This biennial conference is organised by European Academy of Design (EAD) to connect with your values, grow your research leadership, and reflect on what is needed to fuel the future of design education. The 2023 conference will be delivered over five one-day events in five cities over four time zones. The conference explores doctoral design research and education and its role in defining agendas for the next 25 years.
With a single registration you’ll be able to attend the in-person conference at WUD Sonipat and the online conferences in 4 other cities. The in-person event at WUD Campus on October 18th, will have keynote addresses and presentation by more than 25 researchers. Also, in attendance will be about 150 delegates and invitees from major universities of Design across the country, industry, stakeholders, and doctoral students. For design academics and researchers, this will be a not-to-be-missed networking event.
Programme and Conference Chair:
Prof. (Dr.) Sanjay Gupta - Hon’ble Vice Chancellor, World University of Design, Sonipat, India
International Programme Committee:
Sonipat Hub Convener :
Dr. Neena Zutshi – Dean Academics, World University of Design, Sonipat, India
Sonipat Hub Organizing Committee:
Announcing Soon!
Itinerary: (SONIPAT – AGRA – SONIPAT) 275 Kms, Approx 4.5 hrs drive one way.)
0700 hrs: Pick up from conference venue, WUD Sonipat and Drive to Agra via express way.
1100 - 1230 hrs: Upon arrival in Agra, visit Taj Mahal - world famous marble mausoleum built by Emperor Shah Jahan in the ever lasting memory of his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal, It is widely considered as one of the most beautiful buildings in the world and stands as a symbol of eternal love. Taj Mahal is the finest example of Mughal architecture, a style that combines elements from Persian, Islamic and Indian architectural styles. In 1983, the Taj Mahal became a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
13:00 - 1400 hrs: Lunch at a deluxe restaurant
1415 - 1500 hrs: Visit Agra Fort which is a huge monument of red sandstone that dominate a bend in the river Yamuna, 2 km northwest of Taj Mahal was built by the Mughal during 1565-1571. The fort contains wonderful mosques and palaces in red sandstone and white marble erected by two generations of inventive builders during the time of Akbar and afterward Jehangir and Shahjahan.
1530 - 1600 hrs: Shopping at Agra which is famous for its marble and soft-stone inlay work, leather goods, brassware and carpets which involve delicate yarn overlays. Semi-precious and precious jewellery in ornate Mughal style is also available.
1600 hrs: Drive back to Sonipat, reach Venue 20:30 Hrs (approx.)
Duration: 10 Hrs (Pick up at 9 AM from Conference Venue, Drop back at WUD, Sonipat at 7pm
Visit: The architectural marvels of Mughal Era – Humayun’s Tomb & Qutub Minar. Drive past India Gate and Parliament House. Shopping at the Dilli Haat)
Qutub Minar complex at Mehrauli. Qutub Minar is the tallest stone tower in India and one of the greatest bequests of Islamic culture. This 72.5-metre-high tower dates back to the 13th century. At its base lies the Quwwat-ul-Islam Mosque, the very first mosque to be built in India. A famous iron pillar of the 5th century stands before it, that has remained rust free for 1500 years!
Humayun’s Tomb (a UNESCO World Heritage monument) Built by the widow of the second Mughal Emperor, Humayun, it is an outstanding monument in Indo-Persian style & a precursor to the Taj Mahal.
Drive past India Gate and Parliament House India Gate – the war memorial dedicated to Indian soldiers, who died during World War I. The eternal flame runs on gas and is a tribute to soldiers who lost their lives in the service of the nation.
Dilli Haat (a village market setting), it transports you to the magical world of Indian art and heritage presented through a fascinating panorama of craft, cuisine, and cultural activities. It is the best place to buy Indian handicrafts and textiles.
You can also savour the inimitable flavours of delightful local foods from various regions of India be it the momos from Sikkim or the Bamboo hot chicken from Nagaland, Kahwa & Kebabs from Jammu, Pooran poli from Maharashtra or the Gujrati Dhokla.
EAD 2023 Program Schedule – WUD, Sonipat
18 th October 2023 (IST, INDIA)
| 09:30 AM | Welcome + Plenary Session I |
| 11:00 AM | Tea |
| 11:15 AM | Parallel Session - 1 |
| 12:15 PM | Parallel Session - 2 |
| 1:15 PM | Lunch |
| 1:45 PM | Poster Presentations |
| 2:15 PM | Plenary Session II |
| 3:45 PM | Parallel Session - 3 |
| 4:45 PM | Parallel Session - 4 |
| 5:30 PM | High Tea & Networking |
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