Convocation
Convocations mark a crucial turning point in life. They are a joyous celebration of everything that has been — the hard work, discipline, dedication, and determination of students. And an enthusiastic anticipation of everything that will be — the world of possibilities that await them!
Students stand at the cusp of change, of adulthood, of becoming the compassionate changemakers that society needs. Equipped with the learning, experiences, and memories of their time at the University, students prepare to carve their own independent paths to success.
At the Ramaiah University of Applied Sciences, convocations are a gratifying acknowledgment of the efforts of students, faculty members, scholars, and staff, as we send out yet another batch of future leaders into the world.
The day-long event brings together different faculties, students and teachers, as members of the RUAS family address the graduating students. Imminent personalities also grace the occasion as chief guests and guests of honour and partake in the celebrations.
Eighth Convocation
The 8th ceremonial Convocation of M.S. Ramaiah University of Applied Sciences was held on 29th December,2023 at three locations, simultaneously, the main venue being the auditorium of Ramaiah Medical College, Gnanagangothri campus, Bangalore. The programme was presided over by Dr. M.R. Jayaram, Hon’ble Chancellor and Chairman of Gokula Education Trust, who inspired the young graduands with his address. Prof. J.N. Reddy O’Donnell Foundation IV Endowed Chair, University Distinguished Professor, and Regents’ Professor, Texas A&M University graced the occasion as Chief Guest. Prof. Kuldeep Kumar Raina, Hon’ble Vice-Chancellor of the University welcomed the august audience and presented the Annual Report of the University.
Dr. O P Kharbanda, Pro-Vice Chancellor, Health Sciences, Dr. G.S Venkatesh, Registrar, Dr. Medha Rao, Dean Academics, Dr. Anitha Ramalingam, COE, Deans of Faculties, and Heads of various departments were the other dignitaries on the daïs.
Dr. Vidya Baliga and Dr. Sandeep Reddy were the Master of Ceremonies. During the Convocation a total of 1864 students received their degrees, out of which 23 were PhD scholars. Medals were awarded to 83 students for their meritorious academic performances. The graduands were cheered on by all the faculty, and their proud parents. The programme ended with the vote of thanks.
Seventh Convocation
Ramaiah University of Applied Sciences conducted its 7th Convocation on Thursday, 16th February 2023 at Gnangangothri and Ramaiah Technology Campuses. Degrees were conferred to Undergraduates, Postgraduates and Research Scholars. Prof. Kuldeep Kumar Raina, Vice Chancellor-RUAS welcomed the gathering, Dr. G. Satheesh Reddy, Scientific Advisor to Raksha Mantri, Govt. of India was the chief guest of the function and delivered the Convocation Address. Dr. M. R. Jayaram, Chancellor of the University presided over the convocation ceremony, conferred the degree to the Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) graduands and gave away medals to the toppers of respective UG and PG programmes. The vote of thanks was proposed by Dr. Medha Y. Rao, Dean — Academic Affairs, RUAS. Shree M. R. Srinivasa Murthy, Chief Executive Officer — GEF(M), Dr. G S Venkatesh — Registrar, RUAS graced the occasion.
Vice Chancellor and Registrar and respective Deans of the faculties conferred degrees to the Faculty of Management and Commerce (FMC), Faculty of Life and Allied Health Sciences (FLAHS) and School of Social Sciences graduands at Dwaraka Hall.
Dr. Omprakash Kharbanda, PVC-Health Sciences and respective Deans of the faculties conferred degrees to Faculty of Dental Sciences, Faculty of Hospitality Management (FHMCT), Faculty of Pharmacy and Bachelor of Vocational (B.Voc.) graduands near Heritage Building, Gnanagangothri campus.
Dr. Govind R. Kadambi, PVC-Research and Dr. Dilip Kumar Mahanty, Dean — Faculty of Engineering and Technology conferred degrees to Faculty of Engineering and Technology (FET), Faculty of Art and Design(FAD), Faculty of Mathematical and Physical Sciences, B.Voc (PDM, Mechatronics) and PGD-RST graduands at Ramaiah Technology Campus, Peenya.
Sixth Convocation
Ramaiah University of Applied Sciences conducted its Sixth Convocation on Monday, 14th March 2022 at Gnangangothri Campus, New BEL Road, Bangalore. Degrees were conferred to Undergraduates, Postgraduates and Research Scholars. Prof. Kuldeep Kumar Raina, Vice Chancellor-RUAS welcomed the gathering, Prof, Anil D. Sahasrabudhe, Chairman, AICTE was the chief guest of the function and delivered the Convocation Address. Dr. M. R. Jayaram, Chancellor of the University presided over the convocation ceremony, conferred the degree to the Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) graduands and gave away medals to the toppers of respective UG and PG programmes. The vote of thanks was proposed by Dr. Latha Anandakrishna, Dean — Academic Affairs, RUAS. Shree M. R. Srinivasa Murthy, Chief Executive Officer — GEF(M), Dr. M Saibaba — Registrar, Dr. Govind R Kadambi — PVC Research and Dr. Anindya Sen — PVC Social Sciences — RUAS graced the occasion.
Vice Chancellor and Registrar conferred degrees to the Faculty of Engineering and Technology (FET) graduands at Dwaraka Hall, Dr. Govind R. Kadambi, PVC-Research conferred degrees to Faculty of Art and Design(FAD) and Faculty of Mathematical & Physical Sciences (FMPS) graduands at Auditorium, Advanced Learning Center, University House, Dr. Anindysen, PVC-Social Sciences conferred degrees to Faculty of Management and Commerce graduands (FMC) at FMC Seminar Hall, Prof. Ashok C. Meti, Controller of Examination conferred degrees to Bachelor of Vocational (B.Voc.) graduands at Gurukula, Faculty of Dental Sciences and Deans of FLAHS, FHMCT and FPH conferred degrees to the respective faculty graduands at Ramaiah Medical College Auditorium.
Fifth Convocation (Virtual)
Ramaiah University of Applied Sciences (RUAS) organized the Fifth Convocation at Gnanagangothri Campus on 22nd February 2021. Dr. K. Kasturirangan, Former – Chairman, ISRO and Padma Vibhushan Awardee was the Chief Guest for the Ceremony. Dr. Kasturirangan’s Convocation Address highlighted on transition from the bounded and structured framework of academics to unbounded and evolving framework of future career. Congratulating all the Graduands, Dr. Kasturirangan emphasized that Convocation is yet another landmark day bringing with it an opportunity for the needed renewal of the urge and thrust for rigor, rededication and repositioning for prospective career opportunities. In this Convocation, 1047 Students received their Degree Certificates. In particular, 16 Students were awarded Ph.D. Degree from RUAS. Dr. M.R. Jayaram, Chancellor, RUAS presided over the Convocation Ceremony. Prof. Govind R. Kadambi, Acting Vice Chancellor, RUAS delivered the Welcome Address and informed all the Students that the University has thrived to provide you the environment, encouragement, exposure and experience to gain the expertise needed to pursue the future career with immense confidence and resounding satisfaction. Prof. Kadambi also hoped that the academic journey in RUAS was a worthwhile, rewarding and the envisaged student experience was comparable to the best of the Universities across the Globe. On behalf of RUAS, Prof. Kadambi expressed the gratitude to all the Trustees, Directors, Head’s of the Sister Institutions, International Partners and Well Wishers of the University. Prof. D.C. Sundaresh, Pro Vice Chancellor (Health Sciences) congratulated all the graduating Students and proposed Vote of Thanks for the Event.
Fourth Convocation
Ramaiah University of Applied Sciences conducted its Fourth Convocation on Wednesday, 23rd October 2019 at Dwaraka Auditorium, Gnangangothri Campus, New BEL Road, Bangalore. Degrees were conferred to graduands of B.Tech., M.Tech., B.Des., M.Des., BHM, MBA(HM), MDS, MBA, MHA, M.Sc., M.Com., B.Pharm. and M.Pharm. programme. Dr. Sivagurtu S Sritharan, Vice Chancellor-RUAS welcomed the gathering, Dr. Bhushan Patwardhan, Vice-chairman, UGC, New Delhi was the chief guest and delivered the Convocation Address. Dr. M. R. Jayaram, Chancellor of the University presided over the convocation ceremony and gave away medals to the toppers of respective programmes. The vote of thanks was proposed by Dr. Govind R. Kadambi, Pro Vice Chancellor-Research, RUAS. The Deans of respective faculties conferred degrees to the graduands. Shree M. R. Srinivasa Murthy, Chief Executive Officer — GEF(M) and Dr. A. R. Subramanian, Registrar — RUAS graced the occasion.
Third Convocation
RUAS conducted its thirdd Convocation on Wednesday, 19th January 2019 at Dwaraka Auditorium, Gnangangothri Campus, New BEL Road, Bangalore. Degrees were conferred to graduands of B.Tech., M.Tech., B.Des., M.Des., MBA, MBA-HM, M.Com., M.Sc., BHM, MHA, M.Sc. B.Pharm. and M.Pharm. programme. Prof. Govind R. Kadambi, Acting Vice Chancellor, RUAS welcomed the gathering, Dr. Michael D. Amiridis, Chancellor — The University of Illinois at Chicago was the chief guest and delivered the Convocation Address. Dr. M. R. Jayaram, Chancellor of the University presided over the convocation ceremony and gave away medals to the toppers of respective programmes. The Deans of respective faculties conferred degrees to the graduands.
Second Convocation
Ramaiah University of Applied Sciences conducted its Second Convocation on Friday, 3rd November 2017 at Dwaraka Auditorium, Gnangangothri Campus, New BEL Road, Bangalore. Degrees were conferred to graduands of M.Tech., M.Des., MBA, MHA, M.Sc. and M.Pharm. programme. Dr. S. R. Shankapal welcomed the gathering, Dr. Susan Poser, Provost & Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs, The University of Illinois at Chicago was the chief guest and delivered the Convocation Address. Dr. M. R. Jayaram, Chancellor of the University presided over the convocation ceremony and gave away medals to the toppers of respective programmes. The vote of thanks was proposed by Dr. K. Pushpanjali, Academic Registrar, RUAS. The Deans of respective faculties conferred degrees to the graduands. Dr. Bellur S. Prabhakar, Associate Dean for technological innovation and training, prof in the department of Microbiology & immunology and professor of opthalmology, The University of Illinois at Chicago graced the occasion.
First Convocation
The University conducted its FIRST Convocation on Friday, 4th November 2016 at 4:30 pm in the University House, Gnangangothri Campus, New BEL Road, Bangalore. It was a historic and memorable day as all the graduates of first batch were conferred a Masters Degree of Ramaiah University of Applied Sciences. Graduands of M.Tech., M. Des., MBA, MHA, M.Sc. and M.Pharm. programme were conferred with M.Tech., M. Des., MBA, MHA, M.Sc. and M.Pharm. degrees respectively. Well-known Missile Scientist, Dr. A. Sivathanu Pillai, recipient of Padma Bhushan delivered the Convocation Address. Dr. M. R. Jayaram, Chancellor of the University gave away medals to the toppers of respective programmes. Deans of respective faculties conferred the degrees to the graduands.
