The 2nd Convocation Ceremony of the Graduating Post-Graduate students of MAEER’s MIT Institute of Design 2010 batch was held at the MITID campus, Rajbaug, Loni Kalbhor on the 24th of March, 2010, at 6:30 pm.
Dr. Arun Nigavekar, former Chairman, University Grants Commission, graced the occasion as the chief guest of honor. Dr. Vishwanath D. Karad, Founder Director and Managing Trustee, MAEER’S MIT and Prof. H. Kumar Vyas, Chairperson, Education Council presided the ceremony along with Dr. Sunil Karad Executive Director MAEER’s MIT, Prof. Anant Chakradeo Dean. Design Habitat Prof. Arvind Merchant Director (Academics) MAEER’s MIT Institute of design. The programme started with the inauguration of the “Degree Show” an exhibition of students work convocated in the function later. The entire atmosphere in the campus was filled with joy and enthusiasm. All the students and the faculty were very happy and satisfied as most of the students have already got placements in various big organizations. The passing out students were very happy to see a very grand exhibition and show organized by their juniors. The official announcement of “Convocation 2010” was done by Prof.H.Kumar Vyas Chairman Education council, in his short address to the student he explained the importance of process and approach of every design learner and how it makes impact on the design as a whole. Dr.Sunil Karad in his introductory speech said MAEER’s MIT institute of design (MIT ID) established in 2006 is running graduate and post-graduate programmes in design & design management. This is the 2nd post-graduate batch convocating in a grand ceremony organized by the institute. He further said that the institute since its inception is focusing on social aspect of design education which is reflecting through various projects the institute is working on to benefit the society as a whole. The institute is not only catering big industries but also small scale and social organizations benefiting the society at large. The institute is now in the next level to register itself on the global map with lots of international tie ups happening in due course of time. Vipin George student of PG Transportation design got the Best Student Award for academic excellence The awards for best projects for Industrial design & Communication design were awarded to Ajmal A Manzil & Rhea Mathias respectively. Dr.Vishwanath Karad in his welcome address emphasized on the Indian culture its importance to the world and how Indian design should cater the global needs with the impression of Indian values. India is looked as country of talent which reflects creativity which will be useful globally. The “Design Annual”, compilation of academic and Diploma projects of graduating students from across discipline was released at the function. Dr.Arun Nigvekar in his convocation address said that knowledge today & in future will not confined to any region, country or society truly to become world as a global village. Convocation should be function of joy and celebration joy because the students have achieved knowledge and celebration because these students will be entering into professional life where the gained knowledge will be tested said Dr.Nigvekar. He further added that creativity and innovation has no boundaries and all design solutions should reflect needs of present and future. Dr.Nigvekar stated with examples of six great designers, the approach and their beliefs that design should focus itself in diversified areas from human needs, mobility, communication, reinvention and most importantly environmental balance. He ended his speech on a high note requesting students to carry the torch of success & creativity for the development and betterment of “Mother Earth”. Prof.Arvind Merchant Director academics presented vote of thanks and really appreciated the efforts put by the entire team of students’ faculty & staff. Photo Gallery
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