Professor Shoaib Ahamed Bhuiyan, founder of US-based new media initiative Republic TV US, becomes the first Bangladeshi-American to receive a Joint Legislative Resolution honor from the New Jersey State Senate and General Assembly for his contributions to media and community leadership during Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month.
The recognition highlights Professor Shoaib’s work in media, education, and public advocacy, as well as his efforts to amplify the voices and achievements of the Bangladeshi American and broader South Asian communities in the United States.
Professor Shoaib, who teaches Cybersecurity and Artificial Intelligence at Fairleigh Dickinson University (FDU), has also served as a faculty member at institutions including Columbia University, Pace University, the City University of New York (CUNY), and NASD. Beyond academia, he is recognized as a prominent voice in national and international media, advocating for social justice, religious freedom, anti-war initiatives, equal rights, and the fight against institutional racism. His work emphasizes human dignity and equity regardless of race, nationality, faith, or political affiliation.
Previously, Professor Shoaib was also the first Bangladeshi American elected as a Faculty Senator at the City University of New York’s LaGuardia Community College (LAGCC) Senate. He has appeared in interviews and discussions across a wide range of media outlets, including ABC News, NBC News, Al Jazeera, TRT World, Future Startup, and several other international platforms.
He is the founder of the bilingual alternative media platform Republic TV USA and host of The Democracy and Justice Show, which has received millions of views across Asia, the Americas, Europe, and Africa.
Assemblywoman Shama Haider presented the Joint Legislative Resolution as part of events recognizing the impact and achievements of AAPI leaders and professionals across New Jersey.
Speaking after receiving the honor, Professor Ahamed expressed gratitude for the recognition and dedicated the achievement to the Bangladeshi American community and aspiring young professionals working in media, education, and public service. The recognition marks a significant milestone for Bangladeshi Americans in New Jersey and reflects the community's growing contributions to academia, media, technology, and public life.
