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Seeking global solutions through liberal arts

Krea University seeks to create 'paradigm' to prepare students for challenges ahead

A lack of seats at quality institutions has forced an increasing number of Indian children to search for options abroad. Photo: istock
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A lack of seats at quality institutions has forced an increasing number of Indian children to search for options abroad. Photo: istock

Anjuli Bhargava New Delhi
In what can be described as good news for Indian students and parents, a group led by former ICICI head N Vaghul and former Ashok Leyland chief R Seshasayee has come together to set up what is loosely described as a “liberal arts” university (though it also offers a degree in the sciences) close to Chennai.

The project sets a benchmark in terms of ambition. It seeks to create a cohort of students who will find “Indian solutions to global problems” by interweaving disciplines and blending learning between the sciences and arts.

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