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60-Hour Amazon Web Services (AWS) Summer Training Program Conducted at School of Science & Technology, SRHU

Published on: July 9, 2025

60-Hour Amazon Web Services (AWS) Summer Training Program Conducted at School of Science & Technology, SRHU

The Department of Computer Science and Engineering (CSE), School of Science and Technology (SST), SRHU, successfully conducted a 60-hour summer training program on Amazon Web Services (AWS), beginning on June 26, 2025. Held in Computer Lab–6 at SST, this 12-day capacity-building initiative was designed to provide participating students with hands-on experience in cloud computing, infrastructure management, and industry-standard AWS practices. With participation ranging between 40 to 45 students, the program aimed to enhance industry readiness, equip learners with advanced technical competencies, and prepare them for AWS certifications and technical interviews.

The training was inaugurated by Dr. Pramod Kumar, Dean (SST), SRHU, alongside Dr. Gaurav Sharma, and experts from Exain Pvt. Ltd., Mr. Ashish Mishra and Mr. Faby Mathew. The inaugural session emphasized the growing importance of cloud technologies in the IT industry. Throughout the training, students engaged in instructor-led modules, live demonstrations, and hands-on labs that provided in-depth exposure to core AWS services. Real-time project work, focused interview preparation, and resume-building sessions further empowered participants to navigate the job market with confidence.

The program attracted students from diverse disciplines, fostering an interdisciplinary approach to cloud learning. It served as an important bridge between academic curriculum and industry application, promoting innovation and technical excellence. The Department of CSE extends sincere gratitude to the trainers, coordinators, and supporting staff whose contributions made the program a success. The AWS Summer Training Program proved to be a significant milestone in nurturing future-ready cloud professionals, preparing them to thrive in a digitally driven world.

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International Endowed Chair Professor

Prof Rakesh Kumar

Prof Rakesh Kumar is the Founder and President of the Breast Cancer in Young Women Foundation (USA), dedicated to vaddressing the distinct issues affecting young women with breast cancer. He also serves as the International Endowed Chair Professor at the Cancer Research Institute of the Himalayan Institute of Medical Sciences. Additionally, he holds adjunct professorships at Rutgers New Jersey Medical School and Virginia Commonwealth University.

Dr Kumar earned his Ph.D. from the All India Institute of Medical Sciences in 1984 and began his research career at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in January 1986. From 1988 to 2017, he held various academic and leadership positions —including faculty member, tenured professor, distinguished professor, endowed chair, department chair, and research leader—at esteemed institutions such as Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in New York and the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston. From 2017 to 2022, he served as the National Chair for Cancer Research for the Government of India and as a distinguished professor, continuing his innovative work in breast cancer research.

With nearly 40 years of research and professional experience, Dr. Kumar has made conceptual contributions to the field of cancer research (h-index 108, citations >50,000). He has authored over 325 peer-reviewed publications, edited or co-edited nine books, and delivered 290 invited lectures worldwide. His work has been featured on the covers of 18 major cancer journals and has been highlighted in institutional research reports of the MD Anderson Cancer Center.

A passionate educator and mentor, Dr. Kumar has guided 67 trainees throughout his career. He serves on the editorial boards of multiple leading cancer journals and has served on the editorial boards of 21 top cancer journals. His global reputation is further demonstrated by his participation in about 100 peer-review panels for cancer research funding in the US and internationally over the past 28 years.

Dr. Kumar's innovative research has earned him numerous prestigious honors, including the Hinkle Society Faculty Award at Penn State University (1994), the Dalla/Fort Worth Living Legend Faculty Achievement Award in Basic Sciences (2004), the Ranbaxy Research Award (2006), and the Lifetime Achievement Award from the American Association of Indian Scientists in Cancer Research (2013), among others. Dr. Kumar's pioneering research continues to have a profound influence on the fields of oncology and breast cancer, opening up new opportunities for biomedical scientists and trainees worldwide.