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BRAC University partners with SOAS, UK on joint PhD in global development

BRAC University and SOAS University of London have jointly launched a collaborative PhD programme.

Inside BRACU’s Mongol Tori rover: Hypersonic

Mongol Tori Hypersonic emerged as the 8th best rover globally and 2nd in Asia.

UIU 6th, BRACU 8th at University Rover Challenge 2025

UIU Mars Rover from United International University (UIU) and BRACU Mongol-Tori from BRAC University (BRACU) secured the 6th and 8th positions respectively at the University Rover Challenge (URC) 2025 finals.

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.

Celebrating Sir Fazle Hasan Abed’s life, legacy, and values on his 89th birthday

BRAC University celebrated the 89th birthday of its founder, Sir Fazle Hasan Abed, at its Merul Badda campus in Dhaka on April 27 through a number of events reflecting on his life, legacy, and values.

BRAC University hosts seminar on transformative language policies

A seminar titled “Transformative Language Policies for Linguistic and Cultural Diversity, and Social Justice and Equity in Bangladesh” was recently organised at BRAC University by BIL.

Consultation meeting held on Rx-RET project explores decarbonisation in Bangladesh's pharmaceutical industry

The School of Pharmacy, BRAC University, in collaboration with BRAC James P Grant School of Public Health, the Centre for Entrepreneurship Development, and the BSRM School of Engineering, recently hosted a consultation meeting titled “Exploring Bangladesh’s Green Transition: Decarbonization in the Pharmaceutical Industry” at BRAC University.

BRAC University holds its 16th Convocation

BRAC University organised its 16th Convocation on February 25, 2025 at the Bangladesh-China Friendship Exhibition Center in Purbachal, Dhaka

BRAC University students protest against rape, rising crime in the country

The protest began at 11:30am in front of the university's main gate and continued until 3:00pm

October 4, 2024
October 4, 2024

BRACU alumni-led startup redefining possibilities underwater

The goal of DuboTech is to make life efficient, safer, and easier, especially when it concerns underwater research and other industrial purposes.

September 19, 2024
September 19, 2024

How BRACU’s drone team – RaptorX – conducted relief operations in Feni

BRACU RaptorX, a drone team from BRAC University (BRACU) has successfully completed its mission of delivering relief materials like medicines, sanitary napkins, and dry food items to several remote flood-affected areas in Feni.

September 11, 2024
September 11, 2024

Dr Syed Ferhat Anwar appointed as Vice-Chancellor of BRAC University

BRAC University has announced the appointment of Dr Syed Ferhat Anwar as its new Vice-Chancellor, effective from Sep 11, 2024.

August 29, 2024
August 29, 2024

BRACU students develop ‘Nabik’ robot for flood relief

Students from the Robotics Club of BRAC University, in collaboration with the startup Nabik Automations, have developed a remote-controlled robot to assist in flood relief in affected regions. Named 'Nabik', this two-foot-long boat is designed to deliver life jackets and food packages to places where larger vessels cannot reach. It also provides real-time footage to ensure communication between rescue teams and those in need.

August 11, 2024
August 11, 2024

From rockstar to ‘jharudar’, no work is small for exemplary musicians

Music played a pivotal role in inspiring the nation to rise against the fascist and autocratic regime of former prime minister Sheikh Hasina. From Shezan’s stirring “Kotha Ko” to Hannan’s powerful “Awaaz Utha Bangladesh”, the youth united in a quest for democracy against a corrupt government. 

August 6, 2024
August 6, 2024

Come together to oppose and prevent destructive behaviours: BRACU Pro-VC

"We urge everyone to stay vigilant and work together to protect and support each other."

August 3, 2024
August 3, 2024

626 faculty members of BRAC University release statement of solidarity

626 faculty members across all departments and institutes of BRAC University released a joint statement on August 2 expressing their solidarity with the students, their families, and all those affected by the unrest that followed the quota reform protests. 

August 2, 2024
August 2, 2024

BRAC University faculty members show solidarity with students

In an open letter to their students, several faculty members from BRAC University (BRACU) expressed their solidarity with them after the unrest that unfolded across the country in July following the quota reform protests. 

July 18, 2024
July 18, 2024

BRAC University students request urgent medical assistance at campus

Several hundred BRAC University (BRACU) students are stuck inside their campus, and many of them are currently in need of urgent medical assistance. 

July 18, 2024
July 18, 2024

Police clash with BRAC University students, lob tear gas shells at campus

12 motorcycles, office of Rampura traffic assistant commissioner torched