Microbiology Meet Marks Milestone Moments at Microbiology Department of JUST

The Department of Microbiology (MB) at Jashore University of Science and Technology (JUST) organized a fresher’s reception and farewell ceremony to welcome new students and honor outgoing graduates. The event took place on Wednesday, November 5, at 11:00 AM in the Professor Mohammad Sharif Hossain Gallery of the National Poet Kazi Nazrul Islam Academic Building.

Professor Dr. Md. Abdul Majid, Vice-Chancellor of JUST, attended the ceremony as the chief guest.

In his address, the Vice-Chancellor stated, “A university is a factory for building human character, where students are shaped into honest, qualified, humane, and skilled individuals. Alongside academic and research excellence, you must develop yourselves as ethically responsible and professionally competent individuals. You will present the distinct identity of this university at national and international platforms. That is our expectation from you.”

Addressing the new students, he added, “The curriculum of this department is highly relevant in the present age and has applications across numerous sectors worldwide. Earning a degree alone is not enough; each of you must strive to become a competent and skilled microbiologist. Choose good friends, as a good friend is equivalent to a good guardian. Determine your goals early and pursue the right path. Only by utilizing your time wisely can you become enlightened individuals and contribute significantly to the development of the country and the nation.”

The ceremony was presided over by Dr. Selina Akter, Chairperson of the Department of Microbiology. Special remarks were delivered by Professor Dr. Md. Sirajul Islam, Dean of the Faculty of Biological Science and Technology. Among others, Associate Professor Dr. Abhinu Kibria Islam, Assistant Proctor Md. Iman Ali, and Lecturer Md. Shaminur Rahman addressed the gathering.

The event was attended by faculty members, students of the department, and Dr. Md. Rafiul Hasan, Director of the Student Counseling and Guidance Office. It was moderated by third-year students Sabina Sultana Nowrin and Nadia Faizura Hafsa. A cultural program featuring performances by the department’s students was held in the evening.

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