Samina Luthfa

When art and politics collide

Dr Samina Luthfa, associate professor at the Department of Sociology in Dhaka University, talks about the recent controversy surrounding Shilpakala Academy and the theatre scene in Bangladesh with Monorom Polok of The Daily Star.

3w ago

Students and faculty need more say in universities

To make universities more autonomous, rules and regulations must be revised so that sectarian and partisan politics are not allowed to take over. This applies first to teachers and then to students. Teachers and students need to be aware of the importance of democratic practices, but this does not mean they should be used for political purposes. Universities must focus on the smooth functioning of education and the betterment of the country, rather than serving as a platform for political parties.

1m ago

Universities and the government have failed the students

The responsibility for this bloodshed cannot be avoided by either the government or the university authorities.

4m ago

Youth depression is a symptom of broader societal malaise

The youth, usually part of families, find themselves disproportionately affected by the rising tide of depression.

11m ago

Framing the injustices against RMG workers in Bangladesh

On April 24, 2013, the collapse of Rana Plaza—a building that housed seven garment factories in Savar—killed at least 1,176 people.

5y ago
November 15, 2024
November 15, 2024

When art and politics collide

Dr Samina Luthfa, associate professor at the Department of Sociology in Dhaka University, talks about the recent controversy surrounding Shilpakala Academy and the theatre scene in Bangladesh with Monorom Polok of The Daily Star.

October 10, 2024
October 10, 2024

Students and faculty need more say in universities

To make universities more autonomous, rules and regulations must be revised so that sectarian and partisan politics are not allowed to take over. This applies first to teachers and then to students. Teachers and students need to be aware of the importance of democratic practices, but this does not mean they should be used for political purposes. Universities must focus on the smooth functioning of education and the betterment of the country, rather than serving as a platform for political parties.

July 18, 2024
July 18, 2024

Universities and the government have failed the students

The responsibility for this bloodshed cannot be avoided by either the government or the university authorities.

December 20, 2023
December 20, 2023

Youth depression is a symptom of broader societal malaise

The youth, usually part of families, find themselves disproportionately affected by the rising tide of depression.

October 4, 2019
October 4, 2019

Framing the injustices against RMG workers in Bangladesh

On April 24, 2013, the collapse of Rana Plaza—a building that housed seven garment factories in Savar—killed at least 1,176 people.