US academic leaders unite against Trump's higher education policies

Over 100 university, college and scholarly society presidents published a joint statement on Tuesday
22 April 2025

Harvard sues to block Trump from slashing research fundings

The lawsuit filed in federal court in Boston said Trump has launched a broad attack on funding for cutting-edge research at major universities as he seeks to rid them of what he describes as antisemitism and ideological bias
22 April 2025

KUET students launch hunger strike demanding VC’s resignation

The move followed the expiration of a 24-hour ultimatum issued for the vice-chancellor's resignation, which ended at 3:00pm
21 April 2025

CU fine arts students launch hunger strike over delayed relocation

The hunger strike commenced at 3:30pm in front of the administrative building, following a sit-in protest earlier in the day
21 April 2025

KUET holds talks with students, assures suspensions will be reconsidered

Discussions on other student demands were described as productive, though details were not disclosed
21 April 2025

Winners honoured at IRIIC, UIU - The Dhaka hub of the Harvard HSIL Hackathon 2025

The Bangladesh round of Harvard Health Systems Innovation Lab Hackathon 2025 was held on April 12, 2025 at the UIU campus through two days of exclusive brainstorming and mentorship, followed by rigorous pitches in front of a distinguished jury panel, and two teams emerged as proud winners.
20 April 2025

Youth arrested over emailing foreign institutions to cancel Bangladeshi students' admissions

The cyber crime team under the Counter Terrorism Unit of Chattogram Metropolitan Police yesterday arrested a 21-year-old youth for allegedly running a cyber campaign aimed at cancelling the admissions of Bangladeshi students who have applied to foreign universities, including those in the US
19 April 2025

Kuet students set fire to symbolic VC chair

The ongoing protests stem from a clash between two student groups on February 18
19 April 2025

Stamford University Alumni Meet & Greet 2025: A day of celebration and connection

In a heartwarming celebration of memories, achievements, and enduring bonds, Stamford University Bangladesh hosted its much-anticipated Alumni Meet and Greet 2025 today
19 April 2025

RU entry test: Candidates identify three errors in question paper, probe underway

The mistakes were found in questions 13, 16, and 23 of Set-3 in the Bangla portion
19 April 2025

Should you opt for the GED diploma programme?

The GED diploma is the credential students get after passing its examinations. It shows that the student has abilities similar to those of a graduating high school senior or someone who has completed their A levels/HSC.
18 April 2025

What you should know before approaching faculty members for research guidance

It is crucial for young aspiring researchers to seek out proper guidance, ideally from faculty members. To do so, students must know how to approach a faculty member in the first place.
18 April 2025

Five UK universities offering scholarships to Bangladeshi students for the 2025 September session

The quality of education, the international acceptance of a UK degree, the two-year post-study work permit, and many other factors make the UK a great place to study.
18 April 2025

Over 130 students in US join federal lawsuit over revoked visas

More than 130 international students across the United States have joined a federal lawsuit accusing the Trump administration of unlawfully canceling their visas, jeopardising their legal status in the country, court documents show.
17 April 2025

A childhood in the Middle East and navigating a life back home

The struggles of once-expatriate students who grew up in the Middle East.
17 April 2025

Netflix’s Devil May Cry: A reimagining with mixed results

The series primarily follows demon hunter Dante as he tries to stop an invasion from Hell while coming to terms with his childhood trauma and lineage.
17 April 2025

Harvard may lose ability to enroll foreign students: Trump admin

Trump administration demanded information on some visa holders
17 April 2025

Protest rages at Kuet

Students at Khulna University of Engineering & Technology (Kuet) continued their protest yesterday, pressing ahead with their one-point demand -- the immediate resignation of Vice-Chancellor Prof Mohammad Mashud.
16 April 2025

BRACU students stage protest in solidarity with KUET students

Expressing their support for the students of KUET, the general students of BRACU staged a protest in front of their campus in Merul Badda.
16 April 2025

Polytechnic students block Tejgaon road over six-point demand

The blockade has caused a long tailback on roads in the neighbouring areas.
16 April 2025