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.
19 December 2024, 05:00 AM
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.
5 December 2024, 04:00 AM
We should rethink our approach to online political discussions
Political discussions today often devolve into verbal battlegrounds, where the goal seems less about understanding and more about winning. Social media, creating echo chambers and shrinking attention spans, amplifies this by rewarding outrage and oversimplification over nuance and depth.
28 October 2024, 10:41 AM
Dealing with PCOS at an early age
PCOS is associated with significant health risks, including infertility, increased risk of diabetes, hypertension, cardiovascular diseases, and cancer. It can also impact the psychological well-being of women, particularly those dealing with hirsutism (excessive hair growth) and menstrual irregularities, which may lead to depression or anxiety.
13 October 2024, 09:26 AM
Speaking to parents about your sexual abuse experience
It took a year, perhaps two before I mustered the courage to tell my mother, thanks to the support of friends who had urged me to speak out.
26 September 2024, 12:00 PM
Murder at DU and JU: Must we emulate what we dismantled?
Destroying a regime is one thing; ensuring that its legacy doesn't infect the future is another.
19 September 2024, 16:47 PM
The importance of indigenous quota
Despite the general uproar, the indigenous quota remains especially contentious. Some agree while others don’t. But what of the indigenous students themselves for whom this quota is ostensibly designed?
7 August 2024, 15:00 PM
The importance of gender quota
In Bangladesh, gender quotas are essential for cultivating a more equitable society.
1 August 2024, 03:30 AM
Experiencing July 15 as a student
The future of these protests remains uncertain, yet the students' unity endures.
16 July 2024, 13:44 PM
Students and quota holders say reform is necessary
The quota system must be executed in a way that upholds fairness, inclusivity, and equity.
11 July 2024, 13:02 PM
Are students sympathetic to the teachers' protest?
Teachers rarely show solidarity with students' protests, regardless of their cause or goal.
8 July 2024, 03:00 AM
What students should keep in their bags in this heat
Preparing for the sweltering heat is a must-do, especially for those who can't avoid going outdoors.
29 April 2024, 12:28 PM
Sexual harassment in universities and the struggle for justice
The recent case of Fairuz Abontika is a painful reminder of how incompetent universities are in dealing with sexual harassment complaints
21 March 2024, 15:46 PM
Making our campuses safe
Universities bear a significant duty to ensure campus safety, with a particular focus on the well-being of women and gender minorities.
7 March 2024, 10:12 AM
What to expect if you want to major in Bangla
Majoring in Bangla promises a journey through a kaleidoscope of academic marvels.
22 February 2024, 00:00 AM
This Valentine's Day, I’m in love with my coursework
My heart belongs to the elusive charm of essay word counts and the tantalising allure of presentations.
13 February 2024, 12:47 PM
The overwhelming pressures of a public university aspirant
For numerous aspiring public university students, getting admission to a public university represents a crucial milestone in their pursuit of higher education.
1 February 2024, 11:42 AM
How included do indigenous students feel in their universities?
While I loved my Eid vacations as a child, I often wondered how my indigenous friends felt about the bigger picture.
18 January 2024, 00:00 AM
What it’s like to enjoy your major
The moment I express my passion for my major, I'm met with raised eyebrows.
4 January 2024, 00:00 AM
Major or university: What should you chase?
The decision and the end of high school is a vital one to make.
19 October 2023, 13:09 PM