NSU Welcomes Freshers at Summer 2026 Orientation. North South University (NSU) hosted its Summer Orientation 2026 program today at the NSU Plaza Area to welcome newly admitted students.
Mr. Mahdi Amin, Hon’ble Adviser to the Prime Minister, Ministry of Education, Primary and Mass Education, Expatriates’ Welfare and Overseas Employment, & Labour and Employment, Government of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh, attended the event as the Chief Guest. The program was also graced by the presence of Mr. Aziz Al Kaiser, Chairman, Board of Trustees, NSU, as the Special Guest. Mr. M. A. Kashem, Founder Member & Former Chairman, Board of Trustees, NSU; Mr. Benajir Ahmed, Founder Life Member & Former Chairman, Board of Trustees, NSU; Mrs. Yasmin Kamal, Member, Board of Trustees, NSU; and Mrs. Rehana Rahman, Member, Board of Trustees, NSU, attended the orientation program as Guests of Honour. Professor Abdul Hannan Chowdhury, Vice-Chancellor of NSU, served as the Session Chair, alongside Dr Nasar Uddin Ahmed, Pro Vice-Chancellor, NSU.
NSU Welcomes Freshers at Summer 2026 Orientation
The program commenced with the recitation of the Holy Quran and the playing of the National Anthem, followed by a screening of the NSU documentary. NSU Registrar Dr. Ahmed Tazmeen delivered the welcome address to the new students.
Professor Md. Rizwanul Islam, Dean of the School of Humanities and Social Sciences; Professor Shazzad Hosain, Dean of the School of Engineering and Physical Sciences; Professor Dipak Kumar Mitra, Dean of the School of Health and Life Sciences; and Professor AKM Waresul Karim, Dean of the School of Business and Economics, attended the event, representing their respective schools.
A total of 98 students were awarded scholarships at various levels, including 18 recipients of 100 percent merit scholarships, in recognition of their outstanding performance in the Bachelor’s (Honours) admission test.
Mr. Mahdi Amin said, “Our goal is to build an education system that combines knowledge and skills and prepares students for the real world. Education should not remain limited to textbooks; strong connections with industry, extracurricular activities, and practical exposure are equally important. At the same time, universities must nurture discipline, morality, and integrity while becoming true hubs of intellectual growth. We aim to ensure an education system that develops skilled, employable, and responsible citizens for the future.”
Mr. Aziz Al Kaiser, Chairman, Board of Trustees, NSU, said, “We deeply value and appreciate the trust placed in NSU, and we consider it a great responsibility. We remain firmly committed to nurturing our students with care, discipline, and integrity. At NSU, students are not seen merely as learners, but as future citizens who grow into responsible, ethical, empathetic, and respectful members of society.”
Mr. M. A. Kashem, Founder Life Member & Former Chairman, Board of Trustees, NSU, said, “NSU has signed MOUs with universities in the USA, Australia, and Europe, and many international institutions are interested in joint academic and research collaboration. We also plan to establish an International Medical Research Institute and a Nursing Training Centre, as there is a growing global demand for skilled nurses. Through our Honorable Chief Guest, I would like to request the Honorable Prime Minister to consider this proposal. Such initiatives will help reduce overseas medical expenses, retain foreign currency, and strengthen Bangladesh’s healthcare system and economy.”
Mr. Benajir Ahmed, Founder Life Member & Former Chairman, Board of Trustees, NSU, remarked, “University life is not confined within four walls; it is a time to discover yourself and prepare to change the world. A university can give you a degree, but your character and courage can lead you to greatness.”
Professor Abdul Hannan Chowdhury, Vice-Chancellor, NSU, said to the students, “Be passionate and sincere from your very first semester until the completion of your journey at North South University. This university is not here only to hand out certificates or degrees; it truly believes in giving students real knowledge and guiding them to become future leaders. Here, students are encouraged to think independently, be creative, and develop an innovative mindset that will help them succeed in life and contribute to society.”
Dr. Nasar U. Ahmed, Pro Vice-Chancellor, NSU, delivered the vote of thanks. The program concluded with a captivating cultural performance by members of the North South University Shangskritik Shangathan (NSUSS).