How to create a productive study environment at home or hostel

Whether you’re studying from home or a university hostel, your environment can make or break your focus. Here are practical tips to help you set up a space that enhances concentration, supports your well-being, and keeps you motivated throughout your academic journey. Creating the right environment plays a crucial role in your ability to focus, absorb information, and stay consistent with your academic goals. With … Continue reading How to create a productive study environment at home or hostel

10 Hacks to Help You Study and Retain Lessons Better

Studying for exams doesn’t have to mean cramming at the last minute. Here are  10 simple yet research-backed hacks to help you study smarter, improve retention, and stay ahead. There’s always a scramble ahead of exams when we try to cram large volumes of information into our brains. Not exactly the most effective way to study, is it? Here are 10 study hacks that can … Continue reading 10 Hacks to Help You Study and Retain Lessons Better

Prepping for Placements: How CMRU Trains Students to Be Industry-Ready

With a structured placement ecosystem, industry-aligned training, and a strong focus on soft skills and technical readiness, the university ensures students graduate with the confidence and competence to thrive in today’s competitive job market.  By Dr. Saravana Prasad, Head, Placements, CMR University (City Campus) At CMR University, preparing students to be industry-ready is a priority embedded into the academic journey from day one. This is … Continue reading Prepping for Placements: How CMRU Trains Students to Be Industry-Ready

CMRU School of Management: Connecting Students with Industry Leaders from Day One

Professor Dr. R. Vaithiyanathan, Dean, School of Management, outlines how CMR University’s curriculum is designed to bridge the gap between academia and industry through experiential learning, practitioner-led courses, global exposure and cutting-edge initiatives that prepare students to thrive in a fast-evolving world of work.  By Professor Dr. R. Vaithiyanathan, Dean, School of Management, CMR University At CMR University’s School of Management, our curriculum is industry-relevant … Continue reading CMRU School of Management: Connecting Students with Industry Leaders from Day One

How to build a study routine that actually works (and keeps you sane) in 10 steps

Struggling to stay consistent with your studies? From finding your “power hours” to embracing the Pomodoro technique, these 10 student-friendly tips will help you stay focused, motivated and on track. Audit your daily drama Before you plan, track your day. When do you have classes, meals and Netflix time? Identify those sneaky free slots and plug in your study sessions, without sacrificing your favourite shows. … Continue reading How to build a study routine that actually works (and keeps you sane) in 10 steps

How CMRU’s Research Is Redefining Social Impact In Karnataka

Design Thinking Meets Rural Innovation: Student-led Projects Creating Sustainable Change At CMR University, Design Thinking is more than a methodology — it is a mindset that shapes how students engage with the world’s most pressing challenges. With empathy, creativity, and a strong problem-solving approach, students are encouraged to immerse themselves in real societal issues, beginning with those affecting rural communities in Karnataka. The university fosters … Continue reading How CMRU’s Research Is Redefining Social Impact In Karnataka

Brushes & Beyond 2025: Midway Highlights from the National Art Camp

Tradition meets experimentation in a week of colour, craft, and community at CMR University. The Brushes & Beyond National Art Camp at CMR University’s Lakeside Campus entered its second phase with a spirited blend of textiles, printmaking, sculpture, mural traditions, and memory-inspired art-making. From August 22–26, 2025, a new cohort of artists engaged students in dialogue between tradition and innovation, community memory and contemporary practice. … Continue reading Brushes & Beyond 2025: Midway Highlights from the National Art Camp

Brushes & Beyond: CMR National Art Camp 2025

The Lakeside Campus of CMR University is alive with colour, creativity, and collaboration as the National Art Camp 2025 – Brushes & Beyond, unfolded on August 18, 2025. The ten-day celebration of artistic expression has become a hive of ideas, materials, and conversations, bringing together distinguished artists from across the nation. The fascinating art camp is designed to engage students in a variety of art … Continue reading Brushes & Beyond: CMR National Art Camp 2025

Dr Prahalada Ramarao joins CMR University as Professor Emeritus

Dr Prahalada Ramarao is a renowned missile and rocket scientist with distinguished tenures at both DRDO and ISRO. He currently serves as Pro-Chancellor at S-VYASA (a Deemed-to-be University in Bengaluru) and is also Adjunct Faculty in the Departments of Management and Aerospace at the Indian Institute of Science (IISc) and the National Institute of Advanced Studies (NIAS), Bengaluru. Dr Ramarao previously served as Vice-Chancellor of … Continue reading Dr Prahalada Ramarao joins CMR University as Professor Emeritus

CMR University Leads Design Thinking, AI, and the Next Chapter in Innovation

CMR University launches the India Chapter of the Global Design Thinking Alliance, leading a national movement to reimagine innovation, education, and inclusion through human-centred design in the age of AI. By Vindhya Umapathy On July 10, 2025, CMR University marked a major milestone in India’s innovation journey by hosting the launch of the India Chapter of the Global Design Thinking Alliance (GDTA). The event brought … Continue reading CMR University Leads Design Thinking, AI, and the Next Chapter in Innovation