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AMU organizes a number of programmes on Sir Syed’s Bicentenary

ALIGARH April 18: The Bicentenary Celebrations at the Aligarh Muslim University, marking the 200^th birth anniversary of Sir Syed Ahmad Khan, have received a big fillip with a number of programmes on anvil, while a score of programmes have already been organized by different departments of study, halls of residence and offices.

A Bicentenary commemorative volume of essays, “Sir Syed Ahmad Khan, Muslim Renaissance Man of India”, edited by Prof. Abdur Raheem Kidwai, Director, UGC Human Resource Development Centre and Coordinator of the Bicentenary Celebrations Committee has been released on October 17 last. The commemorative volume, which features a total of 19 articles by noted scholars and researchers including David Lelyveld, Barbara Metcalf, Christian W. Troll, Charles Ramsey, Hafeez Malik, Gordon Campbell, Geoffrey Nash and Robert Ivermee, has been published by Viva Books, New Delhi with a foreword contributed by Prof. F.A. Nizami, Director, Oxford Islamic Centre.

Another book of Prof. Shafey Kidwai, titled “Sawanah-e-Sir Syd: Ek Bazdeed” was released recently while Dr. Rahat Abrar’s book “Sir Syed Aur Un Ke Muasreen” was released by the AMU Vice Chancellor at a commemorative programme.

The Centre for Interfaith Studies has also planned to bring out several books on Sir Syed and his tryst with different faiths during Aligarh Movement.

Meanwhile, the popular Urdu monthly, Jahan-e-Kutub, New Delhi, edited by Mohd Naseer Khan and Farooq Argali, has published a special number on Sir Syed, comprising 1176 pages, while the Tahzibul Akhlaq, an Urdu journal started by Sir Syed and the Fikr-o-Nazar, an Urdu quarterly, both published from the Aligarh Muslim University, have brought out special Sir Syed numbers to highlight the features and relevance of his educational vision and mission.

Prof. A R Kidwai, Coordinator of the Bicentenary Celebrations Committee, said that a series of lectures on the mission and thought of Sir Syed has been initiated at Halls of residence in AMU, local educational institutions in Aligarh and in the cities and towns associated with the great social reformer.

He said that a National Seminar on Sir Syed has been organized by the Urdu Academy of AMU in collaboration with National Council for Promotion of UrduLanguage and HRD Ministry, while another important National Seminar was organized on Sir Syed in collaboration with Sahitya Academy, New Delhi, under the stewardship of Prof M. Shafey Kidwai, Department of Mass Communication, AMU. A National Seminar on Sir Syed has also been organized by Director, Sir Syed Academy, AMU.

Prof. Kidwai said that the Public Relations Officer (PRO), Mr Omar S Peerzada and his team has initiated a lecture series to mark the historic celebrations beginning with a lecture on Gender Equality by Mr Gautam Bhattacharyya, Deputy Head of Mission, Embassy of Sweden, New Delhi, which was held at the Women’s College.

The AMU PRO ad his team also invited noted journalist and writer Mr. Saeed Naqvi to deliver a lecture on “Fair is Foul and Foul is Fair” on April 4, 2017 at the Cultural Hall, Maulana Azad Library. Meanwhile, another lecture oragnised by AMU PRO and his team by noted journalist and commentator Mr. Pankaj Pachauri is scheduled for April 22 next.

Prof. Kidwai pointed out that several art exhibitions have also been organized under the bicentenary celebrations. The Embassy of the Republic of Indonesia, New Delhi, in collaboration with the Public Relations Office, Moinuddin Ahmad Art Gallery and Department of Fine Arts, organized an exhibition of ‘Indonesian Folk Art Batik’ as part of the Sir Syed Bicentenary celebrations.

A highlight of the Bicentenary Celebrations has also been a project work by students, in which an interactive session between students and teachers of various faculties on the topic of, ‘Vision of Sir syed towards educational excellence and need to re visit his ideas’ took place. The programme also had deliberations on how to synchronize the energy of admin, teachers and students to elevate University and create a blitz to change the perception about AMU.  

An exhibition on "Sir Syed Ahmad Khan-Glimpses of the M.A.O. College and AMU" was held at Moinuddin Ahmad Arts Gallery while two other exhibitions were organizedat Ibne Sina Academy and the Maulana Azad Library.

Meanwhile, the Vice Chancellorof Aligarh Muslim University Lt Gen Zameer Uddin Shah has written a letter to AMU Alumni Associations, Muslim educational institutions and NGOs for setting up quality schools across the country.

The Vice Chancellor has also written a letter to the Heads of Departments of Urdu, Arabic and Persian across the country requesting them to organize Bicentenary programme in their respective institutions.

The Al-Barkaat Group of Institutions is opening schools in Khurja and Surat as part of commemorative initiatives under the Sir Syed Bicentenary celebrations.

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TPO (University Polytechnic) organises Workshop and Flying Show

Aligarh, April 18: The Training and Placement Office (TPO), University Polytechnic, Aligarh Muslim University has conducted a ‘One Day Workshop’ on ‘Design and Fabrication of Model Aeronautics as Future Aspect of Innovations in Aviation’. After the Workshop, TPO (University Polytechnic) with Haril Technoways Pvt Ltd also conducted a ‘Flying Show’.

Mr Shivan Shukhla, Integral University, Lucknow; Er Aswani Singh, CEO, New Addition UAV Solution Pvt Ltd; Er Syed Zeeshan Ahmad, Manager, Haril Technoways Pvt Ltd; Er Mohd Mohsin Khan, Associate Professor, MES, University Polytechnic, AMU; Professor Iqbal Ali and Er Mohd GUlam Waris Khan spoke on topics like basic Aero Modeling, R C Aircraft UAV and Drones and Paramotor Ultralight Aircraft. A video session on ‘demo model flying’ was also done during the workshop.

While the workshop took place at the Assembly Hall, University Polytechnic; the ‘Flying Show’ was done at the University’s Athletics Ground.

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TPO (General) with Dept of Chemical Engineering organises Counselling Workshop for scholars

Aligarh, April 18: In the first of its kind in the Aligarh Muslim University, the Training and Placement Office (General) in collaboration with the Department of Chemical Engineering organised a Counselling Workshop for research scholars with the objective to sensitize scholars on educational and job opportunities in India and abroad.

On the occasion, Mr Saad Hameed, Training and Placement Officer (General) pointed out that there is a misconception that scholars are already on the track without the need of any further guidance. He added that this workshop has been designed to provide the necessary guidance and motivation to research scholars for their career moves.  

Mr Hameed also spoke on the ways to develop personalities and managing day-to-day stress and study pressures for maintaining the necessary work rhythm.  

Meanwhile, Nasar Ata, Trainer from the British Council spoke on admissions in foreign universities, scholarships and criterion. He also deliberated in details on the various scholarships and university programmes available in the United Kingdom and other European and American universities. 

The organisers of the workshop have confirmed that a Counselling Group for research scholars shall be formed to provide long term and regular career guidance.

Dr Sadaf Zaidi, Associate Professor, Department of Chemical Engineering welcomed the Guests while Mr Sayed Mohammed Adnan hosted the programme.

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AMUSU to organise Mega Job Expo “RECRUFEST 3.0”

Aligarh, April 18: Aligarh Muslim University Students Union (AMUSU) will organise the third edition of Mega Job Expo “RECRUFEST 3.0” in Aligarh Muslim University on April 22 and 23 at the Cultural Education Centre (CEC) and the Union Hall. 

Graduates, post-graduates and scholars from various disciplines and courses from the University will actively take part in the Mega Job Expo. Meanwhile, the registration for participation in the Expo has been going as since April 4, 2017.

Speaking on the occasion, Mr Saad Hameed, Training and Placement Officer (General) stated that this event is organised entirely by the Aligarh Muslim University Students Union (AMUSU) in general and the student fraternity in particular. “Students associated with the organising committee have been working day and night to make this event successful,” said Mr Hameed. 

Mr Nabeel Usmani, Honorary Secretary, AMUSU said that the objective of the programme is to give favourable juncture and a platform to students for showcasing professional talents in the best ways. He added that the organising committee is focussed on bringing the most reputed companies along with guaranteeing the maximum number of recruitments.

Meanwhile, Barclays, Tata Chemicals, British Airways, IBM Concentrix, American Express, HCL, Genpact, HDFC Bank, Wipro, IBM Concentrix and many other companies have already given nod to participate in the Expo. The organisers have said that more than 50 companies will be a part of the event.

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Symposium held on Sir Syed in Delhi

ALIGARH April 18: The Idea Communications and Anjuman Taraqqi Urdu Hind organised a Symposium on Sir Syed to mark the Bicentenary Celebrations of Sir Syed Ahmad Khan at Urdu Ghar, Delhi. The Chairman of the bicentenary celebrations committee, Prof A R Kidwai presided over the symposium.

On this occasion, Dr Rahat Abrar, Director, Urdu Academy at AMU was felicitated for making significant contribution for promotion of Sir Syed's vision and mission.

Mr Arif Mohd Khan, Former Union Minister, Mr S M Khan, Director General and Registrar Newspapers of India (RNI), Mr V K Barnwal, noted Gandhian scholar, Padma Shri Prof S R Kidwai, President Anjuman Taraqqi Urdu Hind, Prof Farooq, former Chairman, Department of Orthopaedics, AIIMS, Dr Abdullah Abdullah from USA expressed their views on the occasion and highlighted the contributions of Sir Syed Ahmad khan in propagating modern education and Hindu-Muslim unity.

Mr Asif Azmi, Organiser of the Symposium conducted the programme.

A large number of AMU alumni were present on the occasion.

Ms Shahla Nawab honoured Dr. Rahat Abrar with a memento on behalf of her organisation, Mahfil-e-Sanam.

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AMU students and teachers to reach Jammu and Kashmir on Sadbhavna tour

Aligarh, April 18: As a part of Sadbhavna programme, at least 26 students from different faculties in Aligarh Muslim University with a group of four teachers have today left for the Kishtawar District of Jammu and Kashmir for a goodwill programme organised by the Rashtriya Rifles with an aim to promote people to people interaction between Jammu and Kashmir and other parts of India. The touring AMU students and teachers will stay in Kishtawar and its adjoining areas for one-week. 

While flagging off the tour, Aligarh Muslim University Pro Vice Chancellor, Brigadier S Ahmad Ali (Veteran) said that this is a reverse of the usual Sadbhavna programmes, in which people from Kashmir accompanied by the Army usually travel to different parts of India. “However today, a group of students and teachers from outside Kashmir will reach Kishtawar region on a Sadbhavna tour,” said Brigadier Ali.

While urging AMU students to represent the University in the best possible ways; the Pro Vice Chancellor said that upon reaching Kishtawar, AMU students will have an added responsibility of representing their Alma Mater and the student’s community in the best possible ways to the people of Kishtawar, Doda and Baderwah regions.

He also assured that the Army officers will host AMU students in the best ways. “On reaching Jammu, AMU students and teachers will be received by Army Officers and the AMU delegation will witness the excellent hospitality, which the Army has to offer,” said Brigadier Ali urging students to reach in time as the Army officers are known for their punctuality in time.  

The teachers in-charge of this one-week tour are Major Mohd Israil (Polytechnic), Dr Farooq Ahmad Dar (Unani Medicine), Er Mohd Mohsin (Polytcehnic) and Mr Najaf Ali Khan (Senior Secondary School, Boys).

Mrs Rizwana Ali, Professor Fareed Mehdi and AMU Public Relations Officer, Mr Omar S Peerzada was also present on the occasion.

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Murshidabad Centre concludes six-month computer typing, internet and MS Office course

Aligarh, April 18: The valedictory function of RAYSE AMU Murshidabad Academy’s six-month computer typing, internet and MS Office course was recently held in AMU Murshidabad Centre. Mr T Balasubramaniun (IAS), SDO, Jangipur attended the function as the chief guest, while Dr Badaruddoza, Director, Murshidabad presided over the function. 

During the programme, Mr Balasubramaniun spoke about the importance of mastering computer skills. He urged the students to start taking their studies seriously as competition is getting tougher day-by-day. He also congratulated the administration of the Centre for organizing outreach programs for the benefit of general masses.

Meanwhile, in the presidential address, Dr Badaruddoza congratulated the students for their achievement. He added that by sheer hard work, many students of this academy have started typing in the range of 35-40 words per minute.

Dr Badaruddoza further said that computer skills, which the students have learnt in the past six-months will increase their chances of employability and help them throughout their careers.   

While giving an introduction of the course; Dr Syed Atif Jilani, Course-Coordinator, informed that the Centre has decided to arrange English speaking classes and computer typing classes for all the students of the current batch.

Mr Shahid Latif, representative of RAYSE Academy informed that the Academy is currently running such courses in Delhi and Kolkata. Mr Sabir Ahamed, member of SNAP Academy said that the world is full of opportunities in different fields and students should try to grab them as per their interests in order to achieve success.

Dr Syed Atif Jilani conducted the programme, while Mr Asraful Islam Ansari proposed the vote of thanks. Ms Darakshan Nigar welcomed the guests.

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Dr Nasheed conferred 12^th Shah Waliullah Award

Aligarh, April 17: Dr Nasheed Imtiyaz, Assistant Professor, Department of Psychology, Aligarh Muslim University has been conferred the 12^th Shah Waliullah Award (Junior Category) on Media, Society and Indian Muslim by the Institute of Objective Studies, New Delhi in a special program.

The program was presided over by Ex Chief Justice AM Ahmadi who was also amongst the members of the selection board involved in the selection of awardees.   

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