Vice chancellors renowned for their leadership in excellence prioritize merit above all else, eliminating favoritism, nepotism, and personal biases. They uphold a commitment to “Merit, Merit, and Merit” as the sole mantra of governance. Successful leaders defy the status quo, fostering creativity and innovation. Dr. Krishna Nath Pandey exemplifies this ethos as Vice Chancellor of Sunrise University, steering it towards success with his expertise and dedication to excellence.
From the Scratch
Born in a small village in eastern Uttar Pradesh, Dr. Pandey’s father passed away when he was just two and a half years old, leaving his family in challenging circumstances due to the Zamindari abolition. Despite this, he began his education at a local school and later moved to a town for higher secondary education. From there, he pursued university studies, eventually earning a scholarship for his PhD in English at IIT Delhi, although he found the fellowship less appealing.
Journey towards Academics
Dr. Pandey’s career began with roles in HR and administration at Powergrid Corporation of India Ltd, NTPC, and the Ministry of HRD, Govt of India. Additionally, he has experience teaching English language and literature at Tribhuvan University (Kathmandu, Nepal), following the advice of Professor Narang of JNU. His career ultimately caused him to turn to academia, where eventually he wrote several books and papers, including one published by Springer.
Beyond this, Dr. Krishna Nath Pandey has an extensive career marked by significant accomplishments in academia and administration. Since January 2022, Dr. Pandey has also been the President of worldeuniversity.com, where he aims to establish a global presence in higher education.
He has a strong background in academic publishing, having been Editor in Chief and Dean at Lingaya’s University. His tenure at Lingaya involved guiding Ph.D. students, publishing research, and upgrading curricula.
As the Vice Chancellor
The major challenge of the Vice Chancellor of Sunrise University Dr. Krishna Nath was to verify the degree before it was recognized by the UGC. He changed the compass of the university from just producing degree holders to producing employment competent people. Therefore, he could attain recognition in the form of UGC and thus promote Sunrise University on the international level which could be considered as one of the major milestones.
Staying abreast with the situation and utilizing the MOOCs, Dr. Pandey was able to maintain the integrity of learning during the lockdown. He ensured the students can smoothly transition back for on campus learning by 2022 by delivering the learning curve in theoretical and practical parts.
Down the line Dr. Pandey’s target for Sunrise University is to get international accreditation and recognition so that the university attracts students from around the world. He wants to see it as something beyond a local university but one that is a center of global learning and practices.
On a Personal Note
Outside of academia, Dr. Krishna Nath Pandey prioritizes his family, particularly caring for his wife’s health. While both his children are successfully settled in their respective lives, his professional life allows him to contribute intellectually while maintaining a balanced approach to personal well-being. Also, a lively and a spiritual personality, Dr. Pandey has read all the religious scriptures, and believes in humanity above any religion or caste.
Expanding Academic Horizons
As a renowned author, Dr. Krishna Nath Pandey’s books on Amazon have garnered significant attention. He explains that pricing and publishing decisions are managed by publishers like Springer, who compensate him upfront, allowing him to focus on content and academic impact rather than financial aspects.
Regarding worldeuniversity.com, Dr. Pandey describes it as a project close to his heart, aimed at establishing a global presence in higher education. All in all, post-retirement, he plans to pursue accreditation and expand its influence beyond traditional boundaries.
