KARACHI: More than 1,100 students were awarded their graduation, master’s and PhD degrees at the 27th convocation of the Sir Syed University of Engineering & Technology (SSU­ET).

A large number of educationists, scholars, dignitaries including faculty and students attended the convocation. Governor Kamran Tessori was the chief guest of the event, said a press release.

It said that a total of 1,117 Bachelor’s, 60 Master’s, and one PhD degree holders were awarded their degrees.

The position holders were awarded gold, silver, and bronze medals for securing highest marks in their respective disciplines.

Speaking on the occasion, Governor Tessori said that Sir Syed University was an ideological academic institute that served as an institution of inspiration, playing a vital role towards national development and also providing a capable workforce internationally.

Speaking on the occasion, SSUET Chancellor Jawaid Anwar said that due to the hard work and exemplary performance of the faculty and management, Sir Syed University had become the top priority for the new students.

“It is an era of technology. Young graduates are moving towards entrepreneurship. Students are working on new ideas, on new products. New business opportunities are being created and youth are being given priority in employment who can play an effective role in increasing the efficiency, production, and profitability of the enterprises,” he said.

He said that Sir Syed University had launched two new programmes — Data Science and Cyber Security Network. “Being aware of the present challenges, we are going to inaugurate the Cyber Security Centre of Excellence at Sir Syed University very soon.”

SSUET Vice Chancellor Prof Vali Uddin presented varsity’s annual report for the year 2023-24 and said that it had grown to 16 academic departments with more than 7,000 students and around 350 faculty members.

In the end, students of the varsity presented Tarana-i-Aligarh with live music.

Published in Dawn, April 27th, 2024