Dr. M.D. Dhanaraju is the Principal & Director (Research) at the GIET School of Pharmacy, AP. He has a B.Pharm, M.Pharm and a Ph.D. in the field of pharmacy & has experience of 25 years which includes teaching along with research. He has more than 200 research papers published & has guided several Ph.D., Postgraduate & graduate students in their research projects.

GIET School of Pharmacy

What is your philosophy of Leadership?

“A structured approach to leading others with compassion & a high degree of involvement”

I would describe my leadership style as direct, and leading by example. I enjoy delegating tasks and taking the lead. However, I also like to stay involved and inspire my team by showing that I'm working hands-on to help them, too.

How do you practice inclusion towards students from various socioeconomic backgrounds?

“Multicultural & diversity programs along with financial aid for the needy”

Our institute encourages students to learn about other cultures and beliefs to break out of their comfort zone and explore meaningful possibilities. We also provide access to additional academic and financial resources to our students who come from weaker financial roots. Our goal is to potentially make a positive impact on the lives of others. Many scholarships or grants (which don’t have to be repaid) are offered to students as well.

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What are your roles & responsibilities as a Principal of this School?

“Promote student success & learning through personalized support & encouragement”

  • Strengthen and centralize programs and practices that support academic achievement for all students.
  • Promote academic excellence in an engaged student-focused learning environment.
  • Attract and retain faculty who reflect the diversity of our students and are excellent teachers and leaders.
  • Enhance educational partnerships with international universities that promote global connections for faculty, staff, and students.

What do you see as your college’s greatest strengths?

“Prodigious faculty with a highly enabled framework of the college”

  • Well qualified Experienced Teaching and Nonteaching staff 
  • Employee commitment and engagement
  • Physical infrastructure and equipment facilities
  • Sustainability initiatives and practices

What type of educational reforms are necessary for the current age?

“Teaching must be more active, & designed with students unique qualities in mind”

  • New teaching/learning approaches that enable the development of critical and creative thinking should be integrated into the education model.
  • Interdisciplinary and transdisciplinary approaches should be taken and non-scientific forms of knowledge should be explored.

What valuable advice would you like to give the students for them to succeed? 

“Never let the failures & mistakes of the past, decide your future”

As these are very tough & competitive times for a student, I would advise them to:

  • Challenge yourself
  • Believe in yourself.
  • Have a vision
  • Know your goals & Learn from mistakes
  • Don’t fear failure.

How do you maintain a healthy environment at your college?

“Addressing student needs & building trust by practicing clear communication”

Good Relationships, Clear Communication, and developing trust are the most important key events to maintain a healthy environment at GIET School of Pharmacy.

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