DIU  also  commemorated  the  92nd  birthday  of  Professor  Philip   Kotler,  widely   recognized   as    the Father  of  Modern  Marketing,  with   a   cake- cutting      ceremony       on       the       same       day. 

The  theme  for  this  year's  event   was  "Marketing's  Role  in  Creating  SMART  Nations and  SMART  Citizens,"  with   a  specific    focus   on  engaging  Bangladesh's  youth   and    promoting the       development       of        SMART      citizens.

The highlight of the event was a live panel discussion featuring Professor Philip Kotler and other marketing experts. During the session, Professor Kotler shared insights on the future landscape of marketing.As part of the Asia Marketing Day celebration at DIU, a panel discussion on "How Entrepreneurial Marketing Essence Can Help Shape Future Smart Citizens" took place. The distinguished speakers included Mr. Mahesh Swar, President of the           Nepalese       Marketing 

Association, and Mr. Biplob Ghosh Rahul, CEO and Founder of ECourier Limited. The chief guest for the event was Professor Dr. M. Lutfar Rahman, Honorable Vice Chancellor of DIU. The discussion session was facilitated by Dr. Tanvir Fittin Abir, Associate Professor of DBA and Director of CDC, DIU, and Dr. Mohammad Shibli Shahriar, Associate Professor of DBA, DIU. Professor Dr. Mohammed Masum Iqbal, Dean of the Faculty

of Business and Entrepreneurship at DIU, chaired the session, while Mr. Md. Kamruzzaman, Assistant Professor and Head of the Department of Innovation and Entrepreneurship at the Faculty of Business and Entrepreneurship, DIU, served as the moderator. The speakers emphasized various aspects of entrepreneurial marketing and smart citizenship, illustrating how entrepreneurial marketing contributes to the shaping of smart citizens.

The distinguished delegation took a captivating tour of our vibrant DIU campus, immersing themselves in the knowledge-rich environment of our state-of-the-art library, and discovering the extensive indoor and 

outdoor sports grounds. They also paid a visit to the esteemed Department of Physical Education & Sports Science, igniting a flame of potential for future partnerships.

TCTL of HRDI at Daffodil International University proudly recognizes the exemplary teaching practices of outstanding faculty members with the prestigious Excellence in Teaching Award 2023. The ceremony, held on May 22, 2023, at Daffodil International University, celebrated the remarkable achievements of educators who have made a significant impact on student learning and development. DIU recognized 14 other promising teachers from various departments  of   Daffodil  International   University. 

These recipients were selected for their exceptional teaching methodologies, innovative approaches to education, and their ability to inspire and motivate students. Nuruzzaman Faruqui, a highly regarded lecturer from the Department of Software Engineering, and Md. Sazzadur Ahamed, an esteemed assistant professor from the Department of Computer Science & Engineering, was among the recipients of this esteemed award.

We witnessed an incredible battle of innovative ideas and entrepreneurial spirit as teams from different departments of Daffodil International University competed for the prestigious title of best startup. The event, held on 25th May 2023 at the International Conference Hall, Daffodil Smart City,Birulia, Savar, 

Dhaka, showcased the remarkable talent and dedication of our students.These exceptional winners not only secured the top spots but also earned themselves the golden opportunities of seed funds and internships at some of the leading startups in the country.

of Tourism & Hospitality Management, DIU. We were pleased to see the overwhelming response with over 100 talented students attending the session. Out 

of these individuals, 45 students showcased their skills and participated in the interview process. Renaissance Dhaka Gulshan Hotel will be announcing the results of the interviews soon!

Daffodil International University (DIU) hosted a discussion program to mark the momentous occasion of the golden jubilee of Bangabandhu’s Julio Curie Peace Award today on May 23, 2023 at Professor Dr. Aminul  Islam  Seminar  Hall.  The   event  witnessed

a gathering of distinguished guests, faculty members, students, and other stakeholders who engaged in lively discussions on the role of education and academia in fostering peace, social cohesion, and sustainable development.

across Bangladesh, we embarked on a mission to spread joy and support those who make our lives better every day. This special day was dedicated to  our   invaluable  support  staff  at   Daffodil  Family, 

including our dedicated staff, cleaners, security guards, drivers, and others who selflessly contribute to our service towards the nation. We are delighted to share some snapshots from this heartwarming event, 

capturing the beautiful moments of happiness and giving. Our efforts were guided by the esteemed Dr. Md. Sabur Khan,  

Honorable Chairman of the Daffodil Family, who has been nominated as the 'President for Bangladesh' of the Art of Giving

(AOG) community, KIIT and KISS, India. This nomination is a testament to Dr. Khan's commitment to our cause and his 

The admission test is conducted for 23 Undergraduates and 12 Graduate programs under the five  Faculties.  Respected  Convener  of  Admission 

Committee, Deans of the Faculties, Heads of the Departments and other Faculty members along with administrative employees were present during the test.

esteemed Chairman of Bangladesh Accreditation Council (BAC), Professor Dr. Mesbahuddin Ahmed, as the chief guest. Accompanied by other esteemed members and high officials of BAC, they actively participated in the meeting through a hybrid (online) mode. The main focus of the meeting was to discuss the BAC Accreditation process for several departments of DIU,which had previously submitted 

their "Intent to Apply" for accreditation. Our esteemed Vice Chancellor, Professor Dr. M. Lutfar Rahman, Pro-Vice Chancellor Professor Dr. S.M. Mahbub Ul Haque Majumder, and other distinguished high officials of DIU graced the session with their presence. The meeting was efficiently conducted by the Director of IQAC, Professor Dr. A.K.M. Fazlul Haque.

May 14, 2023. Under the theme "Transformation of Global Higher Education," this prestigious gathering brought together renowned figures in education to discuss crucial challenges shaping the future of higher education worldwide. Dr. Khan's keynote speech emphasized the significance of enhancing learning quality, integrating innovation, and fostering inclusivity   to   ensure   universities   thrive   in   the

evolvingeducational landscape. His strategic guidance provided a comprehensive roadmap for universities to adapt and succeed. He emphasized, "We are at a critical juncture in global higher education," highlighting the importance of dynamic and forward-thinking approaches aligned with students' needs.

বিভিন্ন অনুষদের সাবলীল ও স্বতঃস্ফূর্ত অংশগ্রহনকারী শিক্ষার্থীদের গত ৬ই মে ২০২৩ বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের রেজিস্ট্রার ড. মোঃ নাদির বিন আলি, প্রফেসর ড. মিজানুর রহমান , পরিচালক, স্টুডেন্টস অ্যাফেয়ার্স, অংশগ্রহণকারী শিক্ষার্থীদের মধ্যে প্রশিক্ষন      সনদ      বিতরন   করেন।    ড্যাফোডিল 

ইন্টারন্যাশনাল ইউনিভার্সিটি পাঠ্যক্রমের বাহিরে প্রতিযোগিতামুলক বাজারে যোগ্য মানবসম্পদ হিসেবে গড়ে তুলতে ছাত্রদের বিভিন্ন সময়োপযোগী বিষয়ে দক্ষতা উন্নয়ন প্রশিক্ষনের উপর গুরুত্বারোপ করে, তারই ধারাবাহিকতায় এই প্রশিক্ষনের আয়োজন করা হয় ।

On May 15, 2023, at the Office of the Vice Chancellor, DIU students seized an incredible opportunity to share their stories of success, failure, strengths, weaknesses, and more. They also discussed various opportunities and ideas for improvement.Our esteemed Vice Chancellor listened 

attentively and engaged in an open exchange of views on the academic and administrative atmosphere of DIU. This session created a transparent and supportive environment, allowing students to freely express their thoughts and perspectives.

University, India, conducted the 3-day workshop sessions as the Resource Person. Mr. Sharma has twenty patents registered in India, and he shared his experience and knowledge on filing patents. The sessions offered valuable insights into the process of designing and filing patents that helped to inspire and

 motivate participants to pursue their own innovative ideas while protecting their intellectual property. Four groups of faculties, officials, and students brainstormed their patentable ideas and interacted with the resource person and DIU dignitaries.

The global lectures focused on the topic of bread baking quality, covering various aspects such as ingredient selection, dough preparation, fermentation, and baking techniques. The professors emphasized the significance of bread quality, highlighting its impact on consumer satisfaction, nutritional value, taste, customer satisfaction, reputation, brand image, differentiation, health, and professionalism. We extend our gratitude to the two distinguished professors for imparting their valuable knowledge and expertise, which undoubtedly contribute to the improvement and growth of the students in the department of NFE.

Nalanda University is a public central university located in the Rajgir district of Bihar, India. It was established in 2010 by an Act of the Indian Parliament and is supported by 18 member countries including Bangladesh . The university was founded to re-establish the ancient Nalanda university which existed 800 years between the fifth to the twelfth 

century CE . The idea to resurrect Nalanda University was endorsed in 2007 at the 2nd East Asia Summit. This MoU signifies the start of a new journey for both countries to create opportunities for academicians from both universities to share and exchange different academic and research best practices.

DIU was graced by the presence of esteemed Chancellor, Dr. Rupa Vasudevan of Bharatiya Engineering Science and Technology Innovation University, India on May 10, 2023! During the visit 

a meeting was held at DIU, in presence of Dr. Sabur Khan, the Founder and Chairman of DIU, as well as the Vice Chancellor Professor Dr. M. Lutfar Rahman, Member of Board of Trustees, Registrar, and Dean of

Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, officials of International Affairs among others and a wide range of topics were discussed with the aim of fostering stronger collaboration between BESTIU and DIU in  light of potential stronger    collaboration    in    the 

future such as mobility programs, developing IT resources by exchanging expertise and best practices, Doctoral degree collaboration, etc. The meeting concluded with the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding, which marks the beginning of a 

promising partnership between our universities in the near  future. Dr. Rupa explored the green campus of DIU, vast library, equipped labs, modern infrastructure and on-campus facilities for students to continue quality education.

Congratulations team Red_Rebels of Daffodil International University for securing 1st position at LeetCon, The 1st ever international Cyber Security conference from Bangladesh. 

Team Red_Rebels have consistently performed well in other CTFs, and in recent times, they are dominating in international CTFs as well.

তানভীর রোকন একজন সফল ফ্রিলান্সার। পরিশ্রম যে সফলতা এনে দেয় তারই প্রমান দিয়েছে রোকন। পড়াশোনায় বাবার মার স্বপ্ন পুরন করতে .............

Daffodil International University, known as the leading IT-based University of the country, celebrated a major milestone with 1000 Scopus/ISI indexed research publications and book chapters in 2022.  To  recognize   the   contributions   of  faculty 

members, students, and alumni, the DIU Research Division organized the "Research Award Giving Ceremony2023"on May 13, 2023 at the InternationalConference Hall of the university, Daffodil Smart City, Dhaka. Honorable Member of 

the University Grants Commission of Bangladesh, Professor Dr. Md. Sazzad Hossain, was the chief guest at the event. He urged the professors and researchers to work and publish in areas that can contribute to making Bangladesh  

a Smart Nation and lead it to be a developed nation by 2041. The Chairman of the Board of Trustees, DIU, Dr. Md. Sabur Khan urged upon the researchers to go for patents and create commercial outcomes and opportunities of their work.

Nearly 92 lacs taka was distributed among the researchers as recognition of their significant number of publications in highly indexed journals. About 80 percent papers were published in Q1 and Q2 categories.

physical skills. We are committed to making a positive impact on the lives of children in our community and helping them thrive despite the challenges of the pandemic.

Department of Innovation & Entrepreneurship, Daffodil University organized an industrial visit to FM Plastic Industries LTD. in Narsingdi on 30th May 2023. As a part of regular academic activities, the department used to organize industry visit regularly. 

A group of students, accompanied by our esteemed faculty member, had the privilege to be part of this enriching experience. The visit aimed to strengthen industry-academia networking and provide our students with hands-on practical knowledge. It was a 

remarkable opportunity for our students to witness the real-world applications of their knowledge 

and explore the latest technologies and trends in the plastic industry. We would like to express our 

heartfelt gratitude to FM Plastic, Narsingdi for their tremendous cooperation, support, and help in making this industrial visit an absolute success!

Aimed at fostering industry-academia networking and providing practical experience to the students, this visit was an incredible opportunity for them to witness the real-world applications of their knowledge.The Students have learned about the 
 

latest technologies used in water & beverage and its packaging in Transcom Beverages Ltd. (Pepsi). We extend our heartfelt gratitude to Transcom Beverages Ltd. (Pepsi) for their nice cooperation. Their support and help made this industrial visit a resounding success.

Aimed at fostering industry-academia networking and providing practical experience to the students, this visit was an incredible opportunity for them to witness the real-world applications of their knowledge.  They    learned  about    the     latest 

technologies, manufacturing processes that go into creating stunning ceramic products. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to PA-WANG Ceramic Industry Ltd for their warm welcome and invaluable times. Their support and cooperation made this industrial visit a resounding success! 

14 talented teams showcased their IoT projects and presented innovative ideas under the theme "Connecting the Future." Witnessing cutting-edge 

solutions and brilliant project pitches, the event proved the immense potential of IoT. Renowned industry leaders and distinguished guests, including  

Mr. Ahsanul Akib, Founder & MD of Robo Tech Valley, and Mr. Ratan Hasan Rahman, MD of Datasoft Manufacturing and Assembly Inc., shared invaluable

insights. The Honourable Vice-Chancellor of Daffodil International University also graced the occasion. This event fosters innovation, collaboration, and future advancements in IoT

 technology within Bangladesh. The exceptional talent showcased by the teams highlights Bangladesh's potential to become a global player in the IoT landscape.

This event aimed to bring together academics, practitioners, and researchers who share an interest in understanding the recent surge of "Over The Top" or OTT Media within our country. The program sought to foster exploration and discussion on the collaboration and contributions between the industry and      academia     in       the    realm     of    mobile 

communications, while also highlighting future opportunities in this field. The event featured the presence of esteemed actors, directors, and producers who shared their insights and experiences with the attendees. It served as a platform for networking, knowledge exchange, and dialogue surrounding the evolving landscape of OTT media in our country.

We are pleased to announce that the JMC Media Buzz Spring 2023 event, hosted by the Department of Journalism, Media & Communication at DIU, was an    incredible    success!   The workshop   was   an

exceptional opportunity for our participants to learn from the best in the industry and gain invaluable insights into the art of facing the camera.

We were honored to have Professor Dr. Golam Rahman join us for a captivating discussion program. His expertise as an Editor and his vast knowledge in t

he field of journalism inspired our students and sparked engaging conversations.

The Department of Textile Engineering, DIU proudly hosted its 3rd Textile Alumni Reunion 2023 on May 12, at the beautiful Daffodil Smart City in Birulia, Savar, Dhaka. It was a day filled with laughter, joy, and memories as over four thousand alumni and their families came together to celebrate. The event included  a  formal  session  where  alumni  had  the 

opportunity to reconnect with old friends and make new ones. There were also fun events, sports, a cultural program, and a raffle draw with amazing  
 

prizes. We are proud of our alumni and the amazing achievements they have made in the textile industry. Thank you to everyone who attended the 3rd Textile

Dr. Amir Ahmed, Head and Assistant Professor of the Department of Real Estate, DIU elaborates on the new Detailed Area Plan (DAP), improving gender balance in the real estate industry and ensuring access to adequate, safe and affordable housing for all in the country.

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