Student Orientation Program Session 2024–25

Published on: August 14, 2024

The Student Orientation Program for the 2024–25 session at HSST was conducted from 1st to 14th August 2024, commencing with a traditional lamp lighting ceremony that symbolized the triumph of knowledge over ignorance. An inspiring welcome address was delivered by Principal Prof. (Dr.) Pramod Kumar. Over the course of two enriching weeks, approximately 250 students were introduced to the institution’s values, academic expectations, and diverse opportunities through sessions led by esteemed faculty, industry experts, and alumni. Key highlights included talks on the Code of Conduct, cybersecurity, gender sensitization, and the importance of human values, as well as interactive sessions on communication, hygiene, IT, and career development. Creative and recreational activities such as open mic events, indoor games, and talent competitions like debates, quizzes, and art contests fostered community spirit and showcased student potential.

The program successfully achieved its goal of integrating new students into the academic and cultural fabric of the institution. Through a dynamic blend of academic sessions, expert talks, interactive workshops, recreational activities, and registration procedures, students gained a comprehensive understanding of HSST’s ethos, expectations, and opportunities. It fostered a strong sense of belonging, encouraged holistic development, and promoted core values such as integrity, innovation, and teamwork. Sessions on cyber security, communication, gender sensitization, personal hygiene, IT, and emerging technologies enriched students’ knowledge and awareness, while competitions and open-mic events provided platforms for talent exploration and self-expression. By the end of the program, students felt motivated, informed, and empowered to embark on their academic journey with confidence and enthusiasm, marking the orientation as a well-rounded and impactful experience.

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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.