British Council in collaboration with Brac University and Brac Bank successfully organized two prestigious national competitions — the FameLab Science Communicators Competition 2025 and the English Speech Competition. Both events highlighted student achievement, public speaking, and science communication skills among Bangladeshi youth.

FameLab 2025 Held at Brac University Auditorium

The FameLab Science Communicators Competition 2025, a globally renowned platform for science communication, took place at the Brac University Auditorium on Saturday. Students from grades 9 to 12 presented scientific topics in engaging and simplified formats.

After a series of school-level and regional heats, 10 finalists competed in the national finale. Participants also received intensive training during a two-day masterclass led by UK-based science presenter Kenneth Douglas Farquhar.

🏆 Winner: Elijah Green from Grace International School

English Speech Competition Champions Confident Communication

English Speech Competition part of the British Council’s broader IELTS and youth education initiatives, was held on Sunday at the British Council Auditorium on Fuller Road, Dhaka. Supported by Brac University and Brac Bank, the competition featured students from 33 schools across five divisions of Bangladesh.

Finalists advanced through preliminary, regional, and national rounds, showcasing their English language proficiency, critical thinking, and public speaking skills.

🏆 Winners:

• Group A: Laiba Montaha, Navy Anchorage School and College
• Group B: Aaron Nafi, Halishohor Cantonment Public School and College

British Council’s Commitment to Youth Development

Maxim Raimann country exams director at British Council Bangladesh, stated:

“These competitions celebrate student excellence and empower young learners to communicate confidently and think critically. Through platforms like FameLab and the English Speech Competition, we aim to nurture the next generation of thought leaders and global citizens.”

3ZERO Club Orientation at North South University Promotes Youth-Led Innovation and Sustainability

Dhaka, Bangladesh — The 3ZERO Club Orientation 2025 at North South University (NSU) launched a powerful new chapter in youth-led efforts toward social change, sustainability and innovation.

The orientation session welcomed distinguished guests including:

• Professor AKM Waresul Karim, Dean, School of Business and Economics, NSU
• Professor Sharif Nurul Ahkam, Director, North South Social Impact Initiative
• Mirza M. Ferdous, Senior Lecturer, Department of Accounting & Finance
• Ankita Sohel, Manager, 3ZERO Global Centre

Their insights inspired students to take active roles in building a more equitable and sustainable world. As part of NSU’s commitment to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the 3ZERO mission — zero exclusion, zero carbon, and zero poverty — this orientation aimed to equip young changemakers with tools for impactful action.

This event is part of North South University’s broader initiative to promote social entrepreneurship, youth empowerment and climate-conscious innovation across Bangladesh.

Dhaka, May 24, 2025 — East West University (EWU) celebrated its 1st Research Day 2025 at its Aftabnagar campus to foster a culture of innovation, research excellence and academic-industry collaboration in Bangladesh.

A Step Toward National Development Through Research

The event kicked off with an inaugural session led by EWU Vice Chancellor, who welcomed participants and emphasized the role of research in shaping a knowledge-based economy. Chief guest Shelley A. Mubdi member of the EWU board of trustees offered valuable insights. This session was chaired by founding vice chancellor and chairperson of the board of trustees, EWU who reiterated the university’s dedication to research and innovation.

Panel Discussions on Research and Innovation

Two key panel discussions addressed national priorities:

1. “Importance of Research in Transforming Bangladesh into an Innovative Nation” – This session explored how strategic research initiatives can position Bangladesh as a global innovation hub.
2. “Importance of Academia-Industry Collaborative Research: Opportunities and Challenges” – This discussion highlighted the need for partnerships between universities and industries to solve real-world problems.

Prominent participants included Professor Haseena Khan, Dr. Rashidul Haque, Dr. A.K.M. Masud along with industry leaders Humaira Azam, Firoze Mohammad and Shihab Ahmad.

Showcasing Student and Faculty Research

The “Three-Minute Presentation” segment allowed students and faculty from departments such as Business Administration, Economics, Computer Science and Engineering, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Pharmacy and Social Relations to share their ongoing research in an engaging format across various lecture galleries.

Recognizing Research Excellence

A total of 72 researchers were awarded with crests and certificates during a closing award ceremony at the EWU Manzur Elahi Auditorium. The highlight was the “Lifetime Achievement Award”, presented to Dr. Md. Mozammel Huq Azad Khan of the CSE Department for his outstanding contributions to research and innovation.

A Commitment to a Research-Driven Future

The event concluded with a group photo session and a vote of thanks from pro vice chancellor of EWU, who commended everyone’s effort in making the university’s first-ever Research Day a grand success.

Course Title: ENG 099 – Remedial English
Credits: None
Pre-requisite: None

Course Description:
ENG 099 is an intensive remedial course designed to help students improve their academic English skills. The writing component focuses on identifying and correcting common mistakes in grammar, structure and usage. East West University new students will learn to write clear, well-structured sentences and practice combining them into more complex sequences and cohesive paragraphs.

This course also includes targeted grammar review and instruction aimed at reinforcing essential language rules. In addition, specific sessions are devoted to developing reading comprehension and enhancing fluency in spoken English. EWU ENG 099 provides a strong foundation for success in future academic coursework.

North South University

Call for Financial Aid Applications – Summer 2025

📅 Date of Announcement: Thursday, May 8, 2025

Important Guidelines

• Form Availability:
  Prime Bank, Bashundhara Branch (Tk. 1,000/- only)
• Place of Submission:
  Financial Aid Office (FAO), Admin Building, Level #3
• Submission Time:
  10:00 AM to 4:00 PM (Working Days Only)
• Application Period:
  Sunday, May 18 – Thursday, May 29, 2025

⚠️ Important Note:
To ensure efficient processing, we strongly request that no more than 50 applications be submitted on the last two days (May 28 & 29, 2025).

Eligibility to Apply – Time Bar Criteria

Program	CGPA	Completed Credits	Time Bar
Architecture	2.75	15	5 Years
Pharmacy	2.75	15	5 Years / 10 Semesters
Other Undergraduate Programs	2.75	12	4 Years
LLB	2.75	59 (Sibling)	4 Years / 8 Semesters
MBA	3.25	6	2 Years
M. Pharm & LL.M	3.25	99 (Sibling)	2 Years / 4 Semesters
Other Master’s Programs	3.25	–	2 Years / 5 Semesters

🔸 Note:
Students already receiving financial aid may apply for enhancement only in extraordinary humanitarian cases. Otherwise, they are advised not to apply beyond the time-bar.

Application Instructions

1. Applicants must complete their registration and payment for the summer 2025 semester.
   (Tuition fees of selected candidates will be adjusted with the Fall 2025 semester payment.)
2. Students must submit their applications along with all required documents (as listed in the Financial Aid Form), including one recent passport-sized photograph.
3. An interview will be conducted on the same day the application is submitted.
4. Incomplete applications and forms submitted by ineligible candidates will be discarded.
5. No applications will be accepted after the deadline.

Required Documents

• Completed North South University Financial Aid Application Form
• Necessary supporting documents (as mentioned in the form)
• One recent passport-size photograph

Contact Information

For further details or queries, please contact the Bright Admission Coaching or NSU Financial Aid Office (FAO.

Here is a detailed Academic Calendar Summary for Summer 2025 at North South University, based on the official document:

📅 Key Dates and Events

Registration & Classes

• May 12 (Mon): Online course registration begins for regular and probation students
• May 17 (Sat): Online course registration ends for regular and probation students
• May 17 (Sat): Orientation for newly admitted undergraduate students
• May 18 (Sun): Online registration ends for newly admitted students
• May 19 (Mon): Last day of section cancellation and merging
• May 20 (Tue): Classes begin, tuition payment begins

Course Drop Deadlines

• May 29 (Thu): Last day to drop courses online with 100% refund
• June 15 (Sun): Last day to drop courses online with 50% refund
• July 7 (Mon): Last day to drop courses online with 0% refund, “W” grade

Tuition Payment

• June 23 (Mon): Last day to pay tuition without late fee
• June 24 (Tue): Late payment begins (Tk. 2,000 fee)
• July 8 (Tue): Last day to pay with Tk. 2,000 late fee
• July 9 (Wed): Payment continues with Tk. 2,000 + Tk. 100/day late fee
• July 17 (Thu): Final deadline for financial aid recipients (no late fee)

Holidays

• May 11 (Sun): Buddha Purnima
• June 5–10 (Thu–Tue): Eid-ul-Adha (subject to moon sighting)
• July 6 (Sun): Ashura (subject to moon sighting)
• Aug 16 (Sat): Janmastami
• Aug 22–23 (Fri–Sat): No classes

Classes End

• Aug 18 (Mon): Last MW classes
• Aug 19 (Tue): Last ST classes
• Aug 21 (Thu): Last RA classes, end of Online Teaching Evaluation

Final Exams

Sept 4 (Thu): Last day to submit grades

Aug 24 (Sun): Final exams begin

Aug 30 (Sat): Final exams end

Dhaka, 18 May 2025 — North South University (NSU) warmly ushered in its summer 2025 Executive MBA and graduate business students with an engaging orientation evening that brought together future business leaders, industry stalwarts, and academic visionaries. Designed to bridge the gap between academia and the modern business world, the event highlighted NSU’s commitment to holistic, industry-aligned education.

This orientation featured twelve parallel roundtable discussions, each centered on core business disciplines—Marketing, Management, Finance, Supply Chain Management, Human Resource Management and Management Information Systems. These sessions fostered deep engagement between nearly 200 new students and more than 50 esteemed alumni and industry leaders, representing prestigious organizations such as bKash, PwC, Nestlé, HSBC, Square Group and Grameen Digital Health Solutions.

Distinguished NSU leadership— Abdul Hannan Chowdhury vice chancellor and Abdur Rob Khan treasurer and pro vice chancellor (in-charge)—graced the occasion, reinforcing the university’s mission to combine academic excellence with real-world relevance.

The event welcomed high-profile guests, including:

• Shams Zaman, country managing partner, PwC
• Ummiya Rahman, senior vice president, bKash
• Dr. Ahmed Armaan Siddiqui, CEO, Grameen Digital Health Solutions
• Hosne Ara Loma, HR director, Nestlé
• Mahbub Baset, COO, Ifad Multi Products Ltd

These luminaries shared professional insights and inspired incoming students with stories of leadership and innovation.

Nazlee Siddiqui director of NSU’s MBA/EMBA programs captured the essence of the evening:
“By weaving together, the fresh enthusiasm of new students with the seasoned experience of alumni and industry veterans, we kindle a lifelong passion for learning — a flame that will illuminate personal growth and professional excellence.”

Faculty members and industry leaders co-led the discussions, exploring both technical competencies and soft skills vital to success in today’s evolving business landscape. The exchange gave students a grounded perspective on current trends, challenges, and career trajectories.

In recognition of academic excellence, NSU also awarded merit-based scholarships, including a 50% tuition waiver for the top-performing entrant and 25% waivers for two others — celebrating their promise at the outset of this academic journey.

Evening concluded not only as a formal induction but as a vibrant testament to NSU’s enduring ethos: cultivating leaders who are prepared, passionate and purpose driven.