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| Type | Media institute |
|---|---|
| Established | 1998 |
| President | Shahidul Alam |
| Location | Dhaka , Bangladesh |
| Website | Official Website |
Pathshala South Asian Media Institute is an educational institution affiliated with Dhaka University based in Dhaka, Bangladesh, specializing in media education, particularly photography, film, and multimedia studies. [1]
Pathshala was founded in 1998 by Shahidul Alam, a renowned photographer and activist. [2] It was established with the aim of providing high-quality education in visual media and journalism in South Asia.
Pathshala offers a variety of undergraduate and postgraduate programs designed to prepare students for careers in photography, film, multimedia journalism, and visual arts. [3] The institute emphasizes practical learning, critical thinking, and ethical practices in media production.
The faculty at Pathshala comprises experienced photographers, filmmakers, and media professionals who impart their knowledge and skills to students. [4] The governing body includes Syed Manzoorul Islam, Zia Rahman, Shahidul Alam, Rahnuma Ahmed, Samina Luthfa, Fahmidul Haq, Tanzim Wahab, Mirja Taslima Sultana, Reffat Ferdous. Khandakar Tanvir Murad, Kha Ma Harun. [5]
GMB Akash, Munem Wasif, Andrew Biraj, Prito Reza, Sarker Protick, Saiful Huq Omi, Khaled Hasan, Saiful Huq Omi are notable alumnus of Pathshala. [6] [7] [8] [9] [10] [11] [12]
Pathshala actively engages in community projects that use media as a tool for social change and advocacy. [13] The institute collaborates with local and international organizations to address pressing social issues through visual storytelling and documentary work.
Pathshala has garnered recognition both locally and internationally for its contributions to media education and documentary practice. [14] It has been featured in various media outlets and has received awards for the outstanding work of its students. [15]
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