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Dhaka College: A Witness to History

At first, I would like to give my thanks to Nilima Jahan for her wonderful article titled "Dhaka College: A Witness to History" published in my most favorite weekly magazine Star Weekend in November 4, 2016. The description of this topic has really provided me some information which was totally unknown to me. I think the author has clearly upheld the history and present scenario of the historically renowned Dhaka college, which provided us some famous persons such as Zillur Rahman , B.Chowdhury, Fazle Hasan Abed, A A M S Arefin Siddique Sir etc. all of them  I like most. But the most pathetic scenario that hurts me much is that the political situation is not good in Dhaka College which is also hampering the administrative and educational activities. I hope the concerned authority will take some initiative on this issue.
Ahmed Sumon
University of Dhaka

Dreaming Bigger, Dreaming Better

Last week's spotlight was a great read, as it covered a worthy unknown story. I must say the programme titled 'pathways for promise' is really a promising and inspiring initiative taken by the AUW. Finding young talented RMG girls who have given up on studies due to family problems or financial hardships are given a good chance to graduate from AUW. These girls have hidden potential for sure that need to be nurtured further and unleashed so that they get a better future. It is a good thing that they are being trained in communication, leadership, teamwork, self learning skills and extracurricular activities along with the graduate programme they are enrolled into. This programme is really a praise-worthy and it will inspire a lot of girls out there struggling to continue with their studies.
Samiul Raijul
North South University, Dhaka

The Workers' Revolution 

The article titled "The Workers' Revolution" dated November 4, 2016, really drew my attention. It contained stories of some underprivileged women of the society, especially of young women garments workers. They dreamed bigger during childhood, but because of poverty and family responsibilities, they were forced to give up studies and join garments factories. While at the garments factories, they had to work for almost 8 to 10 hours a day, yet they did not forget to pursue their 'dream'- an education. The great news is that Asian University for Women (AUW) announced for recruitment of some women garments workers as student. Then, like Rokeya Khatun, Rubina Yeasmin and Jhuma Chakma, a number of women workers renewed their hopes and dreams, and through an entrance exam, they were allowed to get admitted there with scholarships. To develop the skills of the students "The Pathways for Promise" initiative has also been taken. I would like to thank the AUW, Muhammadi Group, and all others who are playing an important role to create such opportunities for these young, talented women. It proves that if you have passion for something, nothing can stop you. All you have to do is dream and pursue it.
Arif Billah
University of Dhaka