BRAC University

BRACU students develop ‘Nabik’ robot for flood relief

Students from the Robotics Club of BRAC University, in collaboration with the startup Nabik Automations, have developed a remote-controlled robot to assist in flood relief in affected regions. Named 'Nabik', this two-foot-long boat is designed to deliver life jackets and food packages to places where larger vessels cannot reach. It also provides real-time footage to ensure communication between rescue teams and those in need.
29 August 2024, 10:52 AM

From rockstar to ‘jharudar’, no work is small for exemplary musicians

Music played a pivotal role in inspiring the nation to rise against the fascist and autocratic regime of former prime minister Sheikh Hasina. From Shezan’s stirring “Kotha Ko” to Hannan’s powerful “Awaaz Utha Bangladesh”, the youth united in a quest for democracy against a corrupt government. 
11 August 2024, 11:20 AM

Come together to oppose and prevent destructive behaviours: BRACU Pro-VC

"We urge everyone to stay vigilant and work together to protect and support each other."
6 August 2024, 09:52 AM

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. 
3 August 2024, 07:12 AM

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. 
2 August 2024, 11:50 AM

BRAC University students request urgent medical assistance at campus

Several hundred BRAC University (BRACU) students are stuck inside their campus, and many of them are currently in need of urgent medical assistance. 
18 July 2024, 08:08 AM

Police clash with BRAC University students, lob tear gas shells at campus

12 motorcycles, office of Rampura traffic assistant commissioner torched
18 July 2024, 06:10 AM

BRAC University's Centre for Entrepreneurship Development wins “Global Impact Award” at ICSB World Congress

BRACU CED has won the Global Impact Award at the 2024 ICSB World Congress in Germany.
14 July 2024, 10:15 AM

Young University Rankings 2024: NSU first, BRACU second in Bangladesh

North South University (NSU) has secured the top position among all universities in Bangladesh in the Times Higher Education (THE) Young University Rankings 2024. NSU ranked in the 301-350 bracket in the rankings. BRAC University was placed in the 351-400 bracket, ranking second in Bangladesh.
15 May 2024, 11:41 AM

Mongol-Tori Phoenix: BRAC University’s next-generation Mars rover

Mongol-Tori’s Phoenix, a next-generation Mars rover from BRAC University (BRACU), has secured a spot in the finals of the University Rover Challenge (URC) 2024.
6 May 2024, 12:47 PM

Team from BracU qualifies for final round of RoboCup Rescue 2024

BRACU ALTER, a rescue rover team from LaSSET (Laboratory of Space System Engineering and Technology) at BSRM School of Engineering of Brac University, has qualified for the final round of RoboCup Rescue Robot League 2024, an international robotics competition.
4 April 2024, 17:55 PM

79% female commuters in Dhaka experience sexual harassment on public transport: research says

Recent research led by BRAC James P Grant School of Public Health, BRAC University has shown study which indicates nearly 79% female commuters in Dhaka experience sexual harassment on public transport. Among which about 60% feel traumatised and 12% are unable to overcome the experience. The data consisted of 1030 respondents among which 60% were female and 40% were male. Analysis of the study titled ‘Transportation accessibility and Safety in Dhaka City: A Gender Based Assessment’ reveals that one in every six female commuters faces daily sexual harassment. 
11 March 2024, 12:07 PM

Falgun and Puja celebrations at BRAC University

BRAC university's new campus awakened to the joyful harmony of Falgun and Saraswati Puja.
19 February 2024, 11:25 AM

Two BRAC University students serving affordable, homemade khichuri near campus

Mehrian Mohsin Adrita and Estiak Ahmed Saikat, two sixth-semester students from BRAC Business School took the initiative to provide healthy food to fellow students and founded SavoryKitchen.
18 February 2024, 16:21 PM

Asif Mahtab not offered teaching contract for 'vandalism': BRAC University

BRAC University respects and fully complies with the country's constitution and laws on all matters. Accordingly, it does not promote homosexuality as has been alleged by some quarters in various social media content. However, the university believes in equal rights and opportunities for every single human being to realize their potential.
29 January 2024, 04:14 AM

Paid on-campus parking at BRAC University: Students unhappy

Many BRACU students are upset with the parking fees. Several of them have taken to social media to express their anger.
18 January 2024, 15:13 PM

How to get to BRAC University’s new campus by bus

Buses to take to get to BRACU's new campus.
28 December 2023, 12:19 PM

BRAC University's move to Merul Badda: Students reflect on Mohakhali memories

As BRAC University (BRACU) begins shifting to its new campus in Merul Badda, students reflect upon their time at Mohakhali – the university’s home for over two decades.
23 November 2023, 09:05 AM

BRAC University celebrates BRACU Duburi’s grand success at “Robosub 2023”

BRAC University organised an event to celebrate BRACU Duburi’s grand success at “Robosub 2023” on August 27 at BRAC University auditorium.
27 August 2023, 12:56 PM

Why private universities need more buses

University transport services are a great initiative for students and something that most private universities should try to implement. 
3 August 2023, 10:17 AM