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East West University’s Department of Law has been named the runner-up in the 29th Stetson International Environmental Moot Court Competition, Bangladesh National Rounds 2024-25. Competition organized by Hearth Bangladesh and the Independent University, Bangladesh (IUB) and took place from January 23 to 25, 2025.

Competition one of the top three national moot competitions in Bangladesh saw 38 teams participate with 32 advancing to the oral rounds. Competition the largest national round of the Stetson International Environmental Moot Court Competition to date featured four segments: preliminary, quarter-final, semi-final and final.

EWU team consisting of Speaker-1 Sabbir Ahmmad, Speaker-2 Afrin Sultana Anika and Puspita Akter demonstrated exceptional legal acumen and dedication. EWU team coached by Professor Shah Maruf Uddin Ahmed demonstrated their skills through a rigorous round of arguments, Q&A and rebuttals – ultimately securing the runner-up position. This East West University team expresses gratitude to Shamshad Bashar for her support throughout their preparation.

University of Asia Pacific (UAP) held an orientation program for newly admitted Fall 2024 students on 25 January 2025. Event was chaired by architect Mahbuba Haque chairman of UAP board of trust (BOT) and attended by special guests such as foreign secretary and inspector general of missions of Bangladesh. Other speakers included Dr. Qayyum Reza Chowdhury, Dr. M Alauddin and others.

Four successful alumni from UAP were invited to the orientation to wish and inspire the freshers. Orientation also included heads of departments, faculty members, administrative staff, students and guardians of the new students. UAP administration organized an exchange meeting with parents and guardians of the new students after the program.

American International University-Bangladesh’s Department of Law organized a “Bridging Theory and Practice: A Study Tour” on January 2, 2025 for the Labor and Industrial Law course. Tour combined classroom instruction with real-world industry exposure focusing on the Fakir Fashion Limited in Baliapara, Rupgonj, Narayangonj. Tour began with a speech by Rostoma Begum Chaudhary AIUB assistant professor of law and included AIUB faculty members Soeb Aktar and Fahim Faisal Khan Alabi. Tour included interactive sessions with students and concerned departments of Fakir Fashion Limited followed by field visits to the company’s permanent hospital, day care center, production establishments and other factories.

The visit aimed to deepen students’ understanding of labor and industrial law from a theoretical to a practical perspective, demonstrating how industries adhere to international labor norms and national labor law frameworks for a sustainable world.

School of Humanities and Social Sciences of North South University (NSU) organized the inaugural session of the ‘SHSS Alumni Discussion Series.’ The series aims to encourage current students to engage in intellectual development and research through alumni.

Event was organized on campus on Thursday (January 23).

Keynote address was delivered by Sayere Najabi Sayem, a former student of the Department of Law and Research Associate at Tanjib Alam & Associates a paper titled “Exploring the Viability of Preprints in the ‘Exclusive’ Domain of Legal Scholarship.” She discussed the potential of preprints in independent legal research. The event was held at the SHSS Dean’s Conference Room at 10:30 am.

Event was moderated by Dr. Ishtiaq Ahmed associate professor and chairman of North South University Department of Law. Inaugural address was delivered by Dr. Md. Rizwanul Islam dean of the School of Humanities and Social Sciences and professor of Law where he highlighted the importance of preprints.

During the presentation of the paper, the speaker said that preprint is a new type of publication format that has gained popularity in various academic fields, but it has not yet gained importance in legal research. He said that the traditional publishing method can limit the spread of independent research. He emphasized its potential in legal research by highlighting the widespread acceptance of preprints in health sciences, mathematics, and engineering.

After the paper presentation, in the question and answer session, the students discussed the inclusion of preprints in legal research. In response to the students’ questions, the speaker said that increasing the acceptance of preprints in legal scholarship is the need of the hour.

In his closing speech, Dr. Md. Rizwanul Islam thanked the keynote speaker for his important speech and presented a courtesy memento. Teachers and students of the NSU SHSS department were present at the event.

On January 6th, 2025, East West University Club for Performing Arts (ECPA) presented their self-written drama adaptation of Nakshi Kanthar Maath inspired by Jashimuddin’s poem. Event which included a colorful Pitha Utshob, showcased the beauty of Bangladeshi traditions and the importance of celebrating the nation’s artistic roots. Drama was staged at the Manzur Elahi Auditorium while the Pitha Utshob was held in the campus courtyard.

Event aimed to blend theatrical storytelling with rural traditions of Bangladesh with over 20 vibrant stalls showcasing traditional pithas, handcrafted items and other cultural treasures. Attendees appreciated ECPA’s dedication to promoting Bangladeshi culture through innovative stage plays and captivating performances, highlighting the importance of preserving and celebrating cultural heritage.

Department of Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) at United International University (UIU) has organized “UIU CSE Fest 2025” a two-day contest for inter-college and university students. Event which took place from 17-18 January 2025 featured various segments such as the Blockchain Olympiad, ICT Olympiad, Project Show, Line Following Robot (LFR) and Programming Contest.

Event was presided over by Abul Kashem Mia vice chancellor of UIU. Event attracted 1500 students from 80 universities and 30 colleges in Bangladesh. Winners of the competitions will receive a prize of 1100000 taka. Chief guest Dr. Muhammad Fouzul Kabir Khan emphasized the importance of working for the welfare of people while supporting human values and technical education. Special guest Shish Haider Chowdhury thanked UIU for organizing the event and announced the ICT Division’s support for such programs.

Event included faculty members, students, officials, academicians, government high officials, ICT experts, journalists and other distinguished guests.

American International University-Bangladesh (AIUB) offers Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm) program with full-time highly qualified faculty members, eight modern teaching laboratories, four advanced research laboratories, a dedicated seminar library, separate animal house and a dedicated medicinal garden.

AIUB Pharmacy program has been approved by the University Grants Commission (UGC) and the Bangladesh Pharmacy Council. Bachelor of Pharmacy admission for the Spring 2024-2025 semester is open now with applications deadlines January 20, 2025 and classes starting February 15, 2025. Contact the Bright Admission Coaching for AIUB B.Pharm test preparation practice.

East West University (EWU) has completed its spring semester 2025 undergraduate admission test at Aftabnagar with over 4000 applicants taking part. Event was held in the EWU Main Building and Farashuddin Bhaban Building with special arrangements made for guardians and comfortable seating and light refreshments.

Senior East West University officials, including Vice-Chancellor Shams Rahman and Pro Vice-Chancellor Ashik Mosaddik visited the examination halls to observe the process. Professor Shams Rahman emphasized EWU’s dedication to student care and support. East West University leaders expressed satisfaction with the overall arrangements and praised the efficiency and dedication of the EWU admission committee members, faculty members, officials and staff involved in conducting the test. Their collective efforts ensured a smooth and organized examination process, upholding the high standards of East West University.