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Azra Humayra

Azra Humayra is a sub-editor at Campus, Rising Stars, and Star Youth.

Mother Mary Comes To Me by Arundhati Roy

Books / The inevitability of Mother Mary and Arundhati Roy

13 August 2026
Mother Mary Comes to Me is about the unrelenting Mary Roy, but it is also about the acknowledgement that our deepest inheritances are neither material nor sentimental.
13 August 2026
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Off Campus / Youth voices in Radio Padma

16 July 2026
Students outside of Dhaka are contributing to their local communities by working at community radio stations, especially Radio Padma.
16 July 2026
Students wade through submerged streets of the capital.

Opinion / Is it time to rethink our board exam schedules?

15 July 2026
Education should not become another casualty of a predictable climate pattern, nor should a student's future depend on whether their home lies on higher ground.
15 July 2026
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Movies / Obsession and the horror of a stolen self

7 July 2026
A review of Curry Barker's breakout film.
7 July 2026
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Reflections / My encounter with Satyajit Ray

23 April 2026
A personal tribute to Satyajit Ray.
23 April 2026
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Movies / The Secret Agent: Living in a world that carries on regardless

9 April 2026
The Secret Agent is set in 1977 Brazil, though it might just as well be set in that peculiar corner of history in which absurdity begins to feel like a coping mechanism.
9 April 2026
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International Women’s Day / The cost of being a woman

8 March 2026
As women, we shoulder the responsibility of histories that too often dismiss our lives and our voices.
8 March 2026
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Opinion / Students and the spectre of intimidation at Suhrawardy Udyan

24 February 2026
Unchecked practices today may imperil others tomorrow.
24 February 2026
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Making our campuses safe

Universities bear a significant duty to ensure campus safety, with a particular focus on the well-being of women and gender minorities.
7 March 2024
What to expect if you want to major in Bangla

What to expect if you want to major in Bangla

Majoring in Bangla promises a journey through a kaleidoscope of academic marvels.
22 February 2024
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This Valentine's Day, I’m in love with my coursework

My heart belongs to the elusive charm of essay word counts and the tantalising allure of presentations.
13 February 2024
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The overwhelming pressures of a public university aspirant

For numerous aspiring public university students, getting admission to a public university represents a crucial milestone in their pursuit of higher education.
1 February 2024
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How included do indigenous students feel in their universities?

While I loved my Eid vacations as a child, I often wondered how my indigenous friends felt about the bigger picture.
18 January 2024
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What it’s like to enjoy your major

The moment I express my passion for my major, I'm met with raised eyebrows.
4 January 2024
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Major or university: What should you chase?

The decision and the end of high school is a vital one to make.
19 October 2023
Washing machines at Student hall in Dhaka University

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
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How to become a police officer

This much sought after career requires a lot of hard work.
23 September 2023
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The Vivid World of Fine Arts

The pull of culture and creativity calls, luring you into a domain where imagination can run wild.
24 August 2023
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Faculty evaluation should be a must in all universities

The primary purpose of attending a university is to acquire quality education from knowledgeable teachers, whose influence may extend to all facets of a student's life.
17 August 2023
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A guide to your first visit to the gynaecologist

Just like visiting your doctor for a routine checkup, visiting your gynaecologist once in a while is just being safe.
8 August 2023
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How student politics impacts the lives of students

Student politics is a reality that Bangladeshi university students have to deal with on a day-to-day basis.
6 July 2023
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Mrinal Sen and the spirit of Mrigayaa

Set in 1930s Odisha, this film depicts a tribal village coexisting with tigers and boars.
15 May 2023
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Autumn Sonata and the portrayal of the complexities in a mother-daughter relationship

Ingmar Bergman brilliantly balances the conflicting emotions of love and hate within the mother-daughter relationship.
14 May 2023
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Viewing gleaning in Bangladesh through Varda’s lens

Gleaning is a term used in the agriculture business.
10 May 2023
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Why we need more female public bus services

The problems faced in public transport are further intensified when the passenger is a woman.
4 May 2023
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Availability of menstrual products in educational institutions

Menstruation is a monthly occurrence for women, and having little to no access to pads when needed is a major cause for concern.
20 April 2023
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Studying journalism in this day and age

I learned about so many things alongside the fundamentals of journalism.
18 April 2023
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How Dhaka University feels without street vendors

This decision has altered the campus experience for students.
20 March 2023

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