City Desk :
Professor Nakib Muhammad Nasrullah, Vice-Chancellor of Islamic University (IU), underscored the university’s mission to provide globally competitive education and research at the Islamic University Alumni Association (IUAA) general meeting on Friday.
Addressing attendees as the event’s chief guest, he emphasized that the university is distinct in its commitment to integrating modern and Islamic education, aiming to forge an academic path unique to Bangladesh, reports UNB.
Held at the Bangabandhu International Conference Center (BICC) in Sher-E-Bangla Nagar, Dhaka, the meeting drew a crowd of around 3,000 registered alumni.
The role of the alumni is pivotal in supporting the university’s growth and preserving its dignity, Prof. Nasrullah said. He called on the IUAA to strengthen its involvement in advancing IU’s mission, particularly as the university continues to embody an international character through its founding vision.
Alumni convener Muhammad Nazmul Haque Saeedi chaired the meeting, with member secretary Muhammad Abdul Hai delivering the opening remarks. Several esteemed university figures and alumni leaders also spoke, including DIG Dr. Md. Ashrafur Rahman, Professor Dr. Md. Abdul Hannan, and Advocate Abdul Awal.