UIAMS Bids an Emotional Farewell to the MBA passing out Batch of 2025 

Chandigarh, 31 May 2025: The University Institute of Applied Management Sciences (UIAMS), Panjab University, Chandigarh, hosted a grand and heartfelt farewell ceremony for the MBA passing out class of 2025. Held at the University Auditorium, the event was graced by Prof. Sanjay Kaushik, Director, College Development Council (DCDC), Panjab University, as the Chief Guest and Prof. Simrit Kahlon, Dean Student Welfare (Women), Panjab University, was the Guest of Honour.
Prof. Anupreet Kaur Mavi, Director, UIAMS, warmly welcomed all. In her opening address, she celebrated the resilience, growth, and achievements of the students and acknowledged the collaborative spirit of faculty, staff, and students that has made UIAMS a thriving academic community. She urged the MBA passing out students to remain lifelong learners and to carry forward the values of discipline, innovation, and service.
UIAMS, established under the esteemed umbrella of Panjab University, has consistently stood out for its innovative approach to management education, its strong industry-academia linkages, and its focus on practical, application-oriented learning. UIAMS has carved a niche for itself as a hub for nurturing future-ready business leaders and socially responsible professionals.
Prof. Sanjay Kaushik, emphasized to the passing out students that as you move ahead in life, remember three simple but powerful principles: Stay rooted to your nation – It’s time to give back to the country that shaped you, Care for your parents – Never leave them behind; they’ve been your strength since birth and Live with integrity – Reject corruption and always choose the ethical path. These values will guide you toward a meaningful and honorable life.
Prof. Simrit Kahlon congratulated the students on their successful academic journey and shared valuable insights on life beyond campus, including leadership, personal well-being, and community engagement. She added heartfelt reminders that as you step into the world as officers and professionals, never lose the human touch. In an age dominated by screens and social media, let empathy, compassion, and real connection guide your interactions. The uniform may give you authority, but humanity gives you respect.
This event marked a significant milestone in the lives of students who are now set to step into the professional world, equipped with knowledge, values, and memories cultivated at one of the region's premier management institutes. The event featured a lively and emotional cultural program comprising music, dance, and skits, organized by current students. A video retrospective brought back cherished memories, drawing smiles and tears from the audience. Heartfelt speeches from students expressed deep gratitude for their mentors, peers, and the institute that had become their second home.
The celebration concluded with a farewell lunch at the Golden Jubilee Hall, where faculty and students mingled informally, exchanged memories, and captured moments in photographs.
As UIAMS sends off its 2025 MBA graduates, it does so with immense pride and hope. These students now join a growing network of successful alumni who are making their mark in top companies, entrepreneurial ventures, and public service. With its unwavering commitment to academic excellence, ethics, and innovation, UIAMS continues to shape the future of management education in India.