Leadership & Governance
The people behind the tree
Founded under a gurukula educational trust, the university is led by an academic leadership shaped around values, research and service.
Founder & Chairperson
Dr. Rashmi N Sumanth
Gurukula Educational Trust · Head, Gyaan Vriksh University
A dynamic educational leader with deep experience in academic leadership, curriculum innovation, faculty development and institutional transformation across national and international education systems — committed to inclusive, future-ready learning rooted in discipline, creativity and curiosity.
Education
- Professional Doctorate in Education — EIU, Paris (in progress)
- M.A. Education — Birmingham City University
- M.A. Psychology — Southern New Hampshire University
- M.Sc. Botany (1st Rank) — Kuvempu University
- PG Diploma in Education & B.Ed.
- MD Naturopathy · Masters in TEFL/TESOL
Recognition
- Innovation Award 2024 — Liara International School, London
- True Inspiration Award 2023 — Liara International Academy, London
- Indian Glory Award 2022 — Contribution to Education Development
- Top 500 — International Preprimary Teachers Olympiad, 2024
Leadership experience
Statutory Officers
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School Deans
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Dean, Kala Sanskriti
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Dean, Karshak
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Dean, Vartaka
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