Historic Homecoming: Ashfaq Syed Visits Osmania University
Hyderabad, Jan. 17 (Maxim News) : Naperville City Councilman Ashfaq Syed, the first Indian American elected to the Naperville City Council in Illinois, visited Osmania University on Saturday and held discussions on strengthening global academic ties between India and the United States. The visit marked a symbolic homecoming, as Ashfaq Syed is a native of Hyderabad.
Councilman Syed paid a courtesy call on Prof. Kumar Molugaram, Honorable Vice Chancellor of Osmania University. The meeting focused on the growing role of universities in national development and global collaboration. Both sides discussed how higher education institutions can contribute to nation building through innovation, governance, and international engagement. Strengthening Indo US Academic Collaboration
During the interaction, Prof. Kumar Molugaram and Ashfaq Syed exchanged views on improving institutional excellence. They discussed academic governance, faculty development, and the need to align university curricula with emerging global technology trends. The conversation also highlighted the importance of promoting innovation, entrepreneurship, and research based learning among students.
A major focus of the visit was the possibility of building long term academic partnerships between Osmania University and leading institutions in the United States.
The discussions explored student and faculty exchange programs, joint research initiatives, and collaborative projects in technology and digital learning. Both sides emphasized knowledge sharing as a way to expand access to quality education across borders.
Speaking during the meeting, Councilman Ashfaq Syed said, “Osmania University holds a historic legacy that continues to shape global leaders.”
He added, “Strengthening the ties between Indian and American institutions is essential for equipping the next generation with the competencies required for a globalized workforce.”
Prof. Kumar Molugaram welcomed the initiative and thanked the councilman for the visit. He said such interactions support the university’s vision of global engagement and academic reform.
“We are committed to building strong people to people ties and ensuring our students have the platform to excel on the world stage,” the Vice Chancellor said.
The visit is seen as an important step toward deeper Indo US academic cooperation, with Osmania University seeking a stronger global presence through meaningful international partnerships. (Maxim News)
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