CUK holds Academic Council meeting

Ganderbal, Apr 22: The  Central University of Kashmir (CUK) today convened its 16th Academic Council (AC) meeting at Tulmulla Campus with Vice-Chancellor, Prof A Ravinder Nath in chair, a press release said.

Reaffirming the university’s commitment to academic innovation and inclusive education, Vice-Chancellor, Prof A Ravinder Nath, in his opening address to the members, highlighted the University’s continuous academic and research advancements, and emphasized CUKashmir’s unwavering commitment to align with National Education Policy 2020 (NEP-2020), citing numerous structural reforms, academic policy revisions in the recent academic sessions.

He also presented key initiatives rolled out during the current academic session. He introduced student-centric policies that echoed the university’s motto of accessibility, excellence, and innovation, to the Academic Council members.

Prof A Ravinder Nath said, "Earn While Learn" scheme marks a ground-breaking shift in student engagement, allowing students to gain work experience and financial support while continuing their studies. As Academic and Outreach Interns the students will get work experience in varied fields “from library assistants to tech support roles and campus services, students now have access to meaningful work engagements that promote self-reliance, time management, and real-world skills,” he said. The Council while approving the same hailed this move as a “win-win” for both institutional efficiency and student empowerment.