BRAC University holds its 16th Convocation
BRAC University organised its 16th convocation today (Tuesday, 25 February 2025) at the Bangladesh-China Friendship Exhibition Centre in Purbachal, Dhaka, celebrating the theme "Excellence in You." The event honoured the achievements of graduating students and recognised their dedication to academic excellence and innovation.
Four thousand eight hundred twenty-nine students received degrees, and at the graduation ceremony, 2 Chancellor's gold medals and 28 Vice-Chancellor's gold medals were awarded in various categories.
Professor Wahiduddin Mahmud, Honourable Adviser to the Ministry of Education, was the chief guest, and Professor Syed Ferhat Anwar, Vice-Chancellor of BRAC University, presented the Vice-Chancellor's gold medals.
Sharmeen Obaid Chinoy, an Academy Award-winning filmmaker and journalist, was the convocation speaker. Tamara Hasan Abed, Chairperson of the Board of Trustees of BRAC University, was also present.
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Chinoy urged the graduates to hold onto their convictions and follow their hearts. She also asked them to learn from life's trials, pointing out that failures were stepping stones, as when the door to one endeavour closes, another naturally opens. She added that building on the promise of democracy, ensuring that every voice is heard, and speaking out fearlessly for what is right is as essential as having the courage to stand up is necessary.
Valedictorian and Chancellor's gold medalist (Undergraduate Program) Shihab Muhtasim gave the farewell speech. The valedictorian said that if one truly wishes to succeed in an endeavour, it is essential to enjoy it. Small changes in mindset can have a significant impact. He also urged students to improve and carry BRAC University's values throughout life.
Tamara Hasan Abed said sustainable change requires ethical leaders who create sensible human beings and help others reach their potential. "We need to rethink our lives beyond material needs and through collective understanding to establish a new trajectory for the Global South," she added.
Professor Wahiduddin said that by joining last August's protests, BRAC University students proved that private university students focus on their careers and try to do good for society. He urged the graduates to carry out their responsibilities honestly in their respective sectors to do good for society. Do not choose a profession for the money it helps to earn or the glamour that it draws; instead, focus on what the heart yearns for, he said, adding that focus must remain on maintaining a moral compass as no nation can indeed be great without it.
The Vice-Chancellor, Professor Ferhat Anwar, asked the graduates to learn the art of embracing change, a natural process, for spiritual and personal growth. He said that life-altering processes take time to heal, and a humanistic approach leads to human well-being.
Dr. Sadia Hamid Kazi, Chair of the Convocation Committee and Chairperson of the Department of Computer Science and Engineering, gave the vote of thanks.
Pubali Bank was one of the convocation's sponsors, while MM Ispahani Limited was the hot beverage partner.
Aspiring to be a leading institution in the Global South, BRAC University shapes future leaders who excel academically and possess the skills and confidence to apply their knowledge in the real world. With a commitment to empathy and ethics, they go on to drive meaningful societal progress.
