The Tazkera & Golam Mustafa Center for Teaching & Learning (TCTL) of the Human Resource Development Institute (HRDI) at Daffodil International University (DIU) proudly recognized the exemplary teaching practices of outstanding faculty members with the prestigious Excellence in Teaching Award 2024.
The ceremony was held at Daffodil International University, celebrated the remarkable achievements of educators who have made a significant impact on student learning and development. This year's Excellence in Teaching Award recipients are Mizanur Rahman, Assistant Professor, Department of Multimedia & Creative Technology and Md. Salman Sohel, Lecturer, Department of Development Studies of Daffodil International University.
In addition, DIU recognized 21 other promising teachers from various departments for their exceptional teaching methodologies, innovative approaches to education, and their ability to inspire and motivate students. These educators have demonstrated outstanding dedication to delivering high-quality education and fostering a supportive learning environment.
This year a new category of award was also introduced titled "Hasna Ara & Aftabuddin Recognition Award" for the Best Female Undergraduate Student. The very first winner of this award is Nadiya Nusrat Koly from Department of Nutrition and Food Engineering.
Established in 2002, Daffodil International University encourages students to engage in critical thinking, debate, and collaboration with professors, preparing them to meet the challenges of the modern world. Since its inception, Daffodil International University has been striving to achieve excellence in education, with teacher development being an inherent part of this journey.
With the presence of delegates from Purdue University Fort Wayne joining the ceremony including Professor Ahmed Mustafa, a renowned biology professor at Purdue University Fort Wayne, Dr. Ronald Friedman, the Dean of the College of Science, Ms Farah Amer Combs, the Honors Program Director and Senior Lecturer in Arabic, the session was enriched.
The joyous occasion also attended by Vice Chancellor, Pro-Vice Chancellor, Treasurer, members of the Board of Trustees, Deans of faculties, Registrar, and dignitaries from prestigious universities Among them M Maksudur Rahman Bhuiyan, Director of Planning and Development, University Grants Commission of Bangladesh, Mr. Akmal Hossain Azad, Consultant, HEED Bangladesh (Former Secretary, Govt. of BD), Prof. Dr. Kazi Shahdat Kabir, Pro-Vice-Chancellor, City University and Prof. Dr. A.M. Shahabuddin, Dean, Sher-e-Bangla Agricultural University
