Glocal University Explained

Glocal University
Motto:Global canvass, local colours[1]
Shaping global minds
Established:2012
Type:Private
Vice Chancellor:P. K. Bharti[2]
City:Saharanpur
State:Uttar Pradesh
Country:India
Coor:30.2583°N 77.6224°W

Glocal University is a private and coeducational institution located in Saharanpur, Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated in the foothills of Shivalik mountains. The university is a non-profit university established by the Uttar Pradesh Private Universities Act, 2011, (U.P. Act no. 2 of 2012) and is recognized by University Grant Commission.[3] In keeping with its vision of Global canvass, local colours, the school's name is a portmanteau of "global" and "local".[1] The university's 6 major schools offer more than 35 undergraduate, post-graduate, and professional courses.[4] In 2023, Glocal signed an MoU with Noida based MEKO Health Care Pvt. Ltd. The collaboration aims to enhance the learning support system for healthcare professionals in India and globally by sharing resources for effective upskilling and vocational programs, focusing on digital learning, hands-on training, awarding certifications, degrees, diplomas, and fellowships and sharing infrastructure and technical expertise.[5]

Facilities

Campus

Glocal's self-contained campus is spread across 350 acres.[4] It is situated close to the urban industrial cities of Saharanpur and Dehradun, on the Dehradun-Saharanpur Road.[6] The university is approximately a two hours by car from Dehradun's Jolly Grant Airport.[6]

Glocal University is a part of the Grand Peak Group.[7]

Classrooms and laboratories

Glocal's teaching spaces include classrooms, larger lecture halls, and an amphitheatre. They are equipped with multimedia equipment to aid in instruction.[8]

Glocal's engineering laboratories are located in a separate block from the classrooms. They are designed to encourage experimentation, practical application of classroom concepts, and independent work. The lab facilities are used for practical experiments and during academic tests. The laboratories are accessible at all times, although students must sign up for lab time in advance.[9]

Library

The library is a central support to the university's teaching, learning, and research programmes. Its facilities are available for students, faculty members, and university employees.[10]

Its collection includes CDs and DVDs; books on engineering, science, bioinformatics, humanities, social sciences and mass communication; and copies of research publications. The university is also expanding its holdings through an online portal to major libraries around the world.[10]

Hostels

Glocal University is a residential campus,[4] with separate in-campus hostels for males and females.[11] The overall capacity for each hostel is 1030 students. Each room is equipped with bed, study table with chair, and almirah. As a whole, the hostels are equipped with air conditioning, RO-filtered drinking water, an uninterrupted power supply, wireless internet, television sets in common rooms, 24-hour security (with special attention to female residents), gymnasium facilities, medical facilities and a bank.

Meals are prepared on-campus under the supervision of a dietician and professional manager. Cuisines include Indian, Chinese, and European.[11]

Athletics

The institute provides coaches and physical facilities for students to keep them engaged and physically fit. The Glocal campus includes basketball and volleyball courts,[12] cricket and football fields,[12] table tennis equipment,[12] a running track, and a swimming pool. The university's well-maintained landscaping also encourages outdoor activities.

Administration

Leadership

Dr. P K Bharti is the Vice Chancellor of the Glocal University Saharanpur (Uttar Pradesh)

The academic council consists of Dr. Kashi Balachandran,[13] Dr. Rajiv Kumar,[14] Syed Safawi,[15] and Prof.(Dr.)Rizwan Ahmad. The university's advisory group constitutes a mix of policy makers and experts in their respective disciplines.

Campus placements

The university has a placement office for students, headed by Indrajit Gupta. Other members of the office consist of alumni from the Indian Institutes of Management and distinguished individuals from industrial, media and legal sectors.

The institute has strong ties with the corporate sector. Internships are available with noted Indian and international companies.

Academic profile

Curriculum

The curriculum allows students to switch between courses and disciplines. This ensures flexibility and exposure to learning.

Exchange programs with foreign universities also offer Glocal students a first-hand experience of global trends.

Accreditation

The Glocal University is approved by the University Grants Commission (UGC), the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE), and the Bar Council of India (BCI).

Departments and courses

The institute has major schools for instruction in technology, business and commerce, law, and health sciences. Each school has various courses to offer.

Glocal School of TechnologyThe Glocal School of Technology comprises the B.Tech program,[16] the Department of Computer Science,[17] and the Department of Natural & Applied Sciences.[18] Together, the School of Technology awards the following degrees:
School of Business and Commerce[19] School of Business and Commerce
School of LawThe School of Law offers two 5-year integrated programs:[20]
School of Life and Allied Health Science[21] School of Life and Allied Health Science
School of Pharmacy[22] School of Pharmacy
School of Nursing[23] School of Nursing
School of Paramedical[24] School of Paramedical

Research Programs

Source:[25]

Engineering and Technology

Arts & Humanities

Commerce & Management

Inactive schoolsThe former School of Education & Research[26] previously awarded post-graduate degrees in Guidance and Counselling, Educational Management and Leadership, and Education.

The former School of Media & Cultural Studies previously awarded undergraduate and post-graduate degrees in Media Studies and Media/Cultural Studies.

External links

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Vision & Mission . Glocal University . 25 March 2015.
  2. Web site: Leadership . Glocal University . 19 January 2023.
  3. Web site: University: Private University . University Grants Commission: Universities & Colleges . University Grants Commission New Delhi, India . 2013-11-12.
  4. Web site: Why Glocal . Glocal University . 25 March 2015.
  5. Web site: MoU: MEKO Health Care . Glocal University- In May 2023, Glocal University and Meko Healthcare Pvt. Ltd. entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to collaborate and promote quality education in the healthcare sector. . 17 May 2023.
  6. Web site: Campus Overview . Glocal University . 25 March 2015 . https://web.archive.org/web/20150314230406/http://glocaluniversity.edu.in/campus/overview . 14 March 2015 . dead .
  7. Web site: Letter from Academic Council . Glocal University . 25 March 2015 . https://web.archive.org/web/20150402102054/http://glocaluniversity.edu.in/8-website-pages?start=8 . 2 April 2015 . dead .
  8. Web site: Classrooms . Glocal University . 25 March 2015.
  9. Web site: Laboratories . Glocal University . 25 March 2015.
  10. Web site: Library . Glocal University . 25 March 2015.
  11. Web site: Accommodation . Glocal University . 25 March 2015.
  12. Web site: Sports Facilities . Glocal University . 25 March 2015.
  13. Web site: Kashi R. Balachandran – Professor Emeritus of Accounting . NYU Stern: Faculty & Research . Leonard N. Stern School of Business, New York University . 12 November 2013.
  14. Web site: Dr. Rajiv Kumar, Secretary General, Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce & Industry (FICCI) . National Innovation Council . Office of Adviser to the Prime Minister . 12 November 2013 . https://web.archive.org/web/20111020025215/http://www.innovationcouncil.gov.in/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=83:dr-rajiv-kumar-&catid=6:members&Itemid=2 . 20 October 2011.
  15. News: Research: Stocks: Bharti Airtel Ltd: People: Executive Profile, Syed Safawi . BloombergBusiness . Bloomberg L.P. . 2013-11-12.
  16. Web site: Glocal School of Technology: B.Tech . Glocal University . 25 March 2015 . https://web.archive.org/web/20150314222630/http://glocaluniversity.edu.in/schools/2014-12-03-11-55-22/glocal-schools-of-technology . 14 March 2015 . dead .
  17. Web site: Glocal School of Technology: Department of Computer Science . Glocal University . 25 March 2015 . https://web.archive.org/web/20150314222337/http://glocaluniversity.edu.in/schools/2014-12-03-11-55-22/glocal-school-of-computer-science . 14 March 2015 . dead .
  18. Web site: Glocal School of Technology: Glocal School of Natural & Applied Sciences . Glocal University . 25 March 2015 . https://web.archive.org/web/20150404001717/http://glocaluniversity.edu.in/schools/2014-12-03-11-55-22/school-of-natural-applied-sciences . 4 April 2015 . dead .
  19. Web site: Glocal School of Business and Commerce . Glocal University . 25 March 2015 . https://web.archive.org/web/20150404003350/http://glocaluniversity.edu.in/schools/glocal-of-business-and-commerce . 4 April 2015 . dead .
  20. Web site: Glocal School of Law . Glocal University . 25 March 2015 . https://web.archive.org/web/20150321082613/http://www.glocaluniversity.edu.in/schools/glocal-school-of-law . 21 March 2015 . dead .
  21. Web site: School of Life and Allied Health Science . Glocal University . 25 March 2015 . https://web.archive.org/web/20150314225941/http://glocaluniversity.edu.in/schools/glocal-school-of-life-and-allied-health-science . 14 March 2015 . dead .
  22. Web site: Glocal School of Pharmacy . Glocal University . 25 March 2015 . https://web.archive.org/web/20150314230001/http://glocaluniversity.edu.in/schools/glocal-school-of-pharmacy . 14 March 2015 . dead .
  23. Web site: Glocal School of Nursing . Glocal University . 25 March 2015 . https://web.archive.org/web/20150314230001/http://glocaluniversity.edu.in/schools/glocal-school-of-nursing . 14 March 2015 . dead .
  24. Web site: Glocal School of paramedical . Glocal University . 25 March 2015 . https://web.archive.org/web/20150314230001/http://glocaluniversity.edu.in/schools/glocal-school-of-paramedical . 14 March 2015 . dead .
  25. Web site: 2024-02-06 . Research Overview - glocalnew . 2024-06-04 . en-US.
  26. Web site: Glocal School of Education . dead . https://web.archive.org/20140329023647/http://www.glocaluniversity.edu.in:80/schools/glocal-school-of-education-research . 29 March 2014.

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