WUB Organizes SDG 15 Seminar on “Life on Land: Student Responsibilities”

The Department of Textile Engineering and Fashion Design at World University of Bangladesh (WUB) organized a seminar titled “Life on Land: Student Responsibilities” at the Founding Treasurer Morsheda Choudhury Auditorium on October 10, 2026. Organized under the WUB Environmental Education Cell as part of the University’s SDG 15 Project 3, the seminar was held under the theme “Small Actions, Big Impact: Learn, Lead, Act for a Greener Tomorrow.”

The seminar aimed to raise awareness among students about the importance of protecting terrestrial ecosystems, conserving biodiversity, and promoting environmental sustainability. The initiative reflects WUB’s continued commitment to integrating the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) into academic activities and encouraging students to become responsible contributors to a greener future.

Professor Nurul Islam, Pro Vice-Chancellor of WUB, attended the seminar as the Chief Guest. In his remarks, he emphasized the importance of interdisciplinary inquiry and encouraged students to engage in research addressing pressing environmental challenges through scientific and technological innovation.

Khandaker Mohammad Zaman Hossain, Executive Director of Golden Frog, delivered the keynote address, highlighting the role of students in environmental protection. He emphasized how small, everyday actions can contribute to biodiversity conservation and the development of a more sustainable society.

Professor Dr. A.Q.M. Shafiul Azam, Dean of Academic Affairs and Research, attended as a Special Guest, while Dr. Ruhul Amin Khan, Director of the Bangladesh Atomic Energy Commission, was also present as a Guest.

The programme was presided over by Md. Mostafizur Rahman, Associate Professor and Head of the Department of Textile Engineering and Fashion Design. Faculty members, staff, and students of the department participated in the seminar, contributing to discussions on environmental responsibility and sustainable practices.

The seminar concluded with a shared commitment to the programme’s message, “Together for a Sustainable Tomorrow,” reinforcing the importance of individual responsibility and collective action in protecting the planet’s terrestrial ecosystems and biodiversity. The initiative also highlighted the relevance of SDG 15: Life on Land, which calls for the protection, restoration, and sustainable use of terrestrial ecosystems.