Opinion
Opinion / The lack of freedom for minorities is indicative of institutional issues
The communal attacks against minorities undermine the very essence of unity and justice that countless student protesters have sacrificed their lives for.
Opinion / The importance of gender quota
In Bangladesh, gender quotas are essential for cultivating a more equitable society.
Opinion / Your comments on leaving the country are not welcome here
It is the task— the responsibility, even— of anyone with a semblance of power to uphold the rights of those without. So when crisis befalls, why do we suggest escape to those who cannot?
World leaders are disconnected from the youth
Student protestors are calling out the double standards of Western powers
Opinion / How university rankings fail to paint the full picture
The formulaic nature of rankings means that universities can easily game the system to climb up certain data points.
Sexual harassment in universities and the struggle for justice
The recent case of Fairuz Abontika is a painful reminder of how incompetent universities are in dealing with sexual harassment complaints
With Ramadan returning, should classes be online?
When we speak of learning being efficient, it is important to remember that the traffic in Dhaka city really works against everyone.
Opinion / The drawbacks of open credit systems
Despite the pros that open credit systems come with, a few fundamental pitfalls can threaten to make your academic life even more of a struggle.
How political instability affects students
While online classes are necessary given the situation, they are not a cure.
Was the six-month semester a good idea for private universities?
The new system has created a looming threat of session jams, something previously unheard of in private institutes.
Why must there be a mandatory minimum university attendance?
Whilst it is not an easy task to do well in tests without attending classes, if a student somehow manages to make up for it by working hard they shouldn’t suffer for it.
Why there’s a lack of English medium students applying to public universities
It’s commonly seen that participation from English medium students is comparatively much lower.
The BCS obsession of public university students
Why do many public university students abandon their majors to become BCS cadres?
Should menstrual leaves be issued in educational institutions?
Menstruation, one of the most normal bodily functions, has been branded as taboo since the beginning of time.
Are private universities ready for a two-semester system?
The scenario here has been nothing but rushed and confusing.
Do university rankings reflect reality?
Do rankings serve any purpose other than boosting institutional pride?
The unwanted necessity of coaching centres
Given the current quality of education, a lion’s share of students needs extra guidance to understand complex topics.
