Somaiya Vidyavihar University celebrated the outstanding achievements of HSC students from 11 schools across India at the Academic Excellence Award Ceremony, as a part of the Somaiya Summer & Winter School Programme. The event held at the sprawling Somaiya Vidyavihar campus in Mumbai celebrated the students’ achievements enthusiastically, reflecting on their hard work, dedication, and commitment to academic excellence. The Somaiya Summer & Winter School Programme offers a platform for high school students to explore diverse academic disciplines from Arts & Humanities to Commerce & Business Studies, Science and Engineering.
The award ceremony saw the felicitation of 65 students for their exceptional academic performance. Certificates were awarded to the toppers of each school and certificates and trophies were presented to the participating schools which included The Somaiya School, Bunts Sangha SM Shetty High School, Assam Valley School, K.P.B Hinduja College of Commerce, Model College, Dombivli, K J Somaiya College of Science & Commerce, K J Somaiya College Arts & Commerce, Vinay Mandir, Data World Academy, Reliance Foundation School, and Somaiya Vidya Mandir & Higher Secondary School Sakarwadi. The ceremony was graced by distinguished chief guests, including Prof. V N Rajasekharan Pillai, Vice-Chancellor of Somaiya Vidyavihar University, Dr. Raghunath K. Shevgaonkar, Provost of Somaiya Vidyavihar University, and other esteemed dignitaries.
Prof. V N Rajasekharan Pillai, Vice-Chancellor of Somaiya Vidyavihar University, addressed the students and parents at the ceremony said, “ At Somaiya Vidyavihar University, we recognize the importance of establishing a meaningful connection with the school education system, both academically and socially. So we initiated the Somaiya University Summer and Winter School programme a year ago. Drawing inspiration from esteemed institutions like Cambridge, Oxford, and Banaras Hindu University, we aim to bring together experts from various national and international institutions to provide school students with experiential learning opportunities. Knowledge and skills gained through education are truly significant only when understood in context. Our school connect programs strive to impart this understanding, adapting to the evolving context of knowledge and skills.”
Dr. Raghunath K. Shevgaonkar, Provost of Somaiya Vidyavihar University said “Congratulations to the outstanding achievers! Your hard work and dedication have brought well-deserved success . Here’s to celebrating the accomplishments and looking forward to even greater milestones ahead. Knowledge manifests in two forms: one that secures immediate employability and another that enriches a lifetime. While the former provides professions and jobs, wisdom acts as a guiding light throughout life’s journey. You must also remember that integrity is crucial in every profession and you must do what is right regardless of scrutiny. This blend of enduring wisdom and steadfast integrity not only ensures sustained success but also fosters personal fulfilment.”
The Somaiya Summer & Winter School Programme is an educational initiative that enables participants to interact with experienced university professors, familiarize themselves with university campus life, and engage in a range of structured differentiated innovative activities and college readiness workshops. The Winter School Programme, scheduled from 27th to 31st December 2024, is designed for students in grades 9 to 12.The initiatives will provide a rich academic environment to help students develop skills as well as explore disciplines such as Science, Engineering, Commerce, Music and Sports. The programme will equip students with deeper knowledge and understanding to help start their journey towards higher education.
Somaiya Vidyavihar University is dedicated to providing inclusive and quality education for all. Academic excellence built not only on mastering technical skills but also developing essential life skills such as communication, initiative, problem solving, leadership form the core principle of all its activities and initiatives. Through programmes like Somaiya Summer & Winter School, Somaiya Vidyavihar University continues to nurture young minds and guide them towards future success.
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