AICTE-Approved Three-Day Faculty Development Programme on Universal Human Values – Introductory
Event Details
| Event Name | Date | Venue | Organized By | Target Audience | Resource Persons / Chief Guests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AICTE-Approved Three-Day FDP on Universal Human Values – Introductory | January 28–30, 2026 | RA Auditorium, Main Campus, Maduravoyal | Data Science Department in association with Association of Universal Data & Intelligence | Faculty Members | Dr. Umesh Jadhav (AICTE NCCIP Member); Dr. P. Supraja (SRM); Dr. T. Sridarshini (Anna University); Er. A.C.S. Arun Kumar (President); Dr. S. Geethalakshmi (Vice Chancellor) |
Event Summary
The Data Science Department, in association with the Association of Universal Data & Intelligence, organized an AICTE-approved three-day Faculty Development Programme (FDP) on Universal Human Values – Introductory from January 28 to 30, 2026, at the RA Auditorium, Main Campus, Maduravoyal. The programme aimed to foster ethical awareness, right understanding, and harmony among faculty members to enhance professional conduct and teaching practices.
Day 1 commenced with the inaugural session led by Dr. Umesh Jadhav, followed by inspiring addresses from university leadership, including the President and the Vice Chancellor. The sessions highlighted the importance of value-based education in higher institutions.
Day 2 focused on understanding basic human aspirations, the distinction between continuous happiness and temporary physical facilities, and the concept of harmony at the levels of self, family, and society. The sessions were interactive and encouraged self-exploration, reflection, and meaningful discussions.
Day 3 concluded with valedictory insights emphasizing the integration of universal human values into curriculum design, research practices, and professional responsibilities. Resource persons stressed the importance of trust, respect, right evaluation, and co-existence as foundational principles for sustainable development.
The programme provided clarity on the distinction between value education and skill development, enabling faculty members to incorporate human values effectively into data science education. This AICTE initiative aligns with NAAC and NBA standards, promoting holistic faculty development.
Key Highlights
- Inaugural addresses on ethical living and the university’s vision by President Er. A.C.S. Arun Kumar and Vice Chancellor Dr. S. Geethalakshmi.
- Insightful sessions on human aspirations, right understanding, and harmony at individual, family, and societal levels.
- Clear differentiation between continuous happiness and temporary physical facilities, supported by self-exploration techniques.
- Discussions on trust, respect, and the causes of disharmony such as ego and wrong evaluation.
- Interactive activities emphasizing the integration of value education into professional conduct and data science teaching.
- Valedictory session stressing the incorporation of universal human values into research and curriculum development.
