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The Department of Journalism and Media Studies at Stamford University Bangladesh organized a special recognition program titled ‘Folabortan’ to honor students for their academic achievements, creative work, skills, classroom performance, and co-curricular activities.
The program was held on 18 August (Tuesday) in the auditorium of the university’s Siddheswari campus. A total of 71 students received certificates and recognition across 19 categories, based on their academic results, classroom performance, skills, creative activities, and participation in co-curricular programs during the semester.
Professor Dr. Sharif Nafe As-Saber, Vice-Chancellor of Stamford University Bangladesh, attended the event as the chief guest. He commended the initiative, highlighting its importance in nurturing students’ talents, and expressed optimism that the department would uphold the tradition going forward.
Professor Quazi Abdul Mannan, Dean of the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences and Chairman of the Department of Journalism and Media Studies, inaugurated the program. He praised the well-organized initiative and highlighted the significance of encouraging students’ creativity.
University Registrar Abdul Matin mentioned that assessing their creative work together with CGPA can encourage students to improve further. Assistant Professor Samiya Asadi gave the welcoming speech.
Department faculty member Fahrista Siddique stated that ‘Folabortan’ was more than just an award ceremony; it was an initiative aimed at acknowledging students’ talents and hidden potential, while also inspiring them to reach greater heights in the future.
Based on student feedback, the initiative assessed students not just on academic achievements but also on their creative skills and projects. ‘Folabortan’ united teachers and students, functioning beyond a simple awards event; it acted as a special platform to cultivate the talents and potential of future media experts. Faculty members from the Department of Journalism and Media Studies, along with students, also attended the program.