{"id":5599,"date":"2026-08-14T08:45:44","date_gmt":"2026-08-14T08:45:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.educationtoday.co\/blog\/?p=5599"},"modified":"2026-08-14T08:45:45","modified_gmt":"2026-08-14T08:45:45","slug":"dr-n-vijaya-kumar-building-future-ready-learners-through-values-innovation-and-purposeful-education","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.educationtoday.co\/blog\/dr-n-vijaya-kumar-building-future-ready-learners-through-values-innovation-and-purposeful-education\/","title":{"rendered":"Dr. N. Vijaya Kumar: Building Future-Ready Learners Through Values, Innovation, and Purposeful Education"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"root-eb-toc-b7p5g wp-block-essential-blocks-table-of-contents\"><div class=\"eb-parent-wrapper eb-parent-eb-toc-b7p5g \"><div class=\"eb-toc-container eb-toc-b7p5g  eb-toc-is-not-sticky eb-toc-not-collapsible eb-toc-initially-not-collapsed eb-toc-scrollToTop style-1 list-style-none\" data-scroll-top=\"false\" data-scroll-top-icon=\"fas fa-angle-up\" data-collapsible=\"false\" data-sticky-hide-mobile=\"false\" data-sticky=\"false\" data-scroll-target=\"scroll_to_toc\" data-copy-link=\"false\" data-editor-type=\"\" data-hide-desktop=\"false\" data-hide-tab=\"false\" data-hide-mobile=\"false\" data-itemcollapsed=\"false\" data-highlight-scroll=\"false\"><div class=\"eb-toc-header\"><h2 class=\"eb-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/h2><\/div><div class=\"eb-toc-wrapper \" data-headers=\"[{&quot;level&quot;:2,&quot;content&quot;:&quot;The Journey So Far: Building with Intention and Integrity&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;The Journey So Far: Building with Intention and Integrity&quot;,&quot;link&quot;:&quot;the-journey-so-far-building-with-intention-and-integrity&quot;},{&quot;level&quot;:3,&quot;content&quot;:&quot;Reimagining the Classroom: Discipline with Humanity&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Reimagining the Classroom: Discipline with Humanity&quot;,&quot;link&quot;:&quot;reimagining-the-classroom-discipline-with-humanity&quot;},{&quot;level&quot;:3,&quot;content&quot;:&quot;Beyond Screens: A Measured Approach to Technology&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Beyond Screens: A Measured Approach to Technology&quot;,&quot;link&quot;:&quot;beyond-screens-a-measured-approach-to-technology&quot;},{&quot;level&quot;:3,&quot;content&quot;:&quot;Mentorship, Reflection and the Fabric of School Communities&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Mentorship, Reflection and the Fabric of School Communities&quot;,&quot;link&quot;:&quot;mentorship-reflection-and-the-fabric-of-school-communities&quot;},{&quot;level&quot;:3,&quot;content&quot;:&quot;Preparing for an Unwritten Future&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Preparing for an Unwritten Future&quot;,&quot;link&quot;:&quot;preparing-for-an-unwritten-future&quot;},{&quot;level&quot;:3,&quot;content&quot;:&quot;A Legacy Rooted in Purpose and Possibility&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;A Legacy Rooted in Purpose and Possibility&quot;,&quot;link&quot;:&quot;a-legacy-rooted-in-purpose-and-possibility&quot;}]\" data-visible=\"[true,true,true,true,true,true]\" data-delete-headers=\"[{&quot;label&quot;:&quot;The Journey So Far: Building with Intention and Integrity&quot;,&quot;value&quot;:&quot;the-journey-so-far-building-with-intention-and-integrity&quot;,&quot;isDelete&quot;:false},{&quot;label&quot;:&quot;Reimagining the Classroom: Discipline with Humanity&quot;,&quot;value&quot;:&quot;reimagining-the-classroom-discipline-with-humanity&quot;,&quot;isDelete&quot;:false},{&quot;label&quot;:&quot;Beyond Screens: A Measured Approach to Technology&quot;,&quot;value&quot;:&quot;beyond-screens-a-measured-approach-to-technology&quot;,&quot;isDelete&quot;:false},{&quot;label&quot;:&quot;Mentorship, Reflection and the Fabric of School Communities&quot;,&quot;value&quot;:&quot;mentorship-reflection-and-the-fabric-of-school-communities&quot;,&quot;isDelete&quot;:false},{&quot;label&quot;:&quot;Preparing for an Unwritten Future&quot;,&quot;value&quot;:&quot;preparing-for-an-unwritten-future&quot;,&quot;isDelete&quot;:false},{&quot;label&quot;:&quot;A Legacy Rooted in Purpose and Possibility&quot;,&quot;value&quot;:&quot;a-legacy-rooted-in-purpose-and-possibility&quot;,&quot;isDelete&quot;:false}]\" data-smooth=\"true\" data-top-offset=\"\"><div class=\"eb-toc__list-wrap\"><ul class=\"eb-toc__list\"><li><a href=\"#the-journey-so-far-building-with-intention-and-integrity\">The Journey So Far: Building with Intention and Integrity<\/a><ul class=\"eb-toc__list\"><li><a href=\"#reimagining-the-classroom-discipline-with-humanity\">Reimagining the Classroom: Discipline with Humanity<\/a><li><a href=\"#beyond-screens-a-measured-approach-to-technology\">Beyond Screens: A Measured Approach to Technology<\/a><li><a href=\"#mentorship-reflection-and-the-fabric-of-school-communities\">Mentorship, Reflection and the Fabric of School Communities<\/a><li><a href=\"#preparing-for-an-unwritten-future\">Preparing for an Unwritten Future<\/a><li><a href=\"#a-legacy-rooted-in-purpose-and-possibility\">A Legacy Rooted in Purpose and Possibility<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In a time when education is often measured through metrics, rankings, and outcomes, <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.educationtoday.co\/\">EducationToday <\/a><\/strong>continues to highlight leaders who quietly reshape its very purpose.<strong> Dr. N. Vijaya Kumar<\/strong> stands among them, an educationist whose work reflects not spectacle, but substance; not speed, but sustainability. As Founder, Chairman and Managing Director of the National Centre for Excellence (NCFE), Bengaluru, he has, over nearly two decades, cultivated institutions that prioritise character as much as competence, and reflection as much as results, embodying the ideals of <strong>holistic education<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Established in 2006, NCFE today stands as a CBSE-affiliated, ISO 9001:2015 certified institution with multiple campuses across Bengaluru, positioning itself among leading <strong>CBSE schools<\/strong>. Yet its true distinction lies not in infrastructure or expansion alone, but in the clarity of its founding philosophy: that education must prepare children not only to succeed in examinations, but to navigate life with resilience, discernment and integrity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Dr. Vijaya Kumar\u2019s leadership is defined by a rare steadiness of purpose, reflecting exemplary <strong>educational leadership in India<\/strong>. In an educational landscape frequently shaped by rapid change and competing priorities, he has remained anchored in a belief that schools are long-term societal investments, spaces where individuals are not merely instructed, but formed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>The Journey So Far: Building with Intention and Integrity<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Dr. Vijaya Kumar\u2019s relationship with education was shaped not by grand institutions, but by formative human experiences. Raised in an environment where learning was regarded as a moral responsibility rather than a transactional service, he developed an early appreciation for the transformative power of committed educators.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This grounding would later inform his decision to establish the National Centre for Excellence. The intention was neither to replicate existing models nor to chase scale for its own sake, but to build institutions that function as stabilising forces within their communities, places where discipline, empathy and intellectual rigour coexist, reinforcing <strong>character development<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The expansion of NCFE reflects this measured approach. Beginning with its flagship campus in C V Raman Nagar, the institution extended its presence to Jeevan Bhima Nagar in 2017 and Mandur in 2024. Each phase of growth was deliberate, guided by the principle that sustainability must precede scale, and that institutional culture must remain consistent regardless of size.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Recognition has followed, including honours for Visionary Leadership in Entrepreneurship and Education at the ET Achievers Awards Bangalore 2024. Yet for Dr. Vijaya Kumar, such accolades remain secondary. True achievement, in his view, is reflected in the trust of parents, the stability of school culture, and the quiet confidence of students as they step into the world beyond school.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Reimagining the Classroom: Discipline with Humanity<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At the heart of Dr. Vijaya Kumar\u2019s philosophy lies a conviction that education must evolve, yet never at the cost of its ethical centre. While methodologies may shift and tools may advance, the responsibility of schools remains unchanged: to teach with purpose, clarity and care.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Within NCFE classrooms, this philosophy takes tangible form. Academic rigour is treated with seriousness, lessons are structured, objectives are clear, and expectations are high, reflecting <strong>disciplined learning<\/strong>. Yet this structure is balanced by a strong emphasis on emotional safety and mutual respect. Students are encouraged to progress at a pace aligned with their individual capacities, ensuring that learning remains both challenging and accessible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Teachers, in this ecosystem, are not merely instructors but reflective practitioners. They are encouraged to question their own methods, adapt to student needs, and engage in continuous professional growth. Dialogue and inquiry are actively promoted, moving learning beyond memorisation towards understanding and application.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This balance between discipline and empathy defines the NCFE classroom. It is an environment where learning is neither mechanical nor indulgent, but purposeful, rooted in both intellectual engagement and human connection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Beyond Screens: A Measured Approach to Technology<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In an age increasingly shaped by digital immersion, Dr. Vijaya Kumar\u2019s approach to technology is notably restrained and thoughtful. While he acknowledges its potential to enhance learning, he remains cautious of allowing it to dictate educational priorities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At NCFE, technology functions as a support system rather than a central driver. Digital platforms are utilised to facilitate personalised learning pathways, streamline assessments, and enhance teacher efficiency, contributing to <strong>future-ready learning<\/strong>. However, the primacy of human interaction remains intact.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Students are encouraged not only to use technology, but to question it. They learn to evaluate information critically, to distinguish between knowledge and noise, and to apply digital tools responsibly. This emphasis on discernment ensures that technology becomes an enabler of thought, rather than a substitute for it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">By maintaining this balance, NCFE prepares students to engage with the digital world intelligently and ethically, an essential competency in contemporary society.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Mentorship, Reflection and the Fabric of School Communities<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For Dr. Vijaya Kumar, education extends far beyond curriculum frameworks. Schools, he believes, are living communities, ecosystems sustained by shared values, relationships and a collective sense of purpose.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Mentorship forms a central pillar of this vision, strengthening <strong>student mentorship<\/strong>. Students are given opportunities to take on leadership roles, participate in collaborative initiatives, and engage in service-oriented activities. These experiences foster not only competence but character, encouraging integrity, empathy, and resilience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Reflection is equally integral. Students are encouraged to think about their actions, decisions, and learning processes, cultivating self-awareness alongside academic achievement. This reflective practice equips them to navigate complexity with clarity and confidence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Teachers, too, are at the heart of this community. Dr. Vijaya Kumar places significant emphasis on their growth and well-being, recognising that the strength of any institution lies in the quality of its educators. Continuous professional development, supportive work environments, and a culture of collaboration ensure that teachers remain engaged, motivated, and effective.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Parental engagement further reinforces this ecosystem. By fostering open communication and shared responsibility, NCFE creates a cohesive environment where students receive consistent guidance both at school and at home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Preparing for an Unwritten Future<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Looking ahead, Dr. Vijaya Kumar anticipates a future in which education becomes increasingly interdisciplinary, personalised and skills-oriented. Traditional models of assessment, he believes, will gradually give way to approaches that prioritise creativity, problem-solving and real-world application.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">NCFE has already begun aligning itself with this evolving landscape. Its campuses are no longer confined to conventional classroom structures, but have transformed into dynamic learning environments, reflecting ongoing <strong>school innovation<\/strong>. Smart classrooms, adaptive learning systems, innovation zones, and dedicated spaces for sports, arts, and experiential learning collectively create a holistic educational experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yet amidst this transformation, coherence remains central. Academic content is carefully integrated with life skills, ethical reasoning, and critical thinking, ensuring that learning retains its relevance beyond examinations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Dr. Vijaya Kumar\u2019s vision is not to prepare students for a predetermined future, but to equip them with the tools to navigate uncertainty. Adaptability, resilience, curiosity, and integrity are cultivated as essential attributes, enabling learners to respond thoughtfully to challenges that cannot yet be fully anticipated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>A Legacy Rooted in Purpose and Possibility<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ultimately, Dr. N. Vijaya Kumar\u2019s contribution to education lies in his ability to balance continuity with change. While embracing innovation and responding to contemporary demands, he has remained steadfast in his commitment to the fundamental purpose of education: the formation of individuals who are capable, ethical, and self-aware.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">His schools are not defined solely by academic outcomes, but by the kind of individuals they nurture: students who are curious yet grounded, confident yet reflective, and ambitious yet responsible. By blending academic rigour with emotional intelligence, and by fostering environments that value both independence and collaboration, he has created institutions that prepare learners not just for success, but for significance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In a world characterised by rapid transformation and increasing complexity, such an approach is both timely and necessary. Dr. Vijaya Kumar\u2019s work serves as a reminder that education, at its best, is not about producing results, but about shaping lives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Through his vision and leadership, the National Centre for Excellence stands as a testament to what schooling can achieve when guided by purpose, discipline, and humanity. It is, in every sense, an education for an unwritten future, one that empowers students not merely to adapt to change, but to shape it with confidence and conscience.<\/p>\n\n\n\t\t<div class=\"sp-easy-accordion-block sp-eab-regular-accordion alignwide\"\n\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"sp-eab-wrapper sp-eab-vertical-accordion sp-eab-b803ccedc21f\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class='sp-eab-accordion sp-eab-mode-vertical sp-eab-vertical-two sp-d-flex' data-accordion-settings=\"{&quot;mode&quot;:&quot;vertical&quot;,&quot;activeEvent&quot;:&quot;click&quot;,&quot;defaultAccordionOpen&quot;:&quot;first-item&quot;,&quot;selectedItemOpen&quot;:0,&quot;openMultiItemAtaTime&quot;:false,&quot;scrollToTopOnLoad&quot;:false,&quot;scrollToTopOnClick&quot;:false,&quot;accordionItemToUrl&quot;:false,&quot;animationEffect&quot;:false,&quot;applyAccessibility&quot;:true}\">\n        \t    \t\n\t\t\t<div\n\t\t\t\tid =\"sp-eab-item-9a6e03f8127d\"\n\t\t\t\tclass=\"sp-eab-accordion-item eab-item-edc21f\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"sp-eab-accordion-item-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class='sp-eab-accordion-heading sp-d-flex sp-align-center eab-heading-edc21f'\n\t\t\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t<span class='sp-eab-accordion-header-wrapper sp-d-flex sp-align-center eab-icon-position-end'>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='sp-eab-accordion-header-start sp-d-flex sp-justify-left sp-align-center'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='sp-eab-title-subtitle-wrapper sp-d-flex'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='sp-eab-accordion-title-wrapper sp-d-flex sp-align-center'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='sp-eab-accordion-title-text'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<strong>1. Who is Dr. N. Vijaya Kumar?<\/strong>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='sp-eab-accordion-header-end eab-icon-animated'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='sp-eab-expand-collapse-icon sp-d-block'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<i class='sp-eab-expand-icon eab-icon-angle-down-solid'><\/i>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<i class='sp-eab-collapse-icon eab-icon-angle-up-solid'><\/i>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<!-- accordion body -->\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class='sp-eab-accordion-content eab-content-edc21f'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class='sp-eab-accordion-content-wrapper'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class='sp-eab-accordion-body'>\n\t\t\t    \t\t\t\t\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Dr. N. Vijaya Kumar is the Chairman of the National Centre for Excellence (NCFE) Schools and Chairman &amp; Managing Director of the Vijay Kiran Group.<\/p>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n\n\t\t\t<div\n\t\t\t\tid =\"sp-eab-item-9ee638221fee\"\n\t\t\t\tclass=\"sp-eab-accordion-item eab-item-edc21f\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"sp-eab-accordion-item-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class='sp-eab-accordion-heading sp-d-flex sp-align-center eab-heading-edc21f'\n\t\t\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t<span class='sp-eab-accordion-header-wrapper sp-d-flex sp-align-center eab-icon-position-end'>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='sp-eab-accordion-header-start sp-d-flex sp-justify-left sp-align-center'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='sp-eab-title-subtitle-wrapper sp-d-flex'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='sp-eab-accordion-title-wrapper sp-d-flex sp-align-center'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='sp-eab-accordion-title-text'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<strong>2. What is Dr. N. Vijaya Kumar known for?<\/strong>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='sp-eab-accordion-header-end eab-icon-animated'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='sp-eab-expand-collapse-icon sp-d-block'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<i class='sp-eab-expand-icon eab-icon-angle-down-solid'><\/i>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<i class='sp-eab-collapse-icon eab-icon-angle-up-solid'><\/i>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<!-- accordion body -->\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class='sp-eab-accordion-content eab-content-edc21f'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class='sp-eab-accordion-content-wrapper'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class='sp-eab-accordion-body'>\n\t\t\t    \t\t\t\t\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">He is known for educational leadership, institution building, and developing schools focused on quality, discipline, and holistic learning.<\/p>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n\n\t\t\t<div\n\t\t\t\tid =\"sp-eab-item-95ca378f2f01\"\n\t\t\t\tclass=\"sp-eab-accordion-item eab-item-edc21f\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"sp-eab-accordion-item-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class='sp-eab-accordion-heading sp-d-flex sp-align-center eab-heading-edc21f'\n\t\t\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t<span class='sp-eab-accordion-header-wrapper sp-d-flex sp-align-center eab-icon-position-end'>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='sp-eab-accordion-header-start sp-d-flex sp-justify-left sp-align-center'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='sp-eab-title-subtitle-wrapper sp-d-flex'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='sp-eab-accordion-title-wrapper sp-d-flex sp-align-center'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='sp-eab-accordion-title-text'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<strong>3. What is Dr. N. Vijaya Kumar\u2019s vision for education?<\/strong>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='sp-eab-accordion-header-end eab-icon-animated'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='sp-eab-expand-collapse-icon sp-d-block'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<i class='sp-eab-expand-icon eab-icon-angle-down-solid'><\/i>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<i class='sp-eab-collapse-icon eab-icon-angle-up-solid'><\/i>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<!-- accordion body -->\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class='sp-eab-accordion-content eab-content-edc21f'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class='sp-eab-accordion-content-wrapper'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class='sp-eab-accordion-body'>\n\t\t\t    \t\t\t\t\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">His vision centres on empowering students to become successful self-learners who use their values, skills, and knowledge to contribute to society.<\/p>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n\n\t\t\t<div\n\t\t\t\tid =\"sp-eab-item-9f5f7ac399be\"\n\t\t\t\tclass=\"sp-eab-accordion-item eab-item-edc21f\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"sp-eab-accordion-item-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class='sp-eab-accordion-heading sp-d-flex sp-align-center eab-heading-edc21f'\n\t\t\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t<span class='sp-eab-accordion-header-wrapper sp-d-flex sp-align-center eab-icon-position-end'>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='sp-eab-accordion-header-start sp-d-flex sp-justify-left sp-align-center'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='sp-eab-title-subtitle-wrapper sp-d-flex'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='sp-eab-accordion-title-wrapper sp-d-flex sp-align-center'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='sp-eab-accordion-title-text'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<strong>4. What is Dr. N. 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