BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Kumaraguru College of Liberal Arts & Science (KCLAS) - ECPv6.16.3//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.kclas.ac.in X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Kumaraguru College of Liberal Arts & Science (KCLAS) REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Asia/Kolkata BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0530 TZOFFSETTO:+0530 TZNAME:IST DTSTART:20230101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20240629T080000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20240713T170000 DTSTAMP:20260729T133329 CREATED:20241007T003443Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241007T004918Z UID:6713-1719648000-1720890000@www.kclas.ac.in SUMMARY:KCLAS Students at University of LEEDS DESCRIPTION:Exploration is the cornerstone of learning and growth. The students of KCLAS\, recently embarked on a journey that took them across hemispheres\, sparking their intellectual curiosity and broadening their horizons. The Leeds International Summer School\, hosted by the University of Leeds\, was an exhilarating blend of academic rigor\, cultural immersion\, and personal discovery. This experience was not merely an educational opportunity but a catalyst that fostered new friendships\, offered global perspectives\, and inspired innovative solutions. \n This Summer program was rich with diverse academic pathways. Some of them plunged into the intricacies of “Entrepreneurship and Society: Ideas\, Opportunities\, and Value Creation\,” where they dissected social entrepreneurial concepts and learned to harness opportunities. Others explored “Conflict Analysis in International Politics: Causes\, Negotiation\, and Resolutions\,” delving into the complexities of international relations and conflict resolution. Each course was designed to stretch their intellectual boundaries and challenge their perspectives\, ensuring that their time at the summer school was both profound and enriching. \n Upon the culmination of their academic adventures\, they embarked on a series of explorations through the UK. Edinburgh’s historic streets\, the serene beauty of the Lake District\, and the bustling energy of London provided a backdrop to their journey. These explorations were more than just sightseeing; they were lessons in managing the logistics of travel\, adapting to new environments\, and embracing the unexpected. \n This journey was a powerful testament to the value of learning beyond traditional classroom settings. It underscored the essence of a liberal arts education\, one that values diverse experiences\, fosters critical thinking\, and encourages holistic development. Their adventure was not just a series of events but a narrative of growth\, discovery\, and the joy of expanding their worldviews. URL:https://www.kclas.ac.in/event/kclas-students-at-university-of-leeds/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240702 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240704 DTSTAMP:20260729T133329 CREATED:20240712T071423Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240712T074031Z UID:6237-1719878400-1720051199@www.kclas.ac.in SUMMARY:School of Management & ICRIER DESCRIPTION:KCLAS School of Management is happy to announce that we hosted the Pilot survey on UPI Penetration and its usage conducted by Indian Council for Research and International Economic Relations (ICRIER) a renowned Policy Think Tank and Non-profit organisation https://icrier.org/A team of researchers from ICRIER who lead the research on Digital Economy\, Dr.Mansi Kedia\, Senior Fellow https://icrier.org/people/dr-mansi-kedia/\, Dr.Aarti Reddy\, Fellow (Consultant) https://icrier.org/people/dr-aarti-reddy/ Ms.Krithika Ramnath\, Research Assistant\, https://icrier.org/people/ms-krithika-ramnath/ conducted interviews and focus group discussions with various stakeholders on 2nd and 3rd July 2024. They were accompanied by our faculty team and 28 student volunteers from different disciplines (23 BBA & BBA IB students\, 2 Data Science students\, 2 Psychology students and 1 from MSW). The data collection involved interviews and focus group discussions with Households\, Shop keepers\, Self Help Groups\, E-sevai Maiyam representatives\, Traders Union members\, MSME members\, Employees at GD Weiler Pvt. Ltd.\, and Bank officers. URL:https://www.kclas.ac.in/event/school-of-management-icrier/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240714 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240715 DTSTAMP:20260729T133329 CREATED:20240716T052823Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240716T071132Z UID:6261-1720915200-1721001599@www.kclas.ac.in SUMMARY:SWAGATHAM 2024 DESCRIPTION:KCLAS Inducts 7th Batch of Students During SWAGATHAM 2024 \n\nKumaraguru College of Liberal Arts and Science (KCLAS) welcomed a total of 477 students across 11 undergraduate programs during KCLAS SWAGATHAM 2024 on Sunday. \n\nThis marks the entry of the 7th batch of students to the Kumaraguru campus since its inception in 2018. The freshers’ day\, celebrated as SWAGATHAM\, is an event organized to welcome the first-year students along with their parents. \n\nThe event featured Dr. Vijila Edwin Kennedy\, Principal of Kumaraguru College of Liberal Arts and Science (KCLAS)\, who welcomed the freshers. Shri Shankar Vanavarayar\, Joint Correspondent of Kumaraguru Institutions\, delivered the presidential address. \n\nKCLAS is rooted in the philosophy of Liberal Arts education\, offering broad-based education for holistic development with an in-depth understanding of the chosen discipline. The curriculum is designed to provide students with the knowledge and abilities to become successful\, productive members of society. \n\nWhile rooted in foundational tenets\, KCLAS looks forward to the fast-changing economy and society. Our vision is to become a progressive\, research-focused institution that instills a passion for lifelong learning and moulds young people to impact the world. \nDr Vijila Edwin Kennedy\, Principal\, Kumaraguru College of Liberal Arts and Science\nAcknowledging the trust parents have placed in the college\, she talked about the college’s rich heritage as part of the Kumaraguru Institutions founded in 1984. She highlights the various institutions under the group and emphasizes the benefits of being part of a larger educational ecosystem. \n\nShe mentioned the growth of the college since its founding in 2018 and expresses pride in the achievements of its alumni. Delving into the profile of the incoming students\, she congratulates them for their academic achievements and mentioned the presence of student leaders\, achievers in extracurricular activities and sports\, and scholarship recipients. \n\nShe also talks about the personality profiling done on the students and emphasizes the importance of utilizing each other’s strengths for a successful learning experience. \n\nWelcoming the parents\, she requested them to partner with KCLAS and allow their businesses to serve as learning laboratories for the students. She also shared interesting statistics on why parents chose this college for their children. \n\nShe concluded by assuring the students of a strong focus on both formal and informal learning. She mentioned the importance of experiential learning through volunteer work\, leadership roles\, and real-world projects. She emphasizes the college’s core values of character-building and highlighted its commitment to the holistic development of the students. Finally\, she expressed her appreciation for the faculty\, administrative staff\, and everyone who contributed to the event. \nShri Shankar Vanavarayar\, Joint Correspondent\, Kumaraguru Institutions\nHe welcomed the freshers\, faculty\, and parents to Kumaraguru College of Liberal Arts and Science (KCLAS) and highlighted KCLAS’s place within the larger Kumaraguru Institutions and its 40-year legacy of excellence in education. He emphasized that KCLAS is committed to providing students with a well-rounded education that includes both academics and extracurricular activities. \n\nHe said education is about transformation\, not just degrees and jobs. A liberal arts education is about cultivating the freedom to think\, write\, and question. He emphasized that this freedom comes with responsibility\, and students must take ownership of their learning. \n\nHe spoke about the importance of KCLAS’s legacy\, which is built on Kumaraguru founder Dr N Mahalingam’s vision of social transformation through education. He emphasized that the college’s purpose is to empower students to become agents of positive change. \n\nHe also highlighted the importance of co-curricular and extracurricular activities in a student’s development. He stressed that beyond academics\, students should explore their passions\, hobbies\, and interests. He also emphasized the importance of maintaining a healthy lifestyle for optimal physical and mental well-being. \n\nHe concluded by emphasizing the importance of character and values. He stated that KCLAS is an environment where students can develop strong ethical principles and a sense of respect for others. \n\nThe Vote of Thanks was delivered by Dr. Sheela Srivastava\, Associate Director – Office of Student Affairs (OSA) concluding the event. URL:https://www.kclas.ac.in/event/swagatham-2024/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240729 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240806 DTSTAMP:20260729T133329 CREATED:20240729T081115Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240730T083659Z UID:6374-1722211200-1722902399@www.kclas.ac.in SUMMARY:KCLAS LIBERAL EDGE WEEK 2024 DESCRIPTION: URL:https://www.kclas.ac.in/event/kclas-liberal-edge-week-2024/ END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR