Mangalore Institute of Technology and Engineering - [MITE]

We are proud to announce that Ms. Prajna S. Gunagi, a student of our institute, has been selected for the prestigious IEEE Women in Engineering (WiE) Scholarship for the academic year 2025–26. She has been awarded a scholarship of ₹50,000, funded by Quest Global International.

Ms. Prajna S. Gunagi is currently pursuing her third year in the Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering.

This recognition highlights the academic excellence and potential of our students and reflects our institute’s commitment to empowering women in the field of engineering.

We extend our heartfelt congratulations to Ms. Prajna S. Gunagi and wish her continued success in her academic and professional journey.

50% Semester End ExamAbout this Course:The Societal Research is a skill enhancement course designed to provide students with the skills and knowledge necessary to conduct research and implement projects that address pressing societal issues. This course emphasizes the importance of evidence-based practices in understanding and solving social problems. Students will learn how to design, conduct, and analyze research that informs policy and practice in various fields such as public health, education, social services, and community development.

The course covers key topics such as research design, data collection methods, statistical analysis, and the ethical considerations involved in conducting societal research. The research project covers planning and implementation stages to the evaluation and reporting of outcomes. Through hands-on projects, students will gain experience in addressing issues such as poverty, inequality, health disparities, and environmental sustainability.

The societal research will enhance analytic thinking and build strong human values and concern for the society. It will imbibe in them the spirit of corporate social responsibility as they step into the corporate field. ­The research findings arrived at by students can be translated into effective strategies contributing meaningfully for the betterment of the community.

Students on completion of this course will understand complex social issues and develop evidence-based solutions, and implement projects that promote social change. Students will be equipped to contribute to the development of effective policies and programs that enhance the well-being of communities and society at large.