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BGMEA University of Fashion & Technology (BUFT) celebrated a day-long celebration on June 5, 2024, in honor of World Environment Day 2024 with the theme "Land Restoration, Desertification, and Drought Resilience." The event took place at the university's permanent campus in Nishatnagar, Turag, Dhaka, and was organized by the BUFT Science & Environment Club (BSEC). The celebration included a seminar titled "Our Land, Our Future," underscoring the importance of the day. A key highlight was the inauguration ceremony, where the new BSEC executive panel members were introduced and welcomed. Additionally, guest speaker Karl Schultz, Founder and Executive Chairman of the Higher Ground Foundation, UK, delivered an online presentation on climate change.

The day's activities began with an awareness-building discussion program, engaging BUFT students and teachers in meaningful dialogue about environmental issues. A notable highlight was the unveiling of the BUFT Journal of Fashion and Technology (BJFT). Prominent speakers included Pro Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. Engr. Ayub Nabi Khan, Treasurer & Dean of the Faculty of Science Prof. Dr. Md. Abdul Jalil, and Director of Student Welfare & Secretary of the Board of Trustees Gp Capt ANM Rafiqul Alam (Retd.). They encouraged students to take active roles in promoting environmental sustainability.

The celebration concluded with a tree plantation drive on the BUFT campus. Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. S. M. Mahfuzur Rahman, the club adviser, officers, faculty members, and students participated enthusiastically in the tree planting, underscoring BUFT's commitment to a greener future.

• 5 months ago

A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signing ceremony took place at the BGMEA University of Fashion & Technology (BUFT) boardroom in Nishatnagar, Turag, Dhaka on May 30, 2024. The MoU facilitates collaborative activities between the institutions in academics, training, fashion branding, and research based on equality and reciprocity. The agreements were signed by Mr. Md. Shafiul Islam, Chairman of the Board of Trustees of BUFT, and Dr. Md. Kamruzzaman, Founder of Blucheez Outfitters and Regional Chief (South East Asia) of the Hohenstein Group. The ceremony was also attended by other notable members of the Board of Trustees, including Founder Chairman Mr. Muzaffar U. Siddique and Mr. Md. Faruque Hassan, BoT Member and former President of BGMEA. Additionally, BUFT Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. S. M. Mahfuzur Rahman, Pro Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. Eng. Ayub Nabi Khan, Treasurer Prof. Dr. Abdul Jalil, along with Deans, Academic, and Administrative Heads were present at the event.

• 5 months ago

On May 21, 2024, Mr. Park Young-sik, the Ambassador of the Republic of Korea to Bangladesh, visited BGMEA University of Fashion & Technology (BUFT). During his visit, he met with Mr. Md. Shafiul Islam, Chairman of the Board of Trustees (BoT), in the BoT conference room. BUFT Chairman provided the Ambassador with a brief history of BUFT and detailed its academic and research initiatives. He highlighted the existing collaboration with Hanseo University and discussed potential future partnerships in education and research, including academic and student exchanges, joint research projects, and opportunities for higher education in Korean universities, particularly in the fields of textiles and fashion. Additionally, he mentioned the possibility of BUFT participating in skill and capacity development programs supported by the Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA). Chairman of BUFT also underscored the long-standing friendly relations between Bangladesh and Korea, noting Korea's significant contributions to the socio-economic development of Bangladesh. He expressed optimism that this bilateral relationship would continue to grow stronger. Ambassador Park emphasized the importance of fostering entrepreneurship at the university level to contribute to building a "Smart Bangladesh" and enhancing students' language skills to improve their employment prospects in Korea. He assured the Chairman of his full support and cooperation in these initiatives. Mr. Md. Shafiul Islam expressed his gratitude to Ambassador Park for visiting BUFT and showing a keen interest in its academic and research activities. Other attendees included Mr. Muzaffar U Siddique, Founder Chairman of BoT; Mr. Md. Moshiul Azam (Shajal), Member of BoT; Prof. Dr. S.M. Mahfuzur Rahman, Vice Chancellor; Prof. Dr. Engr. Ayub Nabi Khan, Pro Vice Chancellor; along with the Treasurer, Deans, CFO, and various administrative heads.

• 6 months ago