IUB holds 21st, 22nd convocation

Independent University, Bangladesh (IUB) held its 21st and 22nd convocation virtually on October 26, said a press release.

Education Minister Dr Dipu Moni presided over the convocation ceremony and conferred the degrees on behalf of the president and the chancellor of the university. 

In her speech, the education minister stressed the importance of developing soft skills for our future graduates. She stated, "Our graduates need to enhance problem-solving skills, leadership skills and most importantly, communication skills so they can truly express themselves."

Syed Manzur Elahi, founding chairman of Apex Footwear Ltd and former adviser to a caretaker government, delivered the speech as convocation speaker.

Prof Kazi Shahidullah, chairman, University Grants Commission, was present as special guest.

A Matin Chowdhury, chairman of Board of Trustees (BoT); Nilufer Zafarullah, chairman of Education, Science, Technology and Cultural Development Trust (ESTCDT); Tanweer Hasan, PhD, vice chancellor, also delivered their speeches.

Pro-VC Prof Niaz Ahmed Khan presented a vote of thanks.    A total of 2,143 students of Bachelor and Master's degree programmes and disciplines received degrees under five different schools. In the 21st convocation, out of 1,279 graduates, 899 were from the undergraduate programmes while 380 received degrees in Masters's programmes. In the 22nd convocation, out of 864 graduates, 670 were from undergraduate programmes, while 194 students received degrees in Master's programmes.