Excelsior Correspondent
JAMMU, Sept 14: The Department of Environmental Sciences, Central University of Jammu, organized Aurora-2025, its orientation programme.
In his presidential remarks, CUJ Vice Chancellor, Prof Sanjeev Jain appreciated the efforts of the faculty and motivated students of the department to pursue excellence in their academics through devotion, dedication, sincerity and smart hard work with innovative approach.
Earlier in the programme, Dr Ankit Tandon, Associate Professor of the department gave an insightful orientation address covering vision, faculty diversity, facilities available and programs offered by the department.
Thereafter, Prof Richa Kothari highlighted the significant achievements of the department in diverse areas such as research, publications, fellowships, collaborations, curriculum innovations including value-added, skill enhancement and ability enhancement courses, as well as departmental initiatives like Ecogiri, workshops, and conferences.
Sharing his words of wisdom, Prof Deepak Pathania, Senior Faculty, Department of Environmental Sciences, encouraged the students to balance academic pursuits with co-curricular engagements, while also reflecting on responsibilities and personal growth.
A formal welcome address was delivered by Dr Shweta Yadav, Associate Dean, International Affairs, Warden, SB Girls Hostel.
Head of the Department Prof Richa Kothari felicitated the Vice Chancellor, Prof Sanjeev Jain and other dignitaries .
This was followed by an impressive and comprehensive student-led presentation by Tanya Chander (M Sc Semester III), showcasing the department’s activities.
Prof Sunil Dhar, Dean School of Life Sciences, in his remarks, emphasized the importance of perseverance and dedication.
A key highlight of the event was the launch of the departmental magazine Envirosphere (Paryavarnia Sameeksha), released by the VC along with the faculty members and the editorial team, marking yet another milestone in the department’s academic journey.
The programme concluded with a vote of thanks proposed by Dr Dinesh Kumar, faculty of the department.
The event was witnessed by students, research scholars and non-teaching staff of the department with vibrant participation.
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