College of Home Economics, Azimpur, Dhaka, load
The College of Home Economics, Azimpur is a government college in Dhaka that focuses on applied subjects such as nutrition science, textile design, and home management. The campus includes classrooms, laboratories, a library, and student hostels.
The college was founded in 1961 with support from the Ford Foundation and Oklahoma State University, starting with 25 students under principal Hamida Khanam. Master's programs were introduced in 1963, followed by bachelor's honors courses in 1973.
The college trains women in practical fields like food science, textile design, and child development. These subjects connect everyday knowledge with professional skills that are directly useful in working life.
The campus is located in the Azimpur neighborhood of Dhaka and is easy to reach on foot from the surrounding streets. Visiting during an active semester gives a better sense of daily life on campus, as the facilities are in use and students are present.
The college holds an annual cultural week where students perform music, dance, and take part in debates. Alongside their studies, students also organize blood donation camps and tree planting events on campus.
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