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The Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering (EEE) at Independent University, Bangladesh (IUB) recently hosted a heartwarming gathering as they welcomed back esteemed alumni from the EEE and ETE programs. The event, held on October 5, 2023, brought together alumni from batches '04 to '18. All the senior faculty members of the department of EEE were present at the event. The Dean of the School of Engineering, Technology and Sciences (SETS), Prof. Md. Mamun Bin

Professor Dr. Saleemul Huq OBE, the leading global figure in climate change research and policy, passed away in the early hours of October 29, 2023 in Dhaka at the age of 71. He was widely recognized for his expertise in climate change, environment, and development, particularly in formulating adaptation strategies for the most vulnerable developing nations. Dr. Huq was the Director of the International Centre for Climate Change and Development (ICCCAD) and a Professor of

Independent University, Bangladesh (IUB), celebrated the exceptional literary contributions of Prof. Niaz Zaman in a commemorative event held on October 19, 2023. As Advisor to the Department of English and Modern Languages and Kazi Nazrul Islam and Abbasuddin Ahmed Research Center at IUB, Prof. Zaman previously held the honorary position of Supernumerary Professor before retiring as a Professor of English from the University of Dhaka. Abdul Hai Sarker, Chairman of the IUB Board of Trustees,

JUKTI - Official Club of CSE, IUB in collaboration with the School of Engineering, Technology & Sciences (SETS) at Independent University, Bangladesh (IUB), recently organized the highly anticipated four-day football tournament, League of SETS - Season 2. The event took place from October 19 to October 22, 2023. The tournament was inaugurated by Vice Chancellor, Tanweer Hasan, PhD, and Dean of SETS, Professor Md. Mamun Bin Ibne Reaz, Ph.D. In the male category, Footable Drive

JUKTI - Official Club of CSE, IUB organized the fresher’s orientation on October 17, 2023 to welcome the newly enrolled students of the Department of Computer Science and Engineering. Dr. Mahady Hasan, PhD, Head of the Department of CSE graced the ceremony with his presence and delivered a heartfelt welcome to the freshers. He also conveyed his greetings to the freshers’ on behalf of the Vice-Chancellor. The event was made even more special with the esteemed

Four undergraduate students of IUB have joined the University of Maribor in Slovenia for a semester under the prestigious Erasmus+ 2023 Mobility Program starting October 2023. Based in Slovenia in Central Europe, the University of Maribor has been named among "The Best Universities in New Europe in 2018" by the Times Higher Education Magazine. It's also among the top 10 research-intensive universities from the new European Union (EU) member states. The four IUB students are

Independent University, Bangladesh (IUB) gathered at its Library's Bangabandhu and Liberation Corner on October 18, 2023, to commemorate the 60th birthday of Sheikh Russel, the youngest son of the Father of the Nation Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman and Bangamata Sheikh Fazilatunnesa Mujib. The event was attended by IUB Vice Chancellor Tanweer Hasan, PhD, alongside the Treasurer, Deans, administrative unit heads, faculty members, students, and staff. During his speech, the Vice Chancellor underscored the need for everyone

Professor Ahmed Ahsanuzzaman, PhD, of the Department of English and Modern Languages, IUB, interviewed 2023 Nobel Laureate for literature Jon Fosse in Oslo, Norway in October 2007.

The IUB Art Club recently concluded its annual flagship event, "Chalanta Canvas- Tour for a Cause," a mission to promote the "Healing Power of Art" and expand the horizons of creativity among underprivileged children in Bangladesh. The event featured two segments. The first, the "Art Camp with Underprivileged Children," saw the IUB Art Club team visiting a primary school in Tangail to understand the students' underprivileged status and their mental condition. Initially, children were provided with

Nushrat Afroz Roza, a promising undergraduate student from the Department of Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) at Independent University, Bangladesh (IUB), has embarked on a year-long research exchange program in Japan. This prestigious opportunity, "Student Study Abroad for Research," is made possible through the generous support of a Japanese government scholarship. Under a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed between IUB's School of Engineering, Technology and Science (SETS) and the Graduate School of Engineering at the University

The IUB Toastmasters Club, Independent University, Bangladesh, gathered on Saturday, October 14th, with immense enthusiasm to commemorate its 100th meeting. This significant milestone not only celebrated the club's journey but also highlighted its unwavering commitment to nurturing student development and facilitating invaluable corporate connections. Established in 2019, the IUB Toastmasters Club has risen to remarkable heights, earning its place alongside Dhaka Toastmasters Club as one of the only two clubs ever to be inducted into

A two-day training session was conducted on 5 & 12 October 2023 at the Independent University, Bangladesh (IUB) campus. The event was organized by the Institutional Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC). It brought together 29 faculty members from five schools of IUB, fostering active participation. The inauguration of this training session was carried out by Professor Niaz Ahmed Khan, Ph.D., Pro-Vice Chancellor of IUB, who shared his insights. Professor Dr. M Abdur Razzak, Director of Institutional

A group of 11 students from Independent University, Bangladesh (IUB) have earned spots in the prestigious Millennium Fellowship program, which is a semester-long leadership accelerator enabled by a collaboration between the United Nations Academic Impact and the Millennium Campus Network (MCN). With a focus on addressing critical issues related to education and the environment, these students are set to leave a meaningful mark on their local community and beyond. The competitive program challenges undergraduate students from

The School of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences (SLASS) and the Department of Global Studies and Governance (GSG) of Independent University, Bangladesh (IUB) launched a book titled "Multifaceted Development: A Bangladesh Case Study” on October 8, 2023 at the Multi-purpose Hall on the university campus. Edited by Prof. Dr. Imtiaz A Hussain from the Department of GSG of IUB and published by renowned international publisher Palgrave Macmillan, the book delves into the intricacies of Bangladesh's modernization

Dr. Md. Abdur Razzak, Professor of Electrical and Electronic Engineering at Independent University, Bangladesh delivered a Keynote speech at GIET University, India on the occasion of 2nd Doctoral Symposium held on October 2, 2023. GIET formerly known as Gandhi Institute of Engineering and Technology, was established in the year 1997 at Gunupur, in the state of Odisha, India and was declared as a State University on 27th Dec 2018 by Govt. of Odisha. Dr. Milan

Five faculty members of Independent University, Bangladesh (IUB) have received a grant from the Center for Sustainable Finance at SOAS University of London, UK. The grant has been awarded to a team of scholars from IUB's School of Business and Entrepreneurship (SBE) and the School of Environment and Life Sciences (SELS). This fund is intended for two case study ideas that will advance the financing of adaptation to climate change and the inclusion of the

The National Rounds of the 14th Henry Dunant Memorial Moot Court Competition on International Humanitarian Law (IHL) have kicked off today, Thursday 5th October, at the Independent University, Bangladesh (IUB) in Dhaka, with the participation of 30 teams representing different public and private universities of the country. Organized by the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) in partnership with the IUB, the event will run from 5 to 7 October 2023. Over the

The Basketball team of Independent University, Bangladesh (IUB) became runners-up in Men’s Basketball after an intense face-off against Daffodil International University (DIU) in the final of the competition held on September 18, 2023. Throughout the tournament, the IUB basketball team showcased commendable skills, teamwork, and determination. Their journey saw them compete against universities from across the country, reflecting the high caliber of young athletes in our nation. After winning two group stage matches, IUB secured

Independent University, Bangladesh (IUB) organized the Orientation program for the Autumn 2023 semester at its Bashundhara campus in Dhaka on September 21, 2023. Mr. Golam Murshed, Managing Director and CEO of Walton Hi-Tech Industries Ltd., spoke as a special guest at the event. Addressing the students, Golam Murshed said, "Each of you is an institution in yourselves. Being an institution doesn't mean you have to be a company where there is business, employees, and revenue.

IEEE IUB Student Branch (IEEE IUB SB) recently organized and hosted a "Special IEEE Session" with Keynote Speaker Prof. Saifur Rahman, CEO & President of IEEE as part of the 'Preserve Planet Earth' International Climate Conference at the IUB Auditorium on Saturday, September 23rd, 2023. The session commenced with Dr. Mustafa Habib Chowdhury, Counsellor of IEEE IUB SB who served as the Master of Ceremony for the entire event. Prof. Saifur Rahman, CEO & President

Deshi Ballers, pioneers in promoting women’s basketball in Bangladesh, marked an exhilarating milestone as they celebrated their 5th year in action at the "5 Year Legacy Hoopfest Powered by IUB" held on September 29 and 30, 2023. The event, hosted at the renovated Sports Complex of Independent University, Bangladesh (IUB) in Bashundhara Residential Area in Dhaka, showcased an adrenaline-fueled basketball weekend that captivated enthusiasts and spectators alike. Participants engaged in 3x3 Basketball competitions, adhering to official