Prize giving ceremony and champions reception held at AIUB
On December 22, 2024, the American International University-Bangladesh (AIUB) hosted a celebratory prize-giving ceremony for the AIUB Games 2024. The event included a special reception to honour the SAFF Women Champions and the Runner-Up team of the Ispahani Prothom Alo Inter-University Football Tournament 2024.
The event celebrated the exceptional talents and achievements of AIUB's athletes, underscoring the university's commitment to fostering excellence in sports and leadership. The ceremony was graced by the presence of esteemed guests, including Dr Carmen Z Lamagna, a Member of the AIUB Board of Trustees; Professor Dr Abdur Rahman, the Pro-Vice Chancellor; Professor Dr Manzur H. Khan, the Proctor; Dr Mohammad Zahidul Islam Khan, the Registrar; and Mr Joynal Abedin, the coordinator of the Office of Sports.
Their presence added a touch of grandeur and inspiration to the event, highlighting the importance of sports in holistic education. The ceremony also recognised achievements across 11 segments in 5 different categories. Out of 2,500 participants, 160 were awarded Champion and Runner-Up crests, prize money, and certificates, making the event a grand celebration of talent and dedication. A key highlight of the event was the recognition of extraordinary achievements by Krishna Rani Sarkar and Sanjida Akter, whose outstanding contributions to women's football brought immense pride to the university and the nation.
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On behalf of Ms Nadia Anwar, the Chairman and Founder Member of the AIUB Board of Trustees, they were awarded Taka 50,000 each as a token of appreciation for their dedication and skill. In addition, a grand token of appreciation amounting to Taka 200,000 was announced for the remarkable performance of the AIUB team as the Runner-Up in the Ispahani Prothom Alo Inter-University Football Tournament 2024. This recognition celebrates their resilience and teamwork and motivates future athletes to strive for excellence.
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