- Delivering Dedicated Outreach and Educational Activities for the Wider Community
AIUB demonstrates an exceptional commitment to providing education for SDGs in the wider community through a robust portfolio of dedicated outreach educational activities. The university strategically transforms its campus into a national hub for youth engagement, targeting local residents—specifically school and college students—as well as its own alumni community and displaced people. This outreach is pivotal for promoting STEM education and sustainable development principles to a broad audience. By organizing and hosting large-scale, public-facing competitions, AIUB provides critical educational activities that advance SDG 4 (Quality Education) and SDG 9 (Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure). Events like the AIUB CS Fest, the NASA Space Apps Challenge, the National Physics Olympiad, and the Space Exploration Olympiad (which includes participants as young as 6) engage thousands of students from hundreds of educational institutions across Bangladesh. These competitions serve as powerful platforms for identifying talent and promoting innovative solutions to SDG-related challenges. Beyond STEM, AIUB engages the wider community through sports and arts, hosting Inter-College championships for over 30 colleges and photography workshops for school students. Furthermore, AIUB maintains a strong, continuous partnership with its alumni community through dedicated outreach events like the "AIUBian Europe Meetup" 1 and numerous career clinics organized by the Office of Placement and Alumni (OPA), ensuring lifelong learning and professional development.
Besides the in-campus involvement there are quite a few student club activities which reach the wider community. Among them the most noticeable and admirable activities are conducted by ‘Kathpencil Pathshala’ and ‘Shomoy club’.
Kathpencil Pathshala is initiated by the management of the university and supervised by the senior students. Kathpencil Pathshala is trying to build an Education Safety Zone to educate underprivileged children in career-oriented education. At different locations there are branches of Kathpencil Pathshala which provide education to the underprivileged children aged 5-12 years old. In that school all educational materials are provided along with meals for the students who have no opportunity to attend traditional schools. Not only following the curriculum of the national primary education board but also different types of co-curricular and extra-curricular activities are arranged. Some vocational and technical learnings are also provided so that the young children have some skills for their livelihood. The goals of Kathpencil Pathshala are diversified into four categories: 1. Arts for education, 2. Crafts for Foods and goods, 3. Theatre for sustainable development, 4. Play for grown-up. Kathpencil Pathshala has been able to successfully conduct its operations to provide underprivileged children with a holistic environment for learning through the valuable cooperation and support of the American International University - Bangladesh (AIUB), since 2013.
AIUB Social Welfare Club- SHOMOY where SHOMOY stands for Social Helping Organization to Motivate Our Youth. It is a university-based students club of American International University- Bangladesh (AIUB). The club was founded on 5th April of 2009 by some former students and the management authority of AIUB with a vision of motivating young generation to work for the betterment of this society. Pursuing a different calling, the AIUB Social Welfare Club – Shomoy, works towards social welfare and development, supporting the university’s community service initiatives. They not only support various social causes, but they also raise funds, run awareness campaigns, and even organize events to further the causes, both locally and nationally, like the IDEAS Challenge (National Competition for Showcasing Ideas to Address Social Issues), Winter Clothing Drive, ‘Eid er Khushi’ initiative, Flood Relief Campaign, Hygiene Awareness Campaign, Self-Defense Workshops, Blood Donation Campaigns, amongst several others.
Students of the Engineering clubs visit vulnerable areas and set up solar panels and aware the villagers about clean water and use of renewable energy. They also set up a computer network and provide training on how to use computer to collect information about the market. Also, students of the Architecture department prepare low cost and sustainable housing for the low-income group and underprivileged people. They visit different slum areas in Dhaka city and restructure the existing houses which allows more fresh air and light in their living rooms.
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Key Community and Outreach Engagements of AIUB for Alumni, Local Community and Displaced people
AIUBian Europe Meetup 2024 Held in Frankfurt, Germany
The AIUBian Europe Meetup 2024 in Frankfurt, Germany, on September 7, 2024, is a significant dedicated outreach educational activity for AIUB’s global alumni community. Graced by AIUB Board Members and distinguished alumnus Zaheed Sabur, the event brought together approximately 300 alumni from across Europe. This outreach strengthens AIUB's global network (SDG 17) and creates employment and mentorship opportunities for other graduates, fostering a community that supports decent work and economic growth (SDG 8). It demonstrates a lifelong commitment to the university's graduates, a key part of its wider community.
#SDG17 #SDG8 #AIUB #Alumni #Europe #Frankfurt #Networking #Outreach #Community #GlobalNetworkOfAIUB #EducationForWiderCommunity #DedicatedOutreachEducationalActivities
Link: https://www.aiub.edu/aiubian-europe-meetup-2024-held-in-frankfurt-germany
Department of Marketing organizes ‘FBA, AIUB Academic Outreach Program’
On May 9, 2024, AIUB's Marketing Department organized a dedicated outreach educational activity for the wider community at Dhaka Imperial College. This "Academic Outreach Program" was designed to assist college students (local residents) in enhancing their academic and extracurricular capabilities for future careers. An AIUB team delivered an interactive speech on "Higher Studies and Career Orientation" and conducted a business quiz. This outreach (SDG 17) directly provides high-quality career guidance (SDG 4) and supports the transition from secondary to higher education, helping to build a skilled workforce (SDG 8).
#SDG17 #SDG4 #SDG8 #AIUB #Outreach #Community #Education #Career #College #Partnerships #DedicatedOutreachEducationalActivities #LocalResidents #LocalCommunity
Link: https://www.aiub.edu/department-of-marketing-organizes-fba-aiub-academic-outreach-program
AIUB Social Welfare Club–Shomoy Carried Out Winter Clothing Drive 2024-25
AIUB, through its Social Welfare Club (Shomoy), demonstrated a strong commitment to dedicated outreach educational activities for the wider community with its "Winter Clothing Drive 2024-25." This initiative directly engaged with and supported local residents, specifically targeting 700 underprivileged villagers and madrasa students in the cold-affected regions of Thakurgaon and Panchagarh. This event is a clear example of practical action supporting multiple Sustainable Development Goals. It directly addresses SDG 1 (No Poverty) by providing essential resources to those in need and SDG 3 (Good Health and Well-being) by protecting vulnerable individuals from winter-related illnesses. The focus on marginalized communities also aligns with SDG 10 (Reduced Inequalities). Crucially, the event's success hinged on SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals). The AIUB Shomoy Club and the Office of Student Affairs (OSA) effectively partnered with the entire university community (students, faculty, staff) for fundraising, and collaborated externally with local volunteers, community representatives, and government officials, including the Superintendent of Police and the District Commissioner's representative.
Link: https://www.aiub.edu/aiub-social-welfare-clubshomoy-carried-out-winter-clothing-drive-2024-25
“Oder Eid, Amader Khushi” by the AIUB Social Welfare Club - Shomoy
The AIUB Social Welfare Club (Shomoy) organized “Oder Eid, Amader Khushi,” a dedicated outreach initiative aimed at education for SDGs in the wider community. This program provided direct support to the families of approximately 150 children from Kathpencil Pathshala, a school for the underprivileged, which represents a vulnerable and marginalized segment of the community, akin to displaced people. Through a campus-wide fundraising campaign, club members—students and faculty—provided essential Eid food items, fostering a sense of inclusion and social responsibility. This act of sharing resources and joy is a powerful informal educational activity for the student volunteers, teaching them empathy, global citizenship, and tolerance. The initiative is a clear example of SDG 1 (No Poverty) and SDG 2 (Zero Hunger) in action. It also strongly promotes SDG 10 (Reduced Inequalities) and embodies the principles of SDG 4 (Quality Education) and community action through SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals).
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Link: https://www.aiub.edu/oder-eid-amader-khushi-by-the-aiub-social-welfare-club---shomoy
Dr Anwarul Abedin Lecture Series on " Secrets to Success" by Zaheed Sabur
This lecture series event on April 17, 2024, featuring distinguished alumnus Mr. Zaheed Sabur (Senior Director, Google), is a key component of AIUB's dedicated outreach educational activities for its alumni and wider student community. The houseful, interactive session provided invaluable career insights and inspiration. By inviting successful alumni back to share their journeys, AIUB fosters a culture of lifelong learning and mentorship. This engagement strengthens the university's community (SDG 17) and provides students and alumni with practical role models and strategies for achieving decent work and economic growth (SDG 8).
#SDG17 #SDG8 #SDG4 #AIUB #Alumni #Outreach #LectureSeries #Google #Career #Mentorship #EducationForWiderCommunity
Link: https://www.aiub.edu/dr-anwarul-abedin-lecture-series-on--secrets-to-success-by-zaheed-sabur
National Round of the 14th Bangladesh Physics Olympiad 2024 held at AIUB
Hosting the national round of the 14th Bangladesh Physics Olympiad on February 23, 2024, is a prime example of AIUB's commitment to education for the wider community. This prestigious educational activity brought 1,130 school and college students from across the country (selected from 10,000) to the AIUB campus. This outreach event, jointly organized with the Bangladesh Physics Olympiad Committee, champions quality STEM education (SDG 4) and inspires the next generation of scientists and innovators (SDG 9) from the wider community. AIUB's support underscores its investment in national talent and global partnership (SDG 17).
#SDG17 #SDG4 #SDG9 #AIUB #PhysicsOlympiad #STEM #Outreach #Education #Community #Bangladesh #EducationForWiderCommunity
Link: https://www.aiub.edu/national-round-of-the-14th-bangladesh-physics-olympiad-2024-held-at-aiub
15th National Undergraduate Mathematics Olympiad 2024 (Dhaka North Region) held at AIUB
On December 13, 2024, AIUB hosted the 15th National Undergraduate Mathematics Olympiad (Dhaka North Region). This dedicated outreach educational activity brought together 112 students from 22 different universities, making it a significant event for the wider community of higher education students in the region. The event, graced by academicians from Dhaka University and the Bangladesh Mathematics Society, celebrates mathematical talent and promotes academic excellence (SDG 4). By hosting such events, AIUB fosters a collaborative academic environment (SDG 17) and supports the development of STEM skills (SDG 9) beyond its own student body.
#SDG17 #SDG4 #SDG9 #AIUB #MathOlympiad #STEM #Outreach #Community #Education #Academia #DedicatedOutreach
AIUB Hosted Grand Finale of Space Exploration Olympiad
AIUB hosted the Grand Finale of the Space Exploration Olympiad on April 27, 2024, a dedicated outreach educational activity targeting a very young segment of the wider community. This Olympiad, open to students aged 6 to 14, included 150 finalists from across the country. By partnering with the Bangladesh Innovation Forum and Space Innovation Camp, AIUB provided a platform for astronaut camps and space talks, inspiring children towards space science. This outreach event directly promotes education for the SDGs, specifically foundational STEM education (SDG 4) and innovation (SDG 9), for the next generation of local residents.
#SDG17 #SDG4 #SDG9 #AIUB #SpaceOlympiad #STEM #Youth #Outreach #Community #Education
Link: https://www.aiub.edu/aiub-hosted-grand-finale-of-space-exploration-olympiad
AIUB Inter College Basketball Championship 2024 begins
The AIUB Inter College Basketball Championship 2024, which began on February 8, is a large-scale dedicated outreach educational activity for the wider community. Organized by the Office of Sports, this championship brought together 12 colleges from Dhaka city. This outreach program fosters a culture of health, well-being (SDG 3), and sportsmanship among local residents (college students). By hosting such events, AIUB uses its state-of-the-art facilities to promote holistic development and build strong partnerships (SDG 17) with educational institutions across the city, encouraging active lifestyles.
#SDG17 #SDG3 #SDG4 #AIUB #InterCollege #Sports #Basketball #Community #Outreach #Health #WiderCommunity
Link: https://www.aiub.edu/aiub-inter-college-basketball-championship-2024-begins
AIUB T-10 Inter College Cricket Championship 2024 begins
Similarly, the AIUB Inter College T-10 Cricket Championship 2024 (commencing May 19) is a massive dedicated outreach educational activity for the wider community. This event, organized by the AIUB Office of Sports, involved 32 colleges from across Dhaka city. Renowned national cricketer Mr. Sabbir Rahman attended, encouraging students (part of the local residents community) to engage in extracurriculars. This championship promotes good health and well-being (SDG 3) and fosters a spirit of partnership (SDG 17) and friendly competition among the city's youth, strengthening AIUB's bond with the local educational community.
#SDG17 #SDG3 #SDG4 #AIUB #InterCollege #Sports #Cricket #Community #Outreach #Health , #LocalResidents
Link: https://www.aiub.edu/aiub-t-10-inter-college-cricket-championship-2024-begins
3RD Student Photography Competition by Architecture Department
The Architecture Department's 3rd Student Photography Competition (award ceremony on May 26, 2024) is a dedicated outreach educational activity for the wider community, welcoming young students from schools and colleges across Bangladesh. With themes like "Winter in Bangladesh," the competition encourages youth to engage with their environment and culture (SDG 11). The event included an exhibition of the 20 shortlisted photos and a guided tour of the AIUB campus for participants and
their guardians. This outreach program fosters creativity (SDG 4) and builds connections with future students (local residents) and their families (SDG 17).
#SDG17 #SDG4 #SDG11 #AIUB #Photography #Competition #Outreach #Community #Art #Youth
Link: https://www.aiub.edu/3rd-student-photography-competition-by-architecture-department
MMC department hosted Mobile Photography Workshop and Competition
On May 16, 2024, the Media and Mass Communication (MMC) Department hosted a "Daylong Mobile Photography Workshop and Competition." This dedicated outreach educational activity brought approximately 35 students from 14 schools and colleges in Dhaka (the wider community) to the AIUB campus. Participants received a technical briefing and a guided campus tour, applying their skills to capture AIUB's beauty. This outreach workshop provides valuable skills in digital media (SDG 4) to local residents and potential future students, fostering creativity and building a strong partnership (SDG 17) with local secondary institutions.
Tags: SDG 17, SDG 4, education for wider community, dedicated outreach, educational activities, wider community, local residents, photography, MMC, workshop, schools and colleges
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Link: https://www.aiub.edu/mmc-department-hosted-mobile-photography-workshop-and-competition
Successful completion of AIUB Architecture Week 2024
The "AIUB Architecture Week 2024" (starting June 28) featured a design charrette named "QUEST," which was a dedicated outreach educational activity for the wider community of architecture students across Bangladesh. The event was open to all IAB-accredited architecture schools, receiving over 300 registrations. This initiative fosters a collaborative and respectful connection (SDG 17) among students from different universities, allowing them to tackle design challenges ("A Utilitarian Void"). This outreach promotes excellence in architectural education (SDG 4) and sustainable urban design (SDG 11) on a national scale.
#SDG17 #SDG4 #SDG11 #AIUB #Architecture #QUEST #Design #Outreach #Community #Collaboration
Link: https://www.aiub.edu/successful-completion-of-aiub-architecture-week-2024
AIUB CS Fest 2024
The AIUB CS Fest 2024 (April 25-28) is a flagship dedicated outreach educational activity for the wider community. This event was open not only to AIUB students but also to participants from over 200 schools and colleges across the nation. With 12 diverse segments, including an ICT Olympiad, Programming Contest, and Science Project Showcasing, the fest engaged over 2,000 students from various divisions. This large-scale outreach promotes STEM education (SDG 4) and drives innovation (SDG 9) by providing a competitive platform for young talent, including local residents and students from all over Bangladesh, fostering a spirit of innovation and collaboration (SDG 17).
#SDG17 #SDG4 #SDG9 #AIUB #CSFest #STEM #Outreach #Community #Education #Innovation
Link: https://www.aiub.edu/aiub-cs-fest-2024-successfully-held
