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FW: Revised Academic Plan till August 2020- Important timelines

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Deepak Kumar Sharma <dksharma@ddn.upes.ac.in> Fri, May 22, 2020 at 12:23 PM

To: "btechcseaimacinelanguage2019@stu.upes.ac.in" <btechcseaimacinelanguage2019@stu.upes.ac.in>

FYI

From: Dr. Veena Dutta <vdutta@ddn.upes.ac.in>

Sent: 21 May 2020 22:57
To: everyone@stu.upes.ac.in
Cc: UPES-everyone <everyone@ddn.upes.ac.in>
Subject: Revised Academic Plan till August 2020- Important timelines
 

Dear Students,
 

In continuation to our efforts in sync with Govt. guidelines, we remain committed to make sure that learning
never stops in these challenging times. Online academic activities, online examination and access to globally
accredited resources are some of the steps we have taken to make sure that even when the country is in a state
of lockdown, professional and personal development of our students are not compromised.

Current Pandemic (COVID – 19) Situation in Uttarakhand and India

 
I am sure you all aware the government has declared lockdown 4.0 till 31st May. The decision on the public transport for
inter-state movement is still awaited in most of the states. There are 93 Covid-19 cases in the State. Nationwide
confirmed cases count is 1,07,000 and is growing. In view of the same the functioning of schools, colleges, educational
and training institutions is not permitted as per the Central Govt. Guidelines.
 
Keeping in view all above, we have introduced some changes in the Academic and Examination Plan issued earlier
keeping in mind safety, travelling challenges and preparedness of private hostels for our students.
 

1.       University Reopens: On 1st  Aug 2020

Next semester for existing students begins from August 1st 2020. Students shall not be permitted to join
campus before 1st August 2020. However, this is dependent on government guidelines.

2.       Tutorial/Remedial Classes (Online Mode) : 15th to 30th June 2020

 

If you feel that you need additional input in form of remedial/ tutorial classes, you need to register for these sessions
online in advance on student Portal (window will open from 30th May to 10th June), so that we can plan ahead. Lab
Sessions wherever possible shall also be conducted virtually or otherwise will be shifted to next semester.
  

3.       Summer School Classes (Odd Semesters): 5th June to 20th June 2020 (will happen in online mode-
details will be shared by respective schools).

4.            End Semester Examination for Even Semester: For all theory courses or lab/ practical already
covered in virtual mode (Non Graduating Batches):  6th to 24th July 2020 exam to be conducted in
Online Mode.
Will be conducted through blackboard following platforms and modes:

Blackboard

Open book exam

Project based

Multiple type question based

Case Study based……etc.

More details on schedule and structure of examination for each course will be shared by respective schools
and departments.

5.            All Even Semester supplementary/improvement examinations for students already registered
earlier (except for final semester courses) shall also be conducted in online mode (on platform and
mode mentioned in point 4) between 6th to 24th July 2020. No final semester exam will be held during
this duration.
 

6.          All students having backlog in *Odd Semester courses (including the graduating batch) should
register for supplementary/ improvement examination between 24th May to 30th May 2020 as per the
University’s regular process.

7.      Above Odd Semester Supplementary Examination shall also be conducted in online mode as per above
structure between 6th to 24th July 2020 (only for those who register themselves between 24th  May to 30th May).

8.      Graduating batch End Semester Examination ( Even Semester- those who have opted for chance 2
):  will be conducted in Online Mode on Metl platform in campus from August 1st    2020 or whenever
the government guidelines permit (whichever is earlier).

 
9.          Students who have already graduated (in 2019 or earlier) but have to appear for supplementary
exams/ improvement exams can apply for cycle as mentioned in point 8.

 
10.  Supplementary exams for Final semester (even semester) will be held post the conduct of chance 2
exams as above. 

 
Some important timelines:
 
 Date   Comments  
24th May to 30th May Registration for Summer school and As per the University’s regular
supplementary exams (odd process  
semester)  
Summer School Classes (Odd Online Mode  
5d June  to 20th June 2020
Semesters  
Tutorial/Remedial Classes (Online  
Registration window from 30th May
15th to 30th June 2020 Mode)
to 10th June- on student portal  
   
6th July to 24th July 2020 End Semester Examination for Even Online mode
Semester (Non graduating batches)  
+ Odd semester supplementary Blackboard
examination (all years)+ Even  
semester supplementary/ Open book exam
improvement examinations (except  
final semester courses) Project based

Multiple type question based  

      Case Study based……etc  

1st August or whenever campus Graduating batch End Online mode on Metl-For students
Semester Examination who opted for Chance 2- In campus  
reopens as per govt. guidelines
Next Semester begins
 
 
 
 
 

 
 

Stay Safe and Heathy

Best

Prof. Dr Veena Dutta

Registrar

From: "Dr. Veena Dutta" <vdutta@ddn.upes.ac.in>

Date: Saturday, 4 April 2020 at 5:13 PM
To: "everyone@stu.upes.ac.in" <everyone@stu.upes.ac.in>
Cc: UPES-everyone <everyone@ddn.upes.ac.in>
Subject: Academic Plan till July 2020- Important timelines for current semester

 
Dear Students,

Hope you are safe and taking all the required precautions. In light of the present scenario we have made some
changes in the academic calendar. Please note some of the important timelines for next three months as below:

Online Classes Continues till 20th April Final year students

  Continues till 30th April All others (except final year)

End Semester Examinations* 1st May- 10th May Final year students-Online
exams

  6th July -20th July All others (except final year)-

Exams to be held in campus like
usual

  22nd July – 10th August Supplementary exams (both

even and odd) for all years

Summer Vacations 1st May – 15th June All (except Final year)

Summer Industry Internship 1st May -15th June Wherever applicable

Current Semester Resumes 15th June -5th July Refresher classes, remedial
(January to July semester) classes, Labs, Workshops,
problem solving sessions
(In campus)

New Academic Session 1st Week of August Exact dates will be shared soon
(August to December)

Employability Boot camp 22nd July to 10th August  

*End term examinations- For final year the end semester examinations will be conducted online (more
details will be shared by SRE.

** Summer Industry Internship more details will be shared by respective HOD’s and Deans

Respective departments/ HOD’s and your faculty will soon be sharing details as and when required.

Keep Safe and Stay Healthy!!

 

Best Wishes

Dr Veena Dutta

Registrar

From: "Dr. Veena Dutta" <vdutta@ddn.upes.ac.in>

Date: Tuesday, 31 March 2020 at 10:47 AM
To: "everyone@stu.upes.ac.in" <everyone@stu.upes.ac.in>
Cc: UPES-everyone <everyone@ddn.upes.ac.in>
Subject: Coronavirus (COVID19)-Academic activities in campus suspended till further notification

Dear Students,

The recommencement of academic activities in campus scheduled from 1st April as per last mail stands
postponed till further notification. We shall keep you informed of the plans as per the
situation and  guidelines from Government.

Hope you all are participating actively in online learning.

Keep Safe and Stay Healthy!!

Dr Veena Dutta

Registrar

From: "Dr. Veena Dutta" <vdutta@ddn.upes.ac.in>

Date: Monday, 16 March 2020 at 9:03 PM
To: "everyone@stu.upes.ac.in" <everyone@stu.upes.ac.in>
Cc: UPES-everyone <everyone@ddn.upes.ac.in>
Subject: Coronavirus (COVID19)-Academic activities in campus suspended till 31st March 2020

 
Dear Students,

 
UPES greatly appreciates the notification issued by the Government of Uttarakhand as a preventive step from the
spread of Corona Virus (COVID – 19) to suspend all academic, co-curricular and extracurricular activities until
31st March 2020. Aligning with the guidelines, all academic activities inside the campus are suspended till 31st
March 2020. Further updates will be released after reviewing the situation.

All arrangements will be made to complete academic commitments, the instructions on mode of curriculum
completion will be issued by schools soon. The academic rigor will continue without any compromise.

Ensuring safety and health of all its stakeholders is prime for UPES and everyone is requested to kindly
follow the precautionary measures for containing the spread of COVID 19.”

Best

Dr Veena Dutta

Registrar

From: "Dr. Veena Dutta" <vdutta@ddn.upes.ac.in>

Date: Friday, 13 March 2020 at 9:38 PM
To: "everyone@stu.upes.ac.in" <everyone@stu.upes.ac.in>
Cc: UPES-everyone <everyone@ddn.upes.ac.in>
Subject: Important Advisory- Academic activities in campus suspended till 22nd March-Coronavirus (COVID19)

Dear Students,
In light of the spread of novel Coronavirus in India and
declaration by WHO as outbreak of a global pandemic,
we at UPES have taken many precautions. As an
additional precaution and proactive measure, the
management has decided to suspend all academic
activities inside the campus till 22nd March 2020. Further
updates will be released after reviewing the situation.
All necessary action for completion of the syllabus will
be taken and communicated in due course of time before
the start of End Term Examinations. The students staying
in hostels are advised to take decision to stay back or
return to their hometown as deemed fit by their families.
We would request you to maintain the precautionary
activities, as has been advised by different health
organizations.  
Stay Healthy
Dr Veena Dutta
Registrar
 

From: "Dr. Veena Dutta" <vdutta@ddn.upes.ac.in>

Date: Wednesday, 4 March 2020 at 11:33 PM
To: "everyone@stu.upes.ac.in" <everyone@stu.upes.ac.in>
Subject: Coronavirus (COVID19) - Important Advisory

 
Dear Students,

 
In line with the recent confirmed cases of coronavirus in India and as a precautionary
measure, following advisory is being issued. 
 
1. Travel advisory – While we would recommend to avoid travel – both international & within India for
both students & employees – All Industrial visits/ any other travel planned in next 2-3 weeks stand
postponed till further notice. All events that involve large gatherings and groups coming together are
being postponed for now. All students planning to travel at personal level are also strongly advised to hold
back the plans. In case it is urgent please make sure that you follow all precautions, minimise the use of
airports and public transport.

2. Holi celebration- Holi Celebration in campus is strictly prohibited for this year. Any student found
playing with colours or water may invite disciplinary action. We also strongly advise to avoid playing Holi
outside campus for your own safety, it might increase the probability of catching cold/ cough etc.

3. Help your friends- In case you discover any student suffering from any of the symptoms, please help
them reach out to Infirmary or a doctor. Students suffering from any of the symptoms are advised to stay
back and not attend classes till the time they are perfectly fit.

4. Be Safe: Please note the following too that should be followed to be safe. These are every simple yet
helpful practices.

·                If  you or someone in the family or someone in immediate proximity has travelled to any  of the
places in Category A, they need to be isolated for 14 days through the incubation period. 

·         Wash
hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. If soap and water
are not available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer. We are making sanitizers
available for all.
·         Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.

·  Avoid close contact with people who are sick. Stay home when you are
             

sick!  Please do not come to work if you are feeling sick. If you have fever of over
98.6F, stay at   home until you are fever-free for 48 hours without the aid of any
medication. 
 ·         Cover
your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash. One
can reduce droplet spread by sneezing/ coughing into your elbow as well.

·         Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces.

·         Avoid
exchange of personal belongings such as bottle, lunch boxes , napkins etc.
as this acts as carriers of infections
Avoid shaking hands and instead fold your hands (Namaste) as a greeting. Let’s
·               
teach and practice this rich cultural tradition which is also EXTREMELY HYGIENIC in
light of today’s situation to prevent the infection!!
 
Campus is also following all sanitization and disinfecting protocols regularly, so please do
cooperate with them and be part of this drive to be safe than be sorry.
We’ve always heard – prevention is better than cure so let’s practice this and be safe.
 
For more information, follow - WHO Public Advisory on Coronavirus:  https://www.who.
int/emergencies/diseases/novel-coronavirus-2019/advice-for-public  and Ministry of Health &
Family Welfare, GOI Advisories on Coronavirus:  https://mohfw.gov.in/diseasealerts/novel-
corona-virus.
 
Stay Healthy and Fit
 
Dr Veena Dutta
Registrar