AUST holds its 12th convocation

Ahsanullah University of Science and Technology (AUST) organised its 12th Convocation on May 14 at the Bangladesh-China Friendship Exhibition Center in Purbachal, Dhaka. The event honoured the achievements of graduating students and recognised their dedication to academic excellence and innovation.

Dr Salehuddin Ahmed, Adviser, Ministry of Finance and Ministry of Science and Technology, presided over the ceremony on behalf of the Chancellor of AUST and President of the People's Republic of Bangladesh. He conferred graduate and post-graduate degrees to 9426 students in different disciplines. In recognition of exceptional academic achievements, 11 students were awarded the "Khan Bahadur Ahsanullah Padak".

Dr Salehuddin Ahmed congratulated the new graduates and their families. Addressing the young graduates, he said, "We do not want you to be just a successful engineer, an expert in information technology, or a scientist. We want you to be a conscious citizen, a humane and visionary individual, and a patriotic person. Wherever you are, may you be a beacon of light for others."

AUST Vice-Chancellor Professor Dr Md Ashraful Hoque praised all graduates for their academic accomplishments. He requested the graduates to learn from their mistakes, remain humble in success, and persevere through failure. He also said, "Our students are not confined to achievements within the country only. They have also demonstrated their competence, generosity, and leadership on the international stage. They have made us proud, and I firmly believe they will continue to do so."

Professor Dr Ainun Nishat, a pioneering expert in water resource management and climate change in Bangladesh, graced the occasion as the convocation speaker. He extended heartfelt greetings and congratulations to everyone. Addressing the graduating students, he said, " Our country and the world are facing many challenges – climate change, technological transformation, economic inequality, and social unrest. But in your hands lies the power to be part of the solution. So, find a big purpose within your own work. Be empathetic to others, stand by those who suffer, and use your knowledge to make the world a better place."

Professor Dr Golam Rahman, Chairman of the Board of Trustees, AUST, greeted the graduates and said, "Our university has always emphasised moral education, research-based knowledge creation, and innovation. We want our graduates to rise not merely with the goal of securing jobs but with the capacity to create employment. Be entrepreneurs, innovators, and leaders." Members of the Board of Trustees, Treasurer, deans of the faculties, heads of all disciplines, Vice-Chancellors of other universities, members of the AUST syndicate, academic council, finance and development committee, faculty members, officers, parents, and guardians of the graduating students were present at the event. Professor Dr Mohammed Mahbubur Rahman, Pro-Vice-Chancellor of AUST, delivered the closing remarks.