17/09/2026
🎥 GAU LPDC Brings International Short Films to Gazipur Agricultural University
A remarkable evening of storytelling, creativity, and global perspectives unfolded at Begum Sufia Kamal Auditorium, Gazipur Agricultural University, with the special campus screening of the 17th International Inter-University Short Film Festival (IIUSFF).
From 1,263 short films submitted by young filmmakers from 92 countries, 200 films were shortlisted for the final selection in Bangladesh, from which 18 remarkable short films were screened at GAU—bringing diverse stories and cinematic expressions from around the world to our campus.
The screening was graced by Prof. Dr. G.K.M. Mostafizur Rahman, Vice-Chancellor, GAU, as the Chief Guest. In his remarks, he appreciated the initiative and highlighted the significance of exposing university students to diverse cultures, ideas, and creative expressions. He also congratulated everyone involved in GAU’s achievement of becoming the National Champion at Bangladesh Innovation Fair 2026.
The event also featured insightful remarks from Prof. Dr. Shafiul Islam Afrad, Treasurer, GAU; Prof. Dr. Mostafa Mahmud Hasan, Director, IQAC, Khwaja Yunus Ali University; and Prof. Dr. Sattwikes Pal, Advisor, GAU LPDC.
Speaking at the event, Prof. Dr. Mohammad Sharif Raihan, President, GAU LPDC, emphasized that initiatives like this can help students connect with new cultures, perspectives, and ideas beyond the conventional academic environment.
Representing GAU LPDC, Office Secretary Ashikur Lizan also addressed the audience, while Suha, a member of Dhaka University Film Society (DUFS), shared insights from the festival.
🏆 The festival will recognize outstanding filmmakers through awards including the Zahir Raihan Best Short Award, Tareque Masud Best Emerging Director Award, Best One Minute Shorts, and Reels of Resistance.
The festival is organized by Dhaka University Film Society (DUFS), with the GAU campus screening hosted by GAU Language & Personal Development Club (GAU LPDC). The festival is partnered by the Embassy of Norway and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP).
The central three-day screening of the festival will take place at TSC, University of Dhaka, from 21–23 September 2026.
From global stories to a single screen—GAU became a window to the world of cinema. 🌍🎞️
— GAU Language & Personal Development Club (GAU LPDC)