On Sunday, July 31, 2016, students of North South University (NSU) congregated at the university’s campus in a bid to portray unity and solidarity. They came together under one single identity as proud Bangladeshis for the event, titled 'North South er bukey Bangladesh' or 'Bangladesh in the Heart of North South'.
1000 students gathered together dressed in the national colours – red and green – to form the flag of Bangladesh. 5000 students also gathered at the premises to collectively sing the national anthem. The participating students included members from all 22 clubs of NSU.
Prof Atiqul Islam, vice chancellor of North South University, said “Students of NSU are keenly aware of and continuously uphold the tradition and heritage of Bangladesh. The whole fabric of the university campus reflects this every time there is a national occasion – whether it is Independence Day, Pohela Boishakh, International Mother Language Day or National Mourning Day. As an educator, it gives me immense pride to see students of this generation so united behind their shared identity as Bengalees, and in their dedication towards the country.”