Introduction Doodling, often dismissed as a mindless activity, has recently gained attention for its potential cognitive benefits. Andrade (Andrade, 2010) demonstrated that doodling while listening to a monotonous, irrelevant auditory message helped adults to concentrate and recall more information compared to non-doodlers. This study aims to explore whether the same effects can be observed in […]

Konrad Adenauer Stiftung’s Regional Programme Political Dialogue Asia hosted a program “ Empowering Tomorrow: Learning Sustainable Developments Goals through Singpore’s Green Initiatives.” From November 14- 16, 2024. This program brought together KAS Scholars from the Asian University of Women, Bangladesh and National College, Kathmandu University to explore Singapore’s sustainable development practices and green innovations. Designed […]

Field Evaluation Summary Report : Click Here Students from the Bachelor in Development Studies program recently conducted a field trip to Birgunj, visiting Parsa National Park and Maha Gadhimai Municipality to assess community dynamics and logistical systems. Through online surveys, observations, and interviews with locals and stakeholders, the students explored health, lifestyle, and socioeconomic conditions. […]

The cult of Trump: Selling the myth of American glory As Donald Trump strides back into office, it’s clear that the Make America Great Again (MAGA) has transformed from a slogan into a creed, a kind of civil religion for those who long for sepia-toned visions of an America that might never have existed. This […]

“Forgotten Seeds: बिर्सिएका बिउ” delves into the rich tapestry of traditional agriculture, focusing on the preservation of local seeds and the invaluable knowledge passed down through generations. This documentary explores how climate change impacts agricultural patterns and highlights the ancestral methods and processes that safeguard these vital seeds. Through the lens of a woman farmer who […]

विश्व यतिबेला जलवायु परिवर्तनका कारण वातावरणीय चुनौतीहरूमा मात्र रुमलिएको छैन, सँगै सामाजिक एवं अर्थतन्त्रका अनेक चुनौतीको सामना गरिरहेको छ। विषय वा क्षेत्र फरक भए पनि यी तीन आपसमा अन्तरसम्बन्धित छन्। यहींनेर विकास अध्ययन आवश्यक देखिन्छ। यदि विश्वमा भएको समग्र विकासको पूर्वयोजना हुन्थ्यो, त्यसको गहिराइमा पसेर काम हुन्थ्यो वा सो कार्यका लागि योग्य र दक्ष जनशक्ति […]