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GOA UNIVERSITY ACHIEVES NAAC A+ GRADE

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Goa University has been accredited with an A+ Grade and a CGPA of 3.30 by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) in its recent accreditation cycle. This achievement marks a significant leap from the previous B++ Grade and is the highest ever grade in the history of Goa University.

The A+ Grade reflects the University’s sustained commitment to academic excellence, research advancement, quality infrastructure, and student-centric initiatives. This milestone was made possible through the collective efforts of the teaching and non-teaching staff, students, alumni, and the unwavering support of the State Government.

Vice Chancellor Prof. Harilal B. Menon expressed immense pride and gratitude, stating, “this achievement is a testimony to the hard work, integrity and dedication of the entire University fraternity. It inspires us to aim higher and fulfill our vision of becoming a globally recognized centre of excellence.

Goa University continues to uphold its mission of delivering quality education and fostering innovation while contributing to the social and economic development of the State and the Nation.

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MES Vasant Joshi College of Arts & Commerce releases book on “Innovations in Social Sciences: Interventions, Challenges & Future Trends”

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M.E.S. Vasant Joshi College of Arts & Commerce organized an International Conference on “Innovations in Social Sciences: Interventions, Challenges & Future Trends” in association with IQAC and the RDI Cell of the College, on 16th April 2025. The event, held in a hybrid mode, witnessed an impressive gathering of distinguished academicians, researchers, and students from across India and abroad, making it a vibrant platform for intellectual exchange.

A special highlight was the release of the book titled, Innovations in Social Sciences: Interventions, Challenges & Future Trends with an ISBN number comprising select papers presented at the conference. Dr. Manasvi M. Kamat, Dr. Freda Cota e Pereira, Convenor of the conference and Dr. S. Susan Deborah, Organising Secretary of the conference served as the editors of the volume.

The volume consisting of 33 articles brings together a wide range of scholarly inquiries that reflect the dynamic intersections of society, technology, environment, and human well-being in contemporary times. The collection serves as a confluence for voices from diverse disciplinary backgrounds, offering critical insights into both local and global concerns—from digital transformation in India’s financial inclusion efforts to climate consciousness among senior citizens, from theatrical portrayals of widowhood to cooperative learning models in education.

The book was released at the hands of the Chief Guest, eminent botanist and academician Prof. M. K. Janarthanam, the Keynote Speaker Lakshmi Subramanian, a Retd. Professor of History, and the President of the Inaugural Function, Ms. Lalita Joshi, alongside the Principal, the Convener of the conference and the organising secretary of the conference.