Department of English, Southeast University (SEU) organized the Launching Ceremony of the 3rd Volume, Issue 1 of SEU Journal of the department on 17 June 2020 at the Seminar Hall, Banani, Dhaka. Ms. Aliya Shahnoor Ameen, Chairperson, Department of English delivered the Welcome Speech as the Executive Editor of Journal.

After that Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Honorable Vice Chancellor of SEU unveiled the cover of the Journal as the Editor in Chief. In his speech, he emphasized on doing funded research by the faculty members and publishing article in reputed journal. Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Honorable Adviser, BoT, SEUT was also present as Editorial Advisor. In his speech, he thanked the authors and editorial board members who contributed to the journal.

Department of Bangla Language & Literature, Southeast University (SEU) organized the Launching Ceremony of the 5th Volume of SEU Journal of the department on 17 June 2020 at the Seminar Hall, Banani, Dhaka. Dr. Hamida Begum, Chairperson, Department of Bangla Language & Literature delivered the Welcome Speech as the Editor of Journal. Dr. Md. Masud Shams Aldin, Assistant Professor of the Department talked on past history of the journal.

After that Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Honorable Vice Chancellor of SEU unveiled the cover of the Journal as the Chief Patron. In his speech, he emphasized on doing funded research by the faculty members and publishing article in reputed journal. Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Honorable Adviser, BoT, SEUT was also present as Editorial Advisor. In his speech, he thanked the authors and editorial board members who contributed to the journal.

Southeast University organized a practice session on Fire Fighting was held on March 9 and 10, 2020 respectively in the permanent campus, Tejgaon and the roof top of main building, Banani, Dhaka. Mr. Md. Shamim Khan, Operation Manager, M/S Shah Poran Enterprise, trained the officers and staff of Southeast University.

All the officers, assistant officers, lab assistants, lab attendants, technicians, drivers, OSS, cleaners and security guards were present on the occasion.

Pharmacy Department of Southeast University (SEU) organized Freshers’ Reception & Spring Celebration program for the newly admitted students of Spring Semester 2020 on 5 March in the Pharmacy Department, Banani, Dhaka. Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Vice Chancellor of SEU chaired the program while Mr. Monjurul Alam, Director, Beacon Pharmaceuticals Limited attended the program as Chief Guest. Mr. Muhammad Hanif, EVP (Marketing), Beacon Pharmaceuticals Limited was the Special Guest.

Dr. Md. Siddiqul Islam, Chairman of the Pharmacy Department 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, Mr. Mofazzal Hossain, Controller of Examinations, Mr. Mohammad Imtiaj, Director of BCPR, Mr. Md. Jamal Uddin, Director of CPDS, faculty members of Pharmacy Department, and newly enrolled students and their guardians were present at the program. Later a cultural event was organized where students of Pharmacy department Performed.

A team of 4 students from Southeast University (SEU) participated at the 13th South-Asian Universities Youth Festival (13th SAUFEST) held from 24 to 28 February 2020 at Kurukshetra University, Kurukshetra, India. Association of Indian Universities (AIU) organized the Festival.

The concept of organizing SAUFEST is to make active collaboration and mutual assistance among the South-Asian countries in Educational, Social, Cultural and Economic field. The key objective of the fest is ‘Connect, Compete, and Celebrate’ and is to strengthen the unity and harmony among the participating countries.

The activities held during the fest include- Poster Making, Light Vocal, Mime, Folk Orchestra, Folk Dance, Elocution, Debate, Clay Modeling, Classical Dance, and seminars. During the fest, SEU student Mr. Md. Shakawat Hossain and Mr. Bidhan Chandra Dey performed Folk Dance & Clay Modeling, and Mr. Yeasin Arafat Omi sung a Song. Mr. Md. Mejbaur Rahamn Miju participated in Debate and Elocution competition. About 700 student delegates participated in the festival from Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Mauritius, Nepal, Afghanistan and Sri Lanka. Southeast University Team received certificate, Gold Medal and memento for being part of 13th SAUFEST.

Southeast Business Innovation Forum (SBIF) organized a program titled “Interaction & Reception 2020” to welcome the newly recruited members on 19 February 2020 at SEU Seminar Hall, Main Building, Banani, Dhaka. The new members were recruited through an interview session. A get together of all existing forum members and farewell program for former executive committee (2019-2020) was held on that day. Dr. Farhana Ferdousi, Moderator of SBIF delivered the welcome speech.

Then, the new executive committee members displayed a video documentary of SBIF to review previous year activities and also discussed about their upcoming tentative program plans. Prof Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Adviser of BoT, Prof. Dr. Md. Serajul Islam, Advisor of SBS, Mr. Md. Jamal Uddin, Director of CPDS, Mr. Tawfeeq Hasan, Coordinator of BBA program and Ms. Faieza Chowdhury, Assistant Moderator of SBIF were present in the program. They rendered their valuable speech to congratulate and motivate the members to bring more exposure of the forum. Lastly, the former executive committee members were appreciated with a token of honor presented by SBIF.

A workshop on “Research Methodology” was organized by the Seminar Series Committee of English Department, in collaboration with IRT, on 27 February, 2020. As part of the planned seminar series throughout various semesters in 2020, the first one was conducted by Dr. Kazi Tanvir Mahmud, Assistant Professor, Department of Economics and Member, IRT. Dr. Farhana Ferdousi, Director of IRT and Ms. Aliya Shahnoor Ameen, Chairperson of English Department, were present in the workshop. More than 20 faculty members from English Department actively participated in the 3-hour long workshop where different types of research methodologies were discussed. It was a rewarding experience for the researchers of English Department.

Southeast Textile Club organized a “Meet and Greet” program with fresher’s of spring semester 2020 on 24 February 2020 at SEU Permanent Campus, Tejgoan, Dhaka. The purpose of the program was to introduce existing students and Southeast Textile Club to the fresher’s. Prof. Syed Fakhrul Hassan, Chairman, Department of Textile Engineering chaired the inaugural session Dr. ANM Ahmed Ullah, Associate Professor, Dr. Arun Kanti Guha, Associate Professor and Dr. Syed Atiqur Rahman, Coordinator & Associate Professor gave their valuable speech in the program. Mr. S. M. Masum Alam, Moderator of Southeast Textile Club delivered the vote of thanks.

Mr. An Nur Rasel, General Secretary of Alumni Association, Mr. Kamanshis Dhar from 2nd Batch, Mr. Rubaiet Raihan, ex-president of Debate Club & ex-student of 27th Batch of Department of Textile Engineering and Mr. Saidul Momenin, ex-president of Textile Club & ex-student of 31stBatch of Department of Textile Engineering shared their experiences with the students. There was a cultural part in the program to give some enjoyable moment to the fresher’s. Mr. Mahfuzur Rahman Himel, President, Southeast Textile Club introduced club activities to the newly admitted students. Ms. Israt Zerin, Assistant Moderator of Southeast Textile Club along with other faculties, different club members and students from different batches of Department of Textile Engineering were present in the program.

Department of Economics conducted an internal orientation and technical session for the newly admitted students of 38th batch of semester Spring 2020 on February 25, 2020. Students were informed about the library, IT, accounts and other facilities that are available for them at Southeast University. Prof. Dr. M. A Hakim, Director, IQAC and Professor of Dept. of Economics, Ms. Madiha Khan, Chairperson of Dept. of Economics and all the faculty members of the department were present in the session. The orientation program was highly interactive with enthusiastic participation of the students.

Department of Career & Professional Development Services (CPDS) of Southeast University (SEU) in association with Southeast Pharmacy Club organized a Seminar on 'Power of Extra and Co-curricular Activities and Personal Development' on 20 February 2020 at SEU Seminar Hall, Main Building, Banani, Dhaka. Dr. Md. Siddiqul Islam, Chairman, Department of Pharmacy, SEU inaugurated the seminar.

Mr. Mohammad Yousuf Efti, Executive Director, BOLD, Sales Leadership Trainer and Founder, Future Icon and Mr. Md. Jamal Uddin, Director of CPDS were the Resource Persons of the seminar. Ms. Israt Jahan Bulbul, Moderator of Pharmacy Club delivered the welcome speech. Among others, faculty members and students of Pharmacy department were present in the seminar.

A program on “Best Library User Award 2020 and New Library Website Launching Ceremony to Observe National Library Day” organized by Southeast Central Library was held on 20 February, 2020 at the SEU Seminar Hall, Main Building, Banani, Dhaka. Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Adviser to BOT chaired the program.

Dr. Md. Nasir Uddin Munshi, Librarian, Dhaka University (DU) Library and Professor, Dept. of Information Science and Library Management, DU was present in the program as chief guest while Dr. Md. Anwarul Islam, Librarian, Sher-e-Bangla Agriculture University and Secretary General, Library Association of Bangladesh (LAB) was present as special guest.

Dr. Kazi Tanvir Mahmud, Assistant Professor, Dept. of Economics awarded “Best Library User Award” among Faculty Members and Farhana Akter Nadia, student Dept. of Pharmacy awarded the “Best Library User Award” among students for the year 2020. Among others Registrar, Deans, Head of Academic and Non-Academic, Departments, Faculty Members, guests and students were present in the program.

Department of Architecture, Southeast University (SEU) organized its Final year thesis Jury Program as a part of the Academic activities on February 8, 2020 at the Exhibition space of the Permanent Campus, Tejgaon, Dhaka.

The Final Thesis Projects of the graduating students were evaluated by a group of renowned architects like Ar. Saif Ul Haque -Winner of Aga Khan Award, Ar. Rafiq Azam-Principal Architect, Shatotto; Dr. Mohammed Zakiul Islam, Professor, BUET, Ar. Qazi M Arif- Former GS of IAB, Ar. A.B.M. Mahbubul Malik-Associate Professor of Ahsanullah University of Science and Technology, Ar. Tasleem Shakur and Ar. Tanwir Nawaz. Among others, Prof. Meer Mobashsher Ali, Chairman, Department of Architecture, Ar. Masud Ur Rashid, Associate Professor, Ar. Jubaida Gulshan Ara, Assistant Professor & Coordinator, Faculty Members and students of Architecture department of SEU were present at the program.

The Department of English of Southeast University organized “Freshers' Reception Program for the 45th Batch” on February 19, 2020. Prof. Dr. Md. Abdul Hakim, Director, IQAC, graced the program with his kind presence and delivered an inspiring speech to encourage the freshers of the Department. The faculty members and students of the Department of English made the program successful with their vibrant presence.

The students of the Department organized the entire program themselves with a festive air under the supervision of the faculty members. Mr. Zaheed Alam Munna, Assistant Professor and the Coordinator of the BA (Hons) in English, take the lead to introduce the faculty members of English Department. Ms. Aliya Shahnoor Ameen, Chairperson, Department of English, inspired the newcomers by a motivating speech. An enthralling cultural program was organized by the students of the Department to warmly welcome the freshers.

সাউথইস্ট বিশ্ববিদ্যালয় প্রতি বছরের মতো এবারও ভাষা শহীদদের স্মরণে ২১ শে ফেব্রুয়ারি মহান শহিদ দিবস ও আন্তর্জাতিক মাতৃভাষা দিবস উপলক্ষ্যে বিভিন্ন অনুষ্ঠানের মাধ্যমে দিনটি উদযাপন করে।

সকালে প্রভাতফেরী শেষে বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়টির শহীদ মিনারে পুষ্পস্তবক অর্পণ করেন উপাচার্য অধ্যাপক ড. এএফএম মফিজুল ইসলাম, বোর্ড অব ট্রাস্টিজের উপদেষ্টা অধ্যাপক ড. এএনএম মেশকাত উদ্দীন, রেজিস্ট্রার মেজর জেনারেল (অব.) কাজী ফকরুদ্দীন আহমেদ, বিভিন্ন অনুষদের ডিন, বিভাগীয় চেয়ারম্যান, শিক্ষক-শিক্ষার্থী, বিভিন্ন ক্লাবের প্রতিনিধি, প্রাক্তন শিক্ষার্থী এবং কর্মকর্তা-কর্মচারীরা।

এরপর বিশ্ববিদ্যালয় মিলনায়তনে উপাচার্যের সভাপতিত্বে হয় আলোচনা সভা ও সাংস্কৃতিক অনুষ্ঠান। এতে প্রধান অতিথি ছিলেন বিশিষ্ট নাট্যকার ও চলচ্চিত্র পরিচালক নাসির উদ্দীন ইউসুফ।

স্বাগত বক্তব্য রাখেন উদযাপন কমিটির আহবায়ক ও বিজ্ঞান ও প্রকৌশল অনুষদের ডিন অধ্যাপক মীর মোবাশ্বের আলী। অনুষ্ঠানের শেষাংশে শহীদদের স্মরণে দোয়া ও মোনাজাত করা হয়।

সাউথইস্ট বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের বাংলা ভাষা ও সাহিত্য বিভাগের উদ্যোগে ১৯ ফেব্রুয়ারি ২০২০, ৬ ফাল্গুন ১৪২৬, বসন্তবরণ উৎসব পালিত হয়। বিভাগের চেয়ারম্যান ড. হামিদা বেগমের সভাপতিত্বে অনুষ্ঠানে শিক্ষার্থীদের পরিবেশনায় নৃত্য, গান ও কবিতা আবৃত্তি পরিবেশিত হয়েছে।

এসময় বিভাগের সহকারি অধ্যাপক ড. মাসুদ শাম্স আল্দীন, প্রভাষক সাদিয়া আফরিন এবং বিভাগীয় শিক্ষার্থীবৃন্দ উপস্থিত ছিলেন।

Southeast Architecture Club organized “Bosonto Boron and Pitha Utshob” on 17 February 2020 at SEU Permanent Campus, Tejgaon, Dhaka. Students of Architecture department took part in the program. They arranged a day-long ‘Spring Celebration’ program which includes different cultural activities.

They also arranged a day-long cake festival on the occasion. The program started with Bosonto welcoming song. Prof. Meer Mobashsher Ali, Chairman of Architecture department delivered the welcome speech. Mr. M. Masud Ur Rashid, Moderator of Architecture Club also addressed in the program. Among others, faculty members of Architecture department were present in the program.

Southeast Debate Club (SEUDC) organized a workshop titled "Debate for Peace" on Basic criteria, Rules and Arguments of debate on 17 February at SEU Seminar Hall, Building 4, Banani, Dhaka. Dr. Md. Mahadhi Hasan, Moderator of Southeast Debate Club, Mr. Farhan Rahman, President of IBA-JU Debate Club and Mr. Shafikul Islam Shawon, Asst. General Secretary of AUSTDC were the Resource Persons of the workshop. A number of 100 students from various departments of SEU took part on this informative workshop.

A grand prize giving ceremony of 2nd SEUDC Debater Hunt, 2019 were also held on the same day. Moderator and Assistant Moderator of Southeast Debate Club handed over the prizes to the winners and also announced the new executive committee of 2020. Ms. Madiha Khan, Chairperson, Department of Economics also present in the closing ceremony of the workshop.

Department of Career & Professional Development Services (CPDS) of Southeast University (SEU) in association with SMS Higher Education Group organized a Lecture Session on “Higher Education Opportunities in UK and Australia” on 16 February 2020 at SEU Seminar Hall, Main Building, Banani, Dhaka. Ms. Farah Haque, Coordinator, Mr. Shamim Mahamud, Director, Mr. Anisur Rahman, Director and Dr. Syed K. I. Bakht, Head of Partnership and Collaborations from SMS Higher Education Group were the Resource Persons of the session.

They informed students about higher education opportunities in the renowned universities of UK and Australia. A number of 40 students from different departments of SEU participated in the session. Among others, Mr. Md. Jamal Uddin, Director of CPDS, SEU was present in the session.

Department of Career & Professional Development Services (CPDS) of Southeast University (SEU) organized a Lecture Session on “Higher Education” on 13 February 2020 at SEU Seminar Hall, Main Building Banani, Dhaka. Mr. Dane Wallace, International Relations Manager for the Business School, University of Nottingham, UK was the Resource Person of the session. He informed students about higher education opportunities and rules and regulations of getting waiver and scholarship in the University of Nottingham.

A number of 50 students from different departments of SEU participated in the session. Among others, Mr. Md. Jamal Uddin, Director of CPDS, SEU and Ms. Tina Salem Manzoor, Founding Partner, MACES were present in the session.

Orientation Program for the newly admitted BBA & MBA students of Spring Semester 2020 under the Southeast Business School (SBS) was held on 11 February 2020 at the SEU Seminar Hall, Main Building, Banani, Dhaka. Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Vice Chancellor of SEU chaired the program while Mr. Md. Ahasan-uz Zaman, Managing Director & CEO, Midland Bank Limited attended the program as Chief Guest. Mr. Md. Billal Hossain, Principal, Bashir Uddin Adarsha School & College attended the program as Special Guest.

Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed (Retd), Registrar of SEU welcomed newly enrolled students. Mr. A.S. Nooruddin Ahmed, Director of BBA & MBA Program introduced respective faculty members to the students. Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Adviser to BoT and Prof. Dr. Md. Serajul Islam, Advisor, SBS also addressed in the program. Among others, faculty members, officials, newly enrolled students and their guardians were present in the program.

As a part of worldwide awareness campaign, Pharmacy Department of Southeast University (SEU) organized an awareness seminar titled "2019-Novel Coronavirus: Knocking at the Door?" on 6 February 2020 at SEU Seminar Hall, Banani, Dhaka. Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Vice Chancellor of SEU chaired the seminar while Prof. ABM Faroque, Adviser, Department of Pharmacy, Southeast University & Former Dean, Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Dhaka was the Chief Guest.

Dr. Mohammad Mushtuq Husain, Adviser, Institute of Epidemiology Disease Control And Research (IEDCR), Government of the People's Republic of Bangladesh was present as Keynote Speaker. Dr. Md. Siddiqul Islam, Chairman, Department of Pharmacy, SEU delivered the welcome speech. Among others, Prof. Dr. ANM Mesquat Uddin, Adviser of BoT, Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed (Retd), Registrar, Chairmen, faculty members, officials and students were present in the seminar.

Freshers’ Reception & Orientation Program of the newly admitted students of Computer Science & Engineering (CSE) Department for Spring Semester 2020 under the School of Science & Engineering (SSE) of Southeast University (SEU) was held on 5 February 2020 at the Seminar Hall, Banani, Dhaka.

Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Vice Chancellor of SEU chaired the program while Mr. Mohammad Arfe Elahi, CTO, Accesses to Information Program, ICT Division was the Chief Guest. Lt. Col. A.B.M. Asaduzzaman, psc (Retd), Principal, Banani Bidyaniketan School and College attended the program as Special Guest. Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed (Retd), Registrar of SEU welcomed newly enrolled students. Mr. Shahriar Manzoor, Chairman of CSE Department, SEU introduced respective faculty members to the students. Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Adviser to BoT also addressed in the program. Among others, faculty members, officials, newly enrolled students and their guardians were present in the program.

Freshers’ Reception & Orientation Program of the newly admitted students of Architecture and Electrical & Electronic Engineering (EEE) Department for Spring Semester 2020 under the School of Science & Engineering (SSE) of Southeast University (SEU) was held on 4 February 2020 at the SEU Seminar Hall, Banani, Dhaka.

Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Vice Chancellor of SEU chaired the program while Engr. Nurul Aktar, CEO & Director, Energypac Electronics Limited was the Chief Guest. Mr. Md. Shahidul Bahar Khan, Principal, Scholastica Model College attended the program as Special Guest. Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed (Retd), Registrar of SEU welcomed newly enrolled students. He discussed about rules, regulations and facilities of the University. Prof. Meer Mobashsher Ali, Dean, School of Science & Engineering, SEU introduced respective faculty members to the students. Prof. Dr. ANM Mesquat Uddin, Adviser to BoT also addressed in the program. Among others, Prof. Dr. Engr. Muhibul Haque Bhuyan, Chairman, Department of EEE, faculty members, officials, newly enrolled students and their guardians were present in the program.

Freshers’ Reception & Orientation Program of the newly admitted students of Textile Engineering and Pharmacy Department for Spring Semester 2020 under the School of Science & Engineering (SSE) of Southeast University (SEU) was held on 4 February 2020 at the SEU Seminar Hall, Banani, Dhaka.

Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Vice Chancellor of SEU chaired the program while Mrs. Rasheda K. Chowdhury, Former Adviser to the Caretaker Government of Bangladesh was the Chief Guest. Mr. Md. Masudur Rahman, Principal, Dhaka Oriental College attended the program as Special Guest. Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed (Retd), Registrar of SEU welcomed newly enrolled students. Prof. Meer Mobashsher Ali, Dean, School of Science & Engineering, SEU introduced respective faculty members to the students. Prof. Dr. ANM Mesquat Uddin, Adviser to BoT also addressed in the program. Among others, Prof. Syed Fakhrul Hassan, Chairman, Department of Textile Engineering, Dr. Md. Siddiqul Islam, Chairman, Department of Pharmacy, faculty members, officials, newly enrolled students and their guardians were present in the program.

Freshers’ Reception & Orientation Program of the newly admitted students of Spring Semester 2020 under the School of Arts & Social Sciences (SASS) of Southeast University (SEU) was held on 3 February 2020 at SEU Seminar Hall, Banani, Dhaka.

Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Vice Chancellor of SEU chaired the program while Mr. Imdadul Haq Milan, Editor of The Daily Kaler Kantho was the Chief Guest. Mr. Abul Bashar Howlader, President, Bangladesh Teachers' Union attended the program as Special Guest. Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed (Retd), Registrar of SEU welcomed newly enrolled students. Prof. Dr. Md. Abdul Hakim, Director of IQAC introduced respective faculty members to the students. Prof. Dr. ANM Mesquat Uddin, Adviser to BoT also addressed in the program. Among others, Chairmen, faculty members, officials, newly enrolled students and their guardians were present in the program.

Southeast Model United Nations Club (SEMUNC) organized a two day's long It’s first Intra MUN conference on 26 and 27 December 2019. “Award giving Ceremony” and “Gala Night” was held at the end of the MUN conference. The main agenda of the conference was “Rohingya Refugee Crisis Issue”. The Chief Guest of the Closing and Certificate Awarding Ceremony was Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Hon'ble Vice Chancellor of Southeast University.

Mrs. SK Jenefa K Jabbar, Director, Human Rights and Leagal Aid Service and Social Compliance, BRAC discussed on the topic while Mr. M. Anwarul Aziz Kanak, Moderator of the Club delivered the welcome speech. More than 60 participants from different Department of SEU along with Club Executive Committee members were present among others.

Dr. Engr. Muhibul Haque Bhuyan, Professor and Chairman, Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering of Southeast University (SEU) has conducted a day-long workshop on “Capstone Design Project and Internship Supervision and Report Preparation Based on OBE Model” organized by the Department of Electrical & Electronic Engineering (EEE) of Southeast University (SEU) on January 21, 2020.

Professor Bhuyan has covered the various topics of Capstone Design Project that includes an introduction to Capstone Design Project (CDP), rationale, components and requirements of CDP, guidelines to designing capstone project, preparing COs of CDP and mapping with the POs of the BSc in EEE program, developing rubrics, assessment and evaluation of CDP, guidelines to writing CDP proposal and preparing final report addressing various POs, such as, problem analysis, design/development of solutions, investigation, modern tool usage, the engineer and society, environment and sustainability, ethics, individual and team work, communication, project management and finance and lifelong learning; guidelines to preparing midterm power point slides and final presentation posters, etc. All the Faculty Members and a few students from final year of EEE Department attended the workshop.

Institute of Research & Training (IRT) in collaboration with Southeast Business School, SEU organized Research Adda at 11.30 AM on January 20, 2020, Monday at Seminal Hall of Main Campus, Banani, Dhaka to promote research culture across the university. The ADDA started with the welcome speech by Dr. Farhana Ferdousi, Director of IRT while Prof. Dr. Md. Sherajul Islam, Advisor, SBS chaired the session.

Dr. Shafayat Rahman, Assistant Professor, SBS has presented his research work on “Organizational Factors and Knowledge Sharing: The Mediating Role of Organizational Commitment in Bangladesh’s Service Organizations”. 30 faculty members were present in the program.

Inauguration ceremony of “SEU Intra-University Esports Championship 2019” organized by Southeast Computer Club, in association with the Department of Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) was held on 26th December 2019 at the SEU Seminar Hall, Main Building, Banani, Dhaka. Students from various departments took part in this gaming contest.

Mr. Shahriar Manzoor, Associate Professor and Chairman, Department of CSE gave welcome speech. Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Adviser to BOT, SEUT, delivered some directions to the students and teachers of the department of CSE. He also praised the initiative taken by the Southeast Computer Club. Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Vice-Chancellor praised and encouraged all the participants for attending the event. Among others, Mr. Md. Jamal Uddin, Director, CPDS, and all faculty members of the Department of Computer Science and Engineering were present in the Inauguration ceremony. Mr. Md. Mijanur Rahman, moderator of the club gave vote of thanks at the end.

EEE Department of Southeast University (SEU) and IEEE SEU Student Branch jointly organized a seminar titled “Higher Education and Research Opportunities at Kingdom of Saudi Arabia” on 14 January 2020 at 11:30 am in the Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering of Southeast University, Tejgaon permanent campus. Dr. Sharif F. Zaman, Professor, Chemical and Materials Engineering Department, Faculty of Engineering, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia spoke the seminar.

In his talk, Dr. Zaman talked about the prospects of higher study with full scholarships at Masters and PhD level at various universities of KSA. He also explained in detail about the various benefits offered by KAU, KSA for international students in MS and PhD programs under engineering disciplines. In the final part of the seminar, he discussed a few topics related to recent research works on renewable energy, like solar cell, hydrogen fuel cell and nuclear power.

Mr. Abdullah Al Masud, Lecturer from Southeast Business School, Southeast University (SEU) has received “Best Paper Award” for his collaborative research paper on “Corporate Governance, CEO Compensation and Firm Performance of Banks” as co-author in the 10th International Conference on Financial Criminology (ICFC) held on 7-8 December 2019 at United International University (UIU), Dhaka. The Conference was jointly organized by the United International University (UIU) and the Accounting Research Institute of Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM), Malaysia. Dr. Syed Abdulla Al Mamun, FCMA, CSRS, Deputy CEO of Credit Rating Information & Services Limited (CRISL) is the main-author of this research paper.

Mr. Abdullah Al Masud presented the paper on 7th December, 2019 in UIU premises and was awarded Certificate of Appreciation and Crest by Prof. Dr. Hasnan Ahmed, FCMA, Pro-Vice Chancellor (In-Charge), UIU and Prof. Dr. Mohammad Musa, Member, Board of Trustees, UIU in the closing ceremony of the conference held in Lakeshore Hotel, Gulshan, Dhaka on 8th December, 2019.

As a part of study the students of 33rd & 34th batch of Department of Textile Engineering, Southeast University has visited Micro Fibre Group at Ramarbag, Fatullah, Narayangonj on 21st December 2019. The team was led by Dr. ANM Ahmed Ullah, Associate Professor of Textile Engineering. The other faculty members of the team were Mr. Rajib Saha, Assistant Professor, Mr. Muhammad Mufidul Islam and Ms. Israt Zebin Ansari, Lecturers of the Department.

In the factory, the team was received by Engr. Md. Amirul Haque Apu, Executive Director (Operation). After the opening session the students were divided into three groups. They observed the knitting, Dyeing, Printing & garments section under the supervision of production officers of Micro Fibre Group. A discussion session was also held on the possibility of internship, future mill visits etc. At the end, Dr. ANM Ahmed Ullah thanked the authority of Micro Fibre group for continuous support to the students, Dept. of Textile Engineering, Southeast University.

Ms. Jubaida Gulshan Ara, Assistant Professor and Coordinator of Department of Architecture, Southeast University is appointed as an Editor of International Journal of Undergraduate Research (IJUR) from 1st January 2020 for two years. This is one of the journals of Research Malaysian Publications. Among fourteen international editors she is the only editor from Bangladesh.

A Workshop on “ASIC Design using VHDL” organized by the IEEE Southeast University Student Branch was held on 31st December 2019 at SEU Permanent Campus, Tejgaon Dhaka. Prof. Dr. Engr. Muhibul Haque Bhuyan, Chairman of EEE Department of SEU conducted the workshop. The key points that were discussed and presented in the workshop are an overview of ASIC Design Processes, FPGA Chip and its working principles, VHDL programming and coding techniques, Simulation Tools used for ASIC Design, Simulation Outputs of various types of logic circuits. Faculty Members and students of EEE Department participated in this interactive workshop.

Ms. Jubaida Gulshan Ara, Assistant Professor and Coordinator of Department of Architecture, Southeast University has conducted a day long training session on "Rainwater Harvesting" on 23 December 2019 at North South University. 30 students from the Department of Architecture, Environmental Management and Civil and Environmental Engineering took part in the training program along with some faculties from the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering of the University.

As a part of practical study, students of 34th batch of Department of Textile Engineering, Southeast University visited Reedisha Knitex Limited on 29th December 2019 at Dhanua, Gazipur, Bangladesh. The team was lead by Mr. A.B.M. Foisal, Senior Lecturer, Ms. Israt Zerin and Ms. Israt Zebin Ansari, Lecturers of the Department. After arrival at the factory, the team was received by Mr. Md. Jasim Uddin, Manager, HR & Compliance. Forty three students observed Knitting, Dyeing, Finishing, Printing, Garments and Effluent treatment Plant section under the supervision of Production officers of Reedisha Knitex Limited and Alumni of the Southeast University. They also learnt on modern production processes and machineries and working environment of textile industry.

Department of Textile Engineering of Southeast University in association with Southeast Textile Club organized a Seminar on “Auto CAD Solution for Fabric Design” on 26th December 2019 at SEU Permanent Campus, Tejgoan, Dhaka. Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Vice Chancellor of Southeast University chaired the Seminar while Prof. Dr. Deng Zongmin ,College of Textile Science and Engineering, Wuhan Textile University, was the Keynote Speaker. He explained Auto CAD solution and its application on designing of fabrics.

Mr. Mohammad Neaz Morshed, Doctoral Student of Swedish School of Textiles ,University of Borås and Alumni of Southeast University also spoke about his research experience on Textile Education in the seminar. Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Advisor of BoT, SEUT was present as a guest in the seminar. Prof. Syed Fakhrul Hassan, Chairman, Department of Textile Engineering welcomed all in the seminar. A number of 100 participants including faculties, club members and students from different batches of Department of Textile Engineering were present in this seminar.

Southeast University (SEU) organized a Discussion Meeting and Cultural Program to observe the Victory Day 2019 on 30 December 2019 at SEU Seminar Hall, Main Building, Banani, Dhaka. Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Vice Chancellor of SEU chaired the program while Freedom Fighter and Architect Mr. Mubasshar Hussein was the Keynote Speaker.

Prof. Dr. M. A. Hakim, Director of IQAC, SEU delivered the Welcome Speech. Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Adviser of BoT also addressed in the program. Among others, Registrar, Deans, Chairmen, Faculty Members, Officials and Students attended the program.

Institute of Research & Training (IRT) organized a presentation session on “Draft Final Reports and Research Proposal" on 26th December 2019 at SEU Conference Room, Main Building, Banani, Dhaka. Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Vice Chancellor and Chairman of Executive Committee (EC), IRT chaired the session. Maj Gen Kazi Fakruddin Ahmed (Retd), Registrar of SEU was present there. Mr. Shahriar Manzoor, Associate Professor & Chairman of CSE Department, Dr. Farhana Ferdousi, Director of IRT, Dr. Kazi Tanvir Mahmud, Dr. Safayet Rahman, and Dr. Nahid Akter Jahan were also present in the session as panel of experts and gave their valuable suggestions. Mr. Md. Mijanur Rahman, Assistant Professor, Department of CSE presented research proposal titled “Big Data Analytics Server less Cloud Architecture- A Personalized Recommendation System Case Study”. Ms. Sharmin Akter Mili, Lecturer, Southeast Business School, presented her draft final report titled "Effect of Working Mother on Child Development: An Exploratory Study on Middle Income Working Mothers in Bangladesh".

Accounting Poster Competition organized by Southeast Business School (SBS) was held on 12th December 2019 at SEU Main Building, Banani, Dhaka. This initiative was undertaken to encourage the current business students to showcase contemporary poster designs and utilize their creative skills to discuss various concepts in Accounting. The Competition was conducted by Ms. Faieza Chowdhury, Lecturer, Southeast Business School.

All the contestants were assessed by the Hon'ble judge Prof. Nargis Akhter, SBS based on several criteria such as innovative thinking, creativity, usage of design materials and presentation skills. Finally, the champion, first runner-up and second runner-up were handed over certificates by Mr. A.S. Nooruddin Ahmed, Director of BBA & MBA Program and Mr. Tawfeeq Hasan, Coordinator of BBA Program.

সাউথইস্ট বিশ্ববিদ্যালয় (এসইইউ) বাংলা ভাষা ও সাহিত্য বিভাগের উদ্যোগে "নবান্ন উৎসব ১৪২৬" ২২ ডিসেম্বর বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়টির বনানীস্থ সেমিনার হলে অনুষ্ঠিত হয়।

মোমবাতি প্রজ্জ্বলনের মাধ্যমে উৎসবের উদ্বোধন করেন সাউথইস্ট বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের বোর্ড অব ট্রাস্টিজের সদস্য এম. কামালউদ্দিন চৌধুরী, উপাচার্য অধ্যাপক ড. এএফএম মফিজুল ইসলাম এবং বোর্ড অব ট্রাস্টিজের উপদেষ্টা অধ্যাপক ড. এএনএম মেশকাত উদ্দীন।

স্বাগত বক্তব্য রাখেন বাংলা ভাষা ও সাহিত্য বিভাগের চেয়ারম্যান ড. হামিদা বেগম। অনুষ্ঠানে অন্যান্যের মধ্যে উপস্থিত ছিলেন, বিভাগীয় প্রধান, শিক্ষক, কর্মকর্তা ও শিক্ষার্থীরা। পরে কবিতা পাঠ, পিঠা উৎসব এবং সাংস্কৃতিক অনুষ্ঠানের মাধ্যমে আয়োজনের সমাপ্তি হয়।

Closing Ceremony of 22nd International Conference on Computer and Information Technology (ICCIT 2019) hosted by Southeast University (SEU) was held on 20th December 2019 at SEU Seminar Hall, Main Building, Banani Dhaka. Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Vice Chancellor of SEU chaired the session while Mrs. Hosne Ara Begum, ndc, Managing Director (Secretary), Bangladesh Hi-Tech Park Authority was the Chief Guest.

Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Adviser of BoT and Prof. Dr. Mohammad S. Alam, Texas A&M University, Kingsville addressed in the program. 13 prominent Researchers from USA and Japan attended the conference as speakers. Prof. Dr. Engr. Muhibul Haque Bhuyan, Chairman of EEE department of SEU delivered the welcome speech. Among others, Deans, Chairmen, Directors, faculty members and officials of SEU attended the program.

Southeast Business Innovation Forum (SBIF) organized an Intra-University "Food Carnival 2019" on 11th December 2019 at SEU Seminar Hall, Main Building, Banani, Dhaka. A total of 8 teams from different departments of Southeast University competed against each other to win the Champion title.

Participants were asked to display their stall and food, make a special item and each team represented a specific region of Bangladesh by bringing the traditional food of that region. 2 teams from BBA department became 1st runner-up and 2nd runner-up and the team from Economics department "Back Benchers Food Court" won the championship through their amazing food and stall presentation.

Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Representative Member of BoT, SEUT, Prof Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Vice-Chancellor of SEU, Prof Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Adviser of BoT, SEUT, Maj Gen Kazi Fakruddin Ahmed (Retd.), Registrar, Dr. Shafayet Rahman, Director of BBA Program, Mr. Mohammad Imtiaj, Director of BCPR, Mr. Md. Jamal Uddin, Director of CPDS, Mr. Mohammad Tarik Al Jalil, Deputy Secretary of BoT, Dr. Farhana Ferdousi, Moderator of SBIF, Mr. Md. Azhar Hossain, Assistant Moderator of SBIF attended the carnival as guests and judge to evaluate the performance of the participants.

Inauguration Session of three days long 22nd International Conference on Computer and Information Technology (ICCIT) 2019 hosted by Southeast University (SEU) was held on 18 December 2019 at SEU Permanent Campus, Tejgaon, Dhaka. Prof. Dr. Mohammad A. Karim, University of Massachusetts, Dartmouth, USA chaired the session while Dr. Md. Murad Hassan, MP, Hon'ble State Minister, Ministry of Information was the Chief Guest. Prof. Dr. Md. Sazzad Hossain, Member of UGC, Prof. Dr. Muhammad. H Rashid, Florida Polytechnic University, USA and Prof. Dr. Celia Shahnaz, Chair, IEEE Bangladesh Section were the Special Guests.

Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Vice Chancellor of SEU delivered the welcome speech. Prof. Dr. Mohammad S. Alam, Texas A&M University, Kingsville also addressed in the program. 13 prominent Researchers from USA and Japan attended the conference as speakers. Prof. Dr. Engr. Muhibul Haque Bhuyan, Chairman of EEE department of SEU delivered the vote of thanks at the end. Among others, Adviser of BoT, Registrar, Deans, Chairmen, Directors, faculty members and officials of SEU attended the program.

Southeast Social Services Club (SEUSSC) distributed winter clothings at the cold-hit area of the Northern part of the country in Parbartipur, Dinajpur on 13th December 2019.

The members of the club raised funds from the SEU students, Faculties and administrative staff and bought blankets for the poor and underprivileged people of the area. A number of 500 local people received blankets form the club members.

Mr. Wahid Hossain Siddiquey, Chief Coordinator of SEU Trust and Mr. S. M. Raihan Uddin, Lecturer of SBS were present during the distribution program. Members from Southeast Social Services Club along with Mr. Sabbir Khan, president of SEUSSC was actively involved in the activity. The program was supervised by Ms. Bahreen Khan and Ms. Ummay Munmun, the Moderator and the Asst. Moderator of the club respectively.

Southeast University Architecture Club organized a workshop titled as “Model & Architectural Photography” on 1st of December 2019 at SEU Permanent Campus, Tejgaon, Dhaka. The program started with the opening speech from the Chairman of the department of Architecture Prof. Meer Mobashsher Ali.

Mr. Maruf Raihan, Architect, Architectural Photographer, filmmaker and Co-Founder & Director, Corpovisuals, conducted the workshop. A total of 50 students from Architecture department attended the workshop. At the end of the workshop, the participants were given a certificate.

সাউথইস্ট বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের ভাষা ও সাহিত্য ক্লারেব আয়োজনে "প্রমিত বাংলা উচ্চারন ও আবৃত্তি কর্মশালা" ১২ ডিসেম্বর ২০১৯ তারিখে বনানীস্থ সেমিনার হলে অনুষ্ঠিত হয়। কর্মশালাটি পরিচালনা করেন ঢাকা বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের বাংলা বিভাগের অধ্যাপক সৌমিত্র শেখর। তিনি অংশগ্রহণকারীদের সঠিকভাবে বাংলা বলার প্রয়োজনীয়তা এবং বাংলা ভাষাকে নির্ভুলভাবে উচ্চারণ করতে উদ্বুদ্ধ করেন। কর্মশালায় প্রধান অতিথি হিসাবে উপস্থিত ছিলেন বোর্ড অব ট্রাস্টিজের সদস্য এম. কামালউদ্দিন চৌধুরী। উপস্থিত ছিলেন, বোর্ড অব ট্রাস্টিজের উপদেষ্টা অধ্যাপক ড. এএনএম মেশকাত উদ্দিন এবং আইকিউএসির পরিচালক অধ্যাপক ড. মোঃ আবদুল হাকিম। স্বাগত বক্তব্য দেন ভাষা ও সাহিত্য ক্লাবের মডারেটর ড. মাসুদ শামস আলদিন। বোর্ড অব ট্রাস্টিজের উপদেষ্টা অধ্যাপক ড. এএনএম মেশকাত উদ্দিনের বক্তৃতার মাধ্যমে অনুষ্ঠানের সমাপ্তি হয়।

সাউথইস্ট বিশ্ববিদ্যালয় টেক্সটাইল ইঞ্জিনিয়ারিং বিভাগ এবং সাউথইস্ট টেক্সটাইল ক্লাব বিজয়ের মাস উপলক্ষ্যে ১২ই ডিসেম্বর তেজগাঁওস্থ স্থায়ী ক্যাম্পাসে দিন ব্যাপী বিজয় মেলা এবং আলোচনা সভার আয়োজন করে। টেক্সটাইল ইঞ্জিনিয়ারিং বিভাগের শিক্ষার্থীসহ এই মেলায় বাংলাদেশ ইয়ুথ এন্টারপ্রাইজ এডভাইস এন্ড হেল্প সেন্টার -এর বিভিন্ন ক্ষুদ্র উদ্যোক্তারা অংশ নেয়।

বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের উপাচার্য অধ্যাপক ড. এএফএম মফিজুল ইসলাম মেলা প্রাঙ্গন পরিদর্শন করেন এবং আলোচনা সভায় সভাপতিত্ব করেন। তিনি তাঁর বক্তব্যে বিজয় মেলা আয়োজনের প্রশংসা করেন এবং নিয়মিত বিভিন্ন পাঠক্রম বহির্ভূত অনুশীলনের প্রয়োজনীয়তা ব্যাখ্যা করেন।

আলোচনা সভায় বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের বিজ্ঞান ও প্রকৌশল অনুষদের ডীন অধ্যাপক মীর মোবাশ্বের আলী, বিজয় দিবস-এর তাৎপর্য তুলে ধরেন। টেক্সটাইল ইঞ্জিনিয়ারিং বিভাগের চেয়ারম্যান অধ্যাপক সৈয়দ ফখরুল হাসান বিজয়মেলার উদ্দেশ্য সম্পর্কে আলোকপাত করেন। সভার শেষ অংশে পত্র ও ক্ষুদ্র প্রবন্ধ লিখন প্রতিযোগিতায় ১ম, ২য় এবং ৩য় স্থান অধিকারীদের পুরস্কার প্রদান করা হয়।

Keeping in mind the significance of the month of December “Network for International Law Students (NILS) Bangladesh Southeast University Chapter in collaboration with the Department of Law & Justice, Southeast University arranged a Seminar on “Rebellious Lawyering" & Poster Presentation on Liberation War 1971 on 12th December 2019 at SEU Main Building, Banani, Dhaka. Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Adviser of BoT, SEUT chaired the seminar while Prof. Dr. Mizanur Rahman, Faculty of Law, University of Dhaka, Director, Center for Advanced Legal Studies, University of Dhaka and Ex-Chairman, National Human Rights Commission was the Keynote Speaker. Maj Gen Kazi Fakhuruddin Ahmed (Retd), Registar and Prof. Dr. M A Hakim, Director of IQAC also spoke in the program.

Ms. Sadia Afroz Binte Siraj, Assistant Professor and Chairperson , Department of Law & Justice, Southeast University and Adviser, NILS Southeast University Chapter delivered the welcome speech. Mr. Mohammad Mamun, President of NILS Bangladesh shared his view as a guest. A number of 100 participants participated in the event amongst them 26 teams presented their posters on “Liberation War 1971”. Ms. Fatema tuj Johura and Ms. Fathama Tujj Jahara won the Champion trophy and Ms. Mahmuda Hossain Ratna & Ms. Tasmim Jahan and Ms. Sadia Afrin Sujana & Ms. Shawlya Tabassum Shawly jointly won the Runner-up trophy for the Poster Presentation.

Department of Career & Professional Development Services (CPDS) organized a workshop on "Skills for Career" on 28 November 2019 at the SEU Permanent Campus, Tejgaon, Dhaka. A number of 30 SEU students from Dept. of EEE attended the workshop. The workshop covered the topics: career planning, developing effective job search skills, building professional skills and success at work to make a good impression in the workplace.

The workshop creates an opportunity to gain key information about the current job market and the way to prepare for a competitive job market. Mr. Md. Jamal Uddin, Director of CPDS conducted the workshop as a resource person. At the end of the workshop, the participants were given a certificate. Mr. Abdullah Al Mahfazur Rahman, Moderator of Southeast EEE Club along with Club Executive Committee members were present among others.

Department of Career & Professional Development Services (CPDS) organized a workshop on "Presentation Mastery" on 4th December 2019 at the SEU Permanent Campus, Tejgaon. A number of 48 SEU students from Textile Engineering department attended the workshop. By attending the workshop the participants came to know how to concise a presentation and make it easier to all listener. Moreover, all the participants were informed about the importance of keeping a presentation short and simple. Mr. Md. Jamal Uddin, Director of CPDS conducted the whole workshop as a resource person. At the end of the workshop, the participants were given a certificate. Mr. S. M. Masum Alam, Moderator and Ms. Israt Zerin, Assistant Moderator of Southeast Textile Club along with Club Executive Committee members were present among others.

Department of Career & Professional Development Services (CPDS) organized a daylong workshop on Microsoft Excel at BBA Computer Lab, SEU Main Building, Banani on 22 November 2019. A number of 23 students from different programs of SEU attended the workshop. The workshop covered the topics: Paste Special, Filtering and Shorting, Data analysis, Conditional Formating, Pivot Table, Logical Function, Data Cleanup and Trim, VLookup, HLookup, etc.

Mr. Md. Anowar Hossain, Lead Trainer of Training Bangla conducted the workshop. At the end of the workshop, the participants were given a certificate. Mr. Md. Jamal Uddin, Director, CPDS handed over the certificates to the participants.

Southeast Pharmacy Club organized a workshop titled as “Pharmaceutical Quality Management System, Pharmaceutical Production (Solid), International Marketing & Pharmaceutical Sales" on 5th December 2019 at the SEU Seminar Hall, Banani, Dhaka. Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Vice Chancellor of SEU chaired the seminar while Prof. ABM Faroque, Adviser, Department of Pharmacy, Southeast University was present as Chief Guest. Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Adviser of BoT and Dr. Md. Siddiqul Islam, Chairman, Dept. of Pharmacy delivered their speeches.

Ms. Israt Jahan Bulbul, Moderator of Southeast Pharmacy Club delivered the welcome speech. Mr. Mohammad Enamul Haque, Country Quality Head, Novartis Bangladesh Limited, presented the Keynote Paper on "Quality Management System". Three of the Pharmacy Alumni from reputed pharmaceutical companies presented papers on four different topics related to Industrial Pharmacy. Among others, faculty members and students were present in the program.

Department of Career & Professional Development Services (CPDS) organized a collaboration meeting between Southeast University (SEU) and Jinan University, China on 5th December 2019 at SEU Conference Room, Banani, Dhaka. Mr. Huang Yuexiong, Director of Enrollment Office, Mr. Huang Rui, Dean of School of Mechanics and Construction Engineering, and Mr. Xiao Jun, Project Manager of International Affairs office were present on behalf of Jinan University. Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Vice Chancellor of SEU presided over the meeting. Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Adviser of BoT, Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed (Retd), Registrar, Prof. Dr. Md. Abdul Hakim, Director, IQAC, Mr. Wahid Hossain Siddiquey, Chief Coordinator-Cum-Secretary, BoT, SEU Trust, Mr. Mohammad Tarik Al Jalil, Deputy Secretary of BoT, Mr. Mohammad Imtiaj, Director, BCPR, Mr. Md. Jamal Uddin, Director, CPDS, and Dr. Farhana Ferdousi, Director, IRT were present on behalf of SEU.

Both the university representatives discussed to explore the possibility of mutual collaboration between two universities to sign a Memorandum of Understanding for student mobility, faculty exchange and joint research opportunity.

Center for Modern Languages (CML), Southeast University organized a presentation ceremony on ‘Japanese Language Program’ on 2nd December 2019 at the Seminar Hall of Campus 4, Banani, Dhaka. The objective of the presentation was to disseminate the possibilities and prospects of organizing Japanese language course for the students of Southeast University. Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Advisor of BoT, in his speech as the Chief Guest discussed the importance of Japanese language for Bangladeshi students.

Dr. Mohammad Ansarul Alam, Associate Professor, Dept. of Japanese Language and Culture, Institute of Modern Languages (IML), University of Dhaka, gave his presentation on Japanese language program. Ms. Aliya Shahnoor Ameen, Chair, Department of English and Director, CML, highlighted the courses offered from CML and the initiative of introducing Japanese language course at SEU.

Prof. Dr. Engr. Muhibul Haque Bhuyan, Chairman, Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering of Southeast University presented in an Invited Talk titled “OBE Guidelines to Designing, Teaching, Assessment and Evaluation of Electronics Courses” at the National Conference on Electronics and Informatics on 04 December 2019 jointly organized by the Bangladesh Electronics Society (BES) and Bangladesh Atomic Energy Commission (BAEC) at the premises of BAEC. The theme of the conference was Challenges towards the Fourth Industrial Revolution.

In his talk, he explained the terminologies of OBE, need for accreditation, how to design course syllabus of Electronics courses, how to prepare the Course Outcomes and set question using Bloom’s Taxonomy based on the COs and POs of the program, assess and evaluate the attainment of COs and POs, etc.

ARCASIA Forum-20, an International Conference of Architects from Asian countries, begun in Dhaka on 2nd November 2019 with an aim to raise awareness about architecture in society. Among numerous events organized for this occasion, one was city branding installation to engage the students of architecture to this auspicious event. The organizer, Institute of Architects Bangladesh (IAB), invited nine architecture schools (accredited by IAB) to take part in the City Branding Installation along with the open architectural exhibitions at different important nodes, parks & avenue of Dhaka City so that the citizen of Dhaka might witness the excellence of architecture and get a hint of the vibrant events of Asian architects to raise awareness about architecture in society.

Along with the other schools, a group of students from Southeast University Architecture Department participated in the event and put up their installation at the press club node of Dhaka city. The whole process from design to construction was supervised by Mr. Masud Rashid, Associate Professor, Dept. of Architecture and Mr. Faysal Karim Bhuiyan, Lecturer, Dept. of Architecture.

Southeast Textile club organized a Seminar on “Professional Skill Development for Textile Engineers at Local and Global Textile Sector” on 28th November 2019 at SEU Permanent Campus, Tejgoan, Dhaka. Prof. Syed Fakhrul Hassan, Chairman, Department of Textile Engineering presided over the program. Engr. Ehsanul Karim Kaiser, Executive Director (Ex), Esquire Group was the key resource person. He emphasized on punctuality, team work, honesty and leadership skill in professional sector.

Dr. ANM Ahmed Ullah, Associate Professor and Dr. Syed Atiqur Rahman, Coordinator & Associate Professor also shared their professional experience in textile sector. A question and answer session was conducted among students and resource person. Mr. S M Masum Alam, Lecturer, Department of Textile Engineering and Moderator, Southeast Textile Club delivered the Welcome Speech. Ms. Israt Zerin, Lecturer, Department of Textile Engineering & Assistant Moderator of Southeast Textile Club delivered the vote of thanks to the guest and audience at the end of the seminar. A number of 80 participants including faculties, club members and students from different batches of Department of Textile Engineering were present in the program.

Prof. Dr. Engr. Muhibul Haque Bhuyan, Professor and Chairman, Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering of Southeast University has chaired a Technical Session on ‘Robotic System’ at the 2019 IEEE International Conference on Robotics, Automation, Artificial-intelligence and Internet-of-Things (RAAICON) on 30 November 2019 at FARS Hotel and Resorts, Dhaka, Bangladesh.

He also chaired another Technical Session on ‘Emerging Technologies in Power System’ at the 2019 IEEE International Conference on Power, Electrical, Electronics and Industrial Applications (PEEIACON 2019) on the same day and at the same venue. It is to be mentioned that he was the Technical Program Committee Member of the 2019 IEEE International Conference on Biomedical Engineering, Computer and Information Technology for Health (BECITHCON) and PEEIACON held during 29-30 November 2019.

Southeast University Economics department organized a Prize giving ceremony of “Indoor games competition and outdoor cricket match-2019” on 26 November 2019. Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Vice Chancellor of SEU handed over the prizes to the winners of the competition. Prof. Dr. Md. Abdul Hakim, Director of IQAC, Ms. Madiha Khan, Chairman of Economics Department and faculty members were present in the ceremony.

Southeast University EEE Club organized a workshop titled “Matlab and Simulink” on 24 November 2019 at SEU Permanent Campus, Tejgaon, Dhaka. The program started with the opening speech from the Chairman of EEE department Prof. Dr. Engr. Muhibul Haque Bhuyan. Engr. Shahid Jaman, Coordinator (Evening) of EEE department conducted the first session regarding the implementation of Renewable energy in Matlab and Simulink. Engr. Abdullah Al Mahfazur Rahman, Coordinator (Day) of EEE department conducted the second session regarding the importance of Matlab and it's practical use. The workshop ended with the presentation of Mr. Sk. Saidul Islam, President EEE Club regarding the live codes of solar PV/ Diesel based system and simulation.

The 16th Syndicate Meeting of Southeast University (SEU) was held in the Conference Room of it's Banani Campus on 25th November 2019. Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Hon’ble Vice Chancellor of SEU chaired the meeting while Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Hon’ble Representative Member of the Board of Trustees, SEU Trust, Dr. Md. Mahmud-Ul-Haque, Additional Secretary, Ministry of Defence, Prof. Dr. Engr. Muhibul Haque Bhuyan, Treasurer of SEU, Prof. Syed Fakhrul Hassan, Chairman of Textile Engineering Department and Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed (Retd), Registrar of SEU, attended the meeting. Among others, Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Adviser of BoT, Dr. Md. Abdul Hakim, Director of IQAC, Mr. Mofazzal Hossain, Controller of Examinations and Mr. Mohammad Tarik Al Jalil, Deputy Secretary of BoT, SEUT were also present in the meeting.

The Hon'ble President and Chancellor of Universities Mr. Md. Abdul Hamid has appointed Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam as the Vice Chancellor of Southeast University and he has taken over the charge of Vice Chancellor on 24.11.2019. Prior to his appointment as the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Islam acted as Professor at the Institute of Business Administration (IBA), University of Dhaka, Department of Economics, Chittagong University and the Institute of Bangladesh Studies, Rajshahi University. He has been serving as Adviser to Board of Trustees, Southeast University Trust and Head of BoT Office from 09.01.2017 to 23.11.2019. He has more than 50 research publications in various National and International reputed journals.

A meeting of the various Committees of 22nd International Conference on Computer and Information Technology (ICCIT) 2019 hosted by Southeast University (SEU) was held recently. The meeting was chaired by the Vice Chancellor of SEU Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin. Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Adviser of BoT, Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed (Retd), Registrar, Prof. Dr. Muhibul Haque Bhuyan, Chair of the Organizing Committee and the Conveners and members of different sub-committees were present in the meeting. The Conference will take place during 18-20 December 2019 at SEU Permanent Campus, Tejgaon, Dhaka. 105 out of 366 articles from various countries includes USA, UK, Australia, Canada, Japan, China, Sweden, Germany, Italy, Malaysia, India and Finland are accepted to be presented during the conference. 13 prominent Researchers from USA and Japan will attend the conference as speakers. This year’s ICCIT is being hosted to provide a unique opportunity for the computer and information technology professionals, scientists, engineers, educators, researchers and students from all over the world to exchange their scientific ideas, views and thoughts with fellow researchers and participants.

Southeast Cultural Society organized a program titled "Peace & Tolerance" in association with a popular Bangladeshi band ARTCELL on 9th November 2019 at the SEU Seminar Hall, Main Building, Banani, Dhaka.

ARTCELL made a theme song which contains the message of peace & tolerance to aware students and to build a nation free from racism, violence & terrorism. Ms. Aliya Shahnoor Ameen, Moderator, Southeast Cultural Society, Mr. Md. Jamal Uddin, Director of CPDS, and representatives from USAID & Chinese ltd. graced the occasion with their presence.

International Collegiate Programming Contest (ICPC) Asia Dhaka Regional 2019 hosted by Southeast University (SEU) was held during 15-16 November at the university premises. One hundred and ninety teams from different public and private universities and a few colleges and polytechnic institutions across the country participated in this grand event.

The Closing and Award Giving Ceremony of this brilliant event took place on 16th November at Jamuna Future Park Convention Center. Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of SEU Chaired the ceremony while Mr. Zunaid Ahmed Palak, MP, Hon'ble State Minister, ICT Division was the Chief Guest. National Prof. Dr. Jamilur Reza Choudhury, Vice Chancellor of University of Asia Pacific, Mr. Partha Pratim Deb, Executive Director, BCC and Mr. N M Zeaul Alam, Senior Secretary of ICT Division attended the event as special guests. Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Representative Member of Board of Trustees (BoT) delivered speech as the Guest of Honor on behalf of Mr. Md. Rezaul Karim, Chairman, BoT of SEUT. Prof. Dr. Abul L. Haque, Conest Director, Asia Dhaka Regional Site delivered the Welcome Speech. The Chief Judge of the Contest was Professor M. Kaykobad of BUET and Judging Director was Mr. Hasnain Heickal, Assistant Professor of University of Dhaka. The Champion, 1st Runner-up and 2nd Runner-up of the contest were Team HellBent, Team Gifted Hypocrites and Team Doofenshmirtz Inc. from BUET respectively. Among others, Registrar, Deans, Chairmen, Directors, faculty members and officials of SEU attended the program.

সাউথইস্ট বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের একাডেমিক শাখার সহকারি কর্মকর্তা তাবাস্সুম সুলতানার পরিবারের কাছে প্রগতি জীবন বীমার পাঁচ লক্ষ টাকার চেক হস্তান্তর করেছে সাউথইস্ট বিশ্ববিদ্যালয় কর্তৃপক্ষ। ১২ নভেম্বর ২০১৯ তারিখে বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়টির বনানীস্থ মূল ক্যাম্পাসের কনফারেন্স রুমে এই চেক হস্তান্তর করেন সাউথইস্ট বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের উপাচার্য অধ্যাপক ড. এএনএম মেশকাত উদ্দীন। এ সময় উপস্থিত ছিলেন বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের রেজিস্ট্রার মেজর জেনারেল (অবঃ) কাজী ফকরুদ্দীন আহমেদ, ফিন্যান্স বিভাগের পরিচালক মোঃ ওয়াদুদ আহমেদ, বিসিপিআর পরিচালক মুহাম্মদ ইমতিয়াজ এবং কর্মকর্তাবৃন্দ। তাবাস্সুম সুলতানা গত ১১ আগস্ট ২০১৯ তারিখে ডেঙ্গু জ্বরে আক্রান্ত হয়ে মৃত্যুবরণ করেন। তার রুহের মাগফেরাত কামনায় বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ে বিশেষ দোয়ার আয়োজন করা হয়।

Department of Career & Professional Development Services (CPDS) of Southeast University (SEU) organized a daylong workshop titled "Career Success Program (CSP)" on 6th November 2019 at SEU Seminar Hall, Main Building, Banani, Dhaka.

Mr. Md. Jamal Uddin, Director of CPDS conducted the workshop. Mr. Md. Mahbubur Rahman, Head of Human Resources, DHL Global Forwarding (Bangladesh) Ltd. conducted a session on soft skills development, managing career objectives and facing interview. Mr. Niaz Ahmed, CEO of Corporate Ask talked on resume development and Mr. Mohammad Morad Hossain, Senior General Manager, HR, Admin & Compliance, Elite Paint & Chemical Industries Ltd. facilitated a session on employability skills. 100 SEU students from different departments attended the workshop.

A meeting of the Executive Committee of ICPC (International Collegiate Programming Contest) Asia Regional 2019 - Dhaka Site hosted by Southeast University (SEU) was held recently. The meeting was chaired by the Vice Chancellor of SEU Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin. Contest Director Prof. Dr. Abul Lais MS Haque, Associate Contest Director Mr. Shahriar Manzoor, and the Conveners of different sub-committees were present in the meeting. The Contest will take place during 15-16 November, 2019 at Main Campus of Southeast University in Banani. It was declared in the meeting that the prize giving ceremony and celebration of this event would take place on 16 November at 6:30 PM in Jamuna Future Park. Honorable State Minister for Information and Communication Technology Division Mr. Zunaid Ahmed Palak will be present as the Chief Guest in the prize giving ceremony.

National Professor Jamilur Reza Choudhury, Eminent educationist Professor Muhammed Zafar Iqbal and N M Zeaul Alam, Senior Secretary Information and Communication Technology Division will be present as Special Guests in the prize giving ceremony. Mr. Md. Rezaul Karim, Chairman, Board of Trustees, Southeast University Trust has also agreed to be present in the program. The Chief Judge of the Contest is Professor M. Kaykobad of BUET and Judging Director is Hasnain Heickal, Assistant Professor of University of Dhaka. The main sponsors of this event are ICT Division, SSL Wireless and Divine IT Ltd. The event will be organized with the support from Surecash, Datasoft Ltd, Samsung R&D, Ispahani Group, Rits Browsers and Walton Digi-Tech Industries.

Southeast Movie & Drama Club organized a stage drama titled “Dr. Faustus” on 4th November 2019 at the SEU Seminar Hall, Main Building, Banani, Dhaka. The students of the English department enthusiastically took part in the classic play based on tragedy genre. Students from different departments enjoyed the drama.

Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor and Prof. Dr. Md. Abdul Hakim, Director of IQAC, graced the program with their presence. Ms. Aliya Shahnoor Ameen, Chairperson, Department of English and Mr. Md. Jamal Uddin, Director of CPDS were also present along with Ms. Senjuti Majumder, Moderator and Ms. Mayeesha Fairuz Rahman, Assistant Moderator of Southeast Movie and Drama Club.

An Intra University Debate Competition 2019 and Workshop on Case Building organized by Southeast Debate Club was held on 1st & 4th November at SEU Seminar Hall, Buliding 4, Banani, Dhaka. The title of the competition was "SEUDC Intra Debate Premier League (DPL) 1.0"

30 students under 10 teams from various departments of SEU took part in this competition. Team "Archito" became Champion and team "Novice" became Runner-up in the tournament.

Ms. Shraboni Sarwar from Pharmacy Department won the title 'Debater of the tournament' and 'Debater of the final' for being the best speaker in every round. Ms. Madiha Khan, Moderator of Southeast Debate Club and Mr. Kazi Parvez Jibon, Assistant Moderator of Southeast Debate Club handed over the prizes to the winners and gave a closing speech.

Southeast Business Innovation Forum organized an event titled “Reshape 2.0” on 3rd November 2019 at the SEU Seminar Hall, Main Building, Banani. “Reshape 2.0-Enhancing Your Skills", was the main motto of the event. The event basically covered two sessions. Case Solving Methodology and Presentation Tactics.

Ms. Tiasha Islam, and Ms. Mayeesha Fairuz Rahman, Faculty Members of SBS jointly took the session regarding “Case Solving Methodology” to let the students understand the basics. Mr. Md. Jahangir Nobi, HR and OD Professional and Resource Person of the event took the session of “Presentation Tactics” through a unique way to cheer up the students. Mr. Md. Jamal Uddin, Director of CPDS, was present in the event. Dr. Farhana Ferdousi, Moderator of SBIF, gave her speech describing the importance of extracurricular and guided the whole event.

Southeast Business Innovation Forum (SBIF) and Kormo Bangladesh jointly organized an "On-Campus Recruitment" program on 31st October 2019 at the SEU Seminar Hall, Main Building, Banani, Dhaka. It was basically organized to recruit potential students from Southeast University through an On-Campus Recruitment process which created a great platform for students, especially fresh graduates looking for full time job opportunities. A total of 7 companies were present and took viva-voce of approximately 150 students who attended the program.

Md Arman Hossain, GM, Kormo Bangladesh, was present and gave a briefing to the students about their activities. Mr. Md. Jamal Uddin, Director of CPDS, SEU, encouraged students and shared career building tactics with them. Dr. Farhana Ferdousi, Moderator of SBIF, appreciated such effort of creating this opportunity for SEU students and guided the whole event effectively.

Southeast University (SEU) organized a seminar on “Ethics in Teaching and Research” on 3rd November 2019 at the Seminar Hall of the Main Building, Banani, Dhaka. Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of Southeast University chaired the seminar while Dr. Qazi Kholiquzzaman Ahmad, Eminent Economist and Recipient of Independence Award 2019 and Chairman of Palli Karma-Sahayak Foundation (PKSF) was the Chief Guest and Keynote Speaker.

Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Adviser to BoT & Head of BoT Office, SEUT and Prof. Dr. M A Hakim, Director of IQAC of SEU also spoke on the subject. Among others, Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Representative Member of Board of Trustees, SEUT, Registrar, Deans, Chairs, Directors, Faculty Members and officials were present in the program.

Southeast Economists’ Forum organized the first seminar on "Importance of Effective Presentation and Communication Skills" on 29 October 2019 at SEU Campus-4, Banani, Dhaka. Mr. Md. Manik Hossain, Founder and CEO, Institute of Career Development Bangladesh and Mr. Asif Imtiaz, Lecturer, Department of Management Information Systems, University of Dhaka shared their invaluable experiences and knowledge amongst the students.

Among others, Ms. Madiha Khan, Chairperson of Economics Department and faculty members were present in the seminar.

5 Members of SEU Moot Court Society participated in the 1st Environmental Autumn School on Climate Change and Refugees held from 21 October to 26 October 2019 at Sheikh Hasina National Youth Center, Savar. The program was organized by Strategy for Environmental Development Foundation (SED). 40 participants from 10 renowned Public and Private Universities participated in this program.

Mr. Forruk Ahmed, Ms. Luthfunnahar Shancyi, Ms. Sarmin Sultana Susmita, Ms. Atia Akter Happy and Ms. Israt Meher Mimi from Southeast University participated in this Environmental Autumn School. Prof. Dr. Md. Monowar Hossain conducted idea sharing session on the 1st day. Barrister Naser Alam, Ms. Syeda Rizwana Hasan, Director of BELA and other prominent personalities conducted various sessions on environment related legal and other concerned issues. The closing ceremony of the program took place at Waterfall Restaurant, Dhaka. The Chief Guest of the closing ceremony was Justice Mr. Mirza Hussain Haider, Appellate Division, Supreme Court of Bangladesh. The members of Southeast University Moot Court Society Mr. Forruk Ahmed and Ms. Israt Meher Mimi won the 2nd and 3rd Academic Award respectively in a competitive exam based on overall sessions.

Southeast Language and Literature Club Organized a Competition titled "Intra University Reading Comprehension Contest" on 28 October 2019 at the Seminar Hall, Banani, Dhaka. Each participants had to answer the questions given from three preselected stories. Three winners were selected from the contestant. Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of SEU chaired the program while Md. Tabarak Hossain Bhuiyan, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Prime Bank Investment LTD. was the Chief Guest. Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chawdhury, Representative Member of Board of Trustees, and Prof. Dr. Md. Abdul Hakim, Director of IQAC were present as guests.

The prize giving ceremony started with the welcome speech of the Moderator of Southeast Language and Literature Club Dr. Masud Shams Aldin. Later, the winners were awarded with the crest and certificates of achievement. The program ended with a inspiring speech by Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin.

A seminar on "Breast Cancer Awareness" organized by the Southeast Pharmacy Club of Southeast University (SEU) in association with Roche Bangladesh Limited was held on 30 October 2019 at the SEU Seminar Hall, Banani, Dhaka. The program was an effort to create awareness regarding breast cancer by educating the female faculties, staff and students.

Prof. Dr. ANM Mashquat Uddin, Vice-Chancellor of SEU chaired the program while Dr. Lubna Mariam, Cancer Specialist and Assistant Professor of National Institute of Cancer Research and Hospital was the Trainer. Among others, Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Representative member of BoT, SEUT, Registrar, Dr. Siddiqul Islam, Chairman of Pharmacy Department, Club Moderator Ms. Israt Jahan Bulbul, Dr. Jannat, Dr. Rabeya, teachers, officials and students were present in the seminar.

Southeast University (SEU) Economics Department organized a study tour at Bangladesh Planning Commission on 24 October 2019 with a view to acquiring knowledge about the activities of the Ministry of Planning and planning process. The students enjoyed a very inspiring talk by Mr. M. A. Mannan, MP, Hon'ble Minister of Planning and Dr. Shamsul Alam, Member (Senior Secretary), General Economics Division (GED), Bangladesh Planning Commission.

All the faculties and students of the department of Economics including Prof. Dr. M A Hakim, Director, IQAC and Ms. Madiha Khan, Chairperson, Department of Economics joined the study tour.

The Final Football match of “Faraaz Gold Cup Tournament 2019” was held between Southeast University (SEU) and Gono University on 21 October 2019 at Bangabandhu National Stadium, Motijheel, Dhaka. SEU Team became Runner-up in the tournament. In the group stage, Team SEU defeated Bangladesh University by 7-1 goals and Daffodil International University by 7-6 goals and qualified for the quarter final.

In the quarter final and semi-final SEU Team defeated NSU by 4-3 goals and BUTEX by 4-1 goals respectively and qualified for the final. Ha-Meem Group and Shahjalal Islami Bank are the associate sponsors of the tournament along with United Group. Mr. Zahid Ahsan Russell, MP State Minister for Youth and Sports was the Chief Guest at the final and distributed the prizes among the winners.

Department of Textile Engineering of Southeast University along with Southeast Textile Club organized a 'Meet and Greet' program on 17 October 2019 at SEU Permanent Campus, Tejgoan, Dhaka. The purpose of the program was to introduce existing students and Southeast Textile Club to the freshers'.

The inaugural session was chaired by Prof. Syed Fakhrul Hassan, Chairman, Department of Textile Engineering. Mr. S.M. Masum Alam, Moderator, Southeast Textile Club delivered the Welcome Speech. Dr. ANM Ahmed Ullah, Associate Professor, Dr. Arun Kanti Guha, Associate Professor and Dr. Syed Atiqur Rahman, Coordinator gave their valuable speech in the program. Mr. Shohag Hassan, Tresurer of Southeast Textile club introduced club activities to the newly admitted students. Mr. Bidhan Chandray Dey, Vice president of Cultural Club, Mr. Irtiaz Arafat Hemal, Senior Vice president, Alumni association and Mr. An Nur Rasel, General Secretary, Alumni Association also gave their valuable suggestions to the freshers'. Mrs. Israt Zerin, Assistant Moderator of Southeast Textile Club delivered the vote of thanks to the guests and audience at the end of the session. All faculties and students from different batches of Department of Textile Engineering were present in the progeam.

Orientation Program for the newly admitted MBA students of Fall Semester 2019 under the Southeast Business School (SBS) was held on 16 October 2019 at the SEU Seminar Hall, Main Building, Banani, Dhaka. Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of SEU chaired the program while Mr. Md. Arfan Ali, President and Managing Director, Bank Asia Limited attended the program as Chief Guest. 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. AFM Mafizul Islam, Adviser to BoT and Head of BoT Office also addressed the students while Mr. A.S. Nooruddin Ahmed, Director of MBA Program introduced respective faculty members to the students. Among others, faculty members, officials and newly enrolled students were present in the program.

Freshers’ Reception & Orientation Program of the newly admitted students of Fall Semester 2019 under the School of Arts & Social Sciences (SASS) of Southeast University (SEU) was held on 15 October 2019 at SEU Seminar Hall, Banani, Dhaka. Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of SEU chaired the program while Mr. Imdadul Haq Milan, Editor of The Daily Kaler Kantho was the Chief Guest. Mr. Abul Bashar Howlader, President, Bangladesh Teachers' Union attended the program as Special Guest.

Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed (Retd), Registrar of SEU welcomed newly enrolled students. Prof. Dr. Md. Abdul Hakim, Director of IQAC introduced respective faculty members to the students. Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Adviser to BoT and Head of BoT Office also addressed in the program. Among others, 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 BBA program of Fall Semester 2019 under the Southeast Business School (SBS) of Southeast University (SEU) was held at afternoon on 14 October 2019 at the SEU Seminar Hall, Banani, Dhaka.

Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of SEU chaired the program while Mr. Mohammod Masud Rana FCA, Deputy Managing Director and CFO, Brac Bank Limited was the Chief Guest. Mr. Md. Shahidul Bahar Khan, Principal, Scholastica Model College, Narsingdi attended the program as Special Guest. 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. AFM Mafizul Islam, Adviser to BoT and Head of BoT Office conducted a presentation session in the program describing SEU's vision, mission and future goal. Mr. A.S. Nooruddin Ahmed, Director of BBA Program introduced respective faculty members to the students. Among others, faculty members, officials, newly enrolled students and their guardians were present in the program.

Freshers’ Reception & Orientation Program of the newly admitted students of Electrical & Electronic Engineering Department (EEE) for Fall Semester 2019 under the School of Science & Engineering (SSE) of Southeast University (SEU) was held on 14 October 2019 at the SEU Permanent Campus, Tejgaon, Dhaka.

Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of SEU chaired the program while Mr. Md. Aminul Hassan, Commissioner (SM), Bangladesh Telecommunication Regulatory Commission (BTRC) was the Chief Guest. 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. Muhibul Haque Bhuyan, Chairman, EEE Department, SEU introduced respective faculty members to the students. Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Adviser to BoT and Head of BoT Office also addressed in the program. Among others, Prof. Meer Mobashsher Ali, Dean of SSE, faculty members, officials, newly enrolled students and their guardians were present in the program.

Freshers’ Reception & Orientation Program of the newly admitted students of Computer Science & Engineering (CSE) Department for Fall Semester 2019 under the School of Science & Engineering (SSE) of Southeast University (SEU) was held at afternoon on 13 October 2019 at the Seminar Hall, Banani, Dhaka.

Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of SEU chaired the program while Mr. Md. Rashedul Islam, Additional Secretary, Information and Communication Technology Division was the Chief Guest. Mr. Md. Nurul Islam, Principal, Nazneen School and College attended the program as Special Guest. Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed (Retd), Registrar of SEU welcomed newly enrolled students. Mr. Shahriar Manzoor, Chairman of CSE Department, SEU introduced respective faculty members to the students. Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Adviser to BoT and Head of BoT Office also addressed in the program. Among others, faculty members, officials, newly enrolled students and their guardians were present in the program.

Freshers’ Reception & Orientation Program of the newly admitted students of Architecture and Textile Engineering Department for Fall Semester 2019 under the School of Science & Engineering (SSE) of Southeast University (SEU) was held on 13 October 2019 at the SEU Permanent Campus, Tejgaon, Dhaka.

Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of SEU chaired the program while Engr. A.S.M Hafizur Rahman Nixon, Business Head, Bangladesh Huntsman (Singapore) Pte Ltd. and COO, Swiss Colours Bangladesh Ltd. was the Chief Guest. Mr. Md. Mizanur Rahman, Principal and Director, ITET Engineering College attended the program as Special Guest. Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed (Retd), Registrar of SEU welcomed newly enrolled students. Prof. Meer Mobashsher Ali, Chairman of Architecture Department and Prof. Syed Fakhrul Hassan, Chairman of Textile Engineering Department, SEU introduced respective faculty members to the students. Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Adviser to BoT and Head of BoT Office also addressed in the program. Among others, faculty members, officials, newly enrolled students and their guardians were present in the program.

Ms. Nafisa Bari, faculty member of SEU Architecture Department attended an International Conference titled "AAER 2nd International Conference on Multidisciplinary Approaches in Applied Sciences, Engineering Technology, Bioinformatics & Transport (AETBT)" held from 23 to 24 September, 2019 in Bali, Indonesia.

She presented a paper titled "Comparative Analysis Between Occupant’s Response To Thermal Comfort In A Mixed Mode Office Space And A Mechanically Controlled Office Space In The Tropics". Ms. Nafisa Bari represented Southeast University in this important international platform.

School of Science and Engineering (SSE) of Southeast University (SEU) organized the Launching Ceremony of the 12th Volume of SEU Journal of Science and Engineering (SEUJSE) on 3 October 2019 at the Permanent Campus, Tejgaon, Dhaka. Prof. Dr. Engr. Muhibul Haque Bhuyan, Chairman, Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering delivered the Welcome Speech as the Associate Editor of SEUJSE. Prof. Syed Fakhrul Hassan, Chairman of Textile Engineering Department talked on past history of the journal.

After that Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Honorable Vice Chancellor of SEU unveiled the cover of the SEUJSE as the Chief Guest. In his speech, he emphasized on doing funded research by the faculty members and publishing article in reputed journal. Prof. Meer Mobashsher Ali, Chairman of Architecture Department and Dean of SSE as well as current Editor-in-Chief of SEUJSE delivered his concluding speech. In his speech, he thanked the authors and editorial board members who contributed to the journal. Faculty Members of various departments under SSE were present in the ceremony. The ceremony was anchored by Ms. Jubaida Gulshan Ara, Assistant Professor, Department of Architecture, SEU.

Bangladesh University of Professionals (BUP) Law & Moot Court Club organized BUP National Law Fest 2019 from 15 to 17 September 2019. In the inauguration ceremony, Barrister M. Amir-Ul Islam, Senior Advocate Of Supreme Court Of Bangladesh was the Chief Guest and Brig Gen Md Siddiqul Alam Sikder, BSP, ndc, PSC, Dean of BUP was the Special Guest. From Southeast University, Mr. Forruk Ahmed, Ms. Riya Akhter, Ms. Mahamuda Hossain Ratna, Ms. Shahrin Sultana Tumpa and Ms. Israt Jahan Mim participated in “Book Based Quiz”, Mr. Moontasir Rahman participated in “Case Presentation” and Ms. Sarmin Sultana Susmita & Mr. Atia Akhter Happy participated in "Wall Magazine Competition".

On 17 September 2019, in the Closing & Prize Giving Ceremony, Mr. Syed Mahmud Hossain, Honourable Chief Justice of Bangladesh was the Chief Guest. Mr. Sheikh Md. Zakir Hossain, Honourable Judge, High Court Division, Supreme Court of Bangladesh and Prof. Dr. M. Abul Kashem, Pro Vice Chancellor, BUP were the Special Guests. Ms. Sarmin Sultana Susmita and Ms. Atia Akhter Happy bagged the Championship Award in “Wall Magazine Competition” by their excellent performance. Ms. Riya Akhter & Ms. Mahamuda Hossain Ratna secured 12th position among 100 participating teams in “Book Based Quiz”.

Department of English of Southeast University (SEU) and Department of Languages of Bangladesh Agricultural University (BAU) jointly organized a day-long workshop on “Developing Teachers’ Knowledge, Teaching Skills and Higher Order Thinking Skills (HOTS)” in the Conference Hall of Faculty of Agriculture, Bangladesh Agricultural University (BAU), Mymensingh on 27 September 2019. The workshop was conducted by Dr. Muhammad Tofazzel Hossain, Assistant Professor, Department of English, SEU.

Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Hon’ble Vice Chancellor of SEU was the Chief Guest while Mr. Md. Abdul Karim, Head of the Department of English, Teachers’ Training College, Mymensingh, was present as the Special Guest in the closing ceremony. Among others, Ms. Aliya Shahnoor Ameen, Assistant Professor and Head of the Department of English, SEU, and faculty members of SEU and BAU were present. The workshop was chaired by Mr. Md. Ziaul Karim, Assistant Professor, Department of Languages, BAU. 50 participants from different institutions with experience of teaching in higher secondary and tertiary level attended the day-long workshop.

Institute of Research and Training (IRT) of Southeast University (SEU) organized a presentation session on “Research Proposals” and “Draft Final Reports” on 26 September 2019 at SEU Seminar Hall, Main Building, Banani, Dhaka. Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Adviser to BoT and Head of BoT office, SEUT and Head of Executive Committee (EC), IRT SEU chaired the session.

Prof. Dr. Engr. Muhibul Haque Bhuyan, Chairman of EEE Department was present in the session and gave his valuable suggestions. Dr. Arun Kanti Guha, Dr. Nur Hossain, Mr. Md. Ariful Azim, Dr. Siddiqul Islam, Dr. Md. Jahid Hossain Bhuiyan, Dr. Farhana Ferdousi, Dr. Kazi Tanvir Mahmud and Dr. AKM Moyeenul Hoq were also present in the session as panel of experts. Four Researchers presented their “Draft Final Reports” and three Researchers presented their “Research Proposals" on the occasion.

Institute of Research & Training (IRT), SEU organized a Certificate Giving Ceremony for the faculty members who have successfully completed the training program titled “Basic STATA" on 17 September 2019 at SEU Seminar Hall, Main Building, Banani, Dhaka. Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of SEU chaired the program while Mr. Monzurul Haque, Chairman and Managing Director of Org-Quest Research Limited was present in the program as Chief Guest. Mr. Syed Abdulla Al Mamun, PhD, FCMA, Director of IRT delivered the welcome speech.

Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Representative Member of BoT, SEUT and Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Adviser to BoT and Head of BoT Office, SEUT and Head of Executive Committee of IRT delivered their valuable speeches on various aspects of research. Later, certificates were distributed to the participants who have successfully completed the training program.

Southeast Pharmacy Club organized a 'Meet and Greet' program on 8 September, 2019 at Seminar Hall, Building 4, Banani. The purpose of the program was to introduce Southeast Pharmacy Club to the fresher's and to comprehend the purpose of this club.

The inaugural session was chaired by Dr. Md. Siddiqul Islam, Chairman, Department of Pharmacy with the presence of Ms. Israt Jahan Bulbul, Moderator and Mr. Md. Mosiqur Rahman, Assistant Moderator of Southeast Pharmacy Club while Mr. Ashraf Siddique Roni, President, Southeast Pharmacy Club delivered the welcome speech. A discussion session was conducted between the executive members of Southeast Pharmacy Club and the fresher's.

Ms. Latifa Sultana, faculty member of SEU Architecture department attended a lecture series as Speaker organized by Architecture Department, Khulna University. Her lecture topic was “Introduction to Tensile Membrane Structure”.

It was a prestigious lecture series organized regularly by Khulna University. Renowned Architects and academicians were invited as speaker for this lecture series. All teachers, students and other Architects were also present. Ms. Latifa Sultana represented Southeast University in this big national Architectural platform.

Southeast Business School organized "Accounting Standards Quiz Contest" on 28 August 2019 at the Main Building of SEU Banani Campus. The main objective of this initiative is to encourage the current Accounting students of Southeast Business School to hone their knowledge of Accounting standards and achieve success in their future career. Initially, a screening round was held and the top 8 scorers were given the opportunity to compete in the final round. In the Grand Finale, all the teams went through rigorous rounds and the Champion team was selected. The Quiz Competition was conducted by Ms. Faieza Chowdhury, Lecturer, Southeast Business School. The contest was judged by Mr. A.S. Nooruddin Ahmed, Assistant Professor & Director BBA & MBA Program, SBS and Mr. Syed Abdulla Al Mamun, PhD, FCMA, Associate Professor, SBS.

Institute of Research and Training (IRT) of Southeast University (SEU) organized an orientation program for the newly appointed faculty members of different departments on 29 August 2019 at SEU Seminar Hall, Banani, Dhaka. Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of SEU chaired the program and delivered his speech on “Effective Teaching, University Service and Performance Evaluation.” Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Adviser to BoT and Head of BoT Office, SEU Trust gave a presentation on “Research & Publication”.

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 of IQAC gave presentation on “Quality Management and Performance Monitoring”. Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Adviser to BoT and Head of BoT Office, SEU Trust read out a note of Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Representative Member of BoT, SEUT titled as “Our Dream”. Deans, Chairmen, Program Directors and newly appointed faculty members of different departments were present in the program. The program was ended with the vote of thanks from Director, IRT.

42nd batch of Southeast Business School (SBS) organized a “Degree Completion Ceremony” on 1st September 2019 at SEU Seminar Hall, Banani, Dhaka. Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of SEU inaugurated the program by cutting cake and delivering a motivational speech.

Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Adviser to BoT and Head of BoT Office, Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed (Retd), Registrar of SEU and Mr. A.S. Nooruddin Ahmed, Director of BBA and MBA Program were also present along with faculty members of SBS in the ceremony.

Southeast Pharmacy Club organized a workshop on 'Pharmaceutical Production, Research & Development, International Marketing and Supply Chain Management' on 29 August 2019 at SEU Seminar Hall, Banani, Dhaka. Dr. Md. Siddiqul Islam, Chairman, Department of Pharmacy chaired the workshop while Ms. Israt Jahan Bulbul, Moderator of Southeast Pharmacy Club delivered the welcome speech.

Mr. Syed Morsalin Ali, Executive Officer, Research & Development, Incepta Pharmaceuticals Ltd., Mr. Nurul Huda Md. Masum, Senior Executive Officer, Production Department and In Charge, Biotech Production Unit, Incepta Pharmaceuticals Ltd., Mr. Shahed Shahariar, Executive, Supply Chain Management, Healthcare Pharmaceuticals Ltd. and Mr. Md. Rashedul Islam, Executive, International Marketing, Healthcare Pharmaceuticals Ltd. presented papers on different pharmaceutical sectors and shared their experiences with the students. At the end, Chairman of Pharmacy Department distributed certificates to the students.

As a part of countrywide awareness campaign, Southeast University Textile Engineering Department in association with Textile Club organized an awareness program in the name of "ডেঙ্গু প্রতিরোধ ও এডিস মশা নিধন অভিযান" on 05 August 2019 at SEU Permanent Campus, Tejagaon, Dhaka.

Starting from SEU premises at Tejgaon, a rally lead by Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of SEU rounded the area’s important streets and later ended at its starting point.

Hon'ble Vice Chancellor inaugurated the campaign by spraying pesticides. Among others, Prof. Meer Mobashsher Ali, Chairman of Architecture Department, Prof. Syed Fakhrul Hassan, Chairman of Textile Engineering Department, Mr. Mohammad Tarik Al Jalil, Deputy Secretary of BoT, faculty members and students were present in the campaign.

Mr. Md. Iftekhar Ashik Imran and Mr. Md. Shahidul Islam, students of 17th batch of the Department of Economics who completed their graduation in 2018 got admitted in masters program for Economics Research in Xian Jiaotong University, China with full scholarship and monthly stipend.

They got admitted under the Xian Belt & Road International Student XJTU Scholarship. They expressed their gratefulness to the faculties of the Department of Economics for their constant guidance and support.

Southeast University (SEU) observed the National Mourning Day 2019 marking the 44th 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 22 August 2019. Mr. A K M Mozammel Haque, Hon'ble Minister, Ministry of Liberation War Affairs was present as the Chief Guest. The discussion meeting was chaired by the Vice Chancellor of Southeast University, Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin while Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Representative Member of BoT was present as the Special Guest. Prof. Dr. Md. Abdul Hakim, Director of IQAC gave the Welcome Speech. Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed (Retd), Registrar of SEU also took part in the discussion session.

Among others, Adviser to BoT, Pro Vice Chancellor, Deans, Chairmen, teachers, officials and students were present on the occasion. The program ended with prayer for Bangabandu and welfare of Bangladesh.

The 9th Intra Department Moot Court Competition organized by Southeast Moot Court Society was held at Department of Law & Justice, Southeast University from 30th July to 3rd August 2019.

This competition included number of rounds namely Preliminary Round, Quarter Final, Semi Final and Final. A number of 24 teams comprising 48 students participated in the competition.

After successfully passing all the rounds, the two teams advanced to Final. Two finalist team members are Md. Al-Amin Hossain and Md. Pavel Sarker, Forruk Ahmed and Md. Moontasir Rahman Masum respectively. The Chief Guest of the Closing and Certificate Awarding Ceremony was Prof. Dr. Rahmat Ullah, Dean, Faculty of Law, University of Dhaka. Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Hon’ble Vice Chancellor, Southeast University presided over the occasion while Mr. Md. Asraful Islam, Chairman, Department of Law & Justice delivered the Welcome Speech.

The Champion team, the Runner Up team and the semifinalists were felicitated with the awards and the participants were given the certificates of participation. Among others, Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed, (Retd), Registrar, faculty members of Law & Justice Department and members of Southeast Moot Court Society were present in the award-giving ceremony.

Southeast Language and Literature Club organized a Certificate Awarding Ceremony of the Workshop Series on "English Pronunciation" on 06 August 2019 at SEU Building 4, Seminar Hall, Banani, Dhaka.

Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of Southeast University presided over the ceremony and awarded the certificates to the participants. Prof. Dr. Md. Abdul Hakim, Director of IQAC, Chairpersons, Department of English and Bangla, and other faculty members of English & Bangla Department were present at the ceremony.

All of them inspired the club members to organize this kind of program in the near future as well. Dr. Md. Masud Shams Aldin, Moderator of Southeast Language & Literature Club delivered the welcome speech and the Assistant moderator of the club gave vote of thanks at the end.

An award-giving ceremony of SEU Intra-University Programming Contest 2019 organized by Southeast Computer Club, in association with the Department of Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) was held on 1st August 2019 at Seminar Hall, Main Building, Banani, Dhaka. A number of 60 students from various departments took part in this programming contest. There were two categories: Senior category and Junior category. From both categories top 3 contestants were given medals.

Mr. Shahriar Manzoor, Associate Professor and Chairman, Department of CSE inaugurated the programming contest. Prof. Dr. M. Kaykobad, Department of Computer Science and Engineering, BUET inspired the students to take part in upcoming ICPC Asian Regional Dhaka Site programming contest which will be held at SEU. Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of SEU gave some directions to the students and teachers of the Department of CSE.

He also praised the initiative taken by the Southeast Computer Club. Among others, Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed, (Retd), Registrar, and all faculty members of the Department of Computer Science and Engineering were present in the award-giving ceremony.

Southeast University (SEU) organized the certificate awarding ceremony for the foreign students on 6th August 2019 at the University Conference Room, Banani, Dhaka. Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of SEU handed over MDS (Master of Development Studies) certificates to three foreign students of Somalia and Somaliland. The Somalis students Ahmednasri Dahir Husein, Mohad Ahmed Muse and Ali Jama Isse successfully completed their MDS course and received their certificates.

Among others, Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed (Retd), Registrar, Prof. Dr. Md. Abdul Hakim, Director of IQAC, Ms. Madiha Khan, Chairperson and faculty members of Economics Department were present in the ceremony.

Department of Economics of Southeast University organized a “Meet and Greet” session with the current students of the Economics department on 4th August 2019. The purpose of the session was to discuss ideas to increase student enrollment and hear the ongoing problems that the students are facing and come up with solutions.

Prof. Dr. Md. Abdul Hakim, Director of IQAC, Ms. Madiha Khan, Chairperson of Economics Department and Mr. Md. Jamal Uddin, Director of CPDS were present in the session to encourage the fellow students. All the students actively participated and interacted in the fruitful session.

Department of English of Southeast University organized a two-days long Intra-department Cricket Tournament from 2nd to 3rd August 2019. A total of sixty-six players in six teams participated in the tournament.

The atmosphere was festive and friendly. The tournament was thoroughly enjoyed by both faculty members and students of the Department. The tournament was inaugurated by Ms. Aliya Shahnoor Ameen, Chairperson, Department of English.

The prize giving ceremony of the tournament took place on 5th August at the Seminar Hall of the Main Building. Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of SEU was present as the Chief Guest of the ceremony and gave away the trophies among the Champion and Runner Up teams. Prof. Dr. Md. Abdul Hakim, Director, IQAC and other faculty members of the Department of English also attended the program.

As a part of countrywide awareness campaign, Southeast University Textile Engineering Department in association with Textile Club organized an awareness program in the name of "ডেঙ্গু প্রতিরোধ ও এডিস মশা নিধন অভিযান" on 05 August 2019 at SEU Permanent Campus, Tejagaon, Dhaka.

Starting from SEU premises at Tejgaon, a rally lead by Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of SEU rounded the area’s important streets and later ended at its starting point.

Hon'ble Vice Chancellor inaugurated the campaign by spraying pesticides. Among others, Prof. Meer Mobashsher Ali, Chairman of Architecture Department, Prof. Syed Fakhrul Hassan, Chairman of Textile Engineering Department, Mr. Mohammad Tarik Al Jalil, Deputy Secretary of BoT, faculty members and students were present in the campaign.

A two days long program titled "Let’s be with nature" was arranged by the SEU Nature and Environmental club was held from 2nd to 3rd August 2019. In the first day, members of the SEU Nature and Environment club went on a field trip to Sher-E-Bangla Agricultural University premises. Prof. Dr. Jamal Uddin, Head of the Department of Horticulture, Sher-E-Bangla Agricultural University greeted them there and gave them a tour around the university. He explained his research on “spirulina” and also introduced the students to different kinds of plants at the university garden.

The second day of the program was a seminar that was held at the SEU Seminar hall, where Chief Guest Prof. Dr. Jamal Uddin explained his “90 Minutes Schooling” program and also gave a clear idea to the students about the importance of planting trees for saving this planet. He encouraged the students to start gardening to save our environment and also discouraged them to stop using pesticides, chemicals. The program was concluded by presenting certificates among all the participants. Ms. Jubaida Gulshan Ara, Asst. Professor, Dept. of Architecture & Moderator, SEU Nature and Environment club, Ms. Zebunnesa Ahmed, Asst. Professor, Dept. of Pharmacy & Asst. Moderator, SEU nature and environment club and all the EC members were present in the seminar.

As part of study tour, the students of 31st batch, Department of Textile Engineering, Southeast University has visited Shovon knitwear Group on 1st August 2019 at West Masdair, Fatullah, Narayanganj. The team was lead by Dr. Engr. A.N.M Ahmed Ullah, Associate Professor of the department. The other faculty members of the team were Engr. Rajib Saha, Assistant Professor, Engr. A.B.M. Foisal, Senior Lecturer, Engr. Minhaj Ahmed and Engr. Nazmul Haque, Lecturers of the department. After arrival at the factory, the group was received by Engr. Mohammad Ashraful Hossain, General Manager, Knit Dyeing Division.

Students visited the Knitting, Dyeing, finishing, Printing and Garments section in three groups under the supervision of three Production officers and faculties and they observed production processes by sophisticated machinery. The visiting team has also met other senior officials of the industry.

Department of Career and Professional Development Services (CPDS) organized a collaboration meeting between SEU and AILABS held at SEU Conference Room, Banani on 4th August 2019. AILABS is a provider in data science with an accent on machine learning and other relevant areas of Artificial Intelligence. Data-Core Systems Inc. - a Philadelphia based technology consulting company is launching AILABS to build a knowledge hub to impart education in artificial intelligence, machine learning, deep learning, data analytics, and allied disciplines.

Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of SEU chaired the meeting while Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Adviser to BoT & Head of BoT Office, Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed (Retd), Registrar, Mr. Shahriar Manzoor, Chairman of CSE Department, Dr. Engr. Abu Sayed Sikder (Faruq), Director of IT, Mr. Mohammad Tarik Al Jalil, Deputy Secretary of BoT and Mr. Md. Jamal Uddin, Director of CPDS, Mr. Md. Mijanur Rahman, Assistant Professor and Mr. Monirul Hasan, ISDT Team Leader & Sr. Lecturer of CSE Department were present on behalf of SEU. Prof. Pradip K Das, Academic Director, and Mr. Abhishek Sarkar were present from AILABS Academy Pvt Ltd., India, Mr. Sumeru Banerjee, Manager, Sales & Business Development, data-Core Systems, and Engr. Sumon Biswas, Assistant Manager, GETCO were also present among others.

18 Members of Southeast University Social Services Club visited Gaibandha district to help a nuber of 300 flood affected families includes over 1,000 people on 02 August 2019 as a part of social responsibility. Mr. Md. Jahid Mustofa, Assistant Professor and Mr. Regan Ahmed, Lecturer of Department of Law & Justice visited along with active club members to the affected area of Gaibandha with some relief items (dry foods and medicines).

Principal of Gaibandha Govt. College, students and local representatives were present and thanked students, officers, faculty members and university authorities for the generous support.

Prof. Dr. Engr. Muhibul Haque Bhuyan, Chairman of EEE Department of Southeast University (SEU) conducted a workshop as a Resource Person titled “Outcome Based Education towards BAETE Accreditation” on 27 July 2019. The workshop was organized by the Faculty of Science and Engineering (FSE) of International Islamic University Chittagong (IIUC), Kumira, Chattogram for the Faculty Members of the Departments of EEE/CSE/ETE. All the Heads of these Departments were also present in the workshop. Prof. Dr. Md. Delawer Hossain, Dean of FSE and Director of IQAC, IIUC was the Chief Guest while Engr. Muhammad Athar Uddin, Associate Professor and Chairman (In-Charge), Department of EEE, IIUC presided over the workshop.

A seminar titled as “Save Our Antibiotics”, organized by Southeast Pharmacy Club was held on 1st August 2019 at the SEU Seminar Hall, Main Building, Banani, Dhaka. Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of SEU chaired the seminar while Prof. ABM Faroque, Adviser, Department of Pharmacy, Southeast University presented the Keynote Paper.

Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed (Retd), Registrar and Dr. Md. Siddiqual Islam, Chairman, Dept. of Pharmacy also discussed on the topic while Ms. Israt Jahan Bulbul, Moderator of Southeast Pharmacy Club delivered the welcome speech. Among others, Controller of Examinations, Chairman- Department of Bangla, faculty members, officials of academic and non-academic departments and students were present in the program.

An inaugural Ceremony of the Workshop Series on "English Pronunciation" was held on 30 July 2019 at SEU Building 4, Seminar Hall, Banani, Dhaka. The program was organized by Southeast Language and Literature Club. Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of Southeast University inaugurated the session and appreciated such kind of initiative of the Club in his speech.

Dr. Md. Masud Shams Aldin, Moderator of Southeast Language & Literature Club delivered the welcome speech. Ms. Aliya Shahnoor Ameen, Chairperson, Department of English and other faculty members of English Department were present at the ceremony and inspired the club members to organize this kind of program in the near future as well.

Southeast University (SEU) organized a seminar on “Role of Media in Promoting Quality Education in the Private Sector” on 31 July 2019 at the Seminar Hall of SEU, Banani, Dhaka. Mohibul Hassan Chowdhury, MP, Hon'ble Deputy Minister, Ministry of Education, Government of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh was present as the Chief Guest in the program. Prof. Dr. Kazi Shahidullah, Chairman of University Grants Commission (UGC) and Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Representative Member, Board of Trustees, SEU Trust attended the program as Guest of Honors. Mr. Saiful Alam, Editor of Daily Jugantor, Mr. Anisul Hoque, Associate Editor of Daily Prothom Alo, Mr. Joy E Mamun, Head of News, ATN Bangla and Mr. Rahul Raha, Head of News, NEWS 24 were present as Special Guests.

Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of SEU chaired the seminar while Syed Ishtiaque Reza, Editor-in-Chief of GTV presented the keynote paper. Mohammad Imtiaj, Director of BCPR, SEU delivered the welcome speech. For their valuable and remarkable contribution for the improvement in educational sector, 14 journalists from different print and electronic media were specially awarded in this seminar. All guests of the seminar thanked Southeast University for this unique initiative. Among others, Adviser to BoT and Head of BoT Office, SEU Trust, Pro Vice Chancellor, Registrar, Chairmen, officials and senior journalists from different print and electronic media were also present in the seminar.

SEU Textile club of Southeast University (SEU) organized the 2nd Lecture Series on Industrial Experience Sharing at Permanent campus, Tejgoan on 29 July 2019. Prof.Syed Fakhrul Hassan, Chairman, Department of Textile Engineering presided over the program while Mr.SM Masum Alam, Lecturer, Department of Textile Engineering and Moderator, SEU Textile Club delivered the welcome speech. Engr. Salah Uddin, Asst. Manager (Central IE &Planning), Auko-Tex Group and Engr. Shaikh Waliul Islam, Consultant, Marketing & Accounts , Rustgo Ltd. were present as keynote speakers in the program .

Engr. Redwan Ahmed, Senior Executive, Auko Tex Group was present as discussant in the program. Dr. Syed Atiqur Rahman, Associate Professor & Coordinator, Department of Textile Engineering and Dr. ANM Ahmed Ullah, Associate Professor, Department of Textile Engineering also addressed in the program.

Around 100 students and all faculties of Department of Textile Engineering were present in the Workshop.

Department of Law & Justice of Southeast University (SEU) organized a Seminar titled “Legal Education vis-à-vis Legal Profession in Bangladesh” on 27 July 2019 at the Seminar Hall, Banani, Dhaka. Justice Naima Haider, Ho'ble Judge of the High Court Division of the Supreme Court of Bangladesh graced the occasion as the Chief Guest.

She focused on the importance and scope of legal education and challenges of legal profession. Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of SEU chaired the Seminar. Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Adviser to BoT & Head of BoT Office also addressed the students. Mr. Ashraful Islam, Chairman of Law & Justice Department gave the Vote of Thanks while Ms. Bahreen Khan, Assistant Professor of the same Department delivered the Welcome Speech.

Among others, Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed (Retd), Registrar, faculty members and 150 students were present in the Seminar.

Freshers’ Reception & Orientation Program of the newly admitted students of Pharmacy Department for Summer Semester 2019 under the School of Science & Engineering (SSE) of Southeast University (SEU) was held on 28 July 2019 at the Seminar Hall, Main Building, Banani, Dhaka.

Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of SEU chaired the program while Dr. Md. Zakir Hossain, Managing Director of Delta Pharma Limited was present in the program as Chief Guest. Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed (Retd), Registrar of SEU welcomed newly enrolled students.

Dr. Md. Siddiqul Islam, Chairman of Pharmacy Department, SEU introduced respective faculty members to the students. Prof. Dr. Md. Abu Taher, Pro Vice Chancellor and Prof. ABM Faroque, Adviser of Pharmacy Department also addressed the students. Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Adviser to BoT and Head of BoT Office conducted a presentation session in the program describing SEU's vision, mission and future goal. Among others, faculty members, officials, newly enrolled students and their guardians were present in the program.

Ms. Mahmuda Sarwar Shraboni of the Southeast Debate Club has become champion in a public speaking competition organized by the event exposure under the SHAMPREETI Project of "Manusher Jonno Foundation" on 27 July 2019. She is a student of the Department of Pharmacy of Southeast University.

It should be noted that after the initial selection from across the country, the final phase was held on 27 July with the top fifteen including the Southeast University's Ms. Mahmuda Sarwar Shraboni and Ms. Tasnim Nisha. Famous actors Mr. Ferdous Ahmed and Mr. Khairul Alam Sabuj, Ms. Sajedi Begum from Manusher Jonno Foundation, Mr. Mirza Wahiduzzaman, CEO of Event Exposure and Mr. Ashok Ranjan Dutto, CEO of the SHAMPREETI, were present as judges and guests in the final. The Guest of Honor handed over Tk. 50,000/- as prize money to the winner.

As a part of countrywide awareness campaign, Gulshan Range Police in association with Southeast University (SEU) organized an awareness program on 23 July 2019 at SEU Seminar Hall, Banani, Dhaka in response to recent killings of several innocent people by crowd by spreading rumours.

Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed (Retd), Registrar of SEU, Mr. Rafiqul Islam, Senior Assistant Commissioner of Police and OC of Banani Thana delivered motivational lectures and told students not to involve in spreading rumours.

Southeast Movie & Drama Club organized “Movie Show Festival 2019” from 22 to 24 July 2019 in the Seminar Hall, Banani and from 24 to 25 July 2019 at Permanent Campus, Tejgaon, Dhaka. Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of SEU inaugurated the program. A series of high rated good quality movies were shown to the students in two slots each day, followed by interesting quiz rounds.

On 24th July a prize giving ceremony was arranged in the Banani Seminar Hall where Prof. Dr. Md. Abdul Hakim, Director of IQAC handed over the prizes to the students. Ms. Mayeesha Fairuz Rahman, Asst. Moderator of Southeast Movie and Drama Club along with Mr. Afjal Hossain, President of Southeast Movie & Drama Club conducted the program.

An inaugural ceremony of Chinese Language Certificate Course was held on 19 July 2019 at SEU Seminar Hall, Campus 4, Banani, Dhaka. The program was organized by Center for Modern Languages (CML), Southeast University in collaboration with Shandong Vocational College of Light Industry, China and R & G group of Bangladesh.

Prof. Dr. A.N.M. Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of Southeast University presided over the session and inaugurated the course while Ms. Aliya Shahnoor Ameen, Chairperson, Department of English and Director of Center for Modern Languages delivered the welcome speech. Among others, Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed (Retd), Registrar, Prof. Syed Fakhrul Hassan, Chairman of Textile Engineering Department, Prof. Dr. Abdul Hakim, Director of IQAC, Ms. Ji Jing, Chinese language course instructor and students were present in the ceremony.

To build a positive relationship amongst the present and former members, Southeast Cultural Society organized a club reunion program titled "Club Day 2019" on 19 July 2019 at SEU Seminar Hall, Main Building, Banani, Dhaka. Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of SEU was the Chief Guest of the program.

A number of 60 students participated in the program. Former club executives shared their views and experiences about this club. Hon'ble Vice Chancellor thanked and encouraged all to organize this type of program every year.

Among others, Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed (Retd), Registrar, Mr. Wahid Hossain Siddiquey, Chief Coordinator-cum-Secretary of BoT, SEUT and Ms. Aliya Shahnoor Ameen, Chairperson, Department of English and Moderator of Cultural Club were present in the program. The former and the present club members were given away the crests by Vice Chancellor.

Later, a cultural event was organized by cultural club where students of SEU performed.

Southeast Debate Club participated in the 1st SUBDS National Debate Championship 2019 on 20 July 2019 organized by State University of Bangladesh Debating Society, where 30 teams including different Public and private universities participated from all over the country.

In this tournament, Southeast Debate Club qualified for the quarter-final round, by wining 04 Preliminary Round out of 04. In the four rounds debate, Southeast University won against Gono bisswabiddalaya of Bangladesh, Bangladesh Agricultural University (BAU), Jahangirnagar University (JU) and Ahsanullah University Debate team respectively. SEU student & President of the Southeast Debate Club Mr. Ashraful Alam Munna won the title 'Debater of the tournament' for being the best speaker in every round (four round). Hon'ble Vice-Chancellor of State University Bangladesh was present in the competition.

An Intra University Open Public Speaking Competition 2019 and Workshop on Basic Skills organized by Southeast Debate Club, in association with Event Exposure and sponsored by Manusher Jonno Foundation was held on 20 July at SEU Seminar Hall, Buliding #4, Banani, Dhaka. The title of the competition was "Shompreeti-E Progoti".

A number of 60 students from various departments of SEU took part in this competition. Ms. Shraboni Sarwar from Pharmacy Department won the Champion certificate and gifts. Ms. Tasnim Nisha from BBA Program won the runner up certificate and gifts.

Mr. Ashok Ronjon Datto, Cheif Adviser of Event Exposure inaugurated the program. In the closing session, Prof. Dr. Md. Abdul Hakim, Director of IQAC distributed certificate of participation to the students and praised the initiative taken by the Southeast Debate Club. Among others, Mr. Mirza Wahiduzzaman, CEO of Event Exposure, Mr. Md. Faruquzzaman, Assistant Director of CPDS, Mr. Kazi Parvez Jibon, Assistant Moderator of Southeast Debate Club and Mr. Rafi Reza, Lecturer, Department of English were present in the competition.

As part of study, students of 34th batch, Department of Textile Engineering, Southeast University (SEU) visited Ha-Meem Textiles ltd. at Mawna, Gazipur on 7th July 2019. The team was guided by Mr. A.N.M Ahmed Ullah, Associate Professor and accompanied by Ms. Zulfa Ferdous, Assistant Professor and Mr. A.B.M. Foisal, Senior Lecturer of the department.

After arriving at the factory, the team was received by Lt. Col. Md. Abdul Wadud, Executive Director (HR & Admin). Students visited the spinning, Denim production and finishing plant after dividing into three groups under three production officers, where they observed vast production by sophisticated machineries dedicated for export in USA and European countries. The tour ended up by a question-answer session with the high officials of the factory where possibility of internship, future mill visit and research work between the industry and department was discussed.

An MoU signing ceremony between Southeast University (SEU) & Girijananda Chowdhury Institute of Pharmaceutical Science, Guwahati, Assam, India was held on 8th July 2019 at SEU Conference Room, Banani, Dhaka. With the MoU both institutes will be able to do collaborative activities in the areas of academics, training and research on the basis of equality and reciprocity.

Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of SEU chaired the meeting while Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed (Retd), Registrar, Prof. Syed Fakhrul Hassan, Chairman of Textile Engineering Department, Prof. ABM Faroque, Adviser, Department of Pharmacy, Dr. Md. Siddiqul Islam, Chairman, Department of Pharmacy, and Mr. Md. Jamal Uddin, Director of Career and Professional Development Services attended the meeting on behalf of SEU and Prof. Dr. Gouranga Das, Principal of Girijananda Chowdhury Institute of Pharmaceutical Science was present on behalf of his institution.

The 15th Syndicate Meeting of Southeast University (SEU) was held in the Conference Room at its Banani Campus on 9th July 2019. Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Hon’ble Vice Chancellor of SEU chaired the meeting while Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Hon’ble Representative Member of Board of Trustees, SEU Trust, Prof. Dr. Md. Abu Taher, Pro Vice chancellor of SEU, Dr. Md. Mahmud-Ul-Haque, Additional Secretary (Development), Secondary and Higher Education Division, Ministry of Education, Dr. Md. Abdul Hakim, Director of IQAC, Prof. Syed Fakhrul Hassan, Chairman of Textile Engineering Department, Prof. Dr. Engr. Muhibul Haque Bhuyan, Chairman of EEE Department and Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed (Retd), Registrar of SEU, attended the meeting.

Among others, Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Adviser to BoT & Head of BoT Office, Mr. Mofazzal Hossain, Controller of Examinations, Mr. Md. Wadud Ahmed, Director of Finance, Mr. Mohammad Tarik Al Jalil, Deputy Secretary of BoT, SEUT and Major Asifur Rahman Mahi (Retd), Deputy Registrar (HR) were also present in the meeting.

For the first time Southeast University (SEU) Library Department organized a daylong advanced modular based hands-on training titled "Library Automation System (KOHA) for Smart Librarians" on 6 July 2019 at SBS Computer Lab, Banani, Dhaka. A total of 20 participants includes library professionals and students from different educational institutions of Bangladesh participated in the training.

Mr. Habibe Kibria Chowdhury, Asst. Librarian of Jahangirnagar University, Mohammad Joynal Abdin, Senior Lab Instructor, ISLM Department, Dhaka University and Mr. Md. Mubassir Ahsan, Asst. Librarian of Southeast University were the trainers. Certificates were awarded to the participants after successful completion of the training.

Southeast Tourism and Photography Club (SEUTPC) organized an Intra University Photography Exhibition 2019 on 2nd June at SEU Seminar Hall, Banani. A number of 100 participants from different departments of the university participated in the exhibition with their photographs. 6 photos out of 100 have been nominated by the Judges for winning prizes.

Mr. Razibul Hossain, Director, Asian Institute of Media and Communication Bangladesh & Mr. Md. Jamal Uddin, Director, Career and Professional Development Services, Southeast University were present in the exhibition as judges. Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed (Retd.), Registrar and Mr. Mohammad Tarik Al Jalil, Deputy Secretary, BoT, SEUT also visited the exhibition.

Students of Southeast University (SEU) paid homage to the victims of Holey Artisan terrorist attack at Gulshan marking the third anniversary since the militant attack on July 1, 2016. SEU students are always against terrorist & militant activities and raise their voice against terrorism and all the students are highly committed to do their best to serve the nation.

A team of SEU students guided by Mr. Forhad Hossain, Senior Officer of Career & Professional Development Services (CPDS) placed a floral wreath at the altar of a monument prepared in honor of the martyrs of Holey Artisan attack.

Department of Career and Professional Development Services (CPDS) organized a workshop on “Advanced CV Writing & Interview Skills” on 25 June 2019 at SEU Permanent Campus, Tejgaon, Dhaka.

Mr. Niaz Ahmed, Resume Development Specialist & CEO of Corporate Ask, provided a strong knowledge of various aspects on CV & Cover Letter writing and interview skills. From the workshop, the entire participants became able to know the process to prepare their CVs and learned the basics of interview skills. Hence, Mr. Md. Jamal Uddin, Director of CPDS, SEU shared updated information of the current job market and different career pathways which helped them to prepare for a future job competition. The participants were awarded by certificates after successful participation of the workshop.

Southeast University (SEU) and IDOL FOCUS jointly organized the Grand Finale of "Inter-University Public Speaking Competition (IUPSC-2019)" on 30 June 2019 at SEU Banai Campus. 150 participants from 30 public and private universities of Bangladesh participated in the 1st round on 21 June and from there, 70 students were selected for the second round. On June 22 2019, 16 were selected for the final round in the same venue. Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of SEU chaired the program and distributed trophy amongst the winners.

The ceremony was attended by Hon'ble Judges Mr. Monirul Islam Rony, Vice President, United Commercial Bank Limited, Mr. M. Zahid Hossain, CEO and Managing Director, Multitex Group, Mr. Md. Alamgir Bhuiyan, Associate Professor and System Admin, IUBAT, Mr. Md. Jamal Uddin, Director, Career and Professional Development Services, Southeast University and Mr. Biplob Kanti Das, Founder and Managing Director, IDOL FOCUS. Mr. Minhajur Rahman Joy from Dhaka University won the champion trophy. Mr. Nasir Chowdhury from North South University and Mr. Rashad Riaz from Dhaka University won the first runner up and second runner up trophy respectively.

Southeast Social Services Club organized a program on 30 June 2019 for distributing educational materials amongst underprivileged children as a part of social responsibility.

A number of 50 children received the educational materials at Gulshan Youth Club. The Moderator of Southeast Social Services Club Ms. Bahreen Khan, Assistant Moderator Ms. Ummay Munmun and all the executive committee members of the club were present during the program.

Mr. Muzahidur Rahman Chowdhury, Lecturer, Department of Textile Engineering of Southeast University (SEU) was invited in prestigious 19th World Textile Conference hosted by the Department of Materials, Textiles and Chemical Engineering (MaTCh) of Ghent University, to present his research paper titled “SYNTHESIS OF GRAPHENE OXIDE FOR TEXTILE DYE DEGRADATION UNDER VARIOUS PHOTO CATALYTIC CONDITIONS” held from 11 to 15 June 2019 at Ghent, Belgium.

The paper was also co-authored by Professor Dr. Fahmida Gulshan, Head, Department of MME, Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology (BUET). Mr. Chowdhury presented his paper in-front of renowned scholars from more than 50 countries of the world. He represented Bangladesh and Southeast University in this International Textile platform.

Department of English of Southeast University (SEU) organized a three-days long training on English Language Proficiency course for college students from June 25 to June 27, 2019 at SEU Seminar Hall, Banani, Dhaka. Ms. Adiba Murtaza, Lecturer, Department of English, SEU was the resource person of the certificate course. Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of SEU inaugurated the course. Ms. Aliya Shahnoor Ameen, Chairperson, Department of English, welcomed forty two students from eight colleges who participated in the course. They were facilitated and inspired to enhance their English communication and grammar skills through the course.

In the closing ceremony, on June 27, 2019 Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of SEU distributed certificate of participation to the students and congratulated the Department on undertaking this commendable initiative. He also inspired the students to carry on their quest to enhance their language skills. Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed (Retd), Registrar and Prof. Dr. Md. Abdul Hakim, Director, IQAC were also present in the closing ceremony.

Southeast University (SEU) has won the Championship in the "Shompritir Jonno Bitorko" competition on 29 June 2019 organized by Debate for Humanity (DFH) in association with Manusher Jonno Foundation held at Bisshya Shaittya Kendro, Dhaka. 12 educational institutions participated in it. Primeasia University became the runner-up in the competition. Mr. Ashraful Alam Munna, Student of Southeast University received the main speaker award.

Crest was handed over to the winner and runner-up team in a closing ceremony. Prof. Anu Muhammad, Jahangirnagar University, Prof. Dr. Abdul Hannan Chowdhury, Vice Chancellor of Primeasia University, Mohammad Shafiqur Rahman, Chairman of DFH, Mr. Avro Bhattacharya Deputy Director of CPD, Mr. Shahriar Mannan, Director, Manusher Jonno Foundation and Journalist Mr. Mizanur Rahman Khan were present in the ceremony.

সাউথইস্ট বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের বাংলা ভাষা ও সাহিত্য বিভাগ ২৭ জুন ২০১৯ (১৩ আষাঢ় ১৪২৬) তারিখ বর্ষাবরণ উৎসবের আয়োজন করে। বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের উপাচার্য অধ্যাপক ড. এএনএম মেশকাত উদ্দীন উৎসবের উদ্বোধন করেন।

এ সময় অন্যান্যের মধ্যে উপস্থিত ছিলেন উপ-উপাচার্য অধ্যাপক ড. মো: আবু তাহের, বিভিন্ন বিভাগের চেয়ারম্যান, পরিচালক, শিক্ষক, কর্মকর্তা ও শিক্ষার্থীবৃন্দ। পরিশেষে শিক্ষার্থীদের অংশগ্রহনে মনোজ্ঞ সাংস্কৃতিক অনুষ্ঠানের আয়োজন করা হয়।

Orientation Program for the newly admitted students of MBA program of Summer Semester 2019 under the Southeast Business School (SBS) held on 26 June 2019 at the SEU Seminar Hall, Main Building, Banani, Dhaka. Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of SEU chaired the program while Ms. Shelina Afroza, Chairman of Jiban Bima Corporation, Dhaka attended the program as Chief Guest. 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. AFM Mafizul Islam, Adviser to BoT and Head of BoT Office and Prof. Dr. Md. Abu Taher, Pro Vice Chancellor & Dean of SBS also addressed the students while Mr. A.S. Nooruddin Ahmed, Director of MBA Program introduced respective faculty members to the students. Among others, faculty members, officials, newly enrolled students and their guardians were present in the program.

To observe the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking, Southeast University (SEU) Anti Drug Committee organized an anti- drug rally at Banani area on 26 June 2019. Prof. Dr. Md. Abu Taher, Pro Vice Chancellor of SEU inaugurated the rally. Faculty members, students and officials of SEU attended the rally spontaneously.

Starting from SEU premises at Banani, the rally rounded the area’s important streets and later ended at its starting point. Among others, Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed (Retd), Registrar, Chairmen and Coordinators were present at the rally.

Prof. Dr. Muhibul Haque Bhuyan. Chairman, Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering of Southeast University (SEU) has delivered a lecture in a workshop as a Resource Person on 22 June 2019.

The workshop was organized by the Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering of International University of Business Agriculture and Technology (IUBAT) and the topic of his lecture was “Outcome Based Education: From Course Mapping to Assessment and Evaluation”.

Freshers’ Reception & Orientation Program of the newly admitted students of BBA program of Summer Semester 2019 under the Southeast Business School (SBS) of Southeast University (SEU) was held on 24 June 2019 at the SEU Seminar Hall, Banani, Dhaka. Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of SEU chaired the program while Mr. Quazi Mohiuddin, Group CEO, Babylon Group was present in the program as Chief Guest. Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed (Retd.), Registrar of SEU welcomed newly enrolled students.

He discussed about rules, regulations and facilities of the University. Prof. Md. Moniruzzaman, Principal, Safiuddin Sarker Academy & College, Gazipur attended the program as Special Guest. Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Adviser to BoT and Head of BoT Office conducted a presentation session in the program describing SEU's vision, mission and future goal. Prof. Dr. Md. Abu Taher, Pro Vice Chancellor & Dean of SBS also addressed the students while Mr. A.S. Nooruddin Ahmed, Director of BBA Program introduced respective faculty members to the students. Among others, faculty members, officials, newly enrolled students and their guardians were present in the program.

South Asian Network on Economic Modeling (SANEM) organized its monthly writing competition titled "Youth's Thoughts on Economics" for the third time which encourages university students to write on contemporary national and global economic issues. The theme of this episode was "Climate Change and Sustainable Development". A total of 52 students from 22 different public and private universities participated in the competition. Dr. Selim Raihan, Professor of Economics, University of Dhaka and Executive Director of SANEM gave away the prizes among the contestants yesterday at SANEM office.

Among 52 submissions, Mr. Sayed Imran Ur Rahman, a 2nd-year student from the Department of Economics of Southeast University (SEU) was awarded the third prize for his insightful writing titled "Vulnerabilities and Aftermaths of Climate Change on Sustainable Development: A Brief Overview."

Southeast University (SEU), Bangladesh and Wuhan Institute of Technology (WIT), China signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on 19 June 2019 at SEU Conference Room, Banani to enhance mutual academic exchange programs and to explore opportunities for mutual collaboration. Under the MoU, SEU students and faculty members will get opportunities to study and conduct research in WIT.

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 and Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed (Retd), Registrar were present on behalf of Southeast University and Mr. Fang Wenhai, Vice President, Mr. Peng Shiyu, Dean, School of International Education, Mr. Wu Yuntao, Dean of the Graduate School, Mr. Feng Bing, Dean of the School of Management, Mr. Yang Jianbing, Associate Dean of the School of Foreign Languages and Mr. Ling Chen were present on behalf of Wuhan Institute of Technology, China. Among others, senior officials from both the universities graced the occasion with their presence.

A seminar on “Budget 2019-20” organized by the Department of Economics of Southeast University (SEU) was held on 19 June 2019 at the Banani Seminar Hall of SEU. Dr. Mashiur Rahman, Economics Affairs Adviser to the Hon'ble Prime Minister, Government of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh was present as the Chief Guest at the seminar. Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin Vice Chancellor of SEU chaired the seminar, while Prof. Dr. M A Hakim, Director of IQAC, SEU delivered the Welcome Speech.

Among others, Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Representative Member of BoT, SEUT, Prof. Dr. Md. Abu Taher, Pro Vice Chancellor, Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed (Retd), Registrar of SEU, Chairmen, Directors, Faculty members, Officials and students attended the program.

Freshers’ Reception & Orientation Program of the newly admitted students of Architecture and Textile Engineering Department for Summer Semester 2019 under the School of Science & Engineering (SSE) of Southeast University (SEU) was held on 17 June 2019 at the SEU Permanent Campus, Tejgaon, Dhaka.

Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of SEU chaired the program while Engr. Dr. Md. Asaduzzaman, Director Genearal of Bangladesh Jute Research Institute (BJRI) was present in the program as Chief Guest. Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed (Retd), Registrar of SEU welcomed newly enrolled students. Prof. Meer Mobashsher Ali, Chairman of Architecture Department and Prof. Syed Fakhrul Hassan, Chairman of Textile Engineering Department, SEU introduced respective faculty members to the students. Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Advisor to BoT and Head of BoT Office conducted a presentation session in the program describing SEU's vision, mission and future goal. Among others, faculty members, officials, newly enrolled students and their guardians were present in the program.

Freshers’ Reception & Orientation Program of the newly admitted students of Electrical & Electronic Engineering Department (EEE) for Summer Semester 2019 under the School of Science & Engineering (SSE) of Southeast University (SEU) was held on 17 June 2019 at the SEU Permanent Campus, Tejgaon, Dhaka.

Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of SEU chaired the program while Dr. Shaikh Anowarul Fattah, Professor, BUET and Director, Institute of Nuclear Power Engineering was present in the program as Chief Guest. Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed (Retd), Registrar of SEU welcomed newly enrolled students. He discussed about rules, regulations and facilities of the University. Mr. Ashraful Ahsan Khan, Principal of Cambrian School and College attended the program as Special Guest. Prof. Dr. Muhibul Haque Bhuyan, Chairman, EEE Department, SEU introduced respective faculty members to the students. Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Advisor to BoT and Head of BoT Office conducted a presentation session in the program describing SEU's vision, mission and future goal. Among others, faculty members, officials, newly enrolled students and their guardians were present in the program.

Institute of Research & Training (IRT) in collaboration with Department of Pharmacy, SEU organized a workshop on “Biological Research using Animal Model” on 13 June, 2019 at SEU Seminar Hall, Banani, Dhaka. The Workshop started with the welcome speech by Dr. Syed Abdulla Al Mamun, Director of IRT. Dr. Md. Siddiqul Islam, Chairman, Department of Pharmacy introduced the Resource Person.

Prof. Sahabuddin K. Chowdhury, Former Dean, Faculty of Biological Sciences, Jahangirnagar University conducted the workshop as the Resource Person. Prof Dr. A.F.M Mafizul Islam, Adviser to BoT and Head of BoT office, SEU Trust and Chairman, Executive Committee of IRT also delivered his valuable speech. Eighteen faculty members and 10 students from Pharmacy department were present in the program.

Department of Textile Engineering of Southeast University (SEU) along with SEU Textile club organized an experience sharing session on "Working environment in global textile sector" on 13 June 2019 at SEU Permanent Campus, Tejgoan, Dhaka.

Prof. Syed Fakhrul Hassan, Chairman of Textile Engineering Department presided over the program. Engr. Rakibul Alam, Manager, QA & Business Development, Fulgar in Srilanka and Former student of Department of Textile Engineering, SEU was the discussant of the program. He described his journey towards working in global textile sector. He also gave valuable suggestions to the students. Students from different semesters, faculty members and coordinators were present in this program.

Freshers’ Reception & Orientation Program of the newly admitted students of Summer Semester 2019 under the School of Arts & Social Sciences (SASS) of Southeast University (SEU) was held on 16 June 2019 at SEU Seminar Hall, Banani, Dhaka.

Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of SEU chaired the program while Prof. Dr. Mesbahuddin Ahmed, Chairman of Bangladesh Accreditation Council was present in the program as Chief Guest. Mr. Md. Altaf Hossain Faruk, Principal of Lalmatia Degree College was the Special Guest.

Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed (Retd), Registrar of SEU welcomed newly enrolled students. Prof. Dr. Md. Abdul Hakim, Director, IQAC and Convener of SASS orientation committee introduced respective faculty members to the students.

Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Adviser to BoT and Head of BoT Office conducted a presentation session in the program describing SEU's vision, mission and future goal. Among others, Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Representative Member of BoT, SEU Trust, Prof. Dr. Md. Abu Taher, Pro Vice Chancellor, Chairmen, faculty members, officials, newly enrolled students and their guardians were present in the program.

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 Prof. Dr. Kazi Shahidullah, the newly appointed Chairman of University Grants Commission (UGC) with flowers on 28 May 2019. 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.

The Alumni of the Department of Economics of Southeast University (SEU) hosted an Iftar and a Doa Mahfil on 11 May 2019 at the SEU Seminar Hall, Banani, Dhaka. Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of SEU, Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Representative Member of BoT, SEUT, Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Adviser to BoT and Head of BoT Office and Prof. Dr. Md. Abdul Hakim , Director of IQAC were present in the program.

The Chairperson of the Department Ms. Madiha Khan delivered the Welcome Speech which was followed by the speech of Hon'ble Vice Chancellor. All the faculties and a large number of current students of the Department of Economics were also present. Together everyone prayed for the welfare and development of the Economics Department and the University.

EEE Club of Southeast University in association with Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering (EEE) organized an Iftar Mahfil on 26 May 2019 at SEU Permanent Campus, Tejgaon, Dhaka. Prof. Dr. Engr. Muhibul Haque Bhuyan, Chairman of EEE Department was the Chief Guest of the program.

All the students, faculty members and officials of EEE Department participated in the program.

Southeast University (SEU) organized a recognition ceremony for commendable service to the University on 23 May 2019 in the SEU Seminar Hall, Banani, Dhaka. A number of 98 faculty members and officials, as well as 65 students, received appreciation award due to their spirit, commitment, and devotion to strengthen Southeast University. Besides the Department of Economics, Law & Justice, EEE, CSE and Architecture received an appreciation certificate for the growth and progress of the University. Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Representative of BoT, SEUT, Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of SEU, and Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Adviser to BoT & Head of BoT Office addressed in the program. Mr. Md. Jamal Uddin, Director, Dept. of Admission & Promotion delivered the Welcome Speech. Among others, Prof. Dr. Md. Abu Taher, Pro Vice Chancellor, Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed (Retd), Registrar, Deans, Departmental Heads, Officials, and faculty members were present in the occasion.

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 26 May 2019. More than 100 children received new clothes and food for Eid festival along with iftar. Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of SEU, Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Representative Member of BoT, SEUT, Prof. Dr. Md. Abu Taher, Pro Vice Chancellor, Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed (Retd), Registrar, and Prof. Dr. Md. Abdul Hakim, Director, IQAC graced the occasion with their presence and distributed colorful outfits amongst the children. Mr. Mohammad Imtiaj, Director of BCPR, Mr. Md. Jamal Uddin, Director of CPDS, Ms. Bahreen Khan, Asst. Professor, Department of Law and Justice and Asst. Moderator of SEU Social Services Club and all member of Social Services Club were present in the program.

An Intra University Debate Championship 2019 and Workshop on Improvement of Debating Skill organized by Manusher Jonno Foundation & Debate For Humanity was held on 22 May at SEU Seminar Hall, Banani ,Dhaka. The title of the competition was "Shampreetir Jonno Bitorko".

A total of around 130 students of various department of SEU took part in it. Mr. Taker Aziz, President, Debate for Humanity inaugurated the program. Team Jagoron13 won the championship and the members were Mr. AL Sany, Mr. Rakib Emon and Mr. Mohmood Riaz.

Team Projonmo was the Runner-up team and the members were Mr. Akram Ullah, Ms. Farhana Sultana and Mr. Mahfuz Abdullah.

Among others, Mr. Safiqur Rahman, Chairperson, Debate for Humanity, Mr. Abdullah al Zunaid, General Secretary, Debate for Humanity, Mr. S.M. Shariar, Organizing Secretary, Debate for Humanity, Mr. Md. Jamal Uddin, Director of CPDS, Ms. Madiha Khan, Moderator of SEU Debate Club, Mr. Kazi Parvez Jibon, Assistant Moderator of SEU Debate Club, Mr. Ashraful Alam Munna, President and Mr. Rohan Rahman, Advisor of SEU Debate Club were present in the competition.

A "Doa & Iftar Mahfil" for the departed soul of Mr. Abul Kalam Azad, Hon'ble Member of BoT and discussion program on "Overview of the significance of holy Ramadan" was held on 19 May 2019 at Seminar Hall of Southeast University (SEU), Banani, Dhaka. Memorizing Mr. Azad, Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Hon'ble Representative of BoT, SEUT and Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Hon'ble Vice Chancellor of SEU addressed in the program. Prof. Dr. Md. Ataur Rahman Miazi, Chairman, Department of Islamic History & Culture, Dhaka University was the Chief Discussant while Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed (Retd), Registrar of SEU delivered the welcome speech. Chief Discussant 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.

Finally the Doa was conducted by Dr. Ataur Rahman Miazi for the departed soul of Mr. Abul Kalam Azad. Among others, Members of the Board of Trustees, SEU Trust, Family members of Mr. Abul Kalam Azad, Adviser of BoT, Registrar, Chairmen, Directors, Faculty members and Officials participated in the program.

Southeast Business School organized a program titled ‘Workshop on Financial Applications in MS Excel & Financial Quiz Competition” on 13 April 2019 at SEU Seminar Hall, Banani, Dhaka. The program was comprised of three major sessions. These were Finance Concepts Recap, Financial Applications in MS Excel and Financial Quiz Competition

A total of around 70 students from the BBA (Major in Finance) of Spring 2019 Semester took part in the program. The objective of the program is to increase the overall capability of the students with regards to recent needs of the job sector in financial industry in Bangladesh. The program was inaugurated by Prof. Dr. Md. Abu Taher, Pro Vice Chancellor and Dr. Rezbin Nahar, Asst. Professor & Director of BBA Program. Mr. Khairul Alom, Senior Lecturer, SBS and Mr. Abdullah Al Masud, Lecturer, SBS were the Resource Persons of first two sessions of the program. Afterwards, Financial Quiz Competition was held in 3rd Session. From the quiz competition, top 5 students were awarded certificates and famous books of finance as prizes on 28 April 2019 by Prof. Dr. Md. Abu Taher.

Textile Engineer’s Alumni Association of Southeast University (TEAASEU) organized Annual Picnic-2019 on 1 May 2019 at Shilpikunjo Resort, Gazipur. Around 150 Alumni and more than 50 running students participated in the picnic. TEAASEU Presidium Member Mr. Faridul Hasan and International Consultant Mr. Mahbubur Rahman were also present on that daylong occasion.

In that day long Picnic, alumni’s participated in various fun games and a football match. In the evening, there was a colorful cultural event presented by Textile Club and a lucky raffle draw was also held.

During the cultural program, Alumni’s shared their practical service life experiences with all. Textile Engineer’s Alumni Association of Southeast University (TEAASEU) General Secretary Mr. Shaiful Islam Rasel informed all about TEAASEU recent and future activities during his speech. And finally the President of TEAASEU Mr. Saiful Islam Raju delivered his ending speech by thanking all for participating in annual picnic and he confirmed all that TEAASEU will organize Annual Picnic every year.

A team from Southeast Business Innovation Forum (SBIF) of Southeast University won the championship in a competition titled "Nutri-Champs" held on 4 May 2019 at Bengal Multimedia Studio, Tejgaon, Dhaka. The program was organized by USAID. The program was basically a cooking competition, which was organized to promote and influence young people to make healthier and more diversified food choices. "Nutri- Champs" was intended to empower people in cooking and making nutritious foods. The team of Southeast Business Innovation Forum defeated team NSU in the final round. Team SEU received an amount of Tk. 40000 as prize money. The members of champion team from SEU were Mr. Ashik Ferdous Shovon and Ms. Farhana Islam. The Moderator of SBIF Dr. Farhana Ferdousi was present in the competition to encourage and guide the participants among others.

Southeast University Debate Club (SEUDC) has won the first round debate against Prime University at "Nipiron Birodhi National Debate Competition 2019" held on 3 May 2019 at FDC, Dhaka, Bangladesh. The motto of the competition was "সাহসিকা নুসরাত, তুমি-ই যুক্তি তুমি-ই প্রতিবাদ".

The competition was jointly organized by Debate For Democracy and ATN Bangla. The team members of SEUDC were Mr. Azizur Rahman Rohan, Ms. Mahmuda Sarwar Shraboni, Mr. Ashraful Alam Munna, Ms. Anika Mehjabin Souruvi and Mr. Shahidul Islam Shakil.

A Poster presentation session titled "Innovation in Technical Textile" organized by Southeast Textile Club was held on 29 April 2019 at SEU Textile Engineering department, Permanent Campus, Tejgaon, Dhaka. Prof. Syed Fakhrul Hasan, Chairman of Textile Engineering department inaugurated the program. Total 24 students performed in the session and 110 students participated to gain knowledge about modern Textile technology.

Application of Technical Textile, Medical Textile, Geo-textile, Military Textile, Anti-Bug and Fire proofing technology were discussed by the presenters. Later, a discussion session was held where Mr. S. M. Masum Alam, Moderator of Southeast Textile Club delivered the welcome speech and discussed about significance of the program. Prof. Dr. ANM Ahmed Ullah mentioned about Textile quality and emphasized on learning modern technologies. Prof. Syed Fakhrul Hasan presided over the program. Prof. Dr. Syed Atiqur Rahman, Prof. Dr. Arun Kanti Guha and others faculty members of Textile Engineering department were present as guests in the program.

A workshop on “Basic Workplace Professionalism & Etiquettes” was held on 16 April 2019 at SEU Main Building, Banani, Dhaka. The workshop was designed for the BBA students of Southeast Business School who will soon complete their graduation and enter the competitive job market.

Through this workshop, students were enlightened on various aspects of professionalism and etiquettes such as workplace communication skills, dealing with coworkers and clients, personal branding and professional attire. Dr. Rezbin Nahar, Director of BBA Program, Ms. Faieza Chowdhury, Lecturer SBS and Mr. Tawfeeq Hasan, Lecturer and Coordinator of BBA Program were the organizers and resource persons of the workshop.

The Prize giving ceremony of the Quiz Competition on basic concepts of Economics and general knowledge about Liberation War was held on 24 April 2019. Department of Economics, Southeast University organized the Quiz Competition on 4 April 2019 to commemorate the Independence Day of Bangladesh. Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of SEU handed over the prizes to the winners of the competition.

The aim of the competition was to familiarize the students with the basic concepts of economics and to reminisce the struggles and sacrifices of our martyrs to achieve our independence. Prof. Dr. Md. Abu Taher, Pro Vice Chancellor, Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed (Retd), Registrar, Prof. Dr. Md. Abdul Hakim, Director of IQAC, Ms. Madiha Khan, Chairman of Economics Department and faculty members were present in the ceremony.

A seminar on the topic titled “Values and Soft Skills for Pharmaceutical Professional Development” was organized by Southeast Pharmacy Club on 18 April 2019 at the SEU Seminar Hall, Main Building, Banani, Dhaka.

Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of SEU chaired the seminar while Prof. ABM Faroque, Adviser, Department of Pharmacy, Southeast University was present as Chief Guest. Mr. Muin Uddin Mazumdar, Managing Director at Sanofi Bangladesh Limited presented the Keynote Paper on the topic.

Dr. Md. Siddiqual Islam, Chairman, Dept. of Pharmacy delivered the welcome speech. Among others, Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Adviser to BoT and Head of BoT office, Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed (Retd), Registrar, Mr. Wahid Hossain Siddiquey, Chief Coordinator-Cum-Secretary of BoT, Mr. Mohammad Imtiaj, Director of BCPR, faculty members, officials of academic and non-academic departments and students were present in the program.

Ms. Israt Jahan Bulbul, Moderator of Southeast Pharmacy Club conveyed the vote of thanks at the end.

Department of English of Southeast University (SEU) organized a workshop on “Academic Writing” on 11 April 2019 at SEU Campus 4 Hall Room, Banani, Dhaka. Ms. Aliya Shahnoor Ameen, Chairperson (acting), Department of English, delivered the welcome speech. The workshop was inaugurated by Prof. Dr. Md. Abu Taher, Pro Vice Chancellor of SEU.

Ms. Tahmina Ahmed, Professor, Department of English, Dhaka University was the resource person of the workshop. She discussed the features of academic English, the process of literature review, and the methods of narrowing down a research topic. Prof. Dr. Md. Abdul Hakim, Director of IQAC, Dr. Md. Siddiqul Islam, Chairman, Department of Pharmacy, 21 teachers from different colleges of Bangladesh and the faculty members of the English Department, SEU participated in the workshop.

Their active presence and involvement enlivened the workshop. Certificates were distributed among the participants of the workshop at the end of the session.

Mr. Md. Mubassir Ahasan, Assistant Librarian, Library in-charge of Southeast University (SEU) has received "Young Librarian of the Year" award in a program titled "TLT Awards and Fun Night 2019" held on 20 April 2019 at RC Majumder Arts Auditorium, Lecture Theatre, University of Dhaka. Prof. Dr. S.M. Mannan, Department of Information Science & Library Management, DU chaired the program while Prof. Abdullah Abu Sayeed, Founder and Chairman of Bishwa Sahitya Kendra was the Chief Guest.

Mr. Bijoy Basak, BPM, PPM-Bar, Deputy Police Commissioner, CMP and Ms. Kristy Crawford, Program Director of Library Unlimited, British Council attended the program as Special Guests. The award selection committee has chosen Mr. Mubassir for recognizing his accomplishment of an exceptionally high standard of expertise as a young library professional. He took initiatives to upgrade the SEU library systems and services. He has arranged the Library day program and award giving ceremony for the best library users both in faculty category and student category at SEU which has encouraged the library users.

SEU Women's Cricket Team has won the Runner-up Trophy in the Bangabandhu Inter University Sports Champs 2019 held on 15 April 2019 at Daffodil International University. The event was organized by Ministry of Youth and Sports and Polar Ice-cream sponsored it. Students of both public and private universities took part in the event with huge enthusiasm bearing the slogan “With the ideals of Bangabandhu, let’s build a drug-free Bangladesh”.

Department of Architecture of Southeast University (SEU) organized lecture programs titled “Behind Stories of Two Projects” and “Sharing Stories” held on 14 March and 4 April 2019 at SEU Permanent Campus, Tejgaon, Dhaka. The lectures were given by Prof. Dr. M. Zakiul Islam, Department of Architecture Bangladesh University of Engineering & Technology (BUET) and Mr. Ar. Jalal Ahmed, President (Elect) of the Institute of Architects Bangladesh and the Vice-President, Asia of the Commonwealth Association of Architects (CAA).

Both the lecture programs were conducted successfully with the participation of the faculties and students of Architecture Department. The programs were successfully concluded by handing over a crest to the guests by Prof. Meer Mobashsher Ali, Chairman, Dept of Architecture, Southeast University.

Southeast University (SEU) organized a program for celebrating Bangla Noboborsho 1426 (Pohela Boishakh) on 16 April 2019 at SEU Seminar Hall, Banani, Dhaka.

Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of SEU chaired the inaugural session while Poet Habibullah Sirajee, Director General of Bangla Academy was present as the Chief Guest. Mr. Salauddin Lavlu, eminent actor was present as the Special Guest.

Prof. Syed Fakhrul Hassan, Covener of the event & Chairman of Textile Engineering Department delivered the welcome speech.

Among others Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Representative Member of BoT, SEUT, Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Adviser of BoT, Prof. Dr. Md. Abu Taher, Pro Vice Chancellor, Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed (Retd), Registrar, Chairmen, Directors, Faculty Members, Officials and Students attended the program.

Different types of stalls including Panta-Ilish, Pitha-Puli were displayed by various clubs as a part of celebration. Later a cultural event was organized by cultural club where students of SEU performed.

DCCI Business Institute (DBI) in association with Southeast Business School (SBS) organized a seminar on “Career Opportunities in Supply Chain Management” on 15 April 2019 at SEU Seminar Hall, Main Building, Banani, Dhaka. Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of SEU chaired the program while Mr. Shankar Kumar Roy, Advisor of Crown Cement Group presented the Keynote Paper. Prof. Dr. Md. Abu Taher, Pro Vice Chancellor delivered the Welcome Speech.

Mr. Md. Joynal Abedin, Acting Secretary, DCCI & Executive Director, DBI and Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Adviser to BoT & Head of BoT Office, SEUT also addressed in the seminar. Among others, Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed (Retd), Registrar, chairmen, directors, faculty members and students were present in the seminar.

Careershub Bangladesh in association with Department of Career & Professional Development Services (CPDS) organized a workshop on “Advanced Skill Development” on 11 April 2019 at SEU Seminar Hall, Main Building, Banani, Dhaka. The topics discussed in the workshop include Advanced Digital Marketing, Advanced Graphic Design and Web Development.

Mr. Md. Sirajam Monir, Head of Graphic Design, Careershub Bangladesh talked about different dimensions of graphics design and how it really makes an impact on current market and in our life as well. Mr. Md. Jubayed Uddin, Head of Digital Marketing & Business Exploration focused on basic & key aspects of Digital Marketing in Local & Global Market.

Mr. Md. Maher Hossain, Senior Web Developer, spoke to the students about the importance of Web Designing and the path it offers to enrich their career. About 150 students of SEU attended the workshop. Among others, Mr. Md. Jamal Uddin, Director of CPDS present in the workshop.

A workshop on public speaking took place on 28 March, 2019 at Southeast University Permanent Campus, Tejgaon, Dhaka. The program was conducted by Mr. Md. Jamal Uddin, Director of CPDS, SEU. The workshop was organized by CPDS in association with EEE club and Textile club.

The workshop was mainly focused on enhancing public speaking ability. 80 students participated in it. The workshop ended with distribution of certificates among the students.

The students of Industrial Relations Course (MGT 4117) of Southeast Business School (SBS) organized an industrial tour on 6 April 2019 at Pentagon Knit Com Ltd. Tongi, Gazipur. The tour was a delightful opportunity for the participants who were interested to observe the implementation of labor laws in a factory environment.

The team of students was led by Dr. Nargis Akhter, Professor, Southeast Business School and Ms. Syeda Khadiza Akter, Lecturer of SBS. Mr. Md. Aminul Rashid, Manager (HR & Admin) and Mr. Md. Sayedur Rahman, Manager (Fire Safety and Security) of Pentagon Knit greeted the team and gave initial briefing about the organization and its compliance with labor laws and regulations. Later, the students were divided into two groups and took interview of the HR manager and workers regarding different health, safety, welfare and other measures taken by Pentagon Knit Com Ltd. Since Pentagon is a compliance factory, the students observed the proper application of legal provisions regarding health, hygiene, safety, welfare etc. A total of 19 students from the Industrial Relations course participated in the tour.

Department of Career and Professional Development Services (CPDS), in association with Kangaroo Education Foundation hosted a daylong workshop on "Higher Studies in Abroad & IELTS Preparations" on 9 April 2019 at SEU Seminar Hall, Banani, Dhaka. This event has created an opportunity for SEU students to gain higher education in global field. Dr. Rezbin Nahar, Director of BBA Program delivered a short speech and thanked Kangaroo Education Foundation and CPDS for organizing the workshop.

Mr. Rajeeb Hussain, Head of Operations of Kangaroo Education Foundation talked about the procedure as well as what kind of difficulties students can face and how to overcome those problems for IELTS preparation and which universities to be chosen for higher studies. The Foundation also shared the importance of IELTS, scholarship programs, visa procedures and living expenses in abroad. Mr. Syed Shoeb Ahmed, Project Coordinator & Senior Consultant of Kangaroo Education Foundation and Mr. Md. Farukuzzaman, Assistant Director of CPDS were present among others.

To observe the “World Health Day 2019” under the slogan “Health is a human right; it’s time for health for all”, Southeast Pharmacy Club organized a colorful rally followed by a seminar on 7 April 2019 at SEU premises, Banani, Dhaka.

Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of SEU chaired the seminar while Mr. Ahmed Kamrul Alam, Director, Marketing, Square Pharmaceutical Ltd. was the Chief Guest. Prof. ABM Faroque, Adviser, Department of Pharmacy, Southeast University was present as Special Guest. Ms. Israt Jahan Bulbul, Moderator of Southeast Pharmacy Club delivered the welcome speech.

Among others, Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Representative of BoT, SEUT, Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Adviser to BoT and Head of BoT office, Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed (Retd), Registrar, Dr. Md. Siddiqual Islam, Chairman, Dept. of Pharmacy, Mr. Mohammad Imtiaj, Director of BCPR, faculty members, Officials of academic and non-academic departments and students were present in the program.

A workshop on IELTS was organized for SEU students by BEE Global Consultancy in association with the Department of Career & Professional Development Services (CPDS) on 4 April 2019 at SEU Seminar Hall, Banani, Dhaka. The BEE team made a great initiative in approaching the students with a detail discussion on IELTS so that the participants can overcome their fear & core purpose of IELTS program. Ms. Nusrat Jahan, Chairperson of BEE Global Consultancy discussed to make students aware of the necessity of IELTS, the process of applying for international education of their own, and also to safeguard themselves from various malicious activities that take place in the name of consultancy.

Mr. Khan Md. Pavel Hossain, Managing Director of BEE Global Consultancy & IELTS Instructor, discussed the process of IELTS along with the merits that an international degree can bring for a student and countries that may allow permanent residencies or job facilities. Later, Mr. Forhad Hossain, Senior Officer of CPDS, put a closing remark on behalf of the office.

Southeast University (SEU) Mooters won the championship in the 1st Network for International Law Students (NILS)-Liberation War Museum (LWM) International Law Fest held from 4 to 6 April 2019 at Liberation War Museum, Dhaka. The inaugural ceremony of the Fest took place in Liberation War Museum Auditorium and it was conducted by Mr. Mofidul Hoque, Trustee, Liberation War Museum. The participating team from SEU consists of Ms. Luthfunnahar Shancyi and Mr. Tashib Hasan as Mooters, Mr. Hasan Mahmud Ayon as Researcher and Coached by Ms. Sadia Siraj.

Among 15 participants of Student Conference on “Genocide and Justice”, Mr. Ashraf Uddin Ahmed presented his paper on "International Crimes Tribunal Bangladesh: Aftermaths and Challenges of Domestic Tribunal". Ms. Susmita Sarmin and Mr. Shanto Datta participated in Quiz Contest.

The chief guest of the closing ceremony was Mr. Obaidul Hassan, Honorable Justice, Supreme Court of Bangladesh. SEU team proceeded to Final by defeating Jahangirnagar University in Semi-Final and emerged as the champion by beating East West University in Final. Ms. Luthfunnahar Shancyi from Southeast University bagged the Best Advocate award for her excellent performance. A number of 34 public and private universities participated in the Fest as participants and observer throughout the country.

Southeast Language and Literature Club organized "Intra University Bangla Poetry Recitation & Creative Writing Competition" on 4 April 2019 at SEU Seminar Hall, Banani, Dhaka. The competition was comprised of three major portions; creative writing competition, poetry recitation competition and prize giving ceremony. There were seven winners from two categories; three winners from creative writing and four from poetry recitation selected by the esteemed Judges.

Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of Southeast University, chaired the prize-giving ceremony. He gave an inspirational speech for the betterment of the club and expressed his benevolent pleasure for arranging such kind of encouraging event for the students. Thereafter he awarded the winners with certificates of achievement and prizes. Prof. Dr. Md. Abu Taher, Pro Vice Chancellor, Maj. Gen. Kazi Fakhurddin Ahmed (Retd.), Registrar, Prof. Dr. Md. Abdul Hakim, Director of IQAC, Prof. Syed Fakhrul Hasan, Chairman of Textile Engineering Department, Dr. Rakibul Hassan, Chairman, Department of Bangla, Mr. Mohammad Imtiaj, Director of BCPR and Dr. Md. Masud Shams Aldin, Moderator of Language and Literature Club were present in the prize given ceremony.

Department of English of Southeast University (SEU) celebrated “Shakespeare Day” on April 4, 2019 at Seminar Hall, SEU Campus No. 4, Banani, Dhaka. Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Representative Member, BoT, SEUT and Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor, SEU, graced the program with their kind presence. Among other esteemed guests, Prof. Dr. Md. Abdul Hakim, Director, IQAC, Dr. Kazi Tanvir Mahmud, Assistant Professor, Dept. of Economics, Dr. Mohammad Faruque, Chairman, Department of Islamic Studies, and the faculty members of the Department of English were present in the program.

Ms. Aliya Shahnoor Ameen, Chairperson (acting), Department of English, delivered the welcome address. Then, the students presented a slide show illustrating the life and works of William Shakespeare. After that, the students of the Department superbly staged Macbeth, one of Shakespeare’s remarkable tragedies. Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of SEU, congratulated the students for their commendable effort. Prof. Dr. Md. Abdul Hakim, Director, IQAC, also addressed in the program. Students opined that, staging this drama would be a memorable event for them and such co-curricular activity can break the monotony of regular studies and instill passion for literature among the students.

A three days long workshop on Microcontroller organized by EEE Club was held on 18, 23 and 27 march 2019 at SEU Permanent Campus, Tejgaon, Dhaka. The workshop started with an introductory speech from Prof. Dr. Engr. Muhibul Haque Bhuyan, Chairman of EEE Department and Engr. Abdullah Al Mahfazur Rahman, Moderator and co-coordinator of EEE club.

Mr. Azwad Tamir, Lecturer of EEE Department, Mr. S.M Koushik Farhad, Ex-Technical Secretary, EEE club & Mr. Md. Abu Momen Kadria, Lab Assistant of EEE Department conducted the classes. The workshop covered the basic Arduino working idea and techniques for acquiring innovative projects. The program was ended with a project fair.

Southeast University (SEU) organized a Discussion Program on "Bangabandhu & Bangladesh" to celebrate 99th Birth Anniversary of Father of the Nation Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman and Independence Day 2019 on 31 March at University Seminar Hall.



Mr. Md. Nurul Islam Sujan, MP, Hon’ble Minister, Ministry of Railways, Government of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh 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. Mohammad Nurul Huda, Ekushey Padak and Bangla Academy Award winner poet was the Chief Discussant.



Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Representative Member of Board of Trustees (BoT) delivered speech as the Guest of Honor on behalf of Mr. Md. Rezaul Karim, Chairman, BoT of SEUT. Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Adviser of BoT & Prof. Dr. M A Hakim, Director of IQAC also addressed in the program.



At the event Members of BoT, Pro Vice Chancellor, Registrar, Chairs, faculty members and officials along with a large number of students were present. Later a cultural event was organized where artists of the Southeast University Cultural Club performed.

Students of Southeast Textile Club of Textile Engineering Department of Southeast University (SEU) participated in the Debate Competition titled as Textile Fest 2019 on 22 and 23 March. The fest was organized by Department of Textile Engineering of Khulna University of Engineering and Technology (KUET) where 16 teams including different Public and private universities participated.

Southeast Textile Club defeated two teams and they reached at the Semi-final. Ms. Farhana Momotaz Chairman, Department of Textile Engineering, KUET presided over the program while Mr. M A Islam Riyadh, Editor of Textile Focus, Mr. Mamun Ur Rashid owner of Textile Focus and Mr. Sheik Mahid Uz Jaman, Managing Director of IFIC Bank, Khulna were present as guests.

Southeast Business School (SBS) organized "SBS Family Picnic 2019" on 20 March 2019 at Mohammadi Garden, Mohishashi Bazar, Dhamrai, Dhaka. Students and faculty members of SBS participated in the picnic.



Prof. Dr. Abu Taher, Pro Vice Chancellor of SEU & Dean of SBS attended the picnic to inspire the students. Both female and male students participated in various sports and games competitions.



Later, a cultural program was held followed by a band show. Lastly, raffle draw and prize giving ceremony took place.



The picnic provided a good chance for the students to escape from their routine life and freshen up their minds.

Institute of Research & Training (IRT) in collaboration with Dept. of English, SEU organized a research paper presentation session in the name of "Research Adda"on 21March 2019 at English Department, Banani, Dhaka. The program started with the welcome speech by Dr. Syed Abdulla Al Mamun, Director of IRT. Dr. Muhammad Tofazzel Hossain, Assistant Professor, Dept. of English presented his research work on “Implementation of the CLT syllabus in Secondary Schools in Dhaka, Bangladesh: A study of EFL Teachers, Classroom Practices, Knowledge, and Skills”.

Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Adviser, BoT, & Head of BoT Office, Ms. Aliya Shahnoor Ameen, Chairman, Dept. of English, Dr. Farhana Ferdousi, Asst. Professor, SBS, Dr. AKM Moyeenul Huq, Asst. Professor, Dept. of Pharmacy and Dr. Kazi Tanvir Mahmud, Asst. Professor, Dept. of Economics were present in the program. Faculty members and senior students of department of English were also present.

A workshop on Graphic Design organized by the Creative IT Institute in association with the Department of Career and Professional Development Services (CPDS) was held on 21 March 2019 at the SEU Seminar Hall, Banani, Dhaka. During the workshop, Mr. Md. Nazib Rafi, Head of Business at Creative IT, discussed the prospect of a career in freelancing.



Hence, Mr. Md. Shahidur Rahman, Head of Graphic Design at Creative IT, gave a brief overview of different tools of Graphic Design and online market place. A number of 130 SEU students were given participation certificate at the end of the seminar and 60 participants were selected for two-day long 'Basic Course on Graphic Design' through an assessment.

Department of Economics of Southeast University (SEU) organized a seminar on "Graduation from LDC: Opportunities and Challenges" on 21 March 2019 at SEU Seminar Hall, Main Building, Banani, Dhaka. Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of SEU chaired the program while Dr. Nazneen Ahmed, Senior Research Fellow, Bangladesh Institute of Development Studies (BIDS) was the main speaker.



Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Representative of BoT, SEUT also addressed in the seminar. Among others, Pro Vice Chancellor, Registrar, Chairmen, Directors, faculty members, officials and students of SEU were present in the program. Later, a prize distribution ceremony of National Essay Competition was held.

Department of Career & Professional Development Services (CPDS) of Southeast University organized a day-long workshop on “Advanced Microsoft Word” on 14 March 2019 at the BBA Computer Lab, Main Building, Banani, Dhaka.



Mr. Md. Anowar Hossain Fakir, Trainer & Lead Consultant at Training Bangla was the trainer of the workshop. SEU students from different departments participated in the workshop. From the workshop, the participants learned the tips, guidance to prepare a report, thesis writing and techniques & tools of Advanced Microsoft Word which is necessary for every individual in their educational and professional life. Participants were provided certificates at the end of the training.

Department of Career & Professional Development Services (CPDS) of Southeast University (SEU) in association with the Rotary Club Banani Model Town, Dhaka organized a seminar on “Overseas Education & Career Development Opportunity in Sweden” on 19 March 2019 at SEU Seminar Hall, Main Campus, Banani, Dhaka.



Prof. Dr. Abul Mandal, Department of Molecular Biology, University of Skövde, Sweden was the keynote speaker of the seminar. He discussed the issues related to admission, tuition fees, scholarship, accommodation, and job opportunities in European countries, mostly in Sweden. Mr. Sunil Naik SPHR, Director of India and South Asia at DHL Global Forwarding discussed the issues related to Career Development.



Mr. Mahbubur Rahman, Head of HR, DHL, Rtn. Nazat Chowdhury PHF, President, Rotary Club Banani Model Town, Rtn. Masud Parvez PHF, Past President, Rotary Club Banani Model Town, and Mr. Md. Jamal Uddin, Director of CPDS, Southeast University were present in the seminar. Students from different departments of SEU attended the seminar.

Dr Al-Sakib Khan Pathan, Associate Professor of CSE Department, Southeast University visited India from February 8 to 13, 2019 to deliver three talks. The first talk was given at Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology (KIIT), Bhubaneswar, Odisha in the 5th International Conference on Mathematics & Computing (ICMC 2019) and the topic was “Are We Aware of Simple Yet Deceiving Cyber Attacks?”.



The second and third talks were given at Maulana Abul Kalam Azad University of Technology (MAKAUT), Nadia, West Bengal where the faculty members and Post-Graduate students attended alongside other invited researchers from UK, China, and India. Among the participants, prominent cryptographer Prof. Bimal Kumar Roy was also present, who is currently leading the R C Bose Centre for Cryptology and Security, Indian Statistical Institute (ISI). The workshops in MAKAUT were sponsored jointly by MAKAUT and Islamic University of Science & Technology, Jammu & Kashmir, India.

A program titled “BPO Career session and Recruitment 2019” organized by Kormo Bangladesh in association with Southeast Business Innovation Forum (SBIF) was held on 13 March 2019 at SEU seminar hall, Banani, Dhaka.



Augmedix Bangladesh conducted the session of BPO to let students know about the details information regarding the topic. They also encouraged the final year students of SEU to build their carrier in BPO sectors. Another session was taken by Digital Hub BD ltd. After the session Kormo Bangladesh conducted an on-campus recruitment through viva-voce. 44 candidates attended the interview session which was handled by two companies named My Outsourcing Bd and Supertel.



Dr. Rezbin Nahar, Director of BBA Program, Mr. Md. Jamal Uddin, Director of CPDS, Dr. Farhana Ferdousi, Moderator of SBIF and Mr. Mohammed Azhar Hossain, Assistant Moderator of SBIF were present in the program. A token of appreciation was presented by Kormo to Southeast Business Innovation Forum which was received by the Moderator of SBIF and Director of BBA Program.

To encourage the young students in debating, the 2nd SEUDC debater hunt campaign started on 12 March 2019. Ms. Madiha Khan, Chairperson of the Economics Department inaugurated the ceremony.



Mr. Kazi Parvez Jibon, Lecturer, Department of Law and Justice and Assistant Moderator of the Club, Mr. Ashraful Alam Munna, President of the Club and other members of the Executive Committee attended the program. They made various advice and directional comments to encourage the debaters.



After the inaugural session, a workshop was organized on public speaking, presentation, pronunciation, speech, etc. for the debaters. The campaign will continue up to March 19.

The 14th Syndicate Meeting of Southeast University (SEU) was held in the Conference Room at its Banani Campus on 6 March 2019. Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Hon’ble Vice Chancellor of SEU chaired the meeting while Mr. Alhaj M. Tajul Islam, Hon’ble Vice Chairman of Board of Trustees, SEU Trust, Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Hon’ble Representative Member of Board of Trustees, SEU Trust, Dr. Md. Mahmud-Ul-Haque, Additional Secretary (Development), Ministry of Education, Prof. Dr. Muhammad Ziaulhaq Mamun, IBA, DU, Dr. Engr. Muhibul Haque Bhuyan, Treasurer of SEU, Prof. Syed Fakhrul Hassan, Chairman of Textile Engineering Department and Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed (Retd), Registrar of SEU, attended the meeting. Among others, Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Adviser to BoT & Head of BoT Office, Mr. Mofazzal Hossain, Controller of Examinations, Mr. Mohammad Tarik Al Jalil, Deputy Secretary of BoT, SEUT, Major Asifur Rahman Mahi (Retd), Deputy Registrar (HR) and Mr. Md. Mizanur Rahman, Assistant Director of Finance were also present in the meeting.

Southeast University (SEU) organized the “Literature Award Giving Ceremony 2018” on 9 March 2019 in the National Art gallery Auditorium, Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy at Segun Bagicha Road, Dhaka 1000.



Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of Southeast University chaired the ceremony while Mr. M. A. Manan, MP, Hon’ble Minister, Ministry of Planning, Govt. of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh graced the occasion as the Chief Guest. Mr. K M Khalid, MP, Hon’ble State Minister, Ministry of Cultural Affairs, Govt. of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh was present as the Special Guest and Mr. Md. Rezaul Karim, Chairman, Board of Trustees, Southeast University Trust was present as the Guest of Honor.



Eminent Educationist National Professor Dr. Anisuzzaman, Bangabandhu Professor Shamsuzzaman Khan, Former Director General of Bangla Academy and Mr. Habibullah Shirajee, DG of Bangla Academy were also present.



Eminent Novelist Selina Hossain and Distinguished Essayist Abul Momen received the Southeast University Literature Award 2018. Professor Abdullah Abu Sayeed, founder and chairman of Bishwa Sahitya Kendra and Emeritus Professor Dr. Serajul Islam Choudhury were awarded lifetime achievement gold medal at the event. Later a cultural event was organized where artists of the Southeast University Cultural Club performed.



Ekushey Award Laureate Poet Mohammad Nurul Huda, nationally renowned literateurs, Members of BoT of SEU Trust, Registrar, Director IQAC, Department Chairs, Directors and faculty members of Southeast University attended the program.

A Team from Southeast University (SEU) participated in the 4th Prof. N.R. Madhava Menon SAARCLAW Mooting Competition, Law Students’ Conference & Colloquium 2018-2019 held from 15 to 18 February 2019 at Lloyd Law College, Greater Noida, India. The event was organized jointly by Lloyd Law College, Menon Institute of Legal Advocacy Training (MILAT) and SAARCLAW. This competition and the students conference are conducted annually and primarily aim to promote quality legal education and facilitate academic exchange in the South Asian Region. The theme of the Law Students’ Conference was “Law and Morality: SAARC Perspective”.



The activities held during the event include paper presentation in the Law Students’ Conference, Moot Court, South Asian Colloquium on comparative constitution and educational trip to the Taj Mahal, one of the Seven Wonders of the World. SEU student Mr. Md. Arshadur Rahman and Mr. Md. Tashib Hasan presented their papers entitled ‘Realizing Sustainable Development through Legal Morality: SAARC Perspective’ and ‘Acceleration of Sexual Crimes in SAARC region: Encountering through Legal Morality’ respectively while Ms. Rahma Rajmee Lais and Ms. Nusrat Jahan Chowdhury participated in Moot Court Competition.



Twenty two universities from different SAARC countries including Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Maldip, Nepal and Sri Lanka took part in the event. Southeast University Team received certificates and two research papers were selected for publishing in the Journal of Llyod Law College. The team was mentored and coached by Mr. Md. Ayub Ali, Asst. Professor, Dept. of Law & Justice.

A team of student from Southeast University (SEU) participated at the 12th South-Asian Universities Youth Festival (12th SAUFEST) held from 22 to 26 February 2019 at Pandit Ravishankar Shukla University, Raipur, Chhatisgarh, India. Association of Indian Universities (AIU) organized the Festival. The concept of organizing SAUFEST is to make active collaboration and mutual assistance among the South-Asian countries in Educational, Social, Cultural and Economic field. The key objective of the fest is ‘Connect, Compete, and Celebrate’ and is to strengthen the unity and harmony among the participating countries.



The activities held during the fest include- Poster Making, Light Vocal, Mime, Folk Orchestra, Folk Dance (Group), Elocution, Debate, Clay Modeling, Classical Dance, and seminars. During the fest, SEU student Mr. Md. Shakahoat Hossain and Ms. Sabrina Islam Ani performed Folk Dance, and Ms. Labonya Biswas sang a Song. Mr. Mohammad Ashraful Alam Munna and Mr. Azizur Rahman Rohan participated in Debate and Elocution competition.



About 600 student delegates participated in the festival from the countries including Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Myanmar, Mauritius, Nepal, and Sri Lanka. Southeast University Team received certificates and memento for being part of 12th SAUFEST.

Department of Career & Professional Development Services (CPDS) of Southeast University (SEU) arranged an On-Campus Recruitment program on 27 February 2019 at SEU Conference Room, Main Building, Banani, Dhaka. The recruitment interview was conducted by Cloudexis Technologies Ltd. a concern of Iso Tech Group.

Mr. Mahmudul Hassan, General Manager & Head of HR, Iso Tech Group, Mr. Muhammad Shafayet Hussain, Deputy General Manager, HR, Iso Tech Group, Mr. Imran Hossain, Assistant General Manager-Operation, Cloudexis Technologies Ltd, & Ms. Jessy Indira Biswas, Manager, HR, Iso Tech Group conducted the interview of 16 SEU students. A total of 9 candidates were selected for 7 days long training. After completion of the training session, they will be qualified as Customer Service Agent for the company.

A quiz contest titled "Knowledge Test To Discover Best ( K Test To D Best)-2019" & prize giving ceremony organized by SEU Textile Club was held on 26 & 27 February 2019 at the SEU Permanent Campus Tejgaon, Dhaka. About 206 students participated on this quiz contest on Senior & Junior categories. On the first day top 10 contestants were selected from senior category & 12 students from junior category on the basis of written quiz exam and then top six contestants were selected by the judge panel after open discussion and viva from each category. On the second Day top three students were decided by the judge panel from two categories according to their presentation skill on recent developments in textile sector.



Certificates were distributed to the top 10 students of Senior category & 12 students of Junior category. Top 6 from each category were awarded with Medal & top 3 students from each category were awarded with Crest. Prof. Syed Fakhrul Hasan, Chairman of Textile Engineering Department chaired the program. All the students of Department of Textile Engineering, faculty members, Coordinators were present in the program.

Southeast Movie & Drama Club organized a workshop on “Performing Art” on 27 February 2019 at the SEU Seminar Hall, Main Building, Banani, Dhaka. 80 students from different departments of Southeast University participated in the workshop.



Mr. Mohammad Imtiaj, Director of BCPR, Ms. Rumana Rashid Ishita, Television Actress, Director & Writer, Mr. A G Biddan, Actor, Director and Senior Program Producer, Joyjatra Television, Mr. Md. Ashraful Islam, Short Film Maker and Mr. Pavel Sarker, Director, Nobonattya Kishore Theatre and President of SEU Nature & Environment Club were the Resource Persons of the workshop. They discussed about television and theatre performance, acting, presentation, direction and producing etc. Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of SEU and Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed (Retd), Registrar graced the workshop by their short presence. Mr. Md. Jamal Uddin, Director of CPDS and Ms. Mayeesha Fairuz Rahman, Assistant Moderator, Southeast Movie & Drama Club were also present in the program.

Branding, Communication and Public Relations (BCPR) Department of Southeast University (SEU) organized a workshop on “Graphic Design” on 26 February 2019 at the SEU Seminar Hall, Main Building, Banani, Dhaka. Selected 50 students from different departments of Southeast University participated in the workshop.



The first hour of the workshop was conducted by Mr. Md. Sharif Uddin Khan, Graphic Designer of BCPR Department. He described the basic tools of Adobe Photoshop software and their importance and uses in graphic design work. He also showed how to make passport and stamp size photo and how to edit pictures. Mr. Saiful Islam, Graphic Designer, Department of BCPR conducted the second hour and described the basic tools of Adobe Illustrator software. He showed students how to make and design business cards and logo in simple way. Later, certificates were awarded to the successful participants. Mr. Mohammad Imtiaj, Director of BCPR and officials of the department were present in the workshop.

The 3rd Bangladesh Qualifying Round of Philip C. Jessup International Law Moot Court Competition-2019 organized by AsianSIL, Bangladesh in association with ILSA, IUB and City Group held from 21 to 23February 2019 in Dhaka. Among 31 public and private universities, Southeast University clinched the 5th position and won Quarter Finalist Award.



One of the Mooters Ms. Luthfunnahar Shancyi of SEU team was adjudged and placed in ‘Top Ten Best Mooters’ among the 48 mooters of various universities. A total of 31 public and private universities of Bangladesh took part in the competition as participants and observers. The SEU Team members were Ms. Luthfunnahar Shancyi, Mr. Hasan Mahmud Ayon and Mr. Ashraf Uddin Ahmed, students of LLB (Hons.) program. The team was mentored and coached by Ms. Sadia Siraj and Mr. Md. Ayub Ali, Asst. Professors, Dept. of Law & Justice.

Department of Economics of Southeast University (SEU) organized a picnic on 20 February 2019 at Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujib Safari Park, Gazipur. The faculty members and students from Economics Department participated in the picnic. Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of SEU was also present to inspire the students.



The Safari Park which is renowned for its diverse wildlife and greenery offered day long activities for the students as well as an opportunity to reconnect with nature. The picnic provided a good chance for the students to escape from their routine life and freshen up their minds.

Southeast Business Innovation Forum (SBIF) organized a day long workshop titled “Reshape-Enhancing Your Skills” on 24 February 2019 at SEU Seminar Hall, Main Building, Banani, Dhaka.



The workshop was based on several topics, (i.e. Leadership, Business Etiquette, Public speaking and presentation, Business case solving and Power of extra-curricular activities).



Mr. Md. Jamal Uddin Jamy, Director of CPDS, Mr. Tawfeeq Hasan, Coordinator and Lecturer of SBS, Ms. Faieza Chowdhury, Lecturer of SBS and Mr. Forhad Hossain, Senior Officer of CPDS conducted particular sessions. They guided the members of SBIF about developing their soft skills and become engaged in co-curriculum and extra curriculum activities. Dr. Farhana Ferdousi, Moderator of SBIF also attended and guided the whole program effectively.

30th Academic Council Meeting of Southeast University (SEU) was held on 24 February 2019 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, External member Prof. Dr. M. Kaykobad from BUET and all other members of the Academic Council attended the meeting.

Department of Computer Science and Engineering, in association with Computer Club of Southeast University (SEU) organized a seminar titled “Skill Development of IT Engineers Targeting Japanese Market” on 20 February 2019 at SEU Seminar Hall, Main Building, Banani, Dhaka.



The faculty members and selected students from CSE Department of Southeast University participated in it. The workshop was conducted by keynote speaker Mr. Shahriar Manzoor, Chairman, Department of CSE, SEU and Mr. Yukinobu Miyamoto, Associate Professor, Kobe Institute of Computing. They introduced ITEE and B-JET program that is hosted by JICA. Mr. Hiroki Watanabe from JICA Expert Team and CEO, Ekmattra Entrepreneurs accompanied Mr. Miyamoto Sensei.

সাউথইস্ট বিশ্ববিদ্যালয় প্রতি বছরের মতো এবারও ভাষা শহীদদের স্মরণে ২১ শে ফেব্রুয়ারি মহান শহিদ দিবস ও আন্তর্জাতিক মাতৃভাষা দিবস উপলক্ষ্যে বিভিন্ন অনুষ্ঠানের মাধ্যমে দিনটি উদযাপন করে।



সকালে প্রভাতফেরী শেষে বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়টির শহীদ মিনারে পুষ্পস্তবক অর্পণ করেন বোর্ড অব ট্রাস্টিজের সদস্য এম. কামালউদ্দিন চৌধুরী, উপাচার্য অধ্যাপক ড. এএনএম মেশকাত উদ্দীন, উপ-উপাচার্য অধ্যাপক ড. মো: আবু তাহের, রেজিস্ট্রার মেজর জেনারেল (অব.) কাজী ফকরুদ্দীন আহমেদ, টেক্সটাইল ইঞ্জিনিয়ারিং বিভাগের চেয়ারম্যান অধ্যাপক সৈয়দ ফখরুল হাসান, বিভিন্ন বিভাগের চেয়ারম্যান, শিক্ষক-শিক্ষার্থী, বিভিন্ন ক্লাবের প্রতিনিধি, প্রাক্তন শিক্ষার্থী এবং কর্মকর্তা-কর্মচারীরা।





এরপর বিশ্ববিদ্যালয় মিলনায়তনে উপাচার্যের সভাপতিত্বে হয় আলোচনা সভা ও সাংস্কৃতিক অনুষ্ঠান। এতে প্রধান অতিথি ছিলেন ভাষা সৈনিক, বিশিষ্ট পরমাণু বিজ্ঞানী ড. জসীম উদ্দিন আহমেদ। অনুষ্ঠানের শেষাংশে শহীদদের স্মরণে দোয়া ও মোনাজাত করা হয়।

Department of Career and Professional Development Services (CPDS) of Southeast University and Daraz Bangladesh jointly organized a knowledge dissemination session on E-commerce on 19 February 2019 at SEU Seminar Hall, Banani, Dhaka. Mr. Syed Mostahidal Hoq, Managing Director of Daraz Bangladesh was the Chief Guest of the opening session and Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice-Chancellor of SEU presided over the program.



Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed (Retd), Registrar of SEU, Kazi Mohammad Jafar Sadek, Chief Human Resource Officer of Daraz Bangladesh, Mr. Yaseer Ahsan, Head of Business Development of Daraz Bangladesh graced the ceremony with their presence. Mr. Mohammad Imtiaj, Director of BCPR & Mr. Md. Jamal Uddin, Director of CPDS were also present in the opening session. The session speakers from Daraz Bangladesh were Mr. Ehtasham Hossain Eram, Head of Cross Border, Mr. Enamul Hasan, Social Media Manager, Mr. Rifatul Maksud, BI Team Lead and Mr. Khadija Islam Rifat, Head of Strategy & Planning. They discussed respectively on Online Business, Supply Chain, Digital Marketing and Impact of Data.

Southeast Business Innovation Forum (SBIF) conducted a two-day long recruitment session titled "Recruitment-19.1" on 5 and 6 February 2019. A total of 157 students registered to be a member of the forum and attended in viva-voce session. Among them 71 applicants were selected and got membership form to become a part of SBIF family. SBIF EC members conducted the selection process. Hence, Mr. Forhad Hossain, Senior Officer of CPDS visited the course of action.



To welcome the newly recruited members and create an interactive relationship between the existing and new members, SBIF organized a program – ‘Interaction and Reception’ on 11 February at SEU Seminar Hall, Main Building, Banani. In the program they were guided about the regulations and policies of the Forum. SBIF also gave a farewell to the former Executive Committee (EC) members with a token of appreciation.



During the ‘Interaction and Reception’ Dr. Rezbin Nahar, Director of BBA Program, Mr. Md. Jamal Uddin, Deputy Director of CPDS and Mr. Tawfeeq Hasan, BBA Program Coordinator graced the program with their kind presence. The program was guided by Dr. Farhana Ferdousi, Moderator of SBIF and Mr. Mohammad Azhar Hossain- Assistant Moderator of SBIF.

Ms. Moukuri Mohim, Ms. Umme Sayadea Eva, Ms. Anija Kabir and Mr. Mahmudul Hasan, 4th year students of Architecture Department of Southeast University (SEU) has presented research paper in the International Conference on "Engineering Research Innovation and Education 2019 (ICERIE 2019)" held from 25 to 27 January 2019 at Shahjalal University of Science and Technology (SUST). The research paper was an outcome of joint collaboration of Design Studio teacher Mr.

Tawfique Rahman and students. The title of their research paper was “Multiplicity in a Metropolis: Creating urban spaces in Dhaka City”. The paper was based on their research project in the Design Studio. In this conference many eminent scholars from all over the country came to present their papers and share their views.

The Dept. of Career & Professional Development Services (CPDS) organized a seminar on ‘Higher Studies Opportunities in Abroad’ on 12 February 2019 at SEU Seminar Hall, Main Campus, Banani.



Mr. Anand Pandey, Regional Marketing Manager for South Asia of Catholic University of Murcia (UCAM) spoke about UCAM and scholarship opportunities in Spain. Mr. Khaled Hammad, Business Development Director of New Era Institute (NEI) Australia explained the importance of professional training after education. Students from different departments of SEU attended the seminar.

Southeast University (SEU) and The Catholic University of Murcia, Spain signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on 12 February 2019 at SEU Conference Room, Banani in order to establish a relationship regarding academic and research activities between two universities on the basis of friendship, equality, and mutual help. Selected faculty members from one Institution, as mutually agreed upon, may visit the other Institution to exchange views with teachers and students; to give a series of lectures or to take part in seminars/symposiums.

Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Representative Member of BoT, SEUT, Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor, Prof. Dr. Md. Abu Taher, Pro Vice Chancellor, Maj. Gen. Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed (Retd.), Registrar, Prof. Dr. Md. Abdul Hakim, Director, IQAC, Mr. Mohammad Imtiaj, Director, BCPR, Mr. Mohammad Tarik Al Jalil, Deputy Secretary, BoT, SEUT, Mr. Md. Jamal Uddin, Deputy Director, CPDS and Ms. Deepti Sarkar, Assistant Director, Department of Admission & Promotion were present on behalf of Southeast University and Mr. Anand Pandey, Regional Marketing Manager (South Asia), The Catholic University of Murcia, Ms. Nusrat Jahan, Chairperson, Bee Global Limited and, Khan Mohammad Pavel Hossain, Managing Director, Bee Global Limited were present on the ceremony.

Southeast University (SEU), Bangladesh and New Era Institute, Burwood, NSW, Australia signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on 12 February 2019 at SEU Conference Room, Banani in order to expand international understanding, development, and friendship as well as stimulates and support academic pursuits among the students and faculty members of the two institutions. General areas of mutual interest included student vocational training, cooperative/collaborative research projects, exchange of publications, and short-term training, workshops, seminars, and conferences.

Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Representative Member of BoT, SEUT, Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor, Prof. Dr. Md. Abu Taher, Pro Vice Chancellor, Maj. Gen. Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed (Retd.), Registrar, Prof. Dr. Md. Abdul Hakim, Director, IQAC, Mr. Mohammad Imtiaj, Director, BCPR, Mr. Mohammad Tarik Al Jalil, Deputy Secretary, BoT, SEUT, Mr. Md. Jamal Uddin, Deputy Director, CPDS and Ms. Deepti Sarkar, Assistant Director, Department of Admission & Promotion were present on behalf of Southeast University and Mr. Khaled Hammad, Business Development Director, New Era Institute, Australia, Ms. Nusrat Jahan, Chairperson, Bee Global Limited and, Khan Mohammad Pavel Hossain, Managing Director, Bee Global Limited were present on behalf of New Era Institute.

Nature got control over the minds of officials & staff of Southeast University (SEU) by putting a magic spell on them while they arrived at Pubail Resort Club, Vadun, Pubail on 14 February 2019 to enjoy a day out with family members. Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Representative of BoT of SEU Trust, Prof. Dr. ANM Mesquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor and Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed (Retd.), Registrar were the Patrons and cheerleaders of the event. The day was planned properly incorporating different fun games, sports and cultural event. 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.

Southeast University Debate Club (SEUDC) has won the Runner-up Trophy at Dhaka Divisional level in the debate competition titled "বাংলা এখন বাংলা তখন" on 15 February at United International University. The program was organized by Coca-Cola in collaboration with the National Debate Federation. 24 teams from different colleges and universities participated in the competition. Gala round will be held on 20 February with divisional champions and runner-up teams of 7 divisions. Mr. Ashraful Alam Munna, President of the SEU Debate Club, Mr. Azizur Rahman Rohan from Textile Engineering Department and Mr. Mazharul Islam from EEE Department took part in the competition from SEU.

Southeast University (SEU) celebrated Pahela Falgun (1st day of Spring) on 13 February 2019 at SEU Seminar Hall, Main Building, Banani, Dhaka. The students of all departments of Southeast University took part in the celebration. They arranged a day-long ‘Spring Celebration’ program which includes different cultural activities. They also arranged a day-long cake festival program on the occasion.



Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Hon’ble Vice Chancellor of SEU Chaired the program while eminent actress Ms. Rumana Rashid Ishita and actor Mr. FS Nayeem attended the program as Special Guests. Prof. Syed Fakhrul Hassan, Chairman of Textile Engineering Department delivered the Welcome Speech. Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Representative of BoT, SEU Trust also addressed in the program. Among others, Prof. Dr. Md. Abu Taher, Pro Vice Chancellor, Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed, (Retd), Registrar, Chairmen, Directors, faculty members and officials of different departments were present in the program.

Workshop on “Leadership for Workplace- Boss VS Leader” was held on 9 February 2019 at the premises of Southeast University (SEU). The program was organized by IDOL Focus in association with the Department of Career and Professional Development Services (CPDS) of SEU. Mr. Md. Musharrof Hossain, Head of Human Resources Management, icddr,b & Founder President, FBHRO was present as the key resource person.



Mr. J H Shahedi, Chief HR Officer, NCC Bank conducted the workshop in the second session. They emphasis on the learning to be a leader with leadership quality and besides that, they have shared their experiences among all participants. Workshop completed with a grand certificate awarding ceremony followed by dinner. Mr. Md. Jamal Uddin, Deputy Director of CPDS, Mr. Biplob Kanti Das, Founder, IDOL Focus, and Mr. Md. Jahangir Nobi, Chief Consultant, Technopack were present in the workshop. A number of 45 participants from Southeast University, professionals and students from different public & private universities attended the workshop.

Career & Professional Development Services (CPDS) of Southeast University (SEU) organized a workshop on "Developing Leadership Skills" on 7 February 2019 at SEU Seminar Hall, Main Building, Banani to address a number of promising club leaders who are going to serve different student clubs of Southeast University for the year 2019. The workshop alerts the newly appointed Executive Committee (EC) members of 15 SEU Clubs about their roles and responsibilities.



Mr. Md. Jamal Uddin, Deputy Director of CPDS, discussed on the topic- ‘The Arts & Science of Leadership’, where the participants knew the tips and tricks of developing leadership roles. Hence, Mr. Forhad Hossain, Senior Officer of CPDS, discussed on the ‘Role of a Club Leader’. Through the session, the club leaders came to know the official procedure to organize a program. A total of 60 SEU students participated in the workshop.

A discussion session on "National Library Day 2019" and "Best Library User" awarding program organized by Library Department of Southeast University (SEU) was held on 7 February 2019. Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of SEU chaired the program while Prof. Dr. M. Nasiruddin Munshi, Department of Information Science and Library Management, DU and Councilor & Former President, Library Association of Bangladesh was the Chief Guest.



Prof. Dr. Kazi Mostak Gausul Hoq, Chairman, Department of Information Science and Library Management, DU attended the program as Special Guest. Mr. Md. Mubassir Ahsan, Assistant Librarian (Library In-Charge), SEU delivered the Welcome Speech. Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Representative of BoT, SEUT also addressed in the program. Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Adviser to BoT and Head of BoT Office discussed about planning and development of SEU Library. Dr. Kazi Tanvir Mahmud, Asst. Professor, Department of Economics and Mr. Md. Samiul Islam, Department of Law & Justice were awarded the "Best Library User" in Faculty and Student category respectively.

Department of Textile Engineering and Textile club of Southeast University (SEU) jointly organized an experience sharing session on "Necessity of Higher Education for Textile Engineers" on 7 February 2019 at SEU Permanent Campus, Tejgoan, Dhaka. Prof. Syed Fokhrul Hassan, Chairman of Textile Engineering Department, presided over the program.



Engr. Jannat Nahar Liza, PhD Scholar of Huazhong University of Science & Technology (HUST) China and Former student of Department of Textile Engineering, SEU was the discussant of the program. She described her experience of the journey towards higher education. Among others, faculty members and students were present in the program.

Branding, Communication and Public Relations (BCPR) Department of Southeast University (SEU), in association with Shuchinta Foundation organized a Seminar on Anti-militancy by following the slogan “জাগো তারুণ্য রুখো জঙ্গিবাদ” on 6 February 2019 at SEU Seminar Hall, Main Building, Banani, Dhaka.



Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of SEU chaired the program while Ms. Sabina Akter Tuhin, Former Member of Parliament and Ms. Nasrin Akter Nipun, National Award Winner Actress were present as Discussants. Ms. Qantara Khan, Director of Shuchinta Foundation also addressed in the program. Mr. Jabber Hossain, Editor and Publisher of Aj Sarabela conducted the program. Among others, Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed (Retd), Registrar, Mr. Mohammad Imtiaj, Director of BCPR, Chairmen, faculty members, officers & students of the University were present in the program.

Mr. Md. Jamal Uddin, Deputy Director, Department of Career & Professional Development Services (CPDS) of Southeast University (SEU) attended in "The ASEAN & Indian Higher Education Leaders Conference" from 28 to 29 January 2019 at O.P. Jindal Global University, Sonipat, India as a Panel Discussant.



The Office of the International Affairs & Global Initiatives of O.P. Jindal Global University organized the conference with the theme- ‘Achieving Research Excellence’. Mr. Jamal talked about the prospects and challenges of industry-academia collaboration. Education leaders from 18 countries including USA, UK, Australia, UAE, Malaysia, Indonesia, Philippine, Thailand, Vietnam, Bhutan, India, and others attended the conference.

Institute of Research & Training (IRT) in collaboration with Dept. of EEE, SEU organized a research paper presentation session in the name of Research Adda on 31 January 2019 at SEU Permanent Campus, Dhaka. The program started with the welcome speech by Dr. Syed Abdulla Al Mamun, Director of IRT. Dr. Kamrul Hassan, Assistant Professor, Dept. of EEE presented his PhD research work on “Synthetic and Photophysical Studies on Axially Chiral Ligands Based on Pai-Expanded Aromatic Hydrocarbons and Their Metal Complexes”.



Prof. Dr. Muhibul Haque Bhuyan, Chairman, Dept. of EEE, Dr. Nur Hossain Md. Ariful Azim, Associate Professor, Dept. of EEE, Dr. Arun Kanti Guha, Associate Professor, Dept. of Textile Engineering and Dr. AKM Moyeenul Huq, Asst. Professor, Dept. of Pharmacy were present in the program. All the faculties of EEE department along with senior students were also present.

Southeast University Debate Club (SEUDC) participated in the "UCB Public Parliament-Language Day Special Debate" on 31 January 2019 jointly organized by SEUDC, Debate for Democracy and ATN Bangla at ATN Bangla Studio in BFDC, Dhaka. Their opponent was Ahsanullah University of Science & Technology.



The debate is drawn on 2-2 ballots. Ms. Madiha Khan, Moderator of SEU Debate Club and Chairman of Economics Department and Mr. Kazi Parvez Jibon, Assistant Moderator and Lecturer, Department of Law and Justice, along with Ms. Yasmin Begum, Assistant Professor of Pharmacy Department, Southeast University and Ms. Sirajum Monira, Senior Lecturer were present in the program. Mr. Saiful Alam, President of National Press Club was the Chief Guest. Mr. Ashraful Alam Munna, Mr. Zahidul Haque, Ms. Mahmuda Sarwar Shraboni, Ms. Moriom Chowdhury and Mr. Tawshif Tashauf Mughdo from SEU participated in the debate competition.

Orientation Program for the newly admitted students of MBA program of Spring Semester 2019 under the Southeast Business School (SBS) held on 30 January 2019 at the SEU Seminar Hall, Main Building, Banani, Dhaka. Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of SEU chaired the program while Mr. Md. Ali Noor, Managing Director of Jibon Bima Corporation attended the program as Chief Guest.



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. Md. Abu Taher, Pro Vice Chancellor and Mr. A.S. Nooruddin Ahmed, Director of MBA Program also addressed the students. Among others, faculty members, officials and newly enrolled students were present in the program.

Freshers’ Reception & Orientation Program of the newly admitted students of Pharmacy Department for Spring Semester 2019 under the School of Science & Engineering (SSE) of Southeast University (SEU) was held on 29 January 2019 at the Seminar Hall, Main Building, Banani, Dhaka.



Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of SEU chaired the program while Mr. Md. Ebadul Karim, MP, Managing Director of Beacon Group was present in the program as Chief Guest. Group Captain Shah Kawsar Ahmed Chy, Principal of BAF Shaheen College, Dhaka attended the program as Special Guest. Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed (Retd), Registrar of SEU welcomed newly enrolled students.

Mr. M. Kamaluddin Chowdhury, Representative of BoT, SEUT also addressed the students. Dr. Md. Siddiqul Islam, Chairman of Pharmacy Department, SEU introduced respective faculty members to the students. Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Advisor to BoT and Head of BoT Office conducted a presentation session in the program describing SEU's vision, mission and future goal. Among others, Pro VC, faculty members, officials, newly enrolled students and their guardians were present in the program.

Freshers’ Reception & Orientation Program of the newly admitted students of Computer Science & Engineering (CSE) Department for Spring Semester 2019 under the School of Science & Engineering (SSE) of Southeast University (SEU) was held on 29 January 2019 at the Seminar Hall, Main Building, Banani, Dhaka.



Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of SEU chaired the program while Mr. Subrata Sarker, President of Bangladesh Computer Samity was present in the program as Chief Guest. Ms. Noor Nahar Yesmin, Principal of Shaheed Ramiz Uddin Cantonment College, Dhaka attended the program as Special Guest. Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed (Retd), Registrar of SEU welcomed newly enrolled students.



Mr. Shahriar Manzoor, Chairman of CSE Department, SEU introduced respective faculty members to the students. Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Adviser to BoT and Head of BoT Office conducted a presentation session in the program describing SEU's vision, mission and future goal. Among others, Pro Vice Chancellor, faculty members, officials, newly enrolled students and their guardians were present in the program.

Freshers’ Reception & Orientation Program of the newly admitted students of Architecture and Textile Engineering Department for Spring Semester 2019 under the School of Science & Engineering (SSE) of Southeast University (SEU) was held on 28 January 2019 at the Seminar Hall at its Permanent Campus, Tejgaon, Dhaka.



Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed (Retd), Registrar of SEU welcomed newly enrolled students. Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of SEU chaired the program while Mr. Md. Jalal Ahmed, Executive Director, Skills for Employees Investment Program, Bangladesh (SEIP), Ministry of Finance was present in the program as Chief Guest. Ms. Uzma Chowdhury, Director of PRAN-RFL group and Prof. Banamali Mohan Bhattacharya, Principal of Govt. Science College, Dhaka attended the program as Special Guests.



Prof. Meer Mobashsher Ali, Chairman of Architecture Department and Prof. Syed Fakhrul Hassan, Chairman of Textile Engineering Department, SEU introduced respective faculty members to the students. Prof. Dr. Md. Abu Taher, Pro Vice Chancellor also addressed the students. Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Advisor to BoT and Head of BoT Office conducted a presentation session in the program describing SEU's vision, mission and future goal. Among others, faculty members, officials, newly enrolled students and their guardians were present in the program.

Freshers’ Reception & Orientation Program of the newly admitted students of Electrical & Electronic Engineering Department (EEE) for Spring Semester 2019 under the School of Science & Engineering (SSE) of Southeast University (SEU) was held on 28 January 2019 at 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 Engr. Md. Abdus Sabur, President of The Institution of Engineers, Bangladesh (IEB) was present in the program as Chief Guest. Dr. Celia Shahnaz, Chair, IEEE Bangladesh Section and Professor, EEE Department, BUET attended the program as Special Guest and Mr. Md. Maksudur Rahman, Director of Gazipur Metropolitan College was the Guest of Honor. Prof. Dr. Muhibul Haque Bhuyan, Chairman, EEE Department, SEU introduced respective faculty members to the students.



Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Advisor to BoT and Head of BoT Office conducted a presentation session in the program describing SEU's vision, mission and future goal. Among others, faculty members, officials, newly enrolled students and their guardians were present in the program.

Freshers’ Reception & Orientation Program of the newly admitted students of Spring Semester 2019 under the School of Arts & Social Sciences (SASS) of Southeast University (SEU) held on 27 January 2019 at the SEU Seminar Hall, Main Building, Banani, Dhaka.



Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of SEU chaired the program while Dr. Khan Ahmed Sayeed Murshid, Eminent Economist and Director General of Bangladesh Institute of Development Studies (BIDS) was present in the program as Chief Guest. Mr. Md. Akmal Hossain, Principal of Lalmatia Housing Society School & College was the Special Guest. Maj Gen Kazi Fakhruddin Ahmed (Retd), Registrar of SEU welcomed newly enrolled students.



Prof. Dr. Md. Abdul Hakim, Director, IQAC and Convener of SASS orientation committee introduced respective faculty members to the students. Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Adviser to BoT and Head of BoT Office conducted a presentation session in the program describing SEU's vision, mission and future goal. Among others, 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 BBA program of Spring Semester 2019 under the Southeast Business School (SBS) of Southeast University (SEU) was held on 27 January 2019 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. Abdullah Al Hasan Chowdhury, Additional Secretary, Ministry of Education was present in the program as Chief Guest. Mr. Md. Billal Hossain, Principal of Ideal Commerce College, Dhaka attended the program as Special Guest.



Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Adviser to BoT and Head of BoT Office conducted a presentation session in the program describing SEU's vision, mission and future goal. Prof. Dr. Md. Abu Taher, Pro Vice Chancellor & Dean of SBS introduced respective faculty members to the students. Among others, faculty members, officials, newly enrolled students and their guardians were present in the program.

Ms. Moukuri Muhim, student of Department of Architecture, Southeast University (SEU), won the first prize in the Parklet Design Competition jointly arranged by Carfree Cities Alliance Bangladesh, Institute of Wellbeing, and Work for a Better Bangladesh Trust (WBB Trust). For the first time in Bangladesh, this type of competition was held in 2018 aiming to reduce traffic jam, prevent environmental pollution, and build a more livable city.



The prize-giving ceremony was held at Zahur Hossain Chowdhury Hall of the National Press Club on 21 January 2019. A discussion was also held where Director of WBB Trust Gaus Piari presided over the function, while Chairman of the Department of Architecture of Southeast University Prof. Meer Mobashsher Ali spoke as a Guest expert. Mr. Sohel Rana, Town Planner of RAJUK, Mr. Sayeed Rezaul Haque, General Secretary of Bangladesh Institute of Planners, Dr. Adil Mohammad Khan spoke there, among others. Mr. Maruf Hossain, Progrm Manager of WBB Trust moderated the event.

Institute of Research & Training (IRT) in collaboration with Institutional Quality Assurance Center (IQAC), SEU organized a certificate giving ceremony for the faculty members who have successfully completed the training program titled "Research Capacity Building with focus on Use of SPSS" on 21 January 2019 at SEU Seminar Hall, Main Building, Banani, Dhaka.



The program started with the welcome speech by Prof. Dr. Md. Abdul Hakim, Director, IQAC. Prof. Dr. ANM Meshquat Uddin, Vice Chancellor of SEU chaired the program while Mr. Monzurul Haque, Chairman and Managing Director of Org-Quest Research Limited was the Chief Guest.



Prof. Dr. AFM Mafizul Islam, Adviser to BoT and Head of BoT Office, SEUT and Head of Executive Committee of IRT presented the importance and various aspects of research. Among others, Prof. Dr. Md. Abu Taher, Pro Vice Chancellor, Maj Gen Kazi Fakruddin Ahmed (Retd.), Registrar, Chairmen and Faculty Members attended the program. Later, certificates were awarded to the participants by the Chief Guest. The program ended with the vote of thanks by Dr. Syed Abdullah Al Mamun, Director of IRT.

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.