Dhaka School of Economics Students Selected for the Prestigious Global Millennium Fellowship (Class of 2026)
In a momentous achievement on the global academic stage, two students from the Department of Entrepreneurship Economics of the Dhaka School of Economics (DScE), University of Dhaka, have been selected for the globally renowned Millennium Fellowship (Class of 2026).
The Millennium Fellowship is a prestigious leadership development program presented jointly by the United Nations Academic Impact (UNAI) and the Millennium Campus Network (MCN).
The selected fellows are:
▫️Progga Saha — Session 2023–24, Department of Entrepreneurship Economics
▫️A S Agnijeeta — Session 2024–25, Department of Entrepreneurship Economics
The selection process for the Class of 2026 was exceptionally rigorous and competitive worldwide:
▫️76,000+ applicants applied globally across 6,000+ campuses from over 170 nations.
▫️Only 330+ campuses (top 5%) were selected worldwide to host fellowship cohorts.
▫️From this extensive international applicant pool, only 5,500+ emerging leaders were awarded the fellowship.
Advancing Sustainable Development and Social Impact
The Millennium Fellowship convenes, challenges, and celebrates student leaders who are implementing tangible social, community, and economic initiatives aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and UNAI principles.
Representing the Dhaka School of Economics and the University of Dhaka, Progga Saha and A S Agnijeeta have demonstrated exemplary leadership, innovative vision, and a strong commitment toward creating measurable socio-economic impact.
This milestone stands as a testament to the academic environment and holistic development fostered at Dhaka School of Economics. DScE remains dedicated to bridging theoretical economic foundations with real-world entrepreneurial leadership, empowering students to drive transformative change both nationally and globally.
The administration, faculty members, and students of Dhaka School of Economics extend their heartfelt congratulations to both fellows and wish them continued success throughout this transformative global program.
