Bangladesh branch campus of UCSI University held the orientation programme for the students of September semester on its campus in Banani in Dhaka on Saturday.
The event was attended by new students, their parents, and faculty members of the university, said a press release.
The inaugural ceremony of the orientation programme was graced by special guests, including Professor Mohd Kushairi bin Mohd Rajuddin from UCSI University Malaysia and registrar TS Khalid Abdullah bin Abu Bakar.Â
Welcoming the new students, speeches were delivered by Professor Golam Ahmed Faruqui, dean of the faculty of business and management; Professor Syed Akhter Hossain, dean of the faculty of computer science and digital innovation; provost Chan Joe Jim; and new students Nusrat Nurjahan and Mashrukur Rahman.
The event was hosted by two students, Shoshi Hossain and Md Ahnaf Fateh Hossain.Â
Professor Kushairi said, ‘By enrolling at UCSI University, you have made the right decision. It is ranked among the top 300 universities globally and ninth in Asia.’
Advising the students to engage more in extracurricular activities, he added, ‘Learn to ask more questions. The more you ask in class, the more new worlds will open up for you.’
Khalid Abdullah said, ‘Your higher education journey has begun with one of the world’s leading universities. This path is both challenging and full of opportunities. Use this chance to build your future wisely.’
Professor Golam Ahmed Faruqui stated, ‘Young people have the power to change themselves and their country positively.’
Syed Akhter Hossain welcomed the new students, saying, ‘Your journey to fulfil your dreams has begun.’
He also emphasised the importance of students becoming more humane.Â
Chan Joe Jim stated, ‘UCSI University is always committed to providing international-standard education.’
He also highlighted the credit transfer facilities available to students.
