AIUB’S TRAINING PROGRAM STARTS FOR BCB PLAYERS AND OFFICIALS

AIUB’s English Language and computer training program starts for BCB players and officials

The American International University-Bangladesh (AIUB), in accordance with a recent MoU with the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB), launched its English Language and Basic Computer courses on 16 October 2008, Thursday. According to the MoU, AIUB will provide English, computer and leadership training to the BCB officials, as well as to the national cricket team players, under-19 and under-17 cricketers, women’s national cricket team and coaches of different BCB teams. The brief, lively inauguration ceremony was held at the English Language Laboratory of AIUB where Head of English department Dr. Faheem Hasan Shahed welcomed all participants. Vice President of Academic Affairs Dr. Tafazzal Hossain, Dean of Arts Dr. Charles Villanueva, Associate Dean of Arts Dr. Tajul Islam, Coordinator of Sports & Assistant Professor of Business Admininstration, Mr. Abdul K. Nazmul delivered goodwill speeches and hoped for successful functioning of both the courses that will genuinely benefit BCB players and officials in their professional domains. The BCB officials also assured of extending their all out cooperation in this regard. AIUB is conducting such a unique event as part of its ongoing community service; previously, AIUB organized similar programs for Bangladesh Police and RAB officials.