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News18
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
‘Not Always A Last Resort': DU Student Debunks Arts Stream Stereotypes
Last Updated: A Delhi University English Honours student caught the internet's attention after she tried to break the stereotypes about art streams. A Delhi University art student received nasty comments and was subjected to stereotypes after she highlighted her struggles in securing an internship. Currently pursuing a Bachelor's in English honours from Delhi's Hansraj College, Bisma Fareed grabbed eyeballs with a viral post, whose comment section was flooded with digs and stereotypical questions. She has now rebuffed all of that and more in another post. 'Thank you for making me feel like a deserving loser," Fareed wrote in her popular LinkedIn post, disclosing the type of comments she received on an earlier post where she declared, 'I'm a topper and I am unable to get an internship" and attracted demotivational comments from those who suggested she should've opted for commerce or science stream. 'Recently, my post went viral, received zillions of motivating messages and a few, just a few hundred of stereotypical questions! 'Why did you take up Arts, if you are a topper?' 'Itna talented thi to B.A kyu ki thi, koi bada course karna tha na?' 'btw if you don't mind B.A. walon ko kon job deta hai?'" Fareed wrote. 'So, first and foremost, I would like to thank these 'Bade course wale, science Wale, wale' people for entrenching the already existing stereotypes of the society! Thank you for making every 'Arts' wala student inferior. Kyuki society mai to sirf aapka contribution hai! Baaki sab to dumb hai!]" The English honours student then raised a serious question on DU's educational structure: 'If humanities or B.A. courses don't have any value, why are these streams and courses offered by the education system?" The woman wondered if the art courses would cease to exist if they didn't carry any value, as suggested by her critics. She then noted her belief behind opting for the art stream and said not everyone loves to do number crunching, analysis or coding. 'Arts is not always a 'last resort'; it's a choice," Fareed wrote, calling it a genuine option, not a fallback. 'Not everyone is interested in numbers, anatomy, or coding; some people prefer free thinking and creative expression. Arts students develop critical thinking, empathy, and problem-solving skills that are valuable in many industries." 'Creativity and innovation often come from the Arts, which can lead to groundbreaking ideas and solutions. The world needs diverse perspectives, and Arts students bring unique viewpoints to the table." Fareed sent out a message to fellow art students, encouraging them to opt for the art stream without hesitation or societal pressure. 'So, to all the Arts students out there, don't let anyone make you feel inferior," she wrote. Watch CNN-News18 here. News18's viral page features trending stories, videos, and memes, covering quirky incidents, social media buzz from india and around the world, Also Download the News18 App to stay updated! First Published:
Time of India
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Why humanities, not NEET or engineering? DU Hansraj College topper gives a fiery reply to these questions
Social media reacts In an age where academic credentials often seem like golden tickets, one Delhi University student's honest reflection has struck a powerful chord. Bisma Fareed , a first-year Hansraj College student, recently went viral after revealing that her medals, certificates, and achievements meant little in the face of real-world internship rejections. But the story didn't end there. What followed was a storm of stereotypes—and Bisma's fearless clapback, which has reignited a national conversation around education, stream choices, and the societal lens through which we view Arts returned to the platform with a bold response that directly addressed the stereotype of choosing 'Arts' or ' Humanities ', which she and many others face. In her follow-up post, she sarcastically thanked the critics for making her feel like a 'deserving loser' and called out the tired questions often thrown at high-achieving Arts students: 'Why did you take up Arts if you're a topper? Why not choose a bigger course? Who even hires B.A. students?'Bisma used this moment to flip the narrative. With a mix of sarcasm and sincerity, she questioned the very foundation of these prejudices. If Humanities and B.A. courses are so 'worthless,' she asked, then why are they even part of the formal education system? Just to ridicule those who choose them? She proposed a tongue-in-cheek solution: abolish all 'chhote courses' and force everyone into science, medicine, or engineering—perhaps then the mockery would beyond the sarcasm was a strong message of empowerment. Bisma reminded her readers that Arts is not a last resort, it's a valid and often intentional choice. She highlighted how Arts students develop essential skills like empathy, creativity, critical thinking, and problem-solving—qualities just as crucial as technical knowledge in today's post ended with a rallying cry to fellow Arts students: never feel inferior for your choice. And for those who believe they're superior for pursuing science or engineering, she offered a reality check—society needs a balance of perspectives to grow, evolve, and Fareed's viral post drew strong support from students and professionals who resonated with her message about the stigma surrounding Arts education . One user shared how, despite excelling in computer science and robotics, they chose design because that's where their passion lay—stressing that Arts is not for the less capable but for those with courage to challenge commenter highlighted that success isn't tied to academic streams but to individual mindset and effort, noting that even those without formal education have achieved greatness. They questioned why science students aren't scrutinised when they struggle, yet Arts students constantly have to prove their worth.A third user pointed out how Arts students often feel the need to justify their choices not only in society but also within families and friend circles. Collectively, the responses echoed a shared frustration with stereotypes and called for greater respect and recognition for all fields of study.
NDTV
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- NDTV
"Not Always A Last Resort": DU Student's LinkedIn Post On Arts Stream Stereotypes Goes Viral
A Delhi University student who was previously in the news for her candid post about struggling to land an internship has now addressed the stereotypes she faced after her first post went viral online. The student, identified as Bisma Fareed, is currently pursuing a Bachelor's in English honours from Delhi's Hansraj College. In her previous post, she shared that despite being a college topper and her achievements, she couldn't secure an internship. "I'm a topper, and I am unable to get an internship," Ms Fareed wrote in her post, as she admitted it took her a while to accept that "skills matter more than marks". Her post comes as CBSE declared class 12 results today. Reacting to feedback she received on LinkedIn, she shared another candid post with a message for both supporters and sceptics. "Thank you for making me feel like a deserving loser," Ms Fareed wrote. In her post, she recalled how her previous post went viral, following which she "received zillions of motivating messages and a few hundred stereotypical questions". Amongst the remarks she received were "Why did you take up Arts if you're a topper?", "'Itna talented thi to BA kyun ki thi' (If you're a topper, why did you pursue BA?)", and "'BA walon ko kaun job deta hai?' (Who gives jobs to BA students?)". Responding to the remarks, Ms Fareed wrote, "first and foremost, I would like to thank these 'Bade course wale, science Wale, wale' people for entrenching the already existing stereotypes of the society!" "Thank you for making every 'Arts' wala student inferior... as if only science, BTech, and so-called 'bade courses' contribute to society. The rest of us must be dumb," she added. The DU student then took a more serious tone as she questioned the systemic disregard for Arts students. "If BA and Arts courses have no value, then why does the education system offer them? To fool us? To give people someone to mock?" she wrote. "I have a solution for this problem! Why not just scrape off humanities and B.A. courses (or I should say 'chote courses'). It would force all of us to take up science and 'bade courses' and no one would be bothered," she added. In her post, Ms Fareed went on to remind people that the Arts is a choice, not a fallback. "Not everyone is interested in numbers, anatomy, or coding; some people prefer free thinking and creative expression. Arts students develop critical thinking, empathy, and problem-solving skills that are valuable in many industries. Creativity and innovation often come from the Arts, which can lead to groundbreaking ideas and solutions. The world needs diverse perspectives, and Arts students bring unique viewpoints to the table," she wrote. Concluding her post, the DU student urged fellow Arts students not to let anyone undermine their worth. "Your choice of stream is valid, and your contributions are valuable." "And to those who think they're superior, remember: the world needs a mix of skills, perspectives, and creativity. Let's celebrate our differences and promote inclusivity in education and beyond!" she added. Since being shared, Ms Fareed's post has accumulated several comments. "Being an Arts student, I've faced similar struggles. But no course or stream is a joke. Each requires hard work and determination," wrote one user. "I topped my class in coding and robotics, but I chose design. That's where my passion lies. It's not about what you can do, it's about what you want to do," shared another. "There is really no such thing as a big or small course. Every field has its own demand. What matters most is finding the right path that aligns with your interests and degree," commented a third user.
Hindustan Times
23-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Topper = Confirmed internship? Delhi University student's post sparks debate
Beyond the usual buzz of Delhi University (DU) fests and occasional viral video of bizarre campus antics, DU rarely falls short of headline-worthy moments. But amid all the noise, a quieter, more introspective voice recently cut through — and resonated widely as first-year Hansraj College student Bisma Fareed took to LinkedIn, writing, 'I'm a topper aur mujhe internship nahin mil rahi.' The lengthy post garnered 8k likes and nearly 1k comments. 'I was in this bubble that if I scored well, everything else would fall into place and my college life would be great. But after I got into DU, I went looking for internships and came back empty-handed; it hit me hard,' the 18-year-old tells us, adding, 'The world doesn't just want marks. It wants skills and passion beyond the grades. My post was not to whine about not landing an internship but to share this realisation with fellow students.' Despite a stellar academic record in school at Convent and Jesus and Mary, Connaught Place, she voiced her struggles about landing an internship, igniting a wider debate. 'My post wasn't meant as a criticism of employers, nor did I have any negative experience with any company. In fact, it was a valuable learning moment,' she explains. The reaction to the post was immediate and wide-ranging. Some students said they shared the post with peers and parents, prompting conversations that extended beyond LinkedIn. 'That's exactly what I wanted. It feels like my 3 Idiots (2009 film) moment,' she shared with a grin, adding, 'It's important to send a message to students and parents that academic brilliance alone shouldn't be our goal. We need space to explore our passions and sharpen those into skills.' However, she is miffed over her misrepresentation in the media. 'It's been widely stated in news articles that I'm a DU topper, which isn't true. Even my achievements in the post are all from my school years,' she clarifies.
News18
22-04-2025
- General
- News18
This DU Student Has 10 Medals, 50 Certificates, Yet No Internship. Here's Why
Bisma Fareed, a first-year BA English Honours student at Hansraj College, Delhi University, is frustrated by internship rejections despite her academic achievements. She values practical experience
