CHRIST (Deemed to be University), Pune Lavasa Campus

The recent outreach visit to Asha Bhavan Special School was a meticulously structured initiative organized by the Department of Statistics and Data Science and the Department of Computer Science, School of Sciences. The program was designed with the profound objective of fostering deep-seated inclusion, empathy, and meaningful interaction between university students and specially-abled children. Recognizing that a comprehensive education extends far beyond the technicalities of data and code, the institution aimed to create a platform where academic learning meets social responsibility. The event was curated to move past the traditional "charity" model, focusing instead on a mutually beneficial engagement—one where the children experienced a day of unbridled joy and social stimulation, while university students were challenged to dismantle their biases and develop a sophisticated understanding of neurodiversity and accessibility. The primary goal was to establish a vibrant, p...

The Department of Statistics & Data Science and the Department of Computer Science jointly organized a workshop on “Mathematical Reasoning and Logical Reasoning for Competitive Exams” for the first-year BCA and BSc Computer Science Data Science students on 7th May 2026 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM. The session was conducted by Dr Prathu Bhajpai, who shared valuable insights and problem-solving techniques related to competitive examinations and placement aptitude tests. The workshop aimed to equip students with essential mathematical and logical reasoning skills that are commonly tested in various competitive examinations, placement aptitude tests, and higher education entrance examinations. The session witnessed active participation from the students, who showed great enthusiasm in understanding different strategies to solve aptitude-based questions quickly and accurately. During the session, Dr. Prathu Bhajpai covered a variety of important mathematical topics such as percentages, ra...

A guest lecture on nudge theory and behavioural economics was delivered by Dr. Savita Kulkarni, Assistant Professor and Coordinator, Centre for Behavioural Economics, Gokhale Institute of Politics and Economics. The session formed an important part of the academic programme and offered a clear introduction to the theoretical foundations and practical relevance of behavioural economics in policy, law, and institutional decision-making. Dr. Kulkarni began by introducing the idea of nudge theory and explaining how subtle changes in the way choices are presented can influence human behaviour without limiting freedom of choice. She emphasized that nudges do not force individuals to act in a particular way; instead, they help people make better decisions by designing the choice environment more effectively. To explain the intellectual basis of this approach, she referred to the work of Professor Herbert Simon and his concept of bounded rationality. According to this idea, human beings do not...

The Department of English & Cultural Studies, Department of Statistics & Data Science and Department of Computer Science in collaboration with Brand Side Story, Procter & Gamble (P&G), and Whisper India organised an event focused on conducting menstrual awareness and hygiene sessions for students of Classes 6 to 8 and 11to 12 across two different schools in Pune namely, C M International School, Balewadi, Orchid International School & Sidheswar High School on 27th and 29th April 2026. The aim of the guest lecture was to address a topic that is often surrounded by stigma, silence, and misinformation. The primary objective was to educate young girls about menstrual health, promote hygienic practices, and encourage a sense of confidence and openness when discussing menstruation. Recognizing the cultural and social barriers associated with the subject, the sessions were carefully designed to create a safe, comfortable, and interactive learning environment where students...

The Alumni Engagement Session conducted on May 2, 2026, served as an informative and interactive platform for students to gain practical guidance regarding dissertation writing, research topic selection, and academic and professional application processes. The session was led by Digangana Chanda, an alumnus of the department and currently working as a Junior Copywriter at Wavelength Communications. Her experience as both a former student and a working professional enabled her to provide valuable insights that connected academic learning with industry expectations.  The session focused primarily on the transition from dissertation writing to future academic and professional pathways. The speaker discussed the importance of viewing the dissertation not merely as a compulsory academic requirement, but as a foundation for future research, publication, and career opportunities. Students were introduced to the possibilities of converting dissertation work into research papers and were gu...

The Earth Day celebration was organized as a meaningful and engaging event with the objective of promoting environmental awareness, sustainability, and social responsibility among students and the wider community. The program was carefully planned to combine education, creativity, and active participation, ensuring that participants not only learned about environmental issues but also contributed positively toward protecting nature. The celebration included several activities that encouraged teamwork, critical thinking, public awareness, and direct environmental action.  One of the major highlights of the event was the quiz competition on environmental awareness. Students enthusiastically participated in the quiz, which focused on topics such as climate change, pollution, biodiversity, conservation of natural resources, renewable energy, and sustainable living practices. The competition helped participants improve their knowledge about current environmental challenges while also ma...

The Department of English and Cultural Studies, in collaboration with the Editorial Circle under the Christ Language & Arts Network (CLAN) and the Office of Alumni Engagement, organised an insightful session for the students of the MA English with Digital Humanities programme. The session featured Ms. Andrea Rodrigues, Scientific Editor, author of Mizu City, and an alumna of the Department of English and Cultural Studies. The event aimed to provide students with practical insights into contemporary writing practices, digital storytelling, and publishing in the evolving literary landscape, while also aligning with Sustainable Development Goal 4: Quality Education. Ms. Rodrigues began the session with a general introduction to writing stories online and highlighted how digital spaces have transformed the way stories are created, shared, and consumed. She discussed the importance of understanding one’s target audience before beginning the writing process and explained how writers can ...