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The School of Forensic Sciences, Centurion University of Technology and Management (CUTM), Bhubaneswar, is pleased to announce Seven days summer internship 2026 on Contemporary Approaches in Forensic Science This intensive hands-on training program is designed to provide participants with practical exposure to advanced laboratory and Insilico techniques used in various fields of forensic science.

Program Details:
• Duration:  7 days.
• Start Date: 25th May to 30th May 2026.
• Timing: 10:00 AM – 05:00 PM
• Mode: Offline | Hands-on experience + Insilico analysis
• Venue: 508-A Forensic Biological Sciences laboratory, 5th floor, Madhusudan Building, Centurion University of Technology and Management, Bhubaneswar Campus

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The School of Management successfully organized a Social Immersion Program for 417 students across three campuses of GITAM Business School (Vizag, Bangalore & Hyderabad) and Agri-Business Students of Centurion University at Paralakhemundi Campus from 1st February to 28th February 2025. Conducted in four phases, with each phase engaging over 100 students, this initiative provided a six-day immersive experience for every participant.

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Designed to deepen students’ understanding of governance, rural economies, and community challenges, the program allowed them to work closely with local communities and government bodies. Students engaged in real-world problem-solving by stepping out of their comfort zones and conventional learning spaces.

Immersion Highlights: A Glimpse into Experiential Learning

Orientation, Campus Tour & Camping Experience

• Introduction to the program’s objectives and expected outcomes
• Exploration of Research & Production Units, understanding the university’s integrated business model
• Camping and campfire at CUTM tribal village, providing first-hand exposure to rural lifestyles

Village Stay and Community Engagement

• Students in groups lived in 16 identified villages: Titli, Lakhimpur, Tumbagaon, Kerandi, Koinpur, Mukundpur, Engersing, Subhalada, Mangarajpur, Tangili, Pathapatnam, Munising, Patimul Colony, Tumula, Pandrung, and Talajing. They actively engaged with community members, understanding grassroots entrepreneurship, and identifying developmental challenges.
• Exploring Local Wonders and Grassroots Enterprises
• Students visited Chandragiri and Gandahati waterfalls, combined with an exploration of local enterprises and sustainable business models.ts visited Chandragiri and Gandahati waterfalls, combined with an exploration of local enterprises and sustainable business models.

Understanding Governance

• Mr. S. Anand, IFS, DFO and Dr. Anshuman Mahapatra, PA ITDA, Paralakhemundi, provided insights after the village visit.
• Interaction with District Administration (Line Departments) to understand policy-making and rural development initiatives.
• Hands-on experience at the Rural Technology Park exploring technological solutions for rural economic growth.

Reflection and Knowledge Synthesis

• Students showcased their learnings through poster presentations, problem tree analysis, cobweb analysis, reports and video documentaries.
• Experience-sharing sessions helped in consolidating insights and actionable takeaways.

Voices from the Journey: Student Reflections

"This journey reinforced the power of experiential learning—how stepping out of textbooks and into the real world provides perspectives that no lecture can match. Grateful for this experience and looking forward to contributing towards solutions that can make a difference."

"A great learning experience! Experiencing Integrated Businesses at Centurion University, we witnessed first-hand how education and entrepreneurship go hand in hand. From agriculture to skill development and manufacturing, we saw how practical learning transforms communities and empowers students with real-world skills."

"Completing the Social Immersion Program was an eye-opening experience that reinforced the power of collaboration and purpose-driven action. Excited to apply these insights in my journey ahead!"

Acknowledgments & Gratitude

On behalf of the School of Management, we express our heartfelt gratitude to Prof. D.N Rao, Vice President, for providing this immersive opportunity.

We extend our sincere thanks to Prof. (Dr.) Supriya Pattanayak, Vice Chancellor, for her contributions in the planning phase of the program.

A special appreciation to the faculty and staff for their dedication in making this program a success. Their guidance and coordination provided valuable insights for students.

Faculty & Staff Members Who Led the Field Visits : Dr. Prajna Pani, Mr. Sushil Kumar Pradhan, Dr. Amir Prasad Behera, Dr. Subhramaya Nayak, Dr. Kalee Prasanna Patnaik, Dr. P. Kalyan Chakravarthy, Mr. Y. Veera Pratap, Mr. Isboseb Bhuyan, Mr. Jugal Jena, Mr. Abhilash Chyau Pattnaik, Mr. Kedarnath Nayak, Mr. Smruti Ranjan, Mr. Ashutosh Parhi, Ms. Asha Begum, Ms. Sasmita Mahapatra and Ms. Swapnankita.

Thanks to Dr.Anita Patra and Dr. Atanu Deb for facilitating the interactive sessions. We also thank Dr.Mehazabeen and Dr. Ashok Kumar (Extension) for their support during the program.

Special thanks to Divesh and team for their meaningful engagement  with students at the J.C. Kumarappa Technology Park and Innovation Center.

The program included active participation from Mr. Bishal Panda, Mr. Asish, Ms. Ipsita Dalai and Ms. P. Prapulla (MBA-ABM, 4th Semester students), who played a crucial role in bridging theoretical learning with practical implementation.

A heartfelt appreciation to the AELP student coordinators for their commitment: Anjana, Himanshu Sekhar, Sajal Sashas, Pushima Tripathy, Sumaiya Begum, G. Vamsi, Abinash Das, Ankita Panda, Devani Yemima, Abinash Nalla, Suman Sashas, K. Vishnu Prasad, Subhankas Mandal, Yashraj Dash, Priyanka Sahu, D. Sushma and Chinmaya Kumar Rath.

We also acknowledge the support staff who contributed significantly:Chief Warden and team, Guest House Manager and team, Transport Manager and team, Accounts Manager and team, Dispensary In-charge, Store In-charge and team.

The faculty members from GITAM who contributed to the program were Dr. Subhendu Mishra , Dr.M. Venugopal, Dr. P.Suryalaxmi, Dr.N. Lalitha, Dr. Somasekhar Bonthu, Dr.Vijay Bhaskar, Dr.Sunil Kumar, Dr. Tilak, Dr. Chandana V., Dr. M. Pratima, Dr. Shamshuddin Shaikh & Dr.Chandrabhanu Das.Their participation strengthened the academic collaboration between institutions.

We express our gratitude to Prof. Raja Phani Pappu, Dean & Professor of Entrepreneurship and Dr. A. Subrahmanyam, Associate Professor & Chairperson – PG Programs, GITAM School of Business for strengthening academic collaboration.

On behalf of the team, we extend our gratitude to Dr. Anita Patra, Registrar, Dr. Durga Padhy, Director Administration  and his team, and wholehearted appreciation to Mr. Y.V. Pratap, Project Manager,  Mr. Isboseb, Mr. Abhilash and Mr. Jugal for ensuring the smooth execution of the program.

Special thanks to our partner NGOs who played a vital role in making this initiative impactful: Gram Vikas, Mother Teresa Charitable Trust & Bapuji Rural Enlightenment and Development Society.

We  thank the Sarpanchs and field coordinators for their collaboration and support in fostering meaningful community engagement.

A Lasting Impact

This diverse and dedicated team contributed significantly to making the Social Immersion Program a transformative learning experience, deepening students’ understanding of governance, rural development and sustainable community engagement.