Shiv Nadar Institution of Eminence to Organise 7-day Residential Summer School Program
Greater Noida – Shiv Nadar University, Delhi-NCR, India’s youngest Institution of Eminence is organizing the ‘Young Thinkers Forum (YFT) Summer School Program 2024’ and ‘Shiv Nadar Internship Program 2024’ for students from Classes 8 to 12 at its campus from 1-7 June 2024. During the weeklong program, the students will be introduced to liberal arts, management, engineering, and sciences, providing them with comprehensive insights into diverse fields of study. The certified program will focus on immersive learning enhanced with academic enrichment, cultural exploration, and recreational activities. There are around 100 students participating from all over the country.
Vinnie Mathur, Chair of the Young Thinkers Forum at Shiv Nadar University, Delhi NCR stated “Building on the tremendous success of our previously held Winter School Program, we are eagerly anticipating the upcoming 7-Day residential Summer School Program. The winter program exceeded our expectations, with students demonstrating remarkable growth, enthusiasm, and a deepened passion for learning. This summer, we aim to elevate the experience even further by offering an expanded curriculum and a wider array of activities. Our carefully curated curriculum and activities are designed to challenge and inspire students, fostering both academic growth and personal development. We are confident that this program will provide an invaluable opportunity for students to explore their interests, develop new skills, and create lasting memories”.
YTF’s innovative array of programs include Winter School, Weekend Program, Shiv Nadar Internship Program (SNIP) and Masterclasses. This 4th edition of ‘7-day’ residential School Program will combine academic learning with fun and engaging activities while promoting mentorship and peer learning. The program will include working in labs, masterclasses on subjects like AI, archaeology, creative writing, economics, STEM subjects, sustainability, entrepreneurship and recreational activities like sports, yoga, calligraphy, pottery, horse riding, gala night, and a quiz to keep students engaged and inspired throughout the program. There will also be two interesting visits to an organic farm to witness organic farming and a visit to the beautiful KNMA museum where they will have the museum tour followed by an Eco-friendly workshop on the occasion of World Environment Day on 5th June.
Participants will reside on campus, experiencing firsthand the vibrant academic and social environment that Shiv Nadar University, Delhi NCR has to offer.
During the Summer School, students will have the opportunity to also interact with renowned guest speakers from various fields, who will share their insights and experiences with the young minds. The program will culminate with an interactive session facilitated by the HCL Foundation, KNMA and Atal Incubation Centres (AIC).
Recently, Young Thinkers Forum was honoured with the prestigious “2024 Middle East, North Africa, and South Asia (MENASA) Recognition of Merit Award” in the “Excellence in Innovative Practices” category. The annual National Association of Student Personnel Administrators (NASPA) conference hosted at Qatar University, Doha recognised the Young Thinkers Forum’s commitment to excellence and its outstanding contribution to innovative practices in student development. The Young Thinkers Forum at Shiv Nadar University epitomizes a holistic approach to student empowerment and growth. The summer school program aims to cultivate collaboration and teamwork amongst school students.