Dhaka University (DU)

DU students denounce JCD's poster campaign on campus

Removing the posters would undermine the dignity of individuals, says proctor

A new public university in Dhaka makes little sense

We shouldn't rush through such critical decisions

Politics at DU: Old guard to give way to young blood

The rules of Dhaka University stipulate that a student remains a regular one for eight years -- six years for graduation and two for post-graduation degrees.

Dhaka University must reclaim its unutilised land

Resolving accommodation issues, implementing masterplan urgent

Shibir now out into the open at DU

After around three and a half decades, Islami Chhatra Shibir has come out on Dhaka University campus by revealing the identities of its two top leaders, touching off public debate online and offline.

Mob killing in DU hall: Students protest outside proctor's office

Blame proctor for ‘appeasing mobocracy’

Man beaten to death in DU hall

He was suspected to have stolen students' mobile phones

DU denies granting approval for ‘mass wedding’ at dormitories

Dhaka University (DU) authorities denied giving approval for a proposed "mass wedding" event at its dormitories

A battleground of change: Role of DU in social movements

The pulsating energy of Dhaka University campus works as a catalyst to inspire students and shape their conscience.

May 28, 2022
May 28, 2022

After attacks, cases stalk BNP activists

Jatiyatabadi Chhatra Dal leaders and activists have come under repeated attacks by the armed members of Bangladesh Chhatra League since Tuesday while trying to hold programmes in Dhaka University areas and some other parts of the country.

May 26, 2022
May 26, 2022

Journalist says beaten up by BCL men while covering clash

A journalist says he was beaten up while covering the clash between activists of Chhatra League and Jatiyatabadi Chhatra Dal on High Court premises near Dhaka University (DU) area today.

February 6, 2022
February 6, 2022

Suspension of in-person classes at DU extended

The suspension of in-person classes at Dhaka University (DU) has been extended till February 21.

October 18, 2021
October 18, 2021

Durga Puja violence: DU teachers, students withdraw Shahbagh blockade

A section of teachers and students of Dhaka University withdrew their blockade at Shahbagh intersection in the capital this afternoon -- after two and a half hours.

October 10, 2021
October 10, 2021

Dhaka University residential halls now open for all students

The Dhaka University authorities today opened all residential halls for all students of the university -- five days after allowing only students of 4th year honours and masters programmes.

October 7, 2021
October 7, 2021

In-person classes to resume at DU from Oct 17

The authorities of Dhaka University (DU) have decided to resume academic activities including in-person classes from October 17.

October 6, 2021
October 6, 2021

DU students reunite after 18 months

Saimun Islam, a student of Arabic at Dhaka University, was in the line to enter his dormitory -- Shaheed Sergeant Zahurul Haq Hall -- yesterday morning. Saimun, of Noakhali, was eagerly waiting for this day. He had left his dorm around 18 months ago.

July 29, 2021
July 29, 2021

Reflections on University of Dhaka convocation speeches: Part II

The second volume of Dhaka University: The Convocation Speeches, 1948-1970 (Dhaka University Publications, 1989), assembled assiduously by Emeritus Professor Serajul Islam Choudhury, is an important publication like the first one for anyone trying to understand Dhaka University’s extraordinary role in the genesis and identity formation of Bangladesh.

June 1, 2021
June 1, 2021

DU decides on in-person final exams from July 1 if Covid-19 situation remains same

The Dhaka University authorities have decided to hold in-person final examinations of all academic years from July 1 by maintaining Covid-19 health guidelines. This decision will remain in action if the Covid-19 situation in the country remains the same as it is now.

May 30, 2021
May 30, 2021

DU students demonstrate for reopening educational institutions

Some students of Dhaka University this morning held a protest at the base of Raju Sculpture -- demanding reopening of educational institutions and dormitories.