Event

Orientation Week 2024 
1st Year 1st Semester Undergraduate Program 
Session 2023-2024 
Department of Linguistics, University of Dhaka 

The Department of Linguistics at the University of Dhaka hosted an orientation week from 30/09/2024 to 06/10/2024 for the 2023-2024 academic session. The program aimed to provide new students with a comprehensive introduction to their academic journey and campus life, covering topics such as career planning, community engagement, academic guidance, and linguistic opportunities.

1. Orientation Session:
Familiarized students with the department, its offerings, and academic expectations.
2. Strategic Career Planning for Linguistics Graduates
Speaker: Professor Dr. Syed Shahrier Rahman
Focused on long-term career prospects and strategic planning for a successful career in linguistics.
3. Engagement in Extra-Curricular and Community Activities
Speaker: Professor Dr. Mohammad Ashaduzzaman
Encouraged participation in extra-curricular and community activities for holistic development, enhancing academic learning, and personal growth.
4. Journey through the Campus Life: Beyond Academia
Speaker: Mashrur Imtiaz (Assistant Professor & Student Advisor)
Prepared students for life on campus, including managing academics, utilizing campus resources, and balancing personal and academic responsibilities.
5. Understanding the Examination and Grading System
Speaker: Mohammad Inzamam (Lecturer & Course Coordinator)
Introduced students to the department's examination and grading system, providing clarity on evaluation procedures.
6. The Department of Linguistics: The Curriculum and Official Procedures
Speaker: Dr. Monira Begam (Associate Professor & Department Chair)
Provided an overview of the curriculum, official procedures, academic requirements, and department regulations.
7. Exploring Linguistics: Perspectives in Home and Abroad
Speaker: Professor Dr. Feroza Yasmin
Discussed global perspectives in linguistics and compared international developments with those in Bangladesh, highlighting opportunities for students to contribute and benefit.
8. Diverse Opportunities for Linguistics Students
Speaker: Professor Dr. Sikder Monoare Murshed
Concluded the orientation by showcasing various academic and professional opportunities available to linguistics students, offering guidance on potential career paths.

Each session in the orientation week was meticulously designed to offer new students a well-rounded introduction to the department, campus life, and future prospects, to emphasize both academic guidance and personal and professional growth.