university

The hurdles of the course advising process and the plans that falter

The process of course advising has become a major source of stress and frustration.

University students deserve a better learning experience

In our university classrooms, passive lectures are still the dominant mode of teaching.

From fresh graduate to faculty member: The prospects and challenges

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

Ranking Realities : Bangladesh’s higher education strategy needs a redesign

For the cynics, the absence of any Bangladeshi university among the top 800 institutions recently ranked by Times Higher Education World University Rankings (THEWUR) 2025 is unacceptable.

University freshers should ponder on pursuing objectives

University is a new and mysterious arena for the newly inducted students.

When teachers become targets: Lessons from Emperor Alamgir

How do you process the nationwide humiliation of teachers?

Do you too regret your university major?

It is hardly a rare circumstance that only two or three years down the line, we realise that our chosen path is not what we expected it to be.

Sexism in our universities: A sobering reality

Women continue to face biases in education despite increased participation.

Prof. Dr Yusuf Mahbubul Islam joins as VC of Southeast University

Prof. Dr Yusuf Mahbubul Islam joins Southeast University (SEU) as the Vice Chancellor.

February 15, 2024
February 15, 2024

Pursuing an undergraduate degree in Southeast and East Asian countries

There are an immense number of educational opportunities available within our small part of the world.

February 8, 2024
February 8, 2024

Why isn’t the public university system sympathetic to older students?

Due to certain policies, or the lack thereof, the system has turned out to be discriminatory towards students who might want a second chance at education.

January 18, 2024
January 18, 2024

The pros and cons of the fixed credit system

Let’s look into both the positives and the negatives of fixed credit systems for reference.

January 11, 2024
January 11, 2024

How to make a university list when applying abroad 

ne of the most crucial steps to succeeding in your applications to universities abroad is one that is often overlooked or undermined in its importance: a solid list.

January 4, 2024
January 4, 2024

It is okay to graduate late

When you have spent most of your life and education surrounded by the same people, experiencing everything incrementally together, you are under the illusion that life will follow the same pace even when you are out of school. This idea couldn’t be further from the truth. It becomes very apparent quickly that you are on your own. As the shared path forks into wholly different directions, it becomes easy to constantly compare yourself to peers whom you went to school with.

January 4, 2024
January 4, 2024

What it’s like to enjoy your major

The moment I express my passion for my major, I'm met with raised eyebrows.

December 28, 2023
December 28, 2023

Nailing your university essays: The dos and don’ts

Making sure to stick to the prompt and ticking all your requirements can massively streamline your writing process.

December 21, 2023
December 21, 2023

Curating your LinkedIn profile as a university student

LinkedIn is a social media platform for professionals and an impactful tool for those interested in professionally branding themselves. Many individuals take this self-branding approach when they graduate from university. However, given that it takes a lot of time to build a solid presence on this platform, it’d be in your best interest to start working on your LinkedIn profile from your early days at the university.

December 14, 2023
December 14, 2023

Your guide to the Erasmus Mundus scholarship

A recipient of the 2022 Erasmus Mundus scholarship walks you through the process.

December 14, 2023
December 14, 2023

Why do we have so many GED Courses?

Even though the necessity of GEDs can’t be overstated, they still pose unique challenges to pupils.