Ahmedabad: GLS University proudly held the 2nd Convocation Ceremony of the GLS-UTSC Global Program, honoring the academic accomplishments of graduates who are about to begin the next chapter of their educational journey in Australia. The ceremony took place on the GLS University campus and represented a significant milestone in the institution’s vision for transnational education (TNE), created in partnership with the University of Technology Sydney (UTS) College, Australia.
GLS-UTSC Global Program: A Unique International Pathway : The GLS-UTSC Global Program provides an exceptional international pathway in Business and Information Technology. Students begin their journey in India for the first year and then complete the final two years at UTS College in Australia. Launched in 2023, this program has quickly become a benchmark for cross-border academic excellence, merging Indian values with global standards. Notably, students benefit from in-house IELTS and PTE training, which ensures a high success rate in preparing them for international placements.
Shri Sudhir Nanavati, President of GLS University, extended his heartfelt congratulations to the graduating students and applauded their determination, academic excellence, and global aspirations. He emphasized that programs like GLS-UTSC reaffirm GLS University’s commitment to shaping globally responsible leaders and professionals.
The convocation began with the official declaration by the President of GLS University, followed by a welcoming address from Dr. Chandni Kapadia, Executive Director and International Director of GLS University. In her keynote, she highlighted the vision behind launching the program and praised the graduates for their resilience, curiosity, and integrity.
The ceremony featured a Progression Report by Dr. Dharmesh Shah, Provost of GLS University, outlining the students’ academic growth, extracurricular participation, and preparedness for global education. He acknowledged the dedication of students and faculty in shaping this outcome.
A special Convocation Address was delivered by Ms. Morwenna Shahani, CEO of UTS College, Australia, who congratulated the graduating batch and encouraged them to embrace global learning with confidence and adaptability.
Diplomas were conferred on students by the university dignitaries, followed by a vote of thanks from Dr. Kalagi Shah, Academic Manager of the Diploma of Business program at GLS-UTSC. The convocation concluded with the national anthems of Australia and India, and the GLS Anthem — symbolizing unity through education.
Speaking about the event, Dr. Kapadia remarked: “We launched a vision to create a truly global academic experience, and today we celebrate not just academic success but the spirit of perseverance, character, and integrity in our students.”
GLS-UTSC remains one of India’s leading transnational education models, fostering the development of globally competent professionals while encouraging educational exchange between India and Australia. The graduating students are now stepping into the world as global citizens, armed with the values and skills necessary to thrive in an interconnected environment.