Inaugural Ceremony of the Association for Universal Data & Intelligence (AUDI) – Data Science Department
The Data Science Department organized the inaugural ceremony of its Association for Universal Data & Intelligence (AUDI) to formally launch a structured platform for data-driven learning and collaboration. The event, held in the University Auditorium on 15 September 2025, commenced with an invocation, lighting of the Kuthuvilakku, and a cultural performance that set an engaging academic ambience. Senior administrators, including the Honourable Vice Chancellor and Rector, highlighted the growing significance of data science, artificial intelligence, and sustainable development goals in engineering education and societal transformation. The chief guest, Mr. George Koshi, emphasized industry expectations, emerging opportunities in data analytics, and the need for students to be proficient in tools and platforms relevant to large-scale data processing. The formal inauguration and logo reveal of AUDI, followed by badge distribution and an oath ceremony for office bearers, reinforced the Association’s commitment to promoting research orientation, ethical data practices, and continuous skill enhancement among students.
KEY HIGHLIGHTS
- Formal inauguration and logo reveal of the Association for Universal Data & Intelligence (AUDI) under the Data Science Department.
- Addresses by the Vice Chancellor and Rector on the role of data science, AI, and sustainable development goals in present-day engineering education.
- Inaugural address by industry expert Mr. George Koshi focusing on industry readiness, analytics careers, and technological trends in data-driven enterprises.
- Emphasis on building student competencies in data science, artificial intelligence, and analytics through association-led workshops, talks, and hands-on activities.
- Badge distribution and oath ceremony for student office bearers to encourage leadership, responsibility, and active participation in academic and co-curricular initiatives.
- Enthusiastic participation from students and faculty, fostering a collaborative environment for future projects and industry–academia interactions.
