CHRIST (Deemed to be University), Pune Lavasa Campus

The Investiture Ceremony of the Office of International Affairs (OIA), CHRIST (Deemed to be University), was held with great dignity and enthusiasm on October 7, 2025, in the Central Block Auditorium . The event marked a significant moment in recognizing and officially instating the newly appointed office bearers of the OIA, who play a pivotal role in promoting global engagement, intercultural understanding, and international collaborations within the University. The ceremony commenced promptly at 04:00 PM with an Opening and Prayer , invoking blessings for a successful and meaningful term ahead. The serene atmosphere set the tone for the rest of the evening, reflecting the spirit of unity and purpose that defines the Office of International Affairs. This was followed by the Acknowledgement of Dignitaries at 04:33 PM , where the presence of respected faculty members, administrative officials, and distinguished guests was warmly recognized. Their support and encouragement stood as a te...

The School of Business and Management (BBA) clubs at CHRIST (Deemed to be University), Pune Lavasa Campus, organized a series of innovative collaborative activities, pairing different clubs to create integrated sessions that blended diverse skill sets. This initiative was designed to break down specialized silos and encourage students to apply their knowledge in new, cross-functional contexts. The activities fostered an environment of inter-club collaboration, pushing students to merge analytical rigor with creative communication and financial principles with entrepreneurial strategy, all within engaging and competitive formats. The MDQ and HRM Clubs collaborated to host a high-energy "Sticky Note Quiz Challenge". This session was designed to combine intellectual recall with physical coordination. Participants were divided into pairs , with one member writing answers on sticky notes and the other sprinting to post them on a designated wall. This format tested accuracy, gener...

The School of Commerce, Accountancy & Finance at CHRIST (Deemed to be University), Pune Lavasa Campus, in collaboration with CUCA (Christ University Commerce Association), Navigator and We4All, organized a creative initiative titled “Equal Smiles, Equal Voices” on October 3, 2025, to commemorate World Smile Day. This initiative was designed to highlight the importance of gender equity in creating a fair and inclusive world, anchored in the belief that “A smile shines brightest when it is shared equally.” The central theme of the event—“Gender Equity: The Smile of a Fair World”—was inspired by Sustainable Development Goal 5, which emphasizes gender equality and the empowerment of all individuals. By linking this theme with World Smile Day, the event aimed to emphasize that true happiness thrives in environments where fairness, respect, and opportunities are shared equally. The initiative invited students from across the campus to participate in a creative article-writing competition...

The guest lecture on “Unlocking Opportunities through Reading Habits” was organized by the Library and Information Centre in association with the School of Law, School of Business and Management (BBA), and the Readers’ Club at CHRIST (Deemed to be University), Pune Lavasa Campus, on 17th October 2025. The session featured Dr. Rajendra Kumbhar, Ex-Professor, Department of Library and Information Science, Savitribai Phule Pune University (SPPU), as the distinguished speaker. The event was conducted in two sessions — from 10:30 AM to 11:00 AM at the Auditorium, Management Block, and from 01:00 PM to 02:00 PM at the Auditorium, Central Block. The lecture was part of the university’s initiative to promote reading culture among students and to celebrate Reading Inspiration Day in honour of Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam, highlighting how reading habits can open pathways to personal, academic, and professional growth. Dr. Kumbhar began his session by emphasizing the transformative power of reading in...

The School of Business and Management (BBA), CHRIST (Deemed to be University), Pune Lavasa Campus — ‘The Hub of Analytics,’ organized a guest lecture on “AI-Driven Chatbots in Conversational Marketing and Advertising” for third-year BBA students. The session, conducted on the 13th and 15th of October 2025 from 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM, was held at the Seminar Hall, Management Block. The event was part of the BBA303-5L- Digital Marketing Analytics course, aimed at integrating real-world industry insights into academic learning. The distinguished speaker for the session was Mr. Anubhav Bengani, Relationship Manager at Policy Bazaar and an alumnus of the 2022 BBA Business Analytics batch of CHRIST University, Pune Lavasa. The lecture served as an enriching learning experience that bridged theoretical understanding with practical industry applications. Mr. Bengani commenced the lecture by introducing the evolution of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in marketing, focusing particularly on the emerg...

The School of Business and Management- BBA successfully organized an engaging alumni interaction session titled “Confronting Your Strengths: A Goal Setting Perspective”, featuring Mr. Aarush Prakash Rai, an accomplished alumnus from the batch of 2022, who is now a successful entrepreneur and lifestyle coach. The event aimed to help students identify their innate strengths, set purposeful goals, and utilize their campus experience as a foundation for personal and professional growth. This session was jointly organized by the Grooming & Personality Development Committee and the Alumni Committee of the School of Business and Management (BBA). It is part of the department’s ongoing efforts, through the Grooming & Personality Development Committee, to conduct sessions that promote self-awareness, effective goal setting, and holistic student development. The session commenced with a warm welcome from the faculty coordinator, followed by a detailed introduction of Mr. Aarush, highligh...

 Peitho Cup 2025 Inter-University Debate Competition  The Peitho Cup 2025 – Inter University Debate Championship was a landmark celebration of intellect, persuasion, and academic excellence at CHRIST (Deemed to be University), Pune Lavasa Campus – The Hub of Analytics. Organized by the Debate and Literary Society of the Student Bar Association under the School of Law, in collaboration with the Centre for Competitive Examinations (CCE), the event was guided by the inspiring motto “Where Wisdom Wins and Persuasion Becomes Power.” Held in two phases, the online preliminary rounds were conducted on the 6th and 7th of September 2025, followed by the offline rounds on the 27th and 28th of September at the Lavasa Campus. The championship attracted 32 teams from leading universities across India. The preliminary online rounds, conducted across four panels, were evaluated by distinguished judges, leading to the shortlisting of 16 teams for the final offline rounds. The scenic Lavasa ca...