BUET 150th Anniversary Set January

The weeklong celebration of BUET's glorious 150th anniversary and 14th Grand Reunion will be held from January 6 to 13, 2027, at the BUET playground under the theme ‘From Survey School to BUET, 150 Years of Glory (1876-2026)’ and slogan 'We are Proud of Our 150 Years Heritage'. The detailed schedule of the event was announced on Wednesday, November 11 at a press conference held at the seminar room of BUET Council Building. 

Director of Students' Welfare and BUET Alumni Coordinator Professor Dr. Mohammad Abdul Motaleb expressed optimism that the event would foster strong bonds among alumni. BUET Alumni General Secretary Engineer Atiqur Rahman Bhuiyan Pinu outlined organizational activities and sought active support for the milestone event. Member-Secretary of the celebration committee Engineer Emu Riazul Hassan presented the weeklong itinerary, while Convener Engineer Md. Abdur Rouf detailed operational preparations.

BUET Pro-Vice-Chancellor Professor Dr. Muhammad Shariful Islam stated, "Starting its journey as a survey school in 1876, BUET has played a unique role in the country's engineering and tech sector. This celebration will showcase our rich history to the new generation."

BUET Vice-Chancellor Professor Dr. Ekramul Haq remarked, "The 150th anniversary of BUET is a historic milestone for Bangladesh's engineering education and national growth. This gathering of accomplished alumni will accelerate research and innovation."

BUET Alumni President Professor Dr. Ainun Nishat noted, "BUET's journey from Nalgola to Palashi makes us proud. This reunion will solidify our connection and provide direction for future challenges." The press conference concluded with an audiovisual launch after a media Q&A session.

According to the schedule, Day 1 (Wednesday, Jan 6, 2027) features Hall-Day programs across 9 halls, a rally, an Engineering Product Innovation Fair with 63 stalls, a Job Fair, a Book Fair, the 5th Dr. Jamilur Reza Choudhury Memorial Lecture, and cultural shows. Day 2 (Thursday, Jan 7) includes the official inauguration, seminars on BUET's history, open discussions, and cultural activities. Day 3 (Friday, Jan 8) features the 14th Grand Reunion, a documentary screening, honoring 150 distinguished alumni, sports, and a grand dinner. Day 4 (Saturday, Jan 9) includes entrepreneurship workshops, graduate felicitations, and an evening dinner. From Days 5 to 8 (Jan 10-13), optional trips to the Sundarbans, Padma River, and Sarah Resort will take place, concluding officially on Jan 13 upon return from the Sundarbans.

Meanwhile, the Engineering Product Innovation Fair and Book Fair will run daily from 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM from Jan 6 to 9, while registration kit distribution and the Job Fair will take place on Jan 6 and 7 from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM.

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