U.S. Embassy Delegation Visits Premier University to Strengthen Institutional Collaboration and Holds a Courtesy Meeting with the Honorable Vice-Chancellor, Professor S. M. Nasrul Quadir
U.S. Embassy Delegation Visits Premier University to Strengthen Institutional Collaboration and Holds a Courtesy Meeting with the Honorable Vice-Chancellor, Professor S. M. Nasrul Quadir
On 9 November 2026, a delegation from the Public Diplomacy Section of the U.S. Embassy visited Premier University. During the visit, the delegation held a courtesy meeting and exchanged views with the University’s Vice-Chancellor, Professor S. M. Nasrul Quadir; Treasurer, Professor Dr. Zahed Hossain Sikder; and other senior officials of the university.
During the meeting, discussions focused on exploring various opportunities to further strengthen the existing collaboration between the U.S. Embassy and Premier University. Particular emphasis was placed on enhancing the university’s engagement and cooperation with the U.S. Embassy through American Corner Chattogram. The discussion also covered opportunities to facilitate a Fellow Exchange Program in the Department of English and expand the activities and student engagement initiatives of American Corner Chattogram.
The possibility of establishing a Writing Centre at Premier University was also discussed, with the aim of enhancing students’ academic competencies, writing abilities and communication skills. The proposed initiative seeks to develop students into more skilled, confident and well-rounded individuals while strengthening their competitiveness and professional readiness for the evolving job market.
Following the courtesy meeting, the delegation delivered a special presentation for students at American Corner Chattogram, located at Premier University’s GEC Campus. The presentation focused on U.S. higher education opportunities and various U.S. Government (USG) exchange programs. The session provided students with valuable insights into opportunities for pursuing higher education in the United States and participating in different exchange programs supported by the U.S. Government.
The visiting delegation included Richard Bruner, Acting Director of Public Engagement; Jonathan Gomes, Youth Engagement Specialist; and Shams Bin Nafiz, Alumni Coordinator, Academic and Professional Exchanges. They were accompanied by Sadat Zaman Khan, Legal Main Contact, American Corner Chattogram; R. Rafi Hossain, Coordinator, American Corner Chattogram; and Faiza Chowdhury, Assistant Coordinator, American Corner Chattogram.
