Dr.Ishappa C Bandi

Dr. Ishappa Bandi is a distinguished academic and library professional who has consistently fostered collaborative learning and intellectual engagement among students. He actively promotes group learning and discussion, guiding MLibISc scholars to deepen their understanding and strengthen their subject knowledge in Library and Information Science. In his academic role, Dr. Bandi regularly designs question papers, invigilates theory examinations, and conducts practical assessments with precision and fairness. As a postgraduate and Ph.D guide, he mentors students through research activities and seminars, ensuring methodological rigor and cultivating scholarly excellence.

His research spans diverse areas of LIS, and he remains at the forefront of the discipline by participating in national and international workshops and conferences. Beyond formal teaching, Dr. Bandi serves as a teacher‑guardian, offering holistic support to undergraduate students through short‑term research projects, case presentations, and academic development initiatives.

He is deeply engaged in departmental and institutional academic endeavors, seamlessly integrating his dual expertise in Dr. TMA Pai Library development and Information Science research culture at MAHE Bengaluru. His contributions exemplify a commitment to advancing both the infrastructure of academic libraries and the intellectual growth of students and faculty alike.