Rajshahi:Rajshahi University (RU) has recognized the outstanding achievements of six teachers and 67 students from the Faculty of Business Studies by presenting them with the 'Dean's Award 2026' and the 'Dean's Honours List Award', respectively. The awards ceremony took place today at the university's Senate Building.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, the event was graced by the Vice-Chancellor of Rajshahi University, Professor Md. Faridul Islam, who bestowed the awards to the distinguished recipients. The 'Dean's Award 2026' honored teachers, including Dr. Md. Shaon Uddin from the Department of Management Studies, Dr. Md. Abdul Alim, Professor Md. Shah Azam, and Professor Md. Nuruzzaman from the Department of Marketing, for their published research papers. Professor A H M Ziaul Haq from the Department of Finance was recognized as the Best Researcher, while Md. Solaiman Chowdhury from the Department of Management Studies was awarded for a published book chapter.
The 'Dean's Honours List Award' acknowledged 28 BBA and 39 MBA students from six departments under the faculty, each achieving a minimum CGPA of 3.85. The awards were conferred to students from the academic years 2020 to 2024.
The ceremony was presided over by Professor Md. Hasnat Kabir, Acting Controller of Examinations at RU. Special guests included Pro-Vice Chancellor (Administration) Professor Md. Abdul Alim, Pro-Vice Chancellor (Education) Professor Mamunur Rashid, and Treasurer Professor Md. Motiar Rahman. Professor Mohammad Zahid Hossain, Chairman of the Department of Tourism and Hospitality Management, delivered the welcome speech.
Among the students who shared their experiences at the event were Jannat Ara Shiuli, Syeda Farzahan Yasmin, Mostafizur Rahman, and Md. Fayyaz Moktadir Khan, alongside a parent representative. Retired professors from the faculty, including Professor Md. Anisur Rahman, Professor Md. Mokhlesur Rahman, and Professor Muha. Abdullah Al Harun, also addressed the gathering.
In his speech, the Vice-Chancellor congratulated the award recipients and expressed optimism that they will contribute to the country's prosperity and welfare. He emphasized that such recognition will motivate students to attain further excellence. The Vice-Chancellor also expressed his desire for the continuation of these awards to nurture and encourage academic merit.
The ceremony was attended by the Faculty Dean, Departmental Chairmen, distinguished teachers, the Proctor, Student Advisor, and the parents of award-winning students. Professor Murshida Ferdous Binte Habib, Acting Director of RU TSC, conducted the program.