BGMEA University of Fashion & Technology (BUFT) hosted its Freshers’ Reception and Orientation Program for Fall 2026 on August 25 at the Abdullah Hil Rakib Auditorium on its Nishatnagar, Turag campus, welcoming newly admitted students from its undergraduate, graduate and diploma programs.
The program was attended by university authorities, faculty members, distinguished guests and parents.
Faruque Hassan, chairman of the BUFT board of trustees, chaired the event, while Md Anwar Hossain, secretary of Science and Technology, was present as chief guest.
Among the distinguished guests were Mohammed Nasir, member of the BUFT board of trustees; SM Khaled, managing director of Snowtex Group; Md Shahriar, president of the Bangladesh Packaging & Accessories Manufacturers & Exporters Association (BPAMEA); and Swapna Bhowmik, BUFT alumna and former head of region at Marks & Spencer.
Prof Engr Ayub Nabi Khan, vice chancellor, BUFT; Md Rafiquzzaman, registrar; Mohammad Imtiaj, director of public relations; and Prof Md Waliul Alam, director of students’ welfare, also addressed the program.
Welcoming the new students, the speakers encouraged them to make the most of their university years by developing academic knowledge, professional skills, creativity, leadership and ethical values, while preparing for the evolving demands of the fashion, textile, business and technology industries.
A current student and a newly admitted student shared their experiences and expectations.
The program also featured the distribution of tree saplings by Snowtex Group, promoting environmental responsibility among the students.
The program concluded with a technical orientation session covering key academic and administrative services, including the Deans’ offices, Student Welfare, Public Relations, Controller of Examinations, Accounts, IT, Library, Logistics and Proctor’s Office.