Freshers’ Reception and Farewell Ceremony of the Department of Microbiology, University of Dhaka
The Freshers’ Reception for the 37th batch and the Farewell Ceremony for the 32nd batch of students of the Department of Microbiology, University of Dhaka, were held on Tuesday, 20 January 2026, at the Anwarul Azim Chowdhury Lecture Gallery. The event was graced by the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Academic) of the University of Dhaka, Professor Dr. Mamun Ahmed, as the Chief Guest.
The programme was chaired by the Chairperson of the Department, Professor Dr. Shakila Nargis Khan. Professor Dr. Md. Enamul Haque, Dean of the Faculty of Biological Sciences, attended the event as the Special Guest, while Professor (retd.) Dr. Ishtiaque Mahmud, Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, was present as the Guest of Honour. Prof. Dr. Anisur Rahman Khan, the seniormost faculty of the department, addressed the incoming and outgoing students. The vote of thanks was delivered by Assistant Professor Dr. Samina Momtaz. The programme was conducted by Master’s student Ankita Saha and fourth-year undergraduate student Md. Arafat Islam.
Professor (Retd.) Dr. Ishtiaque Mahmud was honoured during the ceremony in recognition of his distinguished academic service and valuable contributions to the Department of Microbiology, University of Dhaka.
In his address, the Chief Guest, Professor Dr. Mamun Ahmed, congratulated the newly admitted students and stated that they had earned the opportunity to study at the country’s premier university through a highly competitive admission process based on merit and competence. He emphasized that while the University of Dhaka offers equal opportunities and facilities to all students, certain limitations also exist. He urged students to seek solutions to any challenges through mutual discussion and cooperation. He further highlighted the importance of being mindful of others’ rights while striving to uphold one’s own, and stressed the need for students to excel in co-curricular activities alongside their academic pursuits.
The programme concluded with an engaging cultural performance.