21/05/2026
The Library Advisory Committee of Sri Aurobindo College of Commerce and Management (SACCM) organized a knowledge-enriching session on the ProQuest Database for faculty members on 20th May, 2026. The objective of the session was to acquaint faculty with the effective utilization of ProQuest resources for research, publications, and teaching purposes. In todayβs evolving academic environment, access to authentic and high-quality digital resources plays a vital role in enriching teaching-learning processes and promoting impactful research. Mr. Arun Kumar Kalia, Senior Zonal Manager β Content & Technology Services, a highly accomplished professional with over two decades of extensive experience in sales, marketing, and content technology services, was the resource person. He has been associated with renowned organizations including Hindustan Times, The Indian Express, Springer Nature, Informatics India Limited, and EBSCO, contributing significantly to business development, strategic partnerships, and innovative content solutions.
During the interactive session, Mr. Kalia provided valuable exposure on navigating ProQuest including advanced search strategies, accessing peer-reviewed journals, e-books, dissertations, and using tools like citation export and research alerts. Faculty members actively participated and gained meaningful insights to integrate global academic content into their research and classroom delivery. Principal Prof. (Dr.) Vishal Kumar appreciated the initiative of the Library Advisory Committee and emphasized the need for continuous upskilling of faculty in digital resources to foster a strong research culture at college.