OP Jindal Global University conferred Global Education for Peace Award

OP Jindal Global University (JGU) has been conferred with the 2025 Global Education for Peace Award by the STAR Scholars Network. The award recognises the role of universities as sanctuaries of intellectual freedom, intercultural understanding, and ethical leadership at a time when humanity faces growing polarization and conflict.

This international award celebrates higher education institutions that exemplify commitment to advancing peace through education. The announcement was made on the occasion of the United Nations International Day of Peace (21 September), while highlighting the significance of education as a cornerstone for building an inclusive and sustainable world.

Submissions were evaluated by a distinguished global committee based on the depth, breadth, and impact of each institution’s efforts in promoting global education and peace. The rigorous selection process considered the innovative nature of courses, the effectiveness of pedagogical approaches, and the extent of international collaboration and community engagement.

According to Emeritus Professor, University of Pittsburgh, and Chair of the Award Selection Committee, Prof John C Weidman, JGU’s work represents “a model for how universities worldwide can integrate peace, justice, and sustainability into the heart of their educational mission.”

This year, JGU shared the honour with the American University in the Emirates (UAE). Together, the two institutions showcase the transformative role of universities in fostering global citizenship, intercultural understanding, ethical leadership, and a culture of peace.

The award recognizes JGU’s

• Curriculum grounded in ethical leadership, critical thinking, and interdisciplinary learning.

• Over 550 international collaborations, enabling global dialogue and cooperation.

• Commitment to community engagement and social responsibility.

• Initiatives that prepare students to become informed, responsible, and compassionate global citizens.

President of the STAR Scholars Network, Prof (Dr) Uttam Gaulee, said, 

“In honouring these exemplary institutions, we celebrate the transformative power of education as the most peaceful revolution the world has ever known. Their dedication shows us that the surest path to peace begins in classrooms that dare to imagine a more just and compassionate world.”

Chancellor, JGU, Naveen Jindal remarked,

“This award is a testament to JGU’s unwavering belief that education is the greatest catalyst for peace. Our vision has always been to build a university that transcends borders, fosters harmony, and equips future generations to solve humanity’s most pressing challenges. I am deeply proud of our community for making JGU a symbol of hope and global solidarity.”

Vice Chancellor, JGU, Prof (Dr) C Raj Kumar, commented,

“This recognition is not only a profound honour but also a powerful reaffirmation of the ideals upon which JGU was built. At a time when humanity faces polarization and conflict, universities must stand as sanctuaries of dialogue, empathy, and collective wisdom. This award belongs to our faculty, students, staff, alumni, and partners who embody the spirit of education as a force for peace. On this International Day of Peace, we rededicate ourselves to advancing knowledge, nurturing compassion, and shaping leaders who will contribute to a more just, inclusive, and sustainable world.”

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