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SRM University-AP formed a cluster with Acharya Nagarjuna University, KL University, Vignan University, and AIIMS Mangalagiri for the DST-SATHI initiative of the Ministry of Science and Technology. Sophisticated Analytical & Technical Help Institute (SATHI) aims to provide professionally managed services with efficiency, accessibility and transparency of the highest order under one roof to service the demands of industry, start-ups and academia. Dr P Siddaiah – Dean, Acharya Nagarjuna University; Dr Mukesh Tripathi, Director-AIIMS Mangalagiri; Dr G Pardha Saradhi Varma – Vice Chancellor, KL University; and Dr P Nagabhushan – Vice Chancellor, Vignan University; attended the meeting held at SRM University-AP campus on Monday.

SRM AP Vice-Chancellor Prof V S Rao invited the Vice-Chancellors of the respective universities to come forward for the formation of a cluster for the ‘SATHI’ programme. Pro-Vice Chancellor Prof D Narayana Rao did an elaborate presentation on DST projects. “The host institute, which is the lead partner in the cluster, will have to provide a functional space of 20,000 square yards, and SRM University-AP is suitable for this in every way”, Prof D Narayana Rao said. “The equipment worth Rs 75 crore to be provided through the SATHI programme will help in carrying out extensive research in all the five universities,” he added. The Vice-Chancellors and Directors of these 5 institutions have agreed to form the cluster and submit the proposal to the Department of Science & Technology (DST), Government of India. Professors of SRM AP and representatives of respective universities also attended the meeting.

Indo-French diplomatic relations have always tailored development across all major disciplines. SRM University- AP has inked an MoU with the Rennes School of Business on August 23, 2022. The two institutions agreed to promote mutually beneficial activities in education, research, and other academic areas. The alliance in specific targets the internationalisation of higher education.

SRM University- AP aspire to strengthen the ties with Rennes School of Business following the mutual interests in delivering programmes of academic excellence and cultural diversity. Honourable Vice-Chancellor Prof V S Rao commented that the collaboration would open the gates of higher studies and research work for SRM University- AP and Rennes Business School. Both institutions are determined to work together with the spirit of prolific international relations and academic cooperation.

Dr Thomas Froehlicher, Dean, Rennes School of Business, and Ms Maud LE BARS, South Asia Area Manager, Rennes School of Business, were the delegates who visited the campus to sign the MoU. “India and France share common historical events and many cultures. This collaboration will benefit both the nations and the students”, said Dr Thomas as he briefed his thoughts on the alliance.

The coordination between the institutes may include but is not limited to progression programmes and semester abroad programmes. The agreement looks forward to organising executive programmes for the professional community, joint research projects, joint conferences and publications, exchange of faculty members, collaborative virtual student projects, short study abroad seminars, executive education, and admission to degree-seeking students on a fee-paying basis.

Dr Bharadwaj, Dean SEAMS, Dr CA Mahalakshmi Mudliar, Associate Professor of SEAMS, and Dr Naga Swetha Pasupuleti, Associate Director of International Relations, had a vigorous discussion with the Rennes business school representatives regarding the areas of collaboration. Dr R Premkumar, Registrar and Dr Thomas Froehlicher, Dean of Rennes Business School, signed the MOU and exchanged the documents.

“We cannot always build the future for our youth, but we can build our youth for the future”

                                                                                                                   – Franklin D Roosevelt

India is one of the countries in the world currently experiencing an explosion in the youth population. And undoubtedly, skilled youth is the supreme asset of any land. However, the dismaying fact is that the surpassing potential of our youth is yet to be explored to its fullest. Higher institutes of learning and universities play a pivotal role in equipping their students to face the ever-evolving world fraught with unseen challenges. Reckoning with this alarming fact, the Department of Computer Science and Engineering at SRM University-AP is organising a one-month-long programme on “Youth Empowerment and Skill Development” under the ISR activities of the university from Aug 29, 2022, to Sept 28, 2022.

The programme is exclusively organised for young people living in rural communities near SRM University-AP with an aim to develop the knowledge and experiences that will help them live happier, more fulfilling lives and improve their ability to make better decisions about their future. Courses are offered across various domains such as internet technologies, web development, MS office, and the like that have become essential tools in a technology-driven world.

The inaugural session is scheduled on August 29, 2022, at 05.15 pm. The event will be graced by the honourable Vice-Chancellor Prof VS Rao, Dean – SEAS Prof BV Babu, Associate Dean – SEAS & the Head of the Department of CSE – Prof T Ragunathan, and other university dignitaries. Classes will be conducted between 5.30 pm and 7.00 pm during the month.

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