A Round-up of the Kreaverse
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Classrooms that make you think, mentors that make you question the status quo, peers that give you courage for honest debates, an ecosystem that makes you rethink your assumptions of this world, an environment that helps you create meaningful experiences and knowledge that helps you create connections between disparate ideas — the Krea learning experience is a sum of all these significant nuggets.
In a world that has long forced fear-based survival, the value of the knowledge gathering journey has diminished. Moving away from this bias, we are working at an education that allows undertaking thrilling challenges while also honing the students with practical skills. Lessons that encourage synergy between disciplines, cross-fertilisation of ideas, and fuel active imagination, creativity and critical thinking. An education that truly liberates the mind, actuates our ability to make meaning and appreciate distinct perspectives while creating responsible citizens of the world.
This month, as we kickstart admissions for the next cohort of passionate young minds who will be joining the Kreaverse soon, it only feels right to reinstate our vision in how we have re-imagined education and its delivery over the past five years as a university. If you would know of anyone interested to be part of this unique learning journey, please direct them to our Admissions section.
Like all other weeks, this week too, the Krea community continued to steer initiatives that steer this vision forward. For real-time updates, please do follow us on our social media channels. If you have stories or news to share with the Krea community, we invite you to connect with us at all.commsteam@krea.edu.in
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Krea University is now accepting applications for the BA (Honours) & BSc (Honours) Programmes at SIAS (School of Interwoven Arts and Sciences), and the Integrated MBA and the MBA Programmes at IFMR GSB (Graduate School of Business). Please circulate the portal links among aspirants: BA (Honours), BSc (Honours), Integrated MBA, and MBA Programmes.
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The IFMR/Krea ecosystem is a hub that brings together a group of pioneering research and impact centers dedicated to addressing some of the world's most pressing challenges. In this spirit of collective action and innovation, we are launching an annual event, Synergy, in February 2025, which will bring our community together to connect, ideate and address pressing societal issues.
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This is a call for KREAtive minds from within the IFMR/Krea community to design a logo that captures the essence of Synergy — a visual identity that reflects our event’s mission, spirit and objectives. The winning logo will be featured prominently on all promotional materials, digital platforms and official communications for Synergy, providing a great opportunity for you to leave your mark on this prestigious event.
Access guidelines here
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Publication in Employee Relations: The International Journal
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One of the research works by Dr Neelam Nakra, Assistant Professor of OB & HR, IFMR GSB, Krea University co-authored with Dr Vaneet Kashyap, Assistant Professor, IIT Tirupati has been accepted for publication in Employee Relations: The International Journal.
Titled Interactive Effects of Sustainable HRM, Career Adaptability, and Career Sustainability on Employee Well-Being, the study utilises the lens of conservation of resources theory to examine the impact of sustainable HR practices in achieving sustainable employee outcomes. The journal is ranked B in ABDC ranking and Q1 as per Scopus with SJR 0.89.
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A research article co-authored by Professor Shanti Pappu, Visiting Professor in Archaeology and History, SIAS, Krea University has been published in ESPL (Earth Surface Processes and Landforms) Wiley Online Library.
The Thar Desert, India has desert pavements comprising angular-subangular to well-rounded gravels at marginally higher elevations than the surrounding terrain. Sedimentological and geomorphic analyses suggest that the pavements are lags of weathered Mesozoic and older bedrock.
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The presence of Palaeolithic artefacts on the pavement surfaces and occasionally within their matrix was used to infer their antiquity and landscape stability. Titled, Cosmogenic 10Be- and 21Ne-based model exposure ages of desert pavements in the Thar Desert, India, the study presents the first surface exposure ages based on cosmic-ray-produced 10Be and 21Ne for pavements at four sites in the Thar Desert, viz Bhojka, Hamira, Solanki and Jayal. Read more
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Editorial Article in the Indian Journal of Ethics
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An editorial article by Sayantan Datta, Assistant Professor of Practice, Krea-CWP (Centre for Writing and Pedagogy) has been published in the Indian Journal of Medical Ethics. In the editorial titled, Beyond Anxiety: Autonomy and Harm Reduction Approaches to DIY Hormone Replacement Therapy, Sayantan discusses the implications of the prevalence of DIY Hormone Replacement Therapy practices for transgender persons, the medical ecosystem and the relationship between the two. Drawing upon the principles of harm reduction and patient autonomy, they recommend against blanket anxieties around DIY practices, instead suggesting simultaneous bolstering of efforts to bridge the gap between transgender people and medical practitioners, and the wide dissemination of HRT-related knowledge to transgender people, particularly those further marginalised by poverty and a lack of formal education. Read More
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Dr Sushant Raut, Assistant Professor of Physics, SIAS, Krea University was a convenor of the neutrino physics group at the XVII International Conference on Interconnections between Particle Physics and Cosmology (PPC 2024) organised at IIT Hyderabad from 14-18 October, 2024. The conference included talks and posters on experimental and theoretical aspects of the Standard Model of particle physics, beyond Standard Model searches, astrophysics and cosmology.
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Professor Madhuri Saripalle, Professor, Economics and MBA Chairperson, IFMR GSB, Krea University has penned an article in The Hindu, titled, Looking into our export basket. The article examines the export share of India’s top exporting industries from 2017-18 to the first quarter of 2024-25, covering both pre- and post-Covid years and concludes that India’s export landscape has undergone significant shifts in this time periods, with certain industries emerging as clear gainers while others have seen decline or stagnation. The article firmly suggests the need for export diversification and an effort to sustain growth in high-performing sectors. Read more
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Sensitisation Session for Support Staff
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ILS (Inclusive Learning Support) team organised a sensitisation session focused on gender and sexuality for the support staff on 10 October, 2024. The event featured two interactive sessions, facilitated by Siva, Regina, Naveen and Clara, a four-member team from the NGO Nirangal, based in Chennai. This initiative aimed to foster a deeper understanding of these topics, promoting a more inclusive environment within the campus. Conducted primarily in Tamil, the sessions included translations in Hindi and Telugu, ensuring accessibility for all participants.
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The discussions started with a thorough examination of common stereotypes related to gender and sexuality. The facilitators encouraged participants to critically evaluate why certain beliefs and norms are often accepted without question, even in the face of numerous counterexamples observed in nature. They also discussed the existing rights and laws to protect the minority community. This dialogue prompted staff to reflect on their own assumptions and the societal influences shaping their views.
In addition to addressing stereotypes, the facilitators shared their personal journeys, detailing the challenges they have encountered throughout their lives. Their stories offered valuable insights into the complexities of navigating societal expectations and biases, providing a powerful backdrop for the discussion. The support staff actively engaged in the sessions, posing thoughtful questions about the facilitators' experiences and the ways they cope with challenges in their everyday lives. This discussion was an opportunity for participants to gain a deeper understanding of the implications of gender and sexuality issues.
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Study Abroad Kickoff Sessions
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CSO (Career Services Office) organised a series of sessions led by Tripti Singh, Postgraduate Admissions Head, The Red Pen designed to set students on the path to success. Held from 15-17 October, 2024, the virtual sessions focused on study abroad timeline, planning summers effectively, deep diving into effective college research, identifying the best-fit programme and university and writing an impactful Statement of Purpose.
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Manipuri Dance Performance
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In collaboration with SPIC MACAY, OSL (Office of Student Life) is organising a captivating Manipuri dance performance by the esteemed Dr Sinam Basu Singh and Monika Devi on 22 October, 2024, at SH3, Krea University campus between 6.45 pm-8.00 pm.
Dr Sinam Basu Singh and Konjengbam Monika Devi are noted Manipuri dancers who hail from the state of Manipur. Dr Sinam Basu Singh is the first male dancer to receive Sangeet Natak Akademi Ustad Bismillah Khan Yuva Puraskar for Manipuri dance, and is a choreographer at the Progressive Artist Laboratory. Konjengbam Monika Devi is an Artistic director of Ukhal Dance Theatre, Imphal.
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Nari Adalats in India: Observations from the Field
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A talk on Nari Adalats in India: Observations from the Field will be delivered by Dr Debdatta Chowdhury on 23 October, 2024 in SH2 at the Krea University campus between 2:30-4:30 pm IST. Dr Debdatta Chowdhury is an Assistant Professor in Gender Studies at the Centre for Studies in Social Sciences, Calcutta. The talk is organised by the Sociology and Anthropology division.
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Welcome to Decoding Disciplines - The Krea Way, where we break down the unique academic approach of IFMR GSB, Krea University. In this episode, we have Dr Swayam Sampurna Panigrahi, Assistant Professor, Operations, IFMR GSB, Krea University explaining the philosophy and pedagogy of the Operations Management area at IFMR GSB. Join us as we explore the Krea Way of learning and gain a deeper understanding of the Operations Management area at IFMR GSB. View more
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Chapters in Mental Well-Being
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A team from Krea University and the Schizophrenia Research Foundation (SCARF) recently presented their research at the International Symposium on Student Life at GITAM University, Bengaluru. Presenters from Krea University included Amanjit Kaur Ahuja, Director of Student Services; Aparna Raghavan, in-house counsellor; Diya Ahuja, Alum, SIAS Cohort 2024, SIAS; and Dr Shiva Prakash Srinivasan, consultant psychiatrist from SCARF. Aparna Raghavan takes us through the study.
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The beats of the dhol, the swirl of colourful attire and the joy of dancing together made Garba Night an unforgettable celebration for the students at Krea. Catch a glimpse of the night, here
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Nine students from the MBA programme at IFMR GSB take us through their internship experiences through the Summer of '24. In this episode, hear from Divyansh Singh.
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