NSU Launches ‘Frontiers in Environmental Thought’ Distinguished Lecture Series. North South University’s (NSU) Department of Environmental Science and Management (ESM), in collaboration with the Earth Club, inaugurated its distinguished lecture series, Frontiers in Environmental Thought, a new academic initiative designed to promote intellectual exchange and advance contemporary discourse on environmental science, education, and sustainability.
The lecture was held on Thursday, July 9, 2026, from 2:30 PM to 3:30 PM at AUDI 801, North South University. The event was graced by the presence of Professor Nasar U. Ahmed, Pro-Vice Chancellor of North South University, and Professor Dr. Dipak Kumar Mitra, Dean of the School of Humanities and Social Sciences (SHLS), whose participation reflected the University’s continued support for academic excellence and collaborative scholarship.
The inaugural lecture was delivered by Professor Emeritus A. T. M. Nurul Amin, one of Bangladesh’s most respected environmental scholars. In his keynote address, “Frontier of Environmental Education: Road Less Travelled,” he reflected on the evolution of environmental education, its growing significance in addressing global environmental issues, and the opportunities and challenges that lie ahead. Drawing upon decades of academic leadership and scholarship, Professor Amin shared valuable insights into the role of environmental education in fostering sustainable development and shaping future generations of environmental professionals.
The event brought together faculty members, students, researchers, alumni, and members of the wider academic community. Beyond marking the beginning of a distinguished lecture series, the occasion reaffirmed the Department of Environmental Science and Management’s longstanding commitment to advancing environmental knowledge and creating opportunities for meaningful engagement with leading scholars whose work continues to influence environmental thought and practice.
The Department of Environmental Science and Management and the Earth Club expressed their appreciation to all participants for making the inaugural session a success. The event concluded with enthusiasm and inspiration, setting the stage for future editions of the Frontiers in Environmental Thought lecture series and further strengthening the culture of academic dialogue and environmental scholarship at North South University.
Since its establishment in 1994, the Department of Environmental Science and Management has remained committed to excellence in teaching, research, and scholarship in environmental science and management. The launch of this lecture series marked a significant milestone in the department’s academic journey, creating a platform where distinguished scholars and thought leaders could share pioneering ideas, inspire critical thinking, and strengthen interdisciplinary dialogue on pressing environmental challenges.