Apeejay Stya University
Apeejay Stya University (ASU) is a seat of global learning, located at Sohna-Palwal Road, Gurugram. Since its inception ASU has been offering innovative teaching-learning, and research based programme and pedagogy. It aims to bring about transformation of society through value-based education, man-making and nation-building. ASU is duly recognised by the University Grants Commission (UGC).
| Type | Private |
|---|---|
| Established | 2010 |
| Location | , , |
| Website | Official website |
Established by the Apeejay Stya Education Foundation in the state of Haryana [under Act No. 10 of the Haryana Private Universities (Amendment) Act 2010], ASU provides students not only ‘education for living and livelihood’ but also ‘education for life’ and empowers learners with a fundamental foundation in leadership and professional skills to face the challenges of the new liberalised global economy.
ASU carries forth Apeejay Stya Group's strong legacy of over 50 years of excellence in education. ASU’s dynamic approach in education finds resonance in the National Education Policy 2020, in such areas as Liberal Arts philosophy; inter disciplinary approach, credit based programme structure, multiple exit options and freedom to choose one’s own majors and minors. ASU has been bestowed with numerous national & international awards.
Background
The university was established by Dr. Stya Paul, the founder of the Apeejay Education Society. It was given the autonomous status in 2010 under the Act No. 10 of Haryana Private Universities (Amendment Act 2010). Currently, Ms. Sushma Paul Berlia, the daughter of Dr. Stya Paul is the Chancellor and Aditya Berlia, the grandson of Dr. Paul is the Pro–Chancellor.
Departments and Faculties
- School of Bio Sciences
- School of Engineering and Technology
- School of Design
- School of Education
- School of Journalism and Mass Communication
- School of Management
- School of Pharmacy
Hostel and Campus
The university has a small campus with hostels for both boys and girls. The entire campus has a WI-FI facility. There is a basketball ground, football ground, gymnasium, dance room and music room to be used by the hostelers as well as for the day scholars. There are various clubs in Apeejay Stya University that work for the society and contribute in many diverse ways for the betterment of the society. Those clubs are:
- Rotract Club of Apeejay Stya University: in collaboration with the Rotract Club. The students and the teachers become active members of this club and join hands together to educate poor and destitute and help them in various ways.
- Fusion International Club: Since students from various corners of the world come to study here, the university provides them a common platform, where they can interact and discuss about their respective culture and traditions. Students get the opportunity to celebrate the respective Independence Day and Republic Days of their country.
- We the Students: This is a club, where all the book lovers join. Students and teachers with a passion for reading books and novels meet here to discuss about various topics.
- Proxima: This is a technical club formed by the School of Engineering and Technology of Apeejay Stya University. Which focuses on improving the technical skills of the students and organize a number of technical events in the University.