Shaping Tomorrow, Honoring Today: Industry Insights & VSEC Volunteer Honors

Vidya conducts several programs aimed to guide and inspire final-year students by exploring career and entrepreneurship opportunities both in India and abroad.

The Placement cell and Vidya Social Empowerment Center (VSEC), a unit of Vidya International Charitable Trust (VICT) organized an industry interaction session titled “Navigating the Future” on 17 March 2025.

Opening Remarks & Introduction

The event commenced with a prayer by Ann Rose Rajan (S6, AIML Dept) and a welcome address by Shafna (S4,  CSE Dept ) followed by a warm welcome and an introduction of the keynote speaker Mr Paul Chackola (Head, Training & Placement)

Keynote Speaker

The session featured Dr. Sureshkumar Madhusudhanan (Secretary General of the Indo Gulf & Middle East Chamber of Commerce and CMD of Seagull International Group). With extensive experience in global business and industry, Dr. Madhusudhanan shared valuable insights into:

• Career Opportunities: Employment trends, industry expectations, and essential skill sets.
• Entrepreneurship: Steps to establishing a business, funding options, and success strategies.
• Global Prospects: Career and business opportunities in the Middle East and Gulf regions.
• Interactive Q&A: Students engaged actively, seeking advice on their career paths.

Special Addresses

•  Er P K.Ashokan (Chief Patron, VICT) congratulated the speaker for his valuable insights and encouraged students to make the most of such opportunities.
• Adv. P N Unnirajan (Director–Administration, VICT) shared insights into emerging trends, challenges, and opportunities. Also applauded VSEC Volunteer for their unwavering commitment and efforts.
• Dr. Siju K C (Head of VSEC, Asso Prof, AS Dept) spoke about VSEC’s role in empowering students through scholarships, training programs, and social projects. He highlighted the importance of skill development, leadership, and community engagement.

Volunteer Recognition & Feedback

• Three final year VSEC volunteers Gayathri Gireesh (S8 ECE Dept), Varundev A (S8, ECE Dept) and Sinan Sulaiman (S8, ME Dept) shared their feedback on how the organization has impacted their personal and professional growth.
• Certificates were distributed to the following 2021-25 Batch VSEC volunteers for their contributions:_
  

  VSEC Volunteers	Dept	VSEC Volunteers	Dept
  Sinan Sulaiman	ME	Anjali V	ECE
  Gayathri Gireesh	ECE	Vedika M	CSE
  Varundev A V	ECE	Sangamesh M	ECE
  Krishnaveni T	ECE	Sreya M S	ECE
  Midhun Joshy	EEE	Alent Christy Joju	EEE
  Akshay K R	CSE	Suraj Shaju	EEE
  Sebastian T Jacob	EEE	Mohammed Hashim Abdul Basheer	ME
  Ranjith M	ME

Memento Presentation & Conclusion

• As a token of appreciation, Dr Sunitha C (Principal) presented a memento to Dr. Sureshkumar Madhusudhanan.
• A photo session followed, capturing the memorable moments of the event.
• The event concluded with a vote of thanks delivered by Jithisha M J (S4,  CSE Dept) expressing gratitude to the speaker, guests, faculty, and students for their participation.
• The event was compered by Gayathri (S4, ECE Dept).

The session successfully provided students with insights into career growth and entrepreneurship. It also reinforced VSEC’s commitment to student empowerment and community engagement. The enthusiasm of the participants and volunteers highlighted the event’s impact, making it a memorable and enriching experience for all.

The Editorial Team of News & Events joins the entire Vidya family in extending hearty congratulation to all our VSEC volunteers  on their unwavering  commitment and incredible efforts that empowers younger  minds, celebrates  hearts and creates a lasting impact with insights and inspiration !!!