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A webinar on diverse legal careers — from corporate law and fintech to global practice — offered insights into emerging opportunities across the legal landscape.
Students learned core economic concepts through interactive games such as GST Tambola, Income Tax challenges, and Snakes and Ladders.
The library department hosted an engaging workshop on how AI is transforming libraries and enhancing resources for new-age students and educators.
The Communication Design exhibition on April 24–25 offered a glimpse into how our students creatively turn real-world ideas into powerful visual stories.
Law Lecture Series: Dr. Indranil Saha discussed blockchain, cryptocurrencies, and smart contracts—and their growing relevance in legal and regulatory contexts.
The Centre for Writing presented an interactive session on mastering the art of writing. Students explored fiction writing, publishing insights, and engaged in a hands-on skit-writing and performance workshop to enhance their storytelling skills.
The Research Seminar Series presented an in-depth session on optimization and deep learning techniques for optical interferometry, focusing on phase estimation, defect detection, and improving computational efficiency through nonlinear optimization methods.
CMRG offered a 2-day certificate course on regulatory enforcement, covering fact-finding, quasi-judicial proceedings, and appeals for regulatory professionals, compliance officers, and legal experts.
Aspiring undergrads experienced Vidyashilp University firsthand at VU Connect. They explored our interdisciplinary programs, attended faculty talks, enjoyed student performances, and toured our campus to understand what makes learning at VU unique.
Ms. Amlanika Bora, Assistant Professor, School of Legal Studies and Governance, delivered a powerful session on combating deepfakes, exposing legal gaps, and exploring solutions to protect dignity and address digital exploitation.
The India Rising: Aspiring Undergrads Summit 2024 united over 1,000 future undergrads and their parents, inspiring them to align their dreams with India’s booming economy and explore pathways to a successful future.
Mr. Shubham Anand from JP Morgan inspired students at Vidyashilp University, sharing insights on bridging academia and industry, highlighting real-world applications of Econometrics, Machine Learning, and NLP in economics and finance.
The Crime Scene Investigation hosted by the School of Legal Studies and Governance challenged 16 students from Yishun Innova Junior College, Singapore, to unravel clues, analyze evidence, and crack the case, sharpening their critical thinking, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
The Ethnography Lab at Vidyashilp University, in collaboration with ISEC, hosted a two-day symposium exploring Bengaluru’s urban fabric through keynotes, discussions, exhibitions, and an enriching Ethnography Walk in a vibrant neighborhood.
Decoding the Indian Partnership Act Dr. Sunitha Abhay Jain, a distinguished Professor of Law from Christ University, delivered a riveting lecture on 'The Indian Partnership Act of 1932'. The session focussed on key provisions of the Act, its implications for businesses, and emerging trends in partnership law.
Dr. Justin Joseph, a distinguished Biomedical Engineer, delivered an insightful seminar on "Parameter Optimization of Feature Descriptors: A Case Study on Electroencephalogram Signals of Alzheimer’s Patients." The event drew a large audience of researchers, faculty, and students eager to explore the cutting-edge advancements in AI-driven medical diagnostics.
Dr. Aparajita Dasgupta shared insights on the effectiveness of Delhi's Pink Pass scheme in boosting female employment during her visit to Vidyashilp University.
Dr. P Dayananda Pai Auditorium The grand inauguration, graced by the Hon'ble Governor of Andhra Pradesh, Shri S. Abdul Nazeer, marks the birth of a prominent center for art and culture in North Bangalore, nurturing the next generation of bold performing artists.
Challenge the Extraordinary at VU Emerge Step into the shoes of an undergraduate student and experience the VU difference firsthand. Engage in dynamic workshops, glean insights from industry experts, receive personalized career guidance, join thought-provoking panel discussions, and much more.
Ms. Amlanika Bora represented the School of Legal Studies and Governance at the Workshop on Cultural Rights and the Protection of Cultural Heritage at the Palais des Nations in Geneva, Switzerland.
The Trekking Club at VU ignited the spirit of exploration and teamwork amidst nature’s grandeur with a guided trek to Netravati, Kudremukh Hills, on the 21st and 22nd of October.
In honor of the enduring legacy of Mahatma Gandhi, a special multimedia quiz was organized for our students on 14th October to celebrate the values and teachings of one of the greatest figures in Indian history.
Prof. Siddharth Mallavarapu from Shiv Nadar Institute of Eminence visited VU on 5th October 2023, to shape the outlook of future global leaders through an informative talk on the dynamics of international relations.
Dr. Amrita Ghatak and Dr. Ninad Patwardhan – Professors from the School of Liberal Arts and Design Studies - presented their latest research findings at the first ‘Research Seminar Series’ on 30th September. It was a unique opportunity for our audience to glean insights, engage in stimulating discussions, and explore opportunities to collaborate.
Prof. P.G. Babu from IGIDR, a distinguished expert in Economics and Law, visited
VU on 4th October to discuss the impact of interdisciplinary policymaking on India’s future through
an interactive session on “Complex Policy Design: Disciplinary Boundaries Examined”.
Dr. B.R. Guruprasad, a passionate science communicator and former Associate Director (Media & PR),ISRO, visited Vidyashilp University on 6th September to offer rare insights into Chandrayaan-3's lunar conquest.
Prof. Meenakshi Rajeev presented the inaugural lecture for our Social Sciences Club on the intricacies that influence the measurement of India's GDP and its pivotal role in shaping the nation's economic trajectory.
Vidyashilp University's special session on "Our Water Future" on 8th April 2023 at the Vidyashilp University campus. The session was conducted by Mr. Vishwanath Srikantaiah, Zen Rain Man and Story-teller.
Prof. Radhika Lobo, Program Chair (Bachelor of Arts) and Professor of Economics, School of Liberal Arts and Design Studies, Vidyashilp University was invited by K. P. B. Hinduja College of Commerce to conduct a webinar on the topic "Digitall and Equity" celebrating International Women's Day on 10th March 2023.
Vidyashilp University celebrated International Women's Day with a session on "#EmbraceEquity" on 8th March 2023 at the Vidyashilp University campus. The session was conducted by Ms. Kalyani Subramanyam, Chief Executive Officer, Maitrayana Charity Foundation.
Vidyashilp University launched its Trekking Club with a trek to Ravugodlu on 4th February 2023. Dr. Bijil Prakash, the faculty coordinator, and Kruthika S, a core member of Vidyashilp University's Trekking Club, collaborated with the Karnataka Mountaineering Association to locate the perfect place to kick-start the Trekking Club.
Vidyashilp University celebrated the 74th Republic Day with a session on "The Indian Constitution: A product of untold struggle – Explore its relevance in contemporary times" on 26th January 2023 at the Vidyashilp University campus. The session was conducted by Prof. Arvind Narrain, Human Rights lawyer, Author and Educator.
Vidyashilp University’s Centre for Learning Sciences and Technologies (CLST) organized an activity-filled workshop - “Learning to Learn” on 28th January 2023. The workshop was centered on Creative Pedagogies and Classroom Practices for leaders in education. Experts in teaching methodologies - Prof. Aparna Vinod and Prof. Arvind Lodaya - led the event.
Cytecare Hospital welcomed a delegation from Vidyashilp University to visit the facility and explore its unique features. The University's faculty and Cytecare's board of directors developed an actionable plan for new academic programs, and collaborations to provide students with internship possibilities, establish course-related projects, and conduct joint research initiatives.
Workshop on ‘Developing Creative Classroom Practices’ was conducted by Prof. Aparna Vinod, Associate Professor, School of Liberal Arts and Design Studies on 26th, November 2022.
SPICMACAY and VIDYASHILP UNIVERSITY - Lecture Demonstration on Manipuri Dance: Thursday, 3 November 2022
Vidyashilp University’s Luminaries session on "Being the best Me" was conducted on 12th October 2022 at the Vidyashilp University campus, for students and faculty by Ms. Sudha Sastri, IIMC Alumnus, Coach Mentor and Organisation Culture Evangelist.
Vidyashilp University observed World Mental Health Day 2022 with a session on "Mental Health and Well-being for all - A Global Priority" on 8th October 2022 at the Vidyashilp University campus. The session was conducted by Dr. Shekhar Sastri, Senior Professor (Retd.), Department of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry and Advisor - SAMVAD.
Vidyashilp University observed World Mental Health Day 2022 with an evening of Art and Performances by Students and Faculty at the Vidyashilp University campus on 10th October 2022.
Vidyashilp University’s Luminaries webinar on "A Stranger Called I" was conducted on 22nd September 2022 by Dr.Sarada Natarajan, Advisory member, Sports and Culture Council, Vidyashilp University and President, Ramana Maharshi Centre for Learning
Orientation Program- Day 1 FRIDAY, 19 AUG 2022
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Session on POSH and Gender Sensitization by Dr. Sapna S, Head Law School CHRIST(Deemed to be University) at Vidyashilp University on 23rd Aug 2022.
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Vidyashilp University’s Design Mavericks webinar on "Design for Living off the Planet" was conducted on 19th August 2022 by Dr. Susmita Mohanty, Spaceship Designer, Space Entrepreneur, Climate Action Advocate.
Independence Day Celebration-2022
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DAY3 (29th July,2022): Faculty Development Program Organised by Vidyashilp University's School of Computational and Data Science
On Integrative Pedagogy to Teach Statistics and Data Science for Undergraduates
DAY2 (28th July,2022): Faculty Development Program Organised by Vidyashilp University's School of Computational and Data Science
On Integrative Pedagogy to Teach Statistics and Data Science for Undergraduates
DAY1 (27th July,2022): Faculty Development Program Organised by Vidyashilp University's School of Computational and Data Science
On Integrative Pedagogy to Teach Statistics and Data Science for Undergraduates
Vidyashilp University’s Luminaries webinar on "Economics: Emerging Areas and Interdisciplinary Aspects" was conducted on 25th July 2022. Prof. Radhika Lobo, School of Business Studies, Vidyashilp University shared the emergence of multiple areas like Behavioural Economics, Digital Economics, Gender Economics and more.
DAY2(12 July 2022): Curriculum Development Workshop
Prof. Neeta Verma discussed the processes of constructing strong assessment methods to evaluate student work and rubrics that align with course outcomes. She emphasised that assessment rubrics complement and enable student learning. She recommended faculty reflect on moulding their curriculum in ways that reflect and promote inter disciplinarity, transdisciplinarity, and plurality.
DAY1 (11 July 2022): Curriculum Development Workshop
Prof. Neeta Verma Robert P. Sedlack, Jr. Associate Professor; Fellow Liu Institute University of Notre Dame, conducted a workshop for faculty on the many processes, discourses and best practices to enable design studies ...
Vidyashilp University’s Luminaries webinar on "Choosing the right revenue generation model for digital businesses" was conducted on 22nd June 2022. Dr. Umesh Mahtani, Director, Start-up Management Program, Professor, School of Business Studies, Vidyashilp University and former Senior Director, Cognizant Technology Solutions, shared his expertise in understanding the difference between digital and traditional businesses and different revenue models.
Vidyashilp University's EdConnect was held on 17th June 2022, a collaborative discussion with leaders in education from prominent institutions such as Indus International School Bangalore, National Public School (NPS) Indiranagar, Karta Initiative, Whitefield Global School, Legacy School Bangalore, Oasis International School and Sheshadripuram Public School.
Vidyashilp University’s Perspectives webinar on "Decision Sciences - The art of arriving at interdisciplinary business solutions" was conducted on 10th June 2022. Dr. Vijayan Immanuel, Vice Chancellor, Vidyashilp University and Ph.D., IISc Bangalore and Ms. Bhaswati Ramanujam, Apprentice Leader at Mu Sigma and ISB Alumna, shared the significance of Decision Sciences and the essential requirements for a career in it.
Vidyashilp University’s Luminaries webinar on "How to leverage success and failure to enable growth" was conducted on 19th May 2022. Ms. Shruti Choudhari, Director - Projects & Strategy, B L Kashyap & Sons and Advisor to Schools of Design Studies, Vidyashilp University, shared how failure can become a stepping stone to success.
Vidyashilp University Start-up Management Program's Entrepreneurs Circle event was held on 24th June 2022 in association with BLR Student Community. Mr. Sidhartha Mehra, Professor of Practice, School of Business Studies, Vidyashilp University, CFO & CHRO, Zolostays, Bangalore, in conversation with Prof. Srikant Sastri, Professor of Practice, School of Business Studies, Vidyashilp University, Chairman, i3g Advisory Network, Rohit Kamath, Co-Founder and CEO, India Hemp Organics and Zaid Sait, Entrepreneur at Zed The Baker.
Vidyashilp University’s Reasons webinar on "High growth careers in India's $300 billion start-up ecosystem" was conducted on 8th June 2022. Prof. Srikant Sastri, Professor of Practice, School of Business Studies, Vidyashilp University and Mr. Prabhakaran Balasubramanian, Adjunct Professor, School of Business Studies, Vidyashilp University, shared some exciting careers opportunities in the start-up world.
Vidyashilp University’s Luminaries webinar on "Gender Economics: A Pluralistic Approach to Teaching Economics" was conducted on 9th May 2022. Prof. Radhika Lobo, School of Business Studies, Vidyashilp University shared how pluralism in economics can yield inclusive solutions.
Vidyashilp University’s Luminaries webinar on "How Psychology and AI can accelerate our journey towards human-centred AI " was conducted on 8th June 2022. Prof. Smitha Rao, Professor, School of Computational and Data Sciences, Vidyashilp University and Dr. Setu, Assistant Professor, School of Liberal Arts and Design Studies, Vidyashilp University, shared the positive impact of AI when used ethically and responsibly.
Prof. Radhika Lobo, School of Liberal Arts and Design Studies, Vidyashilp University was on the panel that discussed the Emerging Areas in Economics - Gender Economics and Engineering Careers. The panel discussion was organised by iEducationalize on 25th Feb 2022.
Vidyashilp University’s Perspectives webinar on "Solving Business Problems Through Decision Science " was conducted on 17th February 2022. Ms. Bhaswati Ramanujam, Apprentice Leader at Mu Sigma shared the impact of Decision Science on the interactive process of problem-solving.
Vidyashilp University’s Reasons webinar on "Mapping A Start-up Journey From Zero To One" was conducted on 28th April 2022. Prof. Umesh S. Mahtani, Director, Start-up Management Program & Professor, School of Business Studies, Vidyashilp University and Mr. Shardendu Malpani, Advisor to School of Business Studies, Vidyashilp University in conversation with Mr. Aditya Kumar, Co-founder & CEO, Niro discussed the rewards and challenges of a start-up career.
Vidyashilp University’s Design Mavericks webinar on "Roaming Rural: The Impact of Diversity in Design" was conducted on 25th March 2022. Prof. Arvind Lodaya, Professor of Design, Vidyashilp University in conversation with Ms. Daksha Dixit discussed the role of design in social advancement and the interdisciplinary nature of design.
Vidyashilp University’s Design Mavericks webinar on "Design for Social Change" was conducted on 10th February 2022. The speakers Prof. Arvind Lodaya, Professor of Design, Vidyashilp University in conversation with Ms. Himalini Varma and Mr. Santayan Sengupta discussed how design can play a vital role in effecting social change.
Vidyashilp University’s Perspectives webinar on "The Economics of Happiness" was conducted on 7th February 2022. Ms. Suchandra Lahiri shared the impact of understanding the relationship between economics and positive psychology and the key drivers of the happiness index.
Vidyashilp University’s Start-up Founders Program's Founder Meet, an inspiring webinar for aspiring founders was conducted on 1st February 2022. The panelists discussed how to Discover, explore and learn to create an irresistible investor pitch while interacting with founders who have been through this journey.
Vidyashilp University's Design Mavericks Webinar on 6th January from 6 pm to 7 pm
Vidyashilp University's Perspectives Webinar on 10th January from 6 pm to 7 pm
Prof. Smitha Rao, School of Computational Data Sciences, Vidyashilp University was on the panel that discussed the impact of "Demystifying Data Science". The panel discussion was organised by iEducationalize on 21st Jan 2022.
Vidyashilp University in association with Yourstory presents 'Founders Meet' a webinar for aspiring founders to meet the mentors of the Start-up Founders Program and an opportunity to get answers to all your start-up questions. The mentors for this session were Mr. Pranav Pai, Founding Partner and CIO of 3one4 Capital and Mr. Shardendu Malpani, former Director of Anklesaria Group, USA and India.
Ms. Vindya Kushal, Sr. Manager, Counseling & Admissions, Vidyashilp University, was invited to speak on "Academics or a Holistic Profile - the Path to College in India" at a CIALFO event on Emerging Trends in Career and University Counselling. The event was held at Taj MG Road, Bengaluru on December 11th, 2021.
Prof. Smitha Rao, School of Computational and Data Sciences, Vidyashilp University, was invited as the speaker for the webinar on 'Discover Promising New Courses in 3 Leading Indian Universities', held virtually on November 27th, 2021.
Vidyashilp University presents 'Perspectives' - By Domain Experts, a webinar series that provides you with a platform to interact with industry leaders. This session’s speaker, Dr. R S Deshpande has over 35 years of experience in Research and Teaching in the field of Economics.
Vidyashilp University's Design Mavericks webinar on ‘Design is where the heart is' with Ms. Shreya Kumar, Sr. Experience Designer at Frog (Part of Capgemini Group) and Prof. Arvind Lodaya, Professor, School of Liberal Arts and Design Studies, Vidyashilp University.
Vidyashilp University presents 'Perspectives' - By Domain Experts, a webinar series that provides you with a platform to interact with industry leaders. This session’s speaker, Mr. Rakesh Ranjan has over 16 years of experience of leading innovation in IBM Automation portfolio for Fortune 100 companies and is a Professor of Computer Engineering at San Jose State University.
Vidyashilp University's webinar 'Perspectives', a webinar on 'Rise of Data Science - A hype or reality'. with Mr. Kiran Kumar.
The launch event of Vidyashilp University held on 16th September 2021, in the presence of Shri Thaawarchand Gehlot, Hon’ble Governor, Government of Karnataka, Dr Ashwathnarayan C.N., Minister for Higher Education, IT and BT, Science and Technology, Skill Development, Government of Karnataka, Prof. B. Thimmegowda, Vice-Chairman of Karnataka State Council Higher Education.
Vidyashilp University was honored to host Dr. V. Anantha Nageswaran, member of the Economic Advisory Council to the PM of India. On this episode of Perspectives, Dr. Nageswaran discusses ‘The Rise of India in the Post-Covid World'.
Olympism and its values - A webinar series supported by Vidyashilp University Keynote by Dr. Jörg Krieger, Sports Historian and Researcher
Vidyashilp University's Design Mavericks webinar on ‘My Design Journey’ with Mr. Gaurav Juyal and Prof. Arvind Lodaya, Vidyashilp University Professor, School of Liberal Arts and Sciences.
Prof. Radhika Lobo, School of Business Studies, Vidyashilp University, co-authored a chapter titled “Impact of BRI on India’s Exports to South Asia” in the book titled “Belt and Road Initiative: China's Global Business Footprint” which was published and released on July 9, 2021, by the Centre for Business & Economic Research, UK.
Ms. Rubina Singh, Associate Director, Counseling & Admissions, Vidyashilp University, was invited to participate in the live discussion on "The Long term impact on Child's Future: How will Assessment Criteria Impact College Admissions" held virtually on June 20th, 2021.
Prof. Arvind Lodaya, School of Liberal Arts and Design Studies, Vidyashilp University, was invited by DesignUp - a popular annual conference in the Design and Technology space to host a “Fireside Chat” with the World’s leading Design expert, scholar and thought-leader Prof. Don Norman on 20th June 2021.
Prof. Radhika Lobo, School of Business Studies, Vidyashilp University, was invited as the Session Chair at the CBER-MEC 10th International Conference on Business and Economic Development, held virtually on June 11th, 2021.
