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Infrastructure

Center of Excellence

Equipped with state of the art infrastructure and highly qualified professionals, School of Fashion Technology (SOFT) has made its presence felt in the Indian and International fashion scene, recently winning of DHL-CIAe International Fashion Award and excellent placement record mark the capping of SOFT’s Success.

Computer Lab, Soft pune

Computer Center

The computer center in School of Fashion Technology (SOFT) is equipped with latest Pentium computers supporting all software’s, hardware’s which are part of the curriculum offered through different programs. The CAD/CAM cell has workstations for textiles and apparel design with dedicated high-end software’s including Lectra, Fashion Studio.

Library

The library in School of Fashion Technology (SOFT) consist of books and other published resources covering the educational program. It subscribes to world’s leading fashion forecast services. The library also has the valuable audio-visual collection of videotapes, slides, CD-ROMs and photographs.

Library, Soft pune

Resource Center

The Resource Center in School of Fashion Technology (SOFT) consists of books and other published resource covering the educational program. It subscribes to the world’s leading fashion journals and fashion forecast services. School of Fashion Technology (SOFT) also has the valuable audio-visual collection of videotapes, slides, CD-ROMs and photographs.

Auditorium

To sharpen the students’ competitive edge, the auditorium of School of Fashion Technology (SOFT) is extensively used for seminars, symposiums and guest lectures. It is fully equipped well designed and spacious.

Auditorium, Soft pune

Hostel

School of Fashion Technology (SOFT) has well-designed semi furnished hostel for girls subject to its norms and conditions. One can apply through proper channel once the merit list is finalized.

Campus

The environment of School of Fashion Technology (SOFT) strikes the right chord for learning and overall development of the students. The wide range of activities gives students the much wanted break while ensuring their all round development. Well-designed campus of School of Fashion Technology (SOFT), overwhelmed with light and fresh air gives an added advantage in learning.

Away From Home

MKSSS’s SOFT provides the students with highly secured hostel facility. The four-floored building tends to be a home for the SOFTians.

 

Surrounded by lush greenery, bright sunshine and fresh ambiance hostel complex is crafted to suit the requirements of all students making their stay an accomplished one. The entire hostel complex is situated in close proximity to the college for the convenience of the students. SOFT Hostel provides worthy, safe and reliable accommodation at economical charges.

 

Students all over India; even those coming from abroad stay here as one family, under one roof. The interactive learning environment leads to career building of students from different courses of SOFT. Students celebrate festivals, organize events and share a feeling of co-operation and friendship. The hostels have excellent amenities to ensure health, comfort, fitness and entertainment like wi-fi, washing machine, hot water supply, playground and study tables in every room.

Along with the boarding; food arrangements/ mess are also made available for students. Wholesome, nutritious, tasty Indian food at affordable rate is made available.

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Dr.M.M.Hundekar
Roles & Responsibilities

  • Founder-Principal, Professor Emeritus School of Fashion Technology www.soft.ac.in
  • Director- Development Cell, MKSSS                                                           
  • Secretary, Green Fashion India. www.soft.ac.in/gfi

Education

  • Ph. D., Area of specialization “Textile and Fashion Technology”. Mumbai University.
  • MBA (Executive). Specialization- Human Resource Management
  • Nine Months special teacher’s training at NIFT, New Delhi.
  • M. Sc. in Textiles and Clothing, Mumbai University.

Examiner & Jury

  • External Examiner PhD – M S University Baroda & Banasthali Vidyapeeth, Rajasthan and Devi Ahilya Vishwa Vidyalaya, Indore. Total Ph.D. Assessed – 7
  • Appointment as Editor- Marathi Vastra Nirmity Mahitikosh. Marathi Rajya Vikas Samstha, Undertaking of Govt. of Maharashtra.
Awards & Recognitions
  • Recipient of Maharshi Karve Award of Excellence.
  • Resource Person, Handloom Week, Organized by J.D.Birla Institute, Department of Textile Science, Clothing and Fashion Studies, in Association with MSME & Textile Department, Govt.of West Bengal and Weavers Service Centre, Ministry of Textiles, 12th and 13th April 2023.

Papers, Articles & Publications

  • Paper presentation at Society of Dyers and Colorists Seminar- 2006
  • Paper presentation at World Textile Conference on Apparel and Home Textile organized by International Textile Consortium- 2008
  • Paper presentation at the International Conference in Home Economics, organized by Asian Regional Association of Home- Economics-2009
  • Paper presentation at Conference in Home Economics, organized by Indian Association of Home- Economics, -2010
  • Author- YCMOU Study Material
  • Member Editorial Team- Hupri –An Unparalleled Echo Published Articles
  • Ajrakh Impression and Expression - by Dehia E & Dr. M.M.Hundekar
    https://www.amazon.in/ajrakh-impression-expression-Dehia-Hundekar/dp/8190259423
  • Creative Use of Industrial Waste into Fashion Products Through Fabric Manipulation Using Origami Technique - Ms. Mohika Joshi, Dr. M.M. Hundekar – 2019
  • Waste management, blend of design and social connectivity in the creation of a new product range, using the Godhadi quilting technique from the state of Maharashtra. - Shashwati Khonde, Reema Chaugule & Dr. M. M. Hundekar – 2021
    https://iopscience.iop.org/article/10.1149/10701.12285ecst
Dr. Garima Bhalla
  • Principal In charge, MKSSS's School of Fashion Technology, Pune
  • Ph.D., Textile Science and Apparel Design. M.Sc., Clothing & Textiles

Profile Overview

  • 20+ years of experience in Fashion and Textile Education.
  • Academician, Researcher, Mentor & Guide.
  • Representation on various National and International Forums as Chair, Speaker, Panelist & Research Presenter.

Academic Contributions

  • Curriculum Development at SNDT Women's University, Mumbai- Fashion Curriculum Enrichment-Focusing on Glocal Requirements
  • Developed subject specific book for YCMOU - Textile and Garment Quality Analysis Assurance
  • Contributed to developing E-Content videos on subjects related to textiles for SOFT - Traditional Indian Textiles.
    Introduction to Dyeing and Printing.

Research

  • Ph.D., Title of Thesis -Enhancing commercial value of khadi apparel products through design intervention.
    M.Sc. (ICAR Junior Research Fellowship). Title of Thesis - Application of natural dye on wool.
  • Research Papers & articles in diverse National and International Conferences and Publications such as GFI, IFFTI, SCOPUS, & Images- Business of Fashion.
  • She has also contributed as a Reviewer at IFFTI
  • Research Guide for M. Design students

Advisory & Board of Study Member

  • SNDT Women's University, Mumbai
  • MGM University Aurangabad
  • 'R Tasta' UK Limited

Initiative Association - Green Fashion India, initiative by MKSSS’s School of Fashion Technology.

  • Steering Committee Member since inception.
  • Green Fashion India is the premier platform for exchange of ideas, information, and sustainable practices to promote 'Social Design' as an extension to Green Fashion.
  • GFI unites academia, industry professionals and artisans on a single stage to discuss, deliberate and infer actionable steps for sustainable fashion that make tangible difference.

University Responsibilities

  • Chairperson- Expert Committee, SNDT Women’s University, Mumbai
  • Member- Local Inquiry Committee, SNDT Women’s University, Mumbai
  • Paper setter, Examiner and Moderator for B. Design courses at SNDT Women’s University, Mumbai
  • Examiner at Shivaji University, Kolhapur.

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