Purbanchal University

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Located in Biratnagar, eastern Nepal, Purbanchal University (PU) is a public university established in 1993 by the Govern ment of Nepal. It has an area of 545 hectares.

Mission

The establishment of Purbanchal University in 1998 was visualized as an extraordinary endeavour by the Government of Nepal to create an academic "centre of excellence" in the Eastern Development Region of Nepal.

At present, the university has broadly identified Industry-Technology, Agriculture-Forestry, Environment- Rural-Cultural Subsistence and Sustainable Development as specific areas of “Academic Excellence”.

Constituent Colleges/Centres

Purbanchal University School of Engineering and Technology (PUSET) Purbanchal University School of Engineering & Technology(PUSET), formerly known as Science & Technology Campus, was established in 2056 BS in Biratnagar. It was established as a constituent campus of Purbanchal University and is the only one of its kind in the Eastern Region, imparting full-fledged information technology based curriculum for undergraduate & graduate students.

It was the pioneer campus to start BCA (Bachelor of Computer Application), the 3 years full time multidisciplinary undergraduate program in the year 2056 BS. It is the first campus to introduce BIT(Bachelor of Information Technology), the 4 years full time multidisciplinary undergraduate program.The student of the campus passing BCA gets the best placement in the country as well as abroad in the prestigious corporate houses & other organisations. They are also involved in pursuing higher degrees in national & international universities. The first batch of the MCA (Master of Computer Applications), the 2 year program was launched in the year 2060 BS as the pioneer program of the nation.

PUSET also launched BE (Bachelor of Engineering in Computer Engineering), the 4 years program in the year 2060 BS. Campus decided to follow the standard norms of Nepal Engineering Council. PUSET is situated near Biratnagar Airport. The campus is spread in 2x2 Bighas of land covered with partial garden & playground. Puset further launched BE Electronic & Communication at its premises in 2061 BS.

PUSET College has produced some best IT experts and software developers. Some Notable person include Laxmi Khatiwata, CFO of Simplify 360, which company works for fortune 100 companies of USA and other parts of world. Some notable persons are now working in Facebook, Google, Alexa, Wipro, etc. include Khagendra Barel, Shuban Singh Karki, etc. Any way PUSET Campus, although being a government campus delivers best knowledge in field of Computer, IT and Electronics and Communication.

Faculties of Purbanchal University School of Engineering and Technology (PUSET) Centre for Population and Development (CPAD) Centre for Population and Development (CPAD) is established as a constituent body of Purbanchal University for fostering academic studies, research and training in the area of population and development in Nepal in 2003. Although other universities in the nation offer population and development related courses and conduct research and training, there is still need for abridging the gap for incorporating grassroots-based practical activities into the University exercises. This need inspired Purbanchal University to establish CPAD. Currently CPAD offers:

Master of Science in Population and Rural Development (MSc PRD) Faculties of Centre for Population and Development 1.Ram Prasad Dhakal 2.Udayarai prasain 3.Ramesh babu kafle 4.Komal Prasad Dulal 5.Krishna Prasad Pandey Janata Adarsha Multiple Campus

Janata Adarsha Multiple Campus was established in 2041 BS as an affiliated college to Tribhuvan University. JAMC was handed over to Purbanchal University as a constituent campus by its operational committee in 2060 BS for fostering academic studies in eastern region in different disciplines of higher studies.

Courses offered:

Bachelor in social work, BSW(6 semester, 3 Years) 3 Years B.Ed. or one year B.Ed. (Newly revised internal evaluaution based) Management Campus MBA BBA

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Kathmandu Univeristy

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Established in 1991, Kathmandu University (KU) is a non-government, independent public institution. It is the third oldest university in Nepal, located in Dhulikhel, Kavrepalanchok District, about 35 km east of Kathmandu. It was established with the motto "Quality Education for Leadership". KU operates through its six schools and from premises in Dhulikhel, Lalitpur and Bhaktapur.

The university provides undergraduate and postgraduate programs in the fields of engineering, science, management, arts, education and medical sciences. It provides undergraduate courses in engineering (computer, electrical & electronics, and mechanical), science (environmental science(Hons), pharmacy and biology & applied biology), management (Bachelors in Business Administration), arts (music, media, and economics). Graduate courses in environment science, engineering, pharmacy, development and business administration are also offered.

When established in November 1991 as a non-profit, autonomous, public university by an Act KU became first privately managed public institution of higher learning in Nepal. The predecessor of the university was the Kathmandu Valley Campus founded in 1985. The campus started as a private campus affiliated to Tribhuvan University and offered courses in science at intermediate level (I.Sc).

Kathmandu University started its academic program in 1992 with an Intermediate in Science program. In 1994, the university launched Bachelor programs in Pharmacy, Biology and Engineering (electrical and electronics, computer and mechanical). Later, Environmental Sciences was included in its academic program. M.Phil and PhD programs were started in 1997.

Kathmandu University provides education through seven schools: School of Science School of Arts & Humanities School of Education School of Social Sciences School of Engineering School of Management (KUSOM) School of Medical Sciences (KUSMS, formerly known as KUMS) School of Law The School of Medical Sciences (KUSMS) and the School of Engineering have the most students. The School of Medical Science was formerly known as KUMS, but in 2006 its name was changed to KUSMS, with the view that the school not only trains medical graduates and postgraduates but also runs paramedical disciplines. The School of Engineering is present in the university premises unlike other schools which have affiliated colleges around the nation. School of Engineering currently runs undergraduate and graduate level courses mostly in Electrical and Electronics, Mechanical and Computer Engineering. It has also recently launched Civil and Geomatics Engineering. The School of Science is currently conducting classes in B.Sc Human Biology, Environmental Science and Engineering, Bio Technology and Applied Physics.

Affiliations

The university, in partnership with Rangjung Yeshe Institute, runs the Centre for Buddhist Studies. The centre offers undergraduate and graduate programs leading to Bachelor of Arts and Master of Arts degrees in Buddhist Studies and Himalayan languages. It provides research facilities for visiting international scholars of Buddhism for their graduate or postgraduate projects. In the summer, it hosts study-abroad programs and conducts intensive language immersion programs in Tibetan, Nepali, and Sanskrit.

The university owns Kathmandu University High School.

Except for the School of Education and School of Management, the schools operate from the university's premises at Dhulikhel. Four batches of students have completed their MBA programs from the School of Management. The first convocation of the university was held on 7 August 1995 and the convocation address was given by management guru, Dr. M.B. Atreya of India. The second convocation was held on 8 December 1996 and the convocation address was delivered by Professor N. Gyanam, Vice Chancellor, Pondicherry University and the President of Association of Indian Universities. The third convocation was held on 9 November 1997 and the convocation address was delivered by Professor (Dr.) M. Rammohan Rao, director, Indian Institute of Management, Bangalore, India. The fourth convocation, held in 17 September 1998, was addressed by the prominent scholar and ex-vice chancellor of Norwegian Institute of Technology, Norway. For the first time in Nepal, Kathmandu University convocated a batch of mechanical, electrical, electronics and computer science and engineering graduates.

International scholarships Scholarships in Australia. Scholarships in Canada. Scholarships in Europe. Link: Scholarships in Japan. Scholarships in USA. Project Management Institute.

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California Institute of Technology

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Academics

According to students at the California Institute of Technology, their tiny school is the greatest research university out there. Caltech’s math, science, and engineering programs are indisputably first-rate, gloats a senior. If you like science and know that you want some sort of career in research, engineering , or academia, this is one of the best places to come in the world. The mandatory core curriculum is heavy on math, physics, and chemistry. It also includes a humanities requirement. Beyond that, students can choose from a host of majors and minors. Whatever path you choose “The resources are incredible,” and lab facilities are top-notch.” There are fabulous opportunities for students to conduct research at every class level, too. Be prepared for a crippling work load, though. The academic atmosphere here is probably the most intense you could hope to find. It’s like trying to drink from a fire hose. (Even if this is an overused cliché).There is no grade inflation. Caltech has the ability to crush your own opinion of how smart you are. If you were the top student allyour life, prepare to experience a big dose of humility because you’ll have to work hardjust to stay in the middle of the pack. Introductory classes are often taught by Nobel laureates and world renowned scientists. The quality of professors as teaches, rather than brilliant researches, however, is often hit-or-miss, explains an applied physics major. Professors tend to e very passionate about their subjects, but only a select few professors teach well.

Life

Life at Caltech involves doing a lot of homework. A sizable population of the school does not come out of their rooms much. Clubs and extracurricular activities run the gamut, though, and it’s very easy to get involved matter your experience. Computer games, card games, role-playing games, and the like are popular. Otherwise, social life relies heavily on Caltech’s unique housing system. First-year students are required to live on campus, in one of eight houses. The houses combine the feel and purpose of a dorm with the pride and spirit of a fraternity. Each house plans social events and provides the social community for students. When Caltech students throw a party, it’s a major operation, and the end result is usually pretty epic. Off campus, Caltech‘s location is sunny Pasadena provides ample opportunities for outdoor activities. There are beaches, mountains, and deserts all within a two-hour drive. The proximity of Los Angeles provides a ready escape as well. Once in a while we’ll pile in a car and go to Los Angeles for a concert or something, notes a senior, and that’s a lot of fun. Plotting pranks is another common pastime here. Teachers have a notorious reputation for amusing and generally harmless mischief. Students one altered the famous Hollywood Sign to reach “Caltech”. In another instance, they adjusted the scoreboard at the Rose Bowl to show Caltech leading hated MIT by an impressive score of 38-9.

Student Body

Caltech is home to lots of whites and Asians, and the student population is overwhelmingly male. The ratio sucks, laments a lonely senior. Your typical student here was the math team/science team/quiz bowl type in high school. This is nerd heaven. Everyone’s a scientist, and every student is brilliant. Students also describe themselves as ‘hardworking’, ‘quirky’, and slightly eccentric, you’ll find a wide variety, though from cool party types, to scary hardcore nerds, to cool party types who build massive rail guns in their spare time. Some students are terribly creative. Some are socially inept and very strange. Ultimately, it’s a hard group to pigeonhole. You will meet someone who might think is a total jock if you saw him or her on the street, but he or she works late at night on homework and aces exams, promised one student. If you come here with stereotypes in mind, they will be broken.

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CITY UNIVERSITY OF NEW YORK-QUEENS

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CITY UNIVERSITY OF NEW YORK-QUEENS

Overview

CUNY Queens College in Flushing, New York-often referred to as the jewel of the CUNY system-offers the culture and excitement of an urban area, and the tranquil beauty of a more rustic setting.  As a commuter school, students can enjoy oh the fast-paced life of new your City and the 77 acres of open space that is the main campus.

            CUNY Queens College not only provides a diverse setting; it is also full of diverse people.  Flushing, Queens is one of the most ethnically diverse places in the country, drawing from a local Asian, Jewish, Greek, and Italian culture.  The students population itself is incredibly, varied comprised of young people from around the world.

            While affordable, CUNY Queens is by no means lacking in quality facilities.  The college boasts a traditional quad, plus up-to-date computer and science buildings.  The Kupferberg Center for the Visual and Performing Arts provides a space for the Music, Art, Dram, and Media studies programs.  In 2009, a new residential hall, the Summit, was built to welcome students to on-campus living.

Academics

Graduation requirements include core course in writing, mathematics, abstract and quantitative reasoning, foreign language, and general education.  These general education requirements fall into two categories.  The first is Core Areas of Knowledge and Inquiry, a study program that includes courses in reading literature, appreciating and participating in the arts, cultures and values, analyzing social structures and natural science.  The second facet of the general education requirement is Global Contexts.  This includes courses on the United States, European traditions, world cultures, and pre-industrial society.  Students must also fulfill requirements for a major.

            There are 121 majors offered, with standout programs in economics and psychology.  Students report that the degree of academic rigor of course can vary, largely depending on the dedication of the professors.  “Some are really into teaching, and others are less enthusiastic, “says a student.  It can also be difficult to get into all of the classes one wants to take. “Registration can be frustrating, “remarks a student.

            In some areas, CUNY Queens does not provide a program for certain fields of study, but does, however, offer preparation studies.  For example, CUNY Queens does not offer an engineering program, but provides the specialized course for first and second year engineering, preparing students should they choose to switch to an engineering program in their third or fourth semester.

            Seven of the colleges in the CUNY system participate in the smaller Macaulay Honors College, which offers full tuition for four years of study, a laptop, and a grant of up to $7,500 to be used for global research, service, and internships.  In addition to the obvious financial benefits of such a program, the Macaulay Honors Program provides its members with four seminars focused on New York City, advising, and networking opportunities.  “Being accepted into the Macaulay Program is like attending a private college for free,” says a participant.

Student life

Queens College has over 90 studetn organizations which offer a range of interests , from serious to recreational.  Studetns interested in communication might find an oulet in the WMC radio station, which has been broadcasting since the 1960s.  Others might seek out the International Studetns Club, which hosts triops, cultureal events, and panel discussions for internatinal undrgraduates.  There is also a new york Public Interest Research Group chapter that promotes issues such as voter registration, higher education funding, and envirnmental protection

            Because the great majority of studetns commute to CUNY Queens, the social scene isn’t as active as at residential schools.  “We are focused on learning.  The social aspects are secondary, “ remarks a student.  One popular pastime, however, is to watch performances at the Kupferberg Center for the Visual  and Performing Arts.  There are seven Green organizations, including the Phi Iota Alpha Fraternity, Inc., the oldest Latino Greek Letter club.  Only about 1 percent of men and women choose to join fraternities or sorotities. “To be honest, I didn’t even know we had fraternities nd sororities,” notes a student.

            CUNY Queens College has 20 Division II athletic teams, distinguishin it from the other colleges in the CUNY system.  CUNY Queens does not have a football team, and studertnts report that school spirit is “almost non-existent.”  The college does have intramural sports, and there are a few student organizations devoted to atheletics, such as the soccer club.

            CUNY Queens College is connected to the New York City subway system and the Long Island Railroad, so travel to Manhattan or oute city areas is easy “There’s something to do in the city at all hours of the day and night, every day of the week,” says one student.  The Queens Museum of At and Shea Stadium, where the New York Mets play, are also in the vicinity.

            The college is only able to house about 500 students on campus in the new residential facility, the Summit.  This architectural structure built in 2009 is modern and conforms to the city’s energy efficiency standerds. “Living on camus makes it feel more like a tycal college experience, and the students who live in the Summit are a tight-knit group,” says a student.  Most students, however, commune to CUNY Queens 

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