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FICCI Higher Education Summit 2024
Dr. Preeti Sharma, Associate Dean of Management at UEM Jaipur, represented UEM Jaipur at the 19th FICCI Higher Education Summit 2024, held on October 18-19, 2024, at the Dr. Ambedkar International Centre, New Delhi The summit featured several panel discussions on key themes shaping higher education. Here are the panelists for the discussions: Panel Discussion 1: Research Collaboration and Harmonious Innovation for Global Thought Leadership 1. Dr. Anil Kashyap, President and Chancellor, NICMAR University 2. Prof. V.N. Rajasekharan Pillai, Vice-Chancellor, Somaiya Vidyavihar University 3. Dr. Rajkumar Singh, Head, Research & Development, Bharat Forge 4. Prof. Varvara Nazrova, Associate Professor, HSE University 5. Dr. Ketan Kotecha, Dean, Faculty of Engineering, Symbiosis International University Panel Discussion 2: Internationalization of Higher Education to Build Global Linkages 1. Smt. Neeta Prasad, Joint Secretary, Ministry of Education, Government of India 2. Prof. Francis Ewusie Nunoo, Deputy Director General, Ghana Tertiary Education Commission 3. Mr. Manoj Kumar, CMD, EdCIL 4. Dr. Andrew Atherton, VP International, University of Southampton 5. Prof. Raghunathan Rengaswamy, Dean, Global Engagement, IIT Madras 6. Prof. Vimal Chandra Srivastava, Dean of International Relations, IIT Roorkee Panel Discussion 3: Building a Thriving Higher Education Ecosystem with Effective Governance & Faculty 1. Prof. Basuthkar Jagdeeshwar Rao, Vice Chancellor, University of Hyderabad 2. Dr. Sekar Viswanathan, Vice President, Vellore Institute of Technology 3. Prof. Rajita Kulkarni, President, Sri Sri University 4. Prof. Ajay Batish, Dean, Thapar Institute of Engineering & Technology 5. Dr. Janette Muir, Vice Provost, George Mason University 6. Dr. Balakrishnan Shankar, Dean, Engineering, Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham Panel Discussion 4: Reimagining Learning Through the Tech-Edu Alliance 1. Shri Govind Jaiswal, Joint Secretary, Ministry of Education, Government of India 2. Mr. Nitin Kukreja, CEO, Allen Career Institute 3. Mr. Raghav Gupta, MD India & Asia Pacific, Coursera 4. Mr. PP Sunil Acharya, Lead, Amazon Web Services 5. Mr. Anuj Vishwakarma, President, Higher-ed Programs, upGrad 6. Mr. Varun Dhamija, Chief Digital Strategy Officer, TimesPro Panel Discussion 5: One Planet, Shared Future – Role of Universities 1. Prof. Ananya Mukherjee, Vice Chancellor, Shiv Nadar University 2. Ms. Alison Barrett MBE, Country Director, British Council India 3. Dr. Narayana Sabhahit, Pro VC, Manipal Academy of Higher Education 4. Dr. Veronica Donahue, Associate Dean, Johns Hopkins University 5. Prof. Bhavani Rao R, Dean, Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham 6. Ms. Joyce Poan, Chief, Education Sector, UNESCO 7. Mr. Pradeep Rangi, Chief Risk Officer, Airtel Payments Bank 8. Ms. Deepti Vij, Director, Honeywell Panel Discussion 6: Co-Creating a Competitive and Collaborative Higher Education Ecosystem through Industry-Academia Engagement 1. Prof. Ravindra Kumar Sinha, Vice Chancellor, Gautam Buddha University 2. Dr. Ramakrishnan Raman, Vice Chancellor, Symbiosis International University 3. Mr. Salavadi Easwaran, Academic Dean, Biocon Academy 4. Dr. Elena Remezova, Head, Russian House, New Delhi 5. Dr. Devashis Rath, Professor of Practice, Aditya School of Business Management 6. Dr. Rachna Chaturvedi, Director, Research, Rabindranath Tagore University Panel Discussion 7: Innovative Funding Framework – Imperative for Higher Education Expansion 1. Mr. Ajay Bohora, Co-Founder, HDFC Credila 2. Prof. Vasudev Murthy, Executive Director, Rishihood University 3. Mr. Arup Chakraborty, Certified Member, Institute of Risk Management 4. Prof. Lakshmi Kumar, Dean, Business School, Krea University 5. Ms. Amrita Sadarangani, Head, Global Research Alliances, Ashoka University Panel Discussion 8: Regulation and Benchmarking – Catalyst for the Future of Education 1. Dr. Rajan Saxena, Advisor, FICCI HE Committee & Former VC, NMIMS 2. Prof. P.B. Sharma, Vice Chancellor, Amity University, Manesar 3. Dr. Sandeep Sancheti, VP, Elsevier (India) 4. Dr. Pallab Saha, General Manager, The Open Group This summit provided a platform for discussions on pressing global challenges, innovative technologies, governance models, and sustainable practices, helping shape the future of higher education in India and beyond #TopRankedUniversity #uemian #uem #UEMJaipur
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Nov 4, 2024
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The University of Engineering & Management (UEM), Jaipur, takes immense pride in conferring the Honoris Causa (Doctor of Engineering – D.Engg.) upon Smt. Sudha Murty, in recognition of her unparalleled contributions to philanthropy, education, social welfare, and nation-building.
UEM Jaipur Bestows Honoris Causa Upon Padma Bhushan & Padma Shri Awardee Smt. Sudha Murty The University of Engineering & Management (UEM), Jaipur, takes immense pride in conferring the Honoris Causa (Doctor of Engineering – D.Engg.) upon Smt. Sudha Murty, in recognition of her unparalleled contributions to philanthropy, education, social welfare, and nation-building. A celebrated author, educationist, humanitarian, and corporate leader, Smt. Sudha Murty has dedicated her life to transforming society through women’s empowerment, rural development, STEM education, and ethical leadership. As Founder-Chairperson of Infosys Foundation, she has pioneered groundbreaking initiatives in healthcare, education, and public infrastructure, fostering sustainable community development. Her literary works have inspired generations, advocating for ethics, values, and inclusive progress. Currently serving as a Member of Rajya Sabha and Chairperson of Murty Trust, she continues to influence national policies and drive impactful change. Honored with the Padma Bhushan and Padma Shri, she exemplifies leadership, compassion, and intellectual excellence. At this prestigious Convocation Ceremony, UEM Jaipur proudly awarded degrees to 534 students across B.Tech, M.Tech, BCA, MCA, BBA, MBA, BPT, MPT, and Ph.D. programs. It is a moment of immense pride for our graduating students to receive their degrees at the same event where Smt. Sudha Murty was honored with this distinguished recognition. With this honor, UEM Jaipur celebrates her visionary leadership and enduring inspiration, encouraging future generations to contribute towards a more equitable, progressive, and compassionate world. #TopRankedUniversity#uemian#uem#UEMJaipur
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Jun 25, 2025
CONVOCATION CEREMONY, Padma Shri Awardee, Smt. Sudha Murty, UEM Jaipur, University, University Daily News
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