25 Aug 2018 :    Mumbai :  HT Correspondent htmetro@hindustantimes.com

MU LAUNCHES MOBILE APP FOR STUDENTS

MUMBAI: To iron out issues plaguing the existing system used to disseminate information, especially that related to exam schedule and availability of hall tickets, University of Mumbai(MU) launched MUM E-Suvidha app on Friday.

“Everything, including exam dates, schedules, centres, hall tickets and circulars can be accessed through this single app,” said an official from the university.

On Friday, vice-chancellor (V-C) Suhas Pednekar met more than 300 principals of colleges affiliated to MU and discussed academic development. The hot topic of discussion was setting up an incubation centre at the varsity’s Kalina campus.

“The incubation centre has been in the pipeline for several years. Once established, it will ensure better research work and innovation among students and staff,” said one of the principals.

Pednekar also heard their objections and complaints.

“Issues such as lack of grants to sponsor research work and the need for a better fee structure to ensure teachers’ payment as per the latest pay commission were some of the topics highlighted by the principals,” said Marie Fernandes, principal of St Andrew’s College, Bandra.

Also discussed at the meeting were issues such as regular and authorised teacher training and strengthening Women’s Development Cell (WDC).

In addition, MU urged all affiliated colleges to collect funds and essentials from staff and students to help the victims of Kerala floods.

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