Simon Fraser University has signed an agreement with the Indian Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR) that will see scholars from India visiting SFU with the goal of fostering cultural relationships.
Under the five-year agreement, Indian scholars from a range of disciplines will visit SFU while working to develop connections between the school, India and the South Asian community in British Columbia.
“This program strengthens our already extensive ties with India,” said SFU President Andrew Petter, who is in New Delhi with the B.C. Premier’s India mission.
“Bringing leading Indian scholars to SFU will enrich our educational programs and research environment, while providing opportunities to further share India’s rich heritage and culture with the communities we serve.”
The scholars will be made honourary members of the SFU India Advisory Council, which is involved with facilitating research collaborations and initiatives for SFU students to work and volunteer in India.
Scholars will have backgrounds in international studies, business, contemporary arts and literature.
