Category Archives: Education

Celebrating Excellence: Yashica Goyal Wins Top Honors at Children’s Science Exhibition

Chandigarh: Yashica Goyal, a student of Carmel Convent School, won the first prize under the theme “Disaster Management” at the 52nd State-Level Children’s Science Exhibition 2024, held at SCERT, Sector 32, Chandigarh. More than 500 students participated in the exhibition, showcasing their science projects.

Yashica’s project featured the use of transparent solar panels, providing a sustainable and renewable energy solution for disaster management. The primary aim of her project was to highlight the need for renewable energy during crises and offer solutions to address global challenges in this area. Her project has been recognized as a significant contribution to the field of disaster management.

Yashica Goyal’s innovative initiative not only opened new avenues in science and technology but also demonstrated that the younger generation has the potential to bring meaningful changes to the environment and society in the future. Her family and school teachers congratulated her on this remarkable achievement and wished her a bright future ahead.

The Akshaya Patra Foundation Joins Forces with Food4Education as ‘Knowledge Partner’ to Expand School Feeding Initiatives Across Kenya

Bengaluru – December, 03  2024: The Akshaya Patra Foundation, the world’s largest NGO-run school meal program and an implementation partner of the PM POSHAN program based in Bangalore, India, is pleased to announce a transformative partnership with Food4Education, a Kenya-based nonprofit dedicated to mainstreaming school feeding programs across Africa. Signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) last week, wherein The Akshaya Patra Foundation goes global by becoming the official ‘Knowledge Partner’ for Kenya’s Food4Education. The two organizations set out to accelerate global efforts toward food security and educational empowerment, marking a significant step in addressing one of the most pressing challenges faced by school children worldwide: access to nutritious meals.

Food4Education and Akshaya Patra share a unified vision of delivering school feeding at scale in their respective continents. The Akshaya Patra Foundation currently feeds 2.25 Million in India daily & Food4Education serves over 4,50,000 children in Africa daily.

The initiative will also facilitate immersive exchanges between team members, fostering mutual learning and driving innovation in school feeding programs.

“This partnership is more than just bilateral cooperation; it serves as a transformational model for international collaboration in school feeding, showcasing how locally-rooted strategies can influence international policies on child nutrition,” said Wawira Njiru, Founder and CEO of Food4Education. “By highlighting the effectiveness of community-driven, scalable, and sustainable feeding initiatives, we hope to inspire further cross-border partnerships and initiatives, whether local, national or regional” she added.

Celebrating the occasion, Sri. Chanchalapathi Dasa, Co-Founder and Vice Chairman of The Akshaya Patra Foundation, stated, “As Akshaya Patra enters its 25th year in the service of children in partnership with the government, we feel both proud and humbled looking back at what we have achieved. Today, we add yet another chapter to our history as we collaborate with Food4Education and take a step towards expanding our mission to nourish and empower children. Both, Akshaya Patra and Food4Education have a firm belief in the transformative power of education as well as the power of a school meal to bring children to school. Food4Education is doing remarkable work in the school feeding space in Kenya under the able leadership of Ms. Wawira Njiru. By combining our expertise in school feeding programmes, we will be able to ensure that every child has the opportunity to thrive in a healthy and supportive environment.”

Celebration of the Feast of St. Francis Xavier at XITE Gamharia

Date: 2nd December 2024
Venue: XITE Gamharia Campus

XITE Gamharia (Autonomous) celebrated the Feast of St. Francis Xavier, its patron saint, on 2nd December 2024, with great fervor, devotion, and cultural splendor. The celebration, an annual tradition, honored the legacy of St. Francis Xavier, inspiring the XITE community to embody his values of faith, service, and compassion.

The event was meticulously planned and executed by Assistant Prof. Akinchan Xaxa with support from Assistant Professor Dr. Radha Mahali, under the guidance of the esteemed faculty and staff. The program was graced by the presence of Dr. (Fr.) E. A. Francis, SJ, Dr. (Fr.) Mukti Clarence, SJ and Br. Amal Raj, alongside all professors and students.

Program Highlights

1. Spiritual Ceremony:
The event commenced with a ceremonial welcoming of the priests, setting a reverent tone for the day. The BA English 1st Year students led a heartfelt prayer service, followed by a serene prayer dance performed by the 1st Year students. These moments of devotion created a deeply reflective atmosphere for the audience.

2. Message by Dr. (Fr.) E. A. Francis, SJ:
Dr. (Fr.) E. A. Francis, SJ, delivered an inspiring address, emphasizing St. Francis Xavier’s values of humility, service, and faith. He encouraged students to emulate the saint by contributing positively to society, leaving a profound impact on everyone present.

3. Cultural Extravaganza:
The cultural segment showcased the vibrant talents of XITE students:

Semi-Classical Dance: Aparna (BBA 1st Semester) captivated the audience with her elegant performance.

Bollywood Dance: Babli and her group energized the crowd with their synchronized and dynamic performance.

Solo Song: Sreshtha (BA Economics 1st Semester) delivered a mesmerizing solo that won hearts.

Nepali Dance: The 1st Year girls celebrated cultural diversity with a beautiful traditional dance.

Hostel Boys’ Performance: Their spirited and high-energy dance brought the event to a rousing close.

4. Vote of Thanks:
The event concluded with a sincere Vote of Thanks, expressing gratitude to the priests, students, faculty, and audience for their participation and support.

Child Care Aware Hosts Live2Lead Event to Foster Leadership in Child Care and Beyond

Nonprofit presents the fifth annual leadership development simulcast through February.

(St. Louis, Mo., Nov. 8, 2024) Child Care Aware of Missouri (CCAMO) recently announced its fifth annual Live2Lead event, an online simulcast developed by John Maxwell Enterprises that features renowned industry experts sharing personal development and leadership growth principles.

The Live2Lead rebroadcast brings together leadership expert John C. Maxwell, life coach and motivational speaker Valorie Burton, comedic thought leader and actor Michael Jr., founding partner of the Maxwell Leadership Certified Team Chris Robinson, and 17-time bestselling author and keynote speaker Jon Gordon.

The Live2Lead series, which will be accessible both virtually and in-person through February, caters to businesses of all types and sizes looking to enhance their leadership skills. Participants at the face-to-face event watch the online simulcast and engage in group discussions and team-building activities that foster an environment of inspiration and motivation.

“This annual event creates leadership opportunities and improved communication by empowering employees who are seeking growth and change,” said CCAMO CEO Robin Phillips. “Live2Lead adds value to individuals interested in embracing strategic triumphs by becoming more resilient leaders.” Phillips added that “each member of CCAMO’s leadership team is a Certified John Maxwell Leader, having completed a program that teaches skills in leadership development, coaching, speaking, and training.”

Pictured is a roundtable discussion led by CCAMO’s Director of Scholarships Amanda Schwartz. The recent in-person Live2Lead event was held for the St. Louis nonprofit Youth in Need and its nearly 150 staff.

Founded in 1999, Child Care Aware of Missouri is a statewide nonprofit that focuses on a comprehensive early childhood education experience through impactful programs and partnerships. The organization’s services include workforce development, child care business supports, advocacy and policy work, and its new Child Care Keeps Missouri Working, a regional campaign offering concierge solutions to businesses undergoing employee recruitment and retention challenges due to the overwhelming shortage of quality child care options. For more information about holding a Live2Lead event, call (314) 535-1458 or visit www.mochildcareaware.org.

World Teachers’ Day Celebrated by the World Academy of Higher Education and Development (W-AHEAD)

World Teachers Day is celebrated by the World Academy of Higher Education and Development, W-AHEAD at the India Internation Centre, New Delhi on the 5th & 6th of October 2024. The event also included the Higher Education Summit 2024 and the conferment of the Fellow of Eminence Award upon educationists and professionals of exceptional merit who served with distinction and integrity during their long professional lives and contributed to nation-building and service to the global community.

Shri Ram Nath Thakur, Hon’ble Minister of State for Agriculture and Farmers Welfare was the Chief Guest, Prof Priyaranjan Trivedi, Executive Chairman of W-AHEAD delivered the welcome address and Prof PB Sharma, President of W-AHEAD presided over the function attended by a galaxy of eminent academicians, scholars, eminent professionals from the industry and corporate, members of faculty and students from selected colleges of Delhi University and reputed schools of Delhi.

Addressing the august gathering on the auspicious occasion of World Teachers Day, Hon’ble Minister Shri Ram Nath Thakur said that the tradition of respect and recognition of teachers as the torchbearers of the society has been an integral part of our cultural heritage. It is heartening that all the nations of the world today are celebrating the Teacher’s Day to mark the respect of the global community towards teachers, the mentors who shape the future of mankind. Hon’ble Minister also advised the teachers of colleges and universities to give their very best and shape their students as noble citizens of the world. Hon’ble Minister also released the publications of W-AHEAD that included a comprehensive book on Research for Development: Translating the Vision of Viksit Bharat@2047 into a Reality and a book onViswestariyaViswavidyalayaKaisa Ho. A book onVasudahivaKutumbakam published by CIU and IIPGS was also released.

Hon’ble Minister also presented the Fellow of Eminence Awards of the Academy, W-AHEAD to Prof Prem Vrat, Chairman BoG, IIT Dhanbad and founder Director IIT Roorkee, Prof Mahesh Verma, Vice Chancellor GGSIPU, Dr. Prateek Sharma, Vice Chancellor DTU, Dr. Onkar Singh, Vice Chancellor, UKTU Dehradun, Prof Pankaj Mittal, Secretary General AIU, Prof DN Reddy, former Vice Chancellor JNTU, Dr. Markandey Rai, President, Global Peace Foundation India, Dr. Saroj Bala, President Scientific Research on Vedas, New Delhi, Dr. T Padenga, Chancellor Afrisol Group of Institutions Zimbabwe, Dr. VK Yadav, former Chairman Railway Board, Dr. Mangu Singh, former MD Delhi Metro, Er Pradeep Chaturvedi, Chairman, Indian National Academy of Engineers, Delhi Section, Er SN Tripathi, Regional Executive Director (Hydro) NTPC Noida, Shri Raj Kumar Chaudhary, CMD, NTPC, Er Dinesh Kumar former E-In-C, PWD Delhi and Shir Rakesh Srivastava, Founder President Innovative Prosthetics and Orthodontists, Nebraska, USA.

Dr. VK Saraswat, Member Niti Aayog and former Director General of DRDO, Dr. Kumar Krishen, former NASA Chief Technologist and Exceptional Service Medal Recipient, Dr. Raj K Tiwari, Professor and Program Director at New York Medical College, USA, Er Prabhakar Singh, former Director General CPWD, Prof Deepak Dwivedi, Chairman and Editor in Chief Blitz India Media Group, Rtn Dr. Ravinder Gugnani, Rotary International District Governor and Dr. Anoop Swarup, former Vice Chancellor of Jagran University and Chairman Global Network of non-killing were conferred the Fellow of Eminence of the Academy W-AHEAD in absentia.

The celebration of World Teachers Day 2024 by W-AHEAD also marked the organization of Higher Education Summit 2024 on 5th& 6th October 2024 at IIC, New Delhi under the Organizing Chairman Er Dinesh Kumar, Former E-In-C, PWD Delhi and Organizing Secretary Dr HRP Yadav, Former Director General, IE (I) and Secretary IE (I) Delhi.

Dr Priyaranjan Trivedi, Executive Chairman of W-AHEAD in his welcome address said that “As we move forward, it is imperative that universities become engines of innovation, sustainability, and peace. By implementing the Master Plan for the Universities of Tomorrow, we should ensure that higher education institutions not only impart knowledge but also shape the future of our youth, our nation, and the world. Through our shared efforts, we can realize the vision of a Viksit Bharat that is peaceful, prosperous, and sustainable by 2047. Let this Summit evolve a roadmap to guide our collective endeavors in building a brighter future for all”.

Speaking on the occasion of the World Teachers Day-2024, Prof PB Sharma, President W-AHEAD and founder Vice Chancellor of DTU & RGPV, past President of AIU and currently Vice Chancellor AUH said “To create India of our dream, we need breakthrough leadership for our universities that promotes Integration of Education and Research, supports interdisciplinary Education and Research and builds Islands of Excellence for Solution Research. Focus of universities must necessarily be on man-making besides knowledge creation, outcome-based R&D and translational research, innovations that lead to new product development supported by a vibrant eco-system for innovations and startups infrastructure in the university campuses”.

Lam Research Adds 20 India Universities to Initiative to Upskill Future Semiconductor Talent Via Semiverse™ Solutions Virtual Infrastructure

Marks a major milestone in Company’s efforts to train a targeted 60,000 engineers over 10 years

Bengaluru/Noida, India – September 11, 2024 – Lam Research Corp. (Nasdaq: LRCX) announced today that 20 Indian universities will be enabled with the Semiverse Solutions virtual innovation infrastructure to train and develop future engineers for the semiconductor industry. Announced at the SEMICON India conference at Noida, the addition marks a major milestone in Lam’s efforts introduced in 2023, to contribute to upskilling up to 60,000 engineers over the next 10 years in India. Twenty universities were shortlisted from a list of close to 75 that have signed up for the program.

“Lam is committed to fostering the growth of the Indian semiconductor ecosystem. The addition of Semiverse Solutions virtual semiconductor environments to the selected 20 academic institutions will reach more than 2,600 students this academic year across the country and demonstrates significant progress towards our initiatives to help ready the next generation of semiconductor talent in India,” said Rangesh Raghavan, corporate vice president and general manager at Lam Research India.

Closing the Semiconductor Talent Gap in India

The semiconductor industry faces a major talent shortage to meet anticipated future demand. Educating future semiconductor engineers is even more daunting as it is cost-prohibitive for academic institutions to provide physical access to the most advanced nanotechnologies. Simulating real-world labs virtually provides greater democratization of engineering skills training, improved sustainability, and greater access to new talent pools in an increasingly computer-aided design world.

After a successful pilot at the Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Lam signed a tripartite memorandum of understanding with the India Semiconductor Mission (ISM) and IISc for the broad deployment of Semiverse Solutions to key universities in the country. Lam has previously announced a contribution of $29 million in software licenses towards the MoU, while ISM would support the establishment of infrastructure and operational costs. IISc will “train-the-trainers” at the selected universities, while Lam will deploy a dedicated team of employees to support the expansion across the country.

“Launched during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s state visit to the US in 2023, the Semiverse Solutions training program is critical to achieving our skilling objectives to develop the talent needed to support the anticipated growth of the semiconductor industry,” said Akash Tripathi, CEO, ISM. “This program is an excellent example of what can be achieved when government, industry, and academia work towards a common end.”

The 20 universities will be enabled to use SEMulator3D®, a powerful 3D semiconductor process and integration modelling software that is part of the Semiverse Solutions™ platform, with a goal to accelerate India’s semiconductor education and workforce development objectives. The software is used by the world’s largest semiconductor companies, manufacturers, and foundries to model complete process flows and predict downstream ramifications of process changes that would otherwise require build-and-test cycles in the fab. Using SEMulator3D® is expected to help students learn to develop process flows and perform automated virtual experiments at significantly lower cost, and environmental impact.

“Students at IISc have realized exceptional value through the SEMulator3D enabled program and we are excited to replicate the success of the pilot and significantly improve the employability of graduates and post-graduate students in semiconductor manufacturing across the country,” said Professor Srinivasan Raghavan, chair of the Centre for Nano Science and Engineering at IISc.

Lam Continues Leadership Role in Accelerating the India Semiconductor Ecosystem

Today’s announcement is the latest in a series of actions from Lam intended to foster innovation, collaboration and the pipeline of talent in India’s growing semiconductor ecosystem. Earlier this week, the company launched the Lam Research Challenge competition to inspire university engineering students and broke ground in Bengaluru on what is expected to be one of the most advanced systems labs in the country at Lam’s India Center for Engineering – a new facility that will expand capabilities for designing, on-tool testing, and validation of semiconductor manufacturing processes, thereby potentially shortening engineering design cycles. Lam also announced earlier this year its plans to expand its global supply chain to include India and is exploring India-based suppliers who can collaborate to fulfil the need for precision components, custom parts, high purity gas delivery systems and other assemblies that go into cutting-edge semiconductor wafer fabrication equipment.

Auckland University of Technology Launches Australasia’s First University Course with Taylor Swift

India,2024: Auckland University of Technology (AUT) has announced the launch of a pioneering summer school course, Taylor Swift: Communications Professional, marking Australasia’s first university-level course with the global pop icon. Offered by AUT’s School of Communication Studies, the course will critically analyse Taylor Swift’s 18-year career through the lens of modern communications disciplines.

Senior lecturer Rebecca Trelease (Te Āti Haunui a Pāpārangi) highlighted Swift’s mastery of communication as a driving force behind her media success. “Throughout her career, Taylor Swift has demonstrated excellence in lyrics, music, and a curated image of a pop culture phenomenon,” said Trelease. “What must also be examined is Swift’s prowess as a communications professional, the backbone to curating and maintaining her career in the media.”

The new course comes on the heels of overwhelming interest in Swiftposium, an academic conference held in February 2024 to critically examine Swift’s global impact. The conference, co-funded by AUT and partner universities in Australia, drew immense attention from both high-school students and fans alike, reflecting the singer’s widespread influence.

The Taylor Swift: Communications Professional course will allow students to learn and apply communications theory to Swift’s body of work. From analysing her visual and audio content to critiquing her branding strategies, the course offers students a unique opportunity to understand communication principles through the lens of a globally dominant figure in pop culture.

“This course is for everyone – from high school students eager for a head start on university study, to established professionals looking to expand their knowledge,” added Trelease. “We’re thrilled to offer a course that reflects the cultural relevance of Taylor Swift while equipping students with the tools to analyse and apply communication strategies in their own careers.”

The course will run from November 18 to December 13, coinciding with Taylor Swift’s 35th birthday, and will be held three days a week at AUT’s City Campus. If there is enough interest, AUT may also offer the course online to cater to students who are unable to attend in person.

SMART Technologies Launches in India with Transformative Interactive Displays for Education

Mumbai, 03rd September 2024: SMART Technologies, a global leader in interactive technology, announced its launch in the Indian market today. The company also unveiled the SMART Board MX Series® and SMART Board GX Series® interactive displays. With over 35 years of global experience in the interactive technology market along with local distribution partners, Indian manufacturing and tailored local education content, SMART is uniquely positioned to support Indian schools with locally-made, outcome-focused technology that will support the transformation of India’s education environments.

 SMART’s interactive displays and software are created to bring learning to life with easy-to-use features that save teachers time and engage students in their learning. They’re engineered in-house at SMART with unique features and options – including SMART iQ® with the MX Series. This designed-for-education embedded computing solution is easy to use from day one. SMART displays have multiple options for student engagement and upgradability options that are unique in the market, and they use less power than other brands. SMART displays are not only built to last but to evolve with the needs of the classroom.

 The company is establishing manufacturing in the state of Andhra Pradesh, not only enhancing its production capabilities but also reinforcing its dedication to the Indian market. SMART is working with one of India’s largest Electronic Manufacturing Services (EMS) have chosen partners with established and proven capability for production of Interactive Flat Panels to meet their exacting quality standards This local work represents a significant step in optimizing supply chains, increasing local manufacturing efficiency, and fostering economic growth within the region.

 Jeff Lowe, Executive Vice President, SMART Technologies, stated, “As pioneers and leaders in the interactive touch technology space, our launch in India is a testament to our commitment to this dynamic market. Our promise is to help teachers, students, and education leaders create connections that matter, and we’re thrilled to bring this promise, and our leading products, to the millions of students and teachers here in India. Needless to say, SMART is here to stay and we look forward to working with schools and organizations across the country.”

  In addition, SMART is pleased to announce three inaugural SMART Exemplary Schools in India. These three Indian schools proudly join more than 35 global schools named as part of this prestigious designation of schools that demonstrate innovative leadership in using educational technology to deliver positive learning outcomes. GEI’s Subhedar Wada Medium School in Mumbai, Surana High Tech International School in Chennai, and Sense Kaleidoscopes in Bengaluru will each be formally awarded as SMART Exemplary Schools in the coming days, marking the first of their kind in the country.

 SMART interactive displays will be on display for hands-on demonstrations this week at InfoComm at the Jio World Convention Centre in Mumbai, and at Didac India from Sept 18-20 at the Yashobhoomi (India International Convention & Expo Centre) in New Delhi.