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.

Are late night study sessions effective?

Do late-night study sessions truly offer the environment conducive to learning and self-evaluation that individuals desire?

Should you consider pursuing an online degree?

Online degrees offer the freedom to study from anywhere, often at a fraction of the cost needed to pursue the same degrees in person from traditional universities.

How the US funding cuts are affecting international graduate students

The recent measures taken by US President Trump have caught the world of academia off guard, especially international students.

A kaleidoscope of colours at Jahangirnagar University

Serenity at Jahangirnagar University

Struggles of writing a research paper as an undergrad

Even though the end result is rewarding, the research paper writing process is filled with roadblocks that might feel insurmountable.

Shrouded by shame and eventually forgotten: Sexual harassment policies across universities in Bangladesh

While some perpetrators were held accountable, institutional responses remained inconsistent and were often shaped by power dynamics.

Signs that you are being exploited in your internship

The signs of such form of exploitation at the workplace are always there.

Navigating business case competitions as a non-business student

Case competitions aren’t just for business majors – they’re for anyone willing to tackle challenges, think critically, and work collaboratively.

Interviews

Interviews

Carbon emissions, climate change, and the cacao tree

In conversation with Shams-il Arefin Islam where he talks about his work and sheds light on how the cacao tree acts as an early climate alarm bell.

ISD celebrates 25 years of success with a new strategy in place

ISD is celebrating its 25th anniversary. On this occasion, Rising Stars sat down with Steve Calland-Scoble, the Director of ISD and an accomplished educator, to talk about the school and its plans going forward.

GIS is on a mission to become the nation’s leading Cambridge curriculum school

Ramesh Mudgal, the Principal of Glenrich International School (GIS), is a highly accomplished education administrator who has played a pivotal role in driving the growth and success of schools in both the UAE and Bangladesh. Rising Stars sat down for a quick interview with Ramesh where he talked about his experience, GIS, and Bangladesh's academic sector in general. 

Zamil Nowshan’s journey to the UN Summit of The Future

Nowshan will be joining the first committee meeting of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in late October as a UN Youth Champion for Disarmament of UN Office for Disarmament Affairs.

In conversation with Dr James Abdey

Dr James Abdey is an Associate Professor at the Department of Statistics, London School of Economics (LSE).

The experience of being a woman stand-up comedian in Bangladesh

In conversation with Poushi Razzaque, a young stand-up comedian.

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Noticeboard

AIUB inaugurates Japan Corner

The Japan Corner, a dedicated space in the university library that aims to foster cultural exchange, academic collaboration, and mutual understanding between Japan and Bangladesh.

ULAB wins Fair Play T20 Cup 2025 beating ISU

ULAB scored 204 for five wickets. In reply, ISU scored 123, losing all wickets in 19 overs.

British Council hosts symposium on employability

The British Council highlights the importance of youth voice, curriculum reform, and practical experience to foster critical thinking, adaptability, and job readiness.

BRAC University hosts seminar on “Changing Pharmaceutical Landscape of Bangladesh: Shaping Future Leaders”

The School of Pharmacy of BRAC University hosted a seminar titled “Changing Pharmaceutical Landscape of Bangladesh: Shaping Future Leaders” at the university’s Merul Badda campus.

Dwip Gallery opens call for submission for craft genre art exhibition

Dwip Galley is inviting craft artists to participate in a craft genre art exhibition scheduled for September 2025.

Students of Mostafiz Academy of Fine Arts secure eight awards at the 32nd World Children’s Picture Contest

Students of the Mostafiz Academy of Fine Arts (MAFA) won eight awards at the 32nd World Children’s Picture Contest.

Beximco Pharma signs MoU with NSU for research collaboration

Beximco Pharmaceuticals and the Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences of North South University (NSU) have entered a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at fostering research, innovation, and career development in the pharmaceutical sector.

Campus Life

Campus Life

Chittagong University Runners hosts marathon 10K 2025

Over 600 runners from across the country participated in the early morning event, held on the scenic routes of Chittagong University.

Pahela Baishakh celebrations across campuses

Universities across Bangladesh celebrate Pahela Baishakh.

Universities make last-minute preparations for Pahela Baishakh

Universities make last-minute preparations for Pahela Baishakh

Ramadan away from home

In the month of abstinence and devotion, it’s quite important for dormitories to ensure an environment conducive to religious practices.

In photos: Ramadan at Hall Para, Dhaka University

With the arrival of the holy month of Ramadan, the western residential area for students at Dhaka University (DU), also known as Hall Para, has been adorned with lights, flowers and crescent decorations.

In photos: Ramadan at BUET’s Ahsan Ullah Hall

In photos: Ramadan at BUET’s Ahsan Ullah Hall

Opinion

Opinion

Opinion / Mindless littering and our inability to keep our streets clean

Teaching someone the collective responsibility of keeping a city clean feels like trying to empty the Buriganga with a teacup.

Opinion / The need for a workforce planning roadmap for Bangladesh and what to do

Bangladesh needs to develop a comprehensive workforce planning roadmap to accommodate 100 million workers over the next decade.

How digital transformation is reshaping everything we know

Digital transformation enhances innovation and competitive advantage of any organization by encouraging innovation, business models, products and services.

Is a transformational leadership style the best way to overcome work stress?

Transformational leaders often influence and inspire employees of the organisation to find their core passion so that they can go beyond the asked expectations.

Living in fear: I am so tired of being a woman these days

Why, in 2025, am I still mapping out my movements as if walking through a battlefield?

Psychological stress and how it affects the mental well-being of students

Today, students have to deal with multiple sources of psychological stress that negatively affect their mental well-being as well as academic performance.

Understanding educational psychology: Harnessing AI for holistic learning

The use of AI-driven education can play a pivotal role in bridging the gap where quality education is still inaccessible to people.

Off Campus

Off Campus

KUET students reimagine local tea stalls for international design competition

Two teams from KUET reimagine local tea stalls for international design competition.

Severance is immensely ambitious to a fault

Severance feels like an inspired piece of work that dives into corporate culture.

Nostalgia, memory, and the power of physical media in a digital world

To many, collections are personal archives. They are reflections of tastes and values, and, to this day, the beauty of those tangible experiences remains.

Challenges female drivers face in Bangladesh

For many women, driving is not just about navigating the roads, but the need to overcome pervasive societal biases while grappling with safety concerns.

ULAB hosting its 15th Fair Play Cup T20 cricket tournament

The 15th edition of ULAB Fair Play T-20 Cup 2025 officially began on April 16, 2025, with University of Liberal Arts Bangladesh (ULAB) taking on Uttara University (UU) at the ULAB permanent campus.

A childhood in the Middle East and navigating a life back home

The struggles of once-expatriate students who grew up in the Middle East.

Netflix’s Devil May Cry: A reimagining with mixed results

The series primarily follows demon hunter Dante as he tries to stop an invasion from Hell while coming to terms with his childhood trauma and lineage.