Speakers: Sophie Blessing, Second Year BTech (CC) student, and Himma Mayuka, Second Year BTech (EC) student.
Welcome: Students of the class of 2024 and their parents to KLEF Deemed to be University.
Purpose of KLEF: Provide rich opportunities for students to learn, grow, and discover themselves.
Brief History and Achievements
Established: Initially established as KLEF College of Engineering in 1980-81.
Accreditations: A grade by NAAC in 2012, A++ re-accreditation in 2018, and recognized as a category 1 institution by UGC and MHRD in 2019.
Campus Expansion: Second off-campus site at Bajali in 2022.
Campus and Faculty Details
Faculty: Over 150 faculty members, more than 90% holding PhDs from prestigious institutions (IITs, NITs, central universities).
Student Community: Over 800 students across programs like CSC, ECE, CSIT, and BCA.
Guidance and Vision: Led by founder K Lakay Yagaru, designed to be a premier institution in engineering and management education.
Key Advantages
Academic Flexibility: Hundreds of courses allowing students to choose and create a unique educational experience.
Supportive Community: Faculty, staff, and student community committed to supporting and encouraging new students.
Details of Dignitaries and Principal Introduction
Dignitaries on the stage: Dr. L Koteswar, Principal of K Bajali Campus, Professor Hari Kiran V, Additional Dean of Academics, Dr. K Sri Murti (HOD of CSC), Mr. Sastra Rao (HOD of ECE), Dr. N Chitan Kumar (Head of FED), and Mr. B Vikas (Head of Technology and Skilling).
Welcome and Introduction: Each dignitary was introduced and invited to the stage.
Important Announcements and Details
Opening Address by Dr. L Koteswar:
Stress on faculty quality and the importance of student-faculty mentoring.
Emphasis on coding from day one, global certifications, and entrepreneurial ventures for each student.
Commitment to academic excellence and disciplined environment.
Open invitation for parents to meet the support team and stay updated.
Insights from Chief Guest - Mr. Bala Prasad Pegiri
Role and Experience: Chief Innovation Officer and Global Head of Technology Advisory Services at Tata Consultancy Services (TCS).
Points Covered:
Curiosity and Learning: Advocated for staying curious about learning various subjects.
Interdisciplinary Learning: Importance of subjects like English for fields such as Natural Language Processing (NLP).
Collaboration: Importance of collaborating within the industry, government, and academia.
Innovation: Continuous innovation, experimentation, and practical application of ideas.
Certifications and Skills: Suggestion to certify oneself in at least one technology area, present at conferences, and obtain patents.
Balancing Academics and Extracurricular Activities: Importance of participation in extracurricular activities and maintaining overall fitness.
Academic Structure by Professor Hari Kiran V
Philosophy: Academic activities encompassing a 360-degree development of students.
Global Outlook: Competing and comparing oneself globally rather than locally.
Pride in Honesty: Value of independent learning and honest work ethic.
Program Flexibilities
Program and Degree: Difference between program admission and degree graduation.
Honors Degree Options: Multiple pathways like honors through research, innovation, or experiential learning.
Course Options: Regular, advanced, and experiential learning modes.
Learning and Assessment Flexibilities
Classes and Independent Learning: Flipped classroom model - lectures and reading at home, problem-solving, and projects in class.
Assessment Methods: Innovative evaluation methods like projects, research articles, and global certifications replace the traditional exams.
Setting Targets
Academic and Career Targets: Importance of setting clear and measurable academic and career goals from the first semester.
Balanced Development: Inclusive growth in technical skills, communication, and holistic development.
Interaction with Parents and Students
Q&A Session: Interactive session covering various queries about course details, internships, certifications, health considerations, uniform/dress code, and academic schedules.
Details Provided: Bridge courses schedule, commencement of academic sessions, importance of logical thinking, discipline rules, and support structures available.