Excelsior Correspondent
JAMMU, Nov 26: Dazzling lights and a heavenly decorated stage marked the beginning of the end of Parul University’s batch of 2022’s academic journey as 6th convocation of the university was held on its 150 acre campus.
Dignitaries, family, and friends from around the world gathered to see the 6,468 students receiving their certificates. Over 10, 000 guests who were present during this inspiration-filled evening, were treated to a memorable celebration.
The grand procession led by women cricketer Mithali Raj and film actor Sonu Sood signalled the start of the 6th Convocation ceremony at the University’s Vadodara campus. Along the honorary guests were Dr Devanshu Patel, President; Dr Amit Ganatra, Provost; Dr H S Vijayakumar, Pro Vice- Chancellor; Dr M N Patel, Advisor; Prof Manish Pandya, Registrar and Members of the Board of Management and the Governing Body.
The graduating students were from multiple faculties, including diploma, bachelors, post graduate courses from various streams of engineering, Applied Sciences, Commerce, Computer Applications, Applied Sciences, Commerce, Arts, Fine Arts, Library Science, Health Administration, Public Health, Vocational Studies, Pharmacy, Physiotherapy, Ayurved, Homoeopathy, Nursing, Architecture, Agriculture, Social Work, Design, Law, Management and Business Administration.
A total of 74 students received Gold medals as well as 24 Certificates for their unwavering dedication to their studies. One award was given to a successful startup and to seven alumni for their contributions to their illustrious professional careers.
Sonu Sood, while addressing the students, said, “there is nothing as problems or unsuccessful efforts, you just have to believe you can do it. There’s nothing impossible if you have faith in yourself.”
Mithali Raj provided valuable insights during her interaction with the students. She said, “failures are an important part of life. They are the other side of success and we should learn to embrace them.”
President of Parul University, Dr Devanshu Patel, during his Presidential address, said , “your values come from your roots and it comes from what’s inside of you.” Giving great advice to students, he further added, “when you fall, never fall down but always fall forward and keep moving forward. Because the more you fail, fall, and move forward, the closer you’ll get to succeeding.”
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