Jalandhar August 25 (Jaswinder Singh Azad)- The Department of Psychology, DAV University, Jalandhar, hosted an insightful extension lecture on “Emotional Intelligence” with Dr. Shabnam Priyadarshini, Advisor & Head of Capability Development at SAGE Sustainability, as the distinguished resource person. The session brought together students and faculty members for an engaging exploration of how self-awareness, empathy, and emotional regulation can shape personal growth, leadership, and professional success.
Welcoming the guest, Dr. Gitika Nagrath, Dean, CBME and Humanities, highlighted the growing importance of emotional intelligence in today’s fast-paced world. She noted that while academic knowledge is crucial, the ability to understand, manage, and respond to emotions effectively forms the foundation of success in both personal and professional life. She encouraged students to imbibe such skills to achieve holistic growth.
The guest speaker, Dr. Shabnam Priyadarshini, captivated the audience with her engaging lecture, breaking down the key components of emotional intelligence—self-awareness, self-regulation, motivation, empathy, and social skills. She emphasized that developing emotional quotient is just as important as strengthening intellectual abilities. Offering practical tools like journaling, mindfulness exercises, and meditation, she guided students on how to enhance their emotional awareness and apply it in real-life situations. The session was highly interactive, with students openly sharing personal reflections and experiences in response to her thought-provoking questions.
Students who cultivate emotional skills alongside academic knowledge will stand out as thoughtful professionals and compassionate individuals
Prof. (Dr.) Manoj Kumar, Vice Chancellor, DAV University, lauded the initiative, observing that emotional intelligence is indispensable for shaping responsible citizens and dynamic leaders. “Students who cultivate emotional skills alongside academic knowledge will stand out as thoughtful professionals and compassionate individuals,” he said.
Prof. (Dr.) S. K. Arora, Registrar, DAV University, emphasized the role of emotional intelligence in building resilience and fostering strong human connections. He congratulated the Department of Psychology for organizing such a relevant lecture and encouraged students to continue exploring this vital dimension of psychology for academic and personal enrichment.
The event concluded on an inspiring note, with students and faculty expressing deep appreciation for the session that reaffirmed the importance of emotional intelligence in nurturing harmony, confidence, and excellence.