Journalism and Communication Society - JACS

Today, the faculty members of the Department of Journalism and Media Studies at BGC Trust University Bangladesh held a highly productive meeting with our Honorable Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Dr. Md. Manzoorul Kibria Sir.

The university's honorable treasurer Prof. Dr. Hazrat Ali Mia Sir and Registrar-in-charge Dr. S.M Shoaib Sir were present at the meeting.

We had a great opportunity to review the department’s academic progress, as well as our recent co-curricular and extracurricular initiatives. It was an insightful session where we shared our recent milestones and discussed strategic plans and valuable suggestions for the upcoming academic session. Looking forward to implementing these new ideas!

Bridging the gap between classroom and real-world media!

Today, students from the Department of Journalism and Media Studies at BGC Trust University Bangladesh had an incredible opportunity to visit the Chattogram Bureau Office of 'Ekhon Television'. Supervised by Lecturer Sarwar Kamal, this practical visit gave students a firsthand look into the fast-paced world of broadcast journalism.

EKhon Television's Chattogram Bureau Chief Hossain Ahmad Ziad warmly welcomed the group, walking them through the news process—from field gathering to editing and broadcasting. He reminded students that the future of media is highly dynamic, making multimedia and tech skills absolutely essential!

The day wrapped up with an educational visit to the historic Chattogram War Cemetery. A truly inspiring day preparing the journalists of tomorrow!

JMS 5th & 8th Batch, Get Ready for ! 📸

​This May 15, 2026, we are heading to the bustling Karnafuli Sadarghat for an immersive field work experience under our Photojournalism course!

​From the rhythmic flow of the river to the vibrant stories of the people at the heart of the port, we’ll be capturing the essence of daily life through our lenses. Join us as we explore the art of visual storytelling and turn real-life moments into powerful narratives.

​Stay tuned! adventure, inspiration, and raw human stories await!

Your journey into the world of media, creativity, communication, and storytelling starts here.
Join the next generation of journalists and media professionals at the Department of Journalism and Media Studies, BGC Trust University Bangladesh.

📌 Apply now and turn your passion into a profession.

Environmental Reporting Competition 2026

Empowering Voices for a Greener Tomorrow

Call for Pitch

Overview
The Department of Journalism and Media Studies at BGC Trust University Bangladesh (BGCTUB) invites students to participate in the Environmental Reporting Competition 2026. Organized by the 6th Batch (7th Semester) under the “Environmental and Disaster Journalism” course, this competition challenges you to uncover and report on critical ecological issues.

Submission Process: Two Phases

To ensure high-quality reporting, the competition will follow a two-step selection process:

1. Phase 1: The Pitch (Deadline: May 14, 2026) Submit a brief pitch outlining your story idea, the environmental issue you intend to cover, and your proposed methodology.
 Deadline: Thursday, May 14, 2026
 Submission Link: https://forms.gle/qQHytmPKmE1TUoya9

2. Phase 2: Final Report (Deadline: May 30, 2026) If your pitch is selected by our Jury Board, you will be invited to produce and submit your full news report.
 Deadline: Saturday, May 30, 2026

Final Report Formats
Selected participants can submit their work in one of the following categories:
 Feature Article: A deep-dive written piece between 800–1,200 words.
 Multimedia Report: A video report between 3–5 minutes, accompanied by a brief written script.

Recognition & Rewards

The Jury Board will evaluate the final submissions and select three winners. Excellence in reporting will be rewarded with:
 Cash Prize
 Certificate of Achievement
 Publication Opportunity in departmental or local media outlets.

Supervision & Contact

This competition is conducted under the professional supervision of the faculty to bridge academic theory with field practice.
 Supervised by: Sarwar Kamal Lecturer, Dept. of Journalism and Media Studies BGC Trust University Bangladesh
 For Queries: Please contact with anyone from 6th Batch (7th Semester)

Core Themes for Reporting

 Climate Change & Local Resilience
 Urban Pollution & Waste Management
 Biodiversity Threats in the Chittagong Region
 Disaster Preparedness & Policy Analysis

Submit your pitch today and be the voice for environmental change!

Students of the Department of Journalism, BGCTUB, visited the office of somoynews.tv as part of their academic activities.

During the visit, they explored the newsroom, studio, PCR, MCR, editing panels, and multimedia division, gaining firsthand experience of a modern broadcast environment. The session offered valuable practical insights into field reporting challenges and contemporary broadcasting technologies.