India places great importance on education, recognizing that while teachers are highly esteemed, the teaching-learning process relies fundamentally on students. This understanding is why World Students’ Day is celebrated each October, emphasizing the crucial role students play in shaping society and its future. World Students’ Day, observed on October 15, commemorates the birthday of Dr. Abdul …
At Symbiosis, we believe that education is a continuous and holistic journey that extends beyond the classroom. We actively create platforms that enhance the teaching and learning experience, allowing students to explore new realms of knowledge. Throughout the year, various events are organized across our campuses, all managed by students who handle everything from finances to …
Last week, during the annual general body meeting of the Symbiosis Society, I had the opportunity to present the Annual Report as the Principal Director. While sharing the report, which highlights the activities of the Symbiosis International University, the Symbiosis Schools, the Symbiosis Museum, and other affiliated institutes, I reflected on the core values that have …
Dubai – A Global Education Hub Education has always held immense priority in India. Earlier, we had universities in India like Takshashila, Nalanda, and Vikramshila, which attracted a lot of foreign students and even other foreign scholars to India. So, internationalization or globalization of education has a very long history in India. The underlying question is: …
Today is Janmashtami, the day when we celebrate Lord Krishna’s birth. Lord Krishna is known is one of the most popular amongst all the Hindu Gods, as a lot of foreigners also know about Lord Krishna. A lot of his fame can be attributed to his teachings given by him in the Bhagavad Gita, which are …
Yesterday was International Youth Day. In 2000, the United Nations declared this day as International Youth Day which aims to celebrate the contributions of young people around the world and to raise awareness about the challenges they face. Each year, there’s a specific theme that highlights different aspects of youth issues, ranging from education and employment …
As new students enter, July and August are very significant months within the university campus. During the induction sessions, I can see new and anxious faces, and as I interact with the students, I realize that every student has a different personality, and this has led me to realize that several factors help mould a student’s …
Recently, an article that I read titled, ‘The Power of India: Top Indian-Origin CEOs Who Rule the World,’ simply echoed my thoughts! It discussed several CEOs of world-renowned companies who share the same background and are of Indian origin. As an educationist for over several decades, I have always been drawn to how appreciation for the …
I have always emphasized upon the importance of following our age-old traditions, and one among the many Indian practices is Yoga. The history of yoga is ancient and complex, spanning thousands of years and evolving through various cultures and philosophies. Yoga is said to have originated in Ancient India and its history can be traced back …
The University Grants Commission, the highest apex body governing higher education in India, made one of the very progressive announcements regarding biannual intake. Generally, the academic year starts in June and ends in April/May. With this announcement, colleges and universities can admit students even in January/February. This is primarily in line with the practices of top …