I used to read a lot of books when I was younger and loved reading and listening to stories. As a child, I would sit with my grandmother and listen to her narrate stories for hours. After my grandmother passed away, stories held a special place in my heart. When an Indian Short Stories course was offered in the first year as an elective, I jumped at the chance to rediscover my passion for stories.  When I signed up for the course, I expected that we would read different kinds of stories and discuss them. What I did not expect, however, was for it to change my entire perspective about stories. This course has allowed me to see the social aspects that authors address through their stories. One example of this would be partition literature, in which authors addressed the challenges faced by different kinds of people during the time of the India-Pakistan partition. It made me understand that stories are like vessels that carry experiences. One story that I found particularly interesting was, ‘The Sound of Falling Leaves’ by Qurratulain Hyder. The story, which was about how a young Muslim woman dealt with the hardships she faced during the time of partition.  Throughout the semester, as we read many stories of different genres, I understood how to read closely and look for the details in the stories – the details that help us understand the characters better or explore what the author strives to say through the story. Earlier when I read a story, it was just a storyline and characters. I would almost never think about the author or what exactly the author might be trying to express. After taking up this course, however, I learnt that there are finite details in a story that bring out the essence of the author as well as the message that is being conveyed by the author.   As this course involved quite a lot of interaction, discussing the characters and themes of the stories we read helped me learn so much. Reading the story before class and during class, sitting together and discussing our thoughts about the story as though we were in a book club – these aspects of how the course was conducted made it all the more enjoyable. Indian Short Stories also gave me many different perspectives. I understood that we can either look at an entire story or analyse every single line of a story separately. The fact that one simple line in a piece of literature can be interpreted in completely different ways is another major insight that I took away from this course. So many things in the world were right in front of me but I had been blind to them, but not anymore, thanks to this incredible course called Indian Short Stories.

With innovative and interesting teaching models emerging day by day, team teaching is now being pursued to make the classroom space dynamic and all encompassing. In a liberal education setup , when students are encouraged to take up courses across disciplines and indulge in Active Learning, team teaching is one such means to the end. So, what is Team Teaching and what does this mode of education entail? Let us dive right in! Team Teaching, an idea that perfectly complements the nature of a collaborative classroom, ideally means more than one teacher or professor collaborating towards one course for the same group of students. In team teaching, a group of teachers, work and plan class activities and evaluate students on an integrated level. Team teaching brings to students the ideas and potentials of many thought leaders towards courses that require a holistic perspective. Here are some of the reasons for why team teaching will benefit students: Enhance student learning: In a team-teaching system, the expectations of one professor may be different from another. However, the sheer variations in this system will enable a student to learn subjects from different angles. Students benefit by enjoying better retention of ideas, diversity, better interpersonal skills etc. Their learning outcomes will be vastly influenced by a convergence of strong teaching voices towards their subject. The combination of team teaching and active learning working in synergy is bound to benefit students for life. A multidisciplinary focus on the curriculum: With global challenges increasing by the day, a course material that is specifically engineered towards the future also needs expert handling. A liberal education system will focus on providing courses that tackle the Big Problems of today and tomorrow. As a result, through team teaching, thought leaders who are experts from their fields, take part in shaping the dissemination of that curriculum. Each of these aspects of the course material gains focus on this system. Due to the multitude of teachers, no part of the curriculum is left without attention. Build connections across disciplines: The foundation of a liberal education system is based on the interwoven nature of disciplines across courses. Team teaching enables teachers from other disciplines to impart their specific knowledge to students. This method of working across disciplines by shining light on what the students need, is what team teaching is all about. Team teaching builds connections across disciplines for both students and teachers across the board. Paves way for a global classroom: Thanks to the pandemic, Zoom lessons are dime a dozen these days. Using technology, teachers from across the world who are proven educators in their chosen field will now have access to classrooms spanning thousands of kilometres. A professor in USA and Europe can impart their skills to a student in India, thanks to the team-teaching idea. This progressive and radical ecosystem will pave way for a global classroom in the true sense. Better teacher-student relationship: Team teaching creates a smoother and collaborative ecosystem for the students in a classroom. By being taught by multiple teachers from different points of view and in different formats, students are exposed to various new ideas. The novelty of team teaching by itself makes a classroom more engaging and interesting. The interpersonal relationship in a team-taught classroom is cordial and exciting and leads to more attention given to students as well. As we move towards a more radical liberal education system, it becomes that much more crucial for us to embrace and accept new methods of teaching and learning. Teaching is a dynamic and corrective process while learning is evolutionary and pathbreaking. Team teaching is a system that aims to bridge gaps in knowledge transfer and benefit both the teacher and the student.

Young and ambitious students leave high school and walk into the portals of universities with myriad hopes, goals, and aspirations. As with any life change, this phase can be challenging and at the same time exciting at every step of the way. While some students adapt quickly, others are overwhelmed by the changes and challenges. Here are a few tips to make university life enjoyable and memorable. Asking for help is a sign of strength.  While it is necessary to learn how to be self-dependent, there is no shame in asking for help and seeking guidance, advice, and coaching to navigate unknown terrains easily. It will also save time by helping to avoid possible mistakes that others have made before. Parents, professors, friends, or an expert on campus are there to help and provide support. Preparation helps survive life-altering changes, and proper guidance can go a long way in making transitions easier.  Deriving strength from failures.   Everyone goes through their share of failures, but how to face them without getting discouraged is what matters. Every failure is an opportunity to learn lessons and move on to a position of strength. Instead of brooding over failures, it is essential to learn to be kind to oneself, avoid taking failures personally and keep the confidence level up. Embracing the idea of productive failure would mean drawing the lesson out of it and remembering it to avoid it in future Taste the fare before finalizing the major and minor.  SaiU prides itself in exposing students to a range of subjects  – Arts and Sciences, Technology, and Law – and gives them the flexibility to design their degrees. Hence, an open-minded approach will help in making the right choices. At the core of liberal education are choice and freedom. SaiUians have chosen this institution to avoid the trodden path of a predetermined course of study. The recommended way forward is to make the most of the first year, attend all the classes, and engage extensively with the content and faculty. It will help make considered decisions in the years that follow. Communication is the key to peaceful co-existence. Being paired with students whose lifestyles are different is not uncommon in a university hostel. It is an opportunity to move outside the comfort zone and make some life-long friendships. Communication, plain and respectful, will pave the way for great relationships. And laying down clear ground rules early on can help prevent conflicts to a great extent. Communication ensures transparency and trust, promotes loyalty, enhances engagement, improves productivity and teamwork, fuels innovation, resolves issues, and creates lasting relationships.   Sleep is the superpower. The newfound freedom can be exhilarating, and so is the temptation to chat the night away or binge-watch favorite shows. But 7-9 hours of sleep each night is imperative to function effectively. There is so much to do during the day – not just day-to-day classes but also the vibrant student life, filled with several activities. To be half asleep during the day means missing out on a lot of fun. A good night’s sleep makes for a happy and productive individual.  Good food choices are good investments.  Sensible eating can go for a toss in an environment where there is none to watch or advise constantly. Choosing healthy food and eating well on time is half the battle won in staying fit and cheerful. If it is not easy to make the right choices, students should consider speaking to the college health center team.  Time management is life management.  There is so much to learn inside and outside the classroom, and there is so much to enjoy. And there are also the many distractions that call out for attention. Hence students should learn to utilize time wisely without getting exhausted or feeling overwhelmed. Ironically, the university is also where you can learn how to manage time, make the right choices, stay organized, and avoid procrastination.  “Me” time is important for body, mind, and soul.   The demands of university life can be overwhelming, but it should never lead to burnout, meaning one should never feel overworked mentally and physically. Mental well-being is as important as physical health. When things become hectic, it is good to pause, perhaps take a step back by taking some ME time. It can be anything from indulging in hobbies, exercising, or catching up with old friends.  The transition from high school to university is a process that marks the transformation from adolescence to adulthood. It may be easier for some than others. But there are ways to prepare, get organized, and build a foundation for long-term success. It is all about learning from mistakes, getting guidance from the right people, balancing responsibilities, and setting priorities while making every step and every moment count.

PhD Admissions 2025 – Registration Form | About Sai University Sai University (SaiU) is a state-private university that embraces a liberal education model, offering programs in arts, sciences, technology, law, media, business studies, artificial intelligence, and more — all on par with global standards. PhD Admissions Name* Email* Mobile* Age* Academic Qualification* Occupation (if any)/Designation* The subject in which the candidate has qualified for the Master’s Degree * The proposed discipline/school in which the candidate intends to work for Ph.D. * School of Arts and Sciences The theme of proposed research (in not more than 250 words). [Annexure – 1].* Whether the proposed Ph.D. theme is partly, directly or indirectly related to the branch of knowledge in which the candidate has qualified? * Yes If so, briefly describe (in not more than 250 words) the input from the other disciplines to the proposed area of research for Ph.D. [Annexure – 2]. * Details of publications, if any. If yes, furnish the details. Give the number of publications in the column and the list separately. * Attach your Curriculam Vitae* Upload File Post Graduation mark sheet* Upload File Post Graduation mark sheet* Upload File A cover letter expressing your interest in the RF position and outlining why you believe you would be a suitable candidate.* Upload File Attach your cover letter expressing your interest in the RF position and reasons why you believe you would be a strong candidate.* Upload File Consent of the supervisor under whom research is proposed and his Signature [less than 2MB | JPG or PDF]* Upload File Signature of the Co-Supervisor (if any) [less than 2MB | JPG or PDF]* Upload File Signature of the Vice Chancellor (With Seal) - [less than 2MB | JPG or PDF]* Upload File Consent of the applicant* I accept the above information provided is true to my knowledge Apply Now PhD Admissions 2026 - Registration Form ABOUT SAI UNIVERSITY Sai University (SaiU) is a state-private university to embraces a liberal education model, offering courses in arts, sciences, technology, law, Media, Business studies, AI and more that are on par with highly-regarded global institutions. SaiU is guided by an esteemed board of global leaders from business, academia, government, law, and development who provide strategic guidance in building a world-class university. The faculty comprises a distinguished group of educators from across the globe, including renowned institutions such as the University of Stanford, Harvard, Oxford, Warwick, Cambridge, Columbia, and many other international universities. SaiU also welcomes faculty from leading institutions like IIT, Chennai Mathematical Institute (CMI), NLU, BARC, and many more. Visit Our Campus Sai University Chennai, One Hub Road,OMR,Paiyanur, Chennai,Tamil Nadu 603104 Mon - Fri | 9 am to 5 pm PHONE +91 91500 75661 EMAIL admissions@saiuniversity.edu.in

Sai University is a private liberal education university that ignites students to push the boundaries of conventional education Vision and Mission Mission Deliver a well-rounded liberal education that incorporates the latest industry-driven insights, preparing students with the skills and adaptability required for a rapidly evolving global landscape. Encourage faculty to pursue pioneering, interdisciplinary research that addresses real-world challenges and advances knowledge across fields. Foster a culture of innovation and entrepreneurship, equipping students with the mindset and skills to drive impactful change in their professional journeys. Commit to excellence in all academic offerings, ensuring relevance and quality through industry alignment and academic rigor. Shape students into global citizens with an appreciation for cultural diversity and a dedication to making meaningful contributions in a connected world. Provide globally connected career services, lifelong learning opportunities and resources that support students’ personal and professional growth at every stage. Collaborate with world-class universities to create a globally diverse academic environment and to expand research, learning, and career opportunities. Instill a strong sense of ethical responsibility, encouraging students to pursue careers that prioritize social impact and contribute positively to their communities. Promote an inclusive campus culture that values diversity, ensuring equity and access for all students, faculty, and staff, fostering a welcoming and enriching environment for the entire community. Vision To be an internationally recognized University known for excellence in transformative liberal education, pioneering research, innovation, and ethical leadership, all while cultivating a deep commitment to social impact in a diverse and interconnected world. Sai University has designed its curriculum based on International Liberal Education Model, for the first time in India. Sai University offers comprehensive academic offerings across various disciplines through its eight schools in Law, Arts and Sciences, Computing and Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, Business, Media, Technology and Allied Health Sciences. Each school offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses designed to cater to a spectrum of academic interests and career paths. All the programs in Sai University are taught by internationally renowned faculty, 70% with international degrees and teaching experience, 20% from top Indian universities and 10% eminent scholars who are teaching online from abroad. Sai University is the First University in India to introduce a liberal education multidisciplinary undergraduate program that encompasses such extensive and varied courses. The curriculum design at Sai University is thoughtfully designed to empower each student to tailor their education by choosing one major and two minors from any of the schools, aligning their academic journey with their unique passions and career aspirations. This pioneering approach emphasizes Sai University's commitment to providing a holistic, versatile education that prepares students for the challenges of a dynamic global landscape. Sai University has been established with a Vision to be the First International University from India. Sai University has adopted an International Liberal Education model with Multidisciplinary and Interdisciplinary education. It has started functioning from 2018 in Chennai, the cultural and intellectual capital of India. Sai University aims to integrate the three fundamental pillars of education – learning, research and societal impact. Sai University has received approvals from the Tamil Nadu government under Sai University Act, 2018, UGC and also from Bar Council of India. Sai University has commenced functioning from academic year 2020 and is expanding the Academic Programs and the Infrastructure at an accelerated pace. Sai University is promoted by Sai Education, Medical, Research and Charitable Trust. Mr. K.V.Ramani, a prominent entrepreneur and philanthropist, is the Founder and Chancellor of Sai University, supported by many other luminaries including four Padma Vibhushan Awardees and one Padma Shri Awardee on its Governing Council and the Executive Council. Sai University’s modern campus is coming up in Paiyanur, OMR, near Chennai. The master plan of Sai University in 103 acres campus has been designed by keeping a balance between modern aesthetics, cultural heritage and integrated with nature.

Faculty Thought Leadership “Sai University takes pride in its exceptional faculty, featuring some of the leading scholars in the nation. Our educators possess a rich array of experience, having studied at esteemed institutions across the globe. As active researchers, they maintain robust ties to the industry, which greatly enriches our students' learning experiences. At Sai University, our enthusiastic educators act as devoted mentors, striving to connect academic theories with practical applications in the real world.” Our Leadership Meet Our Faculty All Core Faculty International Faculty Visiting Faculty Media Studies School Dr. Ajith Abraham Vice Chancellor and Dean, School of AI Ph.D., Computer Science, Monash University Prof. (Dr.) Xiao-Zhi Gao University of Eastern Finland Finland Dr. Varun Ojha School of Computing, Newcastle University UK Prof. (Dr.) Sabrina Senatore Università degli Studi di Salerno, Italy Dr. Pankaj K Jain Assistant Professor, School of Artificial Intelligence PhD in Biomedical Engineering, IIT, Varanasi Dr. Greetta Pinheiro Assistant Professor, Sai University Ph.D. in Computer Science and Technology from Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi Dr. Arunkumar M Assistant Professor, School of Artificial Intelligence Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Applied & Computational Mathematics National Institute of Technology Tiruchirappalli Artificial Inteligence School Anand Shrivas Assistant Professor of Law LL..M. from Hidayatullah National Law University Raipur. Samudyata Sreenath Senior Lecturer, School of Law MSc in Social Anthropology, University of Oxford Siddhanth Prasad Visiting Lecturer, School of Law LLM from the University of Cambridge in 2019 Vikas Bhuvana Muralidharan Lecturer LLM from OP Jindal Global University Anvesh Baki Assistant Professor Dr. Jaisy George Senior Assistant Professor Sarath Mohan Assistant Professor Law School Dr. Krishna Kant Singh Dean, School of Computing and Data Science Ph.D., IIT Roorkee Dr. Ashok Chandrasekaran Assistant Professor Ph.D. in the field of array signal processing from Anna University Prof. Krithi Ramamritham Distinguished Professor of Computer Science PhD in Computer Science, University of Utah Dr. Mariya Celin T A Assistant Professor PhD from Anna University, Chennai. Dr. Saraswathi Krithivasan Assistant Professor of Computer Science PhD in Computer Science/Information Technology, IIT Bombay Ujjwal Verma Lecturer M.Tech, IIT Palakkad Dr. Beaula Charles Senior Lecturer, School of Computing and Data Science PhD at Sri Sivasubramaniya Nadar College of Engineering Aravindhsamy Palaniraj Lecturer Arjun Singh Gangwar Lecturer Dr. Angel Petricia Assistant Professor Dr. Mrinalini Kannan Assistant Professor Dr. Ramesh Subramanian Visiting Faculty, School of Computing and Data Science Dr. Vivek Kumar Yadav Assistant Professor Dr. Vivekanand Pandey Assistant Professor Gautham Sekar Visiting Faculty Gopinath Karmakar Professor, School of Computing and Data Science Nitish Rana Lecturer Priyanka Lecturer Vishal Singh Lecturer Mr. Chintala David Shepherd Lecturer, Sai University Master’s in Computing and Mathematics Indian Institute of Technology Palakkad Dr. Tamilarasi W Faculty, Sai University School of Computing and Data Science Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) Vellore Institute of Technology Computing and Data Science School Dr. Anil Annamneedi Assistant Professor PhD from Leibniz Institute of Neurobiology (LIN), Otto-von-Guericke University, Magdeburg, Germany Ankita Kushwaha Lecturer Doctoral Candidate at Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) Grace Joy Lecturer Master’s degree in English Language and Comparative Literature from Pondicherry Central University Dr. K. Kalimuthu Assistant Dean, School of Allied Health Sciences PhD from Madurai Kamaraj University, Madurai Dr. Manobala. T Assistant Professor PhD (as CSIR fellow), Anna University Chennai | Post-Doc, IIT Delhi Dr. Maruthadu Sudhakar Visiting Professor Ph.D. in Applied Geology (Marine Geology and Seabed Resources) Dr. Meenakshi Srihari Assistant Professor PhD in English in 2022 from the Department of English at the University of Hyderabad. Dr. Megha Kapoor Lecturer PhD from the University of Delhi Dr. Rajeeva L Karandikar Professor Emeritus at Chennai Mathematical Institute Ph. D. at Indian Statistical Institute, Kolkata in 1981 Dr. Sahil Mehra Assistant Professor Ph.D. in Economics from South Asian University, New Delhi. Dr. Shailender Swaminathan Visiting Professor, Economics PhD in Economics from University of Southern California Sherman Teichman Professor of Practice, International Relations and Global Affairs MA Hebrew, University of Jerusalem Siddharth S. Assistant Professor of Philosophy PhD in Philosophy, National Institute of Advanced Studies, Bengaluru (University of Mysore), 2021 Dr. T.S. Gopi Rethinaraj Professor, Physics, Sustainability and Public Policy PhD in Nuclear Engineering, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, USA, 2005 Thair Ahmad Lecturer Master's Degree in Economics, Azim Premji University Dr. Sruti Lall Visiting Faculty, School of Arts and Sciences Ph.D., Women’s Christian College (WCC) Akshata Sharad Pai Lecturer, School of Arts and Sciences Doctoral Candidate at the University of Hyderabad Dr. Mridula C. Jobson Associate Professor Manoj Jayakumar Lecturer, School of Arts and Sciences Doctoral candidate in English at the University of Hyderabad Dr. Aravindraja Chairmandurai Visiting Faculty, School of Arts and Sciences and Technology Postdoc and Junior Faculty from the University of Florida, USA. Arts and Science School Dr. Toleti Subba Rao Dean, School of Technology Professor, School of Technology and Arts and Sciences Ph.D. Marine Biotechnology and Biotechnology, Anna University, Chennai — 1999 Dr. Srinivasa Chakravarthy Professor Indian Institute of Technology – Madras Dr. Ralf Feser Professor University of Applied Sciences, Germany Dr. Ramasamy Paulmurugan Director-Cellular Pathway Imaging Laboratory, Molecular Imaging Program at Stanford (MIPS), Stanford University School of Medicine Dr. Eric D. van Hullebusch Professor Institut de Physique du Globe de Paris Dr. Umesh Varshney Honorary Professor, Department of Microbiology and Cell Biology Indian Institute of Science Dr. K. Kalimuthu Assistant Dean, School of Allied Health Sciences PhD from Madurai Kamaraj University, Madurai Dr. Anil Annamneedi Assistant Professor PhD from Leibniz Institute of Neurobiology (LIN), Otto-von-Guericke University, Magdeburg, Germany Dr. Manobala. T Assistant Professor PhD in Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi Dr. T.S. Gopi Rethinaraj Professor, Physics, Sustainability and Public Policy PhD in Nuclear Engineering, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, USA, 2005 Dr. rer. nat. Sanga Mitra Boppudi Distinguished Visiting Faculty, School of Technology, Sai University Ph.D: Neurogenetics, Otto-von-Guericke University, Magdeburg, Germany Kishore Kumar Kabirdasan Visiting Faculty, School of Technology Environment and Sustainability Specialist S R Leena Visiting Faculty, School of Technology MBA in Financial Management Dr. V Shivan Visiting Faculty, School of Technology Ph.D. at Thiruvalluvar University Technology School Dr. Subrata Dey Dean, School of Business | Dean, Student Affairs Master's in Communication from Wake Forest University, USA Dr. Suchit Ahuja PhD degree in Management, Queen’s University, Kingston (Canada) Mr. Anand Arun Palsuley Professor of Practice IIM, Calcutta Dr. Shriram Ananthanarayanan Professor of Practice and Director – Career Services and Development MBA, MIT Sloan School of Management Master of Business Administration - MBAPhD, IIT Bombay Business School Allied Health Sciences