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{{Infobox university
| name = '''Glocal University'''
| image = The_Glocal_University-_Logo.png
| motto = Global canvass, local colours<ref name=Vision>{{cite web | url = http://www.glocaluniversity.edu.in/vision-mission | title = Vision & Mission | publisher = Glocal University | accessdate = 25 March 2015}}</ref><br>Shaping global minds{{citation needed|date=March 2015}}
| established = 2012
| type = Private
| affiliation =
| academic_affiliation = [[University Grants Commission (India)|UGC]], [[Association of Indian Universities|AIU]], [[National Council for Teacher Education|NCTE]]
| vice_chancellor = Satish Kumar Sharma <ref name="GUFaculty">{{cite web |title=Faculty |url=http://www.glocaluniversity.edu.in/glocal-faculty |website=Glocal University |access-date=7 April 2016}}</ref>
| city = [[Saharanpur]]
| state = [[Uttar Pradesh]]
| country = [[India]]
| coor = {{coord|30.2583|77.6224|type:edu|display=inline,title}}
| website = {{URL|www.glocaluniversity.edu.in}}
}}

'''Glocal University''' is a private and coeducational institution located in [[Saharanpur]], [[Uttar Pradesh]], [[India]]. It is situated in the foothills of Shivalik mountains. The university is a [[non-profit]] university established by the Uttar Pradesh Private Universities Act, 2011, (U.P. Act no. 2 of 2012) and is recognized by University Grant Commission.<ref>{{cite web | title = University: Private University | work =University Grants Commission: Universities & Colleges | publisher = University Grants Commission New Delhi, India | url =http://www.ugc.ac.in/privateuniversitylist.aspx?id=33&Unitype=3 | accessdate = 2013-11-12}}</ref> In keeping with its vision of ''Global canvass, local colours'', the school's name is a [[portmanteau]] of "global" and "local".<ref name=Vision/> The university's 6 major schools offer more than 35 undergraduate, post-graduate, and professional courses.<ref name=WhyGlocal>{{cite web | title = Why Glocal |url= http://www.glocaluniversity.edu.in/why-glocal | publisher = Glocal University | accessdate = 25 March 2015}}</ref>

== Facilities ==

===Campus===
Glocal's self-contained<ref name=Letter/> campus is spread across 350 acres.<ref name=WhyGlocal/> It is situated close to the urban industrial cities of [[Saharanpur]] and [[Dehradun]], on the Dehradun-Saharanpur Road.<ref name=CampusOverview>{{cite web | title = Campus Overview | url = http://www.glocaluniversity.edu.in/campus/overview | publisher = Glocal University | accessdate = 25 March 2015 | archive-url = https://web.archive.org/web/20150314230406/http://glocaluniversity.edu.in/campus/overview | archive-date = 14 March 2015 | url-status = dead }}</ref> The university is approximately a two hours by car from Dehradun's [[Jolly Grant Airport]].<ref name=CampusOverview/>

Glocal University is a part of the Grand Peak Group.<ref name=Letter>{{cite web | title = Letter from Academic Council | url = http://glocaluniversity.edu.in/8-website-pages?start=8 | publisher = Glocal University | accessdate = 25 March 2015 | archive-url = https://web.archive.org/web/20150402102054/http://glocaluniversity.edu.in/8-website-pages?start=8 | archive-date = 2 April 2015 | url-status = dead }}</ref>

===Classrooms and laboratories===
Glocal's teaching spaces include [[classrooms]], larger [[lecture halls]], and an [[amphitheatre]]. They are equipped with multimedia equipment to aid in instruction.<ref name=Classrooms>{{cite web | title = Classrooms | url = http://www.glocaluniversity.edu.in/classrooms | publisher = Glocal University | accessdate = 25 March 2015}}</ref>

Glocal's engineering laboratories are located in a separate block from the classrooms. They are designed to encourage experimentation, practical application of classroom concepts, and independent work. The lab facilities are used for practical experiments and during academic tests. The laboratories are accessible at all times, although students must sign up for lab time in advance.<ref name=Laboratories>{{cite web | title = Laboratories | url = http://www.glocaluniversity.edu.in/laboratories | publisher = Glocal University | accessdate = 25 March 2015}}</ref>

===Library===
The library is a central support to the university's teaching, learning, and research programmes. Its facilities are available for students, faculty members, and university employees.<ref name=Library>{{cite web | title = Library | url = http://www.glocaluniversity.edu.in/library | publisher = Glocal University | accessdate = 25 March 2015}}</ref>

Its collection includes CDs and DVDs; books on engineering, science, bioinformatics, humanities, social sciences and mass communication; and copies of research publications. The university is also expanding its holdings through an online portal to major libraries around the world.<ref name=Library/>

===Hostels===
Glocal University is a residential campus,<ref name=WhyGlocal/> with separate in-campus hostels for males and females.<ref name=Accommodation>{{cite web | title = Accommodation | url = http://www.glocaluniversity.edu.in/hostel-facilities | publisher = Glocal University | accessdate = 25 March 2015}}</ref> The overall capacity for each hostel is 1030 students. Each room is equipped with bed, study table with chair, and [[almirah]]. As a whole, the hostels are equipped with [[air conditioning]], [[Reverse osmosis|RO-filtered]] drinking water, an uninterrupted power supply, [[Wireless LAN|wireless internet]], [[television]] sets in common rooms, 24-hour security (with special attention to female residents), [[gym]]nasium facilities, medical facilities and a [[bank]].

Meals are prepared on-campus under the supervision of a [[dietician]] and professional manager. Cuisines include [[Indian cuisine|Indian]], [[Chinese cuisine|Chinese]], and [[European cuisine|European]].<ref name=Accommodation/>

===Athletics===
The institute provides coaches and physical facilities for students to keep them engaged and physically fit. The Glocal campus includes [[basketball]] and [[volleyball]] courts,<ref name=Sports>{{cite web | title = Sports Facilities | url = http://www.glocaluniversity.edu.in/sports-facilities | publisher = Glocal University | accessdate = 25 March 2015}}</ref> [[cricket]] and [[Association football|football]] fields,<ref name=Sports/> [[table tennis]] equipment,<ref name=Sports/> a [[running track]], and a [[swimming pool]]. The university's well-maintained landscaping also encourages outdoor activities.

== Administration ==

=== Leadership ===
[[File: India US policy seminer 068.JPG|thumb|right| On 27 August 2013, Dr. Amir Ullah Khan discussed economics in India as a panelist in Washington, DC.]]
[[Amir Ullah Khan|Dr. Amir Ullah Khan]] was the President of Glocal University. Dr. Khan is an international economist with a background in engineering. He had previously served Glocal as professor and vice chancellor.

The [[academic council]] consists of Dr. Kashi Balachandran,<ref>{{cite web | title =Kashi R. Balachandran – Professor Emeritus of Accounting | work =NYU Stern: Faculty & Research | publisher =Leonard N. Stern School of Business, New York University | url =http://www.stern.nyu.edu/faculty/bio/kashi-balachandran | accessdate = 12 November 2013}}</ref> Dr. Rajiv Kumar,<ref>{{cite web | title = Dr. Rajiv Kumar, Secretary General, Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce & Industry (FICCI) | work =National Innovation Council | publisher =Office of Adviser to the Prime Minister | url =http://www.innovationcouncil.gov.in/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=83:dr-rajiv-kumar-&catid=6:members&Itemid=2 | accessdate = 12 November 2013 | archiveurl = https://web.archive.org/web/20111020025215/http://www.innovationcouncil.gov.in/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=83:dr-rajiv-kumar-&catid=6:members&Itemid=2 | archivedate = 20 October 2011}}</ref> Syed Safawi,<ref>{{cite news | title = Research: Stocks: Bharti Airtel Ltd: People: Executive Profile, Syed Safawi | work = BloombergBusiness | publisher =Bloomberg L.P. | url =http://investing.businessweek.com/research/stocks/people/person.asp?personId=35751553&ticker=135466&previousCapId=25538304&previousTitle=Reliance%20Communications%20Ltd | accessdate = 2013-11-12}}</ref> and Prof.(Dr.)Rizwan Ahmad. The university's [[advisory group]] constitutes a mix of policy makers and experts in their respective disciplines.

=== Campus placements ===
The university has a placement office for students, headed by Indrajit Gupta. Other members of the office consist of alumni from the [[Indian Institutes of Management]] and distinguished individuals from industrial, media and legal sectors.

The institute has strong ties with the corporate sector. [[Internships]] are available with noted Indian and international companies.

== Academic profile ==

=== Curriculum ===
The curriculum allows students to switch between courses and disciplines. This ensures flexibility and exposure to learning.

[[Student exchange program|Exchange programs]] with foreign universities also offer Glocal students a first-hand experience of global trends.

===Accreditation===
The Glocal University is approved by the [[University Grants Commission (India)|University Grants Commission]] (UGC), the [[All India Council for Technical Education]] (AICTE), and the [[Bar Council of India]] (BCI).

=== Departments and courses===
The institute has major schools for instruction in technology, business and commerce, law, and health sciences. Each school has various courses to offer.

;Glocal School of Technology
The Glocal School of Technology comprises the B.Tech program,<ref>{{cite web |title=Glocal School of Technology: B.Tech |url=http://www.glocaluniversity.edu.in/schools/2014-12-03-11-55-22/glocal-schools-of-technology |publisher=Glocal University |accessdate=25 March 2015 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150314222630/http://glocaluniversity.edu.in/schools/2014-12-03-11-55-22/glocal-schools-of-technology |archive-date=14 March 2015 |url-status=dead }}</ref> the Department of Computer Science,<ref>{{cite web |title=Glocal School of Technology: Department of Computer Science |url=http://www.glocaluniversity.edu.in/schools/2014-12-03-11-55-22/glocal-school-of-computer-science |publisher=Glocal University |accessdate=25 March 2015 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150314222337/http://glocaluniversity.edu.in/schools/2014-12-03-11-55-22/glocal-school-of-computer-science |archive-date=14 March 2015 |url-status=dead }}</ref> and the Department of Natural & Applied Sciences.<ref>{{cite web |title=Glocal School of Technology: Glocal School of Natural & Applied Sciences |url=http://www.glocaluniversity.edu.in/schools/2014-12-03-11-55-22/school-of-natural-applied-sciences |publisher=Glocal University |accessdate=25 March 2015 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150404001717/http://glocaluniversity.edu.in/schools/2014-12-03-11-55-22/school-of-natural-applied-sciences |archive-date=4 April 2015 |url-status=dead }}</ref> Together, the School of Technology awards the following degrees:
* [[BTech]] in [[Civil Engineering]]
* BTech in [[Computer Science]]
* BTech in [[Electrical Engineering]]
* BTech in Electronics & Communication
* BTech in [[Mechanical Engineering]]
* BTech in [[Petroleum Engineering]]
* BCA ([[Bachelor of Computer Applications]])
* [[Bachelor of Science|BSc]] in [[Mathematics]]
* MCA ([[Master of Computer Applications]])

;School of Business and Commerce<ref>{{cite web | title = Glocal School of Business and Commerce | url = http://www.glocaluniversity.edu.in/schools/glocal-of-business-and-commerce | publisher = Glocal University | accessdate = 25 March 2015 | archive-url = https://web.archive.org/web/20150404003350/http://glocaluniversity.edu.in/schools/glocal-of-business-and-commerce | archive-date = 4 April 2015 | url-status = dead }}</ref>
* BBA ([[Bachelor of Business Administration]])
* BCom ([[Bachelor of Commerce]])
* [[Master of Business Administration|MBA]] in [[Finance]]
* MBA in [[Human Resource Management]]
* MBA in [[Marketing]]

;School of Law
The School of Law offers two 5-year integrated programs:<ref>{{cite web | title = Glocal School of Law | url = http://www.glocaluniversity.edu.in/schools/glocal-school-of-law | publisher = Glocal University | accessdate = 25 March 2015 | archive-url = https://web.archive.org/web/20150321082613/http://www.glocaluniversity.edu.in/schools/glocal-school-of-law | archive-date = 21 March 2015 | url-status = dead }}</ref>
* [[Bachelor of Arts|BA]] – [[Bachelor of Laws|LLB]]
* [[Bachelor of Business Administration|BBA]] – LLB

;School of Life and Allied Health Science<ref>{{cite web | title = School of Life and Allied Health Science | url = http://www.glocaluniversity.edu.in/schools/glocal-school-of-life-and-allied-health-science | publisher = Glocal University | accessdate = 25 March 2015 | archive-url = https://web.archive.org/web/20150314225941/http://glocaluniversity.edu.in/schools/glocal-school-of-life-and-allied-health-science | archive-date = 14 March 2015 | url-status = dead }}</ref>
* BSc in [[Agriculture]]
* BSc in [[Biotechnology]]
* BSc in [[Medical laboratory|Medical Lab]] Technology
* BSc in [[Medical Microbiology]]
* BSc in [[Microbiology]]

;School of Pharmacy<ref>{{cite web | title = Glocal School of Pharmacy | url = http://www.glocaluniversity.edu.in/schools/glocal-school-of-pharmacy | publisher = Glocal University | accessdate = 25 March 2015 | archive-url = https://web.archive.org/web/20150314230001/http://glocaluniversity.edu.in/schools/glocal-school-of-pharmacy | archive-date = 14 March 2015 | url-status = dead }}</ref>
* DPharm ([[Diploma#India|Diploma]] in Pharmacy)
* BPharm ([[Bachelor of Pharmacy]])

;Inactive schools
The former School of Education & Research<ref>{{cite web|title=Glocal School of Education |url=http://www.glocaluniversity.edu.in/schools/glocal-school-of-education-research |url-status=dead |archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/20140329023647/http://www.glocaluniversity.edu.in:80/schools/glocal-school-of-education-research |archivedate=29 March 2014}}{{dead link|date=February 2016|reason=robots.txt}}{{cbignore}}</ref> previously awarded post-graduate degrees in Guidance and Counselling, Educational Management and Leadership, and Education.

The former School of Media & Cultural Studies previously awarded undergraduate and post-graduate degrees in Media Studies and Media/Cultural Studies.

== References ==
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== External links ==
*[http://www.theglocaluniversity.in/index.php/ Official website]
*[http://www.theglocaluniversity.blogspot.in/ Glocal University Blog]

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