Dhaka University
Kiko and friends: Unlikely heroes of Dhaka University’s student movement
The energetic happy canines of the campus tag along with the students’ procession or any congregation and go beyond their known territory.
14 August 2024, 09:58 AM
My beloved country cannot be bloodied like this: Shakib Khan
Following violent clashes between student protesters and Bangladesh Chhatra League (BCL) activists at different public universities around the country, celebrities have voiced their support for the quota reform movement. The July 15 incident left approximately 300 people injured, including female students and BCL members. As of July 17 (3:00pm), six fatalities have been reported due to the ongoing unrest.
17 July 2024, 09:36 AM
The first 3 residential halls of Dhaka University
Splendid in appearance as they are, the three halls also hold a lot of history.
30 June 2024, 09:56 AM
Our love-hate relationship with university rankings
A prestigious ranking system naming Dhaka University as the top university in Bangladesh makes us revisit that love-hate stance.
8 June 2024, 02:08 AM
Dhaka University best in Bangladesh: QS Rankings
DU secured the 554th rank globally.
5 June 2024, 06:24 AM
Starting your journey at a public university: What you should know
There are certain things you can prepare for, in order to make your transition into university life a little easier.
4 April 2024, 08:03 AM
Era of complacency must come to an end
Taxpayer funds, earmarked for the advancement of knowledge and the betterment of society, must not be squandered on corrupt practices.
29 March 2024, 01:00 AM
How to get the DU admission test results tomorrow
Admission test results of all units of Dhaka University's undergraduate progamme of the academic year 2023-2024 will be published at 3:30pm tomorrow
27 March 2024, 08:56 AM
FBS, Dhaka University welcomes the new season with spring melodies
These spring festivities at FBS serve as an escape for students from their daily academic schedules while upholding the rich cultural tradition of DU.
19 February 2024, 13:08 PM
Taking admission preparation for different majors
Although it may seem safer to take admission preparation for different majors depending on how much they overlap, ultimately it boils down to the individual.
2 February 2024, 06:45 AM
DU secures top spot among Bangladeshi universities in AD Scientific Index
Dhaka University (DU) has secured the top spot among Bangladeshi universities in the AD Scientific Index University/Institution Rankings 2024. Among all 206 institutions and universities listed in the rankings, DU holds the second position trailing behind the International Centre for Diarrhoeal Disease Research, Bangladesh.
16 January 2024, 11:56 AM
Reviving the art of clay and wood jewellery: Belal Hossain's inspiring journey
Clay and wood jewellery are such jewels, which are imbued with the rich history and cultural heritage of our country. The beauty of these jewellery pieces lies in their simplicity, earthiness, and the traditional craftsmanship that goes into creating each piece. Belal Hossain, an artisan of exceptional skill and passion, has been making clay and wood jewellery since 1984.
11 January 2024, 10:36 AM
Has DU admin turned into a PR agency for the ruling party?
One can argue that DU has lost its inherent structural identity and characteristics as a democratic and free institution for learning and research
2 January 2024, 02:00 AM
DU, DIU among top 1000 universities in QS World University Rankings: Sustainability 2024
The Sustainability Rankings compiled the world’s universities that are leading the way in social and environmental sustainability.
6 December 2023, 12:01 PM
The need for an admission test
One may wonder why admission tests should be required in place of allowing results-based admission.
18 October 2023, 08:48 AM
University: Our factory of miseducation
Universities should be about creating the next generation of thinkers, right? Even in terms of skills, haven’t we been failing largely?
14 October 2023, 05:00 AM
Dhaka University’s ‘game of departments’
Democracy needs its voters; and in the case of Dhaka University, this meant recruiting enough of the right kind of voters
7 October 2023, 15:00 PM
Dorm-life upgrade: App-based washing machines in public university halls
Your Campus provides accessible vending machines for snacks and beverages as well as convenient washing machines for student use.
1 October 2023, 13:13 PM
Why such disinterest in research?
The national rhetoric of prioritising high-quality education seems to be going nowhere.
19 June 2023, 02:00 AM
Criminology dept at DU: Dogged by irregularities
The Criminology Department of Dhaka University is apparently plagued by so many irregularities that students wrote to the vice-chancellor and even pleaded before the High Court for remedy
15 June 2023, 01:30 AM