Inauguration of Student Induction Program at UIET, PU

Chandigarh, November 17, 2021: University Institute of Engineering and Technology, Panjab University, Chandigarh, organized day one of the Students’ Induction Programme, which is being held from 17th to 20th November, 2021. The orientation is being organized by the Department of Applied Sciences, UIET under the guidance and patronage of Prof. Raj Kumar, Vice Chancellor, Panjab University, Prof. J.K. Goswamy, Director UIET, Panjab University, Chandigarh in collaboration with the Brand Promotion Committee. 
The objective of the orientation is to sensitize students towards exploring their academic interests and introduce students to the curriculum of UIET and Panjab University. During this four day event, expert lectures will be delivered by experts from different domains of society like PGIMER, Art of Living, social workers, etc.
The inaugural address was delivered by Prof. Raj Kumar, Vice Chancellor, Panjab University who motivated the students to come out with innovative solutions to problems. He highlighted the tremendous opportunities available in Panjab University and encouraged the students to collaborate with multiple disciplines and come up with startup ideas. His address was followed by a welcome note by Prof. JK Goswamy, Director, UIET. He stated that in this era of COVID-19 pandemic, the online orientation will definitely give them an insight about the university. All the different branch coordinators addressed the students and apprised them about the facilities and resources available within their disciplines. The ceremony was concluded with a thank you note by the coordinator of the Department of Applied Sciences, UIET.
The online inaugural session was attended by 400 students.