Event Summary
The 30th Convocation Ceremony of JKKN Dental College and Hospital was held at Kumarapalayam. A total of 119 students were conferred degrees during the ceremony, including 103 undergraduate (BDS) and 16 postgraduate (MDS) dental students. Dr. Vijayaraghavan, Vice-Chancellor of Ramachandra Higher Education and Research Institution, Chennai, served as the chief guest and conferred degrees to the graduating students.
Key Dignitaries
Chief Guest: Dr. Vijayaraghavan (Vice-Chancellor, Ramachandra Higher Education and Research Institution, Chennai)
Chairperson: Smt. N. Sendamaraai (Chairperson, JKKN Institutions)
Managing Director: Mr. Ommsharravana (Managing Director, JKKN Institutions)
Principal: Dr. Sivakumar (Principal, JKKN Dental College and Hospital)
Special Guest: Dr. Tamilselvan (Head, Department of Oral Pathology, Ramachandra Dental College)
Chief Guest's Address
In his convocation address, Dr. Vijayaraghavan, Vice-Chancellor of Ramachandra Higher Education and Research Institution, emphasized the importance of adapting to technological changes in the dental profession. Key points from his speech included:
"New changes are coming rapidly due to modern entrepreneurship and technological advancements. Students must enhance their skills to adapt to new technologies. Technological changes are bringing about transformations in educational institutions at an unprecedented pace."
He encouraged the graduates to:
Embrace digital innovations in dentistry
Continuously upgrade their professional skills
Stay updated with the latest advancements in dental healthcare
Contribute to the advancement of oral healthcare in society
Graduate Statistics
Undergraduate (BDS) Graduates - 103
Postgraduate (MDS) Graduates - 16
Total Graduates119
Ceremony Proceedings
The convocation ceremony was presided over by Chairperson Smt. N. Sendamaraai of JKKN Educational Institutions. Managing Director Mr. Ommsharravana delivered special remarks during the event. Principal Dr. Sivakumar welcomed the gathering.
Dr. Tamilselvan, Head of the Department of Oral Pathology at Ramachandra Dental College, also addressed the graduates and offered his blessings.
Vice Principal Dr. Karunakaran proposed the vote of thanks.
Significance
This 30th convocation marks three decades of academic excellence at JKK Nataraja Dental College, highlighting the institution's long-standing commitment to producing skilled dental professionals for Tamil Nadu and beyond.