Saturday, 21 Dec, 2024

Education

Prof Yunus delivers lecture at Al-Azhar University in Cairo

Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus delivered a lecture at the prestigious Al-Azhar University in Cairo last night. The lecture was warmly welcomed by Professor Dr. Salama Dawoud, President of Al-Azhar University, who hosted the event on the university campus.  Professor Dr.

Online school admission lottery today 

The online lottery for student admissions to classes I to IX in public and private schools nationwide for the 2025 academic year will be held today (Dec 17). The lottery will begin at 10:00 sm at the International Mother Language Institute in Segunbagicha, Dhaka, according to

IUB Mittens crowned Division Champions in Collegiate Chess League Fall 2024

IUB Mittens, the chess team of Independent University, Bangladesh (IUB), has been crowned Division Champions in the prestigious Collegiate Chess League (CCL) Fall 2024, competing against over 370 teams from 180 colleges worldwide. Led by Amit Bikram Roy, a 2100-rated player from the

Students breaking barriers to learn and thrive

Despite being over three years old, Zayed Imam Apon did not respond to his name, struggled with independent tasks, and exhibited extreme restlessness, often screaming loudly. Worried about his delayed development, his parents, Jafar and Sharmin, consulted a pediatric specialist in

Journey begins with 4 students, now over 400 

Approximately 15% of Bangladesh's population comprises persons with disabilities. No country can progress while neglecting such a significant segment of its people. With a focus on humanitarian development, Bashundhara Group has established free special education programs for

Children with autism are invaluable to society: Yeasha Sobhan

The Bashundhara Special Children Foundation, a beacon of hope for children with autism, reflects the compassionate vision of its chairman, Yeasha Sobhan. Speaking about the foundation, Yeasha said, "Children with autism are invaluable gems of our society. With proper care and

Female student found dead in JU hall

A female student of Jahangirnagar University (JU) was reportedly found dead in her residential room at Bir Protik Taramon Bibi Hall today. The deceased, Takia Tasnim, was a first-year student of the Geography and Environment department. According to eyewitnesses, Takia was

DU limits vehicular movement inside campus  

Dhaka University (DU) authorities have imposed new restrictions on vehicular movement inside the campus.  All types of vehicles will be prohibited from entering the campus through all major entrances, including Shahbag, Doyel Chattar, Burn Unit, Shibbari Crossing, Fuller Road,

SSC, equivalent exams to begin on April 10

The Secondary School Certificate (SSC) and equivalent examinations for 2025 will begin on April 10 and continue until May 8, according to a notification issued today (December 12).  The announcement was signed by Professor Md Abul Bashar, convener of the Inter-Education Board

SEU CPDS launches soft skills program with UNDP

Department of Career & Professional Development Services (CPDS) of SEU in collaboration with UNDP's Futurenation, organized a Soft Skills development program's inauguration titled “Employability Master class & Scholarship Awarding Ceremony”. The program was

Scientist from IUB’s Center for Astronomy publishes major research in Nature on an actively forming galaxy using JWST

Astronomer Dr. Lamia Mowla, an Assistant Professor at Wellesley College, Massachusetts, USA, and an Associate Member of the Center for Astronomy, Space Science and Astrophysics (CASSA) of Independent University, Bangladesh (IUB), has published a groundbreaking research paper in renowned

5 KUET teachers suspended over irregularities

Khulna University of Engineering and Technology (KUET) authorities have temporarily suspended five teachers for alleged irregularities in their appointment and promotion processes. KUET Registrar Engineer Anisur Rahman Bhuiyan confirmed the matter. The decision was made during the

IUB hosts book launch event of ‘Living with Refugees’

The School of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences (SLASS) at Independent University, Bangladesh (IUB) launched a book titled “Living with Refugees” on November 28 at the Multipurpose Hall on campus.  Organized with support from the Department of Social Sciences and

Southeast University hosts workshop on hospital pharmacy

The Department of Pharmacy at Southeast University (SEU) successfully organized a workshop on hospital pharmacy on December 1 in the Shahid Rakib Hall of SEU.  The workshop brought together leading professionals from the field to share their expertise with over 150 enthusiastic

DU introduces shuttle bus service for students

Dhaka University (DU) for the first time has introduced a shuttle bus service for its students.  The service, launched on a trial basis, will operate for the next three months. The Vice-Chancellor of DU, Dr. Niaz Ahmed Khan, inaugurated the shuttle bus service on Thursday (Nov

Stamford journalism department forms alumni committee

A new committee has been formed by the Alumni Association of the Journalism and Media Studies Department at Stamford University. Ali Aftab Bhuyan, an alumnus from the 29th batch and currently serving as the head of the entertainment department at ATN News, has been appointed as

IUB theatre’s 22nd production ‘Narok Gulzar’ pays tribute to late Manoj Mitra

In a heartfelt tribute to the recently deceased playwright and actor Manoj Mitra, IUB Theatre staged two shows of his political satire “Narok Gulzar” on November 20 and 23, at Independent University, Bangladesh (IUB) and Daffodil International University (DIU),

CA Yunus urges education reform to boost entrepreneurship

Chief Adviser (CA) Professor Muhammad Yunus on Wednesday (Nov 20) said that the nation's education system should prioritize fostering creativity to cultivate a generation of entrepreneurs. CA made the comments when he visited the office of the education ministry at the Bangladesh

IUB’s Monika becomes champion in Squash tournament 2024

Marjan Akter Monika, Assistant Squash Coach at Independent University, Bangladesh (IUB), became Champion in the 2nd Al-Arafah Islami Bank Squash Tournament 2024, held on November 7, at Chattogram Club.  Monika secured the championship after defeating Nabila Tabassum from Nirjhor

Dhaka University lifts ban on ties with Pakistan

Dhaka University (DU) has lifted its ban on all ties with Pakistan, allowing academic and cultural exchanges between the two countries. The decision was made during a syndicate meeting on November 13 and came to light on Monday (November 18). In 2015, DU severed all relations with