Tension erupted at Dhaka University (DU) Science Library today, on the first day of reopening of libraries, when the assistant proctor attempted to slap a student.

Two professors of Independent University, Bangladesh have received prestigious research grants, said a press release.

Public universities will contact intelligence agencies to know whether the latter have any information regarding possible “anarchy” and “spread of militant propaganda” on the campuses after the reopening of the institutions.

The Chittagong University campus is likely to reopen on October 20, subject to inoculation of all students with the first jabs of Covid-19 vaccine.

Dream School, an online based platform, emphasises on fun and innovative techniques to engage children.

The Education Ministry is set to hold a meeting tomorrow with stakeholders to discuss reopening of universities from October 15, the date earlier set for resuming in-person classes.

The Korean government has donated 100 books and multimedia materials on Korea and Korean language to the Korea Corner at the University of Dhaka.

Examinees of SSC and HSC are likely to attend four classes of two subjects’ each day when in-person classes resume on September 12, according to Directorate of Secondary and Higher Education (DSHE).

All schools and colleges are set to reopen in phases from September 12, said Education Minister Dr Dipu Moni today.

Dhaka University (DU) authorities have decided that all of its students, teachers and officers shall undergo drug tests, in an effort to identify those who abuse drugs.

The authorities of Kushtia’s Islamic University (IU) have decided to take the final examinations of honours and masters online.

Khandker Md Iftekhar Haider has been reappointed as the treasurer of Independent University, Bangladesh (IUB). 

Mohammad Selim (not his real name), a student of economics department at Jahangirnagar University (JU), desperately needed a temporary certificate of his examinations to apply for a scholarship.

Around 45 percent students of Dhaka University don’t want to take part in online exams because of network issues, lack of proper devices, and unfavourable domestic environment, a recent survey has revealed.

House of NUBDians is a platform dedicated solely to the students of the colleges under the National University, Bangladesh. In terms of recruitment and other facilities, the students of National University are generally neglected. The prime focus of this platform is to work for the self-development of the students of National University.

The 20th convocation of East West University (EWU) was held virtually yesterday. As representative of the President, Education Minister Dr Dipu Moni conferred degrees among graduates at the programme.

When students of East West University found that their convocation will be held virtually, they were disappointed.

Indian Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR) will establish “Bangabandhu Chair” at the University of Delhi to honour Father of the Nation of Bangladesh and the 50th anniversary of the country’s Liberation War and Indo-Bangla diplomatic relations.

“The Daily Star Campus Stars” is a show that highlights promising young individuals who have excelled in their academics and extracurricular activities, alongside securing success in their professional paths. The fifth episode of the show took place on June 22, 2021, featuring panellists from BRAC University.

Former professor of Dhaka University’s geology department Dr Humayun Akhter has been appointed the vice-chancellor of Bangladesh Open University for the next four years.