Humility, empathy make good leaders, says Tata Chemicals Ltd MD & CEO says R. Mukundan
Tenth PG Convocation of XIM University held successfully
By Biswanath Pradhan
Bhubaneswar, April 23: With a reputation for providing excellent education and cultivating responsible future leaders, XIM University celebrated the graduation of yet another cohort of students on 20th April 2024 at the grandeur auditorium in the new campus.
These graduates are poised to carry forward the university’s legacy of excellence in teaching, research, and leadership development.Graduation dayserves as a poignant milestone marking the transition from one phase of life to another. For graduates, it’s a moment of reflection on the knowledge gained, the skills honed, and the values imbibed during their time at XIM University. The number of students receiving degrees for the doctoral and postgraduate programmes are 06 and 643 respectively.
Shri.R. Mukundan, Managing Director& CEO, Tata Chemicals Ltd., was the Chief Guest and Convocation Speaker for the day. He quoted that “Humility and Empathy make good leaders.”
He also mentioned that it is important to surround oneself with good people for a fulfilling life. Three pertinentprinciples hold the true essence of life: Good Thoughts, Good Words and Good Deeds.Duringthe 10thConvocation, XIM University conferred an Honorary Doctoral Degree upon Shri. R. Mukundan.
Among the eminent dignitaries present were Fr. Jerome Cutinha, S.J., Chairman, Board of GovernorsofXIM University, Shri. RajiveKaul, EmeritusChairman, Board of Governors of XIM University, Fr. Antony R. Uvari, S.J., Vice Chancellor, XIM University, Fr. S. Antony Raj S.J., Registrar,Fr. V. Arockia Das, S.J., Chief Finance Officer, XIM University, Deans of different schools and Officials of XIM University. A few of the elite Board Members also graced occasion.
Prof. B. S Misra, Dean -Xavier Institute of Managementwelcomed all the students, parents, dignitaries, and guests.
Fr. Antony R. Uvari, S.J, Vice Chancellor – XIMUniversity,in hisreport elaborated the achievements of the University in the past year. He expressed his appreciation and gratitude towards the state government for their continuous support and guidance. Their involvement contributes significantly to the success and growth of XIM University in nurturing future global leaders for tomorrow.
The top rank holders across schools were felicitated withMedals for Academic Excellence by the Chief Guest. The event concluded with the vote of thanks by Fr. S. Antony Raj, S.J., Registrar.
