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Alum Gifts $1M to BITS Pilani for Female Students
17 Dec
Summary
- An alumnus has endowed $1 million to BITS Pilani.
- The fund supports female students and faculty-guided innovation.
- This contribution aims to empower students and foster problem-solving.
BITS Pilani, recognized as an Institute of Eminence, has been granted a significant $1 million endowment by its distinguished alumnus, Brij Bhushan. This substantial contribution is set to bolster the institute's commitment to student development and academic advancement.
The fund, spearheaded by Bhushan, a founder of Reston Consulting Group and a member of BITS Pilani's inaugural 1960 batch, specifically targets the empowerment of female students. It also aims to foster innovative, faculty-guided solutions to address pressing real-world challenges, reflecting a dedication to both gender equity and practical problem-solving.
This endowment builds upon the Bhushan couple's prior support, including the establishment of MCN scholarships in 2009. Their belief in BITS ethos and mission, coupled with their past experience teaching at the Pilani campus in 2006, underscores a deep-seated commitment to the institution's growth and student welfare.
