International students’ convocation ceremony held at Graphic Era University  

International students’ convocation ceremony held at Graphic Era University

Dehradun, July 22

A convocation ceremony for foreign students was organised in Graphic Era Deemed University to present degree to international students of seven countries. Foreign students of the pass out batch 2024 were awarded degree and memento. It included students from Liberia, South Sudan, Zimbabwe, Uganda, Zambia, Tanzania, Lesotho, and Democratic Republic of Congo attended the ceremony.

The Convocation Ceremony commenced with the Academic Procession in the K. P. Nautiyal Auditorium,here today. Thebang Linus Kholumo, Counsellor of High Commission of Lesotho who was the chief guest on the occasion while addressing the ceremony said that education is the weapon which when used properly can be helpful in solving complex problems by the students. He further said that the future of any country depends on its youth power and many a times the fruit of labour result in failure but there is a lesson in every failure. Kholumo encouraged students to promote innovation and strive to become a better person.

Pro Chancellor of Graphic Era Deemed University Prof. Rakesh Kumar Sharma said that internationalisation of education provides a unique experience to youngsters and these young minds then become a global citizen who help in finding better solution to the common global concerns. He said that in these times of great competition, it is very important to come out as the excellent version of ourselves. Youngsters can improve the future of this countries by sharpening their skills and talent, he added.

Guest of Honour, Education Attaché of Embassy of Republic of Uganda  Baker Nantawuna Balunywa while declaring the foreign students as brand ambassadors of Graphic Era said that it is vital to get degree but it is more important to turn the challenges of life into opportunities. He said that students should hone their skills with hard work and determination so that wherever they go in the world they always leave positive impact.

The students got their degrees for courses like MBA, MSc, BBA, BSc, BA. Vice Chancellor of Graphic Era Deemed University Dr. Narpinder Singh and Vice Chancellor of Graphic Era Hill University Dr. Sanjay Jasola administered the oath to degree holders. Registrar of Graphic Era Deemed University Dr. D. K. Joshi led the academic procession. Dean International Affairs Dr. D. R. Gangodkar proposed the vote of thanks. Dr. M. P. Singh convened the ceremony. The parents of these students were also present and some parents attended the convocation ceremony via online mode.