AWANTIPORA: A series of outreach and mentorship programs, as part of the university's efforts to promote academic growth, mentorship, and community engagement are being organized by Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST).

In order to arrest the dropouts among school going children and motivate them to pursue higher education, IUST invites and facilitates school going students to visit various facilities and interact with faculty and scholars. Among other schools, students from PM Shri C.I. Dass School, Achabal accompanied by their teachers, explored different facilities including Library, Language labs and other Laboratories including from the department of Food Technology. The visit was coordinated by Dr. Farrukh Faizan.

An Alumni Interaction on Applying for Higher Studies Abroad, was also organized wherein alumni Ms. Tabish Nabi (PhD student, University of Debrecen) and Ms. Sehrish Shafi (Master’s student, University of Birmingham) guided students on applying to international universities for higher education. They shared valuable insights on scholarships, application processes, and research opportunities, making the session a rich learning experience.

In another such program, an interactive session titled Demystifying NET/SET Exams: A Step-by-Step Approach to Success, provided current students with a roadmap for excelling in different competitive exams. Alumni from the 2017 and 2019 batches shared strategies and personal experiences. Organized by Alumni Coordinator Ms. Isma Hamid, the session was presided over by Dr. Munejah Khan, Head Department of English, who highlighted the importance of alumni mentorship in academic growth. She said that such initiatives reflect IUST’s role in bridging academic aspirations and opportunities while strengthening ties with the community through impactful outreach programs.

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In loving memory of Dr. Priya Ranjan: A mentor who treated me like family
A Profound Loss: JK Monitor Mourns the Passing of Founding Chairman Dr. Priya Ranjan

We at JK Monitor are profoundly saddened by the sudden demise of our Founding Chairman, Dr. Priya Ranjan.IN LOVING MEMORY Dr Priya Ranjan

A brilliant mind who studied at Netarhat Residential School and graduated in Electrical Engineering from IIT Kharagpur before earning his PhD from the University of Maryland, Dr. Ranjan chose to return to India and dedicate his life to teaching, research and social good.

His pioneering work in networked systems, AI, robotics and biomedical applications—especially computer-vision tools for early detection of cancer and heart disease—reflected his deep belief that advanced technology must serve humanity.

For more than 15 years at JK Monitor, he remained a loyal friend, mentor and collaborator, marked by rare humility, intellectual integrity and quiet generosity. His passing leaves a void that cannot be filled. Priya, you will be deeply missed. Your life continues to remind us that knowledge finds its highest purpose in the service of others.

— Team JK Monitor

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