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Jun 30, 2025

An MoA was signed on 1st July 2025, between Eastern University and the Daffodil Response Center (DRC) at the Eastern University campus, Ashulia Model Town, Dhaka. The agreement aims to strengthen capacity building and institutional branding of Eastern University. Professor Dr. Farid A. Sobhani, Vice Chancellor of Eastern University, and Dr. Mohammad Nuruzzaman, Chief Executive Officer of the Daffodil Family, signed the agreement on behalf of their respective institutions. This collaboration seeks to enhance institutional capacity through professional engagement and the development of advanced skills among relevant officials. It is expected to contribute to improved enrollment quality, greater empowerment, and stronger collaboration between the two institutions. This milestone agreement marks the beginning of a long-term, impactful partnership that is expected to yield mutual benefits and sustainable success. The signing ceremony was attended by the Registrar, Deans of various faculties, Departmental Chairpersons, section heads of administrative units, and senior officials from DRC.

Jun 29, 2025

A seminar titled "Prospects of Higher Studies and International Work Permit Visa in Japan" held on 30th June 2025 at University's Rezakul Haider Hall, Ashulia Model Town, Dhaka. The Chief Guest at the event was Professor Dr. Farid A. Sobhani, Vice Chancellor of Eastern University. The Special guests were Mr. Morisu Narita, CEO of Winkle Inc. (Japan), and Mr. Md. Rafiqul Islam, Managing Director of Samaira Group and MP Travels Ltd. The seminar was chaired by Professor Dr. Md. Mahfuzur Rahman, Dean of the Faculty of Engineering and Technology at Eastern University. Professor Dr. M. Sayedur Rahman, Dean of the Faculty of Business Administration, was also present as a respected guest. Other speakers at the event included Associate Professor Syed Habib Anwar Pasha, Chairperson of the Department of Business Administration, and Ms. Rakhi Roy, Coordinator at Samaira Group. The overall coordination of the event was managed by Mr. K. M. Monirul Islam, Deputy Director of Career Services and International Office and Office of the Student Affairs at the university. At this event, university graduate students Umme Sumaiya Hossain and Ratna Akter Badhon shared their experiences after completing their internships in Japan. They recently returned to the country after finishing their internships in Tokyo, Japan. They encouraged everyone to pursue higher education opportunities in Japan. The speakers shared important information about studying in Japan, how to get a student or work visa, and job opportunities in Japanese companies. The seminar helped students learn about real steps to build a career abroad, especially in Japan. One great example of success is Md. Mansurul Haque Rashed, a recent graduate from the Department of Business Administration. He got a full-time job at Mon Napoleon Co. Ltd. in Japan after completing a competitive internship program. This was possible through the university’s collaboration with Samaira Group and Othelo Financial Institution, Japan. This success was made possible by the leadership of Prof. Dr. Md. Mahfuzur Rahman, Dean of the Faculty of Engineering and Technology at Eastern University. This seminar showed Eastern University’s strong dedication to helping students build international careers. Many graduates from Eastern University are now studying and working in Japan, making the university proud.

Jun 23, 2025

A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) has been signed between the Eastern University (EU) and the Institute of Cost and Management Accountants of Bangladesh (ICMAB). The signing ceremony was held on 24th June 2025 at the Conference Hall of Eastern University, Dhaka. The MoU was signed by Professor Dr. Farid A. Sobhani, Vice Chancellor on behalf of Eastern University, and Mr. Md. Kausar Alam, Vice President on behalf of ICMAB. The presence at the MoU signing ceremony included the university’s Deans, Registrar, Chairpersons of departments, and Heads of various administrative sections. Notable attendees were Professor Dr. M. Sayedur Rahman, Dean of the Faculty of Business Administration; Professor Dr. Md. Abbas Ali Khan, Distinguished Professor; Professor Dr. Mahfuzur Rahman, Dean of the Faculty of Engineering and Technology; Dr. Abul Bashar Khan, Registrar; Professor Dr. Abdullah Al-Humayn, Chairperson of the Department of EEE; Professor Ashraf Hossain, Director of IQAC; Dr. Abdur Rahman, Director of IFBI; Syed Habib Anwar Pasha, Chairperson of the Department of Business Administration and Mr. Md. Abdul Maleque, Additional Director and Head of Education Department, ICMAB along with other representatives and officials from both institutions. Under this MoU, the students and graduates of the BBA and MBA programs of Eastern University will be eligible for exemptions up-to six courses at ICMAB. Moreover, based on their academic results at the university, they will receive special scholarships upon admission to the CMA qualification program. Eastern University and ICMAB will also be able to undertake joint academic initiatives, which will be mutually beneficial for both institutions.

May 24, 2025

Eastern University proudly welcomed its newly appointed Vice-Chancellor, Professor Dr. Farid A. Sobhani, in a warm reception held on Sunday, 25 May 2025, at 2:30 PM at Rezakul Haider Hall. The event brought together faculty members, officials, and staff from all departments in a spirit of unity and celebrate the beginning of a new chapter for the university under Professor Sobhani’s leadership. The reception featured welcome speeches from several distinguished members of the academic community: Professor Md. Shamsul Huda, Treasurer Professor Dr. Md. Abbas Ali Khan, Distinguished Professor Professor Dr. M. M. Shahidul Hassan, Distinguished Professor Professor Dr. M. Sayedur Rahman, Dean, Faculty of Business Professor Dr. Md. Mahfuzur Rahman, Dean, Faculty of Engineering and Technology A.B.M. Imdadul Haque Khan, Dean, Faculty of Law The speakers extended a heartfelt welcome to Professor Dr. Farid A. Sobhani and expressed confidence that under his visionary leadership, Eastern University will achieve its academic and institutional goals, further solidifying its position as one of the top universities in Bangladesh. In his inaugural address, the Vice-Chancellor expressed his gratitude to the Board of Trustees and all stakeholders for entrusting him with the responsibility to lead the university. He pledged his full commitment to advancing the institution’s academic excellence, research initiatives, and overall development. Seeking cooperation from faculty, staff, and administration, he emphasized a collaborative approach to raise the university to new heights. The program was conducted by Dr. Abul Basher Khan, Registrar of Eastern University. The gathering reflected a strong sense of unity and optimism for the university’s future.

May 23, 2025

Eastern University is pleased to announce the appointment of Prof. Dr. Farid A. Sobhani as its new Vice-Chancellor, effective May 24, 2025. His appointment was made by the Chancellor of the University and Hon’ble President of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh. Prior to this role, Prof. Dr. Sobhani served as Professor at the School of Business and Economics and Director of the Center for International Affairs and Cooperation (CIAC) at United International University (UIU). He also held the positions of Professor and Dean at the Human Resource Development Institute (HRDI) of Daffodil International University, and Professor and Dean at the Faculty of Business Studies, International Islamic University Chittagong (IIUC). Additionally, he served as Director of the MBA Program at the School of Business and Economics, UIU. Prof. Sobhani currently serves as a Visiting Professor at Sol Plaatje University, South Africa; and a Research Fellow at the Australian Academy of Business Leadership in Sydney. He also serves as the President of the Bangladesh Society for Private University Academics (BSPUA) and Vice-President of the Federation of Bangladesh Human Resource Organizations (FBHRO). He served as a Visiting Professor at the Accounting Research Institute (ARI) of Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM), Malaysia. He has also served as an External Member of the Curriculum Committee at Rajshahi University and the PhD Program Committee at the Bangladesh University of Professionals (BUP). Furthermore, he held the position of Editor of the Australian Journal of Accounting, Economics, and Finance, published from Sydney. An accomplished academic, Dr. Sobhani holds a BBA and MBA in Accounting from the University of Chittagong, a second Master’s in Project Management from the University of Antwerp, Belgium, and a PhD from Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM). He has published nearly 100 research articles in national and international journals covering accounting, corporate disclosure, human resource management, and leadership. A native of Pakundia Upazila, Kishoreganj, Dr. Sobhani’s appointment was celebrated in a reception ceremony held at the University Conference Room. The event was graced by the Chairman of the Board of Trustees, Md. Moniruzzaman Molla; Former Acting Vice-Chancellor, Professor Md. Shamsul Huda; the Treasurer, Deans, Chairpersons, Advisors, Registrar, and other senior officials. Eastern University looks forward to Prof. Dr. Sobhani’s visionary leadership in advancing academic excellence and driving institutional growth.

Apr 19, 2025

২০ এপ্রিল ২০২৫ – ইস্টার্ন ইউনিভার্সিটির ক্যাম্পাসে আজ সাজ সাজ রবে উদযাপিত হলো বর্ণাঢ্য "তারুণ্যের উৎসব ও বর্ষবরণ- ১৪৩২"। বৈশাখের রঙিন আবহে বিশ্ববিদ্যালয় প্রাঙ্গণ পরিণত হয় উৎসবের মিলনমেলায়, যেখানে শিক্ষক-শিক্ষার্থী, কর্মকর্তা-কর্মচারী ও প্রাক্তন শিক্ষার্থীদের উপস্থিতিতে মুখরিত হয় পুরো পরিবেশ। অনুষ্ঠানের প্রধান অতিথি হিসেবে উপস্থিত ছিলেন ইস্টার্ন ইউনিভার্সিটির ভারপ্রাপ্ত উপাচার্য প্রফেসর মো. শামসুল হুদা। তিনি তার বক্তব্যে তরুণ প্রজন্মের উদ্দেশ্যে বলেন, "বাংলার গৌরবোজ্জ্বল ইতিহাস ও সংস্কৃতি ধারণ করে আগামীর পথে এগিয়ে যাওয়াই তোমাদের দায়িত্ব। জাতির উন্নয়নে তোমাদের সৃজনশীলতা ও মেধাই হবে মূল চালিকাশক্তি। তরুন প্রজন্মের শিক্ষার্থীদের প্রতি বিগত জুলাই বিল্পবের অবদানের প্রশংসা করেন এবং জাতিকে ভাবিষ্যতে সমৃদ্ধ রাখতে তাদের সামগ্রিক সহযোগিতা কামনা করেন।" এছাড়া তিনি দল-মত নির্বিশেষে সকলকে নিয়ে এই উৎসব উদযাপনের জন্য আয়োজক কমিটিকে ধন্যবাদ জানান। বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের রেজিস্ট্রার ড. আবুল বাশার খান তারুণ্যের শক্তিকে স্বাগত জানিয়ে বলেন, "তোমাদের হাত ধরেই এগিয়ে যাবে বাংলাদেশ। সংস্কৃতি ও ঐতিহ্যের ধারক হিসেবে এই উৎসব তোমাদের মধ্যে দেশপ্রেম ও সম্প্রীতির বীজ বপন করুক।" প্রকৌশল ও প্রযুক্তি বিভাগের ডিন অধ্যাপক ড. মো. মাহফুজুর রহমান বিজ্ঞান ও প্রযুক্তির পাশাপাশি সাংস্কৃতিক চর্চার গুরুত্ব তুলে ধরে বলেন, "শিক্ষার সঙ্গে সংস্কৃতির সমন্বয়ই একজন শিক্ষার্থীকে পূর্ণাঙ্গ মানুষ হিসেবে গড়ে তোলে।" ইস্টার্ন ইউনিভার্সিটি কালচারাল ক্লাবের আয়োজনে এই উৎসবে ছিল বৈচিত্র্যময় আয়োজন—বৈশাখী মেলা, সাংস্কৃতিক অনুষ্ঠান, ফ্ল্যাশ মব, নাগরদোলা, দোলনা ও বাহারি স্টল। অনুষ্ঠানটি সঞ্চালনা করেন ব্যবসায় প্রশাসন বিভাগের চেয়ারপারসন অধ্যাপক সৈয়দ হাবিব আনোয়ার পাশা ও কালচারাল ক্লাবের কো-অর্ডিনেটর সহকারী অধ্যাপক আব্দুল্লাহ আল-ফাহাদ। সার্বিক তত্ত্বাবধানে ছিলেন স্টুডেন্ট অ্যাফেয়ার্স ও ক্যারিয়ার সার্ভিসেসের উপ-পরিচালক কেএম মনিরুল ইসলাম। ইস্টার্ন ইউনিভার্সিটি তারুণ্যের উদ্দীপনা, শিক্ষার গুণগত মানোন্নয়ন এবং সাংস্কৃতিক ঐতিহ্য রক্ষায় নিরলসভাবে কাজ করে যাচ্ছে। এই উৎসব তারুণ্যের প্রাণশক্তি ও সংহতিরই প্রতীক হয়ে থাকল।

Apr 20, 2025

The Independence Day 2nd Inter-department Cricket Tournament was officially inaugurated on 21 April 2025 at the Eastern University Playground. A total of eight teams are participating in the tournament, including a team comprising faculty members and officials, aimed at fostering stronger bonds between students, faculty and officials. Professor Md. Shamsul Huda, Acting Vice-Chancellor of Eastern University, unveiled the tournament trophy and formally declared the event open. Dr. Abul Basher Khan, Registrar of Eastern University, along with chairpersons of academic departments, faculty members, and officials, were also present at the opening ceremony. The tournament group matches will take place from 21 to 23 April 2025, providing a platform for participants to demonstrate their talent, teamwork, and sportsmanship.

Mar 14, 2025

The Business & Social Entrepreneurship Club (BSEC) Special Iftar Mahfil and Islamic Quiz Contest was a remarkable event, distinguished by its exceptional arrangements and innovative approach. This gathering brought together faculty members, students, and special guests, including orphan students from local madrasas, creating an atmosphere of warmth and inclusivity. Despite his demanding schedule and health challenges, Chairman, Department of Business Administration, Syed Habib Anwar Pasha, honored the occasion with his presence, reflecting his unwavering commitment to the institution and its values. The dedication and efforts of the club members were instrumental in the event’s success, and their contributions are deeply appreciated. A highlight of the evening was the Islamic quiz competition for children, which added an educational and engaging dimension to the program. Prizes were awarded to the participants, fostering enthusiasm and encouraging their pursuit of knowledge. Beyond the communal Iftar, this event served as a platform to strengthen bonds, celebrate the sanctity of Ramadan, and instill a spirit of unity and collaboration among attendees. It was a truly memorable occasion that resonated with a shared sense of purpose and togetherness. BSEC extends its heartfelt gratitude to everyone who participated and contributed, ensuring the success of this meaningful initiative.

Feb 28, 2025

The Faculty of Business Administration at Eastern University, Bangladesh, recently organized an exciting and memorable picnic at the breathtaking Dream Holiday Park, creating a day filled with fun, adventure, and camaraderie for 140 enthusiastic students, faculty members, and staff. This well-planned event was designed to offer students a break from their academic routine, allowing them to relax, connect, and create lasting memories in a vibrant and picturesque setting. For students searching for university events, student activities, or team-building experiences, this picnic was a perfect example of how academic institutions can foster community spirit and student engagement. A Perfect Escape for Students: Adventure, Teamwork, and Relaxation Dream Holiday Park, known for its stunning natural beauty and thrilling attractions, provided the ideal location for this student-focused event. The day was packed with exciting activities tailored to cater to the interests of young adults, making it a must-attend event for students looking for fun and adventure. From heart-pounding rides like roller coasters and water slides to team-building games such as tug-of-war and relay races, the picnic offered something for everyone. These activities not only brought out the competitive spirit but also encouraged teamwork and collaboration, essential skills for business students and future professionals. Building Connections: A Celebration of Friendship and Togetherness One of the key highlights of the picnic was its focus on building connections among students. In today’s fast-paced academic environment, events like this provide a rare opportunity for students to step away from their studies, interact with peers, and strengthen friendships. The team games and group activities were designed to foster a sense of unity and belonging, making it a valuable experience for students who value networking and community engagement. For students searching for ways to connect with peers or student life experiences, this picnic was a shining example of how to balance academics with social and extracurricular activities. A Feast to Remember: Delicious Food and Shared Moments No picnic is complete without great food, and this event delivered a grand feast that left everyone satisfied and happy. The organizers ensured a diverse menu that catered to all tastes, offering a mix of traditional and contemporary dishes. The meal was more than just a time to eat; it was a moment for students to share stories, laugh, and bond over delicious food. For students looking for campus events with great food or social gatherings, this picnic set a high standard for student-friendly outings. A Scenic Retreat: Relaxation and Rejuvenation Beyond the excitement of rides and games, the picnic also provided ample opportunities for relaxation and rejuvenation. Dream Holiday Park’s serene lakes, lush greenery, and shaded pathways offered a peaceful escape for students to unwind and recharge. Many participants took the time to explore the park, take photos, and enjoy the natural surroundings, making it a perfect blend of adventure and relaxation. For students searching for stress-relief activities or outdoor experiences, this picnic highlighted the importance of taking a break to appreciate nature and tranquility. Why This Event Matters for Students This picnic was more than just a day of fun; it was a celebration of student life and the strong community within the Faculty of Business Administration. It showcased how university events can play a vital role in enhancing student well-being, fostering friendships, and creating unforgettable memories. For students searching for student engagement opportunities, team-building activities, or fun university events, this picnic serves as an inspiration for what academic institutions can offer beyond the classroom. Conclusion: A Day to Remember The Faculty of Business Administration’s picnic at Dream Holiday Park was a resounding success, leaving all participants with cherished memories and a renewed sense of community spirit. It was a day that perfectly balanced adventure, relaxation, and connection, making it a model event for other universities and faculties to follow. For students looking to enhance their university experience, this picnic is a reminder of the importance of participating in extracurricular activities and building lasting relationships.

Feb 10, 2025

Recently, the Institutional Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) of Eastern University (EU) organized an insightful workshop on “EU Administration and Professionalism” under supervision of Professor Dr. Md. Ashraf Hossain, Director of IQAC, EU. Director requested Dr. Abul Bashar Khan, Registrar for his welcome address on EU administration, academic programs and extra curriculum activities. The workshop participants were newly joined faculty members and officials. The workshop sessions focused on important administrative and academic topics, such as various sections’ roles and responsibilities, EU services rules, advising and IT uses, exam rules and regulations, result submission and uploading, club activities, program funding and adjustments, etc. Prof. Md. Shamsul Huda, Treasurer of EU focused on program funding and adjustments, whereas Deputy Registrars, Mr. Farid Hossain (BOT) and Mr. G.M. Nafiun Hossain (HR) discussed on ACR, Service rules and regulations. Mr. Romij Uddin, Assistant Registrar highlighted the exam rules and regulations; and Mr. Md. Farhad Bhuiyan, Assistant Director, IT Section explained about Student advising and IT uses. After each sessions, Director of IQAC briefly provided his comments and remarks. This workshop not only enhanced knowledge but also fostering a deeper understanding of EU administrative systems and awareness-building on professionalism among participants toward efficient and smoothly running of the university. The workshop ended with closing remarks on more efficient academic and administrative culture as well as certificate distribution among the participants by Professor Dr. Shahid Akhtar Hossain, the honourable VC of EU.