MDISC STEM Fest concluded
City Desk :
Manarat Dhaka International School and College (MDISC) initiated the two-day ‘MDISC STEM Fest-2026’, organised by the Manarat Science Club, to make science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education more practical, innovative, and appealing to students.
The closing ceremony and award distribution took place on Saturday. It began at 2:30 pm with a recitation from the Holy Quran.
Dhaka University Dean of the Faculty of Biological Sciences, Professor Dr. Md. Enamul Haque, attended as the chief guest.
College Principal Brigadier General (Retd) SM Mahbub-ul-Alam, OSP, SGP, NDC, PSC (Retd.), chaired the event. In his address, he emphasised that scientific inquiry aligns with Islamic beliefs, serving as a vital means to comprehend the signs of the Creator.
Highlighting Muslim scholars’ historical contributions in medicine, mathematics, and algebra, he urged students to reclaim this glorious legacy, says a press release.
Quoting Albert Einstein and the Holy Quran, the principal noted that technological progress not only simplifies life but also deepens understanding of life’s purpose and divine signs. He expressed hope that science would be harnessed for humanity’s welfare and moral development.
Concluding, he advised students to pursue both worldly success and spiritual fulfillment in the hereafter, combining academic excellence, ethics, and faith to lead globally in the future.
College Vice Principal Mohammad Anwarul Karim also spoke. Other attendees included Vice Principals Tahmina Yasmin, Tahmina Akter (Girls’ Section Coordinator), MA Mahsin Kureshi (Boys’ Section Coordinator), organising committee convener Dr. Md. Maksudul Alam, Rokshana Khanam, and faculty members.
Organizers stated the fest would spark students’ interest in science and technology, fostering future researchers and innovators.
The event concluded with awards for winners in olympiads, robotics competitions, project displays, and other segments, followed by a captivating cultural program, thanks-giving, and a photo session.
Earlier, over the two days, events included computer science olympiad, robotics contests, fun segments, tech talks, and project displays.
On the first day (January 9), mathematics olympiad, general science olympiad, biology-chemistry olympiad, physics olympiad, and chess competitions were held. Students showcased innovative projects, tech ideas, and scientific analyses, impressing judges.