GLA University Signs MoU with Jacksonville State University

GLA University, one of the leading University in UP has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Jacksonville State University, Albama, USA. The MoU will remain in effect for a period of five (5) years.

GLA University Signed MoU with Jacksonville State University

The development took place in the presence of Prof. Anoop Gupta, Director, Institute of Applied Sciences & Humanities, Prof. R P Agrawal, Director, International Affairs and John M Biehler, President of Jacksonville State University, Alabama.

The aim of the MoU is to facilitate co-operation between the universities and collaborate in areas of student-faculty exchange, research collaboration, summer training, credit transfer, guest lectures and other related exercises. As per the MoU, faculty members and students of GLA University, Mathura would visit Jacksonville University for academic purposes as well as students of Jacksonville University would be visiting GLA for taking up courses in literature, music, culture and spiritualism.

“International education and collaborations of this type promote knowledge exchange between global communities and enhances our student’s transformative educational experience. It is with this vision that we have collaborated with Jacksonville State University. Course curricula of programmes like BCA and BBA were well appreciated by the university officials and they accorded them as legit for admission in their MCA and MBA programmes despite being of three years duration as against the 4 years requirement at the undergraduate level as per the USA system,” said Prof. Anoop Gupta, Director, Institute of Applied Sciences & Humanities.

He further stated that, “The MoU would enable faculty members and students of both the universities to work on mutual research interests as well as explore possibilities in the field of distance education.”

“It is a remarkable opportunity for our students and faculties who will be visiting GLA University campus to learn about Indian society, literature, music, culture and spiritualism. This collaboration will bring Indian and USA youth together for broad exchange of views and opinions, and also help mold our future leaders”, said John M Biehler, President, Jacksonville State University.

In the past too, GLA University has signed MoU with Arkansas University, USA on similar lines.

About GLA University

Shri GL Agrawal name adorns University, a tribute to a man who served and sought to make a difference throughout his lifetime. Established by his son and our present Chancellor, Shri Narayan Das Agrawal in 1998, GLA University was the fulfillment of his father’s dream to establish a quality educational institution to serve the higher education needs of the youth of the region and beyond. The institute was accorded the status of a university under the U.P. State Legislative Act of 2009 (UP Act 21 of 2010).

Spread across 110 acres of land, the University is home to more than 12,000 students enrolled in a variety of professional courses. Well designed and maintained buildings, contemporary laboratories, spacious residential complexes and recreational facilities make the GLA campus one of the best in the region providing its students an ideal environment to hone their skills in an increasingly competitive and demanding world.

With an alumni base of more than 17,000 students, GLAians are establishing a reputation to make a difference wherever they go. The University employs over 600 qualified teachers and over 700 staff members. The institution is headed by renowned academicians dedicated to its holistic growth and a focus on helping their students become successful citizens and professionals.

For more information, please visit http://www.gla.ac.in.

About Jacksonville State University

Founded in 1883, Jacksonville State offers programmes of study in five academic units leading to Bachelor's, Master's, Education Specialist, and Doctorate in addition to continuing and distance education programmes.

Jacksonville State University provides distinctive educational, cultural and social experiences for a diverse student population. As a learning-centered university, Jacksonville State University strives to challenge students academically in a responsive environment, meeting students' educational, career and personal goals. As an academic institution, Jacksonville State University seeks to produce broadly-educated graduates prepared for global engagement. As a public, comprehensive university, Jacksonville State University promotes excellence in scholarly and service activities consistent with its academic and professional strengths.

For more information, please visit www.jsu.edu.