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Career Counselling Program Strengthens Student Readiness for Future

Published on: February 15, 2025

From 12th to 15th February 2025, the Himalayan School of Science & Technology, in collaboration with the SRHU Placement Cell, conducted a comprehensive Career Counselling Program for pre-final-year BCA students. The program was designed to provide essential guidance and skill development to prepare students for their professional careers. Mr. Ayush Sharma, Head of the Placement Department at SRHU, delivered the keynote address, setting an encouraging tone for the sessions.

The program covered critical areas such as career goal identification, exploring diverse career options, educational and skill development guidance, resume building, and interview preparation. Through these focused sessions, students gained valuable insights into aligning their academic pursuits with industry expectations. Emphasis was placed on developing soft skills alongside career planning to ensure a holistic approach to professional growth.

With 58 students participating, the training proved highly effective in bridging the gap between classroom learning and real-world career demands. The program’s well-structured framework enabled students to build confidence and acquire practical tools necessary for navigating the competitive job market.

This initiative marked a significant step in strengthening the career preparedness of HSST students. The collaboration between HSST and the Placement Cell showcased the university’s commitment to supporting student success beyond academics. Such programs, if conducted regularly, can continue to enhance the professional capabilities and employability of students, fostering a culture of continuous learning and career development.

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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.