CHRIST (Deemed to be University), Pune Lavasa Campus

The School of Sciences Association (SSA) at CHRIST (Deemed to be University), Pune Lavasa Campus, organized its Orientation Programme on 20 August 2025 under the theme “Discover, Connect, Grow.” The session was held from 1:30 – 2:00 PM in Room No. 1127, Central Block, and served as the formal introduction of SSA’s vision, objectives, and activities for the academic year 2025–26. The primary purpose of the orientation was to familiarize students with the opportunities offered by SSA, a vibrant student association that represents the spirit of collaboration, creativity, and holistic growth among science students. The association functions not merely as an administrative body but as a community-building platform where young minds come together to explore ideas, engage in academic pursuits, and develop their leadership potential. The session opened with a welcome note highlighting the significance of SSA as an integral part of the School of Sciences. The resource persons for the event — Dr...

CHRIST University, Pune Lavasa Campus, proudly announces a 10-day online Faculty Development Programme (FDP) on Research Proposal Curation and Grant Writing to be held from 08th to 19th September 2025 . This FDP is thoughtfully designed to equip faculty members, early-career researchers, and academic professionals with the knowledge, skills, and strategies necessary to conceptualise, draft, and submit competitive research proposals. It aims to foster a strong research culture by guiding participants through every stage of proposal development, from identifying research gaps to preparing polished submissions for reputed funding agencies such as ICSSR, ICHR, DST, UGC, AICTE, DBT, and various international bodies . The FDP adopts an intensive, practice-based approach where participants will work on their own project ideas and progressively develop them into full-fledged proposals through guided exercises, expert feedback, and peer learning. This hands-on format ensures that participants ...

The School of Business & Management (BBA), Christ University, Lavasa, in collaboration with Lavasa Trekkers, organized a class trek for the students of 3 BBA A on 5th September 2025. The activity was designed to combine experiential learning, physical activity, and community building in line with the University’s focus on holistic student development and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 3 (Good Health and Well-Being). The students assembled at Steaming Mugs Café at 10:00 AM, where they were briefed about the trek route, expected safety measures, and the importance of outdoor engagement for mental and physical well-being. After the orientation, the group departed for the trek at 11:00 AM, under the guidance of Mr. Tanmay Singh, student coordinator from Lavasa Trekkers, who ensured proper facilitation and safety throughout the event. The group of 19 enthusiastic students reached the designated waterfall point by 11:30 AM. The trail was scenic and filled with the freshn...

On September 8th and 9th, 2025, the Department of Law at CHRIST (Deemed to be University), Lavasa, in collaboration with the Centre for Academic and Professional Support (CAPS), organized a one-hour interactive training session for final-year law students on the theme “Knowing Yourself for Success.” The session was facilitated by Ms. Mansha Sawal, Trainer at CAPS, who designed a series of engaging activities that aimed to enhance students’ self-awareness, personal reflection, and career readiness as they approach their professional journeys. The session opened with a lighthearted icebreaker titled “Stand up if you’re…” which encouraged students to respond physically to prompts such as hobbies, habits, or unique traits. This fun yet meaningful activity not only energized the class on a Monday morning but also helped students recognize individual differences and commonalities, laying the groundwork for the day’s central theme—understanding oneself in order to succeed. Building on this, M...

On 2nd September 2025, the School of Business and Management (BBA) organized an Alumni Interaction exclusively for the 2023 Batch of BBA students. The session, titled “The Transition Journey: College to Corporate World,” was held from 2:30 PM to 3:30 PM at the Management Block Auditorium and featured Mr. Ankit Choudhary, a distinguished alumnus from the 2021 Batch of BBA Business Analytics. He is currently working as Senior Associate - Brand Success at Confluencer, a Global Influencer Marketing Agency. Through this session, the department aimed to enrich the academic journey of its students by connecting them with successful alumni who can share valuable experiences from the professional world.  This interactive session helped students to understand the realities of moving from the academic environment of college into the demanding space of the corporate world. Transitioning from student life to professional life is a significant milestone that comes with its own set of opportuniti...

School of Business and Management (BBA), organized an engaging Alumni Interaction session for the 2024 Batch of BBA students on 2nd September 2025. The event, titled “Beyond the Classroom: Alumni Perspectives on Lavasa Life”, was held at the Management Block Auditorium from 1:30 PM to 2:30 PM. The invited speaker was Mr. Ankit Choudhary, a proud alumnus from the 2021 Batch of BBA Business Analytics, who is currently working as Senior Associate - Brand Success at Confluencer, a Global Influencer Marketing Agency. The session aimed to provide students with a deeper understanding of how life at Lavasa shapes individuals in ways that extend far beyond academic learning. Alumni interactions have always been a crucial part of Christ University’s culture, as they allow present students to connect with those who once shared the same classrooms and campus life. These interactions offer not just practical insights into the world of work but also serve as a source of motivation and inspiration. I...

The event, “A Hands-on Journey into Sacred Geometry and Mathematics: The World of Platonic Solids,” was designed as an engaging exploration into the elegance of mathematics and the profound interconnectedness of geometry, nature, and human creativity. Rather than presenting mathematics as a purely abstract subject, the workshop aimed to provide participants with direct, tactile experiences that revealed how mathematical ideas are embedded in the everyday world and in timeless philosophical traditions. The journey began with something as familiar as an A4 sheet of paper. Participants were invited to measure its length and breadth, and in doing so, they uncovered the hidden elegance of its proportions. The ratio of its sides corresponds to the square root of two (√2), a remarkable property that ensures any A-series paper, when folded or cut in half, retains the same proportions. This simple exercise immediately highlighted how mathematical constants can be embedded in common objects, oft...

Christ University, Pune Lavasa Campus, continues to enrich the academic journey of its students by connecting them with successful alumni who can share valuable experiences from the professional world. On 2nd September 2025, the School of Business and Management (BBA) organized an Alumni Interaction exclusively for the 2023 Batch of BBA students. The session, titled “The Transition Journey: College to Corporate World,” was held from 2:30 PM to 3:30 PM at the Management Block Auditorium and featured Mr. Ankit Choudhary, a distinguished alumnus from the 2021 Batch of BBA Business Analytics. He is currently working as Senior Associate - Brand Success at Confluencer, a Global Influencer Marketing Agency. The purpose of this interactive session was to help students understand the realities of moving from the academic environment of college into the demanding space of the corporate world. Transitioning from student life to professional life is a significant milestone that comes with its own ...

The School of Sciences organized an engaging awareness session titled “Healthy You: From Hygiene Habits to Nutritious Plates” on 22nd August 2025 at the Smart Room, Central Block. The session was led by Dr. Benitta Ann Brinner, who addressed students and faculty on the importance of nurturing a healthier lifestyle through good hygiene practices and nutritious eating habits. The program began with a warm welcome, setting the stage for an interactive and insightful discussion on everyday health concerns faced by young adults and working professionals. Dr. Benitta highlighted that in today’s fast-paced world, personal health often takes a back seat, leading to lifestyle-related diseases such as obesity, diabetes, hypertension, and digestive disorders. She stressed that preventive care through small but consistent changes in hygiene and diet can make a significant difference in one’s quality of life. One of the central themes of the session was personal hygiene. Dr. Benitta explained how s...

The School of Science, CHRIST (Deemed to be University), Pune Lavasa Campus, organized an academic orientation session on the theme “Self-Awareness & Class Synergy”. The session was conducted by Dr. Jibrael Jos, Associate Dean of CHRIST (Deemed to be University), Pune Lavasa Campus, on [insert date if available]. The event took place in the morning hours, beginning at 9:00 AM and concluding at 12:20 PM. It was designed as an engaging and interactive session, blending theoretical perspectives with practical activities that emphasised collaboration, teamwork, and self-discovery. The session commenced with a warm welcome and an introductory address by Dr. Jibrael. He set the tone for the day by highlighting the importance of self-awareness as the foundation for personal growth and effective teamwork. In his opening remarks, he emphasized how the ability to understand oneself strengths, weaknesses, motivations, and emotional triggers plays a critical role in fostering positive interper...

On 9th August 2025, the School of Sciences and School of Commerce jointly organized an alumni interaction session titled “Building Models, Building Careers: Insights from the Field for Future Analysts” for the second-year MSc Data Science and MSc Global Finance and Analytics students. The session was delivered by Mr. Atishay Jain, Unit Manager at Bajaj Finserv, Pune, and an accomplished alumnus of the MSc Data Science program at CHRIST (Deemed to be University), Lavasa. The objective of the session was to bridge the gap between classroom learning and the dynamic requirements of the corporate sector, giving students a perspective into industry-standard tools, techniques, and strategies. Drawing from his professional journey, Mr. Jain began by introducing the core technologies that hold significant importance in analytics—Excel, SQL, Python/R, and Power BI/Tableau. He elaborated on how each tool plays a distinct role in the data analytics pipeline: Excel for rapid data manipulation and r...

The Academic Year Inauguration 2025–2026 for the School of Business and Management at CHRIST (Deemed to be University), Pune Lavasa Campus and Pune City Campus, was conducted with much enthusiasm and solemnity on 4 August 2025 at the Multi-Purpose Hall. The event brought together students, faculty members, and university leaders to formally begin a new academic year marked with hope, inspiration, and a renewed commitment to learning. The program commenced with an introduction by Prof. Tanya Sharma, who warmly welcomed the gathering and set the tone for the day’s proceedings. This was followed by the welcome address by Dr. Fr. Arun Antony, Director of CHRIST College Pune, who highlighted the significance of the inauguration as not just a ceremonial beginning but also a symbolic moment of unity, aspiration, and collective growth. The atmosphere was further enriched by the traditional Lighting of the Lamp Ceremony, a ritual that signifies the triumph of knowledge over ignorance and the sp...

The Centre for Counselling and Health Services (CCHS) at CHRIST (Deemed to be University), Pune Lavasa Campus, organized National Nutrition Week 2025 from 1st to 7th September. The week-long observance was planned with the purpose of creating awareness about healthy eating habits, clearing up common misconceptions about nutrition, and encouraging students and staff to adopt balanced dietary practices in their everyday lives. Rather than limiting the celebration to lectures or information sessions, the team ensured the activities were varied, interactive, and accessible to everyone on campus as well as through online platforms. This made the initiative not only informative but also engaging for a wide range of participants. The first activity of the week was a Word Maze Challenge featuring nutrition and health-related terms. It was designed to introduce students to important concepts in a fun and interactive way. The maze was shared both in classrooms and digitally, which meant students...

On August 26, 2025, the School of Sciences at CHRIST (Deemed to be University), Pune Lavasa Campus, took a proactive step toward student empowerment by hosting a pivotal workshop titled “Beyond the Inbox: Mastering Professional Emails.” This event, led by the astute Assistant Professor Aaron George, was a targeted and timely intervention designed to arm first-semester students with a skill that is as fundamental as it is often overlooked: professional written communication. Held at 3:30 PM in the Smart Room of the Central Block, the session was a well-received initiative for a diverse group of new students, including those from the BSc Economics, Statistics, BCA, and BSc Computer Science with Data Science programs. In an increasingly digitized world where a significant portion of our daily interactions happen through a screen, the ability to compose a clear, effective, and professional email is no longer just a soft skill—it's a critical professional competency. Recognizing this, t...