7th Convocation
Graduation is not the end; it's the beginning
SRM University witnessed with pride, the 2011 class graduating at the 7th convocation. The Governor of Tamil Nadu, His Excellency, K. Rosiah, chaired and delivered the Convocation Address at Kattankulathur on November 1, 2011.
Konijeti Rosaiah, the Governor of Tamil Nadu was the chief guest for the 7th Convocation of the SRM University. Rosiah held prestigious positions like Minister for Finance, Power and Medical and Health in the Cabinet of Sri K. Vijayabhaskar Reddy from 1992 to 1994.
Dr. M. Ponnavaiko, the Vice Chancellor of SRM University delivered the welcome address and presented the annual report. The Vice Chancellor said that the SRM University has always been kept up with the latest developments in Science, Engineering and Technology by designing new curricula and offering new courses that are relevant to the changing needs of the community and industry.
He gave a brief up on the infrastructure, the research activities, research publications, SRM Satellite and various advisory boards. Stating the various sports achievements, events and services of the varsity, the Vice Chancellor concluded his speech by quoting, "SRM University will emerge as a leading world-class institution that creates and disseminated knowledge. Along with academic excellence, our curricula emphasize to create true human resource with integrity and cultural sensitivity so that our graduates may best serve the nation and the world."
Dr. Subra Suresh, Director, National Science Foundation (NSF), United States of America was conferred a degree of Doctor of Science in appreciation of his outstanding achievements in the field of material science, biology, engineering education and for championing the cause of women and minorities and in recognition of his vision, dedication, devotion and contribution to the cause of science and society.
In the acceptance speech, Padma Shri Dr. Subra Suresh, said that the students at SRM are encouraged to innovate and compete in the ever changing world.
His Excellency, Dr. K. Rosiah, in his convocation address congratulated the SRMSAT team for designing a nano - satellite which would monitor Greenhouse Gases in the tropics. He added that it is a matter of pride not only to SRM, but also to the entire students' community. He quoted Sir. C. V. Raman's lines, "Research is civilization and determines the economic, social and political development of a nation". He appreciated the initiatives taken by the SRM's international advisory board to build an international dimension in all aspects of education.
The Chief Guest of the occasion, K. Rosiah conferred the doctorate degree for the research scholars and he presented medals to the rank holders of various engineering streams. The chancellor Mr. T. R. Pachamuthu recited the pledge and declared the convocation closed. The programmed ended with the national anthem.
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