Where did Bangladeshi universities rank in the 2025 "World University Rankings by Subject"?

15 Bangladeshi universities have been ranked across the 11 subject categories this year.

14-year-old Jasmine escapes child marriage, stands first in her class

At the age of 13, while she was still in grade eight, Jasmine was about to be married off by her mother and stepfather.

Nosferatu: A riveting depiction of gothic horror and Victorian tragedy

Nosferatu is akin to a looking glass, allowing the viewer to peer into a nocturnal world, where even daytime scenes appear moonlit, as is befitting of a gothic horror.

University teachers are struggling with their mental health – Here's why

While their noble profession is possibly one of the most reputable one there is, the educational system in many ways, fails to accommodate their needs, which ultimately takes a toll on their mental health.

IUB students' underwater vehicle shows promise for industrial applications in maritime ecology and security

The device, created by IUB BongoMarine, has already earned recognition on the global stage.

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.

IUB, SUST qualify for international AUV competition

The teams have qualified for the Singapore AUV Challenge 2025 (SAUVC 2025).

International Day of Education / Understanding educational psychology: Harnessing AI for holistic learning

The use of AI-driven education can play a pivotal role in bridging the gap where quality education is still inaccessible to people.

Navigating the AI revolution: Opportunities and challenges in Bangladesh

What remains to be seen is whether or not we can make full use of its potential.

Interviews

Interviews

ISD celebrates 25 years of success with a new strategy in place

ISD is celebrating its 25th anniversary. On this occasion, Rising Stars sat down with Steve Calland-Scoble, the Director of ISD and an accomplished educator, to talk about the school and its plans going forward.

GIS is on a mission to become the nation’s leading Cambridge curriculum school

Ramesh Mudgal, the Principal of Glenrich International School (GIS), is a highly accomplished education administrator who has played a pivotal role in driving the growth and success of schools in both the UAE and Bangladesh. Rising Stars sat down for a quick interview with Ramesh where he talked about his experience, GIS, and Bangladesh's academic sector in general. 

Zamil Nowshan’s journey to the UN Summit of The Future

Nowshan will be joining the first committee meeting of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in late October as a UN Youth Champion for Disarmament of UN Office for Disarmament Affairs.

In conversation with Dr James Abdey

Dr James Abdey is an Associate Professor at the Department of Statistics, London School of Economics (LSE).

The experience of being a woman stand-up comedian in Bangladesh

In conversation with Poushi Razzaque, a young stand-up comedian.

A conversation with the coach who led BUET to ICPC glory

Campus sat down with Sohel Rahman, a professor at the Department of Computer Science and Engineering (CSE), Fellow at the Bangladesh Academy of Sciences, and the team coach of BUET Potatoes, to learn more about the process and experience of representing the nation as part of the BUET ICPC team.

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Noticeboard

Noticeboard

Uttara University hosts 9th convocation

The 9th convocation of Uttara University was held on January 25, 2025.

Daffodil International University celebrates 23rd Founding Anniversary

The 23rd Founding Anniversary of Daffodil International University was observed with a day-long event.

Frobel Play School organises seminar to address the need for an equitable education system

The seminar brought together educators, policymakers, and reformers to advocate for systemic changes, including raising awareness about hidden disabilities and the importance of early identification.

Eduko Education Expo 2025: Largest gathering of foreign universities in Bangladesh

Eduko Pathways Bangladesh is hosting the “Eduko Education Expo 2025”. The event is set to take place at The Westin Dhaka on February 22, 2025, from 10 AM to 5 PM.

UCBD holds orientation for country’s first int’l cybersecurity degree students

Universal College Bangladesh (UCBD) held the orientation programme for the first students who have enrolled in the University of Central Lancashire (UCLan) Cybersecurity degree, and for the second batch of Business & Marketing degree students recently, at its Gulshan campus.

National Youth Leadership Summit 2025 organised by UNYSAB at RU

The United Nations Youth and Students Association of Bangladesh (UNYSAB), Rajshahi Division, organised a two-day event titled “National Youth Leadership Summit 2025” with the participation of around 200 students from various universities and colleges across the country.

UIU hosts CSE FEST 2025

The Department of Computer Science & Engineering (CSE) of United International University (UIU) organised a two-day contest between January 17 and 18 for college and university students in different segments including blockchain olympiad, ICT

Campus Life

Campus Life

Lack of institutional transportation: A nightmare for private university students

Commuting has always presented itself as a set of multifaceted issues for students in private universities. Over the last few months, however, these issues have come up time and again.

The terrible eating habits of university students

For students, the very idea of sustenance is synonymous with ‘eating whatever you can’, and this practice is only reinforced by restaurants and university cafeterias offering mainly deep-fried items rich in unsaturated fats and unhealthy carbohydrates.

BRAC University turning into Hogwarts

BRAC University is set to organise “Harry Potter Fest 2024” on its campus in Merul Badda from December 7 to 9.

The end of conventional student politics and the systems that are replacing them

We asked around campuses of different universities and tried to find out why student politics failed, how it became a tool for violence, and what are the systems replacing them.

Life as a Researcher at MIT and Princeton

MIT is dead set on making magnetic fusion work soon. As exciting as that prospect may seem, it is also anxiety-inducing. 

Post quota movement campus: What do the students expect from their university campus?

How will these students feel safe on campus upon their return?

Opinion

Opinion

Opinion / Looking back at the wasted potential of educational reforms

While several variables contributed to how ineffective educational reforms have been, a lack of foresight and enforcement were arguably the most prominent factors.

AI in the newsroom: Is Bangladesh ready to keep pace with the world?

Discussions about future plans involving AI in journalism remain largely irrelevant at this stage.

Opinion / Breaking barriers, eliminating chauvinism, and building futures

Women's entrepreneurship in Bangladesh reshapes the economy, yet cultural barriers remain.

It’s time for the youth to get ready for the next level of leadership

The Bangladeshi youth are positioned to see a historic transformation, and the country, too, stands at a critical juncture.

Decoding tech-driven climate solutions through climate-tech entrepreneurship

Climate tech entrepreneurship is not just a pathway to sustainability; it is a catalyst for transformative change.

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.

The underlying effects of the current HSC culture

After 2019, HSC exams have been conducted on inconsistent terms and conditions. The standards of which have not been good enough as they failed to adequately evaluate students' true potential.

Off Campus

Off Campus

Moving out, for all its challenges, can be liberating

Living on your own can be empowering, but it also comes with its fair share of emotional hurdles.

Sonic the Hedgehog 3: Racing ahead, but tripping along the way

Sonic the Hedgehog 3 is a solid popcorn flick that delivers what fans have come to expect.

Video Games / Silent Hill 2 remake: A love letter to an already perfect game

Silent Hill 2 is a fruitful amalgamation of powerful, atmospheric storytelling and entertaining puzzles and riddles.

The state of law and order has left daily commuters distressed

In a city where survival has taken the place of living, the loss of trust in law enforcement isn’t just personal—it’s a crack in the foundation of society.

Dhaka 'least desirable' student city: QS

Out of 100, Dhaka scored 9.4 in the desirability factor – the lowest in the list – making it one of the least desirable student cities in the list.

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.

GNX: Kendrick Lamar’s surprise album is overflowing with a West Coast sound

From the aftermath of what was perhaps one of hip-hop’s biggest rap feuds (against Drake, no less), Kendrick Lamar has released his newest project. The biggest question is: Is it any good?