NICMAR
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Building a Better Future Together
Issue : July 2023
July 2023
Director General's Message
‘The purpose of education is to build a happier society. We need a more holistic approach that promotes the practise of love and compassion.’ – His Holiness, Dalai Lama
Our country has an extensive and rich tradition of multidisciplinary and holistic education from ancient times, a fact represented through the Gurukul system of learning, ancient texts, and learning records. Along the way, these records and traditions got altered and the patterns of education limited itself to textual knowledge. NEP 2020 envisions the incorporation of aesthetic, physical, social, emotional, and moral learning in an integrated curriculum transcending various disciplines towards the development of well-rounded citizens that can lead the country in the era of rapid technological advancement while being rooted in the humanness of life.
NICMAR University (NU) has been encouraging the vision of holistic development of its student and academic community through a multitude of community service engagements, value-based courses, and environmental sensitivity. Our programs have incorporated Indian educational value-based courses that enrich the intellectual, emotional, societal, environmental, and spiritual development of the student community. NU programs have holistic and multidisciplinary courses on environmental sensitivity that allow students to work towards shaping a sustainable world by taking accountability of their actions, energy usage, and reduction of carbon footprint; social immersion and engagement programs that allow them to engage with the underprivileged and marginalized communities, finding innovative community-based solutions; creative arts and literature courses to feed the desires of their soul by engaging in appreciation of life and its complexities; holistic development through yoga-based spiritual learning; community service camps that allow students to think beyond their limited selves and be of service to others, etc.
The objective through all these efforts is to contribute to a world where future citizens will have broadened perspectives and think about how their actions contribute towards the creation of a cleaner, better world filled with love and compassion that nurtures not just the mind but also the soul. NU has weaved these holistic and multidisciplinary courses in its program tapestry towards the creation of individuals who will shape peaceful, tolerant, inclusive, and sustainable societies. We are confident that this foundation will help our students continue the rich tradition of this esteemed institution by being trailblazers in their profession and community.
Warm regards,
Professor Anil Kashyap,
Director General, NICMAR
July 2023
Program Spotlight
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July 2023
Happenings @ NICMAR
Senior Management Visit @NICMAR
Mr. Ajit Gulabchand, Chairman BOT and BOG, NICMAR visited the Pune campus on June 21 & 22, 2023. Mr. Gulabchand met the Senior Management Team of NICMAR/NICMAR University. During this visit, the Chairman was briefed about the roles and responsibilities of the Senior Management Team and was given the latest updates about admission and placements of the Institute and University.
Leadership Speech
Dr. (Mrs.) Sushma S. Kulkarni, Vice-Chancellor, NICMAR University, Pune delivered a speech on “Academic experience of collaborations” in a symposium on Best Practices in Industry-Academia Collaboration held by Indo Universal Collaboration for Engineering Education (IUCEE), in association with The Association of Managements of Unaided Engineering Colleges (Maharashtra) on 27th May 2023.
World Environment Day @ NICMAR University Pune
The World Environment Day was celebrated at NICMAR University Pune on June 5th, 2023 by inaugurating the installed solar panels that generates 117 MW of solar power, reducing carbon emissions by around 100 tonnes. The event was presided by President and Chancellor, Prof. (Dr.) Anil Kashyap and Vice Chancellor, Dr. (Mrs.) Sushma S. Kulkarni and organized by School of Energy and Environment (SOEE).
To commemorate the event, SOEE also organized a tree plantation drive. Two trees were planted. A Kadamba tree was planted by the Vice Chancellor, Dr. (Mrs.) Sushma S. Kulkarni and a Milantaniya tree was planted by the Director Strategy and External Partnerships, Dr. Poonam Kashyap, followed by the Registrar, Dr. Prashant Dave.
World Environment Day @NICMAR Hyderabad
NICMAR Hyderabad commemorated World Environment Day through the campaign “Beat Plastic Pollution”.
On this occasion, all the faculty, staff and students attending the Summer School took a pledge to reduce the usage of single-use plastic. The event was followed by a plantation drive.
Celebration of International Day of Yoga @NICMAR University, Pune
NICMAR University, Pune celebrated the 9th International Day of Yoga (IDY) on June 21, 2023. A yoga session was held at 7 AM at the flag-post arena of the university's campus. The session was inaugurated with lighting of the lamp by the President and Chancellor, Prof. Anil Kashyap, Director Strategy and External Partnerships, Dr. Poonam Kashyap, and the Yoga trainers, Mr. Sameeran Kulkarni and Ms. Maithili Kulkarni.
The session began with a warm welcome of the dignitaries, yoga trainers, and participants by Dr. Amit Hiray, Dean, Student Welfare, who also spoke about the significance of Yoga for physical and mental well-being in today's fast-paced world. The Yoga session was held as per the IDY protocol. A large number of faculty and staff members of the university enthusiastically participated in the session.
International Yoga Day @NICMAR Hyderabad
On 21st June, 2023, International Yoga Day was celebrated at NICMAR Hyderabad. Around 60 participants including the Summer School students, Staff, and Faculty members took an active part in the proceedings.
The chief guest for the event was Ms. Anita Vajpayjulala. Ms Anita possesses over 25 years of experience in training and practicing yoga. Her simplified way of guidance and conduct of the yoga session was applauded by all the participants.
Summer School @ Hyderabad
The second edition of the same was inaugurated on 19th June 2023 at the campus. The focus in this iteration is on activity-based learning, guest lectures, and site visits. The overall aim of the program is to promote awareness among undergraduate students of engineering and architecture regarding the various aspects involved in managing real estate and infrastructure projects.
62 participants from different parts of the country took part in the summer school activities and made the program a grand success. The Guest of Honour for the inaugural ceremony was Mr. Nasarvali Shaik, Founder – Dizati Consultants, who appreciated the efforts taken by NICMAR in bridging the gap between industry expectations and the student skill set.
Executive Development Programs @Hyderabad
The School of Executive Education, Placements and Industry Relations organized a company-based program on Project Management for M/S Universal MEP Projects and Engineering Services Ltd., from 5th June 2023 to 9th June 2023. About 33 Participants attended this program which covered a wide range of topics from Project planning & Control, Cashflow Management, Contract & Dispute Management etc.
The School of Executive Education, Placements and Industry Relations has initiated a company-based program on ‘Estimation, Quantity Surveying and Contracts for the QS and Contracts Engineers of M/s NCC Limited. The program started on 26th June, 2023, with the senior management from the organization attending the inaugural ceremony and setting the expectations for this program. The fully residential 30-day program shall impart training on various aspects such as type of contracts, FIDIC, Dispute resolution & arbitration, Billing practices, etc. 30 participants are attending this program.
Faculty and Staff Achievements/Awards
Dr. R. Satish Kumar was invited to deliver a keynote address on "Green Building Aspects and Sustainable Construction Practices" for the 'International Conference on Structural Engineering and Management" - SECON 2023, organized by the Federal Institute of Science and Technology, Angamali, Kerala on 8th of June 2023.
July 2023
Alumni Corner
AGNI (NICMAR’s Alumni Association) founding team met with the Vice Chancellor, NICMAR for a formal introduction and discussed way forward on this years alumni connect program.
July 2023
Placement Spotlight
Placement Update @Pune
The final placement of the 2023 batch at NICMAR Pune saw proactive participation of Industry stalwarts at the campus. The profiles predominantly offered were of Project Management, Management Trainee, Project execution, Planning and control, Site execution, etc. spread uniformly across all specializations.
Placement Update @Hyderabad
The following are the highlights pertaining to sector-wise final placements offered to the 2023 batch of NICMAR Hyderabad.
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