JnU, As-Sunnah Foundation sign MoU for temporary accommodation of 700 students

The Jagannath University (JnU) administration has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with As-Sunnah Foundation to provide temporary accommodation for 700 students with scholarships.

This initiative aims to address the housing crisis faced by JnU studentsThe agreement was formalized at the vice-chancellor’s conference room on Tuesday morning in the presence of JnU Vice-Chancellor Professor Dr Rezaul Karim and As-Sunnah Foundation Chairman Shaikh Ahmadullah.

Under the MoU, accommodation will be provided at Bashundhara Riverview in Keraniganj.

Scholarships covering 100%, 75%, 50%, and 25% of costs will be awarded based on academic performance, financial need, and family circumstances.

The facility will include a state-of-the-art library, computer labs, linguistic training, including IELTS preparation and government-approved education and soft skill development courses.

As-Sunnah Foundation will cover all accommodation expenses, while the university will manage transportation for students commuting between the housing facility and the campus.

Sheikh Ahmadullah, chairman of As-Sunnah Foundation, expressed enthusiasm for the project: "This initiative has been in our thoughts for a long time. With the university administration’s proactive steps, we are now meeting the demands of both sides. Our vision is to expand from accommodating 700 students to 5,000 and contribute to solving the housing crises of universities across the country."

JnU Vice-Chancellor Professor Dr Rezaul Karim highlighted the urgency of resolving the housing issue: "When I joined as Vice-Chancellor, solving the housing crisis was the biggest challenge. A committee was formed a month ago to explore temporary solutions, and today, through combined efforts, we have secured housing for 700 students."

He added that the university is simultaneously working on a permanent housing solution and promised students further good news soon.

Following the Ministry of Education’s directive on November 12, the university formed a committee on December 3 to secure grants and sponsors to address the housing crisis. This MoU marks a significant milestone in these efforts.