Chitkara University Strengthens Global Ties at THE Summit 2025
Dr. Madhu Chitkara, Pro Chancellor, Chitkara University, represented the University at the Times Higher Education Innovation & Impact Summit, held in partnership with Virginia Tech University in Virginia, USA. The summit brought together academic leaders, research strategists and higher-education policymakers to discuss collaborative innovation, research security, international partnerships and sustainable impact, creating a dynamic space for meaningful dialogue and forward-thinking ideas.
Dr. Chitkara held discussions with leaders including Dr. Tim Sands, President, Virginia Tech University; Dr. Cyril Clarke, Executive Vice President and Provost, Virginia Tech University; Dr. Akshay Singh, Director of Research Security, University of British Columbia, Canada; Dr. Sevinj Mammadova, Assistant Dean (Global Initiatives), George Washington University; Dr. Sang Kee Song, Vice President (International Affairs), Korea University; Dr. Leah Mutanu and Dr. Joshua Rumo A. Ndiege, PhD, United States International University – Africa, Kenya; Noor Al Masri, Associate Director, Marketing and Communication, Abu Dhabi University; Dr. Montasir Qasymeh, Associate Provost (Research, Innovation and Academic Development), Abu Dhabi University; صُهيب بوقرمة, MBA; Dr. Camilla Meros, University of the Potomac; Dr. Rebecca Alexander, Senior Associate Dean (Research and Community Engagement), Wake Forest University; Dr. Leanna Blevins, Associate Vice President (Health Sciences Academic Affairs); and Dr. Lance Collins, Vice President, Greater Washington DC, Virginia Tech University.
These interactions highlighted Chitkara University’s commitment to global collaboration, strengthening research, and contributing to international discussions on innovation and sustainability, while also opening doors for future academic conversations and shared opportunities.This participation reinforces the University’s dedication to expanding its global reach and advancing impactful academic partnerships that shape the future of higher education, further positioning Chitkara as an active contributor to the global academic community.
