Missed out on degree? Delhi University offers ‘centenary chance’ to get it now

Missed out on degree? Delhi University offers ‘centenary chance’ to get it now

TNN | Mar 4, 2022, 04.00 AM IST

NEW DELHI: As part of its centenary celebrations, Delhi University is planning a host of activities from May 1 onwards, beginning with the release of a commemorative stamp and coin.

DU vice-chancellor Yogesh Singh on Thursday said competitions, cultural festivals and seminars will be held throughout the year. Moreover, “unsung heroes” who made significant contributions to the varsity as well as distinguished alumni will be felicitated.

The university will also offer a “centenary chance” to those who were unable to complete their studies. “The statutory bodies approved a proposal to give such people two chances to appear for exams and secure their degrees. There will be no age bar and papers will be set according to the syllabus from the student’s time. Many people had requested for the provision,” Singh said.

A book documenting DU’s history and a coffee table book will also be released. “DU started with 750 students and three colleges. Today, there are over seven lakh students and 90 colleges. We want to document its glorious past, in a documentary as well,” Singh said.

DU also plans to adopt a village for outreach activities like health check-up and blood donation camps. Apart from a proposal to plant 100 trees across 100 locations of DU campuses, the varsity will also organise an exhibition of rare manuscripts, book fairs and revive its community radio.

An initial seed money of Rs 10 crore has been approved by the statutory bodies for the centenary celebrations, Singh said. “Our vision is to feature among the top 200 universities in the world and we will take all necessary steps, including focusing on recruitment, to achieve that. We need the right kind of ecosystem for it,” he added.

Meanwhile, Singh on Thursday released the logo and tagline for the centenary celebrations. Out of 315 entries received, the university selected the logo designed by Gargi College student Kratika Khinchi.