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Reader Submission / It’s all in my head

In the silence, her mind ruminated on every little detail.

David Dowland on BRACU’s first PhD and the significance of equitable exchange

Campus sat down with Dr David Dowland, the Registrar of BRACU, to get his insight into the possible challenges that the university could face in offering such a programme, the state of academia in Bangladesh, and what pursuing a doctorate really entails. 

In the shadow of July: The parents who waited, worried, and walked together

Between July 15 and August 5 last year, parents across the country held their breaths waiting, worrying, and counting the hours until their children returned home from the protests. Some had their parents' blessing. Others went without it.

Students question decision to postpone exams at 3 in the morning

The delayed decision left thousands of students in distress all night.

Forging future leaders: The power of self-regulation and self-discipline

Our most vital responsibility is to prepare the next generation to truly thrive as future leaders.

F1: A thrilling lap that doesn’t always stick on provisional pole

F1 is a cinematic adrenaline rush that tries to capture the spirit of Formula 1 with style, heart, and thrilling visual realism. But its predictable story and missed potential hold it back.

Does the Computer Science curriculum in Bangladesh need a reset?

In this ever-expanding universe of subfields, a single, generalised undergraduate degree can begin to feel like a jack-of-all-trades programme that risks giving students only superficial exposure to areas they may later wish to master.

DU law department holds seminar on “Rights of Nature in the Global South”

On July 3, the first lecture of the distinguished Law lecture series titled “Rights of Nature in the Global South” was held at the Department of Law, Dhaka University (DU).

Textile Hack 2025: Prototype Bazaar held at BUFT

BUFT successfully hosted "Textile Hack 2025: Prototype Bazaar" on July 13.

August 12, 2024
August 12, 2024

Were we too quick to dismiss the efforts of student traffic volunteers?

The public reception up until now begets the question: did we dismiss the efforts of the students too easily?

August 12, 2024
August 12, 2024

Book recommendations on post-independence history of Bangladesh

A list of books that might help you get started on the political climate of Bangladesh after 1971

August 8, 2024
August 8, 2024

We won; yet a lot needs to be done

A mass movement, hundreds dead, thousands injured, and a Prime Minister’s resignation. And with that, a country came to life, feeling a sense of freedom. We won then, right?

August 8, 2024
August 8, 2024

Students aid traffic control in Dhaka

Amid the turmoil, students have come forward to maintain order and assist with traffic management across the country.

August 7, 2024
August 7, 2024

The lack of freedom for minorities is indicative of institutional issues

The communal attacks against minorities undermine the very essence of unity and justice that countless student protesters have sacrificed their lives for.

August 3, 2024
August 3, 2024

Jail cells can never be appropriate grounds to hold exams

On July 31, the Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education, Jashore, released a public notice announcing that two detained HSC 2024 examinees would have to appear for their upcoming exams from Satkhira District Jail.

August 3, 2024
August 3, 2024

University teachers and employees not to be included in the Prottoy pension scheme

University teachers and employees have been dropped from the Prottoy pension scheme.

August 3, 2024
August 3, 2024

183 faculty members of North South University release statement of solidarity

On August 3, 183 faculty members from North South University (NSU) released a statement expressing solidarity with the students, their families, and everyone affected by the unrest and violence that followed the quota reform protests.

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.