As the Chairperson of the Department of English, University of Dhaka, I am pleased to greet our vibrant 35-year old English Department Alumni Society (EDAS) for arranging the online webinar series for our alumni and current students on the occasion of the birth centenary of both our alma mater and the department. We had exciting plans to celebrate the event, but due to the COVID 19 rampage all plans had to be sadly shelved. I am hoping against hope that brighter days will come soon and we will be able to rebuild our lives with stronger signs of positivity and solidarity.
Being a part of the first English Department in the country is certainly a matter of pride for us, but we must not forget that this is a Herculean task, and we have to nurture this responsibility with care and sincerity. I look forward to taking the department to newer heights for our progeny through sustainable activities despite many challenges. I must add that I have no doubt EDAS will continue to play its significant role in keeping the alumni-teacher-student bond intact.
Dear all, let’s wish for a happier, healthier and virus free world where we can celebrate our future reunions with each other not on digital platforms but in person on some lush green grounds.