CHRIST (Deemed to be University), Pune Lavasa Campus

The Centre for Academic Professional Support (CAPS), Pune Lavasa Campus, in collaboration with the School of Commerce, Finance & Accountancy, is organizing an intellectually stimulating academic session titled “Global Perspectives on Business, Entrepreneurship, and Sustainable Leadership.” This programme is designed to provide students and faculty with valuable international insights into contemporary business practices, entrepreneurial ecosystems, and leadership approaches that emphasize sustainability and long-term impact. In an increasingly interconnected global economy, businesses today operate in dynamic environments shaped by technological advancement, cultural diversity, environmental responsibility, and ethical governance. This session aims to bridge the gap between theory and practice by exposing participants to global viewpoints on how organizations innovate, grow, and lead responsibly in a rapidly changing world. The event underscores the importance of developing entrepr...

Across generations, stories, values, and lived experiences form a bridge that connects people in profound and meaningful ways. Recognizing the importance of these connections, the School of Psychological Sciences at CHRIST (Deemed to be University), Pune Lavasa Campus, in collaboration with the National Institute of Social Defence (NISD) under the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, organized a One-Day Awareness and Sensitization Programme on Promoting Intergenerational Bonding on 6th February January 2025. The initiative is part of an ongoing five-month Intergenerational Bonding Series, designed to foster empathy, emotional understanding, and mutual respect between young adults and senior citizens. This month’s programme brought together 80 enthusiastic BBA students and 22 elder community members, creating a warm, reflective space where generations could engage in dialogue, share stories, and appreciate the richness of collective wisdom. The event was graced by Academic Coordi...

The School of Business & Management (MBA), Christ University, Pune Lavasa Campus, in association with the Centre for Social Action (CSA), organized a guest talk on “Idea to Impact – Lessons from Building a Woman-Led Enterprise with Social Impact”, with a focused emphasis on Microfinance as a tool for women’s economic empowerment, on 06 February 2026, from 02:00 PM to 03:00 PM, at the Auditorium, Central Block. The session was delivered by Dr. Medha Purao Samant, Founder and CMD of Annapurna Parivar, a pioneering woman-led organization in the microfinance and community development sector. The objective of the talk was to provide MBA students with practical insights into the role of microfinance in promoting financial inclusion, entrepreneurship among women, and sustainable rural development. The programme began with a formal welcome address by the faculty coordinator, who emphasized the relevance of microfinance in the contemporary financial ecosystem and its growing importance in i...

The School of Business and Management (MBA), Christ (Deemed to be University), Pune Lavasa Campus, in collaboration with the LiFE Financial Literacy Programme , Centre for Social Action (CSA)and South Indian Bank has successfully conducted the Jan Dhan Suraksha Abhiyan – A Rural Financial Literacy and Inclusion Initiative in the Bhoini and Dasve villages of the Lavasa region. The initiative aimed to strengthen financial literacy, promote banking inclusion, and enhance awareness of government-backed social security schemes among rural households.The first level training session for MBA students and B.com(LIFE)students were conducted on 29/01/2026 as part of the Financial Literacy Program (Pradan Mantri Jan Dhan Suraksha Abhiyan). The final outreach programme was organized on 8/02/2026  to address the continued gap between the availability of financial inclusion schemes and their effective utilization at the grassroots level. Although schemes such as the Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojan...

The Centre for Academic and Professional Support (CAPS), CHRIST (Deemed to be University), Pune Lavasa Campus, in collaboration with the School of Business and Management – BBA, successfully organised a multi-activity academic engagement centred on the theme “Family Business: Managing the Generational Transition” on 05 February 2026. The programme was carefully designed to provide students with academic depth, global exposure, interdisciplinary interaction, and experiential learning beyond the classroom. The primary focus of the engagement was on BBA third-year students, who participated in the keynote academic session held at the Auditorium in the Management Block. This session aimed to help students understand the structure and functioning of family-owned enterprises, as well as the challenges involved in leadership transitions across generations. Given the significant contribution of family businesses to both Indian and global economies, the discussions highlighted succession planni...

The CAPS Carnival, held on 24 January 2026, was a student-centric engagement initiative organised by the Under 25 Association to promote creativity, collaboration, and experiential learning among students. Designed as a refreshing academic break, the event balanced enjoyment with purposeful engagement and contributed meaningfully to holistic development and campus well-being. The carnival was conceptualised around the Men in Black theme, encouraging imaginative participation and interdepartmental interaction. This creative framework brought students together in an informal learning environment and aligned with CAPS’ vision of fostering peer engagement, teamwork, and community building beyond conventional classroom boundaries. The venue was transformed with black-themed décor, playful alien elements, and visually engaging arrangements, creating an immersive and energetic atmosphere. A themed food stall enhanced involvement by offering sandwiches and brownies named after movie elements. ...

World Cancer Day, observed annually on the 4th of February, serves as a global reminder of the importance of cancer awareness, prevention, and early intervention. Recognizing the growing need for reliable health information among young adults, the Centre for Counselling & Health Services (CCHS) curated an online awareness initiative designed to educate, inform, and empower students and faculty members through digital engagement. The campaign was conducted through Instagram to ensure accessibility, visibility, and wider reach within the student community. By leveraging social media as an educational tool, the initiative aimed to bridge the gap between medical knowledge and everyday awareness while presenting information in a format that was both student-friendly and visually engaging. A central highlight of the campaign was an Instagram Reel shared by the campus doctor, who provided medical insights into cancer awareness and prevention. The reel focused on explaining common risk fac...