University of Arizona & Amrita University Collaborate to Enhance Education and Research


University of Arizona & Amrita University Collaborate to Enhance Education and Research

Amrita University and the University of Arizona partner together on a multi-disciplinary partnership in education and research as a part of their endeavor to offer globally relevant world-class programs across the globe. A letter of Intent (LoI) was signed by Chancellor of Amrita University, Mata Amritanandamayi and Dr. Lisel Folks, Provost and VP of Academic Affairs, University of Arizona.

Commenting on this, Dr. Lisel Folks, states, “The University of Arizona shares Amrita's commitment to enriching life for all, its dedication to innovation, and its spirit of compassion. We look forward to working together across multiple disciplines to expand human potential and to care for the world around us”.

The LoI will initiate high standard curriculums leading to integrated and dual-degree programs at the bachelor’s and master’s levels. Also, the key disciplines include Engineering, Biotechnology, Nanotechnology, Social Sciences, Medicine, Public Health, and Agriculture. Also, the program will boost Amrita as the study-abroad site for the University of Arizona students and vice versa, which engages more than 200 students annually for a minimum of one semester.

The major intention of the partnership is to engage in translational research to develop solutions for global sustainability and humanitarian challenges. Also, the key focus areas will include all Engineering disciplines, Biotechnology, Nanotechnology, Molecular Medicine, Social Sciences, Medicine, Nursing, Public Health, Pharmacy, Global Media Studies, Agriculture, and Sustainable Development.