Amity University Gurgaon Students visited National Brain Research Centre (NBRC), Manesar

The industrial visit of Amity University Gurgaon students  to National Brain Research Centre (NBRC), Manesar was held on 17th March, 2015 and it was headed by Dr. S.K.Ray, Mr. Yashil Handa, Ms. Sakshi Sethi and Ms. Apoorva Chaudhary. Firstly, an overview about all the ongoing projects and research work in NBRC was given. After which research fellows briefly explain about specific ongoing projects which includes:

1. Research on permanent and temporary memory leading to stimulation of specific nerve cells or chemicals to alter the working and storage capacity of brain.

2. Research on AIDS virus and its further effects on human brain leading to short term memory loss i.e. Dementia.

3. Specimens of human brain were shown.

4. The working of MRI machine was shown and briefly explained. They briefed about different angles, color codes, 3D view and frequency variation of the final image.

The overall experience of the visit helped in increasing practical knowledge.

Seminar on Die Casting Technology Organized By: ASET- MAE

The Dept of MAE , Amity University Gurgaon in collaboration with India Lead Zinc Development Association organised a seminar on Die Casting Technology on 13th of March 2015. Key-note address on Die Casting Technology and Markets was delivered by Mr L Pugazhenthy, Executive Director, ILZDA.

Mr Sanjeev Verma of Associated Technocrats delivered lecture on Hot and Cold Chamber Die casting.

During discussion with the Hon. VC Mr Pugazhenthy suggested that the students and faculty members should be taken to nearby die casting units. Mr Pugazhenthy promised to facilitate the visit. Hon VC expressed that 3D printing technology could pose a potential threat to die casting industry. Mr Pugazhenthy also handed over important literature related to die casting to Prof Ashok K Raghav, Head MAE Dept.

During the lectures Prof Raghav found that certain topics such as cooling of the dies using water possess immense research potential.

Mr Sanjeev Sharma proposed the vote of thanks after the end of the session.

Art of write up Scientist papers- FDP for Engineering & Science Department, Amity University, Gurgaon

 Department of Computer Science and Engineering has organized an expert lecture by Dr. Sanjay Sen Gupta, Principal Scientist (CSIR) and Editor (JSIR) on “ Roles and activities of CSIR –NISCAIR and art of writing Scientific papers” . About 60 faculty members from engineering and Sciences department were present to attend this Guest Lecture. The lecture includes different activities of CSIR-NISCAIR such as publications and disseminations of science and technology through different journals and magazines. Dr Sen also address audience about JSIR (Journal of Scientific Industrial Research), the oldest journals of CSIR-NISCAIR which deals in diverse areas of science and technology. He also brings in front the important skills that are required for writing a technical paper. He also pointed out the importance of impact factor, Web of sciences, citations etc. He also gives guidelines how to select suitable journals and how to write good technical research papers. He also motivated the faculty members to pursue quality research in science and Technology. 

Charles Correa Foundation conducted Architectural Conference "The Z Axis”

Organized by Charles Correa Foundation ‘The Z-Axis’ is an annual conference held on the 20th, 21st and 22nd of March 2015 at Kala Academy, Goa. A group of 10 students attended the conference and had one to one discussion with world renowned architects.

Guest Lecture on University of Northampton

About 300 Students of from ABS, ASET, ASFDT and ACON attended the brief presentation given by Mr.Puneet Malhotra on the various new programs being initiated by Amity in partnership with University of Northampton. After an interactive session by Mr. Marut, Mr. Puneet apprised the students of the possibility of getting a degree from the University of Northampton while they were pursuing a major duration of their Course here at Amity Campus Gurgaon and an year abroad at Northampton.

Brochures for various courses were shared with the students.

Google Fare 2015

28 Degree North is a Corporate Fest specially targeting Corporates in Gurgaon. It was held on 13th, 14th and 15th March 2015.

Students from ASCO, ACC and BBA were invited on the inaugural day. Amity University Gurgaon was the only University that was representing a student body. There were special sessions with Mr.Rajan Anandan, CEO, Google India, Mr. Sanjeev Bikhchandani, Founder and EX. Vice Chairman, Naukri.com. There was an interesting session “careers with a twist” and the panelists were Elephant design founder and musician Mr. Shouvik Roy,Reckitt Benckiser CEO Nitish Kapoor, and Ad man Swapan Seth. The students interacted with all the panelists.

Also the morning session saw participation of corporate in Quiz, Music competition, Photography exhibition, gaming and open house.

Inaugural Lecture of Webinar Series

The inaugural speech was given by Dr. Mohit Soni

The inaugural lecture of Webinar Series organized by Department of Chemistry, ASAS, AUH, was held on 27th March 2015 at A-Block 2nd floor seminar hall. The students from different streams of Applied Science & B.Tech (Computer Science) attended the lecture along with the faculty members from Applied Science (about 150 students & 30 faculty members were present). Among the dignitaries present were Professor SMP Khurana (Director, AIB), Professor J.K. Mehta (ASCO, AUH), Dr SeemaPathak (HOD, Department of Chemistry, ASAS, AUH). The inaugural speech was given by Dr. Mohit Soni (Assistant Professor, Department of Chemistry/Biochemistry/Forensic Science, ASAS, AUH).

WEBINAR SERIES INAUGURAL LECTURE

BAUSCH + LOMB mastermind programme at Amity University

Bausch +Lomb, the category leader in eye care and contact lens segment in India has taken industry initiatives to upgrade the contact lens related skills of optometry students in India. Bausch+ Lomb training program is to equip the optometry students with contact lens expertise and soft skills and make them market ready. The training programme called MASTER MIND in campus program is conducted at 4 universities only in the country .It consists of 30 hours of lectures and hands on sessions which is distributed in form of six modules.

Experts from Bausch Lomb conducted lectures and tutorial session for each module. After completation of each module student had to appear for online examination. The Professional services team leader of Bausch Lomb was Mr. Pushpendra Rana.

Final certification examination of mastermind training program held on 26th of March 2015 at Department Of Optometry and Vision Science at Amity University, Gurgaon. External examiner a senior practitioner was invited for the conduction of the exam.

12 undergraduate and 3 post graduate optometry students appeared to final examination of Bausch+Lomb contact lens certification course. 3 students did not appear as they were out of town for their internship.

Post- training student feedbacks

Session was well organized and well executed. Manuals handouts helped the students to understand the issue being discussed. Facilitator from Bausch+Lomb cleared all the doubts that arouse.

HOD feedback

The training is a prestigious certificate which helps improves skills in contact lens fitting and student are prepared well for the market.

Students of Amity school of Engineering & Computer Science Visited Network Bulls

The department of Computer Science and Engineering organized a one day industrial visit to Network Bulls, B-11, old DLF, Sector -14, Gurgaon-122001 on 12th March, 2015 for B.Sc(IT), MCA and M.Sc(NTM) students. Total 33 students along with 4 faculty members visited the company.
Network Bulls being a pioneer in the networking training industry believes in imparting high end technological training which helps students in gaining practical exposure via real Cisco devices and live equipments promoting innovative ideas leading to elevated professional growth. Their winning idea is to train student on latest technologies. Network Bulls has been winner of many back to back education excellence awards.

Company offers all new CCIE Security Version 4, CCIE R&S Version 5 and CCIE Collaboration training on real Cisco devices. They are first choice of Indian and overseas students for CCIE Training in India.

TAI Quiz competition_ASFDT

In ASFDT department, a quiz was organized by TAI (Textile Association of India) on 27th March

2015.

Mrs. Shweta Bhargava and Mr Vikas Bhargava (Director, Ichiban Manufacturing Company Pvt Limited) were the judges for this event on behalf of TAI at Amity University, Gurgaon

Total 23 students participated in the quiz and the winner was Ms Meenu from 2nd year

Students later on gave feedback that such events help them to judge themselves and helps in creating more competitive environment among themselves. The event brought students from different years on same platform and was a nice learning experience.

Exciting Excursion to Taj Mahal, Agra

Office of International Affairs organized excursion trip to Taj Mahal, Agra on 28th March 2015. The trip was organized with a focus to promote Internationalization at Amity University Gurgaon and enriching the experience of International students.

The one day excursion trip to Taj Mahal, presented an opportunity to all foreign students to learn and explore more about Indian culture and Indian traditions. Students from various countries like Afghanistan, Congo, and Nepal registered for the excursion.

Students felt amazed by the purity of the tombs white marble, the exquisite ornamentation, precious gemstones used and its picturesque location. Students were quite motivated after knowing the history of Taj Mahal and felt privileged to visit one of the Seven Wonders of the World.

Students also interacted with localities at Taj Mahal and felt an instant connect with India.

Health Education Programme conducted by Amity University Gurgaon

Health education programme conducted by Department of Pediatric Nursing, Amity College of Nursing, Gurgoan

Amity College of Nursing conducted health education programmes under the pediatric nursing department at pediatric wards at ESIC Hospital Manesar and Gurgaon, Haryana in the month of February 2015.The health education was given to the parents of the children those admitted in Pediatric ward on various topics:
1. valueof play
2. oral rehydration
3. immunization
4. worm infestation
5. weaning

The selected students of B.Sc. Nursing VIth Sem. were involved to deliver the selected topics in order to give awareness and knowledge to the parents regarding the above mentioned topics.

The students delivered the health education under the guidance of Mr. Surendra Sharma and Mr. Girish H., Assist. Professor,Amity College of Nursing

The post presentation discussion sessions were conducted and all the questions or queries were answered. The participants expressed that the health educations were very informative and beneficial to them. They also remarked that these sessions had strengthened their knowledge and reduced their stress and anxiety in taking care of their children’s.

They are looking forward for many more health education programmes like this in near future.