Excelsior Correspondent
JAMMU Dec 30: Lauding the formation of University of Jammu Alumni Association (UJAA), Vice Chancellor, Prof Manoj K Dhar today exuded confidence that it will go a long way in establishing connect between the alumni from within and outside the country to their alma mater.
“It is a very significant development and all the stakeholders deserve appreciation for their efforts to put in a mechanism and make dreams come true”, the Vice Chancellor observed while presiding over the first-ever meet of UJAA through virtual mode.
The highlight of the maiden meet, organised under the aegis of the UJAA, was enthusiastic participation of a large number of alumni from within and outside the country, who shared their views in making the Association a vibrant platform for exchange of ideas.
Prof. Dhar, who is also patron of the UJAA cited the examples of many prestigious institutions whose alumni have contributed a lot by way of giving back in terms of suggestions, donations, time, energy etc. He exuded confidence that a robust alumni network would be put in place for assisting the University to further excel in its endeavours to impart quality education in tone with latest trends in the field.
Prof. Manoj Dhar formally inaugurated the membership drive by launching an online membership form.
Earlier, in his welcome address, Prof. Parkash C. Antahal, Dean Students Welfare and President UJAA gave a brief overview of the activities and objectives of the University of Jammu Alumni Association.
Speaking on the occasion, Suresh Gupta, IFS and alumni representative to the University Council complimented the Dean for organising the high profile meet.
Prof. Alka Sharma from the Business School also shared her experiences.
Ms. Indu Kanwal Chib, Deputy Commissioner Udhampur and an Executive Committee Member of UJAA also spoke on the occasion and gave valuable suggestions for making the UJAA an effective medium.
Prof. Arvind Jasrotia, Registrar University of Jammu complemented all those who have contributed in making this Association function. Vikram Gulati also spoke on the occasion.
Others who shared their views include Prof. Vishav Raksha, Chairperson Campus Cultural Committee, Prof. Sandeep Pandita, Dr. Neeraj Sharma, Dr. Ginni Dogra and more.
The online meet was also attended by Manohar Lal, Dy. General Manager, NABARD and Ajay Wali, Vice-President, Indo-Asian Pvt. Ltd.
Dr. Garima Gupta, Assistant Dean SW and Treasurer, UJAA conducted the event.
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