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Department of Law at North South University (NSU) held a webinar titled “Extraterritoriality’s Empire: How Self-Determination Limits Extraterritorial Lawmaking” on January 29, 2025. Event was graced by a keynote address from Professor Evan J. Criddle associate dean for Research and Faculty Development, William & Mary Law School who offered insights into the intersection of self-determination and extraterritorial legal frameworks.

Event moderated by Professor Md Rizwanul Islam and discussed the intersection of self-determination and extraterritorial legal frameworks. Professor Criddle’s keynote address highlighted the limitations of enforcing international legal mandates within domestic jurisdictions and offered a nuanced analysis of potential solutions to address these legal complexities. Webinar attracted a diverse audience, including prominent Bangladeshi and international legal scholars, academics, NSU faculty members, students and legal practitioners. Session concluded with an engaging Q&A segment, where attendees actively contributed to the discussion. Event reaffirmed the Department of Law’s commitment to fostering academic dialogue on pressing issues in international law and legal philosophy, cementing its role as a hub for critical legal scholarship.

Brac University is launching a scholarly exchange and outreach program involving three interconnected in-person workshops and an online symposium between Brac University, National Institute of Technology (NIT) in Silchar, Assam, Lahore University of Management Sciences (LUMS) and Centre for Migration Studies in the Department of History at the University of British Columbia. Initiative aims to create opportunities for exchange between scholars and students, despite the national boundaries that divide the region. Workshop focuses on methodological and pedagogical aspects, assessing the diverse range of approaches to studying the 1947 Partition’s histories.

Workshop asks questions about the drawbacks of existing methods in partition studies, the possibility of new methods, how biases and dispositions influence methods and how to best understand memories concerning Partition. Oral history is a foundational methodology used in studies of Partition, and other research engages with fictional representations and articulations of the Partition experience and its legacy.

Workshop also explores the implications of diverse methodologies for the pedagogy of Partition Studies, how partition can be taught in the contemporary classroom and how to address the politics of trauma and political renderings of that trauma. It also explores the possibilities of the digital, such as digital archiving, digital narration and distant reading in reconfiguring historiographies concerning Partition.

American International University-Bangladesh (AIUB) has hosted the first External Quality Assessment (EQA) site visit by the Bangladesh Accreditation Council (BAC) for its Electrical and Electronic Engineering (EEE) program. The visit, which took place from January 21 to 23, 2025, showcased AIUB’s commitment to academic excellence and quality assurance.

The BAC EQA team reviewed all academic documentation, including the curriculum and related materials, and engaged in extensive interactions with various stakeholders, including students, faculty members, administrative staff, employers, alumni and AIUB offices.

The delegation explored the university’s infrastructure, visiting classrooms, laboratories, the library, and IT facilities. AIUB’s Institutional Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) and Program Self-Assessment Committee (PSAC) provided unwavering support throughout the visit. The BAC team conducted an exit meeting, providing suggestions for further enhancement of AIUB functionality. The EQA Team expressed appreciation for AIUB’s efforts and commitment to quality education. The outcome of the visit will be announced by BAC in the coming days.

Nine individuals including five trustees of the North South University Board of Trustees (NSU BoT) were granted bail in a case of embezzlement of additional funds for the purchase of land for NSU future campus. Judge Rabiul Alam of Dhaka Special Judge Court-4 granted their bail on January 30, 2025.

The accused include Azim Uddin Ahmed, Chairman of the North South University Board of Trustees; members MA Kashem, Benazir Ahmed, Rehana Rahman and Mohammad Shahjahan; with Ashaloy Housing and Developers Limited Managing Director Amin Md. Hilali, Chairman Omar Faruk, Director Anwar Begum and Syed AK Kamruzzaman. The case was filed on May 12, last year, by ACC Deputy Director Md. Farid Ahmed Patwary, who accused six people of embezzling Tk 303 crore 82 lakhs by showing an excess of Tk 303 crore 82 lakh 13 thousand 497 in the name of North South University campus development.

North South University (NSU) and the Bangladesh Brand Forum (BBF) have hosted the National Education and Innovation Dialogue 2025; a platform for thought leaders, policymakers and innovators to explore transformative ideas and reimagine the future of education and innovation in Bangladesh. The dialogue was inaugurated by Chief Guest Professor Wahiduddin Mahmud, Adviser to the Ministry of Education and Planning, Government of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh and Professor SMA Faiz, Chairman of the University Grants Commission of Bangladesh.

The event featured a plenary session titled Future of Education for an Innovative Nation, featuring distinguished panelists including Professor Abdul Hannan Chowdhury, Vice Chancellor of North South University; Professor Dr. Syed Ferhat Anwar, Vice Chancellor of Brac University; Iftakharul (Ifty) Islam, Founder & Chairman of Asian Tiger Capital Partners and Shariful Islam, Founder & Managing Director of Bangladesh Brand Forum.

Chief Guest Professor SMA Faiz, Chairman of the University Grants Commission, emphasized the importance of addressing systemic challenges in higher education, stating that the education system must evolve to equip students with the skills needed for the future. He also highlighted the need to integrate technology into the curriculum to keep up with global standards, and encouraged foreign universities to operate in Bangladesh to increase competition.

Professor Dr. Syed Ferhat Anwar, Vice Chancellor of Brac University, emphasized the need to eliminate academic bureaucracy and encourage foreign universities to operate in Bangladesh to increase competition. However, national universities should not be neglected—they should specialize in specific fields to better serve the nation.

Iftakharul (Ifty) Islam, Founder & Chairman of Asian Tiger Capital Partners, emphasized the need for fostering an innovation ecosystem by addressing the lack of opportunity, wealth disparity, and the absence of a democratic voice. He emphasized that education should help individuals unlock their potential and enable them to rise collectively as a nation.

In the closing ceremony, Dr. Ahsan H. Mansur, Governor of Bangladesh Bank, addressed the need for innovation to be ignored, as even small innovations can have a significant impact on the economy.

The first panel discussion, Unlocking Bangladesh’s Startup Ecosystem, addressed the challenges and opportunities faced by startups in the country. Panelists discussed the need for improved access to funding, mentorship programs, and regulatory support to create a thriving startup environment in Bangladesh.

The second panel, Private Sector Innovation: Drivers of Sustainable Growth, emphasized the critical role of the private sector in fostering innovation and driving economic progress. Panelists discussed the need for revising curricula, fostering public-private partnerships, and investing in AI research and training to maintain global competitiveness in the digital age.

The fourth panel, Social Innovation and Women Entrepreneurship, celebrated the contributions of women entrepreneurs and innovators to society. Panelists discussed overcoming gender-based barriers, building supportive ecosystems for female entrepreneurs, and effectively using innovation to address social challenges.

The final panel, Innovation Financing: Enabling Growth Through Financial Support, explored the financial mechanisms needed to drive innovation and entrepreneurship in Bangladesh. The event concluded with closing remarks by Iftakharul Islam, Professor Abdul Hannan Chowdhury and Shariful Islam, emphasizing the need for collaborative efforts to build an innovation-driven nation.

East West University’s Department of English is accepting applications for the MA in TESOL program for Spring 2025, deadline for applications is 10 February. MA in TESOL program offers a comprehensive curriculum, combining theoretical and practical knowledge in linguistics and advanced teaching methodologies. Program is led by experienced professors who bring real-world insights and research to the classroom.

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Students can choose from full-time or part-time study modes and on-campus teaching assistant opportunities and scholarships are available. The program also fosters a supportive community of learners and educators, fostering collaboration and a rich learning environment. Apply now to turn your passion for English into a rewarding career.

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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.