Glocal University

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Glocal University
The Glocal University- Logo.png
MottoGlobal canvass, local colours [1]
Shaping global minds[ citation needed ]
TypePrivate
Established2012
Academic affiliation
 UGC, AIU, NCTE
Vice-Chancellor P. K. Bharti [2]
Location
Saharanpur
,
Uttar Pradesh
,
India

30°15′30″N77°37′21″E / 30.2583°N 77.6224°E / 30.2583; 77.6224
Website www.glocaluniversity.edu.in

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]

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Facilities

Campus

Glocal's self-contained [5] 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. [5]

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. [7]

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. [8]

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. [9]

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. [9]

Hostels

Glocal University is a residential campus, [4] with separate in-campus hostels for males and females. [10] 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. [10]

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, [11] cricket and football fields, [11] table tennis equipment, [11] a running track, and a swimming pool. The university's well-maintained landscaping also encourages outdoor activities.

Administration

Leadership

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On 27 August 2013, Dr. Amir Ullah Khan discussed economics in India as a panelist in Washington, DC.

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

The academic council consists of Dr. Kashi Balachandran, [12] Dr. Rajiv Kumar, [13] Syed Safawi, [14] 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 Technology

The Glocal School of Technology comprises the B.Tech program, [15] the Department of Computer Science, [16] and the Department of Natural & Applied Sciences. [17] Together, the School of Technology awards the following degrees:

School of Business and Commerce [18]
School of Law

The School of Law offers two 5-year integrated programs: [19]

LLB LLM

School of Life and Allied Health Science [20]
School of Pharmacy [21]
School of Nursing [22]
School of Paramedical [23]
Inactive schools

The former School of Education & Research [24] 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.

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References

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  2. ↑ "Leadership". Glocal University. Retrieved 19 January 2023.
  3. ↑ "University: Private University". University Grants Commission: Universities & Colleges. University Grants Commission New Delhi, India. Retrieved 12 November 2013.
  4. 1 2 3 "Why Glocal". Glocal University. Retrieved 25 March 2015.
  5. 1 2 "Letter from Academic Council". Glocal University. Archived from the original on 2 April 2015. Retrieved 25 March 2015.
  6. 1 2 "Campus Overview". Glocal University. Archived from the original on 14 March 2015. Retrieved 25 March 2015.
  7. ↑ "Classrooms". Glocal University. Retrieved 25 March 2015.
  8. ↑ "Laboratories". Glocal University. Retrieved 25 March 2015.
  9. 1 2 "Library". Glocal University. Retrieved 25 March 2015.
  10. 1 2 "Accommodation". Glocal University. Retrieved 25 March 2015.
  11. 1 2 3 "Sports Facilities". Glocal University. Retrieved 25 March 2015.
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  16. ↑ "Glocal School of Technology: Department of Computer Science". Glocal University. Archived from the original on 14 March 2015. Retrieved 25 March 2015.
  17. ↑ "Glocal School of Technology: Glocal School of Natural & Applied Sciences". Glocal University. Archived from the original on 4 April 2015. Retrieved 25 March 2015.
  18. ↑ "Glocal School of Business and Commerce". Glocal University. Archived from the original on 4 April 2015. Retrieved 25 March 2015.
  19. ↑ "Glocal School of Law". Glocal University. Archived from the original on 21 March 2015. Retrieved 25 March 2015.
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  22. ↑ "Glocal School of Nursing". Glocal University. Archived from the original on 14 March 2015. Retrieved 25 March 2015.
  23. ↑ "Glocal School of paramedical". Glocal University. Archived from the original on 14 March 2015. Retrieved 25 March 2015.
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