academics

How to use AI efficiently and ethically for studying

Here are some efficient tips for using AI which will not compromise your learning.

From fresh graduate to faculty member: The prospects and challenges

Fresh graduates as educators: pros, cons, and insights.

Sexism in our universities: A sobering reality

Women continue to face biases in education despite increased participation.

The Joy of Finding Supportive Teachers

The pivotal role that teachers play in shaping our lives often goes underappreciated

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.

The academic junkie’s guide to micro-dosing success

As you enjoy studying at a comfortable pace, you’ll naturally want to increase the workload as you get used to the previous one.

From passion to profession: What it takes to be a music major

Pursuing music can be a difficult choice given the prevalence of familial and societal expectations. Therefore, mastering different skill sets is almost always an instrumental part of a musician’s life.  

The diverse world of Public Health and why you should care

Public Health as a field is vast and houses anyone willing to bring about positive impacts at societal levels. 

Recovering a sunk cost

When we realise we have entered a situation due to a bad decision, the sooner we can make an effort to get out, the better.

December 12, 2023
December 12, 2023

The unhealthy side of academic competition

While competitiveness amongst students can encourage more academic diligence, its darker side warrants more discussion.

November 30, 2023
November 30, 2023

The way to a productive gap year

Taking a gap year is a decision that’s far from simple. An unconventional route after wrapping up high school, a gap year can prove to be a major turning point in your education and career.

November 23, 2023
November 23, 2023

Starting a degree in Economics? A teacher tells you what to expect

Economics has a unique way of looking at the world through unique tools and mechanisms. The problem, however, starts here. If you ask the question: What is economics, you could be misled.

November 2, 2023
November 2, 2023

Features to look for in an international MBA

In this article, we offer an insider scoop on how prospective students and employers can tell a good MBA from a bad one by evaluating four key feature.

November 2, 2023
November 2, 2023

Embracing holistic early learning for a smooth educational transition

For every child, early moments matter. When life begins, more than one million neural connections are formed each second – a pace never repeated. The brain grows with environment, experience, and surrounding people. This is why the early years of childhood come with both opportunities and risks. 

October 23, 2023
October 23, 2023

The impact of privilege on US college applications

While many applicants work their fingers to the bone to present their best selves on paper, the reality remains that some individuals are inherently positioned with better odds right from the start.

September 7, 2023
September 7, 2023

Is it worth getting a double major?

Whether you’re a shell-shocked first-year student or a second-year student who is moderately seasoned, whether you should do a double major is a question you might be asking yourself. In Bangladesh, only private university students get the chance to complete a dual degree owing to the open credit system.

September 3, 2023
September 3, 2023

Are we prioritising the humanities enough?

While Bangladesh does have institutions and university departments dedicated to humanities subjects, the lack in the foundational level in these areas makes learning at such institutions very challenging. 

August 27, 2023
August 27, 2023

The right way to choose your university

As another enrollment season is coming around, here are a few pointers to get you started.

August 17, 2023
August 17, 2023

Shaping a greener future: The rising influence of sustainability careers

As the effects of climate change, resource depletion, and social inequity become more severe, the demand for sustainability experts grows.