Chandigarh University News

CU Campus - Chandigarh University’s University Institute of Architecture successfully organized an expert talk on "The Value of Heritage: Lessons in Conservation Philosophy and Practice from the SPAB (UK) Scholarship Program." The session featured Ms. Sarika Jhawar, an esteemed expert in architectural conservation, who shared her knowledge and experiences in preserving built heritage. During the talk, Ms. Jhawar emphasized the importance of heritage conservation and discussed the philosophies that guide sustainable restoration practices. Drawing from her experiences with the Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings (SPAB), UK, she provided valuable insights into real-world restoration projects and the principles governing effective conservation strategies. The event also included an engaging discussion on contemporary conservation challenges, the significance of traditional building techniques, and the evolving role of architects in heritage preservation. A lively Q...

Chandigarh - Seventy-one students from the University Institute of Architecture, Chandigarh University and the Chandigarh College of Architecture participated in an intensive workshop aimed at critically evaluating urban risks.  Under the subject of Disaster Risk Management, the students from 7th semester focused on assessing disaster risks associated with seven key buildings and the campus of Panjab University, located in Sector 14, Chandigarh. Led by Dr. Niyati Jigyasu, Professor at UIA, Chandigarh University, the workshop had commenced with in-depth theoretical lectures in a classroom setting, laying the foundational knowledge needed for risk analysis and mitigation techniques.  Following the on-site assessment, the final phase will consist of collaborative brainstorming sessions, where students will analyse the gathered data, engage in discussions, and develop strategic solutions, culminating in the presentation of their findings.