MDS University is gearing up for several significant events and announcements, creating anticipation among students, faculty, and stakeholders. Among these, the application process for the position of Vice-Chancellor stands out as it is pivotal for the university's future direction.
The search committee has officially invited applications for the next Vice-Chancellor of MDS University, noting the deadline for submission is set for March 4. Candidates are required to meet specific criteria: they must have served as a professor for at least ten years at either a university or accredited college, or hold relevant academic administrative experience equivalent to this requirement. The advertisement released by the university indicates a maximum age limit of 67 years for the applicants. This position, which will be filled for a term of three years or until the candidate reaches the age of 70, whichever occurs first, is currently overseen by Acting Vice-Chancellor Professor Kailash Sodhani.
The previous Vice-Chancellor, Professor Anil Kumar Shukla, completed his tenure on November 26 of last year, leading to the interim appointment of Sodhani, who has been tasked with guiding the university until the new Vice-Chancellor is appointed. Applications must be submitted electronically by 11:59 PM on March 4 and followed up with hard copies to be delivered to the university by March 11, 5 PM.
Additional news from MDS University includes the confirmation of its 12th convocation ceremony, scheduled for March 29. This event is set to be presided over by Professor Arvind Pareek, who has been designated as the convocation officer. Registrar Priya Bhargav has confirmed these arrangements under the directions of Vice-Chancellor Kailash Sodhani.
Historically, MDS University has celebrated its achievements through convocation, and this year’s ceremony continues this tradition, recognizing the hard work and dedication of its graduates.
Students preparing for their Postgraduate (PG) examinations will also be pleased to know the admit cards for the exams starting on March 5 have been issued. These examinations will include courses such as MA Political Science, MA Public Administration, MA English, and MA History. The students are advised to check their respective departments for more details.
Overall, the upcoming events and the announcement of leadership changes highlight MDS University's commitment to academic excellence and the continuous growth of its educational programs. The university community anticipates these transitions will pave the way for enhanced academic initiatives and engagement.