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Sustenance, soaring prices, and struggling students

For many students on a tight budget, meals become purely practical, devoid of any consideration for nutrition or quality.

The terrible eating habits of university students

For students, the very idea of sustenance is synonymous with ‘eating whatever you can’, and this practice is only reinforced by restaurants and university cafeterias offering mainly deep-fried items rich in unsaturated fats and unhealthy carbohydrates.

NASA chief astronaut delivers an inspirational talk at BRAC University

BRAC University recently hosted an inspirational talk by veteran astronaut Joseph M Acaba, chief of NASA’s Astronaut Office, at its Merul Badda campus on December 15.

Bangladesh wins six gold medals at World Mathematics Team Championship 2024

Participating in the World Mathematics Team Championship 2024, Team Bangladesh has achieved six gold medals, 11 silver medals, and seven bronze medals alongside three merit awards.

The role of ECAs in securing funds for graduate studies abroad

The notion that involvement with extra-curricular activities makes one eligible for graduate funding is hardly the truth.

16 Days of Activism / Can social media help combat gender-based cyber violence?

Digital platforms can become a powerful tool to combat gender-based cyber violence, but only if we act decisively.

The Daily Star and UNDP organise Cyber Defence Innovation Challenge 2024

The Cyber Defence Innovation Challenge (CDIC) was a multi-phase competition encouraging creative approaches to cyber safety.

The Daily Star partners with UNDP for a safer cyberspace

The campaign sought to tackle the vulnerabilities arising from Bangladesh’s rapid digital transformation.

From MIST to MIT: The journey of Akib Zaman

Campus sat down for a virtual interview with Akib where he shared more about his experiences, research, and insights.

December 9, 2024
December 9, 2024

NSU hosts two-day international conference on paradigmatic shifts in English Language education

The gathering drew over 500 academics, researchers, educators, and students from Bangladesh and around the world.

December 9, 2024
December 9, 2024

Day-long “National Career Fair 2024” held at State University of Bangladesh

SUB in collaboration with Excellence Bangladesh, successfully hosted the “SUB National Career Fair 2024” on December 7, 2024.

December 9, 2024
December 9, 2024

Bangladesh women’s national team footballers join “Healthier in Motion” campaign at BRAC University

The U.S. Embassy in Dhaka was joined by Bangladesh national women’s football team captain Sabina Khatun and players Maria Manda, Ritu Porna Chakma, and Masura Parvin for an event to promote the USAID “Healthier in Motion” wellness campaign at the BRAC University campus on December 9.

December 9, 2024
December 9, 2024

IUB hosts book launch event of “Living with Refugees”

The School of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences at IUB launched a book titled Living with Refugees on November 28, 2024.

December 7, 2024
December 7, 2024

Four Bangladeshis honoured with 2024 Diana Award

Four Bangladeshis were honoured with the award for their outstanding contribution to society.

December 6, 2024
December 6, 2024

BRAC University alumna receives fellowship for master’s at University of Oxford

Fatema Shorna, an alumna of BRAC University, has started pursuing an MSc in Radiobiology at the University of Oxford.

December 5, 2024
December 5, 2024

AI in the newsroom: Is Bangladesh ready to keep pace with the world?

Discussions about future plans involving AI in journalism remain largely irrelevant at this stage.

December 5, 2024
December 5, 2024

Addressing the crisis of gender-based violence on campus

University campuses ought to be places where we can learn, grow, and discover new things. Yet, for many women and gender-diverse students in Bangladesh, these spaces have become arenas of fear and marginalisation due to pervasive gender-based violence.

December 3, 2024
December 3, 2024

US universities ask international students to return before Trump takes office

There is fear amongst international students about immigration and visas. 

December 1, 2024
December 1, 2024

Sir John Wilson School hosts “Road to Wellness 2024”

“Road to Wellness 2024” organised by Sir John Wilson School (SJWS) took place on November 30, 2024, at the school’s main campus in United City.