Student-led Research Seminar: Dialogues in Bangladesh

The Department of Social Science, American International University–Bangladesh (AIUB), organized a research seminar titled “Student-Led Research Seminar: Dialogues in Bangladesh” on 1 September 2026 at the Multipurpose Hall, D Building, Level 10. The event was attended by Professor Dr. Saiful Islam, Vice Chancellor of AIUB; Professor Dr. Md. Abdur Rahman, Pro-Vice Chancellor; Dr. Faria Sultana, Associate Dean of the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences (FASS); and Dr. Ashrafuzzaman Khan, Head of the Department of Social Science.

The seminar provided a platform for students to engage in academic discussions by identifying pressing social problems in Bangladesh and presenting their ideas and perspectives on these issues. It aimed to encourage students to explore contemporary social challenges through critical thinking, research, and academic dialogue.

Through their presentations, students highlighted various social problems, shared their observations, and proposed ideas for understanding and addressing the challenges facing Bangladeshi society. The discussions encouraged participants to examine social realities from different perspectives and recognize the importance of research in understanding complex societal issues.

The seminar also offered students an opportunity to strengthen their research, presentation, and analytical skills while engaging in meaningful academic exchange with their peers. The presence of senior university officials underscored the importance of student-led research and academic engagement. Through this initiative, the Department of Social Science reaffirmed its commitment to fostering a research-oriented academic environment, encouraging independent thinking, and connecting classroom learning with real-world social issues in Bangladesh.