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.
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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.
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Universities and the government have failed the students
The responsibility for this bloodshed cannot be avoided by either the government or the university authorities.
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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.
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Framing the injustices against RMG workers in Bangladesh
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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
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
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
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
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.
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