North South University (NSU) hosted the 25th Convocation Ceremony on December 7 at the Bangladesh-China Friendship Exhibition Centre, Purbachal, Dhaka.
Over 8000 students were awarded graduation degrees in this event. Hon’ble Education and Planning Adviser Professor Wahiduddin Mahmud presided over the convocation. He conferred degrees on behalf of the Honourable President Mohammed Shahabuddin, who serves as the Chancellor of all universities in the country.
The ceremony commenced with a recitation from the Holy Quran, and the national anthem was played. Professor Md. Mamun Molla, Chair, Department of Mathematics & Physics and Convocation Marshal, delivered the opening remarks, welcoming distinguished guests, faculty members, and graduates.
After the degrees were conferred by the Hon’ble Advisor and Convocation Chair, Chancellor’s Gold Medals and Vice Chancellor’s Gold Medals were awarded to 20 outstanding students, accompanied by their proud parents. The valedictorians from the 2022 and 2023 graduating batches delivered heartfelt speeches, reflecting on their journeys and aspirations.
Gwyn Lewis, UN Resident Coordinator for Bangladesh, was the Convocation Speaker. She said, “Bangladesh now stands on the cusp of transformation. It is now up to you, the next generation of leaders, to rise to the challenge, continue the fight for justice, and lead your nation to be a beacon of hope, respect, and equality for the generations to come.”
Azim Uddin Ahmed, Chairman of the NSU Board of Trustees, congratulated the graduating students on their achievements and commended their hard work, dedication, and resilience. He said, “Today marks the fulfilment of long-cherished dreams for our graduates. It is a day of pride and joy for all of us, celebrating their perseverance and success.”
The event also featured inspiring speeches by Professor Abdul Hannan Chowdhury, Vice-Chancellor of NSU. He said, “I am reminded of our shared responsibility to create a sustainable and inclusive future. The educated minds we nurture at NSU hold the key to this vision. With your degrees, you are not just graduates but agents of change, ambassadors of excellence, and torchbearers of NSU’s mission.”
Prof. Dr. AKM Waresul Karim, Dean of the School of Business and Economics, NSU; Prof. Dr. Md. Rizwanul Islam, Dean of the School of Humanities and Social Sciences, NSU; Prof. Dr Shazzad Hosain, Dean of the School of Engineering and Physical Sciences, NSU; Prof. Dr Dipak Kumar Mitra, Dean of the School of Health and Life Sciences, NSU presented degree candidates to the Adviser.
Hon’ble Adviser Professor Wahiduddin Mahmud remarked, “This is a transition period. Our government strives to stabilise and ensure a peaceful shift to democratic governance. We believe this student-led uprising will be successful if it transforms our nation into an ideal, democratic society.”
He added, “For many years, meritocracy has been undervalued in our education system and the broader governance of the country. We have grossly underestimated our talents while witnessing a decline in our general moral standards. In such challenging circumstances, you deserve special congratulations for overcoming the odds and being fortunate enough to thrive in one of the country’s premier educational institutions.”
The program concluded with the departure of the Hon’ble Adviser, leaving behind an atmosphere of pride and inspiration.
