Anant National University Hosts Reema Desai Gehi for Inspiring Talk on Art and Innovation
Anant National University recently hosted Reema Desai Gehi, Editor-in-Chief of ARTIndia and author of 'The Catalyst: Rudolf von Leyden and India's Artistic Awakening', for an insightful talk session on October 3, 2025. The event, organized by the Centre for Visual Arts, aimed to broaden students' perspectives and inspire innovative solutions.
Gehi, who published her critically acclaimed book 'The Catalyst' in 2024, shared her insights on keeping ARTIndia relevant and flourishing in the digital age. She emphasized the importance of fresh, accessible content with editorial integrity. Gehi also highlighted the significance of rigorous research in understanding contemporary art and maintaining media relevance.
Anant National University, following the DesignX pedagogy, combines traditional design with liberal arts, emerging technologies, and community experiences. It offers multidisciplinary programmes in design, architecture, climate action, and visual arts, training students to become 'solutionaries'. The university's commitment to excellence has been recognized by the Government of Gujarat, designating it as a Centre of Excellence.
The university's commitment to academic excellence is further reflected in its ratings. It has received a '5-Star Rating' in Architecture and a '4-Star Rating' in the University category in the Gujarat State Institutional Rating Framework (GSIRF) 2023-24. By hosting thought leaders like Reema Desai Gehi, Anant National University continues to enrich its students' learning experience and foster a culture of innovation and creativity.
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