Brac University Freshers’ Orientation

Brac University organized its Freshers’ Orientation for the Fall 2026 semester at its Merul Badda campus on 30 September 2026, welcoming newly admitted students to the university community.

Addressing the gathering, vice chancellor Syed Ferhat Anwar encouraged students to consider how they could contribute to the world and embrace the experiences that would shape their individual journeys.

“Now you have to decide how you want to contribute to the world…Every journey makes you unique,” he said.

Highlighting the university’s broader mission, he added, “This is what Brac is all about. Reaching out to the world.”

Pro vice chancellor Professor Arshad Mahmud Chowdhury emphasized the importance of responsibility, curiosity and academic integrity in university life.

“Any freedom comes with the responsibility…Never hesitate to ask questions…Protect your academic integrity…use education to make a positive difference,” he said.

Treasurer Ariful Islam highlighted the university’s financial support initiatives for students. “Amongst all private universities, we’re very proud to have the most comprehensive scholarship and financial aid schemes,” he said.

He also announced that Brac University was pioneering on-campus part-time job opportunities for students, effective from the Fall 2026 semester.

Registrar David Dowland announced the introduction of a new academic program, noting that the university would launch a master’s program in medical physics this semester.

“This semester, we’re starting a master’s in medical physics, much needed, and a promising career route for graduates,” he said.

The programme is intended to address the growing need for expertise in medical physics while opening up new career opportunities for graduates.

The orientation programme also featured an audiovisual tribute to BRAC University Founder Sir Fazle Hasan Abed, alongside videos introducing the Residential Semester, health and safety measures, and the university’s academic and administrative leadership.

Members of the student club Monon performed the National Anthem and presented musical and dance performances, adding a cultural dimension to the event.

A dedicated Student Life segment introduced newcomers to the university’s clubs and societies, mental and physical wellbeing facilities, and career planning support offered by the Office of Career Services and Alumni Relations.

Special recognition certificates were presented to six students in acknowledgement of their achievements.

Among the recipients was Md Akheruzzaman, a third-semester pharmacy student who secured second place in a poster presentation competition at the Dubai International Pharmaceuticals and Technologies Conference and Exhibition 2026. He was recognised for showcasing his AI-based prescription verification tool.

Navid Rahman a seventh-semester computer science student was also recognised for becoming the champion of the Bangladesh Sports Olympiad 2026, an academic-style tournament testing participants’ knowledge of sports and their mastery of sports-related trivia.

The remaining four recipients—final-year electrical and electronic engineering students Md Shahariar Hossain, Tazwar Ahmed, Shadid Al Akib and Rafin Md Abrar—are members of Team Scavenger.

The team was crowned champion at EWU RobotFest 2026 for its quadruped robotic system, designed to monitor hazardous environments.

Following the formal programme, newly admitted students toured the campus with mentors from the First Year Advising Team (FYAT) and orientation volunteers. The event concluded with a concert by Blue Jeans.

Head of Student Life Tahsina Rahman delivered the opening remarks.

This orientation reflected Brac University’s commitment to inclusive, quality education and equal opportunities for students, aligning with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, particularly SDG 4 (Quality Education) and SDG 10 (Reduced Inequalities).

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. When and where was the BRAC University Fall 2026 Freshers’ Orientation held?
BRAC University held its Fall 2026 Freshers’ Orientation on 30 September 2026 at its Merul Badda campus.

2. Who addressed the newly admitted students at the orientation?
The speakers included Vice-Chancellor Professor Syed Ferhat Anwar, Pro-Vice-Chancellor Professor Arshad Mahmud Chowdhury, Treasurer Ariful Islam and Registrar Dr. David Dowland.

3. What message did the Vice-Chancellor share with the new students?
Professor Syed Ferhat Anwar encouraged students to consider how they could contribute to the world and reminded them that every individual’s journey is unique.

4. What advice did the Pro-Vice-Chancellor give to students?
Professor Arshad Mahmud Chowdhury emphasised personal responsibility, asking questions, maintaining academic integrity and using education to make a positive difference.

5. What financial support opportunities does BRAC University offer?
According to Treasurer Ariful Islam, the university offers comprehensive scholarship and financial aid schemes to support students.

6. What new employment opportunity was announced for students?
The university announced the introduction of on-campus part-time job opportunities for students, effective from the Fall 2026 semester.

7. What new academic programme was announced at the orientation?
Registrar Dr. David Dowland announced the introduction of a master’s programme in medical physics, which is intended to provide graduates with a promising career pathway.

8. What activities were featured in the orientation programme?
The programme included speeches by university leaders, an audiovisual tribute to Founder Sir Fazle Hasan Abed, student musical and dance performances, presentations on student life, and a campus tour for newly admitted students.

9. Which student achievements received special recognition?
Six students received special recognition certificates for their achievements in innovation, academic competitions and robotics.

10. What achievement earned Md Akheruzzaman special recognition?
Md Akheruzzaman, a third-semester pharmacy student, secured second place in a poster presentation competition at the Dubai International Pharmaceuticals and Technologies Conference and Exhibition 2026 for showcasing his AI-based prescription verification tool.

11. Why was Navid Rahman recognised?
Navid Rahman, a seventh-semester computer science student, was recognised for becoming the champion of the Bangladesh Sports Olympiad 2026, a competition focused on sports knowledge and trivia.

12. What achievement was recognised among the members of Team Scavenger?
Electrical and electronic engineering students Md Shahariar Hossain, Tazwar Ahmed, Shadid Al Akib and Rafin Md Abrar were recognised for winning EWU RobotFest 2026 with their quadruped robotic system designed to monitor hazardous environments.

13. What student support services were highlighted during the event?
The Student Life segment highlighted student clubs and societies, mental and physical wellbeing facilities, and career planning services provided by the Office of Career Services and Alumni Relations.

14. Who performed at the orientation?
Members of the student club Monon sang the National Anthem and presented musical and dance performances. The event concluded with a concert by Blue Jeans.