The Department of Law, Uttara University, has successfully organised “Law Alumni Reunion 2024” for its esteemed former students.
The event took place on Saturday at the university's multipurpose hall, gathering approximately 300 alumni who are now practicing advocates, read a press release.
The reunion was graced by the presence of Chief Guest Justice Naima Haider from the High Court Division of the Bangladesh Supreme Court. The main patron of the event was Uttara University's Vice-Chancellor Professor Dr Eaysmin Ara Lekha.
Among the special guests were Uttara University Pro-Vice-Chancellor Prof Dr Gour Gobinda Goswami, Chief Judicial Magistrate of Gazipur Md Mostafizur Rahman, and Senior Advocate and General Secretary of the Bangladesh Supreme Court Bar Association Shah Monjurul Hoque.
The event was presided over by Dean of the School of Arts and Social Sciences and Chairman of the Law Department at Uttara University Prof Dr Zakir Hossain.
In her speech, Chief Guest Justice Naima Haider commended the advocates for their dedication to the legal profession and encouraged them to serve the country with integrity, highlighting that this would lead to both honor and success.
She also thanked Uttara University for organizing such a wonderful event.
Additionally, Vice-Chancellor Professor Lekha expressed her pride in the Law Department's achievements, noting that nearly three thousand students have graduated and are now making significant contributions to the legal field.
She emphasised that this is a matter of great pride for the university community.
Special Guest Professor Goswami, highlighted Uttara University's role in producing leaders both nationally and internationally, stating that the reunion was a testament to this achievement.
Guest of Honor, Shah Manjurul Haque, reiterated the importance of confidence and continuous learning for success in the legal profession.
He praised Uttara University for its exceptional educational environment, skilled administration, structural development, and the commendable quality of its graduates.
The event concluded with a delightful cultural program and a luncheon in honor of the alumni advocates.
