Mangaluru: Faculty members from the School of Engineering (SOE), St Aloysius (Deemed to be University), led by Dr S. Ruban, Dean–SOE, participated in a series of academic, mentorship, and community health-skill engagements on December 12, focusing on value-based education, faculty development, and emergency preparedness.
Academic interaction at AIMIT campus
The faculty team first visited the AIMIT campus of St Aloysius (Deemed to be University), where they interacted with Rev. Dr Kiran Cotha SJ, Director, AIMIT. During the session, Rev. Dr Cotha reflected on Jesuit educational values and underlined the vital role of teachers in shaping socially responsible, ethically grounded, and future-ready leaders. The interaction concluded with an engaging question-and-answer session that encouraged reflection on contemporary higher education challenges.
This was followed by a faculty development session by Dr Rowena Wright, Associate Professor, Department of MBA, who addressed the theme of mentoring Generation Z learners. She outlined twelve practical pointers to help faculty better understand evolving student perspectives and respond effectively to emerging academic, emotional, and career-related challenges. The visit concluded with a guided tour of the AIMIT campus, offering insights into its academic and infrastructural ecosystem.
Hands-on CPR training at KIMS
Later in the day, the SOE faculty visited Kanachur Institute of Medical Sciences (KIMS) for a hands-on training programme on Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR). The session was conducted by Dr Rohan S. Monis, Chief Administrative Officer, KIMS, along with his medical team.
The training focused on recognising emergency situations, activating emergency medical services, and performing correct CPR techniques. Faculty members actively participated in practical demonstrations under expert supervision, gaining essential life-saving skills that can be applied in both campus and community settings.
Holistic faculty development and social responsibility
These engagements reflect the School of Engineering’s commitment to holistic faculty development that extends beyond academic instruction to mentorship and societal responsibility. The sessions at AIMIT align with Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 4 – Quality Education, by strengthening value-based teaching and mentoring practices, while the CPR training at KIMS contributes to SDG 3 – Good Health and Well-being, by equipping educators with vital emergency response skills.
