Dhaka:The annual artwork exhibition and award ceremony of the Department of Sculpture at Dhaka University was held today at the university's Osman Jamal Auditorium. The event highlighted the department's longstanding legacy and celebrated the achievements of its students.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, the exhibition was inaugurated by DU Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Academic) Professor Dr. Abdus Salam, who served as the chief guest. The event was attended by notable figures including Dean of the Faculty of Fine Art Professor Dr. Md. Azharul Islam Sheikh and sculptor Ivy Zaman, who participated as special guests.
Professor A. A. M. Kaoser Hassan, Chairman of the Sculpture Department, chaired the event, while Mukul Kumar Barai, the convener of the exhibition organizing committee, delivered the welcome address. Prof. Abdus Salam praised the department's nearly 70-year history, initiated by Shilpacharya Zainul Abedin and Professor Abdur Razzaque, which has nurtured numerous renowned artists. He expressed optimism for the continuation of this tradition of creativity and excellence.
During his speech, Prof. Salam emphasized the importance of creative vision and original thinking over financial resources in realizing artistic ideas. He highlighted the significance of sculptures in reflecting the nation's history, heritage, and academic accomplishments, encouraging students to pursue their creative endeavors.
At the ceremony, six students were recognized with awards in different categories for the 2024-2025 academic year. The awardees included Supriyo Kumar Ghosh, Md. Tafsirul Islam, Sumit Roy, Faiza Fairuz, Sweety Akhtar, and Farhana Alam Isha. The event was attended by the university proctor, hall provosts, faculty members, artists, and alumni.
The exhibition will be open to the public at the Zainul Gallery in the Faculty of Fine Art until November 8.