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The role of envy in a student’s life
It's easy to compare yourself to people you think are better than you.
New curriculum is detached from reality
It is surprising how the government has reacted, as this could have been an opportunity for them to use stakeholders' inputs and improve the curriculum further
On the nuances of discipline
Discipline rarely comes easy, and each person faces a different challenge when trying to find what works for them.
The way to a productive gap year
Taking a gap year is a decision that’s far from simple. An unconventional route after wrapping up high school, a gap year can prove to be a major turning point in your education and career.
Features to look for in an international MBA
In this article, we offer an insider scoop on how prospective students and employers can tell a good MBA from a bad one by evaluating four key feature.
How far ahead should you plan as a student?
As the years have passed, the wide majority of us have veered away from the map we plotted for ourselves.
How to find a tuition gig that is right for you
Here are some common modes through which students usually get tuitions.
TVET and our skills ‘fetish’
There is an inherent bias in our thinking when we imagine the aspirations and career trajectories of students from different socio-economic backgrounds.
Commuting in Dhaka as a student
Whether a split second or a few inches away, there is no doubt that catastrophe is always near on the streets of the capital.
Are you the micromanager in your group project?
No one wants to be the micromanager in their group project, so it is important to be self-aware and recognise the signs.
What to pack when commuting on a bicycle to class
Commuting with a bicycle to classes has become a viable alternative for many students.
How to deal with disagreements with your teacher
Although teachers are there to advise and guide you, it is inevitable that you get into disagreements with them.
Banks no longer opening student files
How the dollar crisis is affecting abroad-bound students.
5 Heartfelt and inspirational teachers in pop culture
A good teacher inspires, motivates and encourages their students to believe in their potential and pushes their students to go beyond their comfort zones. A good teacher also encourages students to carry their own weight, demystifies even the most terrifying journeys, and joins in on the celebrations when their students succeed. This Teachers’ Day, let’s take a moment to appreciate the teachers who go above and beyond for us. They sometimes may do things we do not enjoy but nevertheless, their teachings remain timeless and valuable.
How the dollar crisis is increasing burden for int'l students
The shortage of dollars has made it enormously expensive to buy the currency for int'l students.
Nurture students, don’t torture them
We are shocked and saddened by the death of an eighth grader in Narsingdi, who died by suicide after her teacher harassed her for wearing trousers with her school uniform.
Why is working part-time as a student stigmatised?
There is a deep-rooted stigmatisation of working as a student, especially in the service industry.
How are students dealing with rising prices in Dhaka city?
Being a student with limited finances is quite the challenge with the recent price hike.
Full-time internships for students don’t make sense
Full-time internships for full time students? Something doesn't add up.
