News

Feb 10, 2026

It is with immense pride and joy that Eastern University announces a historic achievement. For the very first time in the university’s history, the team from the Eastern University Moot Court Society (EUMCS) has qualified for the International Rounds of the Monroe E. Price Media Law Moot Court Competition 2025-26. This prestigious international event is scheduled to be held from April 14th to April 16th, 2026, at the Bonavero Institute of Human Rights, Faculty of Law, University of Oxford. The EUMCS team, comprising Md Sakib Khondoker, Jonayed Al Ratul, and Mehbuba Akter Maria, earned this qualification by demonstrating exceptional merit at the 16th South Asia Regional Rounds. This round, held virtually from February 6th to 8th, 2026, was hosted by National Law University (NLU), Delhi, in collaboration with the Centre for Communication Governance at NLU Delhi and the Bonavero Institute of Human Rights, University of Oxford. Notably, this marks the first time any team from Bangladesh has secured a position in the Semifinals of the regional round, adding further glory to the team's success. Furthermore, Eastern University will be the sole representative from Bangladesh on this international stage this year. The Monroe E. Price Media Law Moot Court Competition, established in 2008, is recognized as one of the most respected global mooting competitions. Named in honor of Professor Monroe E. Price, the founder of the Programme in Comparative Media Law and Policy (PCMLP) at the University of Oxford, the competition serves as a unique platform for students to debate and explore complex legal issues related to freedom of expression and international law. It particularly encourages students from developing countries to engage in informed debates regarding international norms of free speech and the intersection of law and technology. This landmark achievement is a shining example of Eastern University’s commitment to legal excellence and rigorous academic inquiry. The Faculty of Law and the Eastern University Moot Court Society (EUMCS) express their heartfelt gratitude to the coaches, faculty members, and supportive peers whose proper guidance and unwavering support played a pivotal role in reaching this milestone. Eastern University is thrilled to celebrate the success of the EUMCS team and looks forward to their continued excellence on the global stage. The university extends its very best wishes to the team as they prepare to represent Eastern University in this prestigious arena, upholding the principles of freedom of expression and international law. Good luck to Team EUMCS on this incredible opportunity to prove their merit internationally!

Jan 25, 2026

𝐄𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐒𝐞𝐜𝐮𝐫𝐞𝐬 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝟏𝟎𝐭𝐡 𝐁𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐥𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐬𝐡 𝐐𝐮𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐟𝐲𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐑𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐏𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐩 𝐂. 𝐉𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐮𝐩 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐋𝐚𝐰 𝐌𝐨𝐨𝐭 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐭 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 Eastern University emerged as the National Champion at the 10th Bangladesh Qualifying Rounds of the Philip C. Jessup International Law Moot Court Competition 2026 and has qualified for the International Rounds, once again representing Bangladesh on the global stage. In the final round, Eastern University competed against the University of Dhaka. The championship-winning team comprised Sakib Khondoker (Researcher), Zarin Sadaf Lopa and Parisha Mehezabeen (Oralists), and Md. Sakib Sarker (Additional Researcher) —coached by A.B.M. Imdadul Haque Khan and Md. Omar Farque Tamim —demonstrated exceptional legal research, incisive arguments, and confident advocacy to claim the national title. The Philip C. Jessup International Law Moot Court Competition is the largest and most prestigious moot court competition for law students worldwide and is widely known as the “World Cup Moot.” The Bangladesh Qualifying Rounds of Jessup 2026 were organized by Jessup Bangladesh and the ILSA Bangladesh Chapter, in association with Hearth Bangladesh, Konrad Adenauer Stiftung, and AIUB, marking the tenth consecutive year of the competition in Bangladesh. This year’s national rounds witnessed a record participation of 48 law schools from across the country, making it the largest national Jessup competition in South Asia and the third largest in the world. Among the ten editions of the Bangladesh Qualifying Rounds held to date, Eastern University’s qualification marks its sixth advancement to the international rounds, including four championships and two runner-up finishes—a testament to its sustained excellence in mooting. Upon their return, the team was warmly congratulated by Honorable Vice Chancellor Professor Dr. Farid A. Sobhani, Treasurer Professor Md. Shamsul Huda, and Registrar Dr. Abul Basher Khan, followed by a celebratory photo session. The Department of Law also accorded the team a red-carpet welcome and hosted a reception at Rezakul Haider Hall, Eastern University. Eastern University takes immense pride in the success of its mooting team and looks forward to their continued excellence at the international level. Congratulations to the team on this remarkable achievement.

Jan 27, 2026

২৭ জানুয়ারী ২০২৬ ইং ইস্টার্ন ইউনিভার্সিটির নিজস্ব ক্যাম্পাসে স্প্রিং-২০২৬ সেমিস্টারের শিক্ষার্থীদের নবীন বরণ অনুষ্ঠিত হয়েছে। এসময় নতুন শিক্ষার্থীদের ইস্টার্ন ইউনিভার্সিটি পরিবারে স্বাগত জানানো হয়। অনুষ্ঠানে ইস্টার্ন ইউনিভার্সিটির মাননীয় উপাচার্য অধ্যাপক ড. ফরিদ আহমদ সোবহানীর সভাপতিত্বে প্রধান অতিথি হিসেবে বক্তব্য প্রদান করেন ঢাকা বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের উপাচার্য অধ্যাপক ড. নিয়াজ আহমেদ খান। বিশেষ অতিথি হিসেবে বক্তৃতা দিয়েছেন মডার্ন ই-লার্নিং এর প্রতিষ্ঠাতা ও জর্জ ওয়াশিংটন বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়, ইউএসএ এর সাবেক অধ্যাপক ড. বদরুল হুদা খান এবং ইস্টার্ন ইউনিভার্সিটি বোর্ড অব ট্রাস্টিজ এর চেয়ারম্যান ব্যারিস্টার সাফায়েত মোহাম্মদ রাজু। সম্মানিত অতিথি হিসেবে বক্তব্য দিয়েছে ইস্টার্ন ইউনিভার্সিটির প্রাক্তন শিক্ষার্থী স্পেশাল ট্রাইব্যুনাল, মহানগর দায়রা জজ আদালত এর অতিরিক্ত পাবলিক প্রসিকিউটর এডভোকেট মোঃ আব্দুল্লাহ আল মামুন। বক্তরা তাদের বক্তব্যে শিক্ষার্থীদেরকে মনোযোগী, নৈতিক ও পেশাগতভাবে দক্ষ নাগরিক হিসেবে গড়ে ওঠার আহ্বান জানান। তারা উচ্চশিক্ষার মাধ্যমে সমাজে নেতৃত্ব সৃষ্টির গুরুত্ব নিয়েও আলোচনা করেন। অনুষ্ঠানে নতুন শিক্ষার্থীদের বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের একাডেমিক কাঠামো, বিভিন্ন সেবা, ক্লাব কার্যক্রম ও ক্যাম্পাস লাইফ সম্পর্কে ধারণা দেওয়া হয়। পরিশেষে শিক্ষার্থীদের পরিবেশনায় মনোজ্ঞ সাংস্কৃতিক অনুষ্ঠানের মধ্য দিয়ে অনুষ্ঠানটি শেষ হয়। অনুষ্ঠানে আরো বক্তব্য রাখেন ইস্টার্ন ইউনিভার্সিটির ট্রেজারার প্রফেসর মো. শামসুল হুদা, রেজিস্ট্রার ড. আবুল বাশার খান, প্রযুক্তি ও প্রকৌশলী অনুষদের ডীন প্রফেসর ড. মো. মাহফুজুর রহমান, আইন অনুষদের ডীন এ.বি.এম. ইমদাদুল হক খান, ব্যবসায় প্রশাসন অনুষদের ডীন প্রফেসর ব্রিগেডিয়ার জেনারেল ড. একেএম ইকবাল আজিম, এনডিসি, পিএসসি, জি+ (অব.), কলা অনুষদের ডীন ড. শাফিয়া আখতার, জীবন বিজ্ঞান অনুষদের এডভাইজার প্রফেসর ড. ফিরোজ আহমেদ প্রমুখ। তারা উপস্থিত সকল অতিথি, শিক্ষক, কর্মকর্তা ও শিক্ষার্থীদের ধন্যবাদ জ্ঞাপন করেন এবং নতুন শিক্ষার্থীদের সফল শিক্ষাজীবনের শুভকামনা জানান।

Jan 23, 2026

Eastern University marked the sacred occasion of Sri Sri Saraswati Puja on 23 January 2026 in an atmosphere filled with reverence and celebration. Held at the Eastern University Playground, the program brought together faculty members, students, and university officials to participate in Pushpanjali, seeking blessings from Goddess Saraswati, the symbol of knowledge, wisdom, and creativity. We sincerely thank everyone who took part in the celebration and helped make the event graceful and memorable. Your presence added true value to this auspicious day.

Jan 20, 2026

Eastern University and United Healthcare have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen cooperation in healthcare services for students, faculty members, and staff. The MoU signing ceremony was held yesterday at the United Medical College Hospital. The MoU was signed on behalf of Eastern University by Honorable Vice Chancellor Professor Dr. Farid A. Sobhani, and on behalf of United Healthcare by Mohammad Faizur Rahman, Chief Executive Officer (Healthcare Division), United Group. Representing Eastern University at the ceremony were K. M. Monirul Islam, Deputy Director, Office of Student Affairs and Placement, and Md. Mohiuddin Majumder, Assistant Director, Public Relations. From United Healthcare, Tareq Sami Rahman, Head of Customer Relations Department & Corporate Marketing, was also present. Under the agreement, students, faculty members, and officers and staff of Eastern University will receive exclusive discounts on medical treatment, diagnostic tests, and cabin services at United Healthcare. Both institutions expressed optimism that this collaboration will enhance access to quality healthcare for the university community and pave the way for expanded cooperation in the future.

Jan 14, 2026

বুধবার ইস্টার্ন ইউনিভার্সিটির রেজাকুল হায়দার হলে ইস্টার্ন ইউনিভার্সিটি বোর্ড অব ট্রাস্টিজ ও ইস্টার্ন ইউনিভার্সিটি ফাউন্ডেশনের বর্তমান চেয়ারম্যান ব্যারিস্টার সাফায়েত মোহাম্মদ রাজু–কে ফুলেল সংবর্ধনার মাধ্যমে উষ্ণ অভ্যর্থনা জানানো হয়। উপাচার্য প্রফেসর ড. ফরিদ আহমদ সোবহানীর সভাপতিত্বে আয়োজিত এ অনুষ্ঠানে বিভিন্ন অনুষদের ডিন, বিভাগীয় প্রধান, শিক্ষক, কর্মকর্তা ও কর্মচারীবৃন্দ উপস্থিত ছিলেন। অনুষ্ঠানে চেয়ারম্যান ব্যারিস্টার সাফায়েত মোহাম্মদ রাজু বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের চলমান ও ভবিষ্যৎ উন্নয়নমূলক কর্মকাণ্ড নিয়ে বক্তব্য দেন। তিনি নৈতিক শিক্ষা, গবেষণা এবং শিক্ষা কার্যক্রমকে আরও শক্তিশালী করার ওপর গুরুত্বারোপ করেন। শিক্ষার্থীদের প্রতি আরও মনোযোগী হওয়া এবং তাদের সর্বোচ্চ অগ্রাধিকার দেওয়ার আহ্বান জানিয়ে তিনি বলেন, শিক্ষার্থীরাই আগামী দিনের নেতৃত্ব দেবে এবং বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়কে সামনে এগিয়ে নিয়ে যাবে। এ সময় তিনি শিক্ষার্থীদের প্রযুক্তিগত দক্ষতা বৃদ্ধিতে গৃহীত উদ্যোগের কথা উল্লেখ করে জানান, ইতোমধ্যে ১,২০০-এর অধিক শিক্ষার্থীকে মাইক্রোসফট কোপাইলট এআই-এর প্রো ভার্সনের বিনামূল্যের এক্সেস প্রদান করা হয়েছে। ইস্টার্ন ইউনিভার্সিটি কর্তৃপক্ষ নতুন চেয়ারম্যানকে সাদরে গ্রহণের মধ্য দিয়ে নতুন বছরের কার্যক্রমের সূচনা করে এবং তাঁর নেতৃত্বে বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের অগ্রযাত্রা আরও বেগবান হবে বলে আশাবাদ ব্যক্ত করা হয়।

Jan 06, 2026

Eastern University, through its Institutional Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC), successfully organized two capacity-building sessions on 6 January 2026 at Rezakul Haider Hall. Both sessions were presided over by the Honorable Vice Chancellor of Eastern University, Professor Dr. Farid A. Sobhani. 🔹 Session I (Administrative Development Session): “Strengthening Teamwork for a Positive Workplace Environment” The session was conducted by Ms. Nilufer Ahmed Karim, Free-lance Gender and Management Consultant and Trainer, and Former Faculty Member, Bangladesh Institute of Management (BIM), Ministry of Industries. The discussion highlighted the importance of teamwork, effective communication, and fostering a positive workplace culture. 🔹 Session II (Faculty Development Session): “From Lecturers to Leaders: Faculty as Change Agents” The session was facilitated by Prof. Dr. Syed Saad Andaleeb, Distinguished Professor Emeritus, Pennsylvania State University, USA, and Former Honorable Vice-Chancellor of BRAC University. The session emphasized leadership development and the pivotal role of faculty members as agents of change in higher education. The sessions reflect Eastern University’s continued commitment to professional development, quality assurance, and institutional excellence.

Dec 11, 2025

We are pleased to share that EU Day Out 2025 was held on 11 December 2025 at Shaldah Eco Resort, Gazipur organized by the Department of Computer Science and Engineering, Eastern University. This event was arranged for the trainees who have awarded certificates of Digital Skills Training for students, a premier learning opportunity presented by the EDGE Project of Bangladesh Computer Council and ICT Division through IIT, Jahangirnagar University. About 150 students from B. Sc. in CSE, LL. B and MBA programs were present in the program. The event was graced by Prof. Dr. Farid A. Sobhani, Vice Chancellor of EU as chief guest and all members of Eastern University Working Committee were also present. The event was filled with fun and excitement through activities such as pillow passing, football, hari vanga, swimming and cultural segment. Faculty members, officials, students and supporting staffs enjoyed every moment of the day creating unforgettable memories through laughter, teamwork and joyful engagement. It truly reflected the lively spirit and togetherness of the Eastern University community. #EasternUniversity #dayout #shaldahresort #Gazipur #CSE #ICT #BCC #EDGEproject

Dec 12, 2025

Professor Dr. Md. Anowar Zahid is a distinguished legal scholar, widely recognized for his contributions to comparative law, international business law, and Islamic law. He holds an LLB (Hons) and an LLM from the University of Dhaka. He earned his PhD from the University of Manchester, UK following an LLM from Dalhousie University, Canada. He currently serves remotely as Vice-President (Conferences & Publications) at the Nature Science Research and Innovation Centre (NSRIC), Toronto, and as Legal Advisor to NSRIC Green Supplies Inc., Toronto. Professor Zahid served as Dean of the School of Law at Eastern University from 2018 to 2023. Prior to joining Eastern University, he was an Associate Professor and the Director of the Centre for International Law and Siyar (CILAS) at the National University of Malaysia (UKM). Earlier, he was an Associate Professor of Law at the University of Dhaka.

Dec 05, 2025

Students from the Prothom Alo Bondhushava Club of Eastern University proudly took part in a special daylong workshop focused on digital fact-checking and online verification, held on 5 December 2025 at the Prothom Alo Office in Karwan Bazar, Dhaka. A total of eleven club members participated in the intensive training titled “Question Everything You See Online: Training on Quick Fact-Checking & Verification.” The program was jointly organized by Bondhushava and Dismislab, with support from Deshi-Foods. Throughout the workshop, participants engaged in a series of insightful sessions designed to strengthen their ability to navigate the digital world responsibly. In the first session, Miraj Ahmed Chowdhury, Managing Director of Digitally Right, discussed the importance of critical thinking in evaluating online content. The second session was led by Touhidul Islam Rasu, Research Officer at Dismislab, who focused on effective information verification methods and source assessment techniques. In the third session, Yaseer Abrar, also a Research Officer at Dismislab, trained participants on detecting misleading photos and videos through reverse search tools, metadata analysis, and practical verification techniques. A special highlight of the event was the presence of renowned writer and Prothom Alo representative Mr. Anisul Haque, who emphasized Prothom Alo’s commitment to promoting responsible information verification among young people. He encouraged participants to stay vigilant about misinformation and introduced the guest trainers who conducted the sessions. The program further covered techniques for identifying AI-generated visuals and texts, as well as methods for using global digital archives to verify old images, videos, and historical content. These sessions provided valuable hands-on experience with modern fact-checking tools and real-time verification practices. By the end of the day, participants gained a strong foundation in fact-checking methodologies, developed faster techniques to validate social media content, and built greater confidence in detecting misinformation. They also received Certificates of Participation and had the opportunity to network with fellow learners and digital literacy enthusiasts, making the workshop highly enriching and impactful.