EOY2013

Events at sis
VISIT OF LINDEN GROUP OF UNIVERSITIES, USA (POLYTECHNIC INSTITUTE OF NYU, OKLAHOMA CITY UNIVERSITY,
SAN JOSE STATE UNIVERSITY AND UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH FLORIDA- TAMPA) AT ANSAL UNIVERSITY (AU)
The officials met with the AU officials as well as students and made formal presentations about graduate studies in the USA,
the application process and about various areas of specializations. The major objective of the visit was to give an exposure and
opportunity to AU students to meet with the US University representatives (faculty and admissions officers) and get a good insight into
US education and what it takes to get admitted to US Universities. The universities are large flagship institutions with broad offerings
that understand the importance of IT, engineering and business programmes. Hence, they were able to highlight these areas when
talking to AU administration and students.
SEMINAR ON “NEWLY ARISING THREATS IN CYBER SECURITY OF NUCLEAR FACILITIES”, CONDUCTED BY Mr.
KRISHNA PRASAD FROM SCHOOL OF LAW AND JUSTICE OF EDITH COWAN UNIVERSITY, AUSTRALIA ON MONDAY,
OCTOBER 8, 2012
Mr. Prasad made a presentation on “Newly Arising Threats in Cyber Security of Nuclear Facilities”. He also discussed regarding
the opportunities and advantages of Higher education at ECU. He mentioned about Faculty of Business and Law at Edith Cowan
University as one of the largest business schools in Western Australia and offers an extensive range of undergraduate and graduate
programs in fundamental business disciplines and provides internationally recognized qualifications for contemporary and future
careers in business.
DEAKIN UNIVERSITY VISIT INDIA STUDY TOUR
Deakin University, Australia visited Ansal University on November 21, 2012, with a group of students on a part of India Study Tour. Dr.
Raj Singh, Vice Chancellor, Ansal University took a session on Ethical Management as a part of study tour for the students of both the
universities. The session followed with a cricket match between the students of Ansal and Deakin University and a debate competition
on “Downloading Music is Killing Creativity” where Ansal University students spoke against and Deakin University students in favour of
the proposition. The event was closed by a cultural evening planned in the amphitheatre with performances by the students of Ansal
and Deakin University.
FRENCH ENGINEERING INSTITUTES UNDER THE “n+i” NETWORK AT ANSAL UNIVERSITY
A 15 member French delegation consisting representatives from prestigious French Engineering Institutes under the “n+i”
Network, hosted an Education Fair at Ansal University (AU) campus on Thursday, December 6, 2012. Prof. Dr. Raj Singh, Vice
Chancellor of Ansal University welcomed the delegation and also spoke about the changing scenarios of Higher Education in
India. Prof. Dr. TROTIGNON Jean-Pierre, Director, “n+i” Engineering Network gave the presentation to the students and faculty
members to appraise them about the opportunities for pursuing post graduate and research doctoral work at France. The visit was
well received and concluded with one-to-one interaction with interested prospective students.
DEAKIN UNIVERSITY CONDUCTED AN INTERACTIVE WORKSHOP ON “DEVELOPING CURRICULUM TO CREATE
EMPLOYABLE GRADUATES” IN COLLABORATION WITH ANSAL UNIVERSITY
On February 7, 2013 at AU campus, Deakin University conducted an interactive workshop for curriculum leaders, and specifically
those who lead the design, development, implementation and evaluation of courses (degree programs) in a range of disciplines, and
particularly at the undergraduate level. Prof. Beverly Oliver, Deputy Vice Chancellor (Learning Futures) and Mr. William Confalonieri,
Chief Digital Officer from Deakin University, Australia deliberated on curriculum development issues in the workshop. Honorable
Prof. Dr. Raj Singh, Vice Chancellor, Ansal University emphasized on the pioneer concept of Trans Disciplinary Learning (TDL) being
implemented for the first time at Ansal University. Prof. Oliver mentioned that the assurance of learning for graduate employability
framework suggests that the required capabilities are most likely to be achieved through a 360-degree evidence-based approach
to curriculum enhancement by: Determining the appropriate standards in specific capabilities; mapping where and how they are
developed, deployed and assessed; evaluating their achievement (based on a range of evidence such as summative and formative
teacher, self- and peer assessment, course quality indicators; stakeholder perceptions of graduate performance) and benchmarking,
planning and monitoring enhancements. The intensive discussions was done during the interactive session of the workshop on
designing course-learning outcomes with employability-related generic capabilities, articulate standards in those course learning
outcomes, and design how they will be evidenced by graduates. It was also discussed that we must scope opportunities for workintegrated
learning within and beyond the formal classroom and also we should deploy portfolio approaches to self, peer and teacher
assessment and judgment of capabilities.The workshop was concluded by discussing on incorporating key indicators to identify
where and how graduate capabilities might be enhanced and exploring benchmarking opportunities for course enhancement.
UNIVERSITY OF SUSSEX STUDENT INTERACTION AT ANSAL UNIVERSITY
The School of International Studies, Ansal University invited delegates from University of Sussex, UK on February 14, 2013. Mr. John
Sander, Senior International Liaison Officer from the University with four Bachelor Degree students from School of Law and Business
interacted with the Honorable Vice Chancellor, Dr. Raj Singh, Dean School of Business and senior faculty members from School of
International Studies, followed by their interaction with Ansal University students. During the interactive session with the AU students,
Mr. John briefed about the programme options available with the University of Sussex, the fee structure and the scholarship options
available across different schools of the University. The students of both the Universities shared their views about their experience
with their respective University education system, the teaching pedagogy and the culture across both the country’s education
environment.
ACADEMIC COLLABORATION WITH VALPARAISO UNIVERSITY, USA
An agreement of cooperation was signed with Valparaiso University, USA. This agreement will provide an opportunity to AU students
to have global exposure. The academic collaboration will provide dual degree options at UG and PG level courses, study semester/
year abroad, student and faculty exchange and joint research collaboration.
AWARD CEREMONY FOR SCHOOL OF INTERNATIONAL STUDIES
Ansal University organized the award ceremony for meritorious students on March 15, 2013. The alumnus and the current batch
students of School of International studies were awarded with Chairman’s Honours Award , Director’s Merit Award and Prof. Subhash
Saxena Award for their academic excellence. Hon’ble Mr. Patrick Smith from the US Embassy was the Chief Guest at the occasion.