OP Jindal Global University (JGU) was recently conferred the 2025 Global Education for Peace Award by the Society of Transnational Academic Researchers (STAR) at the STAR Global Conference 2025 in Istanbul, Türkiye.
The Society of Transnational Academic Researchers (STAR Scholars Network) is an international forum dedicated to empowering scholars as change agents to shape a humane world.
By advancing global social mobility through innovative research and progressive advocacy, STAR builds communities supporting scholars across borders.
Accepting the award on behalf of JGU, the founding Vice-Chancellor, JGU, Prof (Dr) C Raj Kumar said in his valedictory address,
“It was in Istanbul, the bridge between Asia and Europe, where civilisations once intersected, that I sought a new global compact for higher education. I called for one which gave pride of place to the importance of local knowledge and community wisdom. International declarations and slogans do not secure the future of sustainability—it has to be brought about through the lived experiences of people—especially, farmers, artisans, women, and youth. Universities must become crucibles where local realities mingle with global research and create an ecosystem of hope and knowledge. The Global South must shake off its practice of being just a recipient of information and values; it must create these on its own, and these must be rooted in ethics, inclusion, and social justice. Universities will become truly sustainable when we listen to the sounds of the earth, the voices of communities, and lead with empathy. When we define excellence, we need to emphasise the importance of impact over prestige, put collaboration over competition. We must redefine excellence to value impact over prestige, collaboration over competition, and put purpose ahead of profit. The university of the future will be inclusive, innovative, and in harmony with existence.”
The award recognizes JGU’s curriculum grounded in ethical leadership, critical thinking, and interdisciplinary learning. With over 550 international collaborations, a commitment to community engagement and social responsibility, JGU introduces initiatives that prepare students to become responsible, informed, and compassionate global citizens.
President of the STAR Scholars Network, Prof (Dr) Uttam Gaulee said,
“Congratulations to O.P. Jindal Global University on receiving the prestigious 2025 Global Education for Peace Award. As a relatively young institution, JGU’s remarkable rise and recognition on the global stage is truly exemplary and serves as a beacon of inspiration for universities around the world. The leadership at JGU has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to fostering peace through education, creating a profound impact that transcends borders. We are also thrilled to announce that JGU will host the 2026 STAR Global Conference in December 2026. We look forward to collaborating with their visionary team to further our shared mission of empowering scholars and shaping a more humane world. JGU’s dedication to integrating local knowledge with global perspectives resonates deeply with the STAR Scholars Network’s goals. Together, we can continue to build ecosystems of hope, knowledge, and sustainable development. Congratulations once again to JGU and its leadership on this well-deserved honour.”
The STAR Global Conference advocated for a broader, more inclusive understanding of knowledge that embraces diverse methodologies for creating and sharing knowledge. It also focused not only on applying the knowledge locally but also in advancing it globally.
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