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About Manupriam Seth
Passion for education and drive to raise a creative generation has driven Manupriam for the past many years. He has been contributing in many ways in the fields of art, education, and design. His work has impacted many young learners.
He is an alumnus of the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Roorkee in the field of Architecture. He did his Master's in Urban Design from School of Planning and Architecture (SPA) Delhi.
Manupriam has extensive experience in the education environment in the UAE and specializes in the field of education design. Through his engagement with design, he has gained a thorough insight into various systems of high school education available across the globe, including IGCSE, GCSE, A-Levels, IB, CBSE, ISC, and many others.
He is an adjunct faculty for Architecture and Design programs at Heriot-Watt University and College of Art Architecture and Design at Ajman University. He has also taught at the Canadian University in Dubai.
PUBLISHED AND EXHIBITED WORKS
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Manupriam is also an independent researcher and published his work 'Cognitive spaces in Educational Landscape: New Directions' A research paper presented in Conference on Giftedness by Sheikh Hamdan Award in July 2012, Dubai. The research looks into the impact and perception of unbuilt spaces in educational institutions.
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As a guest speaker, he presented his illustrated lecture 'Living Lattice' at World Architecture Conference in Dubai, 2018.
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Solo show of Urban Sketches at Sikka Art Fair, Dubai, 2018
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He has published several papers on design, conservation, and urban studies.
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Working for Countrywide Classroom a television program for Indian schools he has produced 9 short films on topics ranging from architectural education to sketching and health. He has been the founder curator for 'Sandscapes' an annual Art and Music event in Dubai. He is a professional Urban Sketcher and administrator for the Dubai chapter of Urban Sketchers International organization. Tinkering with custom bikes, he has been the recipient of many awards at annual bike week in Dubai. He is a Prospecting Member of IECA (Independent Educational Consultants Association).
Manupriam Seth has spent his last 15 years as an educationist and education designer. He has a passion for mentoring and strongly believes in changing the world through his work with young adults.
It all started quite early in life while growing up under the guidance of his father, a noted art educationist and famous artist, he carried interest in rearing inquisitive and creative children. Many students have been benefitted from Manupriam's guidance including his son who finished his major in Fine Arts and Business from Ivy League Cornell University and his daughter who has joined Mechanical engineering and Product Design at Stanford University. He has nurtured these two students through a fulfilling journey with milestones like Sheikh Hamdan award (3 times) and Sharjah Award (2 times) for Academic Excellence and All-Round Development.
He has a reputation as a leader in career path mentoring and college admissions with a passion to inculcate creativity among children. Applying his learning from design and management practice, he approaches the mentoring and college admission process in a well-structured way with the wholehearted awareness of developing the right potential in each young adult. With a deep understanding of how universities function he motivates students towards success through their real potential.
BACKGROUND
Manupriam has contributed as architect and design manager for a number of schools in Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN) in around 8 countries including India (Hyderabad), Tanzania, Kenya, Mozambique, Syria, Kirgiz Republic, Tajikistan, and Bangladesh.
He is the founder of Urban Sketchers Dubai. He has lectured on the subject and exhibited his work in several institutions and cities.
He loves running to keep fit and has participated in several regional half marathons and trail runs including Wadi Bih Run, RAK Half Maraton, and Creek Striders Half Marathon.