KSOM Conducts First Virtual Alumni Meet
KIIT School of Management (KSOM) in association with its alumni club ‘Kongregate’ organized its first virtual alumni meet on 19th February 2022 for the batches of 1993-95, 1994-96 and 1995-97.
In his welcome address, Dr. S. K. Mahapatra, Director, KSOM, who initiated the tradition of year-wise alumni meet, discussed the progress and evolution of KIIT-DU and various achievements and progress made by the KSOM alumni. Prof. S. N. Mishra, Dean spoke about the importance of alumni meet and how the connection between alumni and alma mater is essential. Prof. Ayushi Raichoudhury, Faculty Coordinator – Alumni discussed the possibility of academic and research collaborations, arranging internships, alumni talk and career guidance for KIIT students with the alumni. Prof. Ashok Sar, Prof. R. N. Subudhi, Prof. Kumar Mohanty, Prof. Sumita Mishra and Prof. Saroj Routray also spoke on the occasion.
Subhra Mohapatra, MBA I student and member of ‘Kongregate’ highlighted the exponential growth of KIIT in all fields due to the untiring efforts of Prof. Achyuta Samanta, Founder, KIIT & KISS. She reminded the participants Prof. Samanta’s slogan, “Strengthening Alumni – Strengthening KIIT”.
At the interactive session, the alumni shared their experiences at KSOM and their current engagements. They were astonished to know about the growth of KIIT & KISS. They also spoke about how the branding and success of the Founder and their alma mater are giving true shape to their career and excellent visibility across the globe.
The alumni also shared their professional achievements and put forward a few suggestions relating to their contribution and collaboration with the alma mater. Subhra Mohapatra coordinated the game segment. The event ended with a word of thanks by Rasleen Kaur, Student Coordinator.