Education as a Channel of Societal Change

Dr. Mariazeena Johnson: Chancellor, Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology

- 

Daughter of Col. Dr.Jeppiaar, politician-turned-philanthropist, Chancellor of Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology, Chennai Dr. Mariazeena Johnson was inspired from her early days to approach her calling as an educationist in a holistic manner. A firebrand in re-defining the parameters of education she has worked assiduously to explore new avenues of research to ensure that the outcomes are relevant to the rapidly changing scenario of education in India. Her relentless pursuit for providing quality education and making the society a better one has paid rich dividends. Under her steerage Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology has been transformed into one of the leading Universities in South India and has made remarkable achievements in various fields. The active support of her husband Dr. Marie Johnson has given more power to her wings as she soars towards new horizons to achieve her dreams.