MOHALI: The Faculty Development Programme and School Development Programme organized by Rayat Bahra Dental College and Hospital (RBDCH), in collaboration with Baba Farid University of Health Sciences (BFUHS), stands as a commendable initiative fostering academic growth and professional development. Under the visionary leadership of Chairman Gurvinder Singh Bahra and the motivation provided by Vice-Chancellor Dr Parvinder Singh of Rayat Bahra University, the event aimed to empower faculty, students, and non-teaching staff.
PrincipalDr Akshey Kumar Sharma exhibited exceptional dedication in orchestrating theprogram, and the pivotal role played by Nodal Officer Dr Ruhee Sangha in ensuring its success cannot be overstated. The emphasis on leveraging theonline EBSCO platform to access library facilities demonstrates a commitment to modernizing learning experiences, making resources easily accessible to the academic community. The collaboration with BFUHS for this purpose further enhances the benefits available to faculty and students.
In a holistic approach, the involvement of non-teaching staff in capacity-building activities related to online library resources signifies an inclusive effort towards skill enhancement across all levels of the institution. The program's success is further highlighted by the presence of Lakhpat Singh, a seasoned training manager from EBSCO head office, Delhi, who provided hands-on training on utilizing online tools to access EBSCO hosts and integrate data for academic and research purposes.Theappreciation extended by Dr Neena Mehta, Dean of Academics, and Dr MandeepKumar, Vice-Principal, towards Lakhpat Singh underscores the significance ofthe expertise brought to the training session. The collaborative efforts of all stakeholders involved have undoubtedly contributed to making this program are sound success, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvementat Rayat Bahra Dental College and Hospital.