Need to enhance the American Corner established at Andhra University, says in-charge Vice-Chancellor

Andhra University aims to enhance American Corner with US Embassy officials, promoting awareness of American education and fostering global partnerships.

Andhra University in-charge Vice Chancellor G. Sasibhushana Rao has emphasised the need to enhance the American Corner established at the university, at a meeting with the U.S. Embassy officials on the university campus on Wednesday. The U.S. Embassy officials may visit the AU in November 2024 to take up some activities, he added.

US Consulate General Hyderabad team Emilia B Smith (public diplomacy officer) and T. Senthil Kumar (public engagement specialist) met the AU team.

The meeting was focussed on developing programmes that will promote awareness among students regarding American education systems, scholarship opportunities and visa procedures, Prof. Rao said.

The American Corner at AU serves as a vital resource for students interested in pursuing education in the United States. During the meeting, Prof. Rao underscored that the university is committed to facilitating a global academic environment, noting that students from 64 countries are currently enrolled in various programmes at AU.

“Through the American Corner, we aim to organise special awareness programmes addressing university-related issues and the American educational landscape,” Prof. Rao said.

He highlighted the university’s dedication to fostering international partnerships and creating avenues for student engagement with American educational institutions.

Registrar E.N. Dhanamjaya Rao said that the AU wanted to make the American Corner more accessible to the youth by collaborating across different university departments. “We envision conducting programmes that promote dual degree courses, further enriching the educational experience of our students,” he stated.