Skip to content Skip to navigation

Assam Don Bosco University Celebrates 12th Convocation, Honors Outstanding Graduates

By AT News |

Guwahati, 23 September 2023: Assam Don Bosco University celebrated its 12th Convocation on Saturday, 23rd September, 2023, at Tapesia Campus Sonapur, Guwahati. The esteemed gathering included the Hon’ble Governor of Assam, Shri Gulab Chand Kataria, who graced the occasion as the university's visitor, along with Vice Chancellor Fr. (Dr) Jose Palley, Pro Vice Chancellor Fr. Joseph Nellnatt, Directors of Schools, Heads of Departments, faculty members, students, and dignitaries from across the country.

Addressing the graduating students, Shri Gulab Chand Kataria encouraged them to contribute meaningfully to society, emphasizing the importance of innovation and dedication in shaping a better India. He applauded the successful implementation of the New Education Policy 2020 (NEP) by the University and acknowledged their efforts in teacher training and curriculum restructuring.

The Hon’ble Chancellor, Fr. Januarius Sangma, urged the graduates to view the world as an open canvas for their aspirations and emphasized the vital role they play in the nation's future, linking it to environmental stewardship and sustainability.

In his welcome address, the Hon’ble Vice Chancellor, Fr. (Dr) Jose Palely, congratulated the graduates and encouraged them to embrace change, maintain passion for their pursuits, and uphold the values instilled during their academic journey.

A total of 1286 students were conferred degrees, with 555 receiving bachelor's degrees and 731 receiving master’s degrees across various disciplines. Additionally, 23 scholars were awarded doctoral degrees. The Global Online and Distance Education Programme saw 134 students receive degrees and 6 students obtain diplomas, attracting participants from around the world.

Notably, 36 outstanding graduates were awarded gold medals for their exemplary academic performance. The Chancellor’s and Vice Chancellor’s medals were presented to the top graduates in postgraduate and undergraduate courses, respectively. Special awards, including the ‘Father Stephen Mavely Gold Medal’ and ‘Shri JN Bawri Memorial Medal of Distinction’, were introduced, recognizing exceptional talent and commitment in academics, social roles, and extracurricular activities.

The convocation culminated with the closure announced by the Hon’ble Governor of Assam, followed by the National Anthem, marking a momentous conclusion to Convocation 2023.

Comments

Campus Option's picture

Submitted by Campus Option on Mon, 05/08/2024 - 16:39
One of the best university in Assam

Pages

Add new comment

Other Contents by Author

6 people missing in Bihali

At least six villagers are believed to have been missing after the bloodbath at Chauldhua where miscreants from Arunachal Pradesh gunned down at least ten people on Wednesday.But the district administration has yet to confirm it. The local residents are in search of the persons inside the dense jungle. Ten bodies were recovered during the last two days after the shoot out.       

Gogoi slams Opp

Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi on Friday slammed AGP, BJP and AIUDF for standing united to ensure the victory of the Opposition consensus candidate in the ensuring Rajya Sabha polls.Talking to reporters in the sidelines of a function in Dibrugarh, Gogoi said that despite unbridgeable differences, the  opposition parties have stood united only to defeat Congress. But he said that the unity won’t work this time also.

Gogoi slams Opp

Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi on Friday slammed AGP, BJP and AIUDF for standing united to ensure the victory of the Opposition consensus candidate in the ensuring Rajya Sabha polls.Talking to reporters in the sidelines of a function in Dibrugarh, Gogoi said that despite unbridgeable differences, the  opposition parties have stood united only to defeat Congress. But he said that the unity won’t work this time also.

RS poll puts Cong in confusion

Utter confusion seems to have gripped Assam Congress after chief minister Tarun Gogoi and APCC president Bhubneswar Kalita maintained different position on Biswajeet Daimary’s fate in the Rajya Sabha polls.The BPF candidate was in a mood to withdraw the nomination citing lack of strength. But finally, he agreed to contest after Gogoi’s assurance of strategies for his smooth sailing.But APCC president Kalita spoke differently on Friday. He said that the party can’t assure the BPF leader of victory.

ULFA confirms Dalimi tragedy

ULFA finally confirms death of lady cadre Dalimi alias Anju Saikia.In a statement issued to media, the banned insurgent outfit said on Friday that she was missing since January 5 and her body was found on January 19.According to the outfit, before her missing she lost her mental balance. But they have not explained the reason of their silence.But her bereaved family members have asked for her body if she really died 3 km away from Maynmar camp.           

KMSS threatens protest

KMSS threatens to go for an intensified protest against the legislators if they fall in horse trading trap in the upcoming Rajya Sabha poll.KMSS leaders told Assam Times that they are keeping close watch on the legislators in the time of a tight contest between a Congress-backed candidate and the Opposition consensus candidate on February 7.

More road blockade

All roads leading to Arunachal Pradesh are blocked in protest against the Bihali incident where 10 villagers were killed in miscreants firing.Several organizations have blocked the Balipara road leading to Tawang from Friday morning forcing all vehicles bound for the neighbouring state stander.    

Hotel GM missing in Guwahati

A senior official of a hotel in the heart of Guwahati city has been missing from Thursday.According to information, general manager with the Hotel Hornbill in Paltanbazar area in the city Niranjan Chatterjee has been remaining untraced since Thursday afternoon.In the FIR filed by his family member, his wife has suspected it to be a case of kidnapping.

CBI probe into Bihali killing

Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi will recommend CBI probe into the Bihali incident where 10 villagers from Assam were gunned down by the miscreants from Arunachal Pradesh.Gogoi, who was on a stock-taking visit to Bihali on Thursday talked to his Arunachal Pradesh counterpart where the duo agreed to seek a high level probe.

Burning Bihali

Simmering protest refuses to die down against Arunachal Pradesh even 48 hours after the miscreants from across the interstate border in Chauldhuwa killed 10 villagers.The bloodbath was followed by the protest in the form of bandh and economic blockades disrupting transportation of essential commodities to the neighbouring state.Hundreds of trucks carrying essential commodities bound for Itanagar and Tepu are remaining stranded in Borgang, Naharjan, Jonai on the National Highway No 52 under the impact of the blockade.   On the other hand, protesters have demanded the Arunachal Pradesh government to hand over the miscreants within the next 48 hours. They further asked adequate...