Amid the global turmoil caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, 2020 saw the emergence of Swami Vivekananda University, a visionary project led by the esteemed Chancellor, Dr Nandan Gupta. Dr Gupta's unwavering commitment to harmonizing contemporary scientific advancements with cutting-edge technological innovation has rapidly transformed the institution into a paragon of modern education and research. The university has established over 200 state-of-the-art laboratories in just four years, setting new academic and research excellence benchmarks. Among these, eight have been distinguished as Centres of Excellence, sponsored by leading multinational corporations such as Oracle, Cadence, Xilinx, Bosch, and ICICI Bank.
The establishment of the IBM Centre of Excellence marks a pivotal moment in the university's journey towards fostering an environment of continuous innovation and learning. Swami Vivekananda University, Kolkata
On June 20, 2024, Swami Vivekananda University reached another milestone with the inauguration of the IBM Centre of Excellence. This significant addition, celebrated with great enthusiasm, promises to enhance further the university's capability in business development and analysis. The inauguration ceremony was graced by prominent figures including the Vice Chancellor, Professor Subrata Kumar Dey, the Chief Executive Director (Academics), Professor Deb Narayan Bandyopadhyay, and Shri Robin Tyagi, a Subject Matter Expert from IBM.
The establishment of the IBM Centre of Excellence marks a pivotal moment in the university's journey towards fostering an environment of continuous innovation and learning. This new facility will provide students, research scholars, and faculty members with advanced tools and methodologies crucial for driving business-centric research and development. The collaboration with IBM is set to empower the university community with skills and knowledge that are at the forefront of the technological landscape.
As Swami Vivekananda University continues its upward trajectory, the foundation of the IBM Centre of Excellence is a clear indicator of its commitment to excellence and its role in shaping future leaders equipped with both academic prowess and practical expertise.