CNN Central News & Network–ITDC India Epress/ITDC News Bhopal: The University of New Haven’s new president Jens Frederiksen, Ph.D., is visiting Mumbai, India, to interact with academic and industry leaders to talk about his global vision for the University to become a global powerhouse for preparing the next generation of elite talent to excel in the workforce of the future.
An innovative higher education leader with extensive experience in enrollment management, fundraising, and academic/corporate pathways, Dr Frederiksen assumed the presidency on March 1. He is looking to continue the University’s momentum in India, where the University has experienced great success attracting students to pursue graduate degrees, particularly in the University’s more than 55 STEM-designated graduate degree programs, which prepare students for a wide variety of cutting-edge careers.
More than 2,800 students for India are currently enrolled at the University. They are pursuing advanced degrees in each of the University’s five academic colleges and schools.
“The University of New Haven has a rich history of attracting students from across India and around the globe to our suburban campus located in Connecticut, between New York City and Boston, to pursue advanced degrees in a wide variety of fields, including data science, public health criminal justice, and business analytics,” said Dr Frederiksen. “We are working to further capitalize on this momentum to create new opportunities to enrich the University’s relationships with businesses and academic institutions in India. We are deeply committed to delivering an unparalleled return on investment for Indian students as well as the entire University community.”
