Tumkur University to confer Honorary Distinguished Professorship on HH The 14th Dalai Lama

HH The 14th Dalai Lama

Tumkur University will confer Honorary Distinguished Professorship on His Holiness The Dalai Lama on 27^th November 2012 during the inauguration of International Conference on ‘Yoga in Education’ at Tumkur University.  His Holiness will inaugurate the international conference at 10.00 am on November 27 and deliver a talk on “Human approach to World Peace”. Besides, Tumkur University and Sara Jey Monastic University will sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU).

His Holiness Dr. Sree Sree Sree Shivakumara Mahaswamiji of Sree Siddaganga Mutt, Tumkur will grace the occasion. Prof. H. R. Nagendra, Vice Chancellor, S-VYASA Yoga University, Bangalore, Dr. Apathukatha Shivathanu Pillai, Distinguished Scientist & Chief Controller, Research & Development, DRDO, Ministry of Defence, New Delhi and CEO & MD, BrahMos Aerospace, New Delhi, Dr. P. Sadananda Maiya, Chairman, Maiya’s Beverages & Foods (p) Ltd, Bangalore will be the chief guests. Prof. S. C. Sharma, Vice Chancellor, Tumkur University will preside. Prof. D. Shivalingaiah, Registrar, Tumkur University, Geshe Lobsang Delek, Abbot, Sera Jey Monastic University, Dr. Sudheer Deshpande, Registrar, S-VYASA University will be present.

His Holiness the 14^th Dalai Lama is the most revered spiritual leader who has set a standard for the rest of the spiritual leaders in promoting world peace.  Since 1959, His Holiness has received over 84 awards including the Nobel Peace Prize, honorary doctorates, prizes, etc., in recognition of his message of peace, non-violence, inter-religious understanding, universal responsibility and compassion.  His Holiness has also authored more than 72 books.  Tumkur University, in recognition of His Holiness’ scholarship and relentless service to humanity, is conferring Honorary Distinguished Professorship.

About the International Conference on 'Yoga in Education' 

The Conference is being organized jointly by Tumkur University and S-VYASA Yoga University, Bangalore, at Tumkur University on November 27 and 28, 2012. About 1000 delegates including eminent educationists, Yoga experts, Yoga researchers, senior Yoga teachers, policy makers and students from across the country and abroad will take part in this ambitious event.

The conference is an attempt to explore the possibilities of new avenues and opportunities for the advancement of Yoga in education. The multi-track conference has been planned on three major themes, viz., Yoga in Primary and Secondary Education, Yoga in Higher Education and Yoga as a Professional Education.

The Conference aims at recapping the ancient view of science and education apart from defining the modern view of science and education, preparing a national policy on Yoga in Education and discussing the effects of yoga practice with the tools of modern science. There will be a post-conference workshop at S-VYASA Campus in Bangalore from November 29, 2012 to December 5, 2012.

National Conference on 'Communication for Development & Social Change: Exploring Future Avenues'

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NAAC 'A' Grade for University College of Arts & University College of Science, Tumkur

Yes! It's again jubilation on Tumkur University's campus... We have done it. Both the Constituent Colleges of Tumkur University - University College of Arts and University College of Science - have been re-accredited with 'A' grade by NAAC (National Assessment and Accreditation Council).



University College of Arts, Tumkur



As per the results of the 61st Executive Committee Meeting of the NAAC published on its official website on September 15, 2012, the University College of Arts, Tumkur, has got A grade with 3.12 CGPA (Cumulative Grade Point Average) while the University College of Science, Tumkur, has also got A grade with 3.14 CGPA.

Separate NAAC Peer Teams had visited both the colleges in August 2012. The Peer Team with Prof. S. K. Chaturvedi, Former Pro-Vice Chancellor, CCS University, Meerut, UP (Chairperson), Rev. Fr. Isaac Padinjarekuttu, Principal, Oriens Theological College, Mawlai, Shillong, Meghalaya (Member Coordinator), Prof. Dipak Kumar Sharma, Former Director, College Development Council, Gauhati University, Assam (Member) had visited University College of Arts from August 16 to 18, 2012.

 

University College of Science, Tumkur



Another Peer Team with Prof. Sudarshan Nanda, Former Vice Chancellor, North Orissa University (Chairperson), Prof. M. Krishnaiah, Professor from Sri Venkateswara University, Tirupathi (Member Coordinator) and Dr. Kavitha Rege, Principal, Sataye College, Mumbai (Member) had visited University College of Science from August 27 to 28, 2012.

The Peer Teams assessed the institutes on seven different criteria, viz., Curricular Aspects, Teaching-Learning-Evaluation, Research-Consultancy-Extension, Infrastructure & Learning Resources, Student Support and Progression, Governance and Leadership, and Innovative Practices. The experts panel had appreciated the colleges for their extraordinary strengths in all the criteria especially in Teaching-Learning and the Research Potentials.

The Arts and Science Colleges had been accredited with B+ and B grade respectively in 2003. The re-accreditation of both the colleges with 'A' grade has added a feather to their caps.

National Conference on 'Communication for Development and Social Change: Exploring Future Avenues'

We are again before you with a unique conference. Karnataka State Higher Education Council (KSHEC), Bangalore in association with Tumkur University, Tumkur will organize a National Conference on 'Communication for Development and Social Change: Exploring Future Avenues' at KSHEC Conference Hall, Palace Road, Bangalore on September 29, 2012. The conference will witness the participation of academicians, researchers, communication experts, media professionals and students from across the country. You may follow the following link in Tumkur University's website for details:  http://tumkuruniversity.in/index.php/conferences2012/ 

About the Conference

Communication plays a paramount role in the process of development. The world is passing through an era of communication, with rapid expansion in the reach of mass media, and improved techniques for the interpersonal exchange of ideas. Mass media have emerged so powerful in the recent decades that individual and social lives have become almost unimaginable without their presence. Mass media are indispensable in the developmental process too. Media today is not just something that can be simply classified into print and electronic; it has got multiple dimensions with the emergence of the satellite era.  Hence the conference aims to explore the future avenues of development and social change through the lens of mass media.

Topics for discussion

• Development as news value: Media’s modern perspective
• Commercialization of media and changing priorities
• Information and Communication Technology for development
• Justice for underprivileged: The role of mass media
• Media’s coverage of environment: Constraints and opportunities
• Communication strategies for agricultural extension and rural development
• Strengthening rural voice through community radio
• Reinventing Indian models for sustainable development

Call for papers

Research papers on any theme of the Conference are invited for presentation during the Conference. Student participation in the Conference will be highly appreciated. The abstract of papers, not more than 300 words, may be sent to Padmanabha K. V., Organizing Secretary [journalismtut@gmail.com] on or before 10th September 2012. The papers for the presentation will be accepted only after a thorough scrutiny and peer review.  Concerned authors will be intimated regarding the selection of their papers by 12th September, and they need to submit their full papers by 20th September 2012.  

Governor Dr. H. R. Bhardwaj Releases International Research Journals and Newsletter by Tumkur University



(Above) Dr H R Bhardwaj, His Excellency the Governor of

Karnataka releasing 'International Journal of Social Sciences and

Humanities' at Raj Bhavan on June 22, 2012. Dr S C Sharma,
VC, Prof D Shivalingaiah, Registrar, Sri N Lakshmikanth,
Registrar (Evaluation), Dr M Jayaramu, Director, PG Studies
are seen. (Below) Release of 'International Journal of Science
Research'. Seen are editorial members.

Dr. Hans Raj Bhardwaj, His Excellency the Governor of Karnataka and the Chancellor of Universities released three publications of Tumkur University, namely, ‘International Journal of Science Research’, ‘International Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities’ and ‘Tumkur University Newsletter’ at Raj Bhavan, Bangalore on June 22, 2012.

In a brief address after the release of the journals and newsletter, Dr. Bhardwaj wished the publications a great success. He expressed his pleasure over the successful endeavors by Tumkur University, saying that the varsity has recorded a remarkable growth both in terms of physical infrastructure and research input.

Dr. S. C. Sharma, Vice Chancellor, Prof. D. Shivalingaiah, Registrar, Sri. N. Lakshmikanth, Registrar (Evaluation), Dr. M. Jayaramu, Director, PG Studies, Tumkur University thanked His Excellency for his continued support to the University. Prof. P. Paramashivaiah, Dean, Faculty of Commerce and Management, Tumkur University, Dr. R. G.  Sharathchanra, Editor, International Journal of Science Research (IJSR), Dr. Shripad Bhat, Editor, International Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities (IJSSH), Dr. Priya Thakur, Coordinator of the Editorial Office, IJSSH, Sri. Padmanabha K. V., Editor, Tumkur University Newsletter and Dr. Nagabhushana H., Coordinator, Department of Studies and Research in Physics, Tumkur University were present on the occasion.



Dr H R Bhardwaj, His Excellency the Governor of Karnataka

having a look at 'Tumkur University Newsletter'. Dr S C Sharma,
VC, Prof D Shivalingaiah, Registrar, Sri N Lakshmikanth,

Registrar (Evaluation) look on.



The publication of two international journals with ISSN is a unique and giant step by Tumkur University in promoting research and development and providing a platform for researchers to publish the results of their research. 



His Excellency releasing the first issue of the Newsletter on
an earlier occasion at Raj Bhavan. (From left) A. Rupesh Kumar,
Editorial Coordinator of the Newsletter, Dr S C Sharma,
VC, Tumkur University, Dr Azzeddine Driouich from the University
of Rouen are seen.

IJSR is an international interdisciplinary quarterly journal reporting on rapid publication of original contributions on forefront research in fundamental and applied areas of science. International Journal of Science Research will provide acceleration to innovative research in the area of science. 

IJSSH is an international interdisciplinary biannual journal which promises well-researched and thought-provoking research papers regarding recent trends in Commerce & Management, Arts, History, Political Science, Economics, Languages, Literature and other allied areas.

Tumkur University Newsletter is an initiative by the University to mirror its activities in the fields of teaching, research and extension, published once in three months.

Tumkur University to release 40 books

It would certainly be a proud moment for Tumkur University to release 40 books at a time. Dr. V. S. Acharya, Minister for Higher Education, Planning and Statistics, Muzrai and IT/BT will dedicate the books at a function scheduled to be held on January 23, 2012 on the varsity campus.  

 
The books have been published under the Kannada Bhashabhivruddhi Yojane of Government of Karnataka, sanctioned to Tumkur University. Tumkur University is perhaps the only university that has completely utilized Rs One Crore grant from the government released under the said scheme.

Tumkur University Vice Chancellor Dr. S. C. Sharma will preside over the book release function, while Registrar Prof. D. Shivalingaiah will be present. Dr. D. V. Paramashivamurthy, Chairman, Dr. D. V. Gundappa Kannada Adhyayana Kendra, Tumkur University will make a presentation on the books being released.

Here is a list of the 40 books to be released.

Tumkur Jilleya Asadigala Baduku mattu Samskruti
Tumkur Jilleya Karapala Mela
Samvahanatmaka Adhyayanadalli Janapada Kalegalu
Tumkur Bhagada Bidisalagada Ogatugalu
Tumkur Jilleya Janapada Kalegalu mattu Kalavidara Parichaya
Tumkur Jilleya Shaktidevategalu
Tumkur Jilleya Pradarshana Kalegalu

Author of all the above 7 books: Kantalagere Sannahonnaiah

Tumkur Jilleya Chitrakale
Author: David

Kannada Telugu Bhasha Samyate
Samskrutika Veeraru Mattu Mahasatiyara Lavanigalu
Author of the above two books: Kenkere Hanumanthe Gowda

Tumkur Mattu Chitradurga Jillegala Tatvapadakararu
Author: Dr Nataraja Budalu

Tumkur Jilleya Janapadiya Nelegalu
Author: Dr Chikkanna Yennekatte

Tumkur Jilleya Mahila Lekha Loka
Author: Dr Geetha Vasanth

Pragathi Pathadalli Vinashada Ratha
Baduku Badalisida Paryaya Krishi Margagalu
Author of above two books: Poornaprajna Beluru

Acharya Vinobabhaveyavara Adhyatmika Chintanegalu
Author: Dr K. Rajeevalochana

Kabeer Sahityada Prastutate
Author: R P Hegade

Kavyabhyasa
Author: Dr. Siddhagangaiah Holatal

Sahaja Anandakke Maharshi Ramanara Marga
Author: Prashanth J C

Tumkur Jilleya Patrikodyama
Author: Sibanthi Padmanabha K. V.

T V Kapalishastrigala Siddhanjana
Author: Dr Jayanthi Manohar

Nanna Drushtiyalli Jeevana
Author: Prabhu Ganadhala

Sreevijayaprabhutam Kavirajamargam
Author: Dr T V Venkatachala Shastri

Karnatakada Sahyadri Bettagalu
Tumkur Jilleya Sthalanamagalu
Author of the above two books: Dr Sripad Bhat

Kanunu Jari Bagegina Chintanegalu
Author: Dr S T Ramesh

Navyottara Marga
Author: Dr Raghuram

Kadugollaru
Author: Dr P M Gangadharaiah

Kadugollara Samskrutika Veeraru
Author: Dr S. Shivanna

Tumkur Jilleya Kotegala Samskrutika Olanotagalu
Author: Dr Mudduveerappa

Padartha Sampada
Author: S. Karthik

Shashana Manthana
Ithihasa Manthana
Author of the above two books: Dr. P V Krishnamurthy

Bhagvan Buddhana Dhammapada
Devachandrana Kannada Bashe mattu Samskruthi
19ne Shatamana: Bhashe-Samskruthi Samvada
Author of the above three books: Dr G B Harisha

Savayava KrishiAuthor: G. Shivananjaiah Balekai

ChandotsavaAuthor: Venkatareddy Ramareddy

Nalkaneya HadiAuthor: Kiran H. B.

Oushadhiya Sasyagala Atmakatheya Suttamutta
Author: Dr. V. R. Padmanabha Rao

University College of Arts begins 15-day personality development course

  

Sree Veereshananda Saraswathi Swamiji inaugurating the ceremony.
Sri N Lakshmikantha, Registrar (Evaluation) Tumkur University,
Dr Paramashivaiah, Dean, Faculty of Commerce, TU,
Sri T N Hariprasad, Principal, University College of Arts are seen.

University College of Arts launched a series of personality development programmes for the benefit of its students on January 9, 2012. The Career Guidance Cell of the college in collaboration with the UGC-funded Equal Opportunities Centre has taken initiative of organizing this 15-day long special event.

Inaugurating the programme, Sree Sree Veereshananda Saraswathi Swamiji of Sri Ramakrishna Vivekananda Ashrama, Tumkur, observed that personality development should be the sole aim of education.

Character and good conduct are at the core of one’s personality. Personality development is a fundamental requirement of any human being in the changing world scenario, he noted.

“Unlike a section of the society propagates, youth are not useless but they are used less; they are not hopeless, but they are hoped less,” the seer stressed.

He emphasized that personality development was not a single event, but a process that took place in different phases. This process requires sufficient training and guidance, he added.



Student delegates at the inaugural ceremony.



Piousness should become the basis of one’s life. One should be ever ready for any kind of sacrifice for the sake of his ideologies. Students should practice strict celibacy in order to enhance their intellect and perseverance, Swamiji said.

In his presidential address, Sri N. Lakshmikantha, Registrar (Evaluation), Tumkur University, said personality development was necessary for all human beings in the contemporary society.

Dr. Paramashivaiah, Dean, Faculty of Commerce, Tumkur University, was the chief guest. Sri T. N. Hariprasad, Principal, University College of Arts, delivered introductory remarks and welcomed the guests. Padmanabha K. V., Convener, UGC Affairs Cell of the College, compered the ceremony. Sri Ravi C. M., Coordinator, Career Guidance Cell of the College proposed a vote of thanks.