Chandigarh University Uttar Pradesh (CU UP) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Film Society of India (FSI) to establish a 'Film Gurukul Studio' on its campus, aiming to provide students with experiential learning in media and filmmaking. The collaboration will offer industry-oriented training, internship opportunities, hands-on exposure to filmmaking, workshops, masterclasses, live industry projects, and guest lectures from FSI's network of filmmakers and media professionals.
MoU Signing Ceremony
The MoU was signed between CU UP's School of Media Studies and FSI in the presence of Dr. TP Singh, Pro Vice-Chancellor of Chandigarh University Uttar Pradesh, and Dr. Durgesh Pathak, President of the Film Society of India, along with other senior officials.
Collaborative Activities and Opportunities
Under the agreement, CU UP and FSI will jointly organize film festivals, media conclaves, screenings, and cultural events to enrich the campus creative ecosystem. The partnership also encourages collaborative research, publications, and creative media projects of academic and cultural significance, fostering an environment of entrepreneurship and innovation in media, entertainment, and creative arts. Students will gain access to short-term courses and specialized training programs covering filmmaking and media production, combining theoretical knowledge with practical learning in storytelling, cinematography, editing, sound design, and production processes.
Official Statements
Jai Inder Singh Sandhu, Managing Director of Chandigarh University, said, "At Chandigarh University, we lay emphasis on providing experiential learning to our students by exposing them to live industry projects. The MoU signed between CU and FSI will go a long way in polishing the budding talent of Chandigarh University and transform them into future-ready professionals in media, art and entertainment industries. The programmes are intended to combine theoretical knowledge with practical training, enabling learners to gain deeper insights into the functioning of the creative and entertainment industries. Our students will no longer just read about cinema in textbooks; they will create it."
About Chandigarh University Uttar Pradesh
Chandigarh University Uttar Pradesh, located in Lucknow, aims to foster sustainability and empower future global leaders through a personalized, experiential learning experience integrating an AI-powered academic model. The campus carries forward the legacy of Chandigarh University, Punjab, which is recognized as India's No. 1 Private University. The AI-augmented campus offers industry-driven programs encompassing data-driven insights, virtual reality experiences, real-world simulations, corporate mentorship, international perspective, interdisciplinary research, and entrepreneurial development.
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