Dhaka: Vice Chancellor Professor Dr. Niaz Ahmed Khan of Dhaka University today urged the students to acquire knowledge of different disciplines to build themselves as skilled workforce. ‘You (students) should give attention to your studies alongside extra-curricular activities’, he told at the introducing programme of the students and different faculties of the university, a DU press release said.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, Pro-Vice Chancellor (Education) Professor Mahmud Ahmed attended the programme as a special guest, while Dean of the Faculty of Business Studies Dr. Mahmud Osman Imam, Dean of the Faculty of Fine Arts Professor Dr. Azharul Islam Sheikh, among others, also were present on the occasion.
The DU VC emphasized the importance of research, stating, ‘Research is a very crucial part of higher education. So, students must focus on research based education’. He also called upon the students to develop network with students and professionals of both national and international levels.
Dr. Niaz Ahmed Khan further noted, ‘A good network can help you ensure better access to the global job markets’.