Stamford University students showcase business ideas at ‘Mitali Mela’

The Department of Journalism and Media Studies at Stamford University Bangladesh organised an educational fair titled ‘Mitali Mela’, showcasing student entrepreneurship and practical economic learning.

The fair was arranged by students of the 83rd batch as part of their Economics course and was held on Monday, February 2, at the university’s garden premises, says a press release.

The event was inaugurated by Acting Vice-Chancellor Prof Dr Mohammad Jeaul Hasan, in the presence of Department Chairman Prof Quazi Abdul Mannan, Registrar Muhammad Abdul Matin, Prodeepto Mobarook, Head of Public Relation Division, Quarry Management and Call Centre, Stamford University Bangladesh, along with faculty members from the Department of Journalism and Media Studies and other academic departments.

The programme was coordinated by Assistant Professor Tania Sultana, while Lecturer Fahrista Siddique oversaw the overall coordination of the event.

Speaking as the chief guest, Prof Dr Mohammad Jeaul Hasan said the fair was designed to help students develop entrepreneurial skills through hands-on experience, allowing them to apply theoretical economic concepts in real-life business settings.

Five stalls were set up under the theme “Avoid Plastic”, each representing a separate business idea. The stalls were named Talonk, Alokandona, Hatbazar, Kitchen Corner, and Declutter Store.

Faculty members said the initiative helped bridge the gap between classroom learning and real-world practice, highlighting the importance of experiential education. Students from different batches visited the fair throughout the day.

The Talonk stall featured handmade jewellery and women’s clothing, including clay jewellery, dresses, paintings, sunglasses, thread crafts and customised accessories.

Alokandona focused on women’s clothing, showcasing hand-painted sarees and tops paired with matching accessories.

Kitchen Corner attracted large crowds with snacks such as jhalmuri, pudding, singara, rolls, egg chops, sausage soup and sandwiches, reflecting an understanding of consumer demand and pricing.

Hatbazar promoted rural food culture by offering village fruits such as peyara, anarosh and boroi, served in traditional vorta style, drawing attention for its focus on local produce.

Organisers said Mitali Mela provided students with a practical platform to explore entrepreneurship, economics and sustainability in an interactive environment.