ: মেয়েটির চোখে শিশির জমেছিল। গবেষণা গ্রন্থ: সাহিত্যের নন্দনচর্যা, পঞ্চাশের সাহিত্যে জনপ্রিয় যুবরাজ, ঐতিহ্যের উত্তরাধিকার ও ফোকলোর, বাংলা জনপ্রিয় উপন্যাসের ধারা: মীর মশাররফ হোসেন থেকে আকবর হোসেন, বিপ্লবী বাঘা যতীন, আকবর হোসেনের কথাসাহিত্য: রূপলোক ও শিল্পসিদ্ধি, কয়ায় রবীন্দ্রনাথ, বাঘা যতীন এবং প্রাজ্ঞজন। প্রবন্ধ গ্রন্থ: গড়াই নদীর পাড়, পথে যেতে যেতে, পথের কথা, কঠিনেরে ভালোবাসিলাম। ইতিপূর্বে তিনি লালন সাঁই পুরস্কার, স্যার সলিমুল্লাহ পদক, সাহিত্য সংসদ পদক, কুমারখালীর ইতিহাস-ঐতিহ্য সংরক্ষণ পরিষদ সম্মাননা সহ বিভিন্ন পুরস্কার ও সম্মাননা লাভ করেছেন।

Social Services Club (SSC) and Career & Professional Development Services Department (CPDS) of Southeast University (SEU) organized a rally to observe the “National Road Safety Day 2018” on 22 October 2018 at Banani, Dhaka. Prof. Dr. Md. Abu Taher, Pro Vice Chancellor, Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed (Retd), Registrar, Dr. Rezbin Nahar, Director of BBA Program, Mr. Ehteshamul Hoq, Asst. Moderator of SSC, Mr. Md. Jamal Uddin, Deputy Director of CPDS and members of Social Services Club attended the rally.

Southeast University (SEU) Career & Professional Development Services Department (CPDS), in association with Creative IT Institute organized a workshop on "Digital Marketing" on 17 October 2018 at SEU Seminar Hall, Main Building, Banani, Dhaka. Mr. Golam Mostafa Enam, Head of Digital Marketing Department and Mr. Nazib Rafe, Head of Business Development, from Creative IT Institute were the trainers of the workshop. The workshop aimed to provide proper instructions and guidelines to be a skilled employee, freelancer, entrepreneur, and self-reliant individual.

The first part of the workshop was conducted by Mr. Golam Mostafa Enam. He gave a brief on IT sector, freelancing, outsourcing, digital marketing, web design, and web development. The second part of the workshop was about overview of social media marketing and self-branding conducted by Mr. Nazib Rafe. Students were very participative in both the sessions and shown great interest throughout the workshop by asking different questions to the resource persons.

Mr. Md. Jamal Uddin, Deputy Director, CPDS was present in the workshop and spoke about the importance of social media marketing, online marketplaces, self-branding in social media and so on. More than 150 students from different departments of Southeast University participated in the workshop. An instant quiz test was taken at the last part of the workshop. Top 25 students were selected for three days training on 'Digital Marketing' with 100% scholarship offered by Creative IT Institute.

Inauguration of two month long Certificate Course on Print and Broadcast Journalism under the School of Arts and Social Sciences (SASS) in association with Branding, Communication and Public Relations Department (BCPR) of Southeast University (SEU) was held on 17 October 2018 at the SEU Main Building, Banani, Dhaka. Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of SEU inaugurated the program. Mr. Maksud Un Nabi, Staff Reporter of Channel 24 was the Resource Person. A number of 20 students attended the opening class.



Among others, Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Representative of BoT, SEUT, Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed (Retd), Registrar, Prof. Dr. Abul Lais M.S. Haque, Dean of School of Science & Engineering, Prof. Dr. Md. Abdul Hakim, Director, IQAC and Mr. Mohammad Imtiaj, Director of BCPR were present in the inaugural session.

Prof. Dr. Md. Abu Taher, Pro Vice Chancellor of Southeast University (SEU) attended an international symposium titled "The Development of Society and Welfare of the Mankind" held in KIM IL Sung University, Korea on 25 September 2018. He also presented a research paper titled "Factors Influencing Social Entrepreneurship and its impact on Socio-economic Progress of Bangladesh". Academicians from 21 countries including Russia, Germany, Italy, China, South Korea, Indonesia, Belgium, North Korea, India, Cambodia and others attended the symposium.

Southeast University (SEU) Business Innovation Forum organized a program titled “TVC Scope 2018” and prize giving ceremony on 16 October 2018 at SEU Seminar Hall, Main Building, Banani, Dhaka. Among top 12 teams 1 best team was selected by the respected Judges. Prof. Dr. Md. Abu Taher, Pro Vice Chancellor and Dean of SBS, Maj Gen Kazi Fakruddin Ahmed (Retd), Registrar and Mr. Md. Jamal Uddin, Deputy Director of CPDS attended the program.




Dr. Farhana Ferdousi, Moderator of Business Innovation Forum guided the whole ceremony of “TVC Scope 2018” effectively. The winning team "Team Shutter" received crest and prize money and other 11 team members received the certificate of participation from the respected guests

A collaboration meeting between Southeast University (SEU) and Berlin School of Business and Innovation, Germany took place at Department of Career and Professional Development Services (CPDS) on 16 October 2018. A representative from Berlin School of Business and Innovation, Mr. Alexander Zeitelhack, Associate Dean, expressed his keenness for mutual cooperation with Southeast University. The team also met Prof. Dr. Md. Abu Taher, Pro Vice-Chancellor of SEU. 

A conference titled "Leader’s Conference on Brain Engineering 2018" was held in the campus of American International University-Bangladesh (AIUB) on13 October 2018. Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of Southeast University (SEU) attended the conference as Special Guest. MassiveStar Studio Ltd organized the conference where Prof. Dr. Carmen Z Lamagna, Vice Chancellor of AIUB welcomed guests and speakers.

Shyam Sunder Sikder, Secretary of the Posts and Telecommunications Division, was present as Chief Guest. VC's of different universities, Marketing Directors and General Managers from over 100 organizations including ACI Group, Nitol Motors, Getco, Meghna Group and PRAN-RFL Group were present in the event. SM Mahabub Alam, Managing Director of MassiveStar Studio Ltd and President of Brain Engineering Forum, discussed brain science, neuroplasticity, neuromarketing, neuromanagement and its impact on management and marketing processes.

Southeast University (SEU) Economics department organized a study tour to Ananta Garments Ltd., Ashulia on 9 October 2018 with a view to break the monotony of regular theoretical classes. The tour was organized in order to facilitate practical learning for the students. The students gained knowledge regarding industrial production, assembly lines, working environment in garments, marketing strategies and importance of overall RMG (Ready-made Garments) sector in export earnings of Bangladesh.

A number of 25 students got the privilege to make the visit. Dr. Kazi Tanvir Mahmud, Assistant Professor, Department of Economics accompanied the students. The study tour was highly beneficial for the students to learn from practical and concurrent perspectives.

Department of Textile Engineering of Southeast University (SEU) organized a seminar titled “Application of Industrial Engineering in Textile Education” on 15 October 2018 at the Permanent Campus, Tejgaon, Dhaka.



Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of Southeast University chaired the program while Prof. Mashud Ahmed, Vice Chancellor, Bangladesh University of Textiles (BUTEX) was present as Chief Guest. Engr. S.M Shahin, Executive Director of Trouser Line Limited was the key note speaker.



Prof. Syed Fakhrul Hassan, Chairman of Textile Engineering Department gave the welcome speech. Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Adviser to BoT and Head of BoT Office, Prof. Dr. Abul Lais M.S. Haque, Dean of School of Science & Engineering, Dr. ANM Ahmed Ullah, Associate Professor, Department of Textile Engineering, SEU, Mr. Md. Asadur Rahman Khan, Deputy Manager of Noman Group and Engr. Wasiuzzaman Sohan, Senior Manager of Engineering Resource International also addressed the audiences. Among others, faculty members, students and officials were present in the program.

Institute of Research & Training (IRT) of Southeast University (SEU) organized a workshop on “Publishing Strategies for Novice Researchers: The Roads Less Travelled” on 11 October 2018 at SEU Seminar Hall, Main Building, Banani, Dhaka. Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of SEU inaugurated the workshop. Dr. Md. Mahfuzur Rahman, Assistant Professor, Department of Finance and Banking, University of Malaya was the Resource Person.



Among others, Prof. Dr. Md. Abu Taher, Pro Vice Chancellor, Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed (Retd), Registrar, Prof. Dr. Abul Lais M.S. Haque, Dean, School of Science & Engineering, Dr. Siddiqul Islam, Chairman, Dept. of Pharmacy, Dr. Mohammad Faruque, Chairman, Dept. of Islamic Studies and Dr. Rezbin Nahar, Director of BBA Program were present in the workshop.

Department of Economics of Southeast University (SEU) organized a day-long Indoor Games Competition on 11 October 2018. The competition took place in the basement of Building-4, Southeast University. Ms. Madiha Khan, Chairman, Department of Economics inaugurated the event. Students of the department participated in table tennis, chess, carom and ludo. The faculty members were also present. A sporting and delightful atmosphere prevailed the whole day.



Trophies and medals were distributed among the champions and runners-up. Students opined that-these kind of events can break the monotony of regular classes and build sporting qualities among them.

Vivo Mobile Company (BD) Ltd., a quickly expanded smart-phone developer and manufacture company in Bangladesh and South-East Asia market, catches Southeast University (SEU) fresh graduates on job opportunity and ongoing students on an intern opportunity at SEU premises. The on-campus recruitment test took place at SEU Conference Room, Main Building, Banani, Dhaka on 14 October 2018.



A team from VIVO lead by Ms. Sherry, Head of HR, Vivo Mobile Company (BD) Ltd. conducted the recruitment test in association with Department of Career and Professional Development Services (CPDS).

Southeast University (SEU) Career & Professional Development Services Department (CPDS) organized a workshop on ‘Communication Skills: Dealing with Difficult People’ on 11 October 2018 at SEU Seminar Hall, Main Building, Banani, Dhaka. The workshop was designed for students of Southeast University who want to develop professional communication etiquette, communication style, and day-to-day issues at the workplace like maintaining professional relationships and handling corporate challenges.



Strong Communication Skills are vital in every aspect of our daily business and personal life. It is essential not only because employers demand so, but also because any business requires it to become successful. It's important to know how to get your message across clearly. Listening and questioning skills are also crucial to understanding others and being understood. Through an analysis of interpersonal skills, the techniques discussed in this workshop taught the participants how to choose and use the most appropriate words and emotional tone for every business interaction. SEU students gained insights into their communication style and the styles of others while building skills to clearly and effectively receive and transmit information, ideas, thoughts, feelings, and needs.



Mr. Md. Jamal Uddin, Deputy Director and Head of CPDS, SEU and Mr. Abu Musa Mohammad Monirul Hasan, COO and Lead Auditor of Pyro Consult and Engineers were the resource persons of the workshop. A number of participants from different clubs of SEU attended the workshop.

Sixty students of the Department of Economics, Southeast University (SEU) participated in a day-long training session titled “Implementation of SDGs and Financial Literacy for the Youth” organized by Sustainable Finance Department of Bangladesh Bank at the head office of IFIC Bank Limited at Purana Paltan, Dhaka on October 6, 2018. The aim of the training was to facilitate a training session and to enlighten youths on Basics of banking and Financial literacy.

The program consisted of five sessions including Overview of Banking sector, Basic of Banking, Digitization in Banking, Financial Literacy and Overview of SDGs in context of Bangladesh in brief. Mr. Md. Shahidul Islam, Lecturer, Department of Economics accompanied the students. The students were highly benefitted and opined that such type of programs have widen their knowledge on the concurrent issues.

Institute of Research & Training (IRT) of Southeast University (SEU) in collaboration with Department of Economics, SEU organized a Research Paper presentation session in the name of "Research Adda" on 8 October, 2018 at Economics Department, Banani, Dhaka.



The program started with the welcome speech by Dr. Syed Abdulla Al Mamun, Director of IRT. Dr. Kazi Tanvir Mahmud, Assistant Professor, Department of Economics presented his research paper on "Effectiveness of Micro-credit for Poverty Alleviation under Agricultural Intensification Projects in Bangladesh". All faculty members and some senior students of Economics department were present in the program and participated in interactive discussion on different aspects of presented paper and research issues.

Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Hon’ble Adviser to BoT and Head of Executive Committee, IRT, Prof. Dr. AKM Waliul Islam, Dean, School of Arts and Social Sciences, Prof. Dr. Abdul Hakim, Director of IQAC, Dr. Muhibul Haque Bhuyan, Chairman, Dept. of EEE, Ms. Madiha Khan, Chairman, Department of Economics, Dr. AKM Mayeenul Huq from Dept. of Pharmacy and Dr. Farhana Ferdousi from SBS were also present in the program.

Orientation Program of the newly admitted students of MBA program of Fall Semester 2018 under the Southeast Business School (SBS) held on 9 October 2018 at the SEU Seminar Hall, Main Building, Banani, Dhaka. Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed (Retd), Registrar of SEU welcomed newly enrolled students. He discussed about rules, regulations and facilities of the University. Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of SEU chaired the program while Mr. Md. Eunusur Rahman, Senior Secretary (PRL) of Financial Institutions Division, Ministry of Finance attended the program as Chief Guest.

Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Adviser to BoT and Head of BoT Office, Prof. Dr. Md. Abu Taher, Pro Vice Chancellor and Mr. A.S. Nooruddin Ahmed, Director of MBA Program also addressed the students. Among others, Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Representative of BoT, SEUT, Deans, Chairmen, faculty members, officials, newly enrolled students and their guardians were present in the program.

Ms. Latifa Sultana, Lecturer, Architecture Department of Southeast University (SEU) was invited in an international conference to present her research paper titled “Adaption of Tensile Architecture in Tropical Monsoon Climate” held on 23 and 24 August 2018 at Bali, Indonesia.



She took this opportunity to be there and present her paper in-front of the Architects globally came from different parts of the world. She represented Bangladesh and Southeast University in this International platform.

সাউথইস্ট বিশ্ববিদ্যালয় গত ৭ অক্টোবর ২০১৮ তারিখে ড. আনিসুজ্জামানকে জাতীয় অধ্যাপক হিসেবে মনোনীত হওয়ায় এবং বাংলা একাডেমির মহাপরিচালক অধ্যাপক শামসুজ্জামান খানকে ইসলামী বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের বঙ্গবন্ধু চেয়ারের অধ্যাপক হিসেবে মনোনীত হওয়ায় সম্মাননা প্রদান করে।



এ সময় উপস্থিত ছিলেন সাউথউস্ট বিশ্ববিদ্যালয় বোর্ড অব ট্রাস্টিজের সদস্য জনাব এম. কামালউদ্দিন চৌধুরী, সাউথইস্ট বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের উপাচার্য অধ্যাপক ড. এএনএম মেশকাত উদদীন, সামাজিক বিজ্ঞান অনুষদের ডিন অধ্যাপক ড. একেএম ওয়ালিউল ইসলাম, বাংলা ভাষা ও সাহিত্য বিভাগের চেয়ারম্যান ড. রকিবুল হাসান, সহকারি অধ্যাপক ড. হামিদা বেগম, সহকারি অধ্যাপক ড. শামস্ আল্দীন ও প্রভাষক শারমিনুর নাহার।

29th Academic Council Meeting of Southeast University (SEU) was held on 7 October 2018 at SEU Conference Room, Main Building, Banani, Dhaka. Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Hon’ble Vice Chancellor of SEU chaired the meeting.

Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Hon’ble Representative of Board of Trustees, SEU Trust and member of the Academic Council, Advocate Kazi Md. Nurul Amin, Hon’ble Member of Board of Trustees, SEU Trust, External member Prof. Dr. M. Kaykobad from BUET and all other members of the Academic Council attended the meeting.

সাউথইস্ট বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের সম্মেলন কক্ষে ৭ অক্টোবর ২০১৮ তারিখে বাংলা ভাষা ও সাহিত্য বিভাগের ৪র্থ গবেষণা সাময়িকীর মোড়ক উন্মোচন অনুষ্ঠিত হয়। মোড়ক উন্মোচন করেন জাতীয় অধ্যাপক ড. আনিসুজ্জামান।



অনুষ্ঠানে উপস্থিত ছিলেন সাউথউস্ট বিশ্ববিদ্যালয় বোর্ড অব ট্রাস্টিজের সদস্য জনাব এম. কামালউদ্দিন চৌধুরী, সাউথইস্ট বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের উপাচার্য অধ্যাপক ড. এএনএম মেশকাত উদদীন, বাংলা একাডেমির মহাপরিচালক অধ্যাপক শামসুজ্জামান খান, সামাজিক বিজ্ঞান অনুষদের ডিন অধ্যাপক ড. একেএম ওয়ালিউল ইসলাম, বাংলা ভাষা ও সাহিত্য বিভাগের চেয়ারম্যান ড. রকিবুল হাসান, সহকারি অধ্যাপক ড. হামিদা বেগম, সহকারি অধ্যাপক ড. শামস্ আল্দীন ও প্রভাষক শারমিনুর নাহার।

Southeast University (SEU) signed an MoU with Misir Ali Khan Memorial College & M E H Arif College on 4 October 2018 at SEU Permanent Campus, Tejgaon, Dhaka. Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Hon’ble Vice Chancellor of SEU signed the MoU on behalf of Southeast University. Prof. M E H Arif, Founder, Misir Ali Khan Memorial College & M E H Arif College, Gazipur signed on behalf of M E H Arif College and Mr. Masum Hossain, Principal, Misir Ali Khan Memorial College signed on behalf of his institution.



Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Adviser to BoT and Head of BoT Office, Prof. Dr. Md. Abu Taher, Pro Vice Chancellor of SEU and Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed (Retd), Registrar of SEU were present on behalf of Southeast University. Prof. Nazrul Islam, from M E H Arif College and Mr. Md. Ibrahim Dewan, Executive Committee Member from M E H Arif Institute were present on behalf their institution. This MoU will be mutually beneficial for both the parties. They will be able to exchange faculty members as resource persons for knowledge sharing. Students of Misir Ali Khan Memorial College & M E H Arif College will get the opportunity for admission in certain disciplines of SEU. They can also participate in various programs of SEU. The MoU will remain effective for five years and may be renewed with the consent of both the parties.

Freshers’ Reception & Orientation Program of the newly admitted students of BBA program of Fall Semester 2018 under the School of Business Studies (SBS) of Southeast University (SEU) held on 4 October 2018 at the SEU Seminar Hall, Main Building, Banani, Dhaka.



Maj Gen (Retd) Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed, Registrar of SEU welcomed newly enrolled students. He discussed about rules, regulations and facilities of the University. Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Hon’ble Vice Chancellor of SEU chaired the program while Prof. M E H Arif, Founder, Misir Ali Khan Memorial College & M E H Arif College, Gazipur was present in the program as Chief Guest. Mr. PAK KYONG CHOL, DCM & Counselor, Embassy of D.P.R of Korea Bangladesh attended the program as Special Guest. Prof. Dr. Md. Abu Taher, Pro Vice Chancellor & Dean of the School of Business Studies introduced respective faculty members to the students. Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Adviser to BoT and Head of BoT Office and Dr. Rezbin Nahar, Director of BBA program were also addressed the students. Among others, Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Representative of BoT, SEUT, Deans, Chairmen, faculty members, officials, newly enrolled students and their guardians were present in the program.

Dr. Farhana Ferdousi, Assistant Professor of School of Business Studies (SBS) of Southeast University (SEU) recently participated in a Workshop on “A global perspective on financial inclusion: methodologies and innovations” on 2 October 2018 in IBA, University of Dhaka. The broader goal of the workshop was to raise awareness among the stakeholders on the diversified aspects related to financial inclusion and to develop a platform for an effective research, documentation and evidence creation on the financial inclusion.

A Government organization a2i along with UNDP, USAID, ICT division and Dhaka University organized the program. The program started with a research plan presentation from the officials of BILL & MELINDA GATES Foundation and researchers from different universities shared their views to add values in such research.

Freshers’ Reception & Orientation Program of the newly admitted students for Fall Semester 2018 under the School of Science & Engineering (SSE) of Southeast University (SEU) held on 1 October 2018 in the Seminar Hall at its Permanent Campus, Tejgaon, Dhaka.



Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed (Retd), Registrar of SEU welcomed newly enrolled students. He discussed about rules, regulations and facilities of the University. Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of SEU chaired the program while Mr. K. M. Rezaul Hasanat, Chairman & CEO of Viyellatex Group was present in the program as Chief Guest. He inspired the students to make best use of their University life. Mr. Arif Ahmed, Principal of Dhaka Imperial College attended the program as Special Guest. Prof. Dr. Abul Lais M.S. Haque, Dean of School of Science & Engineering introduced respective faculty members to the students. Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Advisor to BoT and Head of BoT Office also addressed the students.



Among others, Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Representative Member of BoT, SEUT, Chairmen, faculty members, officials, newly enrolled students and their guardians were present in the program.

Freshers’ Reception & Orientation Program of the newly admitted students of Fall Semester 2018 under the School of Arts & Social Sciences (SASS) of Southeast University (SEU) held on 30 September 2018 at the SEU Seminar Hall, Main Building, Banani, Dhaka.



Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Hon’ble Vice Chancellor of SEU chaired the program while Ms. Tasmima Hossain, Editor of Daily Ittefaq was present in the program as Chief Guest. Mr. Md. Sharif Uddin, Principal, Uttara Model College was the Special Guest.



Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed (Retd), Registrar of SEU welcomed newly enrolled students. Prof. Dr. AKM Waliul Islam, Dean of SASS introduced respective faculty members to the students. Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Adviser of BoT, SEUT & Head of BoT office also addressed the students. Among others, Prof. Dr. Md. Abu Taher, Pro-Vice Chancellor of SEU, Deans, Chairmen, faculty members, officials, newly enrolled students and their guardians were present in the program.

A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed between Southeast University (SEU) and Daily Star, a leading English newspaper of Bangladesh on 26 September 2018 at Daily Star Office, Kazi Nazrul Islam Avenue, Dhaka. Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Adviser to BoT and Head of BoT Office of SEU Trust presided over the ceremony and signed the MoU on behalf of Southeast University. Mr. Mizanur Rahman, General Manager (Finance & Admin) of Daily Star signed the MoU on behalf of his daily. Under the MoU, The Daily Star will provide features and necessary PR support for Southeast University. Daily Star will also considered to be media partner of events organized by Southeast University.

Among others, Mr. Wahid Hossain Siddiquey Chief Coordinator-Cum-Secretary of BoT, SEU Trust, Mr. Mohammad Imtiaj, Director of BCPR from Southeast University and Mr. Sher-Ali, General Manager (Business Development) and Mr. Tajdin Hassan, Head of Marketing from Daily Star graced the ceremony with their presence.

The EEE Club of Southeast University (SEU) organized a 3-day long workshop on "Microcontroller Based System Design" at SEU Permanent Campus, Tejgaon, Dhaka from 29 to 31 July 2018. Dr. Muhibul Haque Bhuyan, Chairman, Department of EEE and faculty members of the department delivered speech in the inaugural session. The program was conducted by Mr. Md. Mahedi Hasan, Lecturer, Department of EEE.



Twenty students from different semester participated in the workshop. Through the workshop, students acquired knowledge and skills of Microcontroller based programming using Arduino Uno. The EEE club provided required equipment to the participants. During the workshop, students prepared a mini project on 'Home Security System'. Top 3 students were chosen based on their performance. The EEE Club handed over certificates and prizes among the students in a formal closing session.

Pharmacy Club of Southeast University (SEU) organized a poster presentation program in the name of "Know Your Medicinal Plants" on 20 September 2018 at SEU Seminar Hall, Main Building, Banani, Dhaka.



The program started with the welcome speech by Dr. Md. Siddiqul Islam, Chairman, Department of Pharmacy. Prof. Dr. A.N.M. Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of SEU chaired the program while Mr. M. Shahabuddin Kabir Choudhuri, Professor, Department of Pharmacy, Jahangirnagar University was the Resource Person.



20 students from Pharmacy department presented their posters on the said title. Among others, Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Representative Member of BoT, SEU Trust, Prof. Dr. Md. Abu Taher, Pro Vice Chancellor, Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed (Retd), Registrar, Prof. Dr. Abul Lais M.S. Haque, Dean, School of Science and Engineering, Prof. ABM Faroque, Adviser of Pharmacy department, Ms. Israt Jahan Bulbul, Assistant Professor and Moderator of Pharmacy Club, faculty members and students of Pharmacy department were also present in the program.

A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed between Southeast University and EZ Card on 23 September 2018 at SEU Conference Room, Banani, Dhaka. Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of SEU signed the MoU on behalf of Southeast University (SEU) and Prof. Dr. Md. Ruhul Amin, Chairman, Good Health International Limited signed on behalf of EZ Card. Under the MoU, students of SEU will get the internship opportunity in this company.

Professor Meer Mobashsher Ali, Chairman, Dept. of Architecture, Mr. Mohammad Imtiaj, Director of BCPR, Mr. Md. Jamal Uddin, Deputy Director of CPDS, Mr. M. Yasin Mia, General Manager of EZ Card were also present in the ceremony.

A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed between Southeast University (SEU) and Syntech Solution Ltd. on 20 September 2018 at SEU Conference Room, Banani, Dhaka. Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of SEU presided over the ceremony and signed the MoU on behalf of Southeast University. Mr. Md. Faruk Uddin, CEO of Syntech Solution Ltd. signed the MoU on behalf of his company. Under the MoU, CSE graduates of SEU will get the internship opportunity and part-time or full-time job placement to this software development company.

Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Representative Member of BoT, SEU Trust, Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Adviser to BoT and Head of BoT Office, Prof. Dr. Md. Abu Taher, Pro-VC, Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed (Retd), Registrar of SEU, Prof. Dr. Abul Lais M.S. Haque, Dean, School of Science & Engineering, Mr. Shahriar Manzoor, Chairman of CSE, Mr. Md. Wadud Ahmed FCA, Director of Finance, Mr. Mohammad Imtiaj, Director of BCPR, Mr. Mohammad Tarik Al Jalil, Deputy Secretary of BoT, Mr. Md. Jamal Uddin, Deputy Director of CPDS and distinguished guests and faculty members graced the ceremony with their presence.

Southeast University (SEU) organized a National Conference on "Enhancing Quality of Higher Education" on 22 September 2018 at SEU Permanent Campus, Tejgaon, Dhaka. Prof. Dr. A.N.M. Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of SEU presided over the Inaugural and Closing Session.

Prof. Mesbahuddin Ahmed, Chairman of Bangladesh Accreditation Council inaugurated the conference as the Chief Guest. Prof. Dr. Sanjoy Kumar Adhikary, Head of Quality Assurance Unit, HEQEP-UGC and Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Representative Member of BoT, SEU Trust graced the Inaugural Session as the Special Guests.



Three Business Session held where Prof. Dr. Saiful Islam, Vice Chancellor of BUET chaired the first session and Prof. Dr. Sanjoy Kumar Adhikary, Head of Quality Assurance Unit, HEQEP-UGC and Dr. S M Kabir, Professor, Department of Marketing, Rajshahi University gave their presentation. Prof. Dr. Yousuf Mahbubul Islam, Vice Chancellor of Daffodil International University chaired the second session and Dr. M. Nazmul Haque, Former Professor, Institute of Education & Research (IER), University of Dhaka and Dr. Kazi K. Shahidullah, Assistant Professor, Bangladesh University of Professionals gave their presentation. Prof. Dr. M. Omar Rahman, Vice Chancellor of Independent University, Bangladesh chaired the third session and Dr. Mahbub Ahsan Khan, Professor, Institute of Education & Research (IER), University of Dhaka and Dr. Zulfikar Rahman, Professor, Dept. of Agriculture Extension Education, Bangladesh Agricultural University gave their presentation.



Prof. Dr. Md. Akhtar Hossain, Member of UGC, attended the Closing Session as the Chief Guest and Prof. Dr. Sanjoy Kumar Adhikary, Head, Quality Assurance Unit, HEQEP-UGC as the Special Guest. Welcome speech and vote of thanks was given by Prof. Dr. M A Hakim, Director of IQAC of SEU. Among others, Prof. Dr. Md. Abu Taher, Pro Vice Chancellor of SEU, Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed (Retd), Registrar of SEU, Deans, Chairmen, Directors, faculty members and officials of various departments were present in the conference.

Institute of Research & Training (IRT) of Southeast University (SEU) in collaboration with Department of Pharmacy, SEU organized a Research Paper presentation session in the name of "Research Adda" on 13 September, 2018 at Seminar Library of Pharmacy Department Banani, Dhaka.



The program started with the welcome speech by Dr. Syed Abdulla Al Mamun, Director of IRT. Dr. A. K. M. Moyeenul Huq, Assistant Professor, Dept. of Pharmacy presented his research work titled ‘Health Benefit of a Phytoestrogen Containing Herb as Potential Phytotherapy in Post-menopausal Women'. Eighteen faculty members and 10 students from Pharmacy department were present in the program and participated in interactive discussion on different aspects of presented paper and research issues. Prof. Dr. Abul Lais M.S. Haque, Dean, School of Science and Engineering and Dr. Md. Siddiqul Islam, Chairman, Department of Pharmacy were also present in the program.

On the recommendation of the Board of Trustees of Southeast University, Hon'ble President of the People's Republic of Bangladesh and Chancellor of Universities appointed Dr. Md. Abu Taher, Professor of the Department of Management, Chittagong University as Pro-Vice-Chancellor of Southeast University for 4 (four) years.

Currently, he is one of the Directors of the Board of Directors of Life Insurance Corporation and Academic Adviser of National Defense College. Earlier, he was Chairman of the Department of Management of Chittagong University (CU), elected Dean of the Faculty of Business Administration, CU and Treasurer of Bangladesh Open University on deputation. In his long career, he traveled to many countries such as USA, UK, Canada, France, Australia, The Philippines, Korea on education and research purpose.

He published more than 65 research-based articles in national and international journals, presented 28 papers in international conferences and published 8 books at Hon's and Master's levels. He also served as Director, Consultant and Sub Project Manager in projects funded by various international organizations like World Bank, UGC, ILO, GOB, CoL and UNDP.

Southeast University Debate Team won the battle against Sher-E-Bangla Agricultural University Debate Team in UCB Public Parliament Debate-2018 on 15 September 2018 at ATN Bangla Studio, FDC, Dhaka.



The debate has been organized by Debate for Democracy in collaboration with ATN Bangla. The participants from SEU were, Ashraful Alam Munna as the opposition leader, Md. Mejbaur Rahman Miju as deputy leader and Azizur Rahman as a Member of the Parliament.



The team was mentored by Ms. Madiha Khan, Moderator of SEUDC and Mr. Kazi Parvez Jibon, Assistant Moderator of SEUDC with assistance of the Department of Career and Professional Development Services (CPDS), SEU.

Institutional Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC), Southeast University organized a training program on ‘Mastering Computer Skills in the Work Place’ for the 3rd Batch of administrative employees at the Computer Lab, Main Building, Banani on 13 and 15 September 2018. A number of 34 administrative staff attended the training program. The training was focused on the different task of ‘Microsoft Office’ program.

Mr. Md. Anowar Hossain Fakir, Trainer and Lead Consultant at Training Bangla was the trainer. At the end of the training certificates were distributed to the participants by Prof. Dr. Md. Abdul Hakim, Director of IQAC.

Institute of Research and Training (IRT) of Southeast University (SEU) organized a presentation session on “Research Proposals” and “Draft Final Reports” on 11 September, 2018 at SEU Conference Room, Main Building, Banani, Dhaka. Total six faculties from different departments of SEU provided their presentations on six different topics.

Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Adviser to BOT and Head of BOT office, SEUT and Head of Executive Committee (EC), IRT chaired the session. Prof. Dr. AKM Waliul Islam, Dean, School of Arts and Social Sciences (SASS) and Prof. Abul Lais M.S. Haque, Dean, School of Science and Engineering (SSE) were present in the session and gave their valuable suggestions. Prof. Dr. Md. Abdul Hakim, Director, IQAC present in the session as a panel of experts. Among others, Chairmen and Directors of various departments were also present at the presentation session.

Southeast University (SEU) signed an MoU with Haji Abed Ali Degree College on 11 September 2018 at Narsingdi, Dhaka. Prof. Dr. Md. Abu Taher, Pro Vice Chancellor of SEU signed on behalf of Southeast University and Mr. A. K Ahsan Mahbub, Principal of Haji Abed Ali Degree College signed on behalf of his institution.

Mr. Mohammad Imtiaj, Director of BCPR, Mr. Mohammad Tarik Al Jalil, Deputy Secretary of BoT & Ms. Deepti Sarkar, Assistant Director, Department of Admission & Promotion of SEU were present on behalf of Southeast University. This MoU will be mutually beneficial for both the parties. They will be able to exchange faculty members as resource persons for knowledge sharing. Students of Haji Abed Ali Degree College will get the opportunity for admission in certain disciplines of SEU. They can also participate in various programs of SEU. The MoU will remain effective for five years and may be renewed with the consent of both the parties.

সাউথইস্ট বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের বাংলা ভাষা ও সাহিত্য বিভাগের উদ্যোগে ১০ সেপ্টেম্বর ২০১৮ তারিখে ‘মুক্ত কবিতাপাঠ’ এর আয়োজন করা হয়। বিভাগের শিক্ষক এবং শিক্ষার্থীরা এই মুক্ত কবিতাপাঠে অংশগ্রহণ করেন। অনুষ্ঠানে প্রধান অতিথি ছিলেন বরেণ্য শিক্ষাবিদ ও ঢাকা বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের বাংলা বিভাগের অধ্যাপক জনাব আহমদ কবির। অনুষ্ঠানের সভাপতিত্ব করেন সাউথইস্ট বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের বাংলা ভাষা ও সাহিত্য বিভাগের চেয়ারম্যান ড. রকিবুল হাসান।

শিক্ষক-শিক্ষার্থীদের মুক্ত কবিতাপাঠের আসরে উপস্থাপনা করেন বাংলা ভাষা ও সাহিত্য বিভাগের সহকারি অধ্যাপক ড. শামস্ আল্দীন। শুরুতে একটি চীনা কবিতার বাংলা অনুবাদ দিয়ে কবিতা পাঠ করেন বিভাগের এমএ শিক্ষার্থী মুশফিকুর রহমান। পরে পর্যায়ক্রমে কবিতাপাঠ করেন শামসুন্নাহার নুপুর, শাকিল আহমেদ, দেলোয়ার হোসেন, সুরভি আক্তার, এহসান আমিন ও রাসেল। চীনা শিক্ষার্থীদের মধ্যে পুলক, তারা ও নয়ন চমৎকার বাংলা কবিতাপাঠ করেন। শিক্ষার্থীদের কবিতাপাঠ শেষে বিভাগের শিক্ষক প্রভাষক শারমিনুর নাহার, সহকারী অধ্যাপক ড. হামিদা বেগম কবিতাপাঠ করেন। প্রধান অতিথি তার বক্তব্যে বলেন, ''বাংলা ও সাহিত্যের সবচেয়ে শক্তিশালী শাখা কবিতা এবং আমরা বাংলা ভাষা ও সাহিত্যের শিক্ষার্থী হিসেবে র্দীঘ এই ঐতিহ্যের ধারক ও বাহক”। শেষে সভাপতি ড. রকিবুল হাসান চমৎকার এই আয়োজনের জন্য সবাইকে ধন্যবাদ জ্ঞাপন করে অনুষ্ঠানের সমাপ্তি ঘোষণা করেন।

Admission & Promotion Department of Southeast University (SEU) organized a meeting with Student Brand Ambassadors’ on 10 September 2018 at Seminar Hall, Main Building, Banani, Dhaka. Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of SEU presided over the meeting. More than 200 Student Ambassadors from School of Business Studies (SBS) and Economics Department participated in the meeting.



Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Adviser to BoT and Head of BoT Office, Prof. Dr. Md. Abu Taher, Pro-VC and Prof. Dr. Md. Abdul Hakim, Director of IQAC explained in details about the duties and responsibilities of student Ambassadors. Among others, Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed (Retd), Registrar of SEU, Chairs, Directors, faculty members and officials of the participating departments were present at the meeting.

Southeast University (SEU) and English Olympiad (EO) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on September 5, 2018 in order to explore future mutual cooperation. on behalf of SEU Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor and Mr. Mohammad Aman Ullah, Chief Organizer of English Olympiad on behalf of EO signed the MoU.

Prof. Dr. Md. Abu Taher, Pro Vice Chancellor of SEU, Mr. Mohammad Imtiaj, Director of BCPR, Mr. Md. Jamal Uddin, Deputy Director of CPDS, Ms. Deepti Sarkar, Assistant Director, Department of Admission & Promotion, Mr. Ratul Roy, Rajshahi Regional Coordinator of EO, Mr. Abdullah-Al-Zarofi, National Event Coordinator of EO and Mr. Sadman Sakib Nadvi, Chief Marketing Architect of EO graced the occasion with their presence.

Institutional Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC), SEU organized a training program on ‘Mastering Computer Skills in the Work Place’ for the 2nd Batch of administrative employees at the Computer Lab, Main Building, Banani on 30 August and 01 September 2018. A number of 34 administrative staff attended the training program. The training was focused on the different task of ‘Microsoft Office’ program.

Mr. Md. Anowar Hossain Fakir, Trainer and Lead Consultant at Training Bangla was the trainer. At the end of the training certificates were distributed to the participants by Prof. Dr. Md. Abdul Hakim, Director of IQAC in presence of Mr. Md. Jamal Uddin, Deputy Director of CPDS.

A collaboration meeting Between SEU & English Olympiad took place at VC’s conference room on 30 August 2018. Main objective of this meeting was to explore future joint collaboration by signing an MoU. The Chief Organizer of English Olympiad Mr. Mohammad Aman Ullah presented a presentation on behalf of English Olympiad (EO). Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of SEU presided over the meeting and talked on behalf of the SEU administration.

Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Adviser to BoT and Head of BoT Office, SEUT, Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed (Retd), Registrar of SEU, Mr. Mohammad Imtiaj, Director of BCPR, Mr. Md. Jamal Uddin, Deputy Director of CPDS, Mr. Nazmul Hussain, Sylhet Divisional Coordinator of EO and Mr. Ratul Roy, Rajshahi Regional Coordinator of EO were also present in the meeting.

Commemorating the National Mourning Day 2018, Association of Private Universities of Bangladesh (APUB) organized a discussion program and doa mahfil on 31 August at International Mother Language Institute, Segun Bagicha, Dhaka. Education Minister, Mr. Nurul Islam Nahid, MP graced the occasion with his presence as Chief Guest while UGC Chairman Prof. Abdul Mannan and Secondary and Higher Education Division Secretary, Mr. Sohrab Hossain, were present as Special Guests. National Prof. Dr. Rafiqul Islam was present at the program as Chief Discussant.

A team led by Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Representative Member of BoT of SEUT, Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor and Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed (Retd), Registrar of Southeast University with a number of 20 senior officials and faculty members and 55 students from different departments participated in the program. Chairman of Association of Private Universities of Bangladesh (APUB) Mr. Sheikh Kabir Hossain chaired the program. Among others members of Board of Trustees of different private universities, VC, Pro-VC, Treasurer, Registrar, faculty members, officers and students were present in the ceremony. The program ended with vote of thanks by Vice Chairman of APUB Prof. Abdul Mannan Chowdhury.

সাউথইস্ট বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ে অগ্নি নির্বাপন বিষয়ে আলোচনা সভা এবং মহড়া ০৩ সেপ্টেম¦র ২০১৮ তারিখে বিশ্বদ্যিালয়ের বনানীস্থ মূল ভবনের সেমিনার হলে - এ অনুষ্ঠিত হয়।



উক্ত অনুষ্ঠানে সাইটেক ফায়ার ফাইটিং ইকুইপমেন্ট-এর পরিচালক জনাব মোঃ ওয়ালি উল্লাহ সাউথইস্ট বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের কর্মকর্তা-কর্মচারীদের অগ্নি নির্বাপন বিষয়ে প্রশিক্ষণ প্রদান করেন। অনুষ্ঠানে বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের সকল অফিসার, ল্যাব এ্যাসিস্ট্যান্ট, ল্যাব এ্যাটেনডেন্ট, টেকনিশিয়ান, ড্রাইভার, ওএসএস, ক্লিনার এবং সিকিউরিটি গার্ড উপস্থিত ছিলেন। আলোচনা শেষে বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের মূল ভবনের ছাদে অগ্নি নির্বাপন বিষয়ে প্রতক্ষ মহড়া অনুষ্ঠিত হয়।

Pharmacy Department of Southeast University (SEU) organized “Orientation & Freshers Reception” program for the newly admitted students of Summer Semester 2018 on 29 August in the Seminar Hall, SEU Main Building, Banani, Dhaka. Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Hon’ble Vice Chancellor of SEU Chaired the discussion session. Prof. Syed Fakhrul Hassan, Dean, School of Science and Engineering and Dr. Md. Siddiqul Islam, Chairman of Pharmacy Department delivered the welcome speech.



Prof. Dr. S. M. Abdur Rahman, Dean, Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Dhaka was present as Chief Guest. Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Hon’ble Representative Member of the Board of Trustees, SEU Trust, Prof. Dr. Abu Taher, Pro Vice Chancellor, Prof. A.B.M. Faroque, Adviser of Pharmacy Department and Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed (Retd), Registrar also delivered their speech respectively. Among others, faculty members and students of Pharmacy Department were also present in the program.

28th batch of Department of Textile Engineering of Southeast University (SEU) organized a “Degree Completion Ceremony” to celebrate the final day of the course on 28 August 2018 at the Permanent Campus, Tejgaon, Dhaka.



Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of Southeast University chaired the program while Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Representative Member of Board of Trustees of SEUT was present as Chief Guest. Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Adviser to BoT and Head of BoT Office was the Guest of Honor and Prof. Dr. Abu Taher, Pro Vice Chancellor was present as Special Guest. Prof. Syed Fakhrul Hassan, Dean, School of Science and Engineering and Chairman of Textile Engineering Department gave the welcome speech. At the end of the discussion, a cultural fest was organized followed by a band music program. Among others, Prof. Meer Mobashsher Ali, Treasurer of SEU, faculty members and officials were also present in the program.

Southeast University (SEU) observed the National Mourning Day 2018 marking the 43rd anniversary of assassination of Father of the Nation, Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman. On the occasion a Discussion meeting & Dua mahfil was organized by SEU on 14 August 2018. Prof. Dr. A A M S Arefin Siddique, Former Vice Chancellor, University of Dhaka was present as the Chief Guest. Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Representative Member of BoT, Prof. Dr. Md. Abu Taher, Pro Vice Chancellor and Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed (Retd), Registrar of SEU took part in the discussion session.



The discussion meeting was chaired by the Vice Chancellor of Southeast University, Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin. The Chief Guest Dr. Siddique said that, we are yet to make the dreams of Bangabandhu come true, that of a ‘Sonar Bangla’. It falls upon us to take up the vision of ‘Sonar Bangla’ and work towards achieving that goal. We must strive for excellence with a spirit of self-sacrifice.” Mr. M. Kamaluddin said that, “Bangabandhu is not only a name but a Flag, a vision and a History. Today’s Bangladesh would not have existed without Bangabandhu.

Among others, Adviser, Deans, Chairmen, teachers, officials and students were present on the occasion. The program ended with Dua for Bangabandu and welfare of Bangladesh.

Four students from School of Business Studies (SBS) of Southeast University (SEU) have won 660$ scholarship from the case competition titled “2018 ISCEA Ptak Prize” held on 18 July 2018. The scholarship will be used to do ISCEA’s Global Certification –CSCA (Certified Supply Chain Analyst) course. It is the largest case competition in Bangladesh organized by ISCEA (International Supply Chain Education Alliance).



These students participated in the competition under the banner of Business Innovation Forum with the guidance of Farzana Akter, Lecturer of SBS, SEU.

Institutional Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC), SEU organized a training program on ‘Mastering Computer Skills in the Work Place’ course (Batch-1) for administrative employees at the Computer Lab, Main Building, Banani on 09 and 11 August 2018. A number of 33 administrative staff attended the training program. The training was focused on the different task of ‘Microsoft Office’ program. Prof. Dr. Md. Abdul Hakim, Director of IQAC, coordinated the training. Mr. Md. Anowar Hossain Fakir, Trainer and Lead Consultant at Training Bangla was the trainer.



At the end of the training certificates were distributed to the participants by Prof. Dr. Md. Abu Taher, Pro-VC of SEU in presence of Mr. Md. Jamal Uddin, Deputy Director of CPDS.

Southeast University (SEU) sealed the final spot in an Inter-University Football Tournament titled “Shahjalal Islami Bank Faraaz Gold Cup 2018” started on 25 July 2018. In the group stage, Team SEU defeated Uttara University by 1-0 goal and qualified for the quarter final. In the quarter final and semi-final they defeated IUB by 3-2 goals and BRAC University by 3-0 goals and qualified for the final. The final match will be held on 5 August 2018. Heartiest congratulations to Team Southeast University.

Southeast University (SEU) organized an Orientation Program for newly admitted fifteen Chinese students from Yunnan Minzu University in Bangla Department, on 31 July 2018 at its permanent campus at Tejgaon, Dhaka.



Presided over by Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of SEU, the ceremony was attended by Madam Yang Yuanchun, Wife of Ambassador of the People's Republic of China in Bangladesh as the Chief Guest. Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Hon’ble Representative of the Board of Trustees, SEU Trust was present as the Guest of Honor.



Prof. Dr. Lu Fang, Deputy Dean, Yunnan Minzu University and Ms. Feng Xiaorong, Secretary General of the Overseas Chinese Association of Bangladesh, were present as Special Guests at the program. Among others, officers from Embassy of China, Hon’ble Members of BoT, SEUT, Pro-Vice Chancellor, Registrar, Deans, Chairmen, Directors, teachers, officials, members of OCAIB and students of SEU were also present in the program.



At the end of the discussion, a cultural program was organized with the participation of students of both the universities.

Institutional Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC), SEU organized a training program on ‘Office Management’ course (Batch-4) for administrative employees at the Main Building, Banani on 28 and 29 July 2018. A number of 30 administrative staffs attended the training program. The training was focused on the different task of ‘Office Management’. Prof. Dr. Md. Abdul Hakim, Director of IQAC, coordinated the training. Mr. M. Aminoor, Management Counselor of Bangladesh Institute of Management (BIM) was the trainer.



At the end of the training certificates were distributed to the participants by Hon’ble Vice Chancellor of SEU Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin in presence of Registrar and Director, IQAC.

Southeast University Business Innovation Forum (SUBIF) organized a Business Competition program titled “TVC Scope 2018” and the second workshop regarding "TVC and Marketing Plan Making" on 26 July 2018 at SEU Main Building, Banani, Dhaka. 12 teams were qualified for round 2 and attended the workshop. The resource person Mr. Mostahsin Ahmed Rashik, Chief Assistant Director of Red Pad Studio shared his knowledge about TVC production process with the participants. Mr. Md. Jamal Uddin, Deputy Director of CPDS was present as Keynote Speaker and guided the students about presentation hacks and how to overcome “Glossophobia"! Moderator Dr. Farhana Ferdoushi and Assistant Moderator Ms. Afreen Ahmed Haasnain of SUBIF conducted the whole workshop effectively.

With the objective to acquaint the students with practical aspect of court proceedings through co-curricular activities, the Department of Law & Justice of Southeast University organized a day long court visit to District and Sessions Court of Manikganj on 24 July 2018. A total of Fifty Five students from LLB (Hons.) Program, participated in the court visit under the supervision of Mr. Md. Jahid Mustofa and Mr. Md. Ayub Ali, Senior Lecturers of the Department.



The program commenced with observing the trial proceedings of different civil and criminal courts and ended with a workshop at the conference room of District and Session Judge. Mr. Md. Shahidul Alam Zinuk, Learned District and Session Judge, Mr. Abdul High, Learned Judge of Nari-o-Shishu Nirjaton Daman Tribunal, Joint District Judge and Senior Judicial Magistrate, Manikganj were present in the workshop. Finally the District Judge appreciated the initiative of Southeast University to arrange such a program.

Southeast University (SEU) organized the 2nd Lecture of the Lecture Series on “Ethics in Teaching and Research” on 26 July 2018 at the Seminar Hall of the Main Building, Banani, Dhaka. Dr. Mirza Azizul Islam, Professor of BRAC Business School and Former Adviser, Caretaker Government of the People's Republic of Bangladesh was present at the program as the Chief Guest. Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of Southeast University chaired the seminar while Dr. Anisuzzaman, Supernumerary Professor, Department of Philosophy, University of Dhaka delivered the Keynote Speech.



Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Representative Member of Board of Trustees of SEUT and Prof. Dr. M A Hakim, Director of IQAC of SEU also spoke on the subject. Among others, Pro-VC, Registrar, Deans, Chairs, Directors, Faculty Members and officials were present at the program.

Admission & Promotion Department of Southeast University (SEU) organized a meeting with Student Ambassadors’ on 26 July 2018 at Seminar Hall, Main Building, Banani, Dhaka. Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of SEU presided over the meeting. More than 200 Student Ambassadors’ from different departments of SEU participated in the meeting. Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Hon’ble Representative member of BoT, Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Adviser of BoT, Prof. Dr. Md. Abu Taher, Pro-VC and Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed (Retd), Registrar of SEU explained in details about the duties and responsibilities of student Ambassadors. Chairs, Directors, faculty members and officials of various departments were present at the meeting.

Economics Department of Southeast University (SEU) organized a Certificate giving ceremony on “Research Methodology Certificate Course” on 24 July 2018 at the VC’s Conference Room of Main Building, Banani, Dhaka.

Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of SEU distributed certificates to the participants. Ms. Madiha Khan, Chairman, Department of Economics congratulated the participants for their successful completion of the course. Dr. M. A. Hakim, Professor, Dept. of Economics and Director, IQAC highly appreciated the participants. Among others, Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed (Retd), Registrar of SEU and faculty members of the Economics department were present in the program.

Institutional Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC), SEU organized a training program on ‘Office Management’ course (Batch-3) for administrative employees at the Main Building, Banani on 21 and 22 July 2018. A number of 34 administrative staff attended the training program. The training was focused on the different task of ‘Office Management’. Prof. Dr. Md. Abdul Hakim, Director of IQAC, coordinated the training. Mr. M. Aminoor, Management Counselor of Bangladesh Institute of Management (BIM) was the trainer.



At the end of the training certificates were distributed to the participants by Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed (Retd), Registrar of SEU in presence of Director, IQAC.

Southeast University Debate Club (SEUDC) won the Runner-Up trophy in ‘2nd National Debate Festival 2018’ organized by Bangladesh International Debating Society (BIDS) on 17 July 2018 at Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy, Segunbagicha, Dhaka. The name of the participated team from SEU was “DURJOY”. There were 17 debate teams from different universities including BUTex, Rajshahi University, Jahangirnagar University and State University with whom “Team DURJOY" competed. Congratulations to Team SEU.

Department of Branding, Communication and Public Relations (BCPR) of Southeast University (SEU) organized a workshop titled “Photo Journalism” on 18 July 2018 at the Seminar Hall, Banani, Dhaka. 52 students from different departments of Southeast University participated in the workshop.



The first part of the workshop was conducted by Mr. Sudeepto Salam, Senior Photo Journalist of Daily Prothom Alo. He described different aspects of Photo Journalism and techniques of taking good photograph. Students were very participative in the session and showed keen interest.

In the second part, certificates were awarded to the participants by Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Hon'ble Representative Member of BoT, SEUT, Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Hon’ble Vice Chancellor of SEU and Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed, Registrar of SEU. Among others, Mr. Wahid Hossain Siddiquey, Chief Coordinator-Cum-Secretary of BoT, SEUT, Mr. Mohammad Imtiaj, Director of BCPR and officials of relevant department were also present in the workshop.

Institute of Research and Training (IRT) of Southeast University organized an Orientation program for the newly joined Faculty Members of different departments on 16 July 2018 at SEU Seminar Hall, Banani, Dhaka.

Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Hon’ble Vice Chancellor was present as the Chair and delivered his speech on “Evaluating Faculty Performance.” Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Advisor, Board of Trustees, SEU Trust talked on “Towards Achieving the Goal of Pro Student University: Duties & Responsibilities of Faculty Members”. Prof. Dr. Md. Abu Taher, Pro Vice Chancellor of SEU discussed about “Operational Aspects of Effective Teaching”. Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed (Retd), Registrar of SEU delivered his speech on “Compliance with University Rules and Regulations”. Prof Dr. Md. Abdul Hakim, Director, IQAC gave his presentation on “Quality Management: Research Facilities, Conference Grant, Faculty Training & Performance Monitoring”.

Among others, Mr. M. Kamal Uddin Chowdhury, Hon’ble Representative member of BoT, Deans, Chairmen, Program Directors of different departments and Controller of Examinations were present at the event. The program was ended with the vote of thanks by Dr. Syed Abdulla Al Mamun, FCMA, Director, IRT.

IQAC, SEU organized a training program on ‘Office Management’ course (Batch-2) for its administrative employees at the Main Building, Banani on 14 and 15 July 2018. A number of 34 administrative staff attended the training program. The training was focused on the different task of ‘Office Management’. Prof. Dr. Md. Abdul Hakim, Director of IQAC, coordinated the training. Mr. M. Aminoor, Management Counselor of Bangladesh Institute of Management (BIM) was the trainer.

At the end of the training certificates were distributed to the participants by Hon’ble Vice Chancellor of SEU Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin in presence of Registrar and Director, IQAC.

A learning session on “HR Leadership in Action: Past, Present and Future” held at Southeast University Seminar Hall, Banani on 30 June, 2018. The program was organized by the Change Champions in collaboration with the Department of Career and Professional Development Services (CPDS), SEU.



Mr. Monower Ahmed, CEO & Lead Consultant of Monower Associates was the Resource Person of the session. Mr. Ahmed talked with the incidents he has experienced in last 50 years in the field of Human Resourses who had a vibrant knowledge in management and HR concept in Bangladesh. Particularly he worked for the then Pakistan government as Assistant Central Labor Commissioner and later on for British American Tobacco Company Limited and for GlaxoSmithKline. A good number of HR professionals from different corporate houses and students of SEU attended the seminar.

Ms. Latifa Sultana Liza, Lecturer, Department of Architecture of Southeast University (SEU) was invited to attend the 1st IMS International Symposium and 7th IMS International Textile Architecture Symposium in the USA at the University of Miami, School of Architecture which took place on 17th to 19th May, 2018.

She got a great opportunity to build her international community. It was a unique opportunity for her to interact and to meet a large number of professionals, engineers and architects currently involved in the industry and in the world of Membrane and Tensile structure. She also attended the group discussion with them to share and exchange ideas, theories about Tensile structure and represented Bangladesh and Southeast University in an international platform.

Department of Career and Professional Development Services (CPDS) of Southeast University organized a collaboration meeting with NIIT, India on 11 July 2018 at Vice Chancellor’s conference room, Banani, Dhaka.

Mr. Madhusudan Mukerjee, DGM of NIIT Limited, presented the possible collaboration areas for SEU with NIIT, India. Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Hon’ble Vice Chancellor, Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Adviser of Board of Trustees, Prof. Dr. Md. Abu Taher, Pro Vice-Chancellor, Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed (Retd), Registrar, Prof. Syed Fakhrul Hassan, Dean, School of Science & Engineering, Mr. Shahriar Manzoor, Chairman and Associate Professor of CSE and Faculty members of CSE Department were present at the meeting.

A two days long special training program on “Office Management” organized by Institutional Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC), SEU with the assistance of Department of Career and Professional Development Services (CPDS) for the Administrative Employees of Southeast University held on 7 & 8 July 2018 at its Main Building, Banani, Dhaka. A number of 34 officers attended the training program. Prof. Dr. Md. Abdul Hakim, Director of IQAC, coordinated and Mr. M. Aminoor, Management Counselor of Bangladesh Institute of Management (BIM) facilitated the sessions.

Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed (Retd), Registrar of SEU, formally inaugurated the training session with a brief speech. Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Hon’ble Representative of BoT and Mr. Wahid Hossain Siddiquey, Chief Coordinator-Cum-Secretary of BoT visited the training session and expressed their gratitude and expectations from the trainees as well as the facilitator.

As a participant of the training program Mr. Muhammad Shahriar Alam, Assistant Registrar (HR) of SEU, said ‘Though we are running our activities in sound order, this training program will definitely enhance our capacity.’ ‘We are delighted to know the procedure prescribed by the government secretariat and this type of courses should be continued to increase the efficiency of the employees’ Ms. Nabila Biswas, Front Desk Officer of SEU, added. Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Honorable Vice Chancellor of SEU was present at the closing session and distributed certificates amongst the participants.

Southeast Business School (SBS) of Southeast University (SEU) organized a workshop on “Business Case Analysis” on 2nd & 3rd July 2018 at the SEU Main Building, Banani, Dhaka. In the workshop Dr. Rezbin Nahar, Director of BBA Program welcomed everyone. Ms. Mayeesha Fairuz Rahman, Ms. Madhobi Hossain & Ms. Tiasha Islam, Lecturers of SBS were resource persons of the workshop. They discussed on different tools of analyzing case study & its significance on the first day. Students had a very productive session and got some important guidelines regarding solving different types of cases. On the second day, Prof. Dr. Md. Abu Taher, Pro Vice Chancellor and Dean of Southeast Business School, Prof. Dr. Mohammad Salek & Prof. Dr. Nargis Akhter distributed certificates to the participants.

Southeast University Nature & Environment Club organized a day long program to celebrate the “World Environment Day 2018” on 5th June 2018 at its Permanent campus Tejgaon, Dhaka. The Day started with a rally where the students and teachers of Southeast University participated and Mr. Md. Abu Naser Khan, Chairman, Save the Environment Movement accompanied them. After that an awareness building seminar was held at the seminar hall. The seminar started with welcoming words by Ms. Jubaida Gulshan Ara, Senior Lecturer and Moderator of Nature & Environment Club. Mr. Naser delivered his words to aware the students as the Chief Guest. He encouraged the students to Work in favor of the environment. The program ended with prize giving session among the winners of quiz competition on Nature & environment. Winners received crest & certificates from the Chief Guest. Md. Pavel Sarker, President, Nature & Environment Club concluded the program with thanks giving note.

Students of Southeast University (SEU) paid homage to the victims of Holey Artisan terrorist attack at Gulshan on July 01, 2018. SEU students always raise their voice against terrorist & militant activities and all the students are highly committed to doing their best to serve the nation.



A team of SEU students guided by Mr. Forhad Hossain, Senior Officer of Career & Professional Development Services, placed a floral wreath at the altar of a monument prepared in honor of the martyrs of Holey Artisan incident. Students from different departments attended the program.

A collaboration meeting between Southeast University (SEU) Management and Dr. Alex Ephrem, Senior Vice-President, Monroe College, New York, USA was held on 28 June 2018 at VC’s Conference Room, Banani, Dhaka. Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of SEU presides over the meeting. Dr. Alex shared his views and proposals on behalf of his institution. The meeting focused on joint educational programs and opportunities for future collaboration and career-oriented quality education that will integrate classroom learning with real-world experience.

Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Hon’ble Representative of the Board of Trustees; Mr. Istiaque Ahmed, Hon’ble Member of the Board of Trustees; Prof. Dr. Md. Abu Taher, Dean, Southeast Business School; Prof. Dr. AKM Waliul Islam, Dean, School of Arts & Social Sciences; Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed (Retd), Registrar; Prof. Dr. M A Hakim, Director, IQAC; Mr. Md. Jamal Uddin, Deputy Director, CPDS and officials from CPDS graced the occasion with their presence.

Department of Economics of Southeast University (SEU) organized an "Eid Get Together Program" on 27th June 2018 in the Seminar Hall of Building four of SEU.



Dr. Kazi Tanvir Mahmud, Chairman, Department of Economics exchanged greetings with faculties, staff and students of the Department. Dr. M. A. Hakim, Professor, Dept. of Economics and Director, Institutional Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) appreciated and encouraged students for arranging this kind of program. The program was concluded with a vote of thanks to the participants.

Prof. Dr. Md. Abu Taher, Dean of Southeast Business School & Director of MBA Program and Dr. Rezbin Nahar, Assistant Professor & Director (BBA Program) on behalf of Southeast Business School (SBS) formally handed over the “RESUME BOOK” of 38th Batch, BBA students to Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Hon’ble Representative of BoT, SEU Trust and Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Hon’ble Vice Chancellor, SEU. This book is a compilation of SBS’s intern student’s credentials and experiences. 118 highly capable students are going to pursue their internship program. Expert staff members of BBA program office and CPDS (Department of Career & Professional Development Services) office has given extensive efforts in publishing this RESUME BOOK. This book can be a great tool that can be used by employers for recruitment. Our capable students can be highlighted through this book which might be helpful to get their precious internship appointment and further recruitment as well.

Southeast Business School (SBS) of Southeast University (SEU) organized workshop on “Orientation of Internship Report Writing” on 05 & 07 June 2018 in the Seminar Hall, Banani, Dhaka. Prof. Dr. Md. Abu Taher, Dean of Southeast Business School& Director (MBA Program) welcomed everyone. Dr. Rezbin Nahar, Assistant Professor & Director of BBA Program was the resource person.



On the second day, Ms. Tahsin Farzana Jisun , Ms. Kamrunnahar and Ms. Faria Akter, Lecturers of SBS were resource persons of the program. They discussed on internship report writing. They also talked about the format of the report referencing and other relevant techniques needed for writing a comprehensive internship report. Students had a very productive session and got some important guidelines regarding their upcoming internship program.

Southeast Business School (SBS) organized a workshop on “Basic Computer Applications” held on 30 & 31 May, 2018 in SBS Computer Lab, Banani, Dhaka. Ms. Asma Akter, Ms. Hamida Akhter, Mr. Rajib Kumar Das and Md. Golam Ramij, Lecturers of Southeast Business School acted as resource persons of this workshop. The aim of the workshop was to introduce basic Microsoft Word, Powerpoint application techniques to students. The outcome of the workshop is to help the students to prepare presentation slides and academic reports. Students also had an elaborate practice session where their various problems were solved.

Academic Committee meeting of the Southeast Business School (SBS) was held at University’s Main Building, Banani, Dhaka On 5 June 2018. Prof. Dr. Md. Abu Taher, Dean of Southeast Business School & Director of MBA Program chaired the meeting. Dr. Rezbin Nahar, Assistant Professor & Director of BBA Program was present at the meeting along with Coordinators of BBA Program Iftekhar Shahab Uddin and Md. Mohiman. Discussion was held between academic committee members on course and lesson plans, rules and regulations and various upcoming events.

Department of Career and Professional Development Services (CPDS) of Southeast University organized a two-day workshop on “Advanced Microsoft PowerPoint and Animation” on 5 & 7 June 2018 at BBA Computer Lab, Banani, Dhaka. A total of 30 students got hands-on training on this topic.

Mr. Md. Anowar Hossain Fakir, Trainer and Lead Consultant at Training Bangla was the trainer of the workshop. The students had great enthusiasm and learning desire about the workshop and said that it was a much-needed workshop for them. “PowerPoint presentation with advanced animation is what we require most for our study because we have to make the presentation for each course at the end of every semester” added a student at the workshop. Certificates were distributed among the participating students at the end of the workshop.

Department of Career and Professional Development Services (CPDS) hosted a half-day workshop on “Enhancing HR Leadership – Be a Six Digit Manager” at Southeast University. The workshop was organized by ITC Bangladesh in association with Southeast University on 8th June 2018 at SEU Seminar Hall, Banani, Dhaka. A total of 70 HR professionals from Corporate Houses and different departments of Southeast University participated in the workshop.

Mr. Abir Shawkat Haiat, renowned HR Professional and Corporate Trainer conducted the session. Mr. Quazi M. Ahmed, President, Bangladesh Organization of Learning and Development (BOLD), Ms. Fahmida Chowdhury, Executive VP and Principal, Southeast Bank Ltd., Mr. M. A. Hashem, Chief Human Resource Officer, Asrotex Group, Ms. Shirin Chowdhury, Sr. Manager HR, Edison Group, Mr. Irshadur Rahman, GM and Head of HR, Shanta Holdings, Mr. Shibli H. Ahmed, Head of HR, Dekko Foods Ltd., Mr. Nazrul Islam, Head of HRMD, AB Bank, and Mr. Jamal Uddin, Deputy Director and Head, CPDS, SEU were present in the workshop and shared their views.

Department of Career and Professional Development Services (CPDS) of Southeast University organized a two-day training on “Data Analysis Using Microsoft Excel” on 10th and 12th June 2018. The training took place at SBS computer lab of Southeast University. A total of 31 students from different departments participated in the training. In this 12 hour-long training session, the participants learned advanced formula and techniques of Microsoft Excel that is necessary for their professional life and increasing their employability.

Mr. Md. Anowar Hossain Fakir, Trainer & Lead Consultant at Training Bangla was the trainer of the training. At the end of the training, students gave very positive feedback about the training and said they are looking forward to enjoy this kind of events in the future. Participants were provided certificates at the end of the training.

Department of Career and Professional Development Services (CPDS) organized a club meeting followed by an iftar party to congratulate new Executive Committee Members and Moderators of SEU 15 student clubs. The meeting was held on 6 June 2018 at SEU Seminar Hall, Banani, Dhaka.



Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Hon’ble Representative of BoT, Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Hon’ble Vice Chancellor, Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Adviser of BoT, Maj Gen (Retd) Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed, Registrar, Prof. Dr. Md. Abdul Hakim, Director IQAC, and Md. Jamal Uddin, Deputy Director, Career and Professional Development Services were present at the meeting. In the beginning, the Deputy Director of CPDS welcomed all the Moderators and EC Members of the clubs. Hon’ble Vice Chancellor addressed the participants by sharing the expectations of the University from the student clubs and their roles and responsibilities towards the general students and university. He also added that main objective of establishing these clubs is to make future leaders from the students.

An Iftar Mahfil & Exchange of Views with Library Professionals was organized by Southeast University (SEU) Library on 7th June, 2018 at Central Library premises. Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Hon’ble Representative of BoT, SEUT, Professor Dr. ANM Mesquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of SEU, Professor Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Adviser of BoT & Chairman of the Library Committee and Mr. Wahid Hossain Siddiquey, Chief Coordinator of BoT were present in the program.



Dr. Mirza Mohd Rezaul Islam, Chairman, BALID and Librarian IIUT, Dr. Anwarul Islam, Secretary General, LAB and Librarian, Sher-e-Bangla Agricultural University, Mr. Shamsul Islam, Librarian, Bangladesh Atomic Energy Commission & Cricket Commentator, Mr. Ahasan Habib, Assistant Officer, IIUT & Editor Member of The Librarian’s Times, Mr. A. K. M. Nurul Alam, Deputy Director, Bangladesh Bank and Mr. Muhammad Joynal Abedin, Seinor Lab Instructor, Information Science & Library Management Department, University Of Dhaka were the invited guests. At the end, Mr. Mubassir Ahsan, Assistant Librarian, (Library In-charge) of SEU thanked all the participants attended the program.

Social Services Club of Southeast University (SEU) organized a program for distributing Eid Clothing's amongst underprivileged children's as a part of their social responsibility. The program was organized at the seminar hall of SEU Main Building, Banani, Dhaka on 11 June 2018. Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Hon’ble Vice Chancellor of SEU; Maj Gen (Retd) Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed, Registrar of SEU and Mr. Wahid Hossain Siddiquey, Chief Coordinator of BoT distributed colorful outfits amongst the children. Dr. Rezbin Nahar, Director of BBA Program, Mr. A. S. Nooruddin Ahmed, Moderator of Social Services Club and Asst. Professor of SBS and all member of Social Services Club were present in the program.

With the aim of introducing fact marshalling, enhancing art of advocacy and presentation skills, Southeast University Moot Court Society (SEUMCS) organized a Workshop on “Mooting: Issue of Genocide” in partnership with Center for the Study of Genocide and Justice, Liberation War Museum on 6th June in the Seminar Hall, Main Building, Banani, Dhaka. Mr. Mofidul Hoque, Director of the Center for the Study of Genocide and Justice and Trustee of Liberation War Museum graced the occasion as the Chief Guest. Participants from eleven law schools of various public and private universities attended the workshop.



The program was chaired by Professor Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Hon’ble Vice Chancellor of SEU. In the first session there was a Mock Trial on a fact involving genocide. Mr. Md. Salim Miah, District & Session Judge and Former Registrar of International Crimes Tribunal, Bangladesh (ICTBD) was the Keynote Speaker. Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Representative Member of BoT, SEU Trust, Professor Dr. AFM Mofizul Islam, Advisor, BoT, Mr. Md. Asaduzzaman, Chairman, Department of Law & Justice, Mr. Md. Ayub Ali, Moderator of SEU Moot Court Society, Mrs. Mira Sajjan, Assistant Moderator of SEUMCS, Chairmen of different Departments, Faculty Members, Administrative Officers, students of various public and private universities were present among others. The workshop comes to an end with the distribution of prizes and certificates of participation.

Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering (EEE) of Southeast University (SEU) hosted a seminar on “Test and Measurement Equipment of Optical Fiber Network” on 7th June 2018 in the Seminar Hall of its Permanent Campus. The objectives of the seminar were to disseminate knowledge on optical fiber, its test and measurement equipment and procedures, describe the scopes of job opportunities in the various fields of optical fiber networking etc.



The seminar began with the opening speech and an introduction on the topic and seminar speakers by Dr. Engr. Muhibul Haque Bhuyan, Chairman of EEE Department. Engr. Abu Saleh Musajjee and Engr. Shamsun Nahar Ruma of Product Plus Solutions Ltd. were the Key-note Speakers of the seminar.



Prof. Syed Fakhrul Hassan, Dean, School of Science and Engineering (SSE) of Southeast University gave the concluding remarks in the seminar.He thanked the speakers and encouraged the faculty members and students to take initiatives to have practical knowledge and to do research on the topics discussed in this seminar. A good number of faculty members, students and staffs of the department were present in the seminar.

Department of Economics of Southeast University (SEU) organized a meeting with the Class Representatives followed by an Iftar Party on 5th June, 2018. The program took place in the Seminar Hall of Building 4, Southeast University, Banani Dhaka.



Dr. Kazi Tanvir Mahmud, Chairman, Department of Economics delivered his speech highlighting the rules and strategies of the university in terms of discipline and other issues. Dr. M. A. Hakim, Professor, Dept. of Economics and Director of IQAC motivated the students to participate classes actively and acknowledged the contribution of faculties regarding academic and non-academic issues. The students also shared their views regarding how to improve their skills. The session was concluded with a vote of thanks to the participants followed by an iftar party.

Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering (EEE) of Southeast University (SEU) hosted a seminar on “Brain Engineering: Opportunities and Feasibilities” on 4th June 2018 in the Seminar Hall of its Permanent Campus. The objectives of the seminar were to disseminate knowledge on several branches of brain engineering, to create interests among the students as well as Faculty Members, to explore the unlimited power of brain, to improve the quality of life, to share the scopes of research and to search job opportunities in the fields of brain engineering.



Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Hon'ble Vice Chancellor of SEU chaired the seminar while Engr. SM Mahabub Alam, MD & CEO, Massive Star Studio Ltd. & Massive Business Academy was present as key-note speaker. Among others Prof. Syed Fakhrul Hassan, Dean, School of Science and Engineering; Dr. Engr. Muhibul Haque Bhuyan, Chairman of EEE Department; Engr. Mehedi Azad Shawon, Lecturer and Coordinator of EEE Department; Faculty Members, students and staffs of the department were present in the seminar.

Institute of Research and Training (IRT) of Southeast University (SEU) organized presentation sessions on “Research Proposals” and “Draft Final Reports” on 31 May 2018 at SEU Conference room, Banani, Dhaka. Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Hon’ble Vice Chancellor of SEU chaired the session.



Ms. Madiha Khan and Mr. Shohidul Islam of Economics department presented their draft final reports focusing on Health Economics and Micro Credit issues consecutively. Likewise, a total of five new proposals were presented by five principal investigators from different departments of SEU. Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Adviser of BoT, SEUT and Head of Executive Committee (EC), IRT gave his valuable suggestions and comments on the Research Proposals and Final Reports. Maj Gen (Retd) Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed, Registrar of SEU; Prof Dr. Abu Taher, Dean of Southeast Business School; Dr. Sohela Mustari, Director of IRT; members of Executive Committee of IRT and 12 panel of experts from different departments were present at the presentation sessions and gave their valuable comments and suggestions.

Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering (EEE) of Southeast University (SEU) organized a program titled “Iftar Mahfil and Islamic Quiz Contest 2018” on 31 May 2018. The program includes reciting the Holy Quran (1-30 para) on that day by the students, faculty members and officers of the department and organizing a quiz contest on islamic general knowledge. After the Asr prayer, a discussion session on significance of the Holy Ramadan was organized. Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Hon'ble Vice Chancellor of SEU was present in that session as the distinguished discussant. In his speech, he highlighted the importance and significance of the Holy month of Ramadan. Besides, he distributed prizes among the winners of the Islamic Quiz, Qirat, Azan and Hamd/Na't contests of the year 2017 and 2018.



In the Iftar Mahfil, Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Adviser of BoT, Prof. Syed Fakhrul Hassan, Dean, School of Science and Engineering and Dr. Engr. Muhibul Haque Bhuyan, Chairman,EEE Department were present. More than two hundred and fifty existing students, twenty five alumni students, faculty members and staffs of the Tejgaon Permanent Campus participated in the program.

Final year students Thesis Grand Jury of Department of Architecture took place in Seminar Hall, Permanent Campus, Tejgaon from 12 to 14 May, 2018. Grand Jury is the biggest occasion of Architecture department and passing students got peer group recognition from external jurors. The jury was consists of Architects from academics and professional body and final year students showed their caliber exercising practical projects. Through the grand thesis jury thirty five students of Architecture department have fulfilled the major criterion to be a professional architect. Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Hon'ble VC of Southeast University, Eminent Architects like Bashirul Haq, Shah Alam Zahiruddin, Rafiq Azam, Jalal Ahmed, Dewan Shamsul Arif and renowned academics Dr. Jasmin Ara Begum, A.B.M. Mahbubul Malik, Prof. Mir Ashrafur Reza, Dr. Shehzad Zahir, Sujaul Islam and more than twenty jurors were present during three days of jury.

Southeast University (SEU) signed MoU with Tejgaon College on 14th May 2018 at Tejgaon College, Dhaka. Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of SEU signed on behalf of Southeast University and Prof. Mohammad Abdur Rashid, Principal of Tejgaon College signed on behalf of his institution.



Ms. Deepti Sarkar, Assistant Director, Department of Admission & Promotion of SEU & Ms. Razia Kamal, Lecturer, Department of Architecture were present on behalf of Southeast University. Prof. S. A. Faruk Ahmed, Chairman (Acting) & Ms. Nowrin Sazzad Brishty, Lecturer, Department of Theatre and Media Studies, Tejgaon College were present on behalf of their College. This MoU will be mutually beneficial for both the parties. They will be able to exchange faculty members as resource persons for knowledge sharing. Students of Tejgaon College will get the opportunity for admission in certain disciplines of SEU. Students of Tejgaon College can also participate in various programs of different clubs of SEU. The MOU will remain effective for five years and may be renewed with the consent of both the parties.

A seminar on “Budget 2018-19: Addressing the Problems of Poverty and Inequality” jointly organized by the Department of Economics and Southeast Business School (SBS) was held on 3 June 2018 at the Banani Seminar Hall of Southeast University. Mr. M. A. Mannan, MP, Hon'ble State Minister for Finance and Planning, Government of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh was present as the Chief Guest at the seminar. The seminar was chaired by the Vice Chancellor of Southeast University, Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin while Dr. Salehuddin Ahmed, Professor of BRAC Business School and Former Governor of Bangladesh Bank was present as Special Guest.



Key not paper was presented by Prof. Dr. M A Hakim, Director of IQAC, Southeast University. Among others Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Representative Member of BoT; Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Adviser of BoT; Maj Gen (Retd) Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed, Registrar of SEU; Deans; Chairmen; Directors; Faculty members; Officials and students attended the program.

Southeast University (SEU), Bangladesh and Yunnan University of Finance and Economics (YUFE), China signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on 30th May 2018 in order to extend mutual academic cooperation. Under the MoU, SEU students, faculty members and staffs will get opportunities to exchange the information to development in teaching, student and research. SEU students will also get opportunity to study and conduct research.



Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Representative Member of BoT, SEUT; Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor, SEU; Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Adviser, BoT, SEUT; Maj Gen (Retd) Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed, Registrar, SEU were present on behalf of Southeast University and Mr. GUOXING JIN, Director, International Students Education & Administration Office; Mr. WANG RONGDANG, Director of International Cooperation & Exchange Office; Mr. MAOGUANG GE, Director, Finance Office were present on behalf of their university. Among others Deans and senior officials from both the universities graced the occasion with their presence.

Department of Branding, Communication and Public Relations (BCPR) of Southeast University (SEU) organized a workshop titled “Citizen Journalism” on 30 May 2018 at the Seminar Hall, Banani, Dhaka. The workshop aimed to aware the SEU students to be the active part of society by using digital platforms facebook, youtube, instagram etc. Selected 80 students from different departments of Southeast University registered and participated in the workshop.



The first part of the workshop was conducted by Mr. Farabi Hafiz, Senior Journalist of Channel 24. He described the details about different aspects of Citizen Journalism. Students were very participative in the session and shown great interest throughout the workshop by asking different questions to the resource person.



In the second part of the workshop certificates were awarded to the participants. Certificates were handed over by Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Hon'ble Representative Member of BoT, SEUT and Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Hon’ble Vice Chancellor of SEU. Among others, Mr. Mohammad Imtiaj, Director of BCPR and officials of relevant department were also present in the workshop.

Subashis Roy, bowler of Bangladesh National Cricket Team and currently representing Sylhet Division in first-class cricket, also the member of BPL Chittagong Vikings Team and a listed player in Bangladesh (A) Cricket Team recently admitted at Department of Bangla Language and Literature of Southeast University (SEU). He is a right-handed batsman and right-arm fast medium bowler.



Roy made his first-class debut for Sylhet Division on 10 November 2007 and came into limelight by taking seven wickets against Barisal Division. He was a member of Bangladesh Under-19 squad for home series against Sri Lanka U-19s and took five wickets which helped Bangladesh to win the series.

Southeast University (SEU) signed MoU with Madaripur Textile Engineering Institute on 15 May 2018 at SEU Main Building, Banani, Dhaka. Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of SEU signed on behalf of Southeast University and Mr. Md. Liquat Ali Sardar, Principal of Madaripur Textile Engineering Institute signed on behalf of his institution.

Prof. Syed Fakhrul Hassan, Dean, School of Science and Engineering and Dr. A.N.M Ahmed Ullah, Associate Professor, Department of Textile Engineering were present on behalf of Southeast University. This MoU will be mutually beneficial for both theparties. They will be able to exchange faculty members as resource persons for knowledge sharing. Students of Madaripur Textile Engineering Institute will get the opportunity for admission in certain disciplines of SEU. The MoU will be effective for five years and may be renewed with the consent of both the parties.

A discussion program on ‘Overview of the significance of holy Ramadan’ and iftar mahfil was held on 28 May 2018 at Seminar Hall of Southeast University (SEU). Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of SEU was the Chief Discussant while Maj Gen (Retd) Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed, Registrar of SEU delivered the welcome speech. Chief Discussant told that this month teaches us to be real human beings. He thanked all for making such a gathering for seeking blessings of the Almighty. He also discussed about the responsibilities of the Muslims and the importance of Ramadan in details and requested all to be the real servants of Almighty Allah.



Among others, Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Representative Member of BoT; Mr. Osman Gani Kanchon, Member of SAF; Adviser, BoT; Registrar; Deans; Chairmen; Directors; Faculty members and Officials participated in the program with high enthusiasm. Finally the Doa was conducted by Dr. Mohammad Faruque, Chairman, Department of Islamic Studies, SEU.

Southeast Business School (SBS) Bulletin Committee formally handed over the Bulletin titled SBS@info.com to Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Hon’ble Representative, BoT, SEU Trust and Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Hon’ble Vice Chancellor, SEU. This bulletin published by SBS contains useful information about the events and activities that occurred in Spring Semester, 2018. The bulletin is intended to be published each semester throughout the year. The SBS aims at providing modern business education with academic excellence and professional expertise adorned with moral height and making substantial contribution to meet the growing needs of knowledgeable and skilled business graduates in the corporate world. The bulletin intends to encourage students, faculty members and all stakeholders to engage into various activities that adds value to SBS.

Patrons of the bulletin are Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury and Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin. The adviser of the SBS Bulletin committee is Prof. Dr. Md. Abu Taher, Dean & Director (MBA Program). The members of SBS Bulletin Committee are Dr. Rezbin Nahar (Convener), Mr. M. Abdullah Al Mamun (Member Secretary), Ms. Afreen Ahmed Hasnain, Ms. Tahsin Farzana Jisun and Mr. Tawfeeq Hasan.

Orientation Program of the newly admitted students of MBA program of Summer Semester 2018 under the Southeast Business School (SBS) held on 24 May 2018 at the Seminar Hall, SEU Main Building, Banani, Dhaka. Maj Gen (Retd) Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed, Registrar of SEU welcomed newly enrolled students. He discussed about rules, regulations and facilities of the University. Hon’ble Vice Chancellor of SEU Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin presided over the session while Mr. Syed Nurul Islam, CEO & Chairman, Well Group of Industries was present at the program as Chief Guest.



Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Adviser of BoT attended the program as Special Guest. Among others, Prof. Dr. Md. Abu Taher, Dean, SBS and Director of MBA Program, Faculty members, officials of SEU, newly enrolled students and their guardians were present in the program. The program ended by the vote of thanks from Prof. Dr. Mujibul Haque, Southeast Business School.

He showed the participants how this sources help a researcher to find his or her required document as well as he showed how a researcher analysis a journal article for assessing its impact factor. Lastly, a short speech on usage technique of e-resources which are available in Southeast Campus area was given by Mr. Md. Mubassir Ahsan, Assistant Librarian, (Library-In Charge) of Southeast University.

E-resource Training Session by Publisher entitled “Following the research workflow using Elsevier’s tools” organized by Southeast University (SEU) Library in co-ordination with Elsevier on 24 May 2018. More than one hundred Faculty members were attended the training program. An overall presentation on Scopus, ScienceDirect and Mendeley was delivered by Mr. Vishal Gupta, Customer Consultant (South Asia).



He showed the participants how this sources help a researcher to find his or her required document as well as he showed how a researcher analysis a journal article for assessing its impact factor. Lastly, a short speech on usage technique of e-resources which are available in Southeast Campus area was given by Mr. Md. Mubassir Ahsan, Assistant Librarian, (Library-In Charge) of Southeast University.

Freshers’ Reception & Orientation Program of the newly admitted students of BBA program of Summer Semester 2018 under the Southeast Business School (SBS) held on 22 May 2018 at the Seminar Hall, SEU Main Building, Banani, Dhaka.



Maj Gen (Retd) Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed, Registrar of SEU welcomed newly enrolled students. He discussed about rules, regulations and facilities of the University. Hon’ble Vice Chancellor of SEU Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin chaired the session while Mr. Muhammad Munir Chowdhury, Director General of Anti-Corruption Commission was present at the program as Chief Guest.

Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Hon'ble Representative of BoT, SEUT was the Guest of Honor. Squadron Leader (Retd) Ashraful Ahsan Khan, Principle (Acting), Cambrian School & College, Dhaka attended the program as Special Guest. Among others, Prof. Dr. Md. Abu Taher, Dean of SBS, Faculty members, officials of SEU, newly enrolled students and their guardians were present in the program. The program ended by the vote of thanks from Dr. Rezbin Nahar, Director of BBA program.

Freshers’ Reception & Orientation Program of the newly admitted students of Summer Semester 2018 under the School of Arts & Social Sciences of Southeast University (SEU) held on 21 May 2018 at the Seminar hall, SEU Main Building, Banani, Dhaka.


Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Hon’ble Vice Chancellor of SEU chaired the session while Prof. Mustafa K. Mujeri, PhD, Executive Director, Institute for Inclusive Finance and Development (InM) was present at the program as Chief Guest. Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Hon'ble Representative of BoT, SEUT was the Guest of Honor and Lt. Col Md Akhtar Iqbal, afwc, psc, Engrs, Principal, Birsrestha Munshi Abdur Rouf Public College attended the program as Special Guest.

Prof. Dr. Md. Abdul Hakim, Director of IQAC of SEU welcomed newly enrolled students. Prof. Dr. AKM Waliul Islam, Dean of School of Arts & Social Sciences introduced respective faculty members to the students. Among others, Chairman of different departments, faculty members, officials of SEU, newly enrolled students and their guardians were also present in the program.

Southeast University (SEU) won the championship of 3rd International Business Genius Bangladesh 2018 in “Group Debate & Multimedia Presentation” jointly organized by Bangladesh Debate Warriors and Ideal Commerce College held on 15 & 16 May at Ideal Commerce College, Farmgate, Dhaka. Md. Al Mamun Sany, Rohan Rehman, Ashraful Alam and Pavel Rojario were the participants from Southeast University.


Md. Al Mamun Sany won the Bangladesh Debate Warriors Best Organizers Award. Mr. Mohammad Abdullah Al Mamun, Asst. Professor of Southeast Business School also attended the program and conducted a workshop on “Preparation for Current Job Market”. Congratulations to Team Southeast University.

Freshers’ Reception & Orientation Program of the newly admitted students of Summer Semester 2018 under the School of Science & Engineering (SSE) of Southeast University (SEU) held on 20 May 2018 in the Seminar hall at its Permanent Campus, Tejgaon, Dhaka.


Maj Gen (Retd) Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed, Registrar of SEU welcomed newly enrolled students. He discussed about rules, regulations and facilities of the University. Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Hon’ble Vice Chancellor of SEU chaired the session while Engr. Mr. M Shamsuzzaman, CIP, Managing Director of Microfibre Group was present at the program as the Chief Guest. Engr. Mr. Md. Khalilur Rahman, Principal, Ahsanullah Institute of Technical and Vocational Education and Training (AITVET) attended the program as Special Guest. He inspired the students to make best use of their University life. Prof. Syed Fakhrul Hassan, Dean of School of Science & Engineering introduced respective faculty members to the students.

Among others, Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Advisor of Board of Trustees, Chairman of different departments, Mr. Wahid Hossain Siddiquey, Chief Coordinator of BoT, faculty members, officials of SEU, newly enrolled students and their guardians were also present in the program.

Students of the Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering (EEE) and Computer Science and Engineering of Southeast University (SEU) participated in World Telecommunication and Information Society Day (WTISD) 2018 program on 17 May 2018 held at Osmani Memorial Hall, Dhaka. Ten students of EEE Department and six students of CSE Department started their journey by bus for the Auditorium at Abdul Gani Road at around 9:45 am in the morning from SEU Tejgaon Permanent Campus led by Dr. Engr. Muhibul Haque Bhuyan, Chairman of EEE Department.

This year the main theme of this day was “Enabling the positive use of Artificial Intelligence for All”. They day is observed on 17 May every year by the member countries of the International Telecommunication Union (ITU). It is to be mentioned that Bangladesh is the council member of ITU. The program was organized by the Post and Telecommunications Division under the Ministry of Post, Telecommunicationsand Information Technology. The Chief Guest of the program was the Minister of the same ministry Mr. Mostafa Jabber. The program was presided over by Mr. Saiful Islam, Additional Secretary of the same ministry. After the inauguration program there was seminar on artificial intelligence. Four key-note speakers presented their papers on AI in the seminar that was conducted by TIM Nurul Kabir. All the student participants of the seminar received certificates.

Nature and Environmental club of Southeast University (SEU) organized an awareness buildup campaign and member collecting initiatives during the Boisakhi mela on 17 April at SEU Permanent Campus, Tejgaon, Dhaka. Members of the Club took initiative to motivate and encourage other students to clean the whole campus during the event using trash cans designed by the Architecture department.

There were some banners to motivate people regarding different nature and environment related issues. They also distributed badges among existing and new student members. Mr. Pavel Sarker , President of SEU nature and environment club Presented Club badge to the Moderator Jubaida Gulshan Ara and Asst. Moderator Latifa Sultana Liza.

The 13th Syndicate Meeting of Southeast University (SEU) held in the Conference Room at its Banani Campus on 16 May 2018. Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Hon’ble Vice Chancellor of SEU chaired the meeting while Mr. Harun-Ar-Rashid Khan, Hon’ble Member Secretary of Board of Trustees, SEU Trust, Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Hon’ble Representative Member of Board of Trustees, SEU Trust, Prof. Meer Mobashsher Ali, Treasurer (Acting) of SEU, Prof. Dr. AKM Waliul Islam, Dean, School of Arts & Social Sciences, Prof. Syed Fakhrul Hassan, Dean of School of Science & Engineering and Maj Gen (Retd) Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed, Registrar of SEU, attended the meeting. Among others, Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Adviser of BoT, Mr. Md. Wadud Ahmed, Director of Finance, Mr. Mofazzal Hossain, Controller of Examinations and Major Asifur Rahman Mahi (Retd), Deputy Registrar (HR) were also present in the meeting.

Southeast University (SEU) is organizing a six day-long Admission Carnival for Summer Semester 2018 begins from 15 May 2018 at Banani Main Campus. Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of SEU inaugurated the Program in presence of Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Representative Member of BoT; Registrar; Deans; Chairpersons; Teachers; Officials and Students of SEU. The Admission Carnival will continue up to May 20, 2018 from 09:00 am to 5:00 pm every day. Attractive gift will be given during the event. In the Admission Carnival students will get valuable information & advice of different career plan from experienced faculty members of SEU and Career counselor.

Southeast University (SEU) won the championship by defeating International University of Business Agriculture and Technology (IUBAT) by 6-0 goals in the final match of Wings Uni Futsal 2018 held on 7 May.




Three goals (hat-trick) were scored by BBA student Tuhin, two goals by Mansur Hillaj and the one goal by Ismail.




In the semi-final SEU defeated North South University (SEU) by 2-0 goals and qualified for the final. This year the game was arranged at the Mirpur Indoor Stadium. Congratulations to Team Southeast University.

Mr. Shahriar Manzoor, Chairman and Assistant Professor of CSE Department, Southeast University (SEU) recently attended “ACM International Collegiate Programming Contest World Finals (ACM ICPC)” held on 15 to 19 April 2018 in Beijing, China as a Judge. It is an annual multi-tiered competitive programming competition among the universities of world.

World Finals Judges are the persons who are responsible for preparing the “problem set” for the ACM ICPC World Finals. Each year many people submit problems for the World Finals and judges are selected from the people who submit problems. Mr. Manzoor is serving as a judge of the World Finals since 2003. He is also serving as the judging director of ACM ICPC Dhaka Regional Contest since 2004. He has set problems for regional contests in Europe, Thailand, Myanmar, China and Malaysia, as well.

Dr. Al-Sakib Khan Pathan, Associate Professor of CSE Department and Additional Director of the Institutional Quality Assurance Cell of Southeast University (SEU) recently attended the “13th International Conference of Programming and Systems” held on 24-26 April 2018 at Algiers, Algeria to deliver a Keynote Speech. The topic of his speech was “Defending Against Common Cyber Attacks: Phishing and Cross-Site Scripting”.

The lecture focused about phishing which is one of the most common cyber attacks that the social engineers use to trick the users to reveal their confidential information. While various types of security schemes and Intrusion Detection Systems (IDSs) may be employed to mitigate other types of cyber-attacks, phishing cannot be thwarted only by using those, even if the techniques are sophisticated. His speech also aimed to explore how the major portion of these types of attacks could be thwarted or mitigated just by observing some precautions while interacting in the cyberspace.

Ms. Razia Kamal, Lecturer, Architecture Department of Southeast University (SEU) has written a research paper on Sustainable development which has been accepted at CUTE-2018.She was invited to attend the conference and present the paper in the “2nd International Conference on Sustainable Development of Civil, Urban and Transportation Engineering” (CUTE-2018) which took place on April 17-19, 2018 at Ton Duc Thang University, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam.




She took this opportunity to be there and present her paper in-front of the practitioners and researchers globally came from different parts of the world such as Iraq, Algeria, Malaysia, France, Germany, India, Taiwan, Korea and China.




Her research paper on sustainable development is published at IOP Science Conference Website on earth and environmental series. In addition, abstract of her research paper is published in the hard copy.




She got a great opportunity to build her community and share her ideas with International Professors, Academicians and Researchers across globally, represented Bangladesh and Southeast University in an International platform.

Southeast University (SEU) became one of the participants and venue partner in the Inter University Public Speaking Competition organized by IDOL FOCUS. The 1st round of the competition held in Engineer’s Institute on 24th March, 2018 with more than 100 participants. The 2nd and 3rd round of the event held in the Permanent Campus of SEU on 30th March, 2018. The Grand Finale of the event was also held in the same premises with top 10 finalists on 7th April, 2018. Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Honorable Vice Chancellor of Southeast University graced the event as the President of the Ceremony. Ayman Sadiq, Founder of 10 Minutes School, an online based educational channel, enlightened the Grand Finale as the Keynote Speaker. The judge panel consisting of Monirul Islam Rony, Vice President of United Commercial Bank Ltd), Md Alamgir Bhuyan, Associate Professor and System Administrator of IUBAT, and Biplob Kanti Das , Founder of IDOL FOCUS made the event successful one.




10 students of Southeast University, from the Departments of English, Textile and CSE, participated in the competition under the supervision of Sharmin Sultana Mitu, Senior Lecturer, Department of English and Moderator, Language and Literature Club. Out of them, six qualified for the second round, then, 3 qualified for the 3rd round and finally, 1 student namely Kamrunnahar Sayma from the Department of English qualified for the Grand Finale and secured the 5th position among the top 10.




The Grand Finale started with the performance of the top 10 participants and was followed by a grand Cultural Program. The program ended with the declaration of the winners and the prize money handed over by the President of the Ceremony.

A Debate Workshop organized by Southeast University Debate Club (SEUDC) held on 21st March 2018 in the Seminar Hall, Banani, Dhaka. Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of Southeast University chaired the workshop while Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Honorable Representative Member of BoT was present as the Chief Guest. Two renowned former debaters Ms. Nabila Nowshin, Assistant Secretary, Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Mr. Galib Ibn Anwarul Azim, Program Officer, UN Capital Development Fund were the resource persons of the workshop. The workshop aimed at teaching the techniques of debate to the students. Ms. Madiha Khan, Moderator of SEUDC delivered her welcome address and Mr. Kazi Parvez Jibon, Assistant Moderator of SEUDC represented the activities of the club to the audience.

Department of Economics of Southeast University (SEU) organized a Meeting with Students and Prize Distribution Ceremony among the winners of Essay Competition on the occasion of Independence Day on 23 April 2018.




Prof. Dr. A. K. M. Waliul Islam, Dean, SASS inaugurated the program and gave his valuable speech. Dr. M. A. Hakim, Professor, Dept. of Economics & Director of IQAC shared his knowledge and experiences with the students. Dr. Kazi Tanvir Mahmud, Chairman, Department of Economics also addressed the students in his motivational speech. The program was concluded with the distribution of prizes among the winners. Faculty members and students of the department also participated in the program with enthusiasm.

Southeast Business School (SBS) of Southeast University (SEU) organized a seminar on “Career Opportunities and Challenges for Finance Graduates” on 11 April 2018 in the Seminar Hall, Main Building Banani, Dhaka. Professor Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Honorable Vice Chancellor of SEU chaired the seminar while Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Honorable Representative Member of BOT, SEU Trust was present as the Chief Guest. Welcome speech was delivered by Prof. Dr. Md. Abu Taher, Dean of Southeast Business School. Mr. Quazi Osman Ali, Managing Director & CEO, Social Islami Bank Ltd. was Keynote Speaker of the Seminar. He highlighted the job opportunities for finance graduates especially in the Banking sector and shared his personal mantra for being successful.




Dr. M Mujibul Haque, Professor, SBS, SEU and Mr. M A Faisal Mahmud, Assistant Vice President, Head of Alternative Markets, LankaBangla Asset Management Company Ltd. were panel discussants at the seminar. Prof. Dr. M Mujubul Haque encouraged students to pursue Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) program for being competent to work around the world. Mr. Mahmud focused on the current skills needed to work in Capital Market related organizations. After the discussion session, Question and Answer session took place involving the students and guests. The Seminar was moderated by Mr. Dr.Kazi Mohammad Tarique, Assistant Professor, SBS. He concluded the seminar with thanks to all for participating in this valuable seminar. Among others, students, and faculty members of Southeast Business School were also present in the seminar.

Electrical and Electronic Engineering (EEE) Department of Southeast University (SEU) organized EEE Festival 2018 on 21 April 2018 at its Permanent Campus, Tejgaon, Dhaka. The program stared at 10:00 am by the inaugurating speech of the Chairman of EEE Department Prof. Dr. Engr. Muhibul Haque Bhuyan. Prof. Syed Fakhrul Hassan, Dean, School of Science and Engineering gave his speech as Guest of Honor while Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Honorable Representative Member of BoT gave his speech as the Chief Guest. In his speech, the chief guest briefly explained vision, mission and goal of the university and also told the recent progresses of the university. Then trophies of recently held football tournament were distributed among the champions and runner-up team captains with the presence of Honorable Vice-Chancellor who finally gave his speech as the Chair of the program. In his speech, he told the students about organizing such events in regular internal to refresh their minds. He also emphasized to the students to disseminate the development and progresses of the university and their department outside the campus. He also stressed the need for quality education in the university.




After the inaugural session, a colorful cultural program was performed by the students and ‘Icche Band’. After that two electronics projects were demonstrated and explained by two groups of students guided by Mehedi Azad Shawon, Coordinator of EEE Department. At the end, there was a DJ show performed by DJ Tisha. Among others faculty members, existing students, alumni and staffs of EEE Department participated in the day-long festival.

Department of Career & Professional Development Services (CPDS) of Southeast University (SEU) organized the closing ceremony of the training ‘Embedding Top-UP IT Training & ITES Foundation Skills’ on 23 April 2018 at VC Conference Room, Banani, Dhaka. The training was supported by ICT Ministry of Bangladesh in collaboration with LICT project of Bangladesh Computer Council.




Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Hon’ble Vice Chancellor of SEU chaired the session while Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Representative Member, Board of Trustees, SEU Trust was the guest of honor. Mr. Md. Jamal Uddin , Deputy Director, CPDS delivered the welcome speech and inaugurated the session. Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Advisor of BoT, Maj Gen (Retd.) Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed, Registrar of SEU, Mr. Mohammad Imtiaj, Director, BCPR, Mr. Surya Sasthry (Consultant & Business Advisory Services, LICT) & Mr. Moin (Coordinator, LICT) were present at the closing ceremony.




Total 14 students from CSE and EEE department completed the one year training program of the LICT Project. The graduated students received the prestigious certificate, authorized by George Washington University, USA.

A seminar on “Career Prospects and Opportunities of Supply Chain Management” organized by Southeast Business School (SBS) of Southeast University held on 19 April 2018 in the Seminar Hall, Banani, Dhaka. Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of Southeast University inaugurated the seminar while Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Hon’ble Representative of the Board of Trustees, Southeast University Trust was the Chief Guest . Prof. Dr. A.F.M Mafizul Islam, Advisor, BoT also was present. Welcome speech was delivered by Prof. Dr. Md. Abu Taher, Dean, Southeast Business School. The seminar was coordinated by Ms. Shamima Akter & Ms. Farzana Akter, Lecturers, SBS, SEU. Vote of thanks was given by Dr. Rezbin Nahar, Director of BBA Program, SEU.




Mr. Ejazur Rahman, Managing Director, Mind Mapper Bangladesh, CEO, ISCEA-Asia, Management Consultant, Sensei, was the Keynote Speaker. Engr. Mr. Sk. Waresul Habib, Chief Operating Officer, PRAN Group & Mr. Tajuddin Ahmed, Faculty, School of Business & Economics, North South University were discussants in the seminar.




Speakers of the seminar mainly focused on how to prepare for future career in the field of Supply Chain Management what challenges they can face in future, how they can compete in job market. More than 120 students of BBA among them SCM major students and the prospective students who will take major in upcoming semesters were present in the seminar. Certificates were also given to the students.

Students of Cost Accounting and Intermediate Accounting: Section 10 (Spring 2018) of Southeast Business School (SBS) visited the “Purbachal Apparel Ltd” on 19 April, 2018. This visit helped the Students to observe the segmentation of operations of garments factory - from storing to producing finished goods, to have guidelines from some key personnel on business strategy, product innovation, export import rules, time management, corporate governance and overall costing and reporting procedure.




This visit also motivated the students in regards of entrepreneurship and leadership ideas. They also learnt about the entrepreneurial challenges, trend and areas of innovation in order to compete, survive and grow in the business domain. The program was moderated by the course instructor Ms. Afroza Sultana, Lecturer, Southeast Business School.

Career & Professional Development Services (CPDS), Southeast University organized a seminar on “Higher Studies and Scholarship Opportunities: UK, USA, Canada, Australia and New Zealand” on 16 April 2018 at SEU Seminar Hall, Banani. Mr. Mosharraf Khan Yaafi, Country Manager, IDP Education Bangladesh Pvt Ltd, Mr. Alim, IDP Education Bangladesh Pvt Ltd were the resource persons of the seminar. The seminar aimed to educate the SEU students about the higher studies and scholarship opportunities at the universities of the western countries. The speakers inspired the students to groom themselves so that they can take the opportunity and go abroad for higher studies.




Honorable Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin inaugurated the seminar by thanking the resource persons from IDP for coming to Southeast to inform and encourage students for higher studies abroad. Registrar Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed, SPP, psc (Retd) and Deputy Director, Md. Jamal Uddin were also present at the seminar. A good number of students attended the seminar and more than 50 students did one to one consultation with the 5 consultants nominated from each country. The seminar ended with the vote of thanks from Ms. Syeda Saadia Ameer, Assistant Director, CPDS.

Career & Professional Development Services (CPDS) hosted the Day 4 of the 4th International Youth Camp, organized by Workplace Skills Development Academy New Zealand (WSDA) on 12th April 2018 at the SEU Seminar Hall, Permanent Campus, Tejgaon, Dhaka.

Mr. Ahmed Bari, Vice President, Workplace Skills Development Academy New Zealand (WSDA), Mr. Bala Chandran Ramchandran, owner & Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of CSE Solutions, Malaysia, Mr. Piya Ratna, Youth Ambassador, Nepal, Dr. Selva Kumar, Malaysia, and Mr. Mohammad Sami, CEO, A K Logistics, Afghanistan were present as resource persons at the event.




Thirty five International participants from Afghanistan, Nepal, Malaysia, Korea, Somalia and New Zealand joined the event. A number of SEU local & international students also took the opportunity to join and learn from the sessions. Mr. Md. Jamal Uddin, Deputy Director, CPDS gave the welcome address, while Professor Dr. ANM Mesquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of SEU was present as the Chief Guest. In his Speech the Hon’ble VC welcomed the international participants at SEU. Prof Syed Fakhrul Hassan, Dean, School of Science & Engineering was also present at the event.

সাউথইস্ট বিশ্ববিদ্যালয় বাংলা নববর্ষ ১৪২৫ উপলক্ষ্যে তেজগাঁওস্থ স্থায়ী ক্যাম্পাসে ১৭ এপ্রিল ২০১৮ তারিখ দিনব্যাপী বর্ষবরণ উৎসবের আয়োজন করে। বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের উপাচার্য অধ্যাপক ড. এএনএম মেশকাত উদ্দীনের সভাপতিত্বে উৎসবে প্রধান অতিথি ছিলেন বোর্ড অব ট্রাস্টিজের সম্মানিত সদস্য এম. কামালউদ্দিন চৌধুরী।







নববর্ষ নিয়ে নিজেদের বাল্যকালের অনুভূতি ব্যক্ত করেন বিশেষ অতিথি বিশিষ্ট চলচ্চিত্র অভিনেতা রিয়াজ, অভিনেত্রী ঈশিতা এবং প্রাইম ব্যাংক ইনভেস্টমেন্ট লিমিটেডের ব্যবস্থাপনা পরিচালক তবারক হোসেন ভূঁইয়া ।




স্বাগত বক্তব্য রাখেন বিজ্ঞান ও প্রকৌশল অনুষদের ডিন অধ্যাপক সৈয়দ ফখরুল হাসান এবং ধন্যবাদ জ্ঞাপন করেন বাংলা ভাষা ও সাহিত্য বিভাগের চেয়ারম্যান ড. রকিবুল হাসান। এ সময় অন্যান্যের মধ্যে উপস্থিত ছিলেন বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের ইমেরিটাস অধ্যাপক ড. এম. শমশের আলী, বোর্ড অব ট্রাস্টিজের উপদেষ্টা অধ্যাপক ড. এএফএম মফিজুল ইসলাম, রেজিস্ট্রার, বিভিন্ন অনুষদের ডিন, বিভিন্ন বিভাগের চেয়ারম্যান, পরিচালক, শিক্ষক, কর্মকর্তা ও শিক্ষার্থীবৃন্দ।




মেলার অংশ হিসেবে বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের ক্লাব ও বিভিন্ন বিভাগ পান্তা-ইলিশ, পিঠা-পুলিসহ কয়েক ধরনের স্টল প্রদর্শন করে। পরিশেষে কালচারাল ক্লাবের আয়োজনে মনোজ্ঞ সাংস্কৃতিক অনুষ্ঠানের আয়োজন করা হয়।

SEU Movie & Drama Club arranged a Poster Inauguration Program in the name “SEU Actor Hunt 2018”. Poster was inaugurated by Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Hon’ble Vice Chancellor in presence of Prof. Dr. Md. Abdul Hakim, Dean, School of Arts and Social Sciences. Hon’ble VC urged all members of the club to actively take part in Club activities.

On the occasion of 120th anniversary of the legendary friendship between Rabindranath Tagore and Jagadish Chandra Bose, a two-days long international seminar on “Tagore-Bose: An Enduring Friendship” organized by the Rabindra Bharati Museum (Rabindra Bharati University) in collaboration with J C Bose Science Heritage Museum, Sir J C Bose Trust held on 27 and 28 March 2018 at Kolkata, India. On an invitation from Sir J C Bose Trustee Board and Rabindra Bharoti Museum, Jorasanko, Dr. M. Shamsher Ali, Professor Emeritus of Southeast University (SEU) gave a keynote speech on the topic "Rabindranather Biggyan Chetona, Dhayn O Sroshta Bondona" (Rabindranath's Science Mindedness, his Meditation and his Praises of the Creator) in the seminar.




The lecture covered poet Tagore’s science, consciousness, his study of nature, meditation and praises of the Creator. The lecture which spanned poems, music and literary analysis of Tagore was greatly admired by the audience consisting of very distinguished scholars in West Bengal. The speakers and commentators included amongst others Professor Palash Baran Pal, Emeritus Professor of Calcutta University; Professor Atri Mukhopadhyay, Dr. Partho Ghose, former Chairman of Satyajit Roy Film and Television Institute, Kolkata and Professor Parul Chakrabarti coordinator of Sir J C Bose Trust and Science heritage Museum.

Southeast Business School (SBS) of Southeast University (SEU) organized a seminar on “Career Opportunities for Marketing Graduates” on 29 March 2018 in the Seminar Hall, Main Building Banani, Dhaka. Professor Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of SEU chaired the seminar while Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Representative Member of BOT, SEU Trust attended as Chief Guest.




Welcome speech was delivered by Prof. Dr. Md. Abu Taher, Dean of Southeast Business School. Mr. Iqbal Bahar Zahid, Director & CEO, Optimax Communication Ltd. was Keynote Speaker of the Seminar. He highlighted the job opportunities for marketing graduates in Bangladesh. Dr. Mohammad Salek, Professor, SBS, SEU and Mr. Kazi Hafiz Al Hasan, Country Director, Singtel (BD) Ltd. were panel discussants at the seminar.




The Seminar was moderated by Mr. Tarafder Md. Mehedi Al-Masud, Senior Lecturer of SBS. He concluded the seminar with thanks to all for participating in this valuable seminar. Among others, students and faculty members of Southeast Business School also present in the seminar.

A workshop on ‘Public Speaking and Presentation Skills’ was organized by Career & Professional Development Services (CPDS), Southeast University on 11 April, 2018. The workshop aimed to educate the SEU students about the techniques and strategies of good presentations and become a skilled public speaker. More than 60 students from different departments of Southeast University participated in the workshop.




The first part of the workshop was conducted by Mr. Md. Jamal Uddin, Deputy Director, CPDS. He explained about different structures through which a person can speak in public. The second part of the workshop was about presentation skills. Mr. Md. Jahangir Nobi, Head of HR, Kazi IT Center Ltd conducted the second part of the session. He explained different nitty-gritty of a presentation which makes a simple presentation into a charismatic. Students enjoyed and learned a lot from both the sessions and have shown great interest throughout the workshop. Certificates were distributed to the registered students who participated in the workshop.

Southeast Business School (SBS) has organized a seminar on “Internship Report Writing Guidelines” on March 20, 2018 at 2 pm in the Seminar Hall of Main Building, Banani, Dhaka. Dr. Md. Abu Taher, Dean of SBS was Chief Guest of the seminar. Dr. Rezbin Nahar, Asst. Professor, SBS has delivered welcome address. Along with Dr. Rezbin Nahar two other speakers Ms. Sharmeen Akter, Lecturer, SBS and Ms. Arifa Akter, Lecturer, SBS provided guidelines to the students on making proposal and constructing internship report. An elaborated discussion was held on main parts of an internship report including background, objectives, literature review, developing hypothesis, research methods, sample analysis, data collection, processing & analysis, conclusion with policy implication, referencing and bibliography preparation.

Southeast Business School (SBS) has organized a seminar on “Employability Skills in Job Market” for MBA students on April 08, 2018 at 7pm in the Seminar Hall of Main Building, Banani, Dhaka. Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Hon’ble Representative of the Board of Trustees, Southeast University Trust was present as the chief Guest of the seminar. Professor Dr. Md. Abu Taher, Dean, Southeast Business School delivered welcome address to the students. Professor Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Hon’ble Vice Chancellor, Southeast University was present as the session chair.




Dr. Rezbin Nahar, Director (BBA Program) acted as the moderator of the program. Keynote Speaker of the technical session was Mr. Nazmul Hossain Shahin, Head of HR, Genex Infosys Ltd. Designated discussants of the technical session were Mr. Md. Mahbubur Rahman , Head of Human Resources, DHL Global Forwarding, Mr. Mohammad Morad Hossain, Senior GM-HR, Admin & Compliance, Elite Paint & Chemical Industries Ltd., and Mr. Md. Mostofa Jaman, Head of Training and Development, Genex Infosys Ltd.




They discussed on employability skills in current job market and also provided many career related advices in a comprehensive Q&A session. This interactive session brings flexibility and convenience in learning by creating bridge between academia and industry. Most of the speakers highlighted the development of soft skills as well as technical skills to excel in the job market at national and international level. This type of program helps to strengthen the collaboration between academia and corporate world.

Dr. Farhana Ferdousi, Assistant Professor of Southeast Business School (SBS) of Southeast University (SEU) attended a daylong Conference on "Accountability in Bangladesh: Issues & Debates" organized by Independent University, Bangladesh (IUB) on March 29, 2018.




The paper titled “Role of Human Resource Accountability and Employee Psychological Contract in Determining Employee Job Behavior” was presented jointly with Prof. Dr. Nadim Jahangir, School of Business of IUB.




The study provided a conceptual framework on how to establish human resource accountability in workplace and what role it might play in determining appropriate work behavior through the mediating role of psychological contract.

Southeast University (SEU) Entrepreneurship and Business Research class (Spring 2018) of Southeast Business School (SBS) conducted a field experiencing visit to the “6th National SME Fair” on April 5, 2018 at Bangabandhu International Convention Center (BICC). Students have observed the different kinds of businesses in the fair, investigated the issues regarding the sources of entrepreneurial ideas and motivation, start-up capital, know-how and support for starting the venture.




They also have learned about the entrepreneurial challenges, trend and areas of innovation in order to compete, survive and grow in the business domain. The program was moderated by the course instructor Dr. Farhana Ferdousi, Assistant Professor, SBS and moderator, Business Innovation Forum. Volunteers from Business Innovation Forum also provided assistance throughout the visit.

Institute of Research & Training (IRT) of Southeast University (SEU) organized a Certificate Giving Ceremony for the participants of “Advanced STATA” program held on 5 April, 2018 at the Seminar Hall, Main Building, Banani, Dhaka. A total number of 20 Faculty members from different departments received certificates for their successful completion of 10 weeks long “Advanced STATA” program.




Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of SEU chaired the program while Mr. M. kmaluddin Chowdhury, Representative member of the BoT, SEU Trust attended the program as Chief Guest.




Dr. Sohela Mustari, Director of IRT delivered the Welcome Speech. Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Adviser of BoT was the Special Guest and Dr. Kazi Tanvir Mahmud, Asst. Professor & Chair, Department of Economics was present at the program as discussant. Among others, Maj Gen (Retd.) Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed, Registrar of SEU, Dr. Rezbin Nahar, Director of BBA Program, Syed Abdulla Al Mamun, member of Executive Committee, IRT and participants of the training program were also present at the program.

The Department of English of Southeast University has organized a seminar on “English Language Teaching in Sustainable Women Development: An Evidence from Bangladesh” held on 5 April, 2018. The presenter was Ms. Homayra Binte Bahar, Senior Lecturer, Department of English. She has highlighted the issue of involving and empowering women in the learning of English language. Dr. Kazi Tanvir Mahmud, Chair and Assistant Professor, Department of Economics was present in the seminar as Chief Guest. Mr. Harunur Rashid Khan, Chair and Associate Professor, Department of English was present in the seminar as session chair. In their speeches, both of them have stressed the ideologies and practices of the society that demean women in developing their potentials. The program was attended by the faculty members of English department and students from Department of English and Economics. The audience has actively participated in the question-answer session. The seminar committee of English Department, Ms. Nahin Chowdhury, Ms. Adiba Murtaza and Mr. S. M. Razib Hassan, lecturers, English Department has worked in organizing the seminar.

A delegation from Russian Universities visited Southeast University (SEU) on 5 April 2018 to explore the possibilities of mutual cooperation with Southeast University. The three representatives were- Mr. Oleg Zyrianov, Director, Region Bangladesh from “Synergy University”; Ms. Anna Gorokhova, PhD, Deputy Rector for Educational Work from “Russian Linguistic University” and Dr. Anna Bannikova, PhD, DSc Director of the Institute of International Educational Programs from “The Saratov State Agrarian University”. Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Honorable Representative of the Board of Trustees, Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of SEU; Maj Gen (Retd) Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed, Registrar; Prof. Syed Fakhrul Hassan, Dean, School of Science and Engineering and Prof. Dr. Md. Abdul Hakim, Dean, School of Arts and Social Sciences were present during their visit.




All three of the delegates introduced their universities in front of the audience. Later after the presentation Honorable VC discussed about the areas on which we can be mutually benefited. Honorable VC also emphasized on young faculty members of Southeast University can take the opportunity of our mutual agreement and go for their PhD in those reputed universities of Russia. On the other hand Russian students can also come to our university to study English and Bangla language. Mr. Md. Jamal Uddin, Deputy Director, CPDS and Ms. Syeda Saadia Ameer, Assistant Director, CPDS were also present as the organizer of the meeting and greeted the Russian delegation with flowers and thanked them for coming to Southeast University and bid them farewell as well.

Recently, Ms Homayra Binte Bahar, Senior Lecture; Ms Sharifa Chowdhury, Lecturer and Ms Nuzhat Tazin Ahmed, Lecturer from the Department of English, Southeast University (SEU) have presented their research papers at the IER (Institute of Education and Research, University of Dhaka) National Conference on “Achieving Sustainable Development Goals in Bangladesh: Educational Responses, Challenges and Possibilities” held on 31st March – 1st April, 2018.




Ms Homayra Binte Bahar has presented her paper titled “English Language Teaching in Sustainable Women Development : An Evidence from Bangladesh” on 31st April, 2018.




Ms Sharifa Chowdhury has presented a paper jointly with Mr. Md. Nabinur Rahman, Lecturer, Department of English, Institute of Modern Language, University of Dhaka titled “Ensuring Quality Education through the Usage of ICT in English Classroom: Google Classroom at Tertiary Level” on 1st April, 2018 and Ms Nuzhat Tazin Ahmed has presented her paper titled “Inclusion of the Excluded Third Gender People in the Mainstream Education System of Bangladesh” on 1st April, 2018.Three of them have received certificates from the conference for their research paper presentation.

Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of Southeast University (SEU) attended a Farewell program for HSC candidates as a Chief Guest Organized by Gulshan College on 28 March 2018 in the seminar hall of college campus. Mr. Md. Altaf Hossain Faruk, Principal, Gulshan College chaired the Program while Mr. Mohammad Imtiaj, Director of Branding, Communication and Public Relations Department of SEU was present as special guest. Approximately 300 students were present in the program. Ms. Deepti Sarkar, Assistant Director, Office of the Admission & Promotion of SEU was responsible for coordinating the program. The event ended with a vote of thanks from the Chair.

Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of Southeast University (SEU) attended a Farewell program for HSC candidates as a Chief Guest Organized by Gulshan Commerce College on 27 March 2018 in the seminar hall of college campus. Mr. M A Kalam, Principal, Gulshan Commerce College chaired the Program. Professor Mohammad Muinuddin Khan, renowned educationist was also present there as a special guest. Mrs. Rownak Jahan, Lecturer, Dept. of English delivered speeches to the students.

Approximately 800 students were present in two sessions of the program, among them 350 were Female students and rest of them are male students. Ms. Deepti Sarkar, Assistant Director, Office of the Admission & Promotion of SEU was responsible for coordinating the program. The event ended with a vote of thanks from the Chair.

Career & Professional Development Services (CPDS), Southeast University (SEU) organized a workshop on ‘Career in ITES Industry’ on 28 March 2018 at SEU Seminar Hall, Banani, Dhaka. Mr. Johm Reidal, COO, Kazi IT Center Ltd. (KITC).




Mr. Quazi M. Ahmed, President, BOLD and Learning Advisor KITC; Mr. Jahangir Nobi, Head of HR, KITC were present as the trainer of the workshop. The workshop aimed to educate the SEU students about the ITES Industry and the prospect of it in context of Bangladesh. The speakers inspired the students to groom themselves so that they can take the opportunity to work and build their careers in this industry.




Hon’ble Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin and Registrar Maj Gen (Retd) Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed came to welcome KITC and said a few words to the students. Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Hon’ble Representative member of BOT met the KITC team and hoped that the relationship of SEU and KITC will be a long and fruitful one. Later there was an On Campus Recruitment test by Kazi IT Center Ltd. A total of 84 students and alumni participated in the test.

Career & Professional Development Services (CPDS), Southeast University (SEU) organized a two-day long training on ‘Excel Your Excel’ on 22 and 29 March 2018 at SEU Seminar Hall, Banani, Dhaka. Microsoft Excel has become an integral part of most business organizations across the world. MS Excel is used for various purposes by businesses. Thus many employers ask for Microsoft Excel skills in the candidate. Career & Professional Development Services (CPDS), is relentlessly working to develop the skill set for the students to improve their employability. As a part of their mission, CPDS arranged the workshop on excel. More than 100 students came to register for the workshop. But for the limitation of the computer lab, CPDs could not accommodate all. Thus the workshop was offered for the second time on popular demand of the students. In “Excel Your Excel” workshop the students learnt about formulas and techniques of Microsoft excel that is necessary for their professional life and increasing their employability.

Mr. Md. Anowar Hossain Fakir, Trainer & Lead Consultant at Training Bangla was the trainer of the workshop. The workshop was held at the BBA computer lab at room number 605, Main Campus, Banani. Certificates have been distributed to the participating students at the end of the workshop.

Southeast University (SEU) English Department organized a seminar on “A Contemplative Study on the Sense of Humor of the Contemporary Bangladeshi University Students” on 29 March, 2018. Mr. S. M. Razib Hassan, lecturer and coordinator, Department of English was the presenter of the seminar while Mr. Harunur Rashid Khan, chair and associate Professor was the session chair in the seminar. Among others faculty members and students of English department also participated.

Branding, Communication and Public Relations Department (BCPR) of Southeast University (SEU), in association with Department of Narcotics Control (DNC) and Asian TV and Asian Radio as broadcasting partner organized a Discussion Meeting and Antidrug Campaign titled “Drug-free Healthy Life” on 28 March 2018 at University Seminar Hall, Banani, Dhaka.

Md. Sanjay Kumar Chowdhury, Additional Director General, Department of Narcotics Control was the Chief Guest and Professor Dr. Arup Ratan Choudhury, senior consultant at the Department of Dentistry, BIRDEM was present as Chief Discussant. Major General (Retd) Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed, Registrar of SEU delivered the welcome speech. Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of SEU presided over the ceremony while Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Hon’ble Representative member of BOT; SEU Trust was present as Guest of Honor in the program. Mr. Toni Khan and Ms. Keka Ferdousi, world famous chefs attended the program as Special Guests. Among others, Deans of different Schools and Chairmen of different departments, teachers, officers & students of the University were also present in the program.

Southeast University (SEU) organized a Discussion Program and Cultural Event on the occasion of “98th Birth Anniversary of Father of the Nation Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman and Independence Day 2018” on 27 March at University Seminar Hall.

Famous Novelist Ms. Selina Hossain, Chairman, Bangladesh Shishu Academy was present in the program as the Chief Guest. The program was chaired by Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of SEU while Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Representative Member, Board of Trustees, SEU trust was the guest of honor. At the event Prof. Dr. Md. Abu Taher, Dean, SBS delivered his welcome speech and Maj Gen (Retd.) Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed, Registrar was present in the event as the special discussant. Among others Deans; Chairs; faculty members and officials along with a large number of students were present.




Special discussant of the program shared some of the true events of the liberation war. He advised SEU students to be good citizens in order to uphold the image of the nation. Dean of SBS of SEU in his welcoming speech, shared memories from his childhood during the liberation war.




Chief Guest described the liberation war of Bangladeshis as a matter of pride for our nation. She said that most of the people of the country participated as freedom fighters during our liberation war in 1971.




The formal session of the program ended with a closing note from the Vice chancellor of the University. Later a cultural event was organized where artists of the Southeast University Cultural Club performed. Earlier on March 26, the National Flag was hoisted along with the sunrise and then combined national music performed by SEU Cultural Club.

As a part of celebrating 47th Independence Day of Bangladesh, Southeast University (SEU) Cultural Club organized a National Anthem presentation program on 26 March 2018, in front of University Main Buiding, Banani, Dhaka. Maj Gen (Retd) Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed, Registrar of SEU; Mr. Mohammad Tarik-Al-Jalil, Deputy Secretary of BoT; Ms. Aliya Shahnoor Ameen, Asst. Professor, Department of English and Moderator of Cultural Club, Ms. Rezbin Nahar, Asst. Professor, SBS and Asst. Moderator of Cultural Club and students of different faculties were present in the program.

Southeast University (SEU) won its 2nd match against BRAC University by 8 wickets on 21st March 2018. BRACU won the toss and decided to bat first and were all out for only 93 in 19 overs. In reply, SEU reached the target losing only two wickets in just 12 overs. Mahbubur Rahman of SEU registered 51 off 43 balls and was named man of the match.

SEU won its 1st match against North South University on 16 March 2018. NSU scored 35 runs with all wickets where SEU took only 6 over to finish the match.

The Department of English has published its second journal ‘Southeast University Journal of English Department.’ A ‘Journal Launching Program’ was organized by the Department on 21 March 2018 at 4 pm in the Seminar Hall of Main Building, Banani. Mr. Harunur Rashid Khan, Chair and Associate Professor, Department of English has delivered welcome address. Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor, Southeast University has graced the occasion as chief guest. Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Representative, Board of Trustees was present as guest of honor while Prof. Dr. Md. Abu Taher, Dean of SEU Business School attended the function as special guest.




The journal has been launched officially by unwrapping it. The guests have appreciated the effort of the Department for publishing the journal annually. Faculty members of English Department, authors of the journal, and students have attended the program. The program has been anchored by Ms. Nahin Chowdhury, lecturer, Department of English.

As a part of celebrating the achievement of “Becoming Developing Country” declared by United Nations (UN), Southeast University (SEU) organized a cheerful procession on 22 March 2018 at Main Building, Banani, Dhaka. To celebrate the glorious event students, faculty members and officials of Southeast University participated in the procession with banners and festoons. Starting from the Banani Campus, the procession ended at the same. Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Hon’ble Representative of BOT and Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Hon’ble Vice Chancellor of SEU led the procession.

Southeast University (SEU) signed MoU with Azad & Company and Bangladesh Institute of Legal Development on 21 March 2018 at SEU Conference Room, Banani, Dhaka. Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of SEU signed on behalf of Southeast University and Mr. Md. Abul Kalam Azad, Advocate, Supreme Court, Head of Chambers, Azad & Company and Chairman, Bangladesh Institute of Legal Development (BiLD) signed on behalf of the two companies and exchanged documents of this MoU on behalf of their respective parties.

Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Hon’ble Representative Member, SEU Trust, Maj Gen (Retd) Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed, Registrar of SEU, Mr. Md. Asaduzzaman, Chairman, Law & Justice Department, Mr. Wahid Hossain Siddiquey, Chief Coordinator, SEU trust and Md. Jamal Uddin, Deputy Director, CPDS and Faculty members of Law were present on behalf of Southeast University. Mr. S. M. Shaukatul Islam, Associate Lawyer Azad & Company, was present on behalf of Azad & Company and BiLD.

This MoU will be mutually beneficial to both the university and the two organizations. They will be able to exchange resource persons for knowledge sharing, help SEU students to do internship at their organizations and offer job for the students of Southeast University. Mr. Azad mentioned that more than 20 law graduates work in his law firm and he is willing to give the opportunity of internship to more students of SEU. This will motivate the students to take initiative to enhance their job-related skills, personal growth opportunities, networking capabilities and build positive image of Southeast University in the Job Market. The MoU will be effective for a year and may be renewed with the consent of both the parties.

Department of Architecture of Southeast University organized a study tour at Sonargaon, Dhaka on 20th February, 2018. It was a successful study tour organized with almost 120 students with all teachers and officials. Students visited a new renovated building “Boro Sardar Bari” and Panam Nagar. It is a historical city and old architectural example with traditional works of Terracotta. Students could relate historical theories with practical examples. Visited Museum & observed the artifacts.

Prof. Meer Mobashsher Ali described the buildings with his experience to the students. It was a great learning session for the students in a friendly joyful environment. Everybody enjoyed lunch together & arranged a raffle draw.

A lecture program on "The Architect in the City" by Christopher Benninger was held on 4th March 2018, Seminar hall, Permanent Campus, Southeast University organized by Architecture Department, Southeast University (SEU). Christopher Benninger is a renowned American- Indian Architect who successfully practiced in India for last 47 years. He came at Bangladesh for his book "তরুণ স্থপতিকে লেখা পত্রাবলি" launching ceremony. The book is a translation of the original text "Letters to a Young Architect". The translation has been reviewed by Prof. Meer Mobashsher Ali, Chairman, Dept of Architecture, Southeast University.

It was a successful lecture program where many Renowned Architects of Bangladesh joined and shared their valuable thoughts with our students of architecture Department and Christopher Benninger. And the whole program was very successfully concluded with Dinner at Lakeshore, Banani. Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, VC, Southeast University and the architects also joined the Dinner program.

A lecture program by CUBEINSIDE Design Limited, on their award winning projects was held on 15th February 2018 at Southeast University seminar hall, permanent campus, Tejgaon organized by Department of Architecture. It was an enthusiastic lecture program and students learned a lot. The students were inspired to work with Architectural Concepts, detail and vision from CUBEINSIDE. CUBEINSIDE Design Limited, founded by a group of young likeminded architects in 2009, has already earned a distinct reputation and won several awards for their signatory works in the field of architecture and interior design in Bangladesh. The lecturer program concluded with a successful question answer session from students and a crest giving for lecture by Meer Mobashsher Ali to the owners of CUBEINSIDE.

Southeast University Students Md. Shakhaoat Hossen, President of Cultural Club, Mohammad Kawsar Howlader, Vice President of Cultural Club and Md. Rubaiet Ibn Raihan, President of SEU Debate Club participated at the 11th SAUFEST held at Ganpat University, Gujrat, India from 02 to 07 March 2018. Team Southeast University received certificates and memento of “Best Performance Award” for being part of 11th SAUFEST 2018.










The 11th SAUFEST-2018 festival aims to propagate the concept of strengthening cultural diversities by exhibiting their cultural prowess on a common platform. It was in line with the active collaboration and mutual assistance amongst South Asian Countries in educational, social, cultural, skill development and entrepreneurship.







The activities held during the SAUFEST- 2018 include cultural events, exhibitions, intellectual discourses, young artists' camps, debating, folk dance, classical dance, folk song, light vocal, allocation, poster making, clay modeling and seminars. More than 600 student delegates participated in the festival from the countries including Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Maldives, Mauritius, Myanmar, Nepal, Pakistan and Sri Lanka.

A seminar on “Meet the HR Professionals” was organized by Southeast Business School (SBS) of Southeast University on 1 March 2018 in the Seminar Hall, Banani, Main Campus.




Prof. Dr.ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor, Southeast University (SEU) was present as the Chief Guest in inagural session of the seminar. In his speech, he highlighted the importance of arranging such kind of seminar. He also encouraged the students to gain knowledge from the seminar and apply the same to their future work life. Welcome speech was delivered by Prof. Dr. Md. Abu Taher, Dean, Southeast Business School, SEU while the seminar was coordianted by M. Abdullah Al Mamun, Assistant professor, SBS, SEU. Mr. Md. Musharrof Hossain, president, Bangladesh Society for Human Resources Management (BSHRM) & Head of Human Resources, icddr’b was keynote speaker. Dr. Nargis Akhter, Professor, SBS, SEU and Ms. Kamrun Nahar, Culture and People and Compliance Manager, BIG W HK Procurement Pty Ltd., Banani, Dhaka were panel discussants at the seminar. Speakers of the seminar mainly focused on how to prepare for future career in the field of HR and compete with the job market. More than 150 students of BBA & MBA major in HRM, faculty members, officials of SEU were present at the seminar.

Nature got control over the minds of officials & staff of Southeast University (SEU) by putting a magic spell on them while they arrived at Zinda Park, Rupgonj, Narayangonj on 16 March 2018 to enjoy a day out with family members. Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Representative of BoT of SEU and Professor Dr. ANM Mesquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor were the Patrons and cheerleaders of the event. The day was planned properly incorporating different fun games and sports, cultural event, self-prepared lunch under shade of trees.













Airy fairy roaming to explore the nature, laying on the tree houses, selfies, boat riding on the lake, fun games, cricket matches, gossiping etc. made the day memorable and enjoyable. The day out was a success, having a great day on the lap of nature, free from artificiality of city life.

28th Academic Council Meeting of Southeast University (SEU) held on 8 March 2018 at 3.30 p.m. The Meeting was Chaired by Hon’ble Vice Chancellor of SEU Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin at Banani Main Campus Conference Room. Hon’ble Representative of Board of Trustees, SEU Trust and member of the Academic Council Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, External member Prof. Dr. Borhanuddin of DU and all member of the Academic Council attended the meeting.

Southeast University (SEU) organized a seminar on “Planning for Higher Education: Road to Success” on March 7, 2018 at Habez Uddin Sarkar College, Kaliakair, Gazipur. The seminar was chaired by Mr. Md. Abdur Razzaque, Principal, Habez Uddin Sarkar College. Professor Dr. Md. Abu Taher, Dean of Southeast University Business School briefed about Southeast University and delivered motivational speech about higher education in Bangladesh as the chief guest of the program. At the beginning of the program Mr. Md. Jamal Uddin, Deputy Director of Career and Professional Development Services (CPDS) of SEU, conducted quiz program and a motivational session to inspire students to take a lead in their professional lives.




About 400 students were present in the program. Ms. Deepti Sarkar, Assistant Director, Office of the Admission & Promotion of SEU was responsible for coordinating the program. Other senior teachers of the institute and SEU officials were also present. The event ended with a vote of thanks from the Chair and a MoU was signed.

A lecture session on “Higher Study and Scope of Scholarship” organized by Department of Textile Engineering was held on 5 March 2018 at Southeast University (SEU) Permanent Campus Tejgaon, Dhaka. Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Hon’ble Vice Chancellor of SEU was present as the Session Chair of the Inaugural Ceremony while Mr. M. Kamal Uddin Chowdhury, Hon’ble Representative Member, Board of Trustees was present as the Chief Guest.




Prof. Syed Fakhrul Hassan, Dean, School of Science & Engineering and Chairman, Dept. of Textile Engineering, Mr. Md. Jamal Uddin, Deputy Director, Career & Professional Development Services (CPDS), and Mr. Salman Haider, CEO, Diakonia International Education conducted the technical sessions as speakers of the session. Among others, Faculty Members, Administrative officials, and students from different Department were present in the session.

Southeast University (SEU) English Department organized an event titled “Students on a Voyage to Successful Public Relations” on 22 February, 2018 in the Seminar Hall, Banani, Dhaka. Honorable Vice Chancellor, Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin graced the event as the Chief Guest and delivered his valuable speech while Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Honorable Representative Member, Board of Trustees, was present as the Guest of Honor and gave his inspirational speech. Prof. Dr. AFM. Mafizul Islam, Honorable Adviser, Board of Trustees, was present as the Special Guest and appreciated the initiative taken by the faculty to engage students in such type of professional activities.




Mr. Harunur Rashid Khan, Associate Professor and Chairman, Department of English, chaired the program and motivated the students to participate in these type of activities. The event was supervised by Ms. Sharmin Sultana Mitu, Senior Lecturer, Department of English.




The performances were made by the students on dialogues, talk show, commentary, event management, cooking show and power point presentation related to public relations. Among others, Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed, SPP, psc (Retd), Registrar of SEU; respected faculty members of English Department, officials and students were present in the program.

Department of English of Southeast University (SEU) organized Freshers’ Reception Program for Spring Semester-2018 on 12 February at Seminar Hall, Banani, Dhaka. Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Hon’ble Vice Chancellor of SEU graced the occasion as the Chief Guest while Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Honorable Representative Member of Board of Trustees, SEU Trust was present at the program as Guest of Honor. Prof. Dr. Md. Abdul Hakim, Dean of School of Arts & Social Sciences was present as Special Guest in the program. Mr. Harunur Rashid Khan, Associate Professor and Chairman of English Department welcomed newly enrolled students.

Among others, Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed, SPP, psc (Retd), Registrar of SEU, Chairmen of different departments, faculty members and newly enrolled students were present in the program.

Institute of Research and Training (IRT) of Southeast University organized an Orientation Program for the newly recruited Faculty Members of different departments on 22 February, 2018 at SEU Seminar Hall, Banani, Dhaka.

Dr. Sohela Mustari, Director (IRT), SEU delivered the welcome speech. Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed, SPP, psc (Retd), Registrar of SEU conveyed his speech on “Compliance with University Rules and Regulations”. Prof. Dr. Md. Abu Taher, Dean, Southeast Business School talked about “Teaching Philosophy and Strategy”. Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Hon’ble Representative Member, Board of Trustees, SEU Trust shared his thoughts about SEU’s dream and vision.

Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Hon’ble Vice Chancellor of SEU gave a brief speech on “Duties and Responsibilities related to Professional and University Services.” Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Adviser, BoT talked on “Towards Achieving the Goal of Pro-Student University.” Among others, Prof. Syed Fakhrul Hassan, Dean, School of Science & Engineering and Chairman of other departments were present at the program.

Mr. Mohashin Uddin Pathan, PhD Fellow, Latrobe Institute for Molecular Science, Latrobe University, Melbourne, Australia delivered a seminar titled “Cryptography and Its Practical Demonstration” on 27 February 2018 at 10:00 am in the Seminar Hall of the permanent campus of Southeast University (SEU), Tejgaon, Dhaka.

Prof. Syed Fakhrul Hassan, Dean, School of Science and Engineering (SSE) of Southeast University was present as the Chief Guest. In his speech, he welcomed the seminar speaker to SEU and highlighted the importance of arranging such kind of seminar by various departments of SSE at SEU. He also encouraged the students to gain knowledge from the seminar and apply the same to their fields.




At first, Mr. Mohashin Uddin Pathan introduced cryptography terminologies, its history and importance. He talked about confidentiality and integrity of digital messages for communication especially through internet with examples in internet banking, online payment, news portals, social media etc. He also emphasized the need for learning cryptography and various encryption and decryption methods by EEE students to implement it in VLSI or in FPGA. The main focus of this seminar was the interactive demonstration of hacking Caesar Cipher and Substitution Cipher, RSA encryption, Digital Signature, Hash Functions etc. Finally, he briefed about bit-coin. Faculty Members and students also took part in a lively question and answer session after his talk.

Dr. Engr. Muhibul Haque Bhuyan, Chairman of EEE Department chaired the seminar. In his concluding speech, he thanked the Chief Guest for his kind presence, Key-Note Speaker for his nice and lucid deliberations on this important topic, Management of the University for their Financial And Logistic Supports And concerned Faculty Members and staff of the department for their co-operation as well as to the students for their patience listening to the seminar. Engr. Mehedi Azad Shawon, Lecturer and Coordinator of EEE Department conducted the seminar. A good number of Faculty Members, students and staff of the department were present in the seminar.

Career & Professional Development Services (CPDS), Southeast University organized a Two-day long training on “Microsoft Excel” on 15 & 22 February 2018. The training took place at SBS computer lab of Southeast University. A total of 31 students from different departments participated in the training. In this 14 hour-long training, the participants learnt advanced techniques of using Microsoft Excel that is widely used in corporate offices. The training was inaugurated by the Vice Chancellor of Southeast University Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin while Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed, SPP, psc (Retd), Registrar; Prof. Dr. Md. Abu Taher, Dean, School of Business Studies, and Mr. Md. Jamal Uddin, Deputy Director of CPDS were present.

Mr. Md. Anowar Hossain Fakir, Trainer & Lead Consultant at Training Bangla was the trainer of the training. At the end of the training students gave very positive feedback about the training and said they are looking forward to enjoy this kind of events in future also. Participants were provided certificate at the end of the training.

Career & Professional Development Services (CPDS) of Southeast University organized a workshop on ‘Professional Etiquette’ on 25 February 2018. The workshop aimed to educate the SEU students about the office manner, rules and regulations, moral obligations, job responsibilities, communication skills and interpersonal etiquette. More than 130 students from different departments of Southeast University participated in the workshop.




The first part of the workshop was conducted by Mr. Md. Jamal Uddin, Deputy Director, CPDS. He explained about the right gestures for a positive communication, the correct attitude in a teamwork and interpersonal etiquette. The second part of the workshop was about corporate manner, communication skills, handling difficult situations in a corporate set up. Ms. Rushdina Khan, lead trainer of Training with Rushdina conducted the second part. Students learned a lot from both the sessions and shown great interest throughout the workshop by asking different questions to the resource persons. Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed, SPP, psc (Retd), Registrar of Southeast University, was present in the workshop and spoke about the importance of professional etiquette. Participants were provided Certificates at the end of the workshop.

Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering (EEE) of Southeast University (SEU) organized its Annual Picnic 2018 on 22 February 2018 at Shalbon Resort and Picnic Spot, Kotbari, Comilla. Students, Faculty Members and Staff of EEE Department started their journey by bus for Picnic Spot at around 7:15 am in the morning from SEU Permanent Campus (Tejgaon) led by Dr. Engr. Muhibul Haque Bhuyan, Chairman of EEE and ETE Departments.




After reaching the venue at 10:15 am, students and faculty members took part in various types of games and fun events like ball passing (for male) and pillow passing (for female) with music, biscuit run, stamp hitting, pot breaking, cock fight, tip placing, fun box passing etc. Besides, students visited the historical and archeological site- Shalbon Bihar. Then lunch was served in the dining hall of the picnic spot.




Finally, students and alumni presented their cultural events with 15 songs, 5dances and 1 mini drama. The main attraction of this cultural event was a song and a dance presented by Osman Hashmi, a newly admitted Somalian student of EEE Department. At the end, prizes of the games and fun events were distributed among three winners of each event by Dr. Engr. Muhibul Haque Bhuyan, Chairman of EEE and ETE Departments. Then a raffle draw was conducted by him and prizes were presented among the twelve winners. Prizes were various electrical and electronic gadgets like pen-drive, Bluetooth device, speaker, headphone, electric mosquito repeller, digital wrist watch etc.




At 6:15 pm, they started back to the permanent campus from the picnic spot and reached safely with lots of amusement and entertainment at around 10:00 pm.

সাউথইস্ট বিশ্ববিদ্যালয় প্রতি বছরের মতো এবারও ভাষা শহীদদের স্মরণে ২১ শে ফেব্রুয়ারিতে আন্তর্জাতিক মাতৃভাষা দিবস উপলক্ষ্যে বিভিন্ন অনুষ্ঠানের মাধ্যমে দিনটি উদ্যাপন করে। তেজগাঁওস্থ বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়টির স্থায়ী ক্যাম্পাসে ভাষা শহীদদের প্রতি শ্রদ্ধাঞ্জলি, আলোচনা সভা ও সাংস্কৃতিক অনুষ্ঠানের আয়োজন করা হয়। প্রভাতফেরীর মধ্য দিয়ে অনুষ্ঠানের সূচনা হয়। এরপর বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়টির শহীদ মিনারে পুষ্পস্তবক অর্পণ করেন বোর্ড অব ট্রাস্টিজের সদস্যবৃন্দ, উপাচার্য, বিজ্ঞান ও প্রকৌশল, কলা ও সামাজিক বিজ্ঞান, ব্যবসায় প্রশাসন অনুষদসমূহের ডিনগণ এবং বিভিন্ন বিভাগের শিক্ষক-শিক্ষার্থী এবং প্রাক্তন শিক্ষার্থীরা ।




বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের উপাচার্য অধ্যাপক ড. এএনএম মেশকাত উদ্দীনের সভাপতিত্বে অনুষ্ঠানে প্রধান অতিথির বক্তব্য রাখেন বোর্ড অব ট্রাস্টিজের সদস্য এম. কামালউদ্দিন চৌধুরী। স্বাগত বক্তব্য রাখেন বিজ্ঞান ও প্রকৌশল অনুষদের ডিন অধ্যাপক সৈয়দ ফখরুল হাসান। বিশেষ অতিথির বক্তব্য রাখেন রেজিস্ট্রার মেজর জেনারেল (অব.) কাজী ফকরুদ্দীন আহমেদ। অনুষ্ঠানে বোর্ড অব ট্রাস্টিজ-এর সম্মানিত সদস্য, ডিন, বিভিন্ন বিভাগের চেয়ারম্যান, পরিচালক, শিক্ষক, কর্মকর্তা এবং ছাত্র-ছাত্রীরা উপস্থিত ছিলেন।

The SEU Movie & Drama club arranged a ‘Short-film Festival & Movie Show Program’ on February 18, 2018 at the Hall Room, Building 4, Department of English, Banani, Dhaka. The program was inaugurated by the Special Guest Mr. Hasan Al Banna, a former student of 8th batch, Department of English, Southeast University (SEU). Mr. Banna, a prolific film-maker and worked for PM (Prime Minister) branding and many more advertisement programs in recent years.

A speech was given by Mr. Banna which was motivational and educative for the students of SEU. His words “I did not come at SEU to get a certificate, rather I came to learn and that’s why I didn’t take my certificate yet”. A successful man in his field came to motivate the students of SEU with his words “Be Your Inspiration” and some of his unpublished short-films: Karim, Potro, Chowkath and Deactivated.


The Club’s moderator Jahanara Begum, Lecturer, Department of English and the club’s president also gave a brief speech about the activities of the club. Another student Ashraful Islam (Shortfilm-maker), a creative student of the Department of Economics, participated the show with an unpublished short-film: Jibon Anko filmed by his team to motivate the students.

The chairman of the Department of English and the Chairman of the Department of Economics also attended the festival. They delivered their valuable speech on that occasion and praised the event. The SEU Movie & Drama Club with its vision, “students’ enlightenment through entertainment: Ethical teaching and academic learning by keeping your eyes wide open to the frames of film” picked a great homage by the Chairs and teachers from different departments as well as by the audience.

The Center for Modern Languages (CML) under the Department of English of Southeast University successfully conducted the 2nd batch of English for General Purpose (EGP) course. The course completion and the certificate awarding ceremony took place on 15 February 2018 at building number 4 of Southeast University. The ceremony was attended by Prof. Dr. Abdul Hakim, Dean, School of Arts and Social Sciences, Mr. Harunur Rashid Khan, Director, Center for Modern Languages (CML) and Chair, Department of English, faculty members of the English Department and participants of the EGP course.

In his speech Prof. Dr. Hakim congratulated the participants of the course and emphasized the importance of learning English language in an increasingly integrated globalized context. Mr. Khan talked about different aspects of English language learning under the scope of the EGP course. Jungin Kwen (Jenny) along with Chai Wanhee, the two Korean participants expressed their satisfaction at the outcome of their EGP course.

The program was moderated by Ms. Aliya Shahnoor Ameen, Facilitator of the EGP course and Coordinator of Center for Modern Languages (CML). She highlighted that EGP by its standard and nature has become more than a language learning course. She focused on the various skills like life skill, interpersonal skill, argumentative skill, presentation skill that came into the purview of the course.

The ceremony ended with awarding the certificates among the participants by Prof. Dr. Abdul Hakim and Mr. Harunur Rashid Khan.

Southeast University Games & Sports Club organized SEU Intra T10 Cricket Tournament between February 7-13, 2018. Department of English went to the final by defeating Department of Textiles in an exciting semi-final match. In the final, which took place on February 13, 2018 at 02:30 pm, the Department of English faced The Legend of BBA. Captained by Md. Mehedi Hasan, Department of English won the match with 10 balls to spare.

Later, a prize giving ceremony was organized on February 14, 2018 where The Vice-chancellor Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin was the Chief Guest. Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Hon’ble Member of Board of Trustees also attended the program as Special Guest. Among others, Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed (Retd), Registrar, SEU; Prof. Syed Fakhrul Hassan, Dean, School of Science & Engineering; Mr. Harunur Rashid Khan, Chairman, Department of English; Teachers and students of English and BBA Department were present in the program.

The Center for Modern Languages (CML) under the Department of English of Southeast University successfully conducted the 2nd batch of English for General Purpose (EGP) course. The course completion and the certificate awarding ceremony took place on 15 February 2018 at building number 4 of Southeast University. The ceremony was attended by Prof. Dr. Abdul Hakim, Dean, School of Arts and Social Sciences, Mr. Harunur Rashid Khan, Director, Center for Modern Languages (CML) and Chair, Department of English, faculty members of the English Department and participants of the EGP course.

In his speech Prof. Dr. Hakim congratulated the participants of the course and emphasized the importance of learning English language in an increasingly integrated globalized context. Mr. Khan talked about different aspects of English language learning under the scope of the EGP course. Jungin Kwen (Jenny) along with Chai Wanhee, the two Korean participants expressed their satisfaction at the outcome of their EGP course.

The program was moderated by Ms. Aliya Shahnoor Ameen, Facilitator of the EGP course and Coordinator of Center for Modern Languages (CML). She highlighted that EGP by its standard and nature has become more than a language learning course. She focused on the various skills like life skill, interpersonal skill, argumentative skill, presentation skill that came into the purview of the course.

The ceremony ended with awarding the certificates among the participants by Prof. Dr. Abdul Hakim and Mr. Harunur Rashid Khan.

Zenith Islami Life Insurance Company handed over a cheque of Taka One Lac to Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Hon'ble Vice Chancellor of SEU for the deceased student Md. Asifur Rahman as life insurance coverage. Asifur Rahman died few weeks back out of road accident. Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed (Retd), Registrar and Mr. Md. Wadud Ahmed, Director, Finance was present during cheque handing ceremony of SEU. From Zenith Life Insurance Mr. Abdur Rahman, Zenith Life's GM (HR) & Company Secretary and Mr. Anwar Hossain Sarker, AGM (Group Insurance) were present on the occasion. It is to be noted that from 5 September 2016 Southeast University signed MoU for "Personal Accident Policy" for the students with Zenith Islami Life Insurance Limited.

Computer Club of CSE Department, Southeast University (SEU) has successfully arranged a Seminar on “Google Crowdsource” on 18 February 2018 at the Seminar Hall, Main Campus, Banani, Dhaka. Mr. Monirul Hasan, Coordinator & Lecturer of CSE Department inaugurated the ceremony and Mr. Md. Jamal Uddin, Deputy Director & Head of CPDS delivered the opening speech.

Students of CSE and Representative of Google Crowdsource of Southeast University, Md. Shibli Mollah presented about Google Crowdsource. Guest Speaker Sumaiya Jafrin Chowdhury shared her experience of Google Local Guide with the students. Praveen Das. Program Manager of Google Crowdsourse joined through Google Hangout and a video conference. He was very happy with the response and gave a vote of thanks to the Moderators of Computer Club Hasan Tareque and Rajon Bardhan for their kind support and to Roksana Akter Jolly, Lecturer of CSE Department for being present as Guardian. Near about 100 Students from various departments joined in the program. Registrar of SEU Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed, SPP, psc (Retd) was also present in the seminar.

Southeast University Games & Sports Club organized SEU INTRA T10 CRICKET TOURNAMENT between February 7-13, 2018. Department of English went to the final by defeating Department of Textiles in an exciting semi-final match. In the final, which took place on February 13, 2018 at 02:30 pm, the Department of English faced The Legend of BBA. Captained by Mehedi Hasan Faruk, Department of English won the match with 10 balls to spare.



Later, a prize giving ceremony was organized on February 14, 2018 where Vice-chancellor Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin was the Chief Guest. Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Hon’ble Member, Broad of Trustee also attended the program as Special Guest.

Prof. Dr. Engr. Muhibul Haque Bhuyan, Chairman of EEE Department conducted a workshop titled “Outcome Based Education: From Introduction to Course Mapping” on 18February 2018 as a Resource Person. The workshop was organized by the Institutional Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) of International Islamic University Chittagong (IIUC), Kumira, Chittagong. All the Heads and Members of the Self-Assessment Committees (SAC) of IIUC and various Department Chairs of IIUC were present in the workshop. The workshop was presided over by Prof. Dr. Md. Delawer Hossain, Pro Vice-Chancellor (In-Charge) and Director of IQAC, IIUC.



Dr. Muhibul Haque Bhuyan briefly narrated what is Outcome Based Education (OBE); brief history, types, principles etc. of OBE. He then explained the requirements and importance of OBE for accreditation, especially for the engineering programs. Then he explained how to develop course contents based on OBE with few examples of various types of courses of engineering programs. He showed few case studies for various courses. Finally, he rounded off the workshop with conclusions and recommendations for future workshops related to OBE.

Pharmacy department of Southeast University (SEU) organized Freshers’ Reception & Spring Celebration of the newly admitted students of Spring Semester 2018 on 14 February in the Department of Pharmacy, Banani, Dhaka.



Hon’ble Vice Chancellor of SEU Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin chaired the session while Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Hon’ble Representative Member, Board of Trustees, SEU Trust attended the program as Chief Guest. Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed, SPP, psc (Retd), Registrar of SEU was present as Guest of Honor. He discussed about rules, regulations and facilities of the University. Prof. Syed Fakhrul Hassan, Dean, School of Science & Engineering, was present at the program as Special Guest. He explained how students should endeavor themselves in academic curricula and make best use of the University time.



Dr. Md. Siddiqul Islam, Chairman of the department of Pharmacy welcomed the fresher’s. He inspired them to acquire knowledge and do good works for the development of world in the field of Pharmacy. Among others, Chairman of different departments, faculty members of Pharmacy department, officials of SEU, newly enrolled students and their guardians were present at the program. Later a cultural event was organized where students of Pharmacy Department Performed.

Southeast University (SEU) received best University award 2018 in 11th Trust Bank NDF BD National Debate Festival 2018 on 9 & 10 February 2018 at Bangladesh Shishu Academy organized by National Debate Federation Bangladesh (NDF BD). More than fifteen hundred students of various schools, colleges, madrasah and universities participated from whole country in this debate festival. The festival was inaugurated by Mr. Md. Shahriar Alam, MP, Honorable State Minister of Foreign Affairs, Government of the Peoples’ Republic of Bangladesh. 50 students from different departments of SEU actively participated in this festival.



The team was led by M. Abdullah Al Mamun, Assistant Professor of SBS & Moderator of SEU Debate Club (SEUDC). Southeast University family congratulates the SEU Debate Club (SEUDC) for achieving this prestigious award which enriches the image of the University.

Career & Professional Development Services (CPDS), Southeast University (SEU) organized a half-day workshop on “Land Your Dream Job” on 7 February 2018 at the Seminar Hall, Main Campus, Banani, Dhaka. The workshop aimed to prepare the SEU students to choose the right path through which they will start a journey which will lead them to have a career of their dream. More than 70 students from different departments of Southeast University participated in the workshop.

The first part of the workshop was conducted by Mr. Abid Niaz, Professional CV writer, and CEO, Corporate Ask. He described the details of a standard CV that needs to be prepared by a job seeker who is a fresh graduate. The second part of the workshop was about career entry strategies and interview techniques. Mr. Muzahidul Islam Jahid, SPHRi, Superintendent- Human Resources at Gildan Bangladesh conducted the second part. Students were very participative in both the sessions and shown great interest throughout the workshop by asking different questions to the resource persons. Mr. Md. Jamal Uddin, Deputy Director, CPDS was present in the workshop and spoke about the importance of extra and co-curricular activities during student life. The two resource persons distributed the certificates among the participants at the end of the workshop.

Southeast University (SEU) celebrated Pahela Falgun (1st day of Spring) on 13 February 2018 at its main campus, Banani, Dhaka. The students of all departments of Southeast University took part in the celebration. They arranged a day-long cake festival program on the occasion. The students also arranged a day-long ‘Spring Celebration’ which included different cultural activities.



Prof. Syed Fakhrul Hassan, Dean of School of Science & Engineering of SEU delivered the welcome address. Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Hon’ble Vice Chancellor of SEU graced the program as Chair while Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Honorable Member of Board of Trustees, SEU Trust was present at the program as the Chief Guest. Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed, SPP, psc (Retd), Registrar of SEU spoke on the occasion. Deans, Chairmen, Directors of different departments of Southeast University were present in the program.

A seminar on Business Innovation & Future Technology was held on 6 February at Southeast University Main Campus at Banani. The seminar was organized by Business Innovation Forum of Southeast University in association with Bangladesh Innovation Forum. Prof. Dr. Md. Abu Taher, Dean, School of Business Studies was present as the Chief Guest at the seminar.

Mr. Jamal Uddin, Deputy Director, CPDS conveyed the welcome speech at the seminar. Mr. Shoeb Hasan, Assistant General Manager, Bbjobs and Ms. Nasima Akter Nisha, Joint Secretary, E-Commerce Association of Bangladesh (E-Cab) were present as special guests in the seminar. Mr. Rezwan-Al-Islam Khan, Assistant professor, Computer Science & Engineering, and Dr. Sohela Mustari, Assistant Professor, School of Business Studies from Southeast University and representatives of different universities of Bangladesh Innovation Forum were also present at the Seminar.

Southeast University (SEU) organized the “Literature Award Giving Ceremony 2017” on 11 February 2018 at 5.30 pm at its permanent campus at Tejgaon, Dhaka.

Presided over by Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of Southeast University, the ceremony was attended by Mr. Asaduzzaman Noor, MP, the Hon’ble Minister, Ministery of Cultural Affairs, Govt. of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh as the Chief Guest. Mr. Md. Rezaul Karim, Chairman, Board of Trustees, Southeast University Trust was present as the Guest of Honor. Eminent Educationist Emeritus Professor Dr. Anisuzzaman, and Professor Shamsuzzaman Khan, Director General of Bangla Academy were present as Special Guests at the program.

Emeritus Professor Serajul Islam Choudhury and Fiction Writer Badrun Nahar received the Southest University Literature Award 2017. Emeritus Professor Dr. Anisuzzaman, and Professor Shamsuzzaman Khan, Director General of Bangla Academy were awarded lifetime achievement gold medal at the event. Later a cultural event was organized where artists of the Southeast University Cultural Club performed.

Members of BoT, SEU Trust; Registrar, Deans, Chairmen, Directors of different departments of Southeast University were present in the program.

Ms. Jubaida Gulshan Ara, Senior Lecturer, Department of Architecture, Southeast University (SEU) was invited by WaterAid and Rainforum as a faculty to provide training to the Students of Architecture, Civil Engineering and Urban and regional planning of Chittagong University of Engineering and Technology (CUET). The day long training was organized jointly by CUET, Rainforum and WaterAid Bangladesh on 8th February, 2018 in the Department of Civil Engineering CUET. Ms. Jubaida Gulshan Ara provided training to 45 students of CUET.

Along with her, other technical persons were Mr. Abdullah Al-Muyeed, Ph.D, Technical Adviser-WASH, WaterAid Bangladesh, Mr. Syed Azizul Haq, President, RAiN forum and Mr. Md. Ashraful Alam Ratan, Secretary, RAiN forum. The program was by Dr. Md. Mainul Islam, Head, Department of Civil Engineering, CUET, chaired the program while Dr. Md. Rafiqul Alam, Vice Chancellor of CUET was present as the Chief Guest. Dr. Md. Abdur Rahman, Dean of Civil Engineering Department and Dr. M. A Liakat Ali, Director, WaterAid were special guests at the event.

Department of Architecture, Southeast University organized a day long training program on “Rainwater Harvesting System” on 28th January, 2018 at the seminar hall, permanent campus, Tejgaon, Dhaka. The training was organized by Department of Architecture, SEU with the joint collaboration of Water Aid Bangladesh, Rain forum and UITS. Twenty five students of Department of Architecture, Southeast University and fifteen students from Department of Civil Engineering, UITS received training in that training program.

The training was conducted by Dr. Anwar Zahid, Director, Ground Water Hydrology, Water Development Board, Abdullah Al-Muyeed, PhD, Technical Adviser-WASH, Water Aid Bangladesh, Syed Azizul Haq, President, Rain forum and Md. Ashraful Alam Ratan, Secretary, Rain forum. Prof. Syed Fakhrul Hassan, Dean, School of Science and Engineering and Professor Meer Mobashsher Ali, Chairman, Department of Architecture was present as special guests in the training Program and distributed certificates among the trainee. The program was moderated by Jubaida Gulshan Ara, Senior Lecturer of Department of Architecture, Southeast University.

Southeast University (SEU) organized the certificate awarding ceremony on 1st February 2018 at the University Conference Room. Prof. Dr. Md. Abdul Hakim, Dean, School of Arts and Social Sciences handed over MDS (Master of Development Studies) certificates to five foreign students of Somalia. The Somalian students Abu Muslim, Ahmed Ali, Mustafe Mohammed, Abdirizak Ahmed Guled and Abdurahman Harir Barud successfully completed their MDS course and received their certificates.



Among others, Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed, SPP, psc (Retd), Registrar of SEU; Mr. Mofazzal Hossain, Controller of Examinations; Mr. Abdullah Al Mamun, Deputy Controller of Examinations and Ms. Madiha Khan, Senior Lecturer and Chairman (In Charge), Dept. of Economics were present in the ceremony.

Southeast University (SEU) and Kunming University of Science & Technology, China signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on 28th January 2018 during ‘Yunnan Higher Educational Exhibition 2018 and International Cooperation Seminar’ in order to extend mutual relationship and international academic cooperation. The MoU signing ceremony was organized by the Yunnan Provincial Department of Education at the Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman Novo Theatre in the capital.

Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Adviser, Board of Trustees, Southeast University Trust signed the MoU on behalf of Southeast University and Mr. Bin Yang, Vice President, Kunming University of Science & Technology, China signed on behalf of Kunming University of Science and Technology.



Hon’ble Representative Member, Board of Trustees, SEU Trust Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Prof. Dr. Md. Abu Taher, Dean, School of Business Studies, and Md. Jamal Uddin, Deputy Director, Career & Professional Development Services were also present at the MoU signing ceremony.

Southeast University (SEU) organized the ‘Freshers’ Reception and Orientation Program of Spring Semester 2018’ on 27th January 2018 at its permanent campus at Tejgaon, Dhaka. Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor presided over the ceremony while Mr. Iqbal Sobhan Chowdhury, Media Affairs Adviser to the Hon’ble Prime Minister of Bangladesh was present as the Chief Guest. Mr. Md. Rezaul Karim, Chairman, Board of Trustees, SEU Trust was present as Guest of Honour and Registrar Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed, SPP, psc (Retd), delivered the welcome speech at the program. Among others, Members of the Board of Trustees, SEU Trust; Deans; Chairmen; Directors; Faculties; Officials and students attended the program.

The Chief Guest mentioned that some of the possibilities have become successful and the rest of them yet to succeed for which national unity is essential. He hoped that the new generation especially the students will play a vital role in making the nation’s dream came into a reality.

Southeast University (SEU) organized an ‘Alumni Reunion’ on 26th January 2018 at its permanent campus at Tejgaon, Dhaka. Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor presided over the ceremony while Mr. Hasanul Haq Inu, MP, Hon’ble Information Minister, Government of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh was present as the Chief Guest. Mr. Md. Rezaul Karim, Chairman, Board of Trustees, SEU Trust was present as Guest of Honour and Prof. Dr. Md. Abdul Hakim, Dean, School of Arts & Social Sciences delivered the welcome speech at the program.

Among others, Hon’ble Members of Board of Trustees, SEU Trust; Registrar Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed, SPP, psc (Retd); Deans; Chairmen; Directors; Faculties; Officials and more than One thousand alumni artists attended the reunion. At the end of the program, SEU students and band artists performed songs, dance, fashion show & various cultural programs.

Ridoy Ahamed, Student of Pharmacy Department, Southeast University (SEU) was awarded for his Research Project titled “Hypoglycemic and Hypolipidemic Effects of Bile Content (Labeo rohita) Against Streptozocin (STZ) Induced Rats” in 18th International Congress of International Society for Ethnopharmacology & the 5th International Congress of the Society for Ethnopharmacology, India (ISE-SFEC 2018) held at University of Dhaka, Bangladesh during 13-15 January 2018.



In this congress, scientists, manufacturers, regulatory bodies of 32 countries have shared their new ideas and thoughts. Among 150 Posters on different research works, this project has been awarded as the Best Poster. Ms. Israt Jahan Bulbul, Assistant Professor and Ms. Afifa Parvin Shanta, Lecturer were supervised his research work.

Students of Law & Justice of Southeast University (SEU) distributed Winter Clothes among the distressed people from 13th January to 14th January 2018 at Dinajpur District. The event was organized under the supervision of Mr. Kazi Parvez Jibon, Lecturer of Law, SEU and Mr. Ehteshamul Hoq, Lecturer of Law, SEU.



Since Bangladesh have been attacked by the cold bite of winter and by seeing the distress of the impoverished people, the students of 35th batch of the department of Law & Justice have taken an initiative to distribute warm cloth among distressed people.



In this semester they have completed a course titled “International Human Rights Law” where they were inspired by their course teacher Mr. Kazi Parvez Jibon. Dinajpur is one of the red marked areas affected by cold wave. From that practical point of view, they have chosen Dinajpur for the distribution of warm clothes to the helpless class of the society.

The Department of Electrical & Electronic Engineering of Southeast University (SEU) organized a seminar titled “STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) Career Pathway for Individuals” on 11 January 2018at 11:00 am in the Seminar Hall of the permanent campus of the University. Dr. Anee Azim, Research Engineer, Lockheed Martin- STELaRLab, Australia delivered her paper as a resource person of the seminar.



Prof. Syed Fakhrul Hassan, Dean (Acting), School of Science and Engineering (SSE) of SEU was present as the Chief Guest of the seminar. In his speech as the Chief Guest, he welcomed the seminar speaker to SEU and highlighted the importance of arranging such kind of seminar by various departments of SSE at SEU.

Dr. Anee Azim talked about STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) career pathway for individuals. In her talk, she discussed how she started and progressed with her STEM career journey, what is meant to be in STEM and importance of STEM in our everyday life. She also discussed about higher study in abroad, especially in Australia, application process, scholarship opportunities and life as a student in Australia.Faculty Members and students also took part in a lively question and answer session after her talk.



Dr. Engr. Muhibul Haque Bhuyan, Chairman of EEE Department chaired the seminar while Engr. Mehedi Azad Shawon, Lecturer and Coordinator of EEE Department conducted the seminar. A good number of Faculty Members, students and staff of the department were present in the seminar.

Southeast University (SEU) organized a five day-long Admission Carnival was inaugurated on 07 January 2018 at Banani Main Campus for Spring Semester 2018. This Carnival will continue from morning 9 a.m. to evening 5 p.m. everyday upto 11.01.2018.

Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of SEU inaugurated the program. Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Representative of BOT; SEU Trust, Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed, SPP, psc (Retd), Registrar of SEU; Prof. Meer Mobashsher Ali, Chairman, Department of Architecture, Dr. Rakibul Hassan, Chairman, Dept. of Bangla Language & Literature, Dr. Mehe Zebunnesa Rahman, Director of BBA Program, Sr. faculties & high officials of different department of SEU were present at the event.

Students will avail 50% discount on Admission Fees during this Carnival. Subjects experts faculty members will be available for counseling on subject choice, job prospects and other academic issues.

Mr. Jamal Uddin Jamy, Deputy Director and Head of Career & Professional Development Services (CPDS), Southeast University was invited to conduct sessions on career development as a Career Coach and Motivational Speaker at “18th Regional Rover Moot – 2017.” Mr. Jamal conducted several motivational sessions from 28th December to 30th December 2017 to inspire participants to take a lead in their lives. More than Six thousand participants from 64 districts participated in the mega event.

Mr. Harunur Rashid Khan, Associate Professor and Chairman, Department of English of Southeast University achieved “Alokito Shikkhabid Award-2017” on 27 December 2017 for his contribution in education.

“Amra Kuri” a national level cultural forum gave the award in a formal program held at Bangladesh Shilpokola Academy, Dhaka.

Advocate Fazle Rabbi Mia, MP, Honorable Deputy Speaker of Bangladesh National Parliament, was the Chief Guest who handed over the Memento titled as, ‘Alokito Shikkhabid’. Among others, Dr. SM Jahangir Alam, President, Amra Kuri and Mr Rafiqual Alam, Joint Editor, Daily Jugantor and Mr. Rokun Ud Doula, Additional Secretary, RAJUK were present on the dais.

The program was aired on BTV and NTV on the same day and news coverage published on various dailies on the following day.

Dr. Engr. ANM Ahmed Ullah, Associate Professor, Department of Textile Engineering of Southeast University achieved “Human Rights Shining Personality Award-2017” on 08 December 2017 for his contribution in textile industry and education.

“Swadhinata Sangsad” gave the award on a discussion titled “State Responsibilities to Implement Human Rights and the Responsibility of Citizens” held at Professor Akhter Imam Auditorium, Segunbagicha, Dhaka.

Md. Siddiqur Rahman Mia, Honorable Justice of Appellate Division of Bangladesh Supreme Court, was the Chief Guest where Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin,Vice-Chancellor of Southeast University was present as Special Guest. Peerrjada Shahidul Harun, Additional Secretary of Ministry of Finance, GOB, Film Actress Natun, H.M Mehedy Hasan, Vice-Chairman of Bangladesh Chhatra League of Dhaka district, Freedom Fighter Md. Enamul Haque, Chairman, International Human Rights were present in the seminar while Veteran Freedom Fighter K.S.N.M. Jahurul Islam Khan, Adviser of “Swadhinata Sangsad” presided over the program.

Swadhinata Sangsad, a non-political, cultural and social welfare organization established in 1991 aimed to rejuvenate the new generation upholding the history of liberation war and ethics.

The Department of Law and Justice of Southeast University organized a Seminar on “Road to Higher Education for Law Graduates” on 27 December 2017 at its Main Building, Seminar Hall, Banani, Dhaka.

Mr. Md. Asaduzzaman, Chairman, Department of Law and Justice delivered the Introductory Speech while Mr. Md. Ashraful Islam, Assistant Professor, Dept. of Law & Justice conducted the program.



Ms. Mahmuda Nasrin, Former Associate Professor, King Khalid University, Saudi Arabia and Khulna University, Bangladesh and An Ontario Certified Social Worker Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant & Commissioner of Oaths, Mr. Kazi Shahinul Hasan, Chief Executive Officer, Imperial Consultant Services and Mr. Mir Mozammel Ali, Manager, DCS Educare, Bangladesh were the Keynote Presenters of the Seminar.

At the end of the program, Mr. Md. Asaduzzaman, Chairman, Dept. of Law & Justice delivered the Vote of Thanks. Faculty members and students of Law & Justice department were present in the program.

Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Hon’ble Representative Trustee, BOT, SEU Trust attended the program as Chief Guest while Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Hon’ble Vice Chancellor of Southeast University presided over the Workshop, Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Adviser, Board of Trustees, SEU Trust attended the program as Guest of Honor.

Deans of different Faculties, Chairmen & Directors of different departments, full-time teachers and top level administrative executives participated at the workshop.

'Digital World 2017' will be held from December 6th through 8th of 2017 at Bangabandhu International Conference Center (BICC). This campus awareness seminar was held as a part of this Digital World 2017 program. The speakers of the seminar talked about the investors, innovators, entrepreneurs, industry leaders and IT workforce of the country. Mr. Shahriar Manzoor, Chairman & Assistant Professor, Department of CSE, Mr. Hasan Tareque, Sr. Lecturer of CSE Department along with 150 students were present in the seminar. The seminar was very cheerful. At the end of the seminar, the students participated in a quiz. The top scorers from that quiz received prizes from the guests.

Dr. M. S. Kabir Jewel, Associate Professor (CC) & Unit Head, Department of Psychiatry, Sir Salimullah Medical College & Mitford Hospital, Psychiatry (Mental Health, Drug Abuse, Depression, etc.) and Dr. SMG Saklayen, Assistant Professor & Associate Consultant, Vascular Endovascular & Laser Specialist Surgeon, Ibrahim Cardiac Hospital presented their valuable speech on “মন ভালো তো সব ভালো” at the Lecture Session.

Among others, Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Hon’ble Adviser, Board of Trustees, SEU Trust, , Prof. Meer Mobashsher Ali, Chairman, Department of Architecture, Chairmen of different departments, faculty members, students, Officers attended the program.

Among others, Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Hon’ble Representative Member, Board of Trustees, Southeast University Trust, Prof. Dr. Md. Abdul Hakim, Dean, School of Arts & Social Sciences participated the program.

The students celebrated the day-long Cultural Program and Prize giving Ceremony. They performed song, dance, drama and recitation. Teachers, Students & Officers of the University were gathered in the cultural program. Dr. Md. Siddiqul Islam, Chairman of the department of Pharmacy delivered the vote of thanks.

After that, winners collected their prizes and certificates from the honorable guests. The top five scorers from this contest were selected to represent Southeast University in the upcoming “9th National Undergraduate Mathematics Olympiad 2017” which will be held in Dhaka University of Engineering & Technology, Gazipur on 1st December. The top five students of the event are:

1. Amina Rahman ( ID - 2015000000118 ) [ Champion ]
2. Sourav Chowdhury ( ID - 2015100000016 ) [ 1st Runner-up ]
3. Tanvir Ahmed ( ID - 2016100000008 ) [ 2nd Runner-up ]
4. Joyonto Karmakar ( ID - 2017000000252 ) [ 4th Place ]
5. Abdul Kayum ( ID - 2017000000031 ) [ 5th Place ]

জাতির জনক বঙ্গবন্ধু শেখ মুজিবুর রহমানের ঐতিহাসিক ৭ মার্চের ভাষণ ইউনেস্কোর মেমোরি অব দি ওয়ার্ল্ড ইন্টারন্যাশনাল রেজিস্টারে অন্তর্ভূক্তির মাধ্যমে “বিশ্বপ্রামাণ্য ঐতিহ্যে”-র স্বীকৃতি পাওয়ার অসামান্য অর্জনকে সারা দেশে পালনের অংশ হিসেবে গত ২৫ নভেম্বর ২০১৭ তারিখ শনিবার সাউথইস্ট বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের শিক্ষক-শিক্ষার্থী ও কর্মকর্তাবৃন্দ যথাযোগ্য মর্যাদা ও আনন্দের সাথে বিভিন্ন প্রকার ব্যানার ও ফেস্টুনসহ শোভাযাত্রা কর্মসূচিতে অংশগ্রহণ করে। এ শোভাযাত্রাটি বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের তেজগাঁওস্থ স্থায়ী ক্যাম্পাস থেকে শুরু হয়ে রাজধানীর সোহরাওয়ার্দী উদ্যানে অনুষ্ঠিত সমাবেশে গিয়ে শেষ হয়। উক্ত শোভাযাত্রাটির নেতৃত্ব দেন সাউথইস্ট বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের ইলেক্ট্রিক্যাল এন্ড ইলেক্ট্রনিক ইঞ্জিনিয়ারিং বিভাগের চেয়ারম্যান ড. প্রকৌশলী মুহিবুল হক ভূঞা।

The Department of Economics, Southeast University (SEU) organized a program on “Sharing Ideas with the Class Representatives (CRs) on Co-curricular and Extra-curricular Activities” on 23 November 2017. The program took place in Room No: 201 of Building-4 of Southeast University at Block-B, Banani, Dhaka. Dr. Kazi Tanvir Mahmud, Chairman, Department of Economics inaugurated the program. All other faculty members and students participated in the program. Students expressed their insights regarding co-curricular and extra-curricular activities of the department.

Southeast University in association with Prothom Alo Chakri.com has organized a two-days long JOB FAIR on 25-26 November 2017 at the permanent campus of Southeast University, Tejgaon, Dhaka. More than 62 leading employers of the country participated in the Job Fair. This job fair has provided a platform for the potential job candidates to meet the potential employers, and the employers had an opportunity to identify the candidates with requisite qualifications and skills. Final year students and recent graduates of SEU attended the job fair.

Mr. Anisul Islam Mahmud, Honorable Minister, Ministry of Water Resources, Government of Bangladesh was present at the inaugural ceremony of the Job Fair as the Chief Guest.



Mr. Kazi Akram Uddin Ahmed, Founder Chairman, Standard Bank Ltd & Former President, FBCCI, was present in the inaugural ceremony as Special Guest. Mr. Md. Rezaul Karim, Chairman, Board of Trustees, Southeast University Trust attended the ceremony as the Guest of Honour.

In the afternoon on 25 November at 3.30 pm a Seminar held on “Impact of Soft Skills on Career Success: Employers’ Perspectives”. Mr. Abdul Matlub Ahmad, Chairman, Nitol Niloy Group and Former President FBCCI, was present as the Chief Guest in the seminar. Mr. Musharrof Hossain, President, BSHRM & APFHRM and Head of Human Resource Management, ICDDR,B presented the Keynote paper at the Seminar. Mr. Quazi M. Ahmed, President, Bangladesh Organization for Learning & Development (BOLD) participated the program as the Special Guest.



On 26 November at 11.00 am a another Seminar held on “Global Transition in Career Skills: Employers’ Expectations from University Graduates”. Mr. Md. Tabarak Hossain Bhuiyan, Managing Director and CEO, Prime Bank Investment Ltd. presented the Keynote Paper. Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Honorable Representative Member, Board of Trustees, Southeast University Trust, delivered his valuable speech as the Chief Guest. He addressed the Vision of Southeast University to develop the University as International World Class Institute by 2030. Mr. Quazi Mohammad Shahed, Chief Human Resource Officer, Grameen Phone Ltd. attended the program as the Special Guest.

The programme was attended by respected Members of the Board of Trustees & Adviser, Registrar, Deans of different schools, Chairmen & Directors of different departments, faculty members, students, media personalities and host of eminent persons.

A grand gala celebrating 15th Anniversary of Southeast University took place on November 22, 2017 at the Permanent Campus of the University at Tejgaon, Dhaka.

The ceremony was inaugurated by the Chief Guest Mr.Asaduzzaman Khan Kamal, MP, Hon’ble Minister, Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh. He expressed his satisfaction at the progress of the university in the last 15 years and congratulated the Board of Trustees, administration and faculty members for strong leadership.

The ceremony was also attended by the Special Guest Mr Md. Rezaul Karim, Hon’ble Chairman, Board of Trustees, Southeast University Trust. He highlighted the standard of education and environment of the university, facilities of the students and above all, the overall success and the development of the university within 15 years. He expressed his firm conviction of transforming the university into a world class institution by the year 2030.



The ceremony was presided over by Professor Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Hon’ble Vice Chancellor, Southeast University. He presented the future plan of the university along with its success in 15 years.

The programme was also attended by respected Members of the Board of Trustees, Adviser, Treasurer, Emeritus Professor, Registrar, Deans of different schools, Chairmen of different departments, faculty members, students, media personalities and host of eminent persons. The faculty members and students of the university held a rally to mark this occasion. They also took part in colourful cultural programme. The ceremony came to an end with the magnificent musical performance by the famous singers Ferdous Wahid and Habib Wahid.

One of the most popular Radio Channels of Bangladesh Radio Foorti broadcasted live interview of Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Honorable Vice Chancellor of Southeast University and Ms. Aliya Shahnoor Ameen, Assistant Professor, Department of English on the occasion of the 15th Anniversary of Southeast University on November 20, 2017 at 11am. The live interview was hosted by RJ Sarzina. In his interview Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin highlighted the glorious 15 year journey of Southeast University and its mission and vision. He also focused on different activities and initiatives taken by the University to celebrate the 15th Anniversary in a befitting manner. He also shared memorable experiences of his long and charismatic teaching life. Ms. Ameen highlighted some captivating moments of the campus life to mark the 15th Anniversary of Southeast University. She also talked about the day’s proceedings of the gala event and the registration procedure. It must be mentioned here that Radio Foorti will live play the songs of Kawsar Ahmed Bijon, student of the Department of Law, Southeast University on 21 November 2017 at 5pm. It will also play the songs of a very popular singer Pratik Hasan, an alumnus of Southeast University on November 22, 2017.

Southeast University (SEU) arranged a Get Together Program for Exchanging Views with Media Persons on the occasion of 15th anniversary of the University on 16 November 2017 at the Seminar Hall of SEU Permanent Campus at Tejgaon, Dhaka.

Mr. Md. Rezaul Karim, Hon’ble Chairman, Board of Trustees, Southeast University Trust welcomed the Media Persons. He thanked them for their presence. In his welcome speech, he highlighted the views about the vision of Southeast University to become a World Class University by 2030.

The Editors of different Press & Electronic media shared their opinions during the open discussion program. Mr. Golam Sarwar, Editor, the Daily Samakal, Mr. Imdadul Haque Milan, Editor of the Daily Kalerkantho, Mr. Z. I. Mamun, Chief News Editor, ATN Bangla, Mr. Dewan Hanif Mahmud, Editor, the Daily Bonik Barta delivered speeches at the program.



Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Hon’ble Vice Chancellor of SEU delivered the concluding speech at the program. He conveyed the vote of thanks to the media persons for their heartiest co-operation to Southeast University from the very beginning. He highlighted the major achievements of the university over the last 15 years and presented the future plan of activities. He invited all the media persons to attend the 15th Anniversary Celebration Program of Southeast University on 22nd November 2017.

Among others, Hon’ble Members, Board of Trustees, Southeast University Trust, Treasurer, Adviser to BOT, Registrar & high officials of SEU were present at the program. More than 70 media persons attended the program.

Two students of Architecture Department, SEU have been awarded for their thesis projects in an international competition organized by A3 Foundation, Chandigarh, India. Mst. Fatema Shahiahan secured the award in sustainable design category and Amir Hamza in architectural thesis category. The projects were selected out of 300 entries from different countries. Mohammad Sazzad Hossain, Associate professor, Architecture department was the teacher of the thesis studio and also supervised the project of Mst. Fatema Shahiahan. Prof. Meer Mobashsher Ali supervised the project of Mr. Amir Hamza.

A3 Foundation promotes research, education and practices of sustainable and innovative architecture. The foundation organized the competition in two sections and one was for student only. The competition for students was in four categories-sustainable design, innovative design, innovation design, futuristic house design and architectural thesis. The award distribution ceremony will be held on 18 November in Chandigarh.

A Programming Contest team of Southeast University named “SEU_Kingpins” has secured 8th place among all private universities (University ranking 18th among all public and private universities) in ACM International Collegiate Programming Contest, Dhaka Site hosted by University of Asia Pacific on November 10-11, 2017. The members of “SEU_Kingpins” are Syed Intiser Ahsan, Shamin Asfaq and Kazi Fazle Azim Rabi. They solved five out of eleven problems. All of them are also very good students. Shamin and Rabi are 2nd in their respective batches and the merit position of Intiser is 3rd. Intiser has the highest rating among current students of Southeast University in most online programming contest sites. The official coach of this team was Md Ashiqur Rahman, Assistant Professor of CSE Department. The team was also trained by Rajon Bardhan, Lecturer and Coordinator of CSE Department. The Champion team of this contest was BUET Dracarys. They will represent BUET and Bangladesh in ACM International Collegiate Programming Contest 2018 - World Finals to be held in Beijing China during April 15 to April 20, 2018.

The Chairman of CSE Department, Southeast University Mr. Shahriar Manzoor was the Judging Director and Problemsetter of this contest while Coordinator of CSE Department Mr. Monirul Hasan was a Judge and Problemsetter of the Contest. The Chief Judge of this contest was renowned professor Prof. Dr. M. Kaykobad of CSE Department, BUET. It may be mentioned that ACM International Collegiate Programming Contest (ACM ICPC) is the oldest, largest and most prestigious programming contest of the World. Top universities of the world (Like MIT, Stanford, Fudan University, Tsinghua University, Nanyang Technological University, National University of Singapore) participate in this contest every year for the Championship.

Dr. Mehe Zebunnesa Rahman, Director of BBA Program & Dr. Sohela Mustari, Director of, IRT of Southeast University participated at the International Conference on Mountains in the Changing World (MoChWo) in Nepal. The event was held between 27-28 October, 2017. The International Conference on “Mountains in the Changing World” aims to provide a forum for international/national scholars, researchers, policy maker and students with opportunity to share their research findings and knowledge related to various aspects of mountains.



Dr. Mehe Zebunnesa Rahman presented her research paper titled “Waste to Wealth: Sustainable livelihood of Waste Workers in Bangladesh” in the International Conference.

Dr Al-Sakib Khan Pathan, Associate Professor, Department of Computer Science and Engineering, Southeast University has very recently been elected as the Editor in Chief of International Journal of Computers and Applications.

University Management is very delighted that Dr. Sakib could put name of Southeast University in an international journal that is highly regarded in Computer Science and Computer Engineering field. He now replaces a senior and renowned professor Prof. Wanlei (PhD in 1991). This kind of feat is very rare among academicians of Computer Science and Computer Engineering background working in Bangladeshi Universities.

Dr. Sakib also visited Canada in July 2017 to attend the 1st EAI International Conference on Smart Grid Assisted Internet of Things. He was the general Chair of that conference.

Mr. Arafat Khan, Student of 27th Batch, Department of Textile Engineering and Mr. Nayeem Hossain Tanjir, Student of 26th Batch, Department of English of Southeast University got award (For Best Editing) at International Inter-University Short Film Festival – Lights Camera Action-2017 was organized by United International University (UIU) on 31st October 2017. They are active members of Cultural & Movie Club of Southeast University. Dr. Rezbin Nahar, Assistant Professor of the School of Business Studies was the Moderator of the Club. The authority of Southeast University has congratulated them for their brilliant achievement.

Freshers’ Reception & Orientation Program of the newly admitted students of Fall Semester 2017 under the School of Arts & Social Sciences of Southeast University (SEU) was held on 05 November 2017 at the Seminar hall, SEU Campus 4 (Library Building), Banani, Dhaka-1213.

Hon’ble Vice Chancellor of SEU Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin chaired the session. Hon’ble Representative Trustee, BOT, SEU Trust Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury delivered his speech as Chief Guest and inspired them to make best use of their University life. He also explained his views about the vision of converting Southeast University to a World class University by 2030.

Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed, SPP, psc (Retd), Registrar of SEU welcomed newly enrolled students. He discussed about rules, regulations and facilities of the University. Prof. Dr. Md. Abdul Hakim, Dean, School of Arts & Social Sciences introduced respective faculty members to the students.

Among others, Prof. Syed Fakhrul Hassan, Dean, School of Science & Engineering, chairmen & faculty members of different departments of SASS, officials of SEU and newly enrolled students were present at the program.

Department of Law and Justice of Southeast University (SEU) organized Constitution Day Seminar 2017 titled “Role of Lawyers in the Administration of Justice” on 4th November 2017.

Mr. Md. Asaduzzaman, Chairman, Department of Law and Justice delivered Welcome Speech while Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Hon’ble Vice Chancellor of SEU presided over the program. Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Hon’ble Representative Trustee, BOT, SEU Trust delivered his valuable speech as the Chief Guest. Mr. Kazi Md. Nazibullah Hiro, Hon’ble Chairman, Legal Education Committee of Bangladesh Bar Council presented the Key Note Paper in the Seminar.

Among others, Deans, Chairmen of different departments, faculty members & students of the department of Law & Justice, high officials of SEU were attended the Seminar.

Mr.Arfan Ahmed, Lecturer & Academic Coordinator LLB (Hons.) program delivered the vote of thanks.

Institutional Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) of Southeast University (SEU) organized a Workshop on “Preparation of Five-Year Improvement Plan of Academic Departments” on 02 November 2017 at the Seminar Hall of the SEU Main Building, Banani, Dhaka.

Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Hon’ble Vice Chancellor of SEU chaired the session while Prof. Dr. Md. Abdul Hakim, Director of IQAC, SEU delivered the welcome speech. Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Hon’ble Representative Trustee, BOT, SEU Trust attended the program as the Guest of Honor and Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Adviser, BOT, SEU Trust was present as the Special Guest and delivered his valuable speech highlighting the views of BOT about the vision of converting Southeast University to a World class University by 2030.



Prof. Dr. Sanjoy Kumar Adhikary, Head, Quality Assurance Unit (QAU), HEQEP-UGC Bangladesh was present at the program as the Chief Guest and Principal Resource Person and Dr. Ahmed Tazmeen, Quality Assurance Specialist, HEQEP-UGC was present as Resource Person. They gave presentations on “Preparation of Five-Year Improvement Plan of Academic Departments”.

Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed, SPP, psc (Retd), Registrar of SEU and all heads and members of Self Assessment Committee (SAC), all Chairs, Directors and Coordinators from different departments of SEU participated at the Workshop.

Electrical and Electronic Engineering Department of Southeast University (SEU) organized a seminar on “Robotics and Artificial Intelligence” on 30 October 2017 at 03:00 pm at the Permanent Campus, Tejgaon, Dhaka. Mr. Md. Hafizul Imran, Lead Developer of Dbot and Founder Chairman, Bangladesh Robotics Foundation was the Presenter of the Seminar.



In his presentation, Mr. Imran showed various aspects of robotics and how to design a robot. He also explained various theoretical and practical issues of robot design works. Then he shared his practical experiences with the students and encouraged them to work on robotics.

At the end of the program, Dr. Engr. Muhibul Haque Bhuyan, Chairman, Department of EEE presented a Crest to Presenter. He also asked students to design robots and to do research on robotics. Most of the Faculty Members and a very good number of students of the Department of EEE attended the program.

Professor Dr. Mohammad Salek, School of Business Studies and Dr. Engr. Muhibul Haque Bhuyan, Chairman, Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering of Southeast University achieved the Bangladesh Education Leadership Awards 2017 from South Asian Partnership Summit and Business Excellence Award-2017 at the Hotel Le Meridien, Dhaka on 29 October 2017. They received the Awards from Mr. Zunaid Ahmed Palak, State Minister for Information, Communication and Technology Ministry, Govt. of the Peoples’ Republic of Bangladesh.



In the Program, Professor Dr. Mohammad Salek was awarded Certificate as the Best Professor in Business Studies and Dr. Engr. Muhibul Haque Bhuyan was awarded Certificate as the Best Professor in Electrical Engineering. The Awards of the highest stature are represented to Individuals and Institutions who have surpassed several levels of excellence, set an example of being a role model, and showed Exemplary Leadership in their professional fields.

The awarding ceremony was organized by the “South Asian Partnership, New Delhi, India”. Dr. R. L. Bhatia, Chief Editor and Founder of World CSR Day and World Sustainability conducted the program as part of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR).

As a part of celebration of 15 Years of success, Games and Sports Club of SEU organized a “Sports Week-2017” from 29 October at the Main Building, Banani, Dhaka. Sports Week were inaugurated by Hon’ble Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin and Hon’ble Representative Trustee, BOT, SEU Trust Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury.



Mr. Md. Mosiqur Rahman, Senior Lecturer and Mr. Md. Rajdoula Rafi, Lecture Dept. of Pharmacy were the Moderators of the Games & Sports Club of SEU. Football and some indoor games like Carom, Ludo, Table Tennis, Chess etc. will be played amongst the students of various departments during this Sports Week.

Institute of Research & Training (IRT) of Southeast University (SEU) organized a workshop on “Developing Research Efficiency using Mendeley Reference Management Software”. The workshop was held on 26th October 2017 at the Computer Lab of SEU main building at Banani, Dhaka.



Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Hon’ble Adviser of BOT, SEU Trust inaugurated the workshop and delivered introductory speech. Mr. Md. Mubassir Ahsan, Assistant Librarian (Library In-Charge) delivered his speech highlighting the importance of “Developing Research Efficiency using Mendeley Reference Management Software”. He also discussed on various key issues of Management Software. A total number of 36 faculty members from departments of Architecture, Textile, Islamic Studies, EEE, Law & Justice, SBS, English & CSE participated in the workshop.

সাউথইস্ট বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ে অগ্নি নির্বাপন বিষয়ে আলোচনা সভা এবং মহড়া গত ২৬ অক্টোবর ২০১৭ সকাল ১০টায় বিশ্বদ্যিালয়ের মূল ভবন (বনানী) এবং স্থায়ী ভবন (তেজগাঁও) - এ অনুষ্ঠিত হয়।



উক্ত অনুষ্ঠানে সাইটেক ফায়ার ফাইটিং ইকুইপমেন্ট-এর পরিচালক জনাব মোঃ ওয়ালি উল্লাহ সাউথইস্ট বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের কর্মকর্তা-কর্মচারীদের অগ্নি নির্বাপন বিষয়ে প্রশিক্ষণ প্রদান করেন। অনুষ্ঠানে বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের সকল প্রোগ্রাম অফিসার, সেকশন অফিসার, ল্যাব এ্যাসিস্ট্যান্ট, ল্যাব এ্যাটেনডেন্ট, টেকনিশিয়ান, ড্রাইভার, ওএসএস, ক্লিনার এবং সিকিউরিটি গার্ড উপস্থিত ছিলেন। আলোচনা শেষে বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের উপ-রেজিস্ট্রার স্কোয়াড্রন লীডার মোঃ মাহমুদুল করিম, পিএসসি (অব:)-এর উপস্থিতিতে বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের মূল ভবনের ছাদে এবং স্থায়ী ক্যাম্পাসের মাঠে অগ্নি নির্বাপন বিষয়ে প্রতক্ষ মহড়া অনুষ্ঠিত হয়।

Center for Modern Languages of Southeast University (SEU) organized a Certificate Giving Ceremony for the participants of English for General Purpose (EGP) Course on 25 October 2017 at the Seminar Hall, Main Building, Banani, Dhaka.

Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Hon’ble Vice Chancellor of Southeast University was present as the Chief Guest while Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Hon’ble Representative Trustee, BOT, Southeast University Trust was present as Guest of Honor. Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Adviser, Board of Trustees, SEU Trust and Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed, SPP, psc (Retd.) attended the ceremony as Special Guests. Mr. Harunur Rashid Khan, Director, Center for Modern Languages and Chairman, Department of English delivered the Welcome Speech.



At the end of the program Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Hon’ble Vice Chancellor distributed certificates among the participants. Faculty members of English department were present at the program.

The Cultural & Movie Club of Southeast University (SEU) organized Promotional Campaign of the Movie “DOOB” on 24 October 2017 at the Seminar Hall, Main Building, Banani, Dhaka.

Dr. Razbin Nahar, Assistant Professor, School of Business Studies delivered the Introductory Speech. Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed, SPP, psc (Retd.) delivered Welcome Speech as Special Guest. Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, the Hon’ble Vice Chancellor of Southeast University was present as the Chief Guest.

Eminent Film Maker & Actor Mostafa Sarwar Farooki and Actress Nusrat Imrose Tisha attended the program with their Team Members of Chirkutt Band who presented two songs.

Department of Textile Engineering of Southeast University (SEU) arranged a rally to observed the Community Cleaning Day-2017 on 23 October 2017 at 9.00 am around the areas of permanent campus, Tejgaon, Dhaka.

Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Hon’ble Vice Chancellor of Southeast University was present as the Chief Guest while Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Hon’ble Representative Trustee, BOT, Southeast University Trust attended the program as Guest of Honor. Prof. Syed Fakhrul Hassan, Dean, School of Science & Engineering and Chairman, Dept. of Textile Engineering conducted the program. As a part of the Community Cleaning Day, students and faculties cleaned the surrounding areas of Permanent Campus.



Among others, Professor Emeritus of SEU Dr. M. Shamsher Ali, Prof. Meer Mobashsher Ali, Chairman, Department of Architecture, Faculty Members, students and employees of Southeast University attended the Program.

Department of Career Services (DCS) of Southeast University (SEU) in collaboration with Creative Wings organized a Workshop on “WordPress Website Development” on October 23, 2017 at the Seminar Hall, Main Building, Banani, Dhaka.

Prof. Dr. Nargis Akhter, School of Business Studies and Director, Department of Career Services delivered the introductory Speech. Mr. Abir Mallick, Adobe Certified Educator was the presenter.

The objective of the workshop was to educate the students in developing their skills needed for their future career. The trainers discussed about Job activities, Internship Program, IT Skills Development and WordPress Design etc. A total 75 students from different departments participated in the Workshop.

An Orientation Program for new Administrative Staff who joined from May to October 2017 at Southeast University (SEU) held on 22 October 2017 at the Seminar Hall, SEU Main Building, Banani, Dhaka.

Major Asifur Rahman Mahi (Retd.), Deputy Registrar, Department Human Resources gave brief introduction about the university. He discussed about SEU Organogram, rules & regulations, code of conduct, dress code, punctuality, leave procedure, process of submitting application, etc.



Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed, SPP, psc (Retd), Registrar of SEU conducted the question and answer session. Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Hon’ble Adviser of BOT, SEU Trust delivered speech highlighting vision of BOT of converting Southeast University to a World class University by 2030. Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Hon’ble Representative Trustee of the Board of Trustees, Southeast University Trust also delivered concluding speech highlighting his views about the vision of the University.

Southeast University (SEU) arranged a meeting to exchange views between Class Representatives (SBS) and University Management on 21 October 2017 at 3.30 pm at the Seminar Hall, SEU main Building, Banani, Dhaka.

Hon’ble Vice Chancellor of SEU Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin delivered his introductory speech. Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed, SPP, psc (Retd), Registrar of SEU welcomed the Class Representatives and discussed about the availability of University existing facilities and short comming. He also explained what should be the role of Student Representatives



Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Hon’ble Adviser of BOT, SEU Trust delivered his valuable speech explaining the vision of the University. Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Hon’ble Representative Trustee of the Board of Trustees, Southeast University Trust was present at the ceremony. Class Representatives put forward their opinions at the open discussion to the SEU management and the authority accepted their opinions with grace. Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Hon’ble Vice Chancellor also delivered his concluding speech highlighting the views of Hon’ble Representative Trustee of BOT about the vision of converting Southeast University to a World Class University by 2030.

About 96 class representatives of the School of Business Studies attended the program.

Southeast University (SEU) arranged a meeting to exchange views between Student Advisers (SBS) and University Management on 21 October 2017 at the Seminar Hall, SEU main Building, Banani, Dhaka.

Hon’ble Vice Chancellor of SEU Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin welcomed the student Advisers. He delivered his introductory speech on the program. Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed, SPP, psc (Retd), Registrar of SEU welcomed the student advisers & discussed points that to be communicated to students during councel session.



Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Hon’ble Representative Trustee of the Board of Trustees, Southeast University Trust delivered concluding speech highlighting his views about the vision of converting Southeast University to a World class University by 2030. Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Hon’ble Adviser of BOT, SEU Trust presented his plan for proper student advising system and method. Students Advisers put forward their opinions at the open discussion sessions.

About 31 student advisers of the School of Business Studies attended the program.

Department of Career Services (DCS) of Southeast University (SEU) in collaboration with NRBjobs.com organized a half day Workshop divided into two Sessions on “Career Counseling and Effective CV Writing” on October 17, 2017 at the Seminar Hall, Main Building, Banani, Dhaka.

Prof. Dr. Nargis Akhter, School of Business Studies and Director, Department of Career Services delivered the welcome speech. Mr. Nahid Ferdous Auny, Head of Business, NRBjobs.com, Mr. Mushfiqur Rahman, Head of Business, NRBjobs were present in the workshop. Mr. Mahbube Elahi Chowdhury, Managing Director, NRBjobs Limited shared his views at the end of workshop.



The objective of the workshop was to educate the students in developing their skills needed for their future career. The trainers discussed about skill development & different techniques of CV writing.

Mr. Masud Rayhan, Performance Trainer & Performance Enhancement Catalyst gave presentation at the First Session and Mr. ABM Yusuf Ali Khan, General Manager (HR), Crown Cement Group gave presentation at the Second Session. A total 230 students from different departments participated in the Workshop.

সাউথইস্ট বিশ্ববিদ্যালয় কর্তৃপক্ষ শিক্ষার্থীদের অভিভাবকদের সাথে গত ১৪ অক্টোবর ২০১৭ তারিখ বিকাল ৩.৩০ টায় বিশ্বদ্যিালয়ের মূল ক্যাম্পাসের সেমিনার হল বনানীতে মতবিনিময় সভা অনুষ্ঠিত হয়।

সাউথইস্ট বিশ্ববিদ্যালয় কর্তৃপক্ষ শিক্ষার্থীদের অভিভাবকদের সাথে গত ১৪ অক্টোবর ২০১৭ তারিখ বিকাল ৩.৩০ টায় বিশ্বদ্যিালয়ের মূল ক্যাম্পাসের সেমিনার হল বনানীতে মতবিনিময় সভা অনুষ্ঠিত হয়।

সাউথইস্ট বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের মাননীয় উপাচার্য অধ্যাপক ড. এএনএম মেশকাত উদ্দীন অনুষ্ঠানে আগত অভিভাবকদের স্বাগত জানিয়ে প্রারম্ভিক বক্তব্য প্রদান করেন। অনুষ্ঠানে স্বাগত বক্তব্য প্রদান করেন বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের রেজিস্ট্রার মেজর জেনারেল কাজী ফকরুদ্দীন আহমেদ, এসপিপি, পিএসসি (অবঃ)। তিনি শিক্ষার মান উন্নয়নের জন্য বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের প্রদেয় সুযোগ-সুবিধা এবং ছাত্র-ছাত্রীদের করণীয় বিষয়াদি সম্পর্কে অভিভাবকদেরকে সামনে তুলে ধরেন। ক্লাস শেষে ছাত্র-ছাত্রীরা সঠিক সময়ে বাসায় ফিরছে কি-না এবং ভালবন্ধুদের সাথে মিশছে কি-না সে বিষয়ে খেয়াল রাখার জন্য তিনি অভিভাবকদের পরামর্শ দেন।



বোর্ড অব ট্রাস্টিজ, সাউথইস্ট বিশ্ববিদ্যালয় ট্রাস্ট-এর সম্মানিত চেয়ারম্যান জনাব মোঃ রেজাউল করিম-এর পক্ষ থেকে মূল্যবান বক্তব্য প্রদান করেন বোর্ডের সম্মানিত সদস্য জনাব এম. কামালউদ্দিন চৌধুরী। তিনি বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়কে আন্তর্জাতিক মান স¤পন্ন শিক্ষা প্রতিষ্ঠান এবং বিশ্বের অন্যতম বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ে রূপান্তর করার দৃঢ় প্রত্যয় ব্যক্ত করেন। অনুষ্ঠানে আরও বক্তব্য রাখেন বোর্ড অব ট্রাস্টিজ এবং সাউথইস্ট বিশ্ববিদ্যালয় ট্রাস্ট-এর সম্মানিত উপদেস্টা অধ্যাপক ড. এএফএম মফিজুল ইসলাম।

উক্ত অনুষ্ঠানে বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের বর্তমান শিক্ষার মান, শিক্ষার পরিবেশ, প্রশাসনিক সুযোগ-সুবিধাসহ প্রাসঙ্গিক নানাবিধ বিষয় নিয়ে বিশ্ববিদ্যালয় কর্তৃপক্ষের সাথে অভিভাবকদের মতবিনিময় হয়। অভিভাবকবৃন্দ বিশ্ববিদ্যালয় কর্তৃপক্ষের কাছে তাদের নানাবিধ মতামত তুলে ধরেন এবং তাদের পরামর্শ বিশ্ববিদ্যালয় কর্তৃপক্ষ সাদরে গ্রহণ করেন। অনুষ্ঠানে আনুমানিক ১০০ জন অভিভাবক অংশ গ্রহণ করেন।

উক্ত মতবিনিময় সভায় উপস্থিত ছিলেন স্কুল অব আর্টস এন্ড সোস্যাল সায়েন্সেস-এর ডিন অধ্যাপক ড. মোঃ আব্দুল হাকিম, বিজ্ঞান ও প্রকৌশল অনুষদের ডিন অধ্যাপক সৈয়দ ফখরুল হাসান, বিভিন্ন বিভাগের পরিচালক, বিভাগীয় চেয়ারম্যানবৃন্দ ও উচ্চ পদস্থ কর্মকর্তাবৃন্দ।

সাউথইস্ট বিশ্ববিদ্যালয় কর্তৃপক্ষ শিক্ষার্থীদের সাথে খোলা মন নিয়ে আজ ১৪ অক্টোবর ২০১৭ বেলা ১১.০০টায় বিশ্বদ্যিালয়ের মূল ক্যাম্পাসের সেমিনার হল বনানীতে মতবিনিময় সভার আয়োজন করেন।

সাউথইস্ট বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের মাননীয় উপাচার্য অধ্যাপক ড. এএনএম মেশকাত উদ্দিন অনুষ্ঠানে প্রারম্ভিক বক্তব্য প্রদান করেন। অনুষ্ঠানে স্বাগত বক্তব্য প্রদান করেন বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের রেজিস্ট্রার মেজর জেনারেল কাজী ফকরুদ্দীন আহমেদ, এসপিপি, পিএসসি (অবঃ)। তিনি শিক্ষার্থীদের বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের নিয়মকানুন, করণীয় এবং বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের প্রদেয় সুযোগ-সুবিধা সম্পর্কে বিস্তারিত ধারণা দেন।

বোর্ড অব ট্রাস্টিজ, সাউথইস্ট বিশ্ববিদ্যালয় ট্রাস্ট-এর সম্মানিত চেয়ারম্যান জনাব মোঃ রেজাউল করিম-এর পক্ষ থেকে মূল্যবান বক্তব্য প্রদান করেন বোর্ডের সম্মানিত সদস্য জনাব এম. কামালউদ্দিন চৌধুরী। তিনি বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়কে আন্তর্জাতিক মান স¤পন্ন শিক্ষা প্রতিষ্ঠান এবং বিশ্বের অন্যতম বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ে রূপান্তর করার দৃঢ় প্রত্যয় ব্যক্ত করেন। অনুষ্ঠানে আরও বক্তব্য রাখেন বোর্ড অব ট্রাস্টিজ এবং সাউথইস্ট বিশ্ববিদ্যালয় ট্রাস্ট-এর সম্মানিত উপদেস্টা অধ্যাপক ড. এএফএম মফিজুল ইসলাম।



উক্ত অনুষ্ঠানে বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের বর্তমান শিক্ষার মান, শিক্ষার পরিবেশ, প্রশাসনিক সুযোগ-সুবিধাসহ প্রাসঙ্গিক নানাবিধ বিষয় নিয়ে বিশ্ববিদ্যালয় কর্তৃপক্ষের সাথে ছাত্র-ছাত্রীদের মতবিনিময় হয়। শিক্ষার্থীরাও বিশ্ববিদ্যালয় কর্তৃপক্ষের কাছে তাদের নানাবিধ মতামত তুলে ধরেন এবং তাদের পরামর্শ বিশ্ববিদ্যালয় কর্তৃপক্ষ সাদরে গ্রহণ করেন। অনুষ্ঠানে ১০০ জন শিক্ষার্থী অংশ গ্রহণ করেন।

উক্ত মতবিনিময় সভায় উপস্থিত ছিলেন স্কুল অব আর্টস এন্ড সোস্যাল সায়েন্সেস-এর ডিন অধ্যাপক ড. মোঃ আব্দুল হাকিম, বিজ্ঞান ও প্রকৌশল অনুষদের ডিন অধ্যাপক সৈয়দ ফখরুল হাসান, বিভিন্ন বিভাগের পরিচালক, বিভাগীয় চেয়ারম্যানবৃন্দ ও উচ্চ পদস্থ কর্মকর্তাবৃন্দ।

The Orientation Program of MBA (Evening) of Fall Semester-2017 of Southeast University (SEU) was held on 11 October 2017 at University Seminar Hall, Main Campus, Banani, Dhaka.

Registrar of SEU Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed, SPP, psc (Retd) welcomed newly enrolled students, while Honorable Vice Chancellor of SEU Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin chaired the session. Registrar discussed SEU rules and regulations, administrative code of conduct, process of Registration, etc. He emphasized to keep themselves away from drugs and anti state activities. Prof. Dr. Md. Hamid Ullah Bhuiyan introduced their respective teachers to the students.

Professor Dr. Hafiz G.A. Siddiqi, former Vice Chancellor, North South University was present as the Chief Guest. Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Hon’ble Representative Trustee of the Southeast University Trust attended the program as the Guest of Honor.



Guests of the program welcomed the newly admitted students with their inspiring words. They emphasized on both theoretical and practical knowledge. They wished them a happier stay at the University. They also suggested students to enlightened themselves. Guests also said the country and the nation would be benefitted by the new generation. So they should extend their helping hand for the helpless people of the country and nation.

Among others, Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Hon’ble Adviser of BOT, Prof. Dr. Md. Abdul Hakim, Dean, School of Arts & Social Sciences, Chairmen of different departments and faculty members of the School of Business Studies were present at the ceremony

Department of Architecture of Southeast University (SEU) organized a Final Jury Program as part of the Academic activities on 9th & 10th October 2017 at the Seminar Hall of the Permanent Campus, Tejgaon, Dhaka.

The Final Thesis Project of the graduating students were evaluated by a group of renowned architects called the Jury. Mr. Shah Alam Zahir, Architect, Professor Mohammad Ali Naqi, Architect & Vice Chancellor, Stamford University of Bangladesh, Professor Shamsul Wares, Architect & Professor, University of Asia Pacific, Architect Syed Mohammad Haroon Zafar, Head of Department, Department of Architecture, Fareast International University evaluated the Final Thesis Projects of the graduating students. A total of 24 students presented their Thesis Projects to the Jury Board.

Among others, Prof. Meer Mobashsher Ali, Chairman, Department of Architecture, Mohammad Sazzad Hossain, Associate Professor & Coordinator, Dept. of Architecture, Jubaida Gulshan Ara, Senior Lecture and Faculty Members, student of Architecture department of SEU were present at the program.

The 12th Syndicate Meeting of Southeast University (SEU) was held in the Conference Room at its Banani Campus on 5 October 2017. Hon’ble Vice Chancellor of SEU Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin chaired the meeting while Hon’ble Vice-Chairman of Board of Trustees, SEU Trust Mr. Alhaj M. Tajul Islam and Hon’ble Member of Board of Trustees, SEU Trust Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury attended the meeting. Among others, Hon’ble Adviser of Board of Trustees, SEU Trust Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Treasurer of SEU Prof. Meer Mobashsher Ali, Additional Secretary (Development), Ministry of Education, Dhaka Mr. Md. Mohiuddin Khan, Professor Dr. Muhammad Ziaulhaq Mamun, IBA, University of Dhaka, Dean of School of Science & Engineering, SEU Prof. Syed Fakhrul Hassan, Chairman of English Department, SEU Mr. Harunur Rashid Khan , Registrar of SEU Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed, SPP, psc (Retd), Deputy Secretary of Board of Trustees, SEUT Mr. Mohammad Tarik Al Jalil, Deputy Registrar (HR) Major Asifur Rahman Mahi (Retd) and Mr. Mofazzal Hossain, Controller of Examinations were present at the meeting.

Freshers’ Reception & Orientation Program of the newly admitted students of Fall Semester 2017 under the School of Science & Engineering of Southeast University (SEU) was held on 04 October 2017 in the Seminar Hall of its Permanent Campus, Tejgaon, Dhaka.

Professor Meer Mobashsher Ali, Chairman, Department of Architecture of SEU welcomed newly enrolled students. He discussed about the rules and regulations of the University.

Dr. Engr. Muhibul Haque Bhuyan, Associate Professor and Chairman, Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering delivered his valuable speech. He also inspired the students to make best use of their University life.



Mr. Shahriar Manzoor Asst. Professor & Chairman, Department of Computer Science and Engineering introduced the students with the Faculty members of the Department. Prof. Syed Fakhrul Hassan, Dean of School of Science & Engineering introduced faculty members to the students. He addressed the freshers’and inspired them to acquire knowledge and do innovative works.

Among others, Chairmen of different departments, faculty members, officials of SEU, newly enrolled students and their guardians were present at the program.

As a part of celebrating 15 years anniversary Southeast University (SEU) organized an Admission Festival for Fall Semester 2017 from 24 September to 28 September 2017 (9 am to 5 pm) at the Seminar Hall of the main building, SEU, Banani, Dhaka.



Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Hon’ble Vice Chancellor of SEU inaugurated the program this morning. Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Honorable Representative Member of BOT, SEU Trust, Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed, SPP, psc (Retd), Registrar of SEU, Prof. Dr. Md. Abdul Hakim, Dean, School of Arts & Social Sciences were present at the event. Directors, Chairmen and faculty members of different departments were also present at the Festival.

Students will avail 50% discount on Admission Fees during this festival. Subjects experts faculty members will be available for counseling on subject choice, job prospects and other academic issues.

Department of English of Southeast University (SEU) in collaboration with Bangladesh English Language Teachers Association (BELTA) and Teachers Helping Teachers (THT) organized a Two-Day-Long International Workshop on “New Techniques for a Classic Pedagogy: English Teaching in the 21st Century” on 21 September 2017 at the Seminar Hall of the Permanent Campus, Tejgaon, Dhaka.



Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, the Hon’ble Vice Chancellor of Southeast University was present as the Chief Guest while Professor Dr. Arifa Rahman, Institute of Modern Languages, University of Dhaka Chaired at the Inaugural Session. Professor Dr. Patrick Dougherty, Akita International University, Japan was present as the Special Guest and Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Hon’ble Representative of Board of Trustees, SEU Trust was present as the Guest of Honor. Mr. Harunur Rashid Khan, Associate Professor & Chairman of English Department, delivered the Welcome Speech.

Among others, Emeritus Professor Dr. M. Shamsher Ali, Chairmen of different departments, high officials of BELTA & SEU, faculty members of English department were present at the program.

Southeast University (SEU) organized a seminar titled Annual Lecture Series on “Ethics in Teaching and Research” on 21 September 2017 at the Seminar Hall of the main building, Banani, Dhaka. Dr. Salehuddin Ahmed, Professor of BRAC Business School and former Governor, Bangladesh Bank was present at the program as the Keynote Speaker. Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Hon’ble Vice Chancellor, Southeast University was present as Moderator at the seminar.



Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Hon’ble Representative Trustee of BOT, SEU Trust delivered his speech as Special Guest. Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Hon’ble Adviser of Board of Trustees, SEU Trust and Professor ABM Faroque, former Dean, Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Dhaka and Adviser of Pharmacy Department of Southeast University delivered their valuable speech as Discussants.

Among others, Emeritus Professor Dr. M. Shamsher Ali, Registrar of SEU Major Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed, SPP, psc (Retd), all Deans, Chairs, Directors, Faculty Members of all departments were present at the program.

Southeast University (SEU) organized an Orientation program on “Improving Faculty Competence under the Crash Program (October 2017-June 2018)” for the faculty members of different departments on 23 September 2017 at SEU Seminar hall, Banani, Dhaka. Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Honorable Vice Chancellor of SEU and Moderator of the Program delivered the welcome speech. Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Honorable Member, BOT, SEU Trust delivered the Message from the Honorable Chairman, Board of Trustees, SEU Trust.



Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Honorable Adviser of BOT, SEU Trust discussed about Questionnaire-Based Findings-Guidance, Suggestions and Directives. And Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Honorable Vice Chancellor of Southeast University also discussed about Observed Deficiencies and Suggestions for Improvement. Prof. Syed Fakhrul Hassan, Dean, School of Science & Engineering and Prof. Dr. Md. Abdul Hakim, Dean, School of Arts & Social Sciences were responded about the session at the event.

Among others, Maj. Gen. Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed, SPP, psc (Retd), Registrar of SEU Directors and Chairmen of different departments were present at the program.

Dr. Kazi Mohammad Tarique, Assistant Professor and Coordinator, MBA (Evening) Program, School of Business Studies, Southeast University (SEU) presented a paper titled “A Maqasid Based Performance Evaluation Index for Islamic Banks” on 23 August 2017 and Dr. Nur Hosain Md. Ariful Azim, Associate Professor, School of Business Studies presented a paper titled “Nonlinear Relationships and their applications” on 12 September 2017 in the Seminar Hall of main building, Banani, Dhaka as a part of regular lecture series of SBS which was organized by the School of Business Studies of Southeast University.



Dr. Mehe Zebunnesa Rahman, Director, BBA Program, SBS, SEU inaugurated both the programs. Dr. Kazi Mohammad Tarique & Dr. Nur Hosain Md. Ariful Azim shared their knowledge and experiences gained from their research works. Faculty members of SBS were present at the programs.

The Department of English of Southeast University (SEU) organized a student’s seminar titled ‘The Comparative Classroom’ on 28 August 2017 at the seminar hall, Building 4, Banani, Dhaka. The seminar focused on the importance of comparative literature.



Twelve papers were presented in the seminar and all of them were comparisons of English texts with Bangla texts or films. Mr. Harunur Rashid Khan, Associate Professor and Chair, Department of English, SEU and faculty members were present in the seminar. The chairperson congratulated the presenters and encouraged them to continue their good work. Ms Vikarun Nessa, Senior Lecturer of the department supervised the whole process.

Southeast University Social Welfare Club visited Dinajpur to help almost 250 flood affected people of Beerganj Thana on 30 August 2017. Mr. Md. Abu Nayeem, Moderator of the club visited along with active club members to the affected area of Beerganj, Dinajpur with some relief items (dry foods and medicines).

The club also distributed Eid clothings among the flood affected people. The club donated funds for repairing 15 destroyed homes of the poor villagers. Some school & college teachers and local representatives of Beerganj Thana were present and thanked students, staffs, officers, faculty members and university authorities for the generous support.

26th batch of Pharmacy department of Southeast University (SEU) organized Freshers’ Reception & Cultural Program for the newly admitted students of Summer Semester 2017. The program was held on 11 September 2017 in the Seminar hall, SEU main building, Banani, Dhaka.

Hon’ble Vice Chancellor of SEU Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin chaired the discussion session of the program while Dr. Md. Siddiqul Islam, Chairman of Pharmacy department delivered the welcome speech. Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Hon’ble Representative Member of the Board of Trustees, SEU Trust attended the program as the Guest of Honor. Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed, SPP, psc (Retd), Registrar of SEU was present at the program as the Special Guest.



Prof. A.B.M. Faroque, Professor & Former Dean, Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Dhaka and Advisor of Pharmacy department, SEU was present at the program as the Chief Guest. He discussed about the lab facilities and job placement of Pharmacy department, SEU. He inspired the newly enrolled students to acquire knowledge and to do good works in the field of Pharmacy.

Among others, Chairman and Director of different departments, faculty members and students of Pharmacy department were present at the program. At the second session, the students celebrated the Cultural Program by performing songs, dance, etc.

Meherun Nesa, Lecturer, Department of English, Southeast University (SEU) presented a paper titled “Promoting Collaborative Learning Using Facebook Group” on 17 August 2017 in the Seminar hall of Building 4, Banani, Dhaka. Department of English of Southeast University organized the seminar as a part of regular seminar series.



The paper presented by Meherun Nesa focused on pedagogical aspect of promoting collaborative learning using Facebook (SNS) Groups to enhance students’ language skills particularly reading and writing. She delineated FB with its data management resources can facilitate collaboration; increase interaction, communication and reflection on the content and reinforce learning in and out of the English language classroom. The session was chaired by Mr. Harunur Rashid Khan, Associate Professor and Chairman, Department of English, SEU. The program was attended by all the faculty members of Department of English, SEU. It was concluded with a lively question/answer session.A certificate was awarded to the presenter by the Chair of the session.

The School of Business Studies of Southeast University (SEU) organized a seminar on ‘Supply Chain Management: Career Prospects in Local & Global Markets’ on 28 August 2017 in the Seminar Hall of the main building, Banani, Dhaka. Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Hon’ble Vice Chancellor of SEU chaired the seminar while Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Hon’ble Representative of Board of Trustees, SEU Trust attended the seminar as Chief Guest.



Mr. M Nayeem Hossain, President, Bangladesh Supply Chain Council, Engr. Sk. Waresul Habib, Chief Operating Officer, PRAN Group and Mr. Naquib Khan, Director, Corporate Affairs, Nestle Bangladesh Ltd., Dhaka delivered their valuable speech on the occasion as expert members of the panel of discussants. Dr. Mehe Zebunnesa Rahman, Director, BBA Program delivered the Welcome Speech at the ceremony.

Among others, Maj. Gen. Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed, SPP, psc (Retd), Registrar of SEU, faculty members and students of School of Business Studies were present in the seminar.

Institute of Research and Training (IRT) of Southeast University (SEU) organized a seminar on ‘Roles, Responsibilities and Ethics of University Teachers for the faculty members of SEU on 21 August 2017 in the Seminar Hall of the main building, Banani, Dhaka. Prof. Dr. M. Shamsher Ali, Professor Emeritus, SEU was the resource person of the seminar. He gave his valuable speech on ‘Roles, Responsibilities and Ethics of University Teachers’. The focal point of the seminar was to orient concept of University with the Teachers.

Dr. Sohela Mustari, Director (IRT) inaugurated the session. Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Hon’ble Vice Chancellor, SEU conferred his speech describing the essence of arranging the seminar. Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury also shared his knowledge and experience with the faculty members.

Among others, Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Advisor of Board of Trustees, Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed, SPP, psc (retd), Registrar of SEU, Prof. Syed Fakhrul Hassan, Dean, School of Science & Engineering, Prof. Dr. Md. Abdul Hakim, Dean, School of Arts & Social Sciences and faculty members of different departments were present at the seminar.

সাউথইস্ট বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের উদ্যোগে জাতির জনক বঙ্গবন্ধু শেখ মুজিবুর রহমান-এর ৪২তম শাহাদতবার্ষিকী ও জাতীয় শোক দিবস ২০১৭ উদযাপন উপলক্ষে ২৭ আগস্ট ২০১৭ তারিখে বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের স্থায়ী ক্যাম্পাসের সেমিনার হলে (তেজগাঁও, ঢাকা) এক আলোচনা অনুষ্ঠান ও দোয়া মাহফিলের আয়োজন করা হয়। সাউথইস্ট বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের মাননীয় উপাচার্য্ অধ্যাপক ড. এএনএম মেশকাত উদ্দীন-এর সভাপতিত্বে অনুষ্ঠানে স্বাগত বক্তব্য রাখেন বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের বিজ্ঞান ও প্রকৌশল অনুষদের ডিন অধ্যাপক সৈয়দ ফখরুল হাসান।



প্রধান অতিথি হিসেবে অনুষ্ঠানে উপস্থিত ছিলেন গণপ্রজাতন্ত্রী বাংলাদেশ সরকারের বাণিজ্য মন্ত্রণালয়ের মাননীয় মন্ত্রী জনাব তোফায়েল আহমেদ, এমপি। বাংলাদেশের স্বাধীনতার পেছনে বঙ্গবন্ধু শেখ মুজিবুর রহমান-এর অবদানের বিভিন্ন ঘটনা তিনি তুলে ধরেন। তিনি বলেন, বঙ্গবন্ধুর জন্ম না হলে বাংলাদেশ স্বাধীন হতো না। বাংলাদেশের স্বাধীনতার পেছনে বঙ্গবন্ধুর অবদান বাংলাদেশ কখনো শোধ করতে পারবে না। বাংলাদেশের প্রকৃত ইতিহাসকে সবসময় বুকে ধারণ করে বাংলাদেশকে বঙ্গবন্ধুর স্বপ্নের দেশ হিসেবে গড়ে তোলার আহ্বান জানান বাণিজ্যমন্ত্রী।

বিশেষ অতিথি হিসেবে উপস্থিত ছিলেন সাউথইস্ট বিশ্ববিদ্যালয় ট্রাস্ট-এর সম্মানিত ভাইস-চেয়ারম্যান জনাব মোঃ এনায়েতুর রহমান। সম্মানিত অতিথি হিসেবে উপস্থিত ছিলেন সাউথইস্ট বিশ্ববিদ্যালয় ট্রাস্ট-এর সম্মানিত সদস্য জনাব এম. কামালউদ্দিন চৌধুরী। বক্তাগণ বঙ্গবন্ধুর জীবনের বিভিন্ন দিক তুলে ধরেন। বঙ্গবন্ধু ও তাঁর পরিবারের সম্মানিত সদস্যদের রুহের মাগফেরাত কামনা করে এক মোনাজাতের মাধ্যমে অনুষ্ঠানের সমাপ্তি করা হয়।

অন্যান্যদের মধ্যে সাউথইস্ট বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের মাননীয় সদস্য জনাব হারুন-অর-রশীদ, সাউথ এশিয়া ফাউন্ডেশনের সম্মানিত সদস্য জনাব ওসমান গণি কাঞ্চন, বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের প্রফেসর এমিরেটাস ড. এম. শমশের আলী, রেজিস্ট্রার মেজর জেনারেল কাজী ফকরুদ্দীন আহমেদ, এসপিপি, পিএসসি (অবঃ), কলা ও সামাজিক ডিন অধ্যাপক ড. মোঃ আব্দুল হাকিম, বিভিন্ন বিভাগের চেয়ারম্যান, শিক্ষক-শিক্ষার্থী এবং কর্মকর্তাবৃন্দ উপস্থিত ছিলেন।

The Self Assessment Committee (SAC) of Pharmacy department of Southeast University (SEU) organized Team-Building Workshop on Self Assessment Study with Alumni on 24 August 2017 in the Seminar Hall of the main building, Banani, Dhaka.



Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Hon’ble Vice Chancellor of SEU chaired the workshop while Dr. Md. Siddiqul Islam, Chairman of Pharmacy department delivered the Welcome Speech. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Hon’ble Representative of Board of Trustees, SEU Trust attended the workshop as Chief Guest.

Prof. Dr. Md. Abdul Hakim, Dean, School of Arts of Social Sciences and Director, IQAC was the Main Speaker of the workshop. Among others, Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed, SPP, psc (Retd), Registrar of SEU, faculty members and students of Pharmacy department were present in the workshop.

Mohammad Sazzad Hossain, Associate Professor, Department of Architecture, Southeast University, was invited by different Universities in Bangladesh as a speaker at seminars on EU funded higher education programs. On 17th August 2017, Mr. Hossain was invited as a speaker at a seminar on “Road to Erasmus+ Scholarship” in American International University-Bangladesh (AIUB) permanent campus. Mr. Hossain delivered his speech as an elected information coordinator of EMA, South Asian Chapter board.

Earlier Architect Hossain was invited by Military Institute of Science and Technology (MIST) and Daffodil University as a speaker at similar type of seminars.The events were organized in collaboration with the Erasmus Mundus Association.

সাউথইস্ট বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের ট্রাস্টি বোর্ডের সম্মানিত চেয়ারম্যান জনাব মোঃ রেজাউল করিম-এর মাতা মরহুমা রাবেয়া খাতুন-এর বিদেহী আত্মার মাগফেরাত কামনায় ২৪ আগস্ট ২০১৭ তারিখে বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের স্থায়ী ক্যাম্পাসে (তেজগাঁও, ঢাকা) এক মিলাদ ও দোয়া মাহফিলের আয়োজন করে সাউথইস্ট বিশ্ববিদ্যালয় ট্রাস্ট ও সাউথইস্ট বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়। সাউথইস্ট বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের ট্রাস্টি বোর্ডের সম্মানিত চেয়ারম্যান জনাব মোঃ রেজাউল করিম ও সম্মানিত সদস্যবৃন্দ, বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের মাননীয় উপাচার্য্ অধ্যাপক ড. এএনএম মেশকাত উদ্দীন এবং বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের শিক্ষক ও কর্মকর্তাবৃন্দ অনুষ্ঠানে উপস্থিত ছিলেন।



গত ১৮ আগস্ট ২০১৭ তারিখ রাজধানীর একটি বেসরকারি হাসপাতালে ইন্তেকাল করেন রাবেয়া খাতুন (১৯৩৪-২০১৭)। মৃত্যুকালে তাঁর বয়স হয়েছিল ৮৩ বছর। তিনি তিন পুত্র, এক কন্যা ও নাতি-নাতনীসহ অসংখ্য গুনগ্রাহী রেখে গেছেন।

The Department of Textile Engineering of Southeast University (SEU) organized two-days long ‘Community Day’ program on 23 August 2017 at the Seminar Hall of the Permanent Campus, Tejgaon, Dhaka. Prof. Syed Fakhrul Hassan, Dean, School of Science & Engineering and Chairman, Textile Engineering Department, SEU delivered the Welcome Speech of the Opening Ceremony of ‘Community Day’. Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Hon’ble Representative Member of Board of Trustees, SEU Trust was present as Special Guest while Prof. Dr. M. Shamsher Ali, Professor Emeritus, SEU was present as Guest of Honor at the program.



Mr. Shykh Seraj, Director (News), Impress Telefilm & Channel i was present at the program as Chief Guest. He welcomed this initiative of Textile Engineering Department. As a community specialist, he inspired students to develop their own community for the prosperity of our country.

Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Hon’ble Vice Chancellor of SEU presided over the program. Dr. ANM Ahmed Ullah, Associate Professor of Textile Engineering Department delivered the Vote of Thanks. Among others, Maj. Gen. Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed, SPP, psc (Retd.), Professor Meer Mobashsher Ali, Chairman of Architecture department, faculty members and students of Textile Engineering Department were present at the program.

Faculty members and students of Textile Engineering Department took breakfast with street children & orphans as a part of this ‘Community Day’ program. They also took part in a rally and cleaned the surrounding areas of SEU permanent campus. They celebrated the community day by performing songs, dance, fashion show & various cultural programs.

The Self Assessment Committee (SAC) of Department of CSE, Southeast University (SEU) organized its first team building workshop on 10th August 2017 at the Seminar Hall of the main building, Banani, Dhaka. Four team building workshops were organized for the full-time teachers and the existing students



Md. Ashiqur Rahman, Assistant Professor and member of SAC of CSE department gave the opening speech. The opening speech was followed by the speech from the Special Guest and Dean of School of Science & Engineering Prof. Syed Fakhrul Hassan. Dr. Al-Sakib Khan Pathan, Associate Professor of CSE Department and Additional Director of IQAC presented the keynote speech of this workshop. He is Editor-in-Chief (D), Int. Journal of Computers and Applications, Taylor & Francis, UK; Associate Editor, Int. Journal of Computational Science and Engineering, Inderscience; Associate Technical Editor, IEEE Communications Magazine; Editor, Ad Hoc and Sensor Wireless Networks, Old City Publishing and Editor, International Journal of Sensor Networks, Inderscience. Prof Dr. Abdul Hakim, the Session Chair and Director, IQAC described how quality has been quantified in the HEQEP Project by UGC. At the end Shahriar Manzoor, Chairman of CSE Department and Head of its SAC delivered vote of thanks.



All the full-time teachers of CSE Department attended at the first workshop which was for the full-time teachers. Around 600 students participated in three workshops for the students.

The Nature and Environment Club of Southeast University (SEUNEC) and Rain Forum jointly organized a Seminar entitled “Rainwater Harvesting: Urban Perspective” on Tuesday, 22nd August 2017 at the Seminar Hall, Permanent Campus, Tejgaon, Dhaka.



Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Honorable Representative Member of BOT, SEU Trust was present as the Chief Guest at the occasion while Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Honorable Vice-Chancellor of Southeast University presided over the program. Prof. Dr. M. Shamsher Ali, Emeritus Professor of SEU delivered his speech as Special Guest. Syed Azizul Haq, President of Rain Forum and Mr. Ashraful Alum, Principal Architect, Idyllic Design and Secretary of Rain Forum delivered their presentation on “Rainwater Harvesting: Urban Perspective” at the seminar. Ms. Jubaida Gulshan Ara, Moderator of Southeast University Nature & Environment Club delivered Welcome Speech.

Among others Prof. Syed Fakhrul Hassan, Dean, School of Science & Engineering, Prof. Meer Mobashsher Ali, Chairman of Architecture, Wing Commander Md. Ahmodur Rashid (Retd), Chief Coordinator-Cum-Secretary of Board of Trustees, Chairman of the department of EEE, faculty members, students and Officers were attended the program.

সাউথইস্ট বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের বাংলা ভাষা ও সাহিত্য বিভাগের উদ্যোগে ২০ আগস্ট ২০১৭ তারিখে স্বাধীনতার মহান স্থপতি জাতির পিতা বঙ্গবন্ধু শেখ মুজিবুর রহমানকে নিবেদিত ‘কবিতাঞ্জলি’ অনুষ্ঠিত হয়। কবিতাপাঠের এই অনুষ্ঠানে সভাপতিত্ব করেন বাংলা ভাষা ও সাহিত্য বিভাগের চেয়ারম্যান ড. রকিবুল হাসান, জাতীয় কবি কাজী নজরুল ইসলাম বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের সাবেক ডিন ও বাংলা বিভাগের চেয়ারম্যান অধ্যাপক ড. মাহবুব বোরহান, ঢাকা বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের শিক্ষক মোমেনুর রসুল, সাউথইস্ট বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের বাংলা ভাষা ও সাহিত্য বিভাগের শিক্ষক মোঃ গোলাম রাববানি, সহকারি প্রোগ্রাম অফিসার ফাহমিদা রহমান সিদ্দিকা। অনুষ্ঠানে বঙ্গবন্ধু শেখ মুজিবুর রহমানকে নিবেদন করে রচিত বিভিন্ন কবির কবিতা পাঠ করা হয়। কবিতা পাঠ করেন কবি মাহবুব বোরহান, কবি মেহেদী হাসান বাপ্পী, কবি লেবিসন স্কু, ওয়ারেস আদনান, কবি ইসরাফিল হোসেন, শামসুন্নাহার নূপুর, নাজমুননাহার রাভিনা, আবুল হাসনাত প্রমুখ।

Southeast University Moot Court Society (SEUMCS) organized Inaugural Ceremony of the 7th Intra-Department Moot Court Competition, which was held on 20 August 2017 in the Seminar Hall of the main building, SEU, Banani, Dhaka. The two day-long 7th Intra-Department Moot Court Competition will be held on 21 & 22 August 2017 in the department of Law & Justice of Southeast University (SEU). Twenty teams of different semesters are taking part in the event.



Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Hon’ble Vice-Chancellor of SEU chaired the session while Mr. Md.Ayub Ali, Faculty Adviser, SEUMCS and Senior Lecturer, Dept. of Law & Justice, SEU gave short introduction of SEUMCS. Mr. Md. Asraful Islam, Chairman, Dept. of Law & Justice, SEU delivered the Welcome Speech.

Prof. Dr. Borhan Uddin Khan, Chairman, Department of Law, University of Dhaka attended the program as Chief Guest and explained in details requirement and importance of the Moot Court Competition. Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Hon’ble Representative Member, Board of Trustees, SEU Trust was present at the program as Guest of Honour.

Among others, Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed, SPP, psc (Retd), Registrar of SEU, Wing Commander Md. Ahmodur Rashid (Retd), Chief Coordinator-Cum-Secretary of Board of Trustees, Chairman of different departments, faculty members and students of Law & Justice department were present in the program.

Amid much enthusiasm and euphoria Southeast University Movie and Drama Club (SEUMDC) screened its second movie ‘Wonder Woman’ on 16 August 2017 at the seminar hall of Southeast University building 4, Banani, Dhaka. The movie was enjoyed by a vast number of students across the university. A few faculty members were also present. Wonder Woman (Gal Gadot), is the story of Diana, princess of the Amazons. She is trained to be an unconquerable warrior.



Diana meets an American pilot (Chris Pine) who informs her about the colossal conflict that is brewing in the outside world. Determined to stop the threat, Diana leaves her home for the first time to fight alongside men in a war to end all wars. She finally discovers her full potential as a conqueror. In the opening speech, Ms. Aliya Shahnoor Ameen, moderator of SEUMDC welcomed the students and urged them to enjoy the movie not for sheer entertainment but to derive deep understanding about life and humanity.

Jubaida Gulshan Ara, Senior Lecturer of Architecture Department of Southeast University, participated in the round table discussion organized by Poribesh Bachao Andolon (PoBA) or Save the Environment Movement with the title “Thousands corers of development projects for transportation system, the sufferings of people are increasing; Government’s role and responsibility” which was held on 12 August 2017 at the office of PoBA, Kalabagan, Dhaka.

The speakers highlighted that, despite spending huge public funds in transportation sector, citizens’ sufferings and losses in terms of physical, mental and economical are huge and increasing day by day. The speakers sought a mass transportation-centric integrated communication system highlighting pedestrian and cyclist to end people’s sufferings caused by gridlocks on roads in the city. In the roundtable Jubaida spot the light on proper planning & management of the systems than the projects.

PoBA chairman Abu Naser Khan presented the keynote paper at the discussion. PoBA general secretary M Abdus Sobhan, joint secretary Lelin Chowdhury and secretary Sayed Mahbubul Alam Tahin, among others, spoke at the programme.

Mohammad Sazzad Hossain, Associate Professor of the Department of Architecture, Southeast University supervised Thesis of Ms. Sharmin Akter, student of Master in Monumental Heritage at Department of Architecture, Anhalt University of Applied Sciences, Germany in 2017. Ms. Akter’s thesis was on “Conservation and Management of Adobe Architecture of palpara, Paharpur". Mr. Hossain is the elected General Secretary of Bangladesh National Committee of International Council of Monuments and Sites (ICOMOS).

বঙ্গবন্ধু শেখ মুজিবুর রহমানের মৃত্যুবার্ষিকী ও জাতীয় শোক দিবসকে সামনে রেখে সাউথইষ্ট ইউনিভার্সিটির তড়িৎ ও ইলেক্ট্রনিক প্রকৌশল বিভাগ ছাত্র-ছাত্রীদের জন্য এক ক্যুইজ প্রতিযোগিতার আয়োজন করে। ক্যুইজের বিষয় ছিল বঙ্গবন্ধুর ‘অসমাপ্ত আত্নজীবনী’ বইয়ের উপর। এই বইটির একটি পিডিএফ ভার্সন সকল ছাত্র-ছাত্রীদের জন্য বিভাগের গ্রুপে উন্মুক্ত করে দেয়া হয় প্রায় এক মাস আগে। এরপর গত ১০ আগস্ট ২০১৭ তারিখে বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের তেজগাঁওস্থ স্থায়ী ক্যাম্পাসের সেমিনার হলে ক্যুইজ প্রতিযোগিতার আয়োজন করা হয়। ক্যুইজে মোট ৫০টি বহুনির্বাচণী প্রশ্ন ছিল। প্রতিযোগিতায় বিভাগের প্রায় শ’খানেক ছাত্র-ছাত্রী অংশগ্রহণ করে। ফলাফল গণনা শেষে সর্বোচ্চ নম্বর প্রাপ্ত চারজনকে বিজয়ী ঘোষণা করা হয়। প্রতিযোগিতায় প্রথম হয়েছে ইলেক্ট্রনিক ও টেলিকমিউনিকেশন প্রকৌশল বিভাগের পাপ্পু মোস্তারেকুল তালুকদার, যুগ্মভাবে দ্বিতীয় হয়েছে ইলেক্ট্রনিক ও টেলিকমিউনিকেশন প্রকৌশল বিভাগের আবু ফয়সাল তরফদার এবং তড়িৎ ও ইলেক্ট্রনিক প্রকৌশল বিভাগের এস, এম, সারওয়ার হোসেন আর তৃতীয় হয়েছে তড়িৎ ও ইলেক্ট্রনিক প্রকৌশল বিভাগের শান্তনু দাম।



বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের সেমিনার হলে বিজয়ীদের নাম ঘোষণা করেন তড়িৎ ও ইলেক্ট্রনিক প্রকৌশল এবং ইলেক্ট্রনিক ও টেলিকমিউনিকেশন প্রকৌশল বিভাগের বিভাগীয় প্রধান ড. প্রকৌশলী মুহিবুল হক ভূঞা। তিনি তাঁর বক্তব্যে বলেন, ভাল প্রকৌশলী হতে হলে নিজের দেশকেও ভালভাবে জানতে হবে। জাতির জনকের অবদান স্মরণ করে তিনি বলেন, তাঁর স্বপ্নের ‘সোনার বাংলা’ আমাদেরকেই গড়তে হবে, আর এ ব্যাপারে প্রকৌশলীদের ভূমিকা অপরিসীম। তিনি সকল ছাত্র-ছাত্রীদেরকে বঙ্গবন্ধুর আদর্শে উজ্জীবিত হয়ে ভাল প্রকৌশলী হয়ে সোনার বাংলাদেশ গড়ায় আত্ননিয়োগের পরামর্শ দেন। তিনি সকল অংশগ্রহণকারী ছাত্র-ছাত্রীবৃন্দকে বিশেষ ধন্যবাদ জ্ঞাপন করেন।

ক্যুইজ প্রতিযোগিতার পর বিভাগের করিডোরে বিভাগ কর্তৃক এই উপলক্ষে প্রকাশিত দেয়ালিকা ‘হৃদয়ে বঙ্গবন্ধু’ সবার জন্য উন্মুক্ত করেন বিভাগীয় প্রধান ড. প্রকৌশলী মুহিবুল হক ভূঞা। এই দেয়ালিকাতে বঙ্গবন্ধুর উপর বিভিন্ন তথ্যাবলী, ছবি ও তাঁর জীবনী নিয়ে শিক্ষকবৃন্দের লেখা প্রকাশিত হয়েছে। দেয়ালিকা সম্পাদনার দায়িত্বে ছিলেন বিভাগের জেষ্ঠ্য প্রভাষক মাহ্‌জাবিন মোবারক। তাঁকে সহযোগিতা করে বিভাগের একদল শিক্ষার্থী।

The students of the Department of English of Southeast University (SEU) came up with an ingenious venture to present documentaries prepared under the banner ‘Explore the Knowledge’. The presentation took place on 7 August 2017 at the seminar hall of Building 4, SEU, Banani. As many as eight documentaries were exhibited each of which was developed with unique objective and purpose namely- Street Children, Greed leads to Sin and Sin Leads to Death, Sneak Peak in the Zoo, Pirozpur Shahi Mosque - An Archeological Wonder of the Mughal Tradition, The New Generation Food, Too Much Too Young so on and so forth.



The documentaries were filmed under the close guidance and supervision of Ms. Aliya Shahnoor Ameen, Assistant Professor, Department of English. The ceremony was attended by Mr. Harunur Rashid Khan, Associate Professor and Chairman, Department of English, distinguished faculty members and the students of the Department of English. In his speech the Chair highly appreciated the endeavor of the students and encouraged them by saying that their today’s small step of creativity will one day turn into their craftsmanship. The entire program was highly acclaimed by the viewers.

Dr. Sharif F. Zaman, Associate Professor, Chemical and Materials Engineering Department, Faculty of Engineering, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia delivered a seminar titled “AMMONIA DECOMPOSITION TO PRODUCE HYDROGEN FOR FUEL CELL” on 2 August 2017 in the Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering of Southeast University (SEU), Tejgaon permanent campus.

Dr. Zaman, in his talk, at first, explained about climate change, one of the greatest challenges facing the world today; Greenhouse effect; global warming due to human activity – particularly by burning fossil fuels (coal, oil and natural gas). He mentioned that Carbon dioxide from burning fossil fuels has been the major contributor to this problem since the beginning of the industrial revolution. He also presented fewof his research results for NH3 decomposition over Molybdenum nitride (Mo2N) and Cobalt promoted Mo2N catalyst. In the final part of the seminar, Dr. Zaman talked about the prospects of higher study with full scholarships at Masters and PhD level at his university.

The seminar was chaired by Dr. Engr. Muhibul Haque Bhuyan, Chairman of EEE Department, SEU. Faculty Members and students of EEE Department, SEU were present in the seminar.

The Department of Textile Engineering of Southeast University (SEU) organized a seminar on ‘Master’s Thesis Submitted by Alumni of Dept. of Textile Engineering, SEU to Wuhan Textile University, China’ on 9 August 2017 at permanent campus of the University, Tejgaon, Dhaka.

Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Hon’ble Vice-Chancellor of SEU chaired the session while Prof. Syed Fakhrul Hassan, Dean, School of Science & Engineering, SEU delivered the Welcome Address.



Alumni students of Dept. of Textile Engineering, SEU, Mr. K.M. Faridul Hasan, Ms. Jarin Akter, Mr. Md. Mustafizur Rahman, Mr. Abu Taher, Mr. Md. Iman Talukder, Mr. Shamim Al Azad were speakers for the Technical Presentation session.

Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Hon’ble Representative Member, Board of Trustees, SEU Trust was present at the seminar as Chief Guest while Prof. Dr. M. Shamsher Ali, Professor Emeritus, SEU attended the seminar as Special Guest. They inspired students to do research works. At the end of the seminar, Dr. Arun Kanti Guha, Associate Professor of Textile Department delivered the Vote of Thanks.

Among others, Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed, SPP, psc (Retd), Registrar of SEU, Professor Meer Mobashsher Ali, Chairman of Architecture Department, Dr. Engr. Muhibul Haque Bhuyan, Chairman of EEE Department, Wing Commander Md. Ahmodur Rashid (Retd), Chief Coordinator-Cum-Secretary of Board of Trustees, faculty members and students of Textile Engineering Department were present at the seminar.

The Department of Economics of Southeast University (SEU) organized a research paper presentation program on a published paper titled “A Test for the Cobb-Douglas Production Function in Manufacturing Sector: The Case of Bangladesh” on 8 August 2017 in the Seminar Hall of Building-4, SEU, Banani, Dhaka. Md. Shahidul Islam, Lecturer, Department of Economics presented his research paper.

Dr. Kazi Tanvir Mahmud, Chairman, Department of Economics, SEU inaugurated the program. Prof. Dr. M. A. Hakim, Dean, School of Arts & Social Sciences shared his knowledge and experiences gained from his research works. All other faculty members and students of Economics department participated in the program.

Department of Career Services (DCS) of Southeast University (SEU) along with Chakri.com organized a Career related Seminar on ‘Communication in Job Interview’which was held on 8 August 2017 in the Seminar Hall of the main building, SEU, Banani, Dhaka.

Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Hon’ble Vice-Chancellor of SEU chaired the session while Ms. Deepti Sarkar, In charge of DCS delivered the Welcome Speech.



Mr. Anisul Hoque, renowned Writer, Novelist, Dramatist, Associate Editor of ‘The Daily Prothom Alo’ and Editor of ‘Kishor Alo’ magazine was present at the seminar as Chief Guest. He inspired students to acquire skill. He discussed various techniques of CV writing. He advised students to remain away from drugs.

Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Hon’ble Representative Member, Board of Trustees, SEU Trust was present at the seminar as Guest of Honor. Mr. Mohammed Masud Rayhan was the Keynote Speaker of seminar. He discussed on CV Writing Techniques, Personal Branding Techniques on Social Media & ‘Communication in Job Interview’

Among others, Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed, SPP, psc (Retd), Registrar of SEU, Wing Commander Md. Ahmodur Rashid (Retd), Chief Coordinator-Cum-Secretary of Board of Trustees, Chairman of different departments, faculty members, students and executives of Chakri.com were present in the seminar.

Mir Mohammad Tonmoy, Senior Lecturer, Department of English, Southeast University presented a paper titled “A Glimpse of Patriarchy and sexism in Amitav Ghosh’s Sea of Poppies in relation with society” on 3 August 2017 in the seminar hall of Building 4, Banani, Dhaka. Department of English of Southeast University (SEU) organized the seminar as a part of regular seminar series.

The paper presented by Mr.Tonmoy focused on different aspect of patriarchal society in Amitav Ghosh’s novel Sea of Poppies. The session was chaired by Mr. Harunur Rashid Khan, Associate Professor and Chairman, Department of English.A certificate was awarded to the presenter by the Chair of the session .The program was attended by the faculty members and students.

Mohammad Sazzad Hossain, Associate professor at the Department of Architecture, SEU was requested ICOMOS international secretariat to provide his opinion on the OUV of the following nominations to the world heritage list: Temple Zone of Sambor Prei Kuk, Archaeological Site of Ancient Ishanapura,


Historic City of Ahmadabad, India
Cambodia and Historic City of Ahmadabad, India.Mr. Hossain provided the reports that were made available to the ICOMOS Panel meeting. It may be mentioned that both the sites are now enlisted as world heritage site.

On 20 July 2017, the Department of English, Southeast University (SEU) organized a seminar on two topics: the first topic is “Cascading on the Summit of the Future of the TESOL Profession” presented by Harunur Rashid Khan, Chair, Department of English and the second topic is “When East Meets West: Learning and Beyond” presented by Nahin Chowdhury, Lecturer, Department of English. The seminar took place in the Building 4 at Block B, Banani, Dhaka. Dr. Sohela Mustari, Director, Institute of Research and Training (IRT) graced the program as the Chief Guest.



Mr. Harunur Rashid Khan shared his knowledge gained from the summit which was held on 9 & 10 February 2017 at the Royal Olympic Hotel in Athens, Greece. He informed the audience about the three guiding principles and four themes of the summit. He emphasized that while teaching L2, the teacher should also give importance to L1.

Ms. Nahin Chowdhury shared her experience of attending Fulbright Foreign Language Teaching Assistant (FLTA) program at the University of Michigan in the USA. She talked about her academic, teaching, and socio-cultural experiences during her 9 months stay in the USA. She also made a comparative analysis between the education system of Bangladesh and the USA.

Recently Center for Modern Languages (CML) has been established at Southeast University which is basically a place for learning various modern languages such as English, Chinese, Arabic, Japanese, French and Spanish.

Centre for Modern languages started with A Certificate Course on English for General Purpose (EGP) at Southeast University on 26 July 2017 in room no 206, Building 4, Banani, Dhaka. This course enables participants to brush up their current level of English, improving overall proficiency in four language skills (listening, speaking, reading and writing) along with basic grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation. The kick off session was conducted by Associate Professor Harunur Rashid Khan, Director, Center for Modern Languages & Chair, English Department, The session was also attended by Mr. Abu Nayeem, Senior Lecturer and Language Coordinator (CML), Ms. Eshita Awal, Senior Lecturer & Coordinator, English Department and Ms. Adiba Murtaza, Lecturer, English Department & Member of CML.

An indoor games competition organized by the Department of Economics of Southeast University (SEU) was held on 3 August 2017 at Building 4, Banani, Dhaka. The event was inaugurated by the Chairman of the Department of Economics, Dr. Kazi Tanvir Mahmud. Table Tennis, Carom, Ludo and Chess sessions were separately arranged between male and female students. The daylong event was a delightful one with enthusiastic participation of the students and faculty members of the Department.

Department of Pharmacy of Southeast University (SEU) organized a seminar on “The Third National Drug Policy: Possible Impact in the Health Sector of Bangladesh” on 31 July 2017 in the Seminar Hall of the main Building, Banani, Dhaka.

Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Hon’ble Vice Chancellor of SEU chaired the seminar while Dr. Md. Siddiqul Islam, Chairman of Pharmacy department delivered the Welcome Speech. Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Hon’ble Representative of Board of Trustees, SEU Trust attended the seminar as Chief Guest.



Prof. ABM Faroque, Former Dean, Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Dhaka and Advisor, Department of Pharmacy, SEU was present as Keynote Speaker. Among others Mr. Parvez Hashim, Executive Director, ACME Laboratories Ltd. was present as Special Guest. Prof. Syed Fakhrul Hassan, Dean, School of Science and Engineering also delivered his speech. Prof. Faroque explained the important aspects of Third National Drug Policy.

Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed, SPP, psc (Retd), Registrar of SEU, Chairmen and officials of different departments, faculty members and students of Pharmacy department were present in the seminar.

Mohammad Sazzad Hossain, Associate Professor, Department of Architecture, Southeast University participated at the Erasmus+ Reception, organized by Delegation to European Union to Bangladesh at Lakeshore Hotel, Dhaka. The event was held on 20 July, 2017. Erasmus+ is one of the most prestigious scholarship program of the EU. Mr. Hossain was an Erasmusmundus scholarship recipient in 2009. Mr. Hossain delivered his speech as an elected information coordinator of EMA, South Asian Chapter board. Other speakers were Head of the EU Delegation to Bangladesh H.E. Mr. Pierre Mayaudon, Chairman of UGC Prof. Abdul Mannan and Ambassadors of different European countries.

Pharmacy Department of Southeast University (SEU) organized a seminar on ‘Higher Studies in Pharmacy: Global Perspectives’ on 27 July 2017 in the Seminar Hall of the main building, Banani, Dhaka.

Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Hon’ble Vice Chancellor of SEU chaired the seminar while Dr. Md. Siddiqul Islam, Chairman of Pharmacy department delivered the Welcome Speech. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Hon’ble Representative of Board of Trustees, SEU Trust attended the seminar as Chief Guest.



Dr. Mamoon Rashid, Assistant Professor, Appalachian College of Pharmacy, University of Appalachia, Virginia, USA was the Resource Person of the seminar. He delivered his valuable speech on ‘Higher Studies in Pharmacy: Global Perspectives’ in the second session of the seminar.

Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed, SPP, psc (Retd), Registrar of SEU, Wing Commander AHM Mostafa Morshed (Retd), Chief Coordinator of Board of Trustees, faculty members and students of Pharmacy department were present in the seminar.

Certificate Giving Ceremony for the participants of ‘Basic STATA Skill Training’ program organized by Institute of Research & Training (IRT) of Southeast University (SEU) held on 27 July 2017 at the Seminar Hall, main building of the University, Banani, Dhaka. Faculty members from different departments participated in the training program. A total number of twenty-five (25) Faculty members from different departments received certificate for their successful completion of 10 weeks long ‘Basic STATA Skill Training’ program. Dr. Kazi Tanvir Mahmud, Assistant Professor & Chairman of the Department of Economics was the trainer of this program.

Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Hon’ble Vice Chancellor of SEU chaired the Certificate Giving Ceremony Program while Dr. Sohela Mustari, Director of IRT delivered the Welcome Speech.

Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Hon’ble Member, Board of Trustees, SEU Trust was present at the program as Chief Guest. Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Advisor, Board of Trustees, SEU Trust attended the program as Special Guest. Dr. Kazi Tanvir Mahmud, Assistant Professor & Chairman of the Department of Economics was present at the program as discussant.

Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Hon’ble Vice Chancellor gave certificates to the participants for completing the training program successfully. He inspired them to do more research works for upgrading themselves.

Among others, Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed, SPP, psc (Retd), Registrar of SEU, Dr. Mehe Zebunnessa Rahman, Director of BBA Program, Dr. Mohammad Faruque, Chairman of Islamic Studies Department and participants of the training program were present at the program.

Entrepreneurship Week organized by School of Business Studies (SBS) of Southeast University (SEU) ended on 25 July 2017. The certificate giving ceremony was held at the Seminar Hall of the main building of the University, Banani, Dhaka.

Hon’ble Vice Chancellor of SEU Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin presented crest to the Champion & Runner-up team. Dr. A.S.M. Mashi-ur-Rahman, Managing Director of MIDAS gave certificates to the training participants. Certificates and Crests were sponsored by MIDAS and PRAN RFL Group.

Dr. Farhana Ferdousi, Member Secretary of Entrepreneurship Committee & Assistant Professor, SBS delivered Vote of Thanks. Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed, SPP, psc (Retd), Registrar of SEU, Dr. Mehe Zebunnesa Rahman, Convener of Entrepreneurship Committee & Director of BBA Program, SBS, representatives of MIDAS, faculty members and students of SBS were present at the program.

Throughout the Entrepreneurship Week students participated in different competing events like idea generation, business plan presentation, poster presentation, debate and quiz competition.  Prime Bank Ltd. provided financial support to conduct the training program.

Mohammad Sazzad Hossain, Associate professor at the Department of Architecture, Southeast University participated at the seminar titled “EU Horizon 2020: Opportunities for Bangladesh” on 18 July 2017 at Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Dhaka (MCCI). The event was organized by Delegation to European Union to Bangladesh & MCCI. Horizon 2020 is the biggest research and innovation program of the EU, making available a total of almost 80b Euros in funding research between 2014 and 2020. Mr. Hossain participated as an elected information coordinator of EMA, Southasian Chapter board.

Hon’ble Speaker of Bangladesh Parliament Dr. Shirin Sharmin Chaudhury; Minister, Ministry of Science & Technology Mr. Yeafesh Osman and Ambassador & Head of the EU Delegation to Bangladesh, H.E. Mr. Pierre Mayaudon were present at the event.

Jubaida Gulshan Ara, Senior Lecturer of Architecture Department of Southeast University attended in AidEx Dhaka 2017 Conference for the celebration of the social advances in Dhaka as well as recognizing the need for more work. AidEx Dhaka 2017 - a two-day high profile conference took place at the Radisson Blu Hotel on 19-20 July 2017. As a key player in the aid and development community, Ms. Jubaida was an invited delegate in the conference.

The event was a high-level discussion around the theme; Bangladesh: A Champion in Development – with more than 300 delegates from local and international NGOs, Government, Development Agencies and Commercial organizations who are all looking to celebrate the social and economic advances in Bangladesh as well as investigate ways to further develop the region. 34 featured speakers addressed the issue presenting their role, challenges and limitations regarding development in the context.

Jubaida had interaction with other prominent guests like Dr. Muhammad Musa, Executive Director, BRAC, Ms. Farah Kabir from Action Aid, Mr. Mustafizur Rahman, Director, Innovation, a2i - Prime Minister's Office, GoB, and Sudipto Mukerjee, Country Director, UNDP. She has discussed the role of architects to attain sustainable development through open discourse and Q&A session. She shared her experiences, expertise and future plan to involve architects and architecture department with the development process in local and international scale and that was welcomed by other delegates.

সাউথইস্ট বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের বাংলা ভাষা ও সাহিত্য বিভাগের চেয়ারম্যান ড. রকিবুল হাসান ২২ জুলাই ২০১৭ তারিখে কুষ্টিয়া ইসলামী বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের মাননীয় উপাচার্য প্রখ্যাত কলামিস্ট ও গবেষক প্রফেসর ড. রাশিদ আসকারী, ট্রেজারার প্রফেসর ড. সেলিম তোহা, প্রক্টর প্রফেসর ড. মাহবুব হোসেন, বাংলা বিভাগের প্রফেসর ড. বাকী বিল্লাহ বিকুল প্রমুখের সঙ্গে উপাচার্য-রুমে এক সাহিত্যবৈঠকে মিলিত হন। সাহিত্যের কাঠামোগত দিক ও কুষ্টিয়ার ইতিহাস ঐতিহ্য নিয়ে বৈঠকে আলোচনা হয়।

বৈঠকের আগে ড. রকিবুল হাসান মাননীয় উপাচার্য প্রফেসর ড. রাশিদ আসকারী ও বাংলা বিভাগের প্রফেসর ড. বাকী বিল্লাহ বিকুলের সঙ্গে ইংরেজি বিভাগের শিক্ষার্থীদের সাথে সাহিত্যের নানামাত্রিক বিষয় নিয়ে আলোচনা করেন।

Southeast University Debate Club (SEUDC) participated in the 2nd round of UCB Public Parliament Debate Competition 2017 which was organized by ATN Bangla and Debate for Democracy on 22 July 2017 at the Studio of Bangladesh Film Development Corporation (BFDC). SEUDC took part in Government side and State University of Bangladesh took part in Opposition side. The topic of the debate competition was ‘Limited Democracy is accepted for Sustainable Development’. Team members of Government side were Tanvir Neaz Shakil from LLB department, Navid Anjum from School of Business Studies (SBS) and Rubaiet IBN Raihan from Textile Engineering department of Southeast University. The team was led by Mr. M. Abdullah Al Mamun, Assistant Professor of SBS and Moderator of SEUDC. Southeast University Debate Club marginally lost this 2nd round of competition.

Southeast University Movie and Drama Club (SEUMDC) kicked off with the screening of the Academy Award winning movie The Pianist on 19 July 2017 at Seminar Hall of the University, Building 4, Banani, Dhaka. SEUMDC is launched with an objective of showing good feature films, short films, documentaries as well as staging dramas to foster better knowledge and understanding of the students about the burning issues of the country and the world. The club will select the movies based on their aesthetic merits and the perspectives they offer on cultural, philosophical, sociological and political issues. The club will also encourage the young and budding talents to come up with the idea of making short films and documentaries of national and international standards. To nurture this passion of the students the club will initiate occasional rendezvous with prominent script-writers, movie-makers, artists and play-wrights.



With the click of the movie The Pianist by the Chair of the English Department Associate Professor Harunur Rashid Khan, the Southeast University Movie and Drama Club formally went off. He emphasized the importance of watching good movies. Ms. Aliya Shahnoor Ameen, Assistant Professor and Moderator of SEUMDC briefed the students about the objective and function of the SEUMDC and reiterated the impact of movie and drama in shaping the intellect of the young minds. The session was also attended by Ms. Jahanara Begum, Lecturer and moderator of SEUMDC, faculty members and a host of students across the university.

School of Business Studies (SBS) of Southeast University (SEU) organized a presentation session on “Photo-folio” on 20 July 2017 by the students of the course SOC2124, titled Introduction to Sociology at the Seminar Hall of the University, Banani, Dhaka.

Dr. Sohela Mustari, Assistant Professor, School of Business Studies was the moderator of the session. Prof. Nargis Akhter, Ph.D., and Farhana Ferdousi, Ph.D., Assistant Prof. of School of Business Studies (SBS) were present in the session to evaluate the performance of the students. Among others, Ms. Sharmeen Akhter, Ms. Kamrunnahar and Md. Mohiman, Lecturers of School of Business Studies (SBS) were present to inspire the students.



In this presentation session, each group of 4 to 5 students presented on a social theme based on photos collected from the field. Most of the students choose a theme from Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Their theme includes poverty among the slum dwellers, lack of food security among the urban people, water scarcity among the city dwellers, deprived children of the society, child labor, Role of city cleaner and many more.



The aim of this photo-folio was to enhance students understanding of contemporary social issues and to create a depth indulgent of specific theme through collecting primary data. Similarly, the purpose of arranging the presentation session in front of a big audience was to increase students’ confidence level.

School of Business Studies (SBS) of Southeast University (SEU) organized ‘Entrepreneurship Week’ which will be going on from 19-25 July 2017. The inauguration ceremony was held on 19 July 2017 at the Seminar Hall of the main building, Banani, Dhaka.

Hon’ble Vice Chancellor of SEU Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin chaired the inauguration program while Dr. Mehe Zebunnesa Rahman, Convener of Entrepreneurship Committee & Director of BBA Program, SBS delivered the Welcome Speech. Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Hon’ble Member, Board of Trustees, SEU Trust attended the program as Guest of Honor.



Ms. Parveen Mahmud, FCA, Chairperson of MIDAS was present at the program as Chief Guest. Dr. A.S.M. Mashi-ur-Rahman, Managing Director of MIDAS attended the program as Special Guest. Dr. Farhana Ferdousi, Member Secretary of Entrepreneurship Committee & Assistant Professor, SBS delivered Vote of Thanks. They inspired students to take challenge and mental preparation to be an entrepreneur.



An agreement was signed between SEU and MIDAS during the inauguration program for providing training on Business Plan writing for the students of entrepreneurship course. Among others, Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed, SPP, psc (Retd), Registrar of SEU, Prof. Dr. Md. Abdul Hakim Dean, School of Arts & Social Sciences, Prof. Syed Fakhrul Hassan, Dean, School of Science & Engineering, Chairman of Pharmacy department, Wing Commander AHM Mostafa Morshed (Retd), Chief Coordinator of Board of Trustees, Trainers of MIDAS, faculty members and students of SBS were present at the program.

An entrepreneurial debate competition was held in the second session of the program. Throughout the entrepreneurship week students will go through different competing events like idea generation, business plan presentation, poster presentation and quiz competition. With financial support from Prime Bank Ltd. the training program will be conducted.

Department of Career Services (DCS) of Southeast University (SEU) in collaboration with New Horizons organized a Workshop on Emerging Technology Towards IT Career for the students of BBA program of SEU. The workshop was held on 17 July 2017 in the Seminar Hall of the main building of the University, Banani, Dhaka.

New Horizons is a Computer Learning Center. Dr. Mehe Zebunnesa Rahman, Director of BBA Program, SEU, Md. Rashed Khan, Principal Instructor, Md. Sariful Islam, Assistant Manager and representatives of New Horizons and around 150 students of BBA program attended the workshop.

সাউথইস্ট বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের বাংলা ভাষা ও সাহিত্য বিভাগের উদ্যোগে ১৮ জুলাই ২০১৭ তারিখে ‘প্যারীচাঁদ-রবীন্দ্রনাথ: আর্থ-সামাজিক ভাবনা’ শীর্ষক আলোচনা অনুষ্ঠান বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের বনানীস্থ সেমিনার হলে অনুষ্ঠিত হয়েছে।

বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের মাননীয় উপাচার্য অধ্যাপক ড. এএনএম মেশকাত উদ্দীন-এর সভাপতিত্বে অনুষ্ঠানে প্রধান অতিথি হিসেবে উপস্থিত ছিলেন প্রখ্যাত কলামিস্ট, প্রাবন্ধিক ও গবেষক সৈয়দ আবুল মকসুদ। সম্মানিত অতিথি হিসেবে উপস্থিত ছিলেন বোর্ড অব ট্রাস্টিজ, সাউথইস্ট বিশ্ববিদ্যালয় ট্রাস্ট-এর সম্মানিত সদস্য জনাব এম. কামালউদ্দিন চৌধুরী।



অনুষ্ঠানে স্বাগত বক্তব্য রাখেন বাংলা ভাষা ও সাহিত্য বিভাগের শিক্ষার্থী মাসুমা মায়মুর। মূল প্রবন্ধ পাঠ করেন বাংলা ভাষা ও সাহিত্য বিভাগের প্রভাষক গোলাম রাববানি। সম্মানিত আলোচক হিসেবে বক্তব্য রাখেন কলা ও সামাজিক বিজ্ঞান অনুষদের ডিন অধ্যাপক ড. মোঃ আব্দুল হাকিম এবং বাংলা ভাষা ও সাহিত্য বিভাগের চেয়ারম্যান ড. রকিবুল হাসান। আলোচনা অনুষ্ঠানে প্রধান অতিথির বক্তব্য রাখেন সৈয়দ আবুল মকসুদ। বক্তারা বলেন, ”প্যারীচাঁদ মিত্র ও রবীন্দ্রনাথ ঠাকুরের আর্থ-সামাজিক উন্নয়নে ব্যাপক ভূমিকা রেখেছেন, যা তরুণ প্রজন্মের জন্য আদর্শস্বরূপ। প্যারীচাঁদ মিত্র ও রবীন্দ্রনাথ ঠাকুরের ব্যবসায়ের মূলধন ছিলো অর্থ নয়, সততা ও আদর্শ।”

অনুষ্ঠানে অন্যান্যদের মধ্যে উপস্থিত ছিলেন সাউথইস্ট বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের রেজিস্ট্রার মেজর জেনারেল কাজী ফকরুদ্দীন আহমেদ, এসপিপি, পিএসসি (অব:), বোর্ড অব ট্রাস্টিজ-এর প্রধান সমন্বয়ক উইং কমান্ডার এএইচ এম মোস্তফা মোর্শেদ (অবঃ), আর্কিটেকচার, ইংরেজি, ফার্মেসি, অর্থনীতি বিভাগের চেয়ারম্যান, বিবিএ প্রোগ্রামের পরিচালক, শিক্ষক, ঢাকা বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের বাংলা বিভাগের সহকারী অধ্যাপক মোমেনুর রসুল, জগন্নাথ বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের সহকারী অধ্যাপক রাজিব মন্ডল ও আরিফুল আবিদ, বাংলাদেশ সরকারের অতিরিক্ত সচিব (অবঃ) কবি কালিরঞ্জন বর্মণ, সাউথইস্ট বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের কর্মকর্তা ও বাংলা ভাষা ও সাহিত্য বিভাগের শিক্ষার্থীবৃন্দ।

The Department of Textile Engineering of Southeast University (SEU) organized Workshop on Youth Entrepreneurship in collaboration with Bangladesh Youth Enterprise Advice & Helpcentre (B’Yeah) on 17 July 2017 at permanent campus of the University, Tejgaon, Dhaka.

Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Advisor of Board of Trustees, SEU Trust chaired the session while Prof. Syed Fakhrul Hassan, Dean, School of Sciences & Engineering, SEU delivered the Welcome Address. Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Hon’ble Member, Board of Trustees, SEU Trust was present at the workshop as Special Guest.



Mr. Abdul-Muyeed Chowdhury, Founder Chair, B’Yeah & Former Adviser, Caretaker Government of Bangladesh attended the workshop as Chief Guest. Mr. Salauddin Kasem Khan, Managing Director, A.K. Khan & Company Ltd. and Member, BOG, B’Yeah was present at the workshop as Guest of Honour. They inspired students, faculty members and officers of SEU to be an Entrepreneur by their motivational speech. B’Yeah will help them to develop their entrepreneur skills so that they can become job creators instead of job seekers.

Prof. Dr. Md. Abdul Hakim, Dean of School of Arts & Social Sciences attended the workshop as discussant. Ms. Ashfah Huque, Executive Director of B’Yeah delivered the Vote of Thanks. Among others, Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed, SPP, psc (Retd), Registrar of SEU, Professor Meer Mobashsher Ali, Chairman of Architecture department, faculty members, officers and students of SEU were present at the workshop.

The Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering of Southeast University (SEU) organized a Seminar on “Electromagnetic Performances Analysis of an Ultra-wideband and Flexible Material Antenna in Microwave Breast Imaging” on 17 July 2017 at permanent campus of the University, Tejgaon, Dhaka.

Dr. Ashiqur Rahman, Research Assistant, Department of Electrical, Electronic and Systems Engineering, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM) was Keynote Speaker of the seminar. Dr. Ashiq talked about how a compact and efficient antenna is developed on a flexible dielectric substrate with effective electromagnetic performance both in flat and bending conditions for microwave breast imaging application. In his talk, he explained how he employed flexible substrate to fabricate it from the mixed ferrite compound by the sol-gel method.

Dr. Engr. Muhibul Haque Bhuyan, Chairman of EEE Department, SEU chaired the seminar. Faculty members and students of Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering of SEU attended the seminar.

Department of Career Services (DCS) of Southeast University (SEU) along with Praava Health organized a Seminar on Observing World Hepatitis Day 2017 which was held on 17 July 2017 in the Seminar Hall of the main building of the University, Banani, Dhaka.

Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed, SPP, psc (Retd), Registrar of SEU chaired the session while Dr. Md. Siddiqul Islam, Chairman of Pharmacy department, SEU delivered the Welcome Speech.



Ms. Sylvana Sinha Founder, Managing Director & CEO of Praava Health was present at the program as Chief Guest. Dr. Simeen Akhter, Sr. Medical Advisor of Praava Health was Special Guest of the session. They talked on general health awareness and precautions against Hepatitis virus. Dr. Shoaib Ahmed, Senior Family Physician of Praava Health gave a presentation on Hepatitis virus and Chikungunya. Dr. Faisal Rahman, Medical Director from Praava Health was present at the seminar.

Among others, Dr. Mohammad Faruque, Chairman of Islamic Studies Department, Dr. Mehe Zebunnesa Rahman, Director of BBA program, Ms. Deepti Sarkar, In charge of DCS, faculty members, officers of Board of Trustees and SEU and Praava Health and SEU students were present at the seminar.

Pharmacy department of Southeast University (SEU) organized Freshers’ Reception & Orientation Program of the newly admitted students of Summer Semester 2017. The program was held on 16 July 2017 at the Seminar hall, SEU main building, Banani, Dhaka.

Hon’ble Vice Chancellor of SEU Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin chaired the session while Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Hon’ble Member, Board of Trustees, SEU Trust attended the program as Guest of Honor.

Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed, SPP, psc (Retd), Registrar of SEU welcomed newly enrolled students. He discussed about rules, regulations and facilities of the University.




Prof. ABM Faroque, Professor & Former Dean, Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Dhaka and Advisor of department of Pharmacy, SEU was present at the program as Chief Guest. Mr. ARM Zahidur Rahman, Executive Director, Beximco Pharmaceuticals Ltd. was present at the program as Special Guest. They explained how students should endeavor themselves in academic curricula and make best use of the University time. They inspired them to acquire knowledge and do good works for the development of world in the field of Pharmacy.

Prof. Syed Fakhrul Hassan, Dean, School of Science & Engineering, Dr. Md. Siddiqul Islam, Chairman of the department of Pharmacy welcomed the freshers. Among others, Prof. Dr. Md. Abdul Hakim Dean of School of Arts & Social Sciences, Chairman of different departments, Wing Commander AHM Mostafa Morshed (Retd), Chief Coordinator of Board of Trustees, faculty members of Pharmacy department, officials of SEU, newly enrolled students and their guardians were present at the program.

Institutional Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) of Southeast University (SEU) organized a Workshop on ‘The Roles and Responsibilities of Academic and non-Academic Departments to Enhance the Quality of Academic Programs’ on 13 July 2017 at the Seminar Hall of the main building, Banani, Dhaka. Prof Dr. Md. Abdul Hakim, Director of IQAC chaired the session while Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, hon’ble Vice Chancellor inaugurated the Workshop.




Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Advisor, Board of Trustees, SEU Trust was present in the workshop as the resource person and gave a presentation on ‘Inspection by External Peer Review Team, What They See and Where We Are?’ The board objective of the workshop was to identify the Role and Responsibilities of Academic and non-Academic Departments to Enhance the Quality of Academic Programs and to be fully prepared for the Inspection by the External Peer Review Team.

Among others, Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed, SPP, psc (Retd), Registrar of SEU, faculty members including Chairmen, Directors, Heads and Members of Self Assessment Committee (SAC), Coordinators of the departments of Business Studies, Economics, Law & Justice and Textile Engineering were present at the workshop.

সাউথইস্ট বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের ‘ন্যাচার এন্ড এনভায়রনমেন্ট’ ক্লাব-এর উদ্যোগে ‘লেটস গো গ্রীন’ শিরোনামে সচেতনতামূলক অনুষ্ঠান ১৩ জুলাই ২০১৭ তারিখে বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের বনানীস্থ মূল ভবনের সেমিনার হলে অনুষ্ঠিত হয়েছে।

অনুষ্ঠানে স্বাগত বক্তব্য রাখেন বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের ন্যাচার এন্ড এনভায়রনমেন্ট ক্লাবের মডারেটর আদিবা মুরতজা। বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের মাননীয় উপাচার্য অধ্যাপক ড. এএনএম মেশকাত উদ্দিন-এর সভাপতিত্বে অনুষ্ঠানে প্র্রধান অতিথি হিসেবে উপস্থিত ছিলেন প্রকৃতি ও জীবন ফাউন্ডেশন এবং চ্যানেল আই ও ইমপ্রেস গ্রুপ-এর পরিচালক জনাব মুকিত মজুমদার বাবু। তিনি সাউথইস্ট বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের ‘ন্যাচার এন্ড এনভায়রনমেন্ট’ ক্লাব-এর এই মহতী উদ্যোগকে ধন্যবাদ জানান। তিনি প্রকৃতি ও পরিবেশ রক্ষায় সকলকে সচেতন হতে ও ভূমিকা রাখার ব্যাপারে উদাত্ত আহ্বান জানান। শিক্ষা কার্যক্রমে পরিবেশ শিক্ষা চালু করার কথা বলেন।



বিশেষ অতিথি হিসেবে উপস্থিত ছিলেন প্রখ্যাত পাখি বিশারদ ও প্রকৃতিবিদ জনাব এনাম উল হক। তিনি প্রকৃতি রক্ষায় সকলকে একসাথে এগিয়ে আসার কথা বলেন।

অনুষ্ঠানে ‘তাপমহল’ শিরোনামে প্রকৃতি ও পরিবেশের ওপর একটি সচেতনামূলক রম্য নাটিকা মঞ্চায়িত করা হয়। প্রকৃতি ও জীবন ফাউন্ডেশনের একটি তথ্যচিত্র পরিবেশন করা হয়। চ্যানেল আই-এর পক্ষ হতে কুইজ প্রতিযোগিতায় অংশগ্রহণকারী ৭৫ জন শিক্ষার্থীর মধ্যে ৭ জন বিজয়ীর হাতে পুরষ্কার তুলে দেওয়া হয়। মাননীয় উপাচার্য অধ্যাপক ড. এএনএম মেশকাত উদ্দিন, সাউথইস্ট বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের পক্ষ থেকে জাতীয় ও আন্তর্জাতিক পর্যায়ে স্বনামধন্য ব্যক্তিত্ব জনাব মুকিত মজুমদার বাবু ও জনাব এনাম উল হককে সম্মানসূচক ক্রেস্ট প্রদান করেন।

অন্যান্যের মধ্যে উক্ত অনুষ্ঠানে উপস্থিত ছিলেন বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের রেজিস্ট্রার মেজর জেনারেল কাজী ফকরুদ্দীন আহমেদ, এসপিপি, পিএসসি (অবঃ), বিজ্ঞান ও প্রকৌশল অনুষদের ডিন অধ্যাপক সৈয়দ ফখরুল হাসান, বোর্ড অব ট্রাস্টিজের প্রধান সমন্বয়ক উইং কমান্ডার এএইচএম মোস্তফা মোর্শেদ (অবঃ), বিবিএ প্রোগ্রামের পরিচালক ড. মেহে জেবুন্নেসা রহমান, ন্যাচার এন্ড এনভায়রনমেন্ট ক্লাবের মডারেটর ইরতিশাম আহমেদ, ইংরেজি বিভাগের সমন্বয়ক মোঃ আবু নাঈমসহ বিভিন্ন শিক্ষক ও কর্মকর্তাবৃন্দ।

সাউথইস্ট বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের ইসলামিক স্টাডিজ বিভাগের ছাত্র হাফেজ মোঃ হাসানুজ্জামানের পরিবারের কাছে গ্রুপ বীমার এক লক্ষ টাকার মৃত্যুদাবীর চেক হস্তান্তর করেছে সাউথইস্ট বিশ্ববিদ্যালয় কর্তৃপক্ষ। ১০ জুলাই ২০১৭ তারিখে বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের বনানীস্থ ক্যাম্পাসের কনফারেন্স রুমে এই চেক হস্তান্তর করেন বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের মাননীয় উপাচার্য অধ্যাপক ড. এএনএম মেশকাত উদ্দীন। অনুষ্ঠানে আরও উপস্থিত ছিলেন ইসলামিক স্টাডিজ বিভাগের চেয়ারম্যান ড. মোহাম্মদ ফারুক, বাংলা ভাষা ও সাহিত্য বিভাগের চেয়ারম্যান ড. রকিবুল হাসান এবং ফিন্যান্স ও একাউন্টস বিভাগের নিয়ন্ত্রক মোঃ ওয়াদুদ আহমেদ।

এর আগে, গত ১৪ জুন ২০১৭ তারিখে জেনিথ ইসলামী লাইফ ইনসুরেন্স-এর পক্ষ থেকে সাউথইস্ট বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের নামে ২ জন ছাত্রের গ্রুপ বীমার দুই লক্ষ টাকার মৃত্যুদাবীর চেক হস্তান্তর করা হয়। ইসলামিক স্টাডিজ বিভাগের ছাত্র হাফেজ মোঃ হাসানুজ্জামান গত ৩ এপ্রিল ২০১৭ তারিখে সড়ক দুর্ঘটনায় মৃত্যুবরণ করেন।

সাউথইস্ট ইউনিভার্সিটি গত ৫ সেপ্টেম্বর ২০১৬ সাল থেকে জেনিথ ইসলামী লাইফ ইনসুরেন্স-এর সঙ্গে ৮ হাজার ১১৩ জন নিবন্ধিত শিক্ষার্থীদের জন্য ব্যক্তিগত দুর্ঘটনা নীতি গ্রহণ করেছে।

সাউথইস্ট বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ে ৫ জুলাই ২০১৭ তারিখে ডক্যুমেন্টারি নির্মাণ বিষয়ক আলোচনাসভা বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের বনানীস্থ মূল ভবনে উপাচাযের্র কনফারেন্স রুমে অনুষ্ঠিত হয়। আলোচনাসভায় সভাপতিত্ব করেন বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের মাননীয় উপাচার্য অধ্যাপক ড. এএনএম মেশকাত উদ্দীন। এতে উপস্থিত ছিলেন মাননীয় উপ-উপাচার্য অধ্যাপক ড. মোঃ হুমায়ুন কবীর চৌধুরী, বোর্ড অব ট্রাস্টিজের সম্মানিত উপদেষ্টা অধ্যাপক ড. এএফএম মফিজুল ইসলাম, রেজিস্ট্রার মেজর জেনারেল কাজী ফকরুদ্দীন আহমেদ, এসপিপি, পিএসসি (অবঃ), কলা ও সামাজিক বিজ্ঞান অনুষদের ডিন অধ্যাপক ড. মোঃ আব্দুল হাকিম, বিজ্ঞান ও প্রকৌশল অনুষদের ডিন অধ্যাপক সৈয়দ ফখরুল হাসান, বোর্ড অব ট্রাস্টিজের প্রধান সমন্বয়ক উইং কমান্ডার এএইচএম মোস্তফা মোর্শেদ (অবঃ), বাংলা ভাষা ও সাহিত্য বিভাগের চেয়ারম্যান ড. রকিবুল হাসান, এডমিশন অফিসের সহকারি রেজিস্ট্রার দীপ্তি সরকার এবং বাংলা ভাষা ও সাহিত্য বিভাগের শিক্ষার্থী মেহেদী হাসান বাপ্পী।  



উক্ত সভায় বিশেষ আমন্ত্রিত অতিথি হিসেবে উপস্থিত ছিলেন বিশিষ্ট অভিনেতা খায়রুল আলম সবুজ, সাউথইস্ট বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের বাংলা ভাষা ও সাহিত্য বিভাগের শিক্ষার্থী ও জনপ্রিয় অভিনেত্রী বিদ্যা সিনহা সাহা মীম এবং ফ্যান্টাসি মিডিয়া জোনের প্রধান নির্বাহী মইনুল আলম রুমন। সভায় ডক্যুমেন্টারি নির্মাণের বিভিন্ন দিক নিয়ে বিস্তারিত আলোচনা করে একটি কমিটি গঠন করা হয়।

On the eve of Eid-Ul-Fitr, Social Welfare Club of Southeast University (SEU) organized a program for distributing Eid Clothing among deprived children as part of their social responsibility. The program was organized at the seminar hall of SEU Main Building, Banani, Dhaka on 20 June 2017. Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, hon’ble Vice Chancellor of SEU, Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, hon’ble member of Southeast University Trust, Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed, SPP. psc (Retd), Registrar, SEU distributed colorful outfits among deprived Children.   




Among others, Dr. Mehe Zebunnesa Rahman, Director of BBA Program, Md. Abu Nayeem, Moderator of Social Welfare Club and Sr. Lecturer of English Department, officials of SEU and members of Social Welfare Club were present at the event.

Ms Jahanara Begum, Lecturer, Department of English, Southeast University presented a paper titled “Practicing Collaborative Writing in L2 classroom: Techniques and Achievements”on 15 June 2017 in the seminar hall of SEU Building 4. Department of English, Southeast University organized the seminar as a part of regular seminar series. The paper presented by Ms Jahanara Begum focused on the pedagogical aspects of improving students’ writing skill in an interactive and friendly environment. The session was chaired by Mr. Harunur Rashid Khan, Associate Professor and Chair, Department of English. The program was attended by all the faculty members of Department of English, SEU. It was concluded with a lively question/answer session.

An iftar mahfil was organized by Library Department of Southeast University (SEU) held on 15 June 2017 at Central Library Premise of SEU. Mr. Md. Mubassir Ahsan, Library In-Charge, Mr. Md. Rashed Nizami, Assistant Librarian of Canadian University of Bangladesh, Mr. Nayeem Moortaza, Librarian of  Sheikh Fazilatunnessa Mujib Memorial KPJ Specialized Hospital, Mr. Fazle Rabbi, Assistant Librarian of Ministry of Industry, Mr. Nurul Islam, Uttara University Library  and employees & staffs of Southeast University Library were present at the program. A discussion on the development of library services and views were exchanged between ex and current employees. The significance of Ramadan also discussed at the program.  

শিক্ষক-শিক্ষার্থীদের সমন্বিত উদ্যোগে গত ১৭ জুন বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের বিভাগীয় কক্ষে ইফতার মাহফিল অনুষ্ঠিত হয়েছে। অনুষ্ঠানে উপস্থিত ছিলেন বাংলা ভাষা ও সাহিত্য বিভাগের চেয়ারম্যান ড. রকিবুল হাসান, কবি নজরুল বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের বাংলা বিভাগের চেয়ারম্যান প্রফেসর ড. মাহাবুব হোসেন, বাংলা একাডেমির সাবেক পরিচালক প্রফেসর মুহা. সিরাজউদ্দিন, ঢাকা বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের বাংলা বিভাগের সহকারী অধ্যাপক মোমেনুল রসুল, জগন্নাথ বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের সহকারী অধ্যাপক আরিফুল আবেদ, সাউথইস্ট বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের বাংলা ভাষা ও সাহিত্য বিভাগের খ-কালীন শিক্ষক ড. হামিদা বেগম, বাংলা ভাষা ও সাহিত্য বিভাগের শিক্ষক গোলাম রাববানি, বিভাগের সহকারী প্রোগ্রাম অফিসার ফাহমিদা রহমান সিদ্দিকা এবং ছাত্র-ছাত্রীবৃন্দ। অনুষ্ঠানে রোযার ফজিলতের বিভিন্ন দিক নিয়ে আলোচনা করেন প্রফেসর সিরাজউদ্দিন।

Ministry of Health & Family Welfare of the Govt. of Peoples’ Republic of Bangladesh and Bangladesh Red Crescent Society Jointly awarded Southeast University as the best blood donor organization, 2017.

Ministry of Health & Family Welfare of the Govt. of Peoples’ Republic of Bangladesh and Bangladesh Red Crescent Society jointly awarded Southeast University as the best blood donor organization (2017) in the occasion of World Blood Donor Day-2017 on June 14, 2017 in the auditorium of Holy Family Medical College. A crest and a certificate were handed over by Mr. Mohammad Nasim, Honorable Minister, Ministry of Health & Family Welfare of the Govt. of Peoples’ Republic of Bangladesh to Dr. Arun Kanti Guha, Associate Professor and Dr. ANM Ahmed Ullah, Associate Professor, DTE, SEU. Two other faculty members, Dr. Syed Atiqur Rahman (Associate Professor) and Mr. Muzahidur Rahman Chowdhury (Lecturer) and a group of students of SEU were present in the occasion.

Textile Engineering Department of Southeast University (SEU) organized Corporate Membership Certificate Handover Ceremony by The Textile Institute, UK on 15 June 2017 at the Conference Room of Banani main Campus.

Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Hon’ble Vice Chancellor of SEU chaired the program while Mr. Roger Gilmartin, Vice President of The Textile Institute, UK was present as the Chief Guest. Prof. Syed Fakhrul Hassan, Dean, School of Science & Engineering, SEU delivered the welcome speech. Prof. Dr. M. Shamsher Ali, Professor Emeritus of SEU, Prof. Dr. Engr. Ayub Nabi Khan, Chairman, Textile Institute, Bangladesh section and other dignitaries took part in discussion on The Textile Institute and importance of corporate membership. At the end of the program, a Corporate Membership Certificate was handed over by Mr. Roger Gilmartin on behalf of The Textile Institute, UK to Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Hon’ble Vice Chancellor of Southeast University.




Among others, Prof. Dr. A.F.M. Mafizul Islam,Advisor of Board of Trustees, SEU Trust, Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed, SPP, psc (Retd), Registrar of SEU, Dr. ANM Ahmedullah, Dr. Syed Atikur Rahman, Dr A K Guha and some faculty members of Textile Engineering Department of SEU and other dignitaries of Textile Institute Bangladesh Section were present at the program.

Southeast University Debate Club (SEUDC) organized Iftar Mahfil-2017 and Debate Workshop, Show Debate Public Speaking Competition on June 14, 2017 in the University Seminar Hall, Banani, Dhaka.

Mr. AKM Shoaib, Chairman of National Debate Federation Bangladesh (NDF BD) & Mr. Md. Anisur Rahman, Director General of NDF BD were present as the special guests while Mr. M. Abdullah Al Mamun, Moderator of SEU Debate Club & Assistant Professor of SBS presided over the ceremony. Dr. Kazi Md. Tarique, Assistant Professor of SBS & Ms. Aliya Shahanoor Ameen, Assistant Professor, Department of English also spoke at the program. The debate workshop was conducted by Mr. Md. Tanvir Neaz Shakil, Ex-President of SEUDC. Speakers mentioned the significance of debate for the student’s future career and the importance of Ramadan for human life. Among others, faculty members, staffs, debaters were present at the program.

Department of Career Services (DCS) of Southeast University (SEU) in cooperation with Bikroy.com organized an ‘On Campus Recruitment Session’ for SEU students on 15 June 2017 in the seminar hall of Banani campus.



Ms. Sadia Farha, Senior Executive, HR & Administration gave an introduction to Bikroy.com. Mr. Farhan Ul Huq, Manager, Ad Sales gave a Presentation on Bikroy.com. Ms. Ummay Kulsum Asha, Executive, HR & Administration conducted Logical Test. A good number of students from all departments of SEU and alumni of SEU participated in the recruitment session.

সাউথইস্ট ইউনিভার্সিটির ২ জন ছাত্রের গ্রুপ বীমার দুই লক্ষ টাকার মৃত্যুদাবীর চেক হস্তান্তর অনুষ্ঠান ১৪ জুন ২০১৭ তারিখে ইউনিভার্সিটির বনানীস্থ ক্যাম্পাসের কনফারেন্স রুমে অনুষ্ঠিত হয়েছে। জেনিথ ইসলামী লাইফ ইনসুরেন্স-এর পক্ষ থেকে সাউথইস্ট ইউনিভার্সিটির নামে চেক হস্তান্তর করা হয়। চেক হস্তান্তর অনুষ্ঠানে সাউথইস্ট ইউনিভার্সিটির উপ-উপাচার্য অধ্যাপক ড. মোঃ হুমায়ুন কবীর চৌধুরী, রেজিস্ট্রার মেজর জেনারেল কাজী ফকরুদ্দীন আহমেদ, এসপিপি, পিএসসি (অবঃ), ফিন্যান্স ও একাউন্টস বিভাগের নিয়ন্ত্রক মোঃ ওয়াদুদ আহমেদ, এফসিএ এবং জেনিথ ইসলামী লাইফ ইনসুরেন্স-এর প্রধান নির্বাহী কর্মকর্তা এস এম নুরুজ্জামান, কাস্টমার সার্ভিসের মহাব্যবস্থাপক মোহাম্মদ শাহাদাত হোসেন, একাউন্টস ও ফিন্যান্স বিভাগের মহাব্যবস্থাপক ও প্রধান মোঃ মনজুর আহমেদ, এইচআর ও এডমিনের মহাব্যবস্থাপক আব্দুর রহমান উপস্থিত ছিলেন।

সাউথইস্ট ইউনিভার্সিটির বিবিএ বিভাগের ছাত্র মোঃ আকিবুল হাসান গত ১৪ মার্চ ২০১৭ তারিখে এবং ইসলামিক স্টাডিজ বিভাগের ছাত্র হাফেজ মোঃ হাসানুজ্জামান গত ৩ এপ্রিল ২০১৭ তারিখে সড়ক দুর্ঘটনায় মৃত্যুবরণ করেন। সাউথইস্ট ইউনিভার্সিটি গত ৫ সেপ্টেম্বর ২০১৬ সাল থেকে জেনিথ ইসলামী লাইফ ইনসুরেন্স-এর সঙ্গে ৮ হাজার ১১৩ জন নিবন্ধিত শিক্ষার্থীদের জন্য ব্যক্তিগত দুর্ঘটনা নীতি গ্রহণ করেছে।

কবিগুরু রবীন্দ্রনাথ ঠাকুর ও জাতীয় কবি কাজী নজরুল ইসলাম-এর জন্মজয়ন্তী উপলক্ষ্যে ১২ জুন ২০১৭ তারিখে সাউথইস্ট বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের বনানীস্থ সেমিনার হলে এক আলোচনা সভা ও সাংস্কৃতিক অনুষ্ঠানের আয়োজন করা হয়। বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের মাননীয় উপাচার্য অধ্যাপক ড. এএনএম মেশকাত উদ্দীন-এর সভাপতিত্বে অনুষ্ঠানে স্বাগত বক্তব্য রাখেন কলা ও সামাজিক বিজ্ঞান অনুষদের ডিন অধ্যাপক ড. মোঃ আব্দুল হাকিম। রবীন্দ্র-নজরুল স্মরণে ধর্মীয় গান পরিবেশন করেন বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের শিক্ষার্থীরা।

বিশেষ আলোচকের বক্তব্য রাখেন বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের এমেরিটাস অধ্যাপক ড. এম. শমশের আলী। তিনি বাংলা সাহিত্যের দুই মহীরুহ রবীন্দ্রনাথ ও নজরুল সম্পর্কে অনেক জ্ঞানগর্ভ আলোচনা করেন। বিশ্বকবি রবীন্দ্রনাথের বিশ্বদর্শন, ধ্যান ও স্রষ্টাবন্দনার কথা তুলে ধরেন। নজরুল সম্পর্কে আলোচনায় তিনি নজরুল সাহিত্য অনুবাদ করে বিভিন্ন দেশের নিপীড়িত মানুষের কাছে পেীঁছে দেওয়ার কথা বলেন।



প্রধান অতিথি হিসেবে অনুষ্ঠানে উপস্থিত ছিলেন একুশে পদক ও বাংলা একাডেমি পুরষ্কারপ্রাপ্ত এবং নজরুল ইন্সটিটিউটের সাবেক নির্বাহী পরিচালক কবি মুহম্মদ নূরুল হুদা। বাংলাদেশের জাতীয় কবি নজরুল সর্বপ্রথম বাঙালীদের স্বাধীনতার কথা, অধিকারের কথা তুলে ধরেন। সভাপতির বক্তব্যে বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের মাননীয় উপাচার্য অধ্যাপক ড. এএনএম মেশকাত উদ্দীন বলেন, ‘রবীন্দ্রনাথ ও নজরুল দুজনেই বাংলাদেশের স্বাধীনতার স্বপ্নদ্রষ্টা। বাঙালী, বাংলাদেশ সম্পর্কে জানতে হলে রবীন্দ্র ও নজরুল সাহিত্য চর্চা করতে হবে। ’

অনুষ্ঠানে উপস্থিত ছিলেন বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের রেজিস্ট্রার মেজর জেনারেল কাজী ফকরুদ্দীন আহমেদ, এসপিপি, পিএসসি (অব:), বিজ্ঞান ও প্রকৌশল অনুষদের ডিন অধ্যাপক সৈয়দ ফখরুল হাসান, বিভিন্ন বিভাগের চেয়ারম্যান, শিক্ষক, কর্মকর্তা ও শিক্ষার্থীবৃন্দ।

The 27th Meeting of Academic Council of Southeast University (SEU) was held in the Conference Room at its Banani Main Campus on 8 June 2017 . Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Hon’ble Vice Chancellor of SEU chaired the meeting while Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Honb’le Member of Board of Trustees, SEU Trust attended the meeting.



Among others, Prof. Dr. Md. Humayun Kabir Chowdhury, Pro-Vice Chancellor of SEU, Prof. Dr. A.F.M. Mafizul Islam, Advisor of Board of Trustees (BOT), Prof. Dr. Borhan Uddin Khan, Professor of Department of Law, University of Dhaka (External Member), Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed, SPP, psc (Retd), Registrar of SEU, Prof. Syed Fakhrul Hassan, Dean of School of Science & Engineering, Prof. Dr. Md. Abdul Hakim, Dean of School of Arts & Social Sciences, Wing Commander AHM Mostafa Morshed, (Retd), Chief Coordinator of BOT, SEU Trust, Chairman of all departments, Director of MBA Program, Director of BBA Program, Prof. Dr. Mohammad Salek, Professor of School of Business Studies, Controller of Examination, Deputy Registrar (Academic) were present at the meeting.

পবিত্র মাহে রমজান উপলক্ষে ৬ জুন ২০১৭ তারিখে বনানীস্থ সেমিনার হলে এক ইফতার মাহফিলের আয়োজন করেছে সাউথইস্ট বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়। বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের রেজিস্ট্রার মেজর জেনারেল কাজী ফকরুদ্দীন আহমেদ, এসপিপি, পিএসসি (অবঃ) - এর সঞ্চালনায় অনুষ্ঠানে সূচনা বক্তব্য প্রদান করেন বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের মাননীয় উপাচার্য অধ্যাপক ড. এএনএম মেশকাত উদ্দীন। রমজানের তাৎপর্যের উপর বক্তব্য প্রদান করেন প্রফেসর এমেরিটাস ড. এম শমশের আলী। অনুষ্ঠানের শেষ পর্যায় পবিত্র কুরআন থেকে তেলাওয়াত, তরজমা ও মোনাজাত করেন ইসলামিক স্টাডিজ বিভাগের চেয়ারম্যান ড. মোহাম্মদ ফারুক।



ইফতার মাহ্ফিলে সাউথইস্ট বিশ্ববিদ্যালয় ট্রাস্ট-এর সম্মানিত সদস্য জনাব এম কামালউদ্দিন চৌধুরী, সাউথ এশিয়া ফাউন্ডেশনের সম্মানিত সদস্য ওসমান গণি কাঞ্চন, বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের উপ-উপাচার্য অধ্যাপক ড. মোঃ হুমায়ুন কবীর চৌধুরী, বোর্ড অব ট্রাস্টিজের উপদেষ্টা অধ্যাপক ড. এএফএম মফিজুল ইসলাম, বিজ্ঞান ও প্রকৌশল অনুষদের ডিন অধ্যাপক সৈয়দ ফখরুল হাসান , কলা ও সামাজিক বিজ্ঞান অনুষদের ডিন অধ্যাপক ড. মোঃ আব্দুল হাকিম, বিভিন্ন বিভাগের চেয়ারম্যান, বোর্ড অব ট্রাস্টিজ-এর প্রধান সমন্বয়ক উইং কমান্ডার এএইচ এম মোস্তফা মোর্শেদ (অবঃ), শিক্ষক, কর্মকর্তা-কর্মচারীবৃন্দ উপস্থিত ছিলেন।

গত ০৫ জুন সাউথইস্ট বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের মাননীয় উপাচার্য অধ্যাপক ড. এএনএম মেশকাত উদ্দীন ‘সাউথইস্ট বিশ্ববিদ্যালয় সাহিত্য পুরস্কার’ বিষয়ক কমিটি প্রণয়ন প্রসঙ্গে বাংলা একাডেমির মহাপরিচালক আন্তর্জাতিক খ্যাতিসম্পন্ন ফোকলোরবিদ অধ্যাপক ড. শামসুজ্জামান খান-র সঙ্গে সাক্ষাৎ করেন। বাংলা একাডেমির মহাপরিচালকের দপ্তরে তাঁরা অত্যন্ত আন্তরিক পরিবেশে ‘সাউথইস্ট বিশ্ববিদ্যালয় সাহিত্য পুরস্কার’ প্রদানের উদ্দেশ্য ও লক্ষ্য নিয়ে আলোচনা করেন। বাংলা একাডেমির মহাপরিচালক ড. শামসুজ্জামান খান সাউথইস্ট বিশ্বদ্যিালয়ের মহতী এই উদ্যোগকে অভিনন্দিত করেন এবং সার্বিকভাবে সহযোগিতার আশ্বাস দেন। তিনি পুরস্কার কমিটিতে সম্মানিত সদস্য হিসেবে নিজের সক্রিয়ভাবে সংযুক্ত থাকার সদয় সম্মতি জ্ঞাপন করেন। এ সময় উপস্থিত ছিলেন সাউথইস্ট বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের বাংলা বিভাগের চেয়ারম্যান ড. রকিবুল হাসান, প্রফেসর মুহাম্মদ সিরাজ উদ্দিন, ঢাকা বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের ইংরেজি বিভাগের অধ্যাপক ফখরুল আলম, গবেষক-লেখক সাইমন জাকারিয়া প্রমূখ। আলোচনা শেষে মাননীয় উপাচার্য অধ্যাপক ড. এএনএম মেশকাত উদ্দীন, বাংলা বিভাগের চেয়ারম্যান ড. রকিবুল হাসানের গবেষণাগ্রন্থ ‘বাংলা জনপ্রিয় উপন্যাসের ধারা’, ‘ঐতিহ্যের উত্তরাধিকার ও ফোকলোর’, ‘সাহিত্যের নন্দনচর্যা’ ও ‘আকবর হোসেনের কথাসাহিত্য: রূপলোক ও শিল্পসিদ্ধি’ মহাপরিচালক ড. শামসুজ্জামান খানের হাতে তুলে দেন। ‘ঐতিহ্যের উত্তরাধিকার ও ফোকলোর’ গ্রন্থটি ড. রকিবুল হাসান মহাপরিচালক ড. শামসুজ্জামান খানকে উৎসর্গ করেছেন।



উল্লেখ্য, গত ২৪ এপ্রিল মাননীয় উপাচার্য অধ্যাপক ড. এএনএম মেশকাত উদ্দীন ‘সাউথইস্ট বিশ্ববিদ্যালয় সাহিত্য পুরস্কার’ বিষয়ে এমেরিটাস অধ্যাপক ড. আনিসুজ্জামান-এর সঙ্গেও আলোচনা করেন। তিনিও এই উদ্যোগকে স্বাগত জানিয়ে পুরস্কার কমিটিতে সম্মানিত সদস্য হিসেবে নিজে সংযুক্ত থাকার সম্মতি দেন।

Mohammad Sazzad Hossain, Associate professor at the Department of Architecture, Southeast University participated at the Erasmusmundus Association (EMA) General Assembly and Annual Conference in Brussels, Belgium. The event was held between 25 -27 May, 2017. Mr. Hossain chaired the session of SouthAsian Chapter. EMA is a nonprofit network for students and alumni of all Erasmusmundus Master and Phd programs supported by the European Commission. Mr. Hossain is an elected information coordinator of EMA, Southasian Chapter and was invited to represent South Asia at such prestigious international platform. His participation was entirely funded by the European Commission, Directorate General for Education and Culture. He was also elected as EMA Country Representative in Bangladesh (2011-13). Mr. Hossain is working closely to establish academic linkage between European and South Asian Higher Education Institutes (HEI). Mr. Hossain also represented SouthAsian chapter at EMA, GA , 2006 in Lugano, Switzerland.

On 19 May 2017 Ms Faria Alam, Lecturer, Department of English, Southeast University jointly presented a paper titled “Women’s Writing in Digital Sphere: A Room of One’s Own” in a two day international conference titled “Redrawing Gender Boundaries in Literary Terrain” , organized by Department of English and Humanities, BRAC University. Her paper was presented in the session “The Future” and it was moderated by Ms Deepa Srinivas.On 18 may 2017, the opening ceremony started with eminent writer Selina Hossain. Afterwards, Professor Ruth Evans and Professor Niaz Zaman presented their respective keynote speeches, followed by a reading session by Gatha. Closing session included a talk by Professor Susie Tharu. In the meantime, over 60 presenters read out their papers on 10 different sessions.

Harunur Rashid Khan , Chairman of the Department of English, Southeast University attended a summit that is designed to identify salient issues related to the TESOL profession and to build a vision for the future. The Summit was held on Thursday, 9 February and Friday, 10 February 2017 at the Royal Olympic Hotel in Athens, Greece. Two hundred participants from sixty six countries participated in the summit.

The Summit brought together respected and innovative thought leaders who represented a wide variety of contexts for a strategic conversation about the future of the profession. Led by the work of a Steering Committee and informed by a reference group of professional organizations, 12 Featured Speakers addressed the themes related to future and present of TESOL.      

Mr. Khan discussed the current situations of English language with other Delegates from around the world through roundtable discussion and Q&A periods. Before the end of two days summit, he attended a reflective session where he shared his own experience and follow up plans with all others that was well appreciated by delegates.

Nahin Chowdhury, Lecturer, Department of English, has recently come back from USA after completing Fulbright Foreign Language Teaching Assistant (FLTA) program. She taught Bengali language and culture at University of Michigan in USA for two semesters. She has also completed required coursework in her field from the same university. She attended her Fulbright FLTA Orientation sessions at Arizona State University, Arizona, USA. As part of the program, she worked as a cultural ambassador of Bangladesh to represent Bengali language and culture at different cultural events in USA. She has actively participated in a cultural fair at Fulbright Mid Year Conference in Washington DC and Bengali New Year event at University of Michigan where she put a display of Bangladeshi Stall with cultural products and cultural activities to make people aware about Bangladesh and Bengali culture. Moreover, she has also published an article on her Bengali teaching experience at the US University in a cultural magazine published each year by Bengali community in Michigan, USA. In addition, she has participated in some conferences and workshops such as CTAUN Conference on Refugees at United Nations Headquarter, New York, Mellon Winter Workshop on Language Teaching at University of Chicago etc. After completing the program successfully, she desires to work vigorously on English Language learning and teaching condition in Bangladesh and also to encourage Bengali language learning at an international level.

Orientation Program of the newly admitted students of MBA (Friday) of Summer Semester 2017 under the School of Business Studies (SBS) of Southeast University (SEU) was held on 26 May 2017 at the Seminar hall, SEU main building, Banani, Dhaka.

Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed, SPP, psc (Retd), Registrar of SEU welcomed newly enrolled students. He discussed about rules, regulations, academic code of conduct, process of doing registration and facilities of the University. Prof. Dr. Md. Hamid Ullah Bhuiyan, Director of MBA programs gave an introduction of MBA Friday program and introduced respective faculty members to the students.

Hon’ble Vice Chancellor of SEU Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin chaired the session while Mr. Mamun Rashid, Managing Partner of PricewaterhouseCoopers, Bangladesh and Former Managing Director of Citibank N.A. was present at the program as Chief Guest.



Hon’ble Vice Chancellor, Hon’ble Pro Vice Chancellor of SEU and Chief Guest welcomed the students with their inspiring words. They advised students to contribute for the development of the country. They urged students not to involve in terrorism.

Among others, Dr. Mehe Zebunnesa Rahman, Director of BBA Program, faculty members of SBS, newly enrolled students were present at the program.

Orientation Program of the newly admitted students of MBA (1 Year, Regular & Executive) programs, Summer Semester 2017 under the School of Business Studies (SBS) of Southeast University (SEU) was held on 24 May 2017 at the Seminar hall, SEU main building, Banani, Dhaka.

Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed, SPP, psc (Retd), Registrar of SEU welcomed newly enrolled students. He discussed about rules, regulations, academic code of conduct, process of doing registration and facilities of the University.

Prof. Dr. Md. Hamid Ullah Bhuiyan, Director of MBA programs gave an introduction of MBA Evening program and introduced respective faculty members to the students.



Hon’ble Vice Chancellor of SEU Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin chaired the session while Mr. Tabarak Hossain Bhuiyan, Managing Director & CEO of Prime Bank Investment Ltd was present at the program as Chief Guest. Prof. Dr. Md. Humayun Kabir Chowdhury, Hon’ble Pro Vice Chancellor of SEU addressed the freshers.

Hon’ble Vice Chancellor, Hon’ble Pro Vice Chancellor of SEU and Chief Guest welcomed the students with their inspiring words. They emphasized on both theoretical and practical knowledge. They urged students not to involve in terrorism. They inspired them to be an employer, not an employee.

Among others, Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Adviser of Board of Trustees, Dr. Mehe Zebunnesa Rahman, Director of BBA Program, Dr. Md. Siddiqul Islam, Chairman of Pharmacy department, faculty members of SBS, newly enrolled students were present at the program.

Institutional Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) of Southeast University (SEU) organized a Training Program on ‘The Role and Responsibilities & Ethical Principles of University Teachers’ on 23 May 2017 at the Seminar Hall of the main building, Banani, Dhaka. Prof Dr. Md. Abdul Hakim, Director of IQAC chaired the session while Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, hon’ble Vice Chancellor inaugurated the Training Program. Dr. ANM Ahmed Ullah, Additional Director, IQAC of SEU delivered Welcome Address.



Prof. Dr. Sanjoy Kumar Adhikary, Head, Quality Assurance Unit, HEQEP-UGC Bangladesh was present at the program as the resource person and gave a presentation on ‘The Role and Responsibilities & Ethical Principles of University Teachers’.

Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed, SPP, psc (Retd), Registrar of SEU and 65 faculty members from different departments of SEU were present at the training program.

Freshers’ Reception & Orientation Program of the newly admitted students of Summer Semester 2017 under the School of Arts & Social Sciences of Southeast University (SEU) was held on 22 May 2017 at the Seminar hall, SEU main building, Banani, Dhaka.

Hon’ble Vice Chancellor of SEU Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin chaired the session while Hon’ble Justice Md. Mamtaz Uddin Ahmed, Former Justice of the Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of Bangladesh and Chairman of Bangladesh Press Council was present at the program as Chief Guest. Lt. Col A B M Asaduzzaman, psc, BIR (Retd), Principal of Banani Bidyaniketon School & College attended the program as Guest of Honor.

Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed, SPP, psc (Retd), Registrar of SEU welcomed newly enrolled students. He discussed about rules, regulations and facilities of the University. Prof. Dr. Md. Abdul Hakim, Dean of School of Arts & Social Sciences introduced respective faculty members to the students.



Prof. Dr. M. Shamsher Ali, Professor Emeritus, SEU and Prof. Dr. Md. Humayun Kabir Chowdhury, Hon’ble Pro Vice Chancellor of SEU addressed the freshers and inspired them to make best use of their University life.

Among others, Chairman of different departments, Wing Commander AHM Mostafa Morshed (Retd), Chief Coordinator of Board of Trustees, faculty members, officials of SEU, newly enrolled students and their guardians were present at the program.

Freshers’ Reception & Orientation Program of the newly admitted students of Summer Semester 2017 under the School of Science & Engineering of Southeast University (SEU) was held on 22 May 2017 in the Seminar hall of its Permanent Campus, Tejgaon, Dhaka.

Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed, SPP, psc (Retd), Registrar of SEU welcomed newly enrolled students. He discussed about rules, regulations and facilities of the University.

Hon’ble Vice Chancellor of SEU Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin chaired the session while Mr. Md. Abdullah Al-Hasan Chowdhury, Additional Secretary, Ministry of Education, Govt. of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh was present at the program as the Chief Guest.

Mr. Mahboob Zaman, Managing Director of Datasoft Systems Bangladesh Ltd. & Former President of Bangladesh Association of Software & Information Services attended the program as Special Guest. He inspired the students to make best use of their University life.



Prof. Dr. M. Shamsher Ali, Professor Emeritus, SEU and Prof. Dr. Md. Humayun Kabir Chowdhury, Hon’ble Pro Vice Chancellor of SEU addressed the freshers and inspired them to acquire knowledge and do innovative works.

Prof. Syed Fakhrul Hassan, Dean of School of Science & Engineering introduced respective faculty members to the students.

Among others, Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Advisor of Board of Trustees, Chairman of different departments, Wing Commander AHM Mostafa Morshed (Retd), Chief Coordinator of Board of Trustees, faculty members, officials of SEU, newly enrolled students and their guardians were present at the program.

Freshers’ Reception & Orientation Program of the newly admitted students of BBA program of Summer Semester 2017 under the School of Business Studies of Southeast University (SEU) was held on 21 May 2017 at the Seminar hall, SEU main building, Banani, Dhaka.

Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed, SPP, psc (Retd), Registrar of SEU welcomed newly enrolled students. He discussed about rules, regulations and facilities of the University.

Hon’ble Vice Chancellor of SEU Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin chaired the session while Mr. Mohammad Ali, Adviser, Premier Bank Ltd was present at the program as Chief Guest.

Mr. Mohammad Jalauddin, Managing Director, Ansar-VDP Unnayan Bank attended the program as Special Guest. He inspired the students to make best use of their University life. Prof. M.A. Kalam, Principal, Gulshan Commerce College was Guest of Honor.



Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Hon’ble Member of SEU Trust, Prof. Dr. M. Shamsher Ali, Professor Emeritus, SEU and Prof. Dr. Md. Humayun Kabir Chowdhury, Hon’ble Pro Vice Chancellor of SEU addressed the freshers and explained how students should endeavor themselves in academic curricula ‍and make best use of the University time.

Dr. Mehe Zebunnesa Rahman, Director, BBA program gave an introduction of the program and introduced respective faculty members to the students.

Among others, Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Advisor of Board of Trustees, Prof. Syed Fakhrul Hassan, Dean of School of Science & Engineering, Prof. Dr. Md. Abdul Hakim Dean of School of Arts & Social Sciences, Chairman of different departments, Wing Commander AHM Mostafa Morshed (Retd), Chief Coordinator of Board of Trustees, faculty members, officials of SEU, newly enrolled students and their guardians were present at the program.

For the first time, Southeast University (SEU) organized an Admission Carnival for Summer 2017 from 14 to 18 May 2017 (9 am to 5 pm) at the Seminar Hall of the main building, SEU, Banani, Dhaka. Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Hon’ble Vice Chancellor of SEU inaugurated the event. Around 250 students admitted at SEU during this Carnival.

There was a special offer of 50% discount on admission fees during this carnival. Specialized faculty members were available for counseling on subject choice, job prospects and other academic issues.



Southeast University was established in 2002. Currently the student enrollment is over 12,000. SEU offers programs in BBA, MBA (Regular, Executive), Textile Engineering, CSE, Pharmacy, Architecture (IAB Accredited), EEE, Economics, Bangla, English, LLB, LLM and MDS.

Pharmacy Department of Southeast University (SEU) organized a seminar on Career Guidelines for Pharmacy Students in collaboration with Pharmacy Alumni. It was held on 11 May 2017 at the seminar hall of main building, Banani, Dhaka.

Dr. Md. Siddiqul Islam, Chairman of Pharmacy department delivered Welcome Speech while Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Hon’ble Representative of Board of Trustees, SEU Trust delivered his valuable speech as the Chief Guest.



Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Hon’ble Vice Chancellor of SEU inaugurated first session of the program. In the second session, some members of Pharmacy Alumni gave presentation on Career Guidelines for Pharmacy Students.

Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed, SPP, psc (Retd), Registrar of SEU, Wing Commander AHM Mostafa Morshed (Retd), Chief Coordinator of Board of Trustees, faculty members, current students, alumni members of Pharmacy department were present in the program.

Presentation of SWOT Analysis and Strategic Planning Reports held at Southeast University (SEU) on 4 May 2017 in the VC’s Conference Room of the main building, Banani, Dhaka.

Professor Meer Mobashsher Ali, Chairman of Architecture Department, Mr. Md. Asraful Islam, Assistant Professor & Chairman of Law & Justice Department, Prof Syed Fakhrul Hassan, Chairman of Textile Engineering Department, Dr. Mehe Zebunnesa Rahman, Assistant Professor & Director, BBA Program, Dr. Md. Hamid Ullah Bhuiyan, Director, MBA Programs, Dr. Md. Siddiqul Islam, Assistant Professor & Chairman of Pharmacy Department gave power point presentation in the meeting.



The items of power point presentation were SWOT Analysis, Student Enrolment Forecast (2016-2020), Annual Strategic Plan 2017 including Implementation Plan, Annual Schedule of Events/Programs/Seminars/Workshops/Conferences during 2017, Introduction of Certificate courses, Diploma courses, Language courses or any other courses which do not require permission from UGC, Opening of new academic programs/major concentrations/courses within next five years.

Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Hon’ble Member of SEU Trust, Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Hon’ble Vice Chancellor, Prof Dr. Md. Humayun Kabir Chowdhury, Hon’ble Pro Vice Chancellor, Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Advisor of Board of Trustees, SEU Trust, Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed, SPP, psc (Retd), Registrar, Chairmen, Directors, Head of different departments were present in the meeting.

সাউথইস্ট বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের বোর্ড অব ট্রাস্টিজের উদ্যোগে বাংলা ভাষা ও সাহিত্য বিভাগের চার শিক্ষার্থী-কবিকে সংবর্ধনা প্রদান করেছে বিশ্ববিদ্যালয় কর্তৃপক্ষ। এ উপলক্ষ্যে ৭ মে ২০১৭ তারিখে উপাচার্যের কনফারেন্স রুমে এক সংবর্ধনা অনুষ্ঠানের আয়োজন করা হয়। অনুষ্ঠানে সভাপতিত্ব করেন বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের মাননীয় উপাচার্য অধ্যাপক ড. এএনএম মেশকাত উদ্দীন। উপস্থিত ছিলেন বোর্ড অব ট্রাস্টিজের সম্মানিত সদস্য এম. কামালউদ্দীন চৌধুরী, মাননীয় উপ-উপাচার্য অধ্যাপক ড. মো. হুমায়ুন কবীর চৌধুরী, রেজিস্ট্রার মেজর জেনারেল কাজী ফকরুদ্দীন আহমেদ এসপিপি, পিএসসি (অবঃ), কলা ও সামাজিক বিজ্ঞান অনুষদের ডিন অধ্যাপক ড. মো. আব্দুল হাকিম, সাউথইস্ট বিশ্ববিদ্যালয় ট্রাস্ট-এর প্রধান সমন্বয়ক উইং কমান্ডার এএইচএম মোস্তফা মোর্শেদ (অবঃ), বাংলা ভাষা ও সাহিত্য বিভাগের চেয়ারম্যান ড. রকিবুল হাসান এবং সংবর্ধিত চার শিক্ষার্থী-কবি আদৃতা শুভ (কাব্য: মঙ্গলস্বাক্ষর), মেহেদী হাসান বাপ্পী (কাব্য: জাতিস্মর ঘুমিয়ে আছে), শাকিল আহমেদ (কাব্য : জীবনকথা) ও লেবিসন স্কু (কাব্য: মানুষ এক অদ্ভুত সাঁড়াশি অনুবাদক)। সংবর্ধনা অনুষ্ঠানে সম্মানিত অতিথিবৃন্দ তরুণ কবিদের অনুপ্রাণিত করে বক্তৃতা দেন। সাউথইস্ট বিশ্ববিদ্যালয় সাহিত্যচর্চাকে আরো গতিশীল ও স্বীকৃতি দানের লক্ষ্যে সাহিত্য পুরস্কার প্রচলন করেছে তা উল্লেখ করা হয়। সংবর্ধিত বাংলা ভাষা ও সাহিত্য বিভাগের শিক্ষার্থী-কবিরাও তাঁদের অনুভূতি প্রকাশ করেন। বাংলা ভাষা ও সাহিত্য বিভাগের চেয়ারম্যান ড. রকিবুল হাসানের ‘কঠিনেরে ভালোবাসিলাম’ প্রবন্ধগ্রন্থটির ওপরও আলোচনা করা হয়।

উল্লেখ্য, উপরোল্লিখিত গ্রন্থগুলো এবারের একুশের বইমেলায় প্রকাশিত হয়েছিল।

Three students of Southeast University (SEU) got award for their performance in 10th South Asian Universities Festival, 2017 organized by Association of Indian Universities (AIU). The festival was held at Devi Ahilya University, Indore, India from 28th February to 4th March, 2017. Around two hundred students from SAARC countries participated in the festival.

Mr. Mohammad Kawsar Howlader, student of the department of Law and Justice, SEU got Certificate and Crest for his performance in Light Vocal. Mr. Bashir Ahmed, student of School of Business Studies, SEU got Certificate and Crest for his performance in Allocation. Ms. Sutapa Ghosh, student of the department of Economics got Certificate and Crest for her performance in Dance.

Tanvir Mollah, student of the CSE Department participated in the Community College Initiative CCI program in 2015 . He Graduated from Valencia College Orlando Florida USA. He achieved Best GPA Student Certificate. CCI is a One year exchange program where Tanvir is the first SEU students who has done the program.

Southeast University congratulated them for their achievement. Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Hon’ble Member of SEU Trust, Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Hon’ble Vice Chancellor, Prof Dr. Md. Humayun Kabir Chowdhury, Hon’ble Pro Vice Chancellor, Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed, SPP, psc (Retd), Registrar were present in the program.

The Self-Assessment Committee (SAC), Department of Pharmacy of Institutional Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC), Southeast University (SEU) arranged a ‘Team Building Workshop on Self-Assessment Study’ at the Seminar Hall of the main building, Banani, Dhaka on 23 April 2017.

Dr. Md. Siddiqul Islam, Convener, SAC, IQAC and Chairman of Pharmacy department of SEU delivered the welcome address. Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Hon’ble Vice Chancellor of SEU inaugurated the Workshop. Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Adviser to the Board of Trustees, SEU Trust, Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed, SPP, psc (Retd), Registrar, Prof. Dr. M. Shamsher Ali, Professor Emeritus of SEU and Prof. Syed Fakhrul Hassan, Dean, School of Science & Engineering delivered their valuable speech. Prof. Dr. Md. Abdul Hakim, Director of IQAC conducted the working session of the program. All the Faculty Members of Pharmacy Department were present in the Workshop.

Department of Economics of Southeast University (SEU) organized a Research Paper Presentation on 19 April 2017 at the Seminar Hall of Campus 4, Banani, Dhaka.

Mr. Md. Moshiul Alam, Deputy Chief, International Cooperation Division, Bangladesh Tariff Commission presented his research paper on ‘NTBs Antidumping Duty & Countervailing Measures’. Dr. Kazi Tanvir Mahmud, Chairman (Acting) of department of Economics presented his research paper on ‘Microfinance Credit Repayment System of BRAC: A Transition From Weekly to Monthly Payment’.

Dean of School of Arts & Social Sciences Prof. Dr. Md. Abdul Hakim, faculty members of Economics and other departments and students of Economics department were present in the seminar.

Department of Career Services (DCS) of Southeast University (SEU) organized a day long on campus job recruitment session for the SEU graduating students, collaboration with renowned BPO service provider Digicon Technologies Limited on 18th April 2017 in the permanent campus, Tejgaon, Dhaka.

Around one hundred students from all departments of SEU participated in the recruitment session. Mr Mahedi Hasan Akash, HR Executive, Digicon Technologies Ltd. along with his two HR assistants conducted the recruitment session. Mohiuddin Zia was representative and coordinate the session on behalf of Department of Career Services ,SEU. Digicon is recruiting 250 Customer services representative for their CS team.

Institutional Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) of Southeast University (SEU) organized a workshop on ‘Enhancing Academic Program Performance’ on 19 April 2017 at the Seminar Hall of the main building, Banani, Dhaka.

Prof Dr. Md. Abdul Hakim, Director of IQAC delivered welcome speech while Prof Dr. Md. Humayun Kabir Chowdhury, hon’ble Pro Vice Chancellor inaugurated the workshop.



Prof. Dr. A.F.M. Mafizul Islam, Advisor, Board of Trustees, SEU Trust, Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed, SPP, psc (Retd), Registrar of SEU and Prof Dr. Md. Abdul Hakim, Director of IQAC were present in the workshop as resource persons. Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Hon’ble Vice Chancellor gave concluding speech in the workshop.

The broad objective of the workshop is to receive feedbacks from non-academic departments to enhance the performance of academic programs. The feedbacks will be used as inputs to Self-Assessments (SA) studies.