A Round-up of the Kreaverse
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After a refreshing and essential trimester break, Krea University's vibrant community of students and faculty is back on campus, reinvigorated and ready for the next phase. Kreaverse, as we all know, has always been a space where the dedication to growth and the pursuit of knowledge never wanes. The academic calendar for this trimester looks promising, offering a well-rounded mix of academic and extracurricular engagements, exciting festivals, and insightful workshops. But at this moment, our collective focus is unwaveringly fixed on Admissions.
Admissions are now open for the 2 year MBA Programme and the 5 year Integrated BBA + MBA Programme at IFMR Graduate School of Business (GSB), Krea University, as well as for the undergraduate programme at the School of Interwoven Arts and Sciences (SIAS), Krea University.
While we seek aspiring Kreators from all corners of the world, it's equally inspiring to witness our current students excelling in their academic and professional endeavours. The results of the student government elections at SIAS have been announced, introducing the new student body members. At IFMR GSB, our students are actively pursuing placement and internship opportunities.
Parallelly, our faculty members, who excel in their areas of expertise and serve as role models, continue to earn recognition. They are chairing conferences, garnering accolades, and presenting well-researched papers at respected forums.
Within the heart of Krea, there is a profound energy stirring. For now, here's a glimpse of what unfolded in the Kreaverse this week. For more updates, please follow our social media channels. If you have any news or stories to share with the Krea community, reach out to us at all.commsteam@krea.edu.in.
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The Economics Society of Krea at SIAS, Krea University aims to promote a deeper understanding of Economics among its members by prioritising education, fostering knowledge co-creation, and encouraging critical engagement. It embraces a holistic economic approach, offering members exposure to a wide range of economic theories and perspectives.
The society seeks insights from diverse fields, enabling discussions on local and global issues. It serves as a networking platform, connecting students and scholars, and offers mentorship and tutoring programmes. The society conducts events and conferences encouraging holistic discussions and debates on economic issues. The society also serves as a suggestive body, identifying and addressing on-campus and off-campus issues through both intradisciplinary and interdisciplinary lenses. Essentially, the Economics Society of Krea is committed to enhancing the field of Economics education, fostering connections among members, and actively participating in addressing real-world economic challenges, thus significantly enriching the intellectual and social environment of the institution.
On Krea’s social media platforms, in the coming weeks, we will give you a glimpse of the significant work done by the Economics Society of Krea over the recent months.
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Recently, our very own Kreator, Naga Satish Pasupuleti, from SIAS, Cohort of 2025, achieved the remarkable feat of becoming the world's youngest person to conquer Mount Kilimanjaro twice in just three days. This has thrust him into the spotlight, earning him well-deserved certificates and recognition.
Adding another accolade to his list of achievements, Naga Satish Pasupuleti proudly represented Krea University as he received a certificate from the House of Kalam, Rameshwaram. This recognition stems from his participation in the Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Satellite Launch Vehicle Mission (AJAKSLV-23), which took place on February 19, 2023
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School of Interwoven Arts and Sciences (SIAS)
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Admissions to the undergraduate programme at SIAS, Krea University are now open. The programmes on offer are 4 year BA (Honours) and BSc (Honours) with an option to exit after three years with a BA or BSc degree. If you know someone who aspires to join Krea, here's where they can apply
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IFMR GSB's MBA and BBA + MBA
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IFMR GSB at Krea University offers two unique programmes to prepare a new generation of leaders fit for the futuristic world of business and management. One at the undergraduate level and another at the postgraduate level.
Admissions to the 5 year Integrated BBA+MBA Programme and 2 year MBA Programme at IFMR GSB, are open. If you would know anyone interested in the programme, please direct them to the Krea University website for further information.
Click here to apply for MBA
Click here to apply for BBA
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The Krea Open House has successfully toured Chennai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Mumbai, Kolkata and New Delhi. The Outreach Team at Krea University, along with students, walked the participants through all things Krea and the undergraduate programme offered by SIAS at Krea University.
The Mumbai Chapter, held on October 15 at IMR Marg, Churchgate, had Ms Meenu Arora, Associate Director of Outreach at SIAS, and Arshad Sheikh, Senior Manager of Outreach at SIAS, engaging with students and parents.
The Kolkata Chapter, conducted on October 15 at Kenilworth Hotel, saw the participation of Mr C Krishnan, Director of Outreach, Admissions & Financial Assistance at SIAS; Dr Kalyan Chakrabarti, Associate Professor of Biological Sciences and Chemistry and SIAS Associate Dean (Students); and Leonard Rozario, Regional Manager of Outreach at SIAS, who interacted with students.
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The Delhi Chapter, which took place on October 21 at India International Centre, featured
Mr C Krishna, Director of Outreach, Admissions & Financial Assistance at SIAS, as well as
Ms Meenu Arora, Associate Director of Outreach at SIAS, Harminder Mehndiratta, Assistant Manager of Outreach at SIAS and K Vedant Oswal, a Krea student envoy and a third-year Economics major.
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Do you know someone who aspires to join Krea and wants to tour the Krea campus? Ask them to register to visit Krea's sprawling campus at Sri City, and experience the academic and residential facilities on offer, first-hand
Register here
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Of Celebrations and Camaraderie
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IFMR GSB at Krea University celebrated Durga Puja with great enthusiasm on Sri City campus. Each day began and ended with the melodious notes of Durga Puja aarti, a sacred ritual invoking the goddess' blessings. The celebrations reached their pinnacle on saptami and dashmi when a special lunch was organised, treating students to delectable feasts. The campus came alive on garba night as students danced in colorful attire, reviving cultural traditions with fervour.
Adding to the festivities, students delighted everyone with dhunuchi naach, showcasing their talent in the art of dance with incense burners in hand. The grand finale was the visarjan ceremony held at the serene Pulicat Lake, accompanied by the rhythmic beats of dhol and the vibrant hues of sindoor, bidding a heartfelt adieu to the goddess and marking the end of celebration on campus.
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Sayantan Datta, Faculty Teaching Associate, Krea Centre for Writing and Pedagogy (Krea-CWP) has won the 13th Laadli Media and Advertising Award for their investigative story titled Indian Science Institutes’ Curious Penchant for Gendered Hostels.
This story is being recognised for its "outstanding investigative reporting on arbitrary rules around gender segregation in Indian science institutions, and how segregated housing impacts institutional cultures, sexualises friendships, hampers collaboration, and excludes transgender, gender non-conforming and gender non-binary persons. In their story, they argue that gendered housing in science institutions is a way to educate students in compulsory heterosexuality.”
Read here
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Say Hello to the Core committee (2023-2024) of the Sports Club at SIAS
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The SIAS Sports Club at Krea University is thrilled to introduce the new members of its core committee. Furthermore, they have revealed the details of the upcoming SIAS Football Leagues for the 2023-2024 season, including the roster of participating men's teams and players, as well as the women's teams and their respective players.
For more updates, follow their Instagram handle here
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Dr Anannya Dagupta, Director, Krea Centre for Writing and Pedagogy (Krea-CWP), has authored a research paper titled The Feminist De-brahmanising Pedagogy of Writing, published in Sage Journals.
Read here
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Dr Suresh Govindapuram, Assistant Professor of Economics at IFMR GSB, Krea University has authored a paper titled Financial Inclusion and Its Impact on Fertility: An Empirical Investigation, which was published in the Indian Journal of Human Development in Sage Journals.
Read here
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Valedictory Event for Waycool Participants
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The valedictory function for the Waycool emerging leaders programme, LEAP - Cohort of 2023, took place on October 25 at Krea University city office. Key leaders from Waycool Foods and Products such as Mr Karthik Jayaraman, Co-Founder and Managing Director, Mr Shyamsunder Anandhan, Lead - Business Transformation and LEAP programme custodian, and Ms Reshma Suresh and Mr Dorothy Selvam, LEAP programme managers, graced the occasion.
The event was chaired by Prof Balasubramanian G, Senior Professor and Advisor - Finance, Accounting & Quantitative Finance, IFMR GSB, Krea University. Other senior faculty members, who taught in the programme such as Prof N Chandrasekaran, Professor, Operations Management, IFMR GSB, Krea University and Dr Jayaraman, Associate Professor - Finance, Accounting & Quantitative Finance, IFMR GSB, Krea University were present.
Prof Balasubramanian welcomed the participants and spoke about the genesis of IFMR GSB as an institution built for working professionals to upskill and continue to learn new concepts through use cases and updated academic and industry research. He added that the faculty at IFMR GSB will be happy to guide the participants of the LEAP programme by addressing their challenges as they grow in the organisation, and invited them to engage with the Institution for research, internship and consulting support.
Participants shared their nostalgic memories of returning to campus after a decade of work and learning new skills relevant to their roles and careers. The 180-hour LEAP programme aimed to enhance leadership competencies through top-notch faculty, industry experts, and experiential learning.
Graduates received the LEAP executive certificate of participation, marking a significant milestone in their learning and careers.
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Assistive Technology for Selective Learning Disabilities
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Krea University's Inclusive Learning Support Office (ILS) and Xavier's Resource Center for the Visually Challenged (Xrcvc) invite you to a virtual workshop titled Cornered by Words on October 28 from 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm. This workshop will explore the assistive technology options for individuals with selective learning disabilities.
Register here
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Prevention of Sexual Harassment and Sexual Misconduct
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The HR department at Krea University is conducting a session on the topic Preventing Sexual Harassment and Sexual Misconduct by advocate Chethana V on October 30, from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm at Krea University's city office. During the session, participants will gain insights into various key aspects, including an introduction to the POSH Act, a detailed explanation of Krea's policy on the matter, practical guidance on how to file a complaint and navigate the inquiry process, and a concise overview of other relevant Indian laws related to sexual harassment.
Remote employees can join here
Log in with your Krea mail ID to access Krea’s POSH policy here
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If you have time this weekend, please do check these productions and publications from the recent past, give them a listen, watch or read.
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NMR in the pursuit of Science by Dr N Chandrakumar
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