Empowering Young Minds with Media Literacy and Creative Expression
At ISBR Business School, we believe that great communication is the foundation of leadership. This belief resonated deeply at the recently concluded Times NIE Summer Training Programme at St. Joseph’s Boys’ High School, Bengaluru. Over 130 bright young students from various schools participated in this two-week immersive journalism workshop—culminating in a celebration of creativity, storytelling, and 21st-century learning.
Our own Dr. Manish Kothari, President of ISBR, was honored to be the Chief Guest, where he addressed the students on the importance of good communication, seizing opportunities, and chasing dreams.
Training Tomorrow’s Media Leaders
The workshop featured sessions that immersed students in the world of reporting, editing, feature writing, layout design, and publishing. Participants worked in teams to transform their ideas into news articles, opinion pieces, and creative media projects—mirroring the fast-paced demands of the modern newsroom.
“Good communication is the key to opportunity. Dream big, communicate better, and seize the moment,” said Dr. Kothari, President of ISBR Business School, during his keynote.
Key Highlights
🔹 Siddharth Kothari, former NIE trainee, delivered an inspiring session on how the workshop shaped his career perspective.
🔹 Dr. Sridhar B, Founder of EduQueries LLP, introduced gamified educational tools to promote inclusive learning.
🔹 Canon’s Mathew Mohan Das conducted a masterclass on photography, composition, and visual storytelling.
🔹 Kavitha Mohammad from Zinc Services discussed AI, career readiness, and psychometric testing.
🔹 Sumit Kumar from Canara Bank led an interactive financial literacy session, helping students navigate savings, scams, and digital finance.
From Classrooms to Newsrooms
Students actively engaged in:
- Designing their own newsletters and newspapers
- Conducting interviews and surveys
- Writing opinion pieces and editorials
- Participating in quizzes, photography contests, and industry-led sessions
The presence of industry experts from ISBR, Canon, Zinc Services, Sprouts Edu Tours, and financial institutions lent the programme a professional edge, preparing students for both academic and real-world success.
A Word from the Organizers
“The NIE workshop has once again proven that young minds, when nurtured with the right tools and guidance, can create impactful narratives. We are proud to support such forward-looking educational initiatives.”
— ISBR Business School Leadership