How university administrative inefficiencies affect students

Both public and private universities are falling short in handling minor issues, and action must be taken to reduce the red tape involved.
22 January 2026, 10:00 AM

Life and leadership are about trade-offs: SOAS VC

Commencement address delivered at BRACU's 17th Convocation by Prof. Adam Habib.
9 December 2025, 09:58 AM

Khorshed mama's iced tea: A staple among BRAC University students

Motivated by a strong desire to serve the community and business, Khorshed decided to establish his tea shop — “Ek Cup Cha”— near the BRACU campus.
3 December 2025, 12:38 PM

Post-earthquake reflections of public university students

The condition of public university halls is poor, with their structural safety often in doubt
22 November 2025, 10:36 AM

What students should know about caring for cats on campuses

The campus cats provide comfort, making the campus feel warm and welcoming, and create a sense of belonging. Because of this connection, we naturally want to care for them. However, caring for campus cats is not only about feeding them; it is about feeding them correctly, keeping them safe, and respecting their freedom
18 November 2025, 07:40 AM

BUFT FDT-231 batch organises “231 Collectives” fashion presentation

The fashion show showcased over 64 uniquely designed outfits.
8 November 2025, 10:18 AM

How universities can make group projects more collaborative

Can universities change the system to ensure that each member is held equally accountable?
6 November 2025, 11:00 AM

Why universities should have student newspapers

Student-run newspapers have the potential to amplify student voices, highlight campus issues, and drive social change.
6 November 2025, 10:00 AM

Charukola Animation Society hosts student-led animation festival

The three-day-long festival celebrated the spirit of art, collaboration, and creativity.
1 November 2025, 13:05 PM

Alok Projjolon Festival lights up DU’s Faculty of Fine Arts

Alok Projjolon Festival 1432 was celebrated with great splendour at the Faculty of Fine Arts, Dhaka University.
27 October 2025, 09:11 AM

Understanding the complexities of DU’s student health insurance

DU has introduced a healthcare insurance scheme for its regular students, providing coverage for those up to 28 years old in various listed hospitals for an annual premium of BDT 330. Students can access a maximum insurance benefit of BDT 80,000 per year for hospital admissions, including BDT 16,000 per day for cabin or ward rent, medical services, and doctors' fees.
16 October 2025, 12:00 PM

KUET hosts Cultural Night 2025 as part of its University Day celebrations

Every year, September 1 is observed as “University Day” at Khulna University of Engineering & Technology (KUET).
27 September 2025, 16:43 PM

Are first-year friendships truly doomed to fail?

Why first-year university friend groups often break apart
23 September 2025, 09:33 AM

DU Fine Arts organises art exhibition

Students from the Faculty of Fine Arts at Dhaka University (DU) recently organised Syllaবাদ, an art exhibition that extends beyond academic boundaries.
1 September 2025, 13:50 PM

The five stages of grief in a group assignment

As a student, there will come a time where you will be forced to participate in group assignments. If you are unlucky enough, you will have to do it quite a few times. If you are God’s favourite soldier, maybe you will get to do it with your friends or people who actually take their studies seriously. But few of us are rarely that fortunate.
21 August 2025, 11:00 AM

Is accessibility an afterthought at our university campuses?

Accessibility in universities should reflect society’s commitment to equality.
19 June 2025, 05:00 AM

The sorry state of washrooms at Dhaka University

If the upkeep of a washroom, a basic and essential facility, is too much to ask of our universities, what does that signal about the priorities of those in charge?
19 June 2025, 04:00 AM

The stories behind the red walls of IUT

The red bricks throughout the IUT campus are not just building blocks; they stand as witnesses to countless memories that have shaped this institution.
20 May 2025, 10:22 AM

The lives of international medical students in Bangladesh

Although Bangladesh welcomes a considerable number of medical students every year, there still remains a lot to account for if we truly want to be a hub for medical education.
15 May 2025, 04:00 AM

A kaleidoscope of colours at Jahangirnagar University

Serenity at Jahangirnagar University
8 May 2025, 08:22 AM