“India has the potential to become the world’s Education Hub, “ Dr Dnyaneshwar Mulay.
LAVASA: The 9th convocation ceremony of Christ University, Lavasa was organized on 15th July, Saturday, at its serene Lavasa residential campus. The ceremony was held in the august presence of the Chief Guest, Dr. Dnyaneshwar Mulay – Member NHRM and Former Diplomat and High Commissioner of India to Maldives, Fr (Dr) Joseph CC – Vice Chancellor Christ University, Fr (Dr) Lijo Thomas Director & Dean – Christ University Lavasa, Dr. Anil Pinto – Registrar, Dr Johny Joseph – Registrar, Academics faculty, staff and proud parents along with their convocating wards.
The grand ceremony felicitated all students on a significant milestone in their lives. Rank holders and best outgoing students held pride of place amongst their peers who joyfully applauded each other’s achievements. 605 students across various programs offered at the University, including MBA, BSc & MSc (Economics & Analytics), BSc & MSc (Data Science), Law, and Commerce were awarded their degrees. The convocation saw 407 students from the undergraduate programs, 195 from the postgraduate programs, and 3 PhD students receiving their degrees.
Dr Mulay congratulated Christ University for completing 10 years in Lavasa and contributing to the educational development of the region. Dr. Mulay advised students on the continuing responsibility each of them held as torchbearers for creating not just economic value but also participating in progressing human dignity and respect for all humanity as a primary occupational value. These inspiring ideas also resonate with the core values of ‘Excellence and Service’ of Christ University, which are instilled in each student as part of their holistic learning. Dr Mulay urged students to develop a scientific temper and maintain a spirit of curiosity and inquiry.
Dr. Mulay further asserted that through our diverse culture, rich traditions, and history of knowledge since ancient times, India has the potential to become the Educational Hub of the world and reverse the education migration to other developed countries.
Fr (Dr) Joseph CC, Vice Chancellor, reflected on how Christ University began its journey in 1969 as a single college. It has now grown to one of the leading Universities in India, with six campuses in 3 cities. He added that the Convocation is a significant milestone in a student’s journey, not merely in acquiring a degree but also in knowledge gained, friendships forged, and life experiences that help shape each student’s character and temperament.
Fr (Dr) Lijo Thomas, Campus Director, and Dean concluded the inspiring messages emphasizing the residential aspects of community life, which fosters self-reliance and continuous learning. He reflected on the humble beginnings of the Lavasa campus in 2014 with 12 students to the current 2010 students, with the first batch of Law students graduating on this day.
The convocation ceremony celebrates the Lavasa residential campus of Christ University as it continues to grow through its student community, learned faculty, staff, and the local community of residents.
