IUBAT hosts alumni reunion and announces new executive committee

A vibrant reunion of the Mechanical Engineering Alumni Association of the International University of Business Agriculture and Technology (IUBAT) was held on Friday, January 10, 2025, at the university's campus.

The day-long event, from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, brought former students together under one banner — "We are IUBATians."

Professor Dr Abdur Rab, Vice-Chancellor of IUBAT, inaugurated the program. Alumni reminisced, shared stories, and celebrated their achievements through songs, discussions, and engaging activities.

Key highlights of the reunion included inspiring success stories shared by alumni, an exhibition showcasing achievements over the years, and a dazzling cultural evening.

The afternoon session featured a special discussion by IUBAT Pro-Vice-Chancellor Professor Dr Mahmudur Rahman. The chief guest for the event was Professor Dr Mohammad Zainal Abedin, Vice-Chancellor of Dhaka University of Engineering & Technology (DUET). Distinguished guests included IUBAT Treasurer Professor Selina Nargis, Dean of the Faculty of Engineering Professor Dr Md Monirul Islam, and Director of Placement and Alumni Office AKM Sharfuddin.

Engineer Md. Tanvir Raihan, the outgoing president of the association and General Manager of Delberg Cement Materials Bangladesh PSC, addressed the audience on behalf of the alumni.

A key event moment was the announcement of the 75-member executive committee of the IUBAT Mechanical Engineering Alumni Association for 2025-2026. The committee will be led by Engineer Farhad Mahmud as President and Engineer Md Zowarder Fahad Bin Shahid (Pallab) as General Secretary. Arif Md Shahed Iqbal will serve as the Chief Advisor, supported by Dr AKM Parvez Iqbal and others as advisors.

The reunion concluded with an enchanting cultural performance. Dr AKM Parvez Iqbal, Coordinator of the Department of Mechanical Engineering, expressed gratitude to all participants and contributors for making the event a resounding success.