Center for Language Studies - CLS

An intra-university public speaking & creative writing contest "Language in Action 2026", organized by the Center for Language Studies (CLS), was successfully held on Thursday, 16 April 2026. The event brought together an inspiring display of talent, enthusiasm, and intellectual energy from ULABians.

We were deeply elated by the presence of our three guests of honour: Prof. Shamsad Mortuza, our student-friendly Vice Chancellor; Professor Imran Rahman, Special Advisor to the Board of Trustees,; and our Dr. Sayeedur Rahman, Advisor & Founding President, TESOL Society of Bangladesh. Their colorful presence greatly elevated the significance of the occasion.

Following a highly competitive preliminary round in the morning, the finalists took the stage in the afternoon to compete in three signature segments—Just-a-Minute (JAM), Creative Writing, and Turn-the-Coat. Each performance reflected not only linguistic excellence but also confidence, creativity, and critical thinking at its finest.

We extend our heartfelt appreciation to all participants for their dedication and remarkable performances. A special thank you to our volunteers, whose tireless efforts behind the scenes ensured the smooth ex*****on of the event. Your commitment truly made a difference.

We are also grateful to all the faculty members, judges, and organizers whose guidance and support made this event possible.

Congratulations to all the winners and participants for making Language in Action 2026 a memorable success!

Faculty members of Center for Language Studies (CLS) warmly welcomes Professor Shamsad Mortuza, PhD on his new role as the VC of ULAB. We look forward to reaching new milestones under his guidance.

A very timely workshop on a critical issue that requires immediate attention and comprehensive preparedness.

On October 9, 2025 Center for Language Studies (CLS) organised a workshop titled " Learning French: Unlocking the World of Opportunities " facilitated by Sonia Yaz Alam.

Ms. Alam is a professional language trainer and freelance consultant who is experienced in teaching French language and culture to children, as well as to diplomats and officials of various embassies in Dhaka. An extensive global traveller, she has served in numerous capacities in the embassies of France, Italy, Egypt and Canada.

French is an official language in 26 countries and a global touchstone of literature, art, fashion and cuisine. Learning it can open career opportunities, deepen cultural understanding and make travel more rewarding.This workshop was an attempt to ignite students' curiosity for language learning and showcase opportunities a language can unlock.@

Interactive workshop on Exploring Qualitative Research Techniques

This interactive workshop intends to uncover and address the various opinions/beliefs of the faculty members on the pressing issue of AI and education and initiate a dialogic approach on tackling and understanding this at ULAB. It will discuss the potential uses of generative AI like ChatGPT in tertiary classrooms. It will outline the different ways educators can avail support from AI for their research, teaching, and assessment and also showcase how it can help students in their learning process. Furthermore, this workshop will also point out the significant risks embedded in it and how those risks can be minimised. Finally, there will be a hands-on collaborative activity part on making classroom lessons AI-inclusive and more engaging for the participants.

Event registration link: https://forms.gle/gwZi9fEhA3MXJFYc6
Registration deadline: October 29, 2024
(Only for ULAB faculty members)

CLS organized a constructive induction session for the Listening and Speaking instructors. The session focused on equipping the instructors with innovative tools, strategies, and techniques to engage students in interactive learning experiences. From improving communication skills to ensuring a supportive classroom environment, our instructors are ready to help students build confidence in their language abilities.