Department of Media and Communication, IUB

Faculty Highlights: Media and Communication Department Connects with International Cinema at Norwegian Embassy Screening

The Department of Media and Communication at the Independent University, Bangladesh (IUB) continues to bridge academic learning with the global film industry. On Thursday, June 11, 2026, representatives from the department, led by the Head of Department (HoD) Dr. Imran Firdaus, attended an exclusive film screening organized by the Royal Norwegian Embassy in Dhaka.
The delegation, which included postgraduate students Armanul Karim and Baizid Khan, was invited to the Colosseum Hall at the Gulshan Club for the screening of "Sentimental Value," the latest feature by acclaimed Norwegian director Joachim Trier.
Reflecting on the event, Dr. Imran Firdaus praised the film's complex "narrative architecture," noting how effectively Trier mapped out a screen story of a family dealing with a father's sudden absence and navigating the emotional "stage fright" of overcoming trauma. For the attending postgraduate students, the screening provided a rare, masterclass-level look at contemporary international storytelling techniques.
Following the screening, the group from Media and Communication department met with His Excellency, the Norwegian Ambassador Håkon Arald Gulbrandsen, to discuss the film and explore future avenues for cultural and educational exchange. This engagement underscores the department’s commitment to exposing its students to world-class cinema and building meaningful connections with international cultural missions in Bangladesh

The Department of Media and Communication was privileged to host Professor Mashrur Shahid Hossain for a thought-provoking lecture titled “Unscrewing ‘the doors themselves’: Prosumption of Violence Against and By Women in Media.”

Drawing on Walt Whitman’s call to “Unscrew the doors themselves from their jambs!”, Professor Hossain critically explored the representation of victimized and violent women in film, reflected on violence against men in media, and examined the mediated histories of Birangonas and Comfort Women.

The lecture generated vibrant discussions on gender, violence, memory, and media representation. Students were highly engaged throughout the session, culminating in a fruitful and insightful Q&A discussion.

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**Special Lecture | Gender and Communication:CMN426**

The Department of Media and Communication is honored to host Professor Mashrur Shahid Hossain for a lecture titled:

**“Unscrewing ‘the doors themselves’: Prosumption of Violence Against and By Women in Media”**

The lecture will critically explore how contemporary media cultures shape, circulate, and contest narratives of gendered violence, raising important questions about power, agency, and representation.

✨ REMINDER! Dhaka Zine Mela 2026 starts tomorrow! ✨

We're incredibly proud to share that two students from the Department of Media & Communication, IUB — Saba Ali Hafiz and Shafrin Islam — have been selected to showcase their work at Dhaka Zine Mela 2026! 🎉📚

Their creativity, storytelling, and dedication have earned them a place among a wonderful lineup of artists and zine-makers from across the country.

📍 Goethe-Institut Bangladesh, Dhanmondi
📅 June 6–7, 2026
⏰ 11 AM – 9 PM

Join us in celebrating Saba and Shafrin's achievement, explore amazing independent publications, and support local creators. See you there!

Join our student Shafrin Islam for a hands-on Print-Making Zines: Tactile Storytelling Workshop and explore the art of storytelling through print, paper, and creativity. Whether you're an artist, writer, designer, or simply curious about zines, this workshop is open to everyone!

Come create, experiment, and discover how stories can live beyond the screen. See you at Dhaka Zine Mela 2026 🩷

We are delighted to share that Muhammad Tasneemul Hasan Taz, an alumnus of our Department, has been honored with the Best Scriptwriter Award at the National Film Awards-2023 for his outstanding work in RAKTAJABA (2023).

This remarkable achievement reflects his creativity, dedication, and excellence in storytelling. We are incredibly proud of his success and wish him continued growth and many more milestones ahead in the world of film and media.

Congratulations, Taz! 🌟

🎉 **A Proud Moment for the Department!** 🇧🇩⚽

The Department of Media and Communication at IUB proudly congratulates our undergraduate student Farzeen Ghani on being selected as the only Ceremonies Volunteer from Bangladesh for the FIFA World Cup matches in Toronto, Canada.

As part of the FIFA World Cup ceremonies team, Farzeen will have the unique opportunity to carry the flag of Bangladesh on one of the world's biggest sporting stages. This remarkable achievement reflects her dedication, enthusiasm, and commitment to engaging with global events and multicultural communities.

We are immensely proud to see one of our students representing Bangladesh at such a prestigious international event. Farzeen’s accomplishment is an inspiration to our students and a testament to the opportunities that await those who pursue their aspirations with passion and determination.

The Department extends its heartfelt congratulations and best wishes to Farzeen. We look forward to seeing her make Bangladesh, IUB, and the Department of Media and Communication proud on the world stage.

📣 Welcoming Our Adjunct Faculty for Summer 2026!

The Department of Media and Communication is delighted to welcome two distinguished media professionals to our MSS in Media and Communication Graduate Program this Summer 2026 semester.

🎬 Farid Ahmad joins us to teach CMN662: Television and Video Documentary. An internationally acclaimed filmmaker and Artistic Director of Liberation DocFest Bangladesh, his work has received recognition from prestigious global platforms and film institutions.

📰 Shahriar Karim joins us to teach CMN667: Advanced Reporting and Editing. A veteran journalist and former BBC broadcaster with over three decades of experience, he currently serves as Executive Editor of The Daily Sangbad and brings a wealth of newsroom leadership and editorial expertise.

We are honored to have these accomplished professionals share their knowledge, industry experience, and insights with our graduate students. Please join us in extending a warm welcome to them as they become part of our academic community.

Eid Mubarak!