Asian University for Women has inaugurated its math and science summer school 2025, funded by Chevron, in a ceremony held on the AUW campus on the MM Ali Road in Chattogram recently.
This year鈥檚 programme brings together 101 talented college girls from across Bangladesh for a month-long fun-based practical learning experience focused on STEM education, said a press release on Thursday.
Since its launch in 2019, the Chevron-sponsored AUW math and science summer school has been playing a pivotal role in inspiring young women to pursue higher education and careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.
This year鈥檚 cohort will engage in courses on mathematics, physics, chemistry, computer programming and public health, taught by both local and international faculty members.
The inauguration ceremony was graced by chief guest, Nurun Nahar Chowdhury, additional secretary, energy and mineral resources division.
She emphasised the vital importance of STEM education in driving national progress and empowering young women across the country.
The event began with a national anthem presentation by AUW鈥檚 international student choir.
Rubana Huq, vice-chancellor of AUW, delivered a welcome speech underscoring the university鈥檚 mission to educate and empower women across Asia.
Mohiuddin Ahsanul Kabir Chowdhury, director of the summer school, officially opened the event and introduced the faculty and teaching team.
Notable representatives from Chevron Bangladesh鈥擹ahir Uddin Mohammed Babur Khan, deputy director, corporate affairs, and AKM Arif Akter, head of community engagement and sustainability, expressed their continued support for AUW鈥檚 math and science summer school initiatives and reaffirmed their commitment to empowering young women in STEM fields.
Other speakers included Munal Mahbub, senior vice-president, Chittagong Women Chamber of Commerce and Industry; and Fatima Mary Sidotam, dean of students at AUW.
The ceremony also featured speeches from college principals and teachers鈥� Tanuj Roy, principal of Dinarpur College; AS Md Kamrul Haque Jewel, an assistant teacher from Scholarshome; and Jalal Uddin Rumi, vice-principal of Creative College.
Two alumnae, Nusrat Jahan Yamim and Shah Jafrin Sultana shared reflections on how the programme shaped their academic and personal journeys.
