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Sharon ValarmathiAssociate Professor, Department of CommerceDirector, Centre for Service LearningChrist University, BangaloreSharon Valarmathi is an accomplished academic and an integral member of Christ University, Bangalore, where she serves as an Associate Professor in the Department of Commerce and the Director of the Centre for Service Learning. Her expertise spans a range of areas within commerce, with a particular focus on integrating academic scholarship in the area of taxation, and General Management.In her dual roles, Sharon is dedicated to fostering a learning environment that bridges the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical application. She is deeply involved in designing and implementing service-learning courses, emphasizing the importance of public engagement, citizenship, and social justice. Her innovative approach integrates theory and practical content with service-learning activities, encouraging students to engage in reflective writing and interdisciplinary research.Sharon's leadership at the Centre for Service Learning underscores her commitment to community activism and cultural competence. She is instrumental in organizing international conferences and capacity-building workshops in service learning and community-based participatory research (CBPR). Additionally, she has published numerous papers and is a passionate researcher, contributing significantly to the academic and local communities through her dedication to student development, innovative educational practices, and societal impact.