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The University of Dhaka (Bengali: ঢাকা বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়), commonly known as Dhaka University or DU, is the oldest university in Bangladesh. It was established on 1 July 1921 during the British colonial period and has been a key center for education, research, and cultural development in the region.[1]
| University of Dhaka | |
|---|---|
| File:Dhaka University logo.svg | |
| “সত্যের জয় সুনিশ্চিত (Truth Shall Prevail)” | |
| Established | 1 July 1921 |
| Type | Public |
| Students | 37,018 |
| Location | Dhaka,Bangladesh |
| Campus | Urban, 243 acres (0.98 km²) |
| Language | Bengali, English |
| Website | https://www.du.ac.bd |
History
The University of Dhaka was founded to promote higher education and intellectual advancement in Bengal.[2] It played a pivotal role in Bangladesh's political and cultural movements, including the Bengali Language Movement and the Bangladesh Liberation War of 1971.[3]
Campus
The University of Dhaka is located in the heart of Dhaka city, covering an area of 243 acres.[4] Its campus includes academic buildings, libraries, laboratories, and residential halls. Notable landmarks include:
- Curzon Hall – a historic building and the home of the Faculty of Science.[5]
- Aparajeyo Bangla – a famous sculpture symbolizing resilience and freedom.[6]
Academics
The University of Dhaka offers undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs in a wide range of disciplines. It has 13 faculties and 83 departments.[7] Key faculties include:
- Faculty of Arts
- Faculty of Science
- Faculty of Business Studies
- Faculty of Law
Research and Innovation
The university is renowned for its research contributions in science, technology, social sciences, and humanities.[8] It has partnerships with international institutions and hosts various research centers, such as the Institute of Business Administration (IBA) and the Center for Advanced Research in Sciences (CARS).[9]
Alumni
The University of Dhaka boasts a distinguished alumni network, including:
- Sheikh Mujibur Rahman – Founding Father of Bangladesh
- Muhammad Yunus – Nobel Peace Prize Laureate
- Satyendra Nath Bose – Renowned physicist
Importance
Known as the "Oxford of the East," the University of Dhaka has played a central role in shaping the educational, cultural, and political landscape of Bangladesh.[10]
See also
References
- ↑ "University of Dhaka". https://www.britannica.com/topic/University-of-Dhaka.
- ↑ "Founding of Dhaka University". https://archive.thedailystar.net/suppliments/2012/anniversary_of_DU/.
- ↑ "Role of Dhaka University in Bangladesh's History". https://www.thedailystar.net/news-detail-239038.
- ↑ "Dhaka University Campus". https://www.du.ac.bd/campus/overview.
- ↑ "Curzon Hall". https://en.banglapedia.org/index.php/Curzon_Hall.
- ↑ "Aparajeyo Bangla". https://en.banglapedia.org/index.php/Aparajeyo_Bangla.
- ↑ "Faculties and Departments". https://www.du.ac.bd/faculty/list.
- ↑ "Research at Dhaka University". https://www.du.ac.bd/research/overview.
- ↑ "Institute of Business Administration". https://www.iba-du.edu/.
- ↑ "Dhaka University: The Oxford of the East". https://www.thedailystar.net/opinion/dhaka-university-oxford-east-1320260.