World University of Bangladesh Hosts Seminar on “Shaping the Future of Fashion Design in Bangladesh”

The Department of Textile Engineering & Fashion Design at World University of Bangladesh successfully hosted a seminar titled “Shaping the Future of Fashion Design in Bangladesh” on April 25, 2026, from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM at the Founding Treasurer Morsheda Choudhury Auditorium.

The event brought together academics, industry professionals, and students to explore emerging opportunities in the fashion design sector. The seminar featured Ehsan Haq, Director of Knittex Industries Ltd., as the distinguished speaker. In his address, he highlighted the expanding scope of fashion design careers both in Bangladesh and in international markets. He emphasized the importance of innovation, adaptability, and global awareness for aspiring designers.

Professor Dr. M. Nurul Islam, Honorable Pro Vice-Chancellor of WUB, attended the program as the Chief Guest. He expressed appreciation for the initiative and commended the department for organizing a timely and impactful seminar aligned with industry demands.

Professor Zaki Imam, Registrar of WUB, attended the seminar as the Special Guest. Mohammad Ashraful Islam, Editor and Publisher of Textile Focus & Denim Focus, also shared valuable insights during the session. They encouraged students to develop practical skills alongside their academic education, emphasizing that technical expertise and creative competence are essential in the highly competitive fashion industry.

The session was presided over by Md. Mostafizur Rahman, Head of the Department of Textile Engineering & Fashion Design, who reaffirmed the department’s commitment to bridging academic knowledge with industry practice.

The seminar concluded with an interactive session where students engaged with the speakers and gained a clearer understanding of career pathways and skill development strategies in the field of fashion design.