Dr Mariazeena Johnson is a unique personality of professional excellence with compassion
Dr Mariazeena Johnson Chancellor, Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology
A revolutionary educationist who has a great vision of redefining the way of entire education system imbibed with innovation and self-empowerment. A visionary leader, who thinks beyond boundaries with her own style of functioning. A multifaceted personality with great vision to achieve in the chosen field of interest. Her exceptional organization skills and commitment towards effective functioning of the institution has taken it to newer heights
ROLE OF WOMEN IN THE SOCIETY
Womens’ Progress is the powerful beacon of the society. As “Family” is the fundamental unit of the society, I see, a Woman as the fundamental strength of a Family. A woman with progressive thoughts is an asset not only to the family but to the society, which was proven many times in the history of time.
The role of women is immense in every aspect of life to everyone. This is evident from many success stories rolled out in the annals of the time. As a mother, life partner, friend, guide, teacher, the role of a woman is a great value addition in all walks of life. The multitasking nature and patience of women in handling critical situations is making substantial outcomes.
Women managing such role conflicts effectively are often emerging as the icons of the society in their chosen field of interest.
WOMEN’S EMPOWERMENT IN INDIA, FROM ANCIENT PERIOD TO MODERN PERIOD
This question is interesting. To summarize – ITS PHENOMENAL but YET REQUIRED. Women from the clutches of conventional thinking to 21st century women with creative instincts , expression of thoughts, exhibition of talents and excellence in the chosen field is not just a story but a HISTORY in Making over the years.
From the times of hoping about women empowerment to the days of started celebrating the women empowerment is a marvellous journey. World witnessed the growing women presence as Sports personnel, Societal reformers, Politicians, Police officers, Artists, Administrators, Academicians, Astronauts and in many other fields over the years is a sign of positive polarization of society towards women empowerment. In this context, women empowerment is a continuous process that requires support from all the corners of society in all walks of life.
CHANGES LIKELY TO BE MADE IN EDUCATION SECTOR
Education sector is fast changing as per the demands of the industry and in accordance with societal transformation. Digitization is one good paradigm shift with revolutionary impact on the education system. Post pandemic the mode and method of teaching and learning posed new challenges and demanded necessary changes. Education sector risen aptly to this unforeseen situation and adopted swiftly in order to meet the student requirements.
Urban living always accustomed to such kind of new challenges and to adjust as per the disruptive technologies evolution, but rural lifestyles are not fast changing has been a longstanding concern. There are few changes unfolding and required as per the modern day needs. For example, sustainable rural education growth profile needs much attention, taking the fruits of technology to the end users through the academic progression of people of all sections is a biggest move and challenge in the near future.
Bringing global trends to the grassroots levels of the society so that individual growth story shall be paced up economically and socially is yet another development that needs focus.
School education has to be brought back to reading in BLACK AND WHITE in more. Parents also shall take special interest in this aspect as e-gadgets addiction is seen in the recent past among kids to pre-adolescent children. This is a huge concern from health and academic perspective of the school goers.
Educationists also require keeping an eye on the misuse of technological advancements. Classroom learning to competitive exams require a quick revamp amidst the newly evolving tech-web that gives space and scope for improper usage.
BIGGEST STRENGTH OF YOUR INSTITUTION
The biggest strength of our institution is our ALUMNI, our STUDENTS AND STAFF. The remarkable achievements of our students keep us distinct among many others, and differentiate our academic competence. Apart from this, our strength is our fundamental ethos on which the institution is build – DISCIPLINE, INCLUSIVITY AND QUALITY OUTCOMES OF EDUCATION. We adhere to these values since the inception and are determined to cultivate them among the student fraternity.
THINGS WHICH MAKE YOU PROUD ABOUT THE INSTITUTION
The exceptional journey of our students always make me proud. A student from remote geographical space heading to global destinations to fulfil their career dreams is the real moment of pride to me.
We rose to many challenges during and post pandemic and made institution attaining NAAC A++ grade, ABET recognition, Category I grade recognition from UGC are few proud moments. Most prominent success is the number of student startups we could able to produce in 2023; this is one of the instances of our rising up approach to meet the modern day trends in academic/industry arena. Happy to experience many such moments in our institution in these past three and half decades, and feeling proud to be associated with this triumph of academic excellence.
MESSAGE FOR THE YOUTH
Dream and Chase them, never stop in the way, whatever may be heights of the hurdle, remember SUCCESS gives much higher moments of life than these Challenges.
FAVOURITE SPORTS
Like to watch cricket, when time permits.
MY FITNESS MANTRA
My discipline in food habits, my approach towards life with confidence and go-getter attitude keeps me mentally fit that reflects in my persona.
YOUR VIEWPOINT ON SUCCESS:
Make SUCCESS PERENNIAL, but just not a FULLSTOP to your efforts.
WHAT DO YOU PREFER IN YOUR LEISURE TIME
Reading books and spending time with family.
INSPIRATION/INSPIRED BY………..
I derive inspiration always from incidents. Every situation teaches us something, get excited about this learning and keep moving makes an inspiration to life. We must be aware of these learnings and implement them in life, so that the redundancy of mistakes reduces drastically. This is one of the best opportunities offered by the GRAND DESIGN equally to everyone, provided we are ready to get inspired by the way LIFE UNFOLDS TO US IN EVERY SITUATION.
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