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Work history
Education
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DR. SHIVANNAND MAHARAJ H.B.M.

DR. SHIVANNAND MAHARAJ H.B.M.

Penal,Trinidad & Tobago

Summary

Dynamic and experienced educator with over 15 years of experience in tertiary education with specialization in Mechatronics. Over 30 years of knowledge and experience in Culture and the Arts. Committed to national productivity, technological development and overall excellence.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
13
13
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Lecturer

The University of the West Indies
St. Augustine
2017.09 - Current
  • Director of UWI Arts Indian Classical Ensemble.
  • Lecturer in Caribbean, Indian Classical and World music.
  • Managed administrative tasks related to coursework, streamlined evaluation process.
  • Contributed to departmental meetings and committees for strategic decision-making.

Senior Lecturer

The University of Trinidad & Tobago
Port of Spain
2014.10 - 2017.08
  • Lectured on World Music and Indian Classical.
  • Served on various university committees, contributing to overall institutional governance.
  • Delivered guest lectures at international conferences, enhancing institution's reputation abroad.

Education

Doctor of Philosophy - Mechatronics

University of Trinidad and Tobago
Trinidad and Tobago
2017.09 - 2023.08

Master of Arts - Music Education

Prayag Sangeet Sammitti
India
2010.09 - 2012.08

Bachelor of Arts - Music Education

Bhatkhande Music University
India
2008.09 - 2010.08

Bachelor of Arts - English

The University of the West Indiies
Trinidad and Tobago
1991.09 - 1994.08

Skills

  • Leadership and management skills
  • Cultural Intelligence and sensitivity
  • Music composer, researcher and performer
  • Networking and relationship building
  • Integrity and discretion
  • Intercultural competency

Accomplishments

* 2013 National Award: Hummingbird Gold Medal (Music Education)

* 2019 Performed at KUMBH MELA - invitation from Government of Uttar Pradesh (India)

* 2020 Guest presenter - TAJ MAHA UTSAV Agra, India.

Timeline

Lecturer

The University of the West Indies
2017.09 - Current

Doctor of Philosophy - Mechatronics

University of Trinidad and Tobago
2017.09 - 2023.08

Senior Lecturer

The University of Trinidad & Tobago
2014.10 - 2017.08

Master of Arts - Music Education

Prayag Sangeet Sammitti
2010.09 - 2012.08

Bachelor of Arts - Music Education

Bhatkhande Music University
2008.09 - 2010.08

Bachelor of Arts - English

The University of the West Indiies
1991.09 - 1994.08
DR. SHIVANNAND MAHARAJ H.B.M.