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Newsletter
Central University of Haryana, Mahendergarh
Volume: 1, Issue: 2, Feb. 2015
| Jant-Pali, Mahendergarh, Haryana-123029; Website: www.cuh.ac.in
Shri Pranab Mukherjee President of India &
Visitor of the University
Smt. Smriti Zubin Irani Minister of Human
Resources Development, Government of India
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Logo Central University of Haryana
Vision
To develop enlightened citizenship for a knowledge
society for peace and prosperity of individuals,
nation and the larger world through promotion of
innovation, creative endeavours and scholarly
inquiry
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Prof. U.P. Sinha Vice-Chancellor (Acting)
(Acting)
Prof. (Dr) M.P. Singh Chancellor
President of India Shri Pranab Mukherjee Visitor of the University
“As Indians, we must of course learn from the past; but we must remain focused on the future. In my view, education is the alchemy that can bring India its next golden age. Our oldest scriptures laid the framework of society around the pillars of knowledge; our challenge is to convert knowledge into a democratic force by taking it into every corner of our country. Our motto is unambiguous: All for knowledge, and knowledge for all.” – Shri Pranab Mukherjee
“For me, the publication of the University
Newsletter is not only an information sharing
exercise, but it is the initiative to invite the
participation of various stakeholders in the
institution building exercise also”- Prof. U.P. Sinha
“I extend my best wishes for the publication and
growth of the Central University of Haryana
Newsletter.” -Prof. M.P. Singh
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The Central University of Haryana has traversed a long path ever since publication of
the First Newsletter in June 2014. We have achieved many milestones in diverse fields
related the University life. The students, staff and faculty of this University have
demonstrated exceptional team spirit for taking the University to new heights.
The Ministry of Human Resource Development, acting as a guiding light, has inspired in us a new vision for the future. Indeed, achieving the goal of academic excellence in Central University of Haryana has proved to be an exercise in converting challenges into opportunity. We have strived to achieve optimum utilization of available resources and creation of assets, wherever required, for efficient functioning of the University.
We have introduced eight new departments from Academic Session 2014-15 and appointed 22 Assistant Professors & 2 Associate Professors on short term contractual basis. The University is fully wi-fi enabled and is fully connected to National Knowledge Network (NKN). We are making maximum use of ICT though efficient technology management. We are in the process of upgrading software solutions used for academic and administrative purposes. The support & encouragement provided to the faculty for upgrading their research profile is paying rich dividends in terms of research output. Three teachers have received Major Research Project from ICSSR. One of them is also involved in international project with University of Edinburgh, Scotland. We have established a University- Industry Interface Cell to ensure coordination between industry & academics to fill up the gap between what Industry needs and what University teach. University has an innovation club whereby efforts are made to engage with industry and promote innovation in the University.
I affirm with assurance that with our collective and collaborative efforts we can lead our nation into the trinity of progress, which are greater political participation, social emancipation and upward economic mobility.
From the Desk of the Vice-Chancellor (Acting)
-Prof. U.P. Sinha
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MAJOR ACHIEVEMENTS
Introduction of two New Schools and eight New Departments during the Academic
Session 2014-15. Schools of Studies opened during the AY 2014-15 are School of Earth,
Environment and Space Studies and School of Journalism, Mass Communication and Media.
Departments of studies introduced are Department of Environmental Sciences, Department of
Geography, Department of History and Archeology, Department of Journalism, Media and
Mass Communication, Department of Library and Information Science, Department of
Mathematics, Department of Psychology, Department of Sociology.
Appointment of Professors: Appointment of 22 Assistant Professors and 2 Associate
Professors on short-term contract basis to meet the present exigency. Most of these faculties
are alumni of good Universities like JNU, BHU, DU, IITs etc.
Admission to CU Haryana through CUCET-2014: Admission to various programmes of
Central University of Haryana were done through national level admission test i.e. Central
Universities Common Entrance Test (CUCET)-2014 enabling us to get students from
Kashmir to Kanyakumari leading to the attainment of national character in true sense of the
word.
University to be fully Wi-fi enabled: one of the recommendations of the Vice-Chancellors’
Conference with President of India in February 2014 was launching of ‘Campus Connect
Program’. Government of India under the worthy leadership of PM Shri Narendra Modi has
also launched Digital India Mission. Central University of Haryana, keeping in view the
directions of its worthy leaders, has initiated the process of creating Wi-fi facility in its
Campus through MTNL (it has started functioning partially).
Prof. U.P. Sinha,
VC (Acting),
Registrar and
Finance Officer
handing over the
cheque and
agreement to
MTNL Manager
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University to have latest equipment and software for laboratories: University is in the
process of procuring the latest equipment and software for laboratories in the department of
Chemistry, Physics, Psychology, Geography, Environment Science and Computer Science.
University Teachers awarded Major Research Projects by ICSSR: It’s a matter of great
delight that three teachers namely Dr. Chanchal Sharma, Dr. Rajeev Kumar Singh and Dr.
Ranjan Aneja applied for Major Research Projects under ICSSR and University has received
the approval of all of them. Besides, nine teachers have applied to UGC for major
research projects and in view of the quality content and relevance of the topics, University
expects that all the proposals shall get approved.
University submitted proposal for establishment of Chairs: Establishment of a Chair in
any University is a serious affair. University has submitted the proposal for establishment of
Chairs for dedicated studies on Swami Vivekananda; Prof. Amartya Sen; Sri Aurobindo
and Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, and in most likelihood, University will get the approval for
the same.
Swachh Bharat Abhiyan: University fraternity is actively engaged in devising the
sustainable mechanism to realise the mission of Swachh Bharat Abhiyan in partnership with
the neighbouring community.
Proposal for establishment of Centers: University is in the process of preparing a proposal
for Centre for Regional Studies, Centre for Women Studies and Centre for Inter-disciplinary
Studies etc.
Prof. U.P. Sinha
along with
University Fraternity
participating in the
Swachh Bharat
Abhiyan
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Departmental Research Committees constituted: As approved by the Council,
Departmental Research Committees are being constituted to advise the departments in the
issues relating to research, print/electronic resources and other activities.
University Cells and Clubs for Holistic Development of Fraternity: University has
created cells and clubs to initiate the academic, research and co-curricular agenda of
contemporary relevance in tune with the vision of creating the community of learners well-
versed with the concept of multidisciplinary knowledge from holistic perspective.
University Publication Division published the first issue of University Newsletter:
University has already set up the publication division and the first issue of University
Newsletter has been published by it. Besides, Department of Economics is going to publish
the Theory of Development & Growth Models on behalf of the publication division without
any financial burden on the University.
Group Health cum Personal Accident Insurance Policy for the students: As approved by
the Executive Council vide resolution no. 2014/2.9 in its 17th meeting held on 15th Feb.
2014, University has launched the Group Health cum Personal Accident Insurance Policy for
the students through National Insurance Co. Ltd.
Semi-Permanent Structure Accommodation: As approved by the Council, University has
got Semi Permanent Structure to accommodate thirty teaching and non-teaching staff of the
University.
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Faculty Members attended Refresher and Orientation Courses: Many Faculty members
attended Refresher and Orientation Courses at Academic Staff Colleges of different
Universities like University of Hyderabad, Kurukshetra University, Guru Jambeshwar
University, IIM-Lucknow etc.
Foreign Visit by Faculties: One Faculty Member Dr. Chanchal Kumar Sharma, Asst.
Professor in the Dept. of Political Science, Central University of Haryana and a specialist of
Fiscal Federalism was invited by the University of Edinburgh, Scotland (UK) for the
Leverhulme International Workshop titled “Continuity and Changes in Indian Federalism”
organised from May 27-28, 2014. He was also invited by Government College University,
Lahore for giving key-note address in a seminar.
Many Students cleared NET examination: A large number of students (around 20) cleared
NET examination held in June 2014. Few of them cleared NET-JRF too.
Minority Students in University: A large number of minority students, particularly from
J&K got admission in CUH (More than 30 Muslims and around 10 Non-Muslims like
Christians, Jains etc). University tries to provide them conducive learning environment.
Yoga Training: A Yoga instructor has been given responsibility to conduct Yoga training
sessions for the students as well as staff. This is quite essential to remain in good health—
mental and physical. Yoga team of the Central University also participated in various
competitions organised by different organisations and won prizes in such events.
The Research Promotion Cell is in place to suggest mechanisms for monetizing and scaling
research and formal knowledge transfer.
Prize winning
Yoga Team of
University in a
group photo with
Prof. U.P. Sinha
and University
Fraternity
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University-Industry Interface cell has been established to ensure co-ordination between
University and Industry and to fill the gap between what industry needs and what university
teaches.
ET/ICT coordinator appointed to make teaching-learning process more effective and
efficient through the use and integration of ICT in Educational process.
Central Vigilance Cell has been established in the University.
Remedial Classes to young learners of the nearby villages:
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Inauguration of Semi-Permanent Residential Complex for CUH Employees
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President of India’s Interaction with CUH Students was organised on Sept. 4, 2014.
Orientation Programmes-Breaking the Ice”: University organised the “Orientation
Programmes-Breaking the Ice” for the newly-appointed faculty and students before the
commencement of the session from August 5-8, 2014.
Inaugural Function of Hindi Pakhwada by Rajbhasa Anubhag was organised on Sept.1,
2014.
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Gurotsav and Yoga Session was organised by University from Sept. 4-8, 2014.
The delegation of University girls participated in State Level Youth Red Cross Training
Camp at Haridwar and won the prize for outstanding performance.
NSS Day celebration on the occasion of N.S.S. Day at University under the Guidance of
DSW on Sept. 24, 2014
Teacher’s Day celebrated by various Departments of University on Sept. 5, 2014
Valedictory Function of Hindi Pakhwada was organised by Rajbhasa Anubhag of
University on Sept. 15, 2014.
Declamation Contest and Slogan Writing on sanitation, public hygiene, waste management
& related issues under the theme of Swachcha Bharat Abhiyan was organised on Sept. 29,
2014.
Prof. U.P. Sinha
addressing the
august gathering
at NSS Day
Celebration
Prof. Patanjali,
Hon’ble Member
of EC during Hindi
Pakhwada
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Sanitation drive & Sanitation awareness Rally at adopted Village-Jant with the involvement
of Panchayat & villagers under the banner of CUH on Sept. 30, 2014. A Special Lecture was
also given by Dr. Pankaj Mishra, University of Delhi under the banner of CUH on Sept. 30,
2014.
Swacha Bharat Abhiyaan (Clean India Campaign) was organised by CUH on the Birth
Anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi, on Oct. 2, 2014.
A Play was also organised by CUH students in the neighbouring village Jant on the occasion
of Swacha Bharat Mission for spreading the message of Clean India.
International Day for the Girl Child was celebrated under the theme Adolescent Girls:
Ending the Cycle of Violence by CUH Women Empowerment Cell on Oct. 11, 2014. A play
“Ek Unsuni Awaz” for spreading awareness on female feticide was also organised on the
same day.
Prof. U.P. Sinha
along with other
dignitaries at NSS
Day Celebration
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Interactive Sessions by Prof. Janardan Jha, former Pro-VC, IGNOU on “ICT Application
in Teaching-Learning Process” on Oct. 16, 2014 and “Skill Development & Innovative
Pedagogy” on Oct. 16, 2014 was organised by CUH
“Run for Unity” was organised by NSS Cell of Central University of Haryana on the
occasion of National Unity Day marking the 139th
Birth Anniversary of Iron Man of India-
Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel on Oct. 31, 2014.
Legal Services Day (Nov. 7, 2014) was celebrated by Central University of Haryana in
Government Sr. Secondary School, Pali, a village adopted by Central University of Haryana.
On this occasion, an Exhibition and a Play titled “Ek Kadam Nyaya ki Aur” was staged by
University Scholars.
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University celebrated International Students’ Day on Nov. 17, 2014 and organised Students’
Parliament as a part of it. As a part of International Students’ Day, a symposium on “Shikshit
Bharat, Shaksham Bharat-Quality Education for All” was also organised.
Outstanding performer of Student Parliament Invited to Parliament of India- the best
performer of Student Parliament Ghulam Mohd Khan (PhD Scholar) was invited to
Parliament of India by Govt. of India
Constitution Day was celebrated in the Central University of Haryana on Nov. 26, 2014.
This event was organised by Department of Law and Shri. Dilip Mandal, a well-known Sr.
Journalist and Ex-Managing Editor of India Today was the chief guest who conducted an
interactive session with the University fraternity on the Topic “Social Media and
Constitutional Democracy”.
Hindi Workshop was organised by Rajbhasa Department on Dec. 2, 2014.
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International Day of Persons with Disabilities was organised by “Differently-Abled
Persons” Cell of CUH. Prof. Shri Ram Mittal, CIE was invited for the Key Note Address
(Dec. 3, 2014).
Youth Red Cross Volunteers of University attended Red Cross Camp and brought
Laurels to the University from there.
Good Governance Day programme was organised by University on the 90th
Birthday of
Bharat Ratna Sh. Atal Bihari Vajpayee, the former Prime Minister of India. A Declamation
Contest on the theme Use of Technology and Innovation in Promotion of Good Governance
was also organised for the Students’ community. Renowned Educationist Prof. C.K. Saluja
from Central Institute of Education, DU and Shri Narendra Rawat, Former Principal, Vidya
Vihar, Bhiwani were invited as guest speakers. Annual Calendar of the University having
theme of “Clean India, Green India, and Empowered India” was also released at this
occasion.
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Chaired Meeting of NARAKAS, Mahendergarh
SSB Training Sessions organised keeping in mind the aspirations of students desiring to be
Defence Officers (it may be noted here that highest number of defence personnel are from
this part of Haryana wherein CUH is located).
International Human Rights Day celebrated by Department of Law, Central University of
Haryana on Dec. 10, 2014.
Internship for
Management &
Commerce
Students
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Anti-Addiction drive was organised by Students’ Council of the Central University of
Haryana (Jan. 19, 2015)
A Rath-Yatra promoting the message of “Beti Bachao-Beti Padhao Abhiyaan” under the
banner of Shri Vijay Maharaj of Bhiwani was flagged off by VC Prof. U.P. Sinha
Interaction with
the President of
India (Jan. 19,
2015)
Memorandum of
Understanding signed
between Department
of Psychology,
Central University of
Haryana &
Department of
Psychology, TM
Bhagalpur University,
Bhagalpur
Memorandum of
Understanding signed
between Central
University & National
Co-operatives Union of
India (NCUI), New
Delhi
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A Play and Exhibition on the “Beti Bachao-Beti Padhao Abhiyaan” was organised by
Women Empowerment Cell of CUH in Govt. Sr. Sec. School, Pali, a Village adopted by
Central University of Haryana. (Jan. 21, 2015). Learning material for all girls’ students of the
school was also distributed by the University.
National Voters’ Day was celebrated in CUH. Voters’ Oath was also administered on the
CUH students (Jan. 25, 2015).
Republic Day Celebrated in Central University of Haryana (Jan. 26, 2015)
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MoU signed with CUTS
Institute for Regulation and
Competition, New Delhi, an
internationally renowned
NGO working in the field of
regulation and competitions.
MoU signed with
Centre for Social
Research, New Delhi an
internationally
renowned NGO
working on the women
related issues
Prof. U.P. Sinha attended VCs Conference with President of India (Feb. 4-5, 2015)
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Participation & Prizes by CUH Students: Two Students of MJMC Programme made CUH
proud by participating in India Today Conclave. Their participation was acknowledged by
Union Energy Minister Sh. Piyush Goyal at the ceremony held at Siri Fort Auditorium, New
Delhi. In another event, Students from MBA Programme won prizes in an Inter-University
Case Study Competition.
Prof. U.P. Sinha attended VCs Conference with President of India (Feb. 4-5, 2015)
Prize winning
students at India
Today Conclave
receiving prize
at New Delhi
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Visit to Cow Shelter
Vice-Chancellor (Acting) visited “Gou Ashram” situated at Mahendergarh for
understanding how rural economics is affected by the health of cows in India as
University proposes to start the Dept. of Rural Economics from the next Session. In
this cow-shelter, injured and handicapped cows are also looked after and provided
remedies.
Prize winning
students of Inter-
University Case
Study Competition