Dhaka: Jagannath University (JnU) and Quantum Foundation today signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) aimed at enhancing the mental well-being of the university students. Registrar of the university Prof. Dr Md Sheikh Gias Uddin and Quantum Foundation Director M Rezaul Hasan signed the document at the conference room of the JnU vice-chancellor.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, Vice-Chancellor Prof. Md Rezaul Karim addressed the signing ceremony, acknowledging the progress of Quantum Foundation in Bangladesh. He noted that the foundation's activities have gained acceptance and sustainability for their positive impact on society. University Treasurer Prof. Dr Sabina Sharmin also spoke at the event, emphasizing the need for such initiatives. She highlighted that the Covid-19 situation, July mass uprising, and recent earthquake have left many students in mental stress and trauma, which may present significant challenges for society in the future.
Under the five-year agreement, Quantum Foundation will provide practical and scientific stress-relieving strategies to the students of the Marketing Department to help them cope with academic pressure, anxiety, and trauma.