Report on Two-Day International Conference at Utkal University
A two-day International Conference was successfully conducted at Utkal University, Vani Vihar, on 19th and 20th December. The conference witnessed active participation from academicians, researchers, and students from the discipline of psychology, both from India and abroad.
The conference was graced by Prof. Sato, from the Japan University of Foreign Studies, who joined as the Keynote Speaker during the plenary session. His address provided valuable global perspectives and significantly enriched the academic discourse. In addition to this, several renowned professors and scholars from the field of psychology across the globe participated in the conference, leading to a meaningful exchange of ideas, research insights, and interdisciplinary perspectives.
The conference featured the presentation of more than 75 research papers, reflecting diverse contemporary themes and emerging trends in psychological research. Students and scholars actively engaged in discussions, contributing to the overall academic vibrancy of the event.
From Sri Sathya Sai College for Women (SSSCW), the following students participated and represented the Department of Psychology with distinction:
Ms. Swayamshree Ghosh, +3 Third Year, Department of Psychology, presented a research paper on “MANPEETH.”
Ms. Priyanka Srichandan participated in the conference as a Certified Participant.
Ms. Banisha Mohapatra and Ms. Mansha Singh, notable alumni of the Department of Psychology, SSSCW, presented their Undergraduate dissertation papers during the conference sessions.
All the above students participated in the conference under the guidance of Mrs. Barsha Rani Ojha, Lecturer in Psychology, SSSCW. Mrs. Ojha also actively contributed to the conference by presenting a research paper titled “Dopamine Minimalism,” which was well received by the academic audience.
Overall, the two-day international conference served as a significant platform for scholarly interaction, academic learning, and professional exposure for both faculty and students, thereby contributing to the advancement of psychological research and global academic collaboration.