• 19 Sep, 2024

Unlocking Opportunities for BHU Students: Uniqlo's Collaboration with Banaras Hindu University

Banaras Hindu University (BHU) has embarked on a transformative journey, fostering global partnerships to enrich the educational landscape for its students. Recently, a significant milestone was achieved as BHU joined hands with Fast Retailing, Japan’s premier apparel company and parent company of Uniqlo, in a groundbreaking Memorandum of Understanding (MoU).

UniQloThe rendezvous between BHU's Vice-Chancellor, Professor Sudhir Kumar Jain, and Uniqlo's distinguished delegation marked the dawn of a promising era. Spearheaded by Noriaki Koyama, Group Executive Vice President of Fast Retailing, alongside Shinichi Hashimoto, Director of HR & General Administration at Uniqlo, and Mayank Shukla, Principal Strategist at Fast Retailing, the meeting heralded extensive discussions on fortifying the collaborative framework.

This partnership serves as a beacon of hope, illuminating pathways for BHU students to embark on enriching learning journeys and coveted internship opportunities within the realms of Uniqlo’s dynamic ecosystem. Under the astute guidance of Professor Jain, BHU has witnessed an influx of students delving into immersive internships, acquiring invaluable professional acumen nurtured by the expertise of Uniqlo's seasoned professionals.

Celebrating the success stories nurtured by this symbiotic relationship, Professor Jain expressed his elation at witnessing BHU scholars flourishing within Uniqlo's global arena. He extolled the commendable endeavors of Uniqlo's team, whose unwavering commitment has propelled the fruition of talent nurturing initiatives at BHU. Notably, Shreyas Jaiswal, a luminary from the Institute of Management Studies, stands as a testament to the efficacy of this collaboration. Selected under the esteemed Global Management Programme facilitated by the MoU, Jaiswal currently thrives within Uniqlo's vibrant milieu in Japan, epitomizing the transformative potential of such cross-cultural exchanges.

As the partnership evolves, BHU and Fast Retailing remain steadfast in their resolve to amplify avenues for student scholarships, foster management training workshops, and cultivate a robust framework for sustained bilateral engagement. Together, they chart a course towards a future where academia and industry converge seamlessly, nurturing a generation of empowered leaders poised to leave an indelible mark on the global stage.

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In essence, the collaboration between BHU and Uniqlo epitomizes the ethos of symbiosis, wherein academia and industry synergize to sculpt a future brimming with promise and prosperity. As BHU students continue to embark on transformative journeys within Uniqlo's fold, the echoes of this partnership resonate far and wide, inspiring generations to come.

Kalyani Bhatia

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