ASU’s Vision for Transforming Higher Education: Innovation, Industry Integration, and Student Success on Campus

Apeejay Stya University (ASU) stands at the forefront of modern higher education by seamlessly integrating technology and liberal arts to drive innovation, research, and holistic student development. During a conversation with Dr. Vijay Vir Singh, ASU Vice Chancellor, told team edinbox that the vision of the university is to nurture well-rounded individuals prepared to lead in a rapidly evolving global landscape. Their mission emphasizes creating a supportive environment that produces visionary leaders and innovative thinkers equipped with both strong academics and essential life skills.

The Corporate Resource Centre (CRC), at the centre of ASU student life, leads industry collaboration, internships, placements, and dynamic co-curricular activities. Such activities guarantee that students complete their studies with a practical exposure, as well as academic rigour, which makes their entry into positive careers smooth.

Dr. Vijay Vir Singh highlighted that ASU excellence is also nationally acknowledged: it was ranked 17th among the top 100 Indian private universities by IIRF 2023, and was also the winner of top state ranking in its School of Engineering and the School of Pharmaceutical Sciences. ASU is establishing a niche in the academic arena worldwide with NAAC A grade accreditation and increased international presence.

ASU provides industry mentorship, practical internships, and live projects to enable career readiness, Training and Competency Building module, which promotes employability. CRC also promotes placements via campus drives, workshops and individual training that pairing the bright graduates to the best employers.

ASU pioneered academic innovation and innovation by creating industrial alliances and worldwide collaborations with other established institutions such as Penn State Great Valley and University of Central Florida. These partnerships facilitate student and faculty exchange, research, and experience of international educational best practices.

In addition to academics, Dr. Vijay Vir Singh said that ASU promotes holistic growth through various student clubs, athletics, cultural events and masterclasses which encourages a culture of leadership and innovation. The fact that it strongly supports innovation and entrepreneurship is reflected in the established Incubation Centre and a vibrant Entrepreneurship Cell, which develops future business leaders.

By using the digital transformation, ASU integrates e-learning tools, online laboratories, and webinars to provide continuous and hands-on education, in line with the 21st-century requirements. Although it upholds academic freedom, ASU pays close attention to the balance between collaboration with industries, adapting the curriculum, and distributing resources in such a way that it maintains the quality of teaching and research.

The vice chancellor of ASU remarked mentorship as a part of the ASU strategy of student success and faculty, industry professionals and senior students mentor learners academically and professionally.

Overall, as per Dr. Vijay Vir Singh, ASU is a source of future-ready higher education: It equips students with innovation, integration with industry, global experience, and whole person development - developing leaders who are ready to operate in a complex and interconnected world.