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Industry Connect / School of Health Sciences,

17 Jan, 2022

Nutrition is fundamental to every individual. With the growing awareness among people, and subsequently, the industry, about eating right, health professionals specialising in Nutrition and Dietetics are growing in demand. The best part –...

Everything to know about Adverse Drug Reactions during COVID-19

Ekta Kashyap,

12 Jan, 2022

Why do prescribed drugs have side-effects despite undergoing vigorous clinical trials? What led to adverse drug reactions during COVID-19 treatments? UPES School of Health Science’s conference on ‘Adverse Drug Reactions (ADR): Issues and Challenges...

UPES ties up with AIIMS, Drishti Eye Institute, Merck and Taipei Medical University

Diana George,

12 Jan, 2022

The MoUs seek to promote research and development, academic excellence and exchanges among students and faculties as well as encourage joint participation in international conferences, seminars and workshops The School of Health Sciences at...

A diet trend that promotes health and longevity

Dr. Divya Rawat,

Faculty / School of Health Sciences,

7 Jan, 2022

Is intermittent fasting a step towards a healthier lifestyle? It is generally safe and does not result in energy level disturbances or increased disordered eating behaviours. Research suggests that it increases brain-derived neurotrophic factor,...

The rise of sustainable fashion

Ekta Kashyap,

7 Jan, 2022

Sustainable fashion has become a movement to reduce textile waste and environmental exploitation. The space is brimming with opportunities for young professionals who are fashion savvy, climate-conscious and empathetic towards society It takes approximately...

How to become a fashion stylist

UPES Editorial Team,

Industry Connect / Innovation and Entrepreneurship,

24 Dec, 2021

Students who aspire to become fashion stylists can begin their journey by enrolling in a design program at UPES Italian fashion designer Miuccia Prada once said, “What you wear is how you present yourself...

9 engineering projects at UPES that created a social impact

Diana George,

School of Engineering,

22 Dec, 2021

The students of UPES School of Engineering showcased projects on drones, waste management, women empowerment, water security and fire and safety, among others Students of UPES School of Engineering recently showcased nine highly ambitious...

Marquee collaborations at UPES to boost students’ prospects

Ekta Kashyap,

Industry Connect / Internationality,

17 Dec, 2021

UPES, in separate MoUs, has tied up with American tech-giant IBM and Italy’s Istituto Europeo di Design. These pioneering partnerships will open a new world of learning opportunities for students and faculty When a...

UPES takes a step towards supporting adolescent girls

Adolescent Reproductive and Sexual Health (ARSH) drive by UPES

Ekta Kashyap,

Life @UPES / School for Life,

15 Dec, 2021

UPES Social Internship Team and student society GS3, in collaboration with an NGO, organised a drive in Than village of Uttarakhand to inform adolescent girls about reproductive and sexual health In 2020, the World...

It’s the right time to start a start-up: Jaypore co-founder

Ekta Kashyap,

3 Dec, 2021

Shilpa Sharma, the co-founder of Jaypore, was one of the guest speakers at the launch of ‘Runway’, an incubation initiative by the UPES Council for Innovation and Entrepreneurship (UCIE). During the event, she talked...

UPES student gets rave reviews for packaging designs on Amazon

Diana George,

Innovation and Entrepreneurship / School of Design,

2 Dec, 2021

Isha Arya, a third year student of B.Des. (Product and Industrial Design) at UPES, is the founder of Quokka Designs which makes quirky and creative packaging for Aakriti International, an exporter of Indian artifacts...

The importance of innovation for entrepreneurial success

UPES Editorial Team,

1 Dec, 2021

In the constantly and rapidly changing world of today, it has become vital for new businesses and start-ups to make a mark and stand out from their competition. Constant innovation can help these start-ups...

The exciting collaboration between AI and Fashion

Ekta Kashyap,

29 Nov, 2021

From intelligent virtual assistants to clothes designed by algorithms, Artificial Intelligence is restyling fashion in every possible aspect. As the fashion industry accepts the need for digitisation, recruitment of fashion design professionals who are...

Everything you wanted to know about studying Public Policy

Professor Alasdair Roberts, Director, School of Public Policy, at the University of Massachusetts

Ekta Kashyap,

26 Nov, 2021

UPES School of Business hosted a webinar on studying Public Policy with Professor Alasdair Roberts, Director, School of Public Policy at the University of Massachusetts. He talked about the evolution of the discipline, admission...

Why you should consider a career in Game Design

UPES Editorial Team,

11 Nov, 2021

According to a report by the Internet and Mobile Association of India, RedSeer, and OnePlus, the gaming industry in India is expected to grow to $6-7 billion by 2025 Are you bursting with creativity...

UPES CSR EDUDHURMA impacts communities in Dehradun

Diana George,

Girl Scholarship / School of Design / School of Engineering / School of Law,

8 Nov, 2021

UPES runs four projects under its CSR EDUDHURMA policy – Protsaahan, Utkarsh, Dronasthali and Utthan – which aim to elevate the lives of citizens and communities around its Bidholi campus UPES has impacted the...

UPES collaborates with NGOs to celebrate the joy of giving

Ekta Kashyap,

Innovation and Entrepreneurship / School of Computer Science / UPES Stars,

28 Oct, 2021

Spreading cheer among the underprivileged, UPES Social Internship Team in collaboration with Dehradun-based NGOs organised a two-day fair, which displayed products made by orphaned children, marginalised women and promising artists Sometimes, the biggest changes...

UPES alumnus launches app to help hotels offer personalised services to guests

Diana George,

28 Oct, 2021

Upswing, co-founded by Harsh Mathur, aims to create a revolution in travel and hospitality industry with data-powered immersive solutions Harsh Mathur, an alumnus of UPES Dehradun, is the proud co-founder of Upswing, a predictive...

UPES alumnus sets up India’s first digital pension platform

Diana George,

Innovation and Entrepreneurship / School of Engineering / UPES Stars,

26 Oct, 2021

PensionBox, founded in 2021 by UPES alumnus Kuldeep Parashar, attempts to customise pension planning for people according to their needs and specifications PensionBox is India’s first digital pension platform that seeks to re-imagine retirement...

7 popular hangouts of UPES students

Diana George,

Innovation and Entrepreneurship / UPES Stars,

19 Oct, 2021

It is not all studies or lab work at UPES. Below we look at the seven most frequented student hangouts in and around the UPES Bidholi campus If you have already enrolled for a...

Start-up founder credits UPES for giving her ‘wings to fly’

Diana George,

19 Oct, 2021

UPES School of Design alumna Shefali Goyal talks about her success story, from being a student with dreams in her eyes to a successful product design start-up owner Creative Consilio – a design, branding...

Aditya Birla Group’s Chief Data Officer decodes his 5Cs and 3Ps formula of success

Pankaj Rai, Chief Data Officer, Aditya Birla Group

Ekta Kashyap,

Industry Connect / School of Business,

14 Oct, 2021

Pankaj Rai, in conversation with Dr. Geeta Hegde, Dean, UPES School of Business, discusses the skills that will keep graduates relevant for life, why he feels there is no dearth of jobs if students...

Social internships helped me understand concerns around climate change, food scarcity, and health

Anshul Nahal,

School for Life,

6 Oct, 2021

As part of UPES School for Life’s social internship ‘Srijan’, I planned a set of three initiatives: ‘Food Drive’, ‘Let’s Plant’, and distribution of safety kits I have always been keen on understanding the...

Food start-up incubated at UPES seeks to empower local communities

UPES Editorial Team,

Alumni / Innovation and Entrepreneurship,

1 Oct, 2021

Three passionate youngsters including UPES alumnus Aryan Singh founded ‘FitBread’ to provide preservative-free, whole-wheat bread. Their hiring of women workforce and using locally-sourced ingredients has resulted in the financial empowerment of Uttarakhand communities In...

4 most valuable undergrad business specialisations of 2021

UPES Editorial Team,

1 Oct, 2021

The Indian market continues to expand exponentially, requiring well-skilled individuals with business acumen and a global outlook. BBA and BA graduates who specialise in their domains are especially sought-after by private and public business...

MBA students land placement with leading business strategy firm

Ekta Kashyap,

27 Sep, 2021

Three students from the School of Business were hired by Accenture Strategy, creating a new milestone in placements. In a candid conversation, they reveal the roadmap that helped them bag the coveted offer –...

5 reasons to pursue a BBA in Events, PR, and Corporate Communications

UPES Editorial Team,

24 Sep, 2021

The knowledge, understanding, and skills that students acquire through this comprehensive program, will help them become valued professionals across organizations. These graduates are skilled to think deeply about how communication processes relate to many...

A roadmap to learn Digital Video Production and Monetisation

UPES Editorial Team,

20 Sep, 2021

Recognising the need for preparing modern-day professionals who understand and can adapt to the nuances of new-age media, UPES School of Modern Media offers BA in Digital and Mass Media (Broadcasting) with a specialisation...

David Diop’s guide to writing an award-winning novel

Ekta Kashyap,

School of Computer Science,

15 Sep, 2021

The French author in conversation with his English translator, Anna Moschovakis, and Assistant Professor, UPES, Jaya Bhattacharji Rose, talked about his book ‘Frère d’âme’ (‘At Night All Blood Is Black’), which won the International...

5 highest paying careers after B.Tech. in Business Analytics and Optimization

UPES Editorial Team,

9 Sep, 2021

Business Analytics career prospects have seen a huge jump in the last few years, to the point that companies like Google and Microsoft hold annual conferences for encouraging engineers to consider specializing in the...

Amul MD reveals recipe behind the success of India’s beloved dairy brand

Ekta Kashyap,

Industry Connect / School of Business,

9 Sep, 2021

In a power talk with the students of UPES School of Business, Dr. Rupinder Singh Sodhi, Managing Director of Amul, spoke about the business model of the cooperative, why consistency is key, and what...

US diplomat lauds UPES for its international collaborations

Mansha Dhingra,

Academic Excellence / Industry Connect / Internationality,

6 Sep, 2021

On a recent visit to UPES, Mr. Travis Coberly, Economic Advisor, US Embassy, spoke about the importance of international collaborations in higher education Growing internationalisation demands a significant shift in strategy for universities to...

Akash Banerjee gives a masterclass to UPES students on the power of satire

Ekta Kashyap,

School for Life / School of Modern Media,

31 Aug, 2021

Founder and host of popular channel ‘The DeshBhakt’, Akash Banerjee gave a riveting talk about his experiences in more than a decade of journalism, how humour can amplify the impact of cold facts, and...

Zero-waste accessories and gifting solutions by UPES students

Pradeep Jagwan,

School of Design / UPES Stars,

27 Aug, 2021

Team Kalakrit, comprising UPES School of Design students – Khyati Gupta, Ridhi Sood, and Kashish Kohli – make biodegradable and eco-friendly products under the guidance of their professor, Manas Ranjan Misra During the festive season,...

Scholarships, beauty pageant titles, job offers…all thanks to UPES!

Muskan Kansal,

School of Engineering / Shakti / UPES Stars,

26 Aug, 2021

My childhood fascination towards automation and robotics took wings as I became the topper of my class and received a scholarship of Rs. 62,000 from UPES. I won Miss Uurja in 2019 and received...

UPES sophomore’s leadership talk gets rousing reception from Indonesian students

Ekta Kashyap,

20 Aug, 2021

Ritika Srivastav, a journalism student at UPES School of Modern Media, successfully completed a ‘Leader In Me’ session that saw participation from 350 high school students from Indonesia The lens through which one looks...

UPES alumni show their prowess with avant-garde automotive designs

Mansha Dhingra,

Alumni / School of Design,

20 Aug, 2021

Two of the brightest minds from UPES School of Design are making waves in their chosen profession and using cutting-edge technology to design futuristic automobile designs The automotive industry is going through a major...

Food technology can save the world. And you can be a part of it

Ekta Kashyap,

Innovation and Entrepreneurship,

17 Aug, 2021

Technological advances in food have clearly changed what goes on our plate and how. With growing scope and advances in the field, private and public organisations are increasingly hiring food tech professionals. As a...

How young learners are imbibing T-shaped skills at UPES

Mansha Dhingra,

School for Life,

13 Aug, 2021

UPES School for Life seeks to provide a broad-based learning experience for all students enrolled in the various programmes across its seven schools The education system and job market are changing rapidly. Till a...

Green business ideas that are a testament to UPES values of innovation and inclusivity

Pradeep Jagwan,

10 Aug, 2021

With meticulous planning and commitment to the society, some young entrepreneurs from UPES are positively impacting the planet and finding commercial success in the process For a nation’s progress, it is important that the...

UPES School of Health Sciences collaborates with Taipei Medical University

Mansha Dhingra,

Industry Connect / School of Health Sciences,

9 Aug, 2021

UPES School of Health Sciences signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the prestigious Taipei Medical University (TMU), Taiwan (QS subject rank 101-150 in Pharmacy and Pharmacology) Academic collaborations with international universities and research...

It is time to get inspired at the ‘Leadership Conclave’ 2021

Ekta Kashyap,

Life @UPES / School for Life,

9 Aug, 2021

The two-day event, being organised by student team ‘Fearless Falcons’, will be held on August 28-29 and will feature prominent leaders and students from across the country Since the inception of the UPES School...

Discover the use of Big Data in Public Health

By a Correspondent,

2 Aug, 2021

The intersection between Big Data and Public Health is opening unconventional career paths such as Health Data Analysts and Biostatistician to name a few. Recognizing this evolution in industries, UPES has developed a framework...

Incredible, but true! 700+ UPES students receive more than one job offer despite economic gloom

Mansha Dhingra,

Academic Excellence / UPES Stars,

31 Jul, 2021

Disproving the job market trends, UPES witnessed a strong placement season with students receiving multiple offers from reputed companies such as Wipro, TCS, Indian Oil, Dell and Accenture, to name a few As the...

Global edtech giant confers award on UPES professor for ‘Optimising Student Experience’

Ekta Kashyap,

Academic Excellence / Faculty,

30 Jul, 2021

Gaurav Misra, Assistant Professor, UPES School for Life, won the ‘2021 Blackboard Award for Optimising the Student Experience’, joining a select group of people from around the world, whose work has been recognised as...

How UPES scholarships are helping learners achieve their career goals

Ekta Kashyap,

Academic Excellence,

27 Jul, 2021

UPES truly believes that students can achieve great things despite the odds against them; no one should be deprived of education due to financial limitations. Hence, the university offers four kinds of scholarships that...

Why podcasts will dominate the media landscape

UPES Editorial Team,

20 Jul, 2021

As the dependency on digital forms of media for entertainment and education increased, creators began exploring new ways to publish their content; one such avenue was podcasts. Its massive rise in popularity has created...

Gain mastery in Interior and Retail Space Design with technologies of the future

Mansha Dhingra,

Academic Excellence / School of Design,

19 Jul, 2021

Advanced technologies have impacted the way interior designers work, communicate, generate new ideas, and fulfil the needs of the client Interior and Retail Space design is a multi-faceted profession that applies creative and technical...

Prep strategies that helped UPES students land placement with e-commerce giant

Ekta Kashyap,

School of Engineering / UPES Stars,

13 Jul, 2021

UPES students Vasu Vashishtha and Udayveer Mittal from the School of Engineering reveal what it took to land the coveted offer from Flipkart What is it that achievers do differently that takes them places...

UPES fuelled my entrepreneurial spirit

Dia Goel,

Academic Excellence / School of Engineering,

12 Jul, 2021

My new venture, Buzzing Eco Foods, is an FMCG company that makes non-vegetarian snacks to fill the gap in the snacking market. It has received recognition from the Uttarakhand Government and has also been...

Supplement your knowledge of Aerospace Engineering with Economics

Ekta Kashyap,

8 Jul, 2021

For any engineering project to be successful, economic feasibility remains a fundamental factor. Aerospace engineers can therefore benefit from adding another ‘E’ to their skillset and gain a comprehensive understanding of the economics behind...

Board game by Team UPES registers emphatic win at Toycathon 2021

Mansha Dhingra,

School of Computer Science / School of Design / School of Engineering,

7 Jul, 2021

Board game Mission Setubandha outshone around 1.2 lakh participants from across India to win Toycathon 2021 Toycathon 2021, a joint initiative by the Ministry of Education, Ministry of Women and Child Development, Ministry of...

PM Modi congratulates Team UPES for board game Aarogya, calls it a ‘union of ancient knowledge and modern innovation’

Mansha Dhingra,

School of Computer Science / School of Design / School of Engineering,

6 Jul, 2021

Students and faculty from UPES were among the finalists at Toycathon 2021. UPES was one of the 7 teams selected by AICTE to present their unique gaming idea to Prime Minister Narendra Modi As...

UPES gave me a chance to develop holistically

Sneha Banerjee,

Life @UPES / School of Business,

6 Jul, 2021

Diversity at the college campus gave me an opportunity to engage with varied perspectives and learn from peers with varied cultural backgrounds I used to be a science student in school before I took...

Gain command of Digital Media with additional skills in Business Management

Mansha Dhingra,

Academic Excellence / School of Modern Media,

1 Jul, 2021

India’s only digital-first media school, UPES School of Modern Media allows young media professionals to possess not only creative skills but also technical skills and a business acumen Internet, social media, mobile apps, and...

Learn how digital trends are reshaping the media industry

Ekta Kashyap,

30 Jun, 2021

In the 21st century, traditional media players have seen their business models getting disrupted. They now have to compete with digital platforms for the time and attention of consumers. As India’s only and digital-first...

How the university taught me the power of networking

Ankit Saxena,

Life @UPES / School of Business,

29 Jun, 2021

I overcame my inhibitions and made the most of my university experience while I pursued MBA in Logistics and Supply Chain Management (LSCM) from 2019-2021 at UPES I decided to enrol for post-graduation five...

Why lawyers need an understanding of personal branding

Ekta Kashyap,

School for Life / School of Law,

25 Jun, 2021

At a time when people can look up dozens of lawyers in one swipe, building a personal brand is of utmost importance to differentiate oneself from the crowd. It can help aspiring law professionals...

Why youngsters need to respond to the need for Sustainable Development

UPES Editorial Team,

24 Jun, 2021

Embracing sustainable growth is imperative for a cleaner, greener and healthier future. Youngsters can lead the shift toward fair, equitable and sustainable consumption patterns Sustainability has become a necessity for creating a balanced ecosystem...

Celebrating the young musicians of UPES

Mansha Dhingra,

22 Jun, 2021

On this World Music Day, let us look at the music clubs of UPES, their long list of accomplishments, and their journey so far World Music Day or Fête de la Musique is an...

‘Students are given clinical and community exposure to help them become active change-makers’

Mansha Dhingra,

17 Jun, 2021

Dr. Neeraj Mahindroo, Professor & Dean, UPES School of Health Sciences, has over 25 years of experience in academics and research. His current research interests are drug discovery for neglected diseases, neurological disorders and cancer,...

UPES alumni reminisce their campus days

Mansha Dhingra,

16 Jun, 2021

Fortunate are those who enjoy their college life! A potpourri of experiences – from events to academics – fill up the lives of students on campus. UPES alumni talk about the memories of their...

10 great things about going to a university

UPES Editorial Team,

Miscellaneous,

16 Jun, 2021

Going to university can be a very exciting opportunity, especially if you’re going to the one away from your hometown. Studying at an institution like UPES, involves multiple unique growth opportunities that would mould...

Good mentoring is critical to a mentee’s career success

Mansha Dhingra,

Academic Excellence,

15 Jun, 2021

High-quality mentoring programs in higher education helps learners acclimate to new subjects and increase the likelihood of academic success. Personalized direction to students helps improve attitudes, values and skills needed to master the curriculum...

Meet this UPES lad with a passion for designing human-like robots

Pradeep Jagwan,

School of Engineering / UPES Stars,

15 Jun, 2021

Abhinav Mudgal, a final-year student at UPES School of Engineering, designed and developed a robot named 9 Degree of Freedom Humanoid Bipedal Robot to mimic human-like functions UPES provides its students an environment that...

UPES Design Aptitude Test (UPESDAT 2021)

Mansha Dhingra,

14 Jun, 2021

UPES School of Design prepares skilled professionals who have expertise in technology and are fully conversant with two or more areas of importance, which they achieve through new-age specialisations India’s design market has boomed...

UPES student develops device to plug oxygen leakage

Pradeep Jagwan,

School of Engineering / UPES Stars,

10 Jun, 2021

Amid the growing requirement of ventilators and oxygen across the country, a student from UPES School of Engineering has designed a device to reduce oxygen wastage and leakage The wastage or leakage of oxygen...

4 emerging career paths for chemical engineers

Dr. Rahul Kumar,

School of Engineering,

9 Jun, 2021

Chemical engineers are known for their significant presence in refineries and petrochemical plants. However, a big challenge lies ahead of them. What after fossil fuels? Chemical engineering is a fascinating discipline encompassing multidisciplinary principles....

How a full-time MBA can set you up for success

Ekta Kashyap,

8 Jun, 2021

A full-time MBA is a huge financial and time commitment; however, the invaluable rewards it yields – enhanced employment opportunities, increased salary potential, leadership skills, and extensive networks with classmates, alumni, faculty, and industry...

‘I advise my students to read about the inspiring journeys of successful lawyers’

Mansha Dhingra,

School of Law,

4 Jun, 2021

Dr. Vijay Kumar Singh is Professor and Dean at UPES School of Law. Prior to this, Dr. Singh worked with the Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs (under the aegis of Ministry of Corporate Affairs,...

Media aspirants reflect on their learnings at UPES

Mansha Dhingra,

Innovation and Entrepreneurship,

3 Jun, 2021

State-of-the-art labs, industry-aligned curriculum and emphasis on holistic development equips students with the requisite skills to stay ahead of the curve In the last one decade, there has been a paradigm shift in the...

Success stories galore from the start-up ecosystem at UPES

Mansha Dhingra,

2 Jun, 2021

UPES helps pioneering start-ups with incubation services such as networking activities, marketing, training for developing presentation skills, links to strategic partners, expert advice, and business training programs. Agri Joy LLP, Pasta Cucina, and Umbeo...

The role of Data, Analytics and Visualization in the world of media and entertainment

UPES Editorial Team,