Mentorship

Mentorship

Mentorship

Overview

A dynamic, engaging and enriching initiative that connects students with an experienced mentor – a member of the faculty, alumni or a senior student. Mentors draw on their rich experience and understanding to offer personalised guidance and support. This Programme aims to enhance both the academic and personal development of students, preparing them for future career success.

Mentor-Mentee Program

Personalised Guidance

Mentors provide tailored advice on academics, career planning, skill development, and navigating university life.

Career and Professional Development

Mentors offer insights into potential career paths, internships, job opportunities, and professional networking, ensuring students are well-prepared for the future.

Academic Support

Mentors assist with academic challenges, help students set realistic goals, and offer advice on time management and study techniques.

Networking and Industry Insights

Mentees gain access to the mentor’s professional network, which can be instrumental in internships, job placements, and future collaborations.

Personal Growth and Confidence Building

The mentor-mentee relationship is designed to help students build confidence, improve decision-making skills, and foster resilience in the face of challenges

Long-term Relationships

The program aims to create lasting mentor-mentee relationships that extend beyond university life, providing ongoing support as students transition into their professional careers.

Ideal for students looking
for guidance on

Academic performance and subject-specific guidance
Career pathways and internship opportunities
Personal growth and developing life skills
Professional development and job market readiness
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Admission Open For 2025

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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.