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<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n\n\tStudents at Freshers\u2019 Day 2026 Across Four Campuses in Chennai<\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n \n\t\u00a0<\/p>\n \n\tThe VELS Freshers\u2019 Day 2026 celebrations brought together students, parents, faculty members, senior administrators and distinguished guests. The programmes featured formal inaugural ceremonies, inspiring addresses, cultural performances and student engagement activities, introducing freshers to campus life, academic opportunities, student activities and career-focused learning at VELS.<\/p>\n \n\t\u00a0<\/p>\n \n\tThe VELS mascot Velu, was one of the highlights of the Freshers\u2019 Day celebrations, creating excitement and enthusiasm among the students. Representing wisdom, strength, learning and perseverance, Velu added a vibrant and memorable element to the celebrations, with students enthusiastically interacting and capturing moments with the mascot.<\/p>\n \n\t\u00a0<\/p>\n \n\tFreshers\u2019 Day 2026 at VELS Pallavaram Campus<\/strong><\/p>\n \n\tThe Pallavaram Campus, the flagship campus of the VELS Group of Institutions, hosted Freshers\u2019 Day programmes on August 3 and 5, welcoming students from diverse academic disciplines.<\/p>\n \n\t\u00a0<\/p>\n \n\tThe programmes introduced students to the University’s academic ecosystem, research and innovation opportunities, student clubs, sports facilities, placement initiatives and co-curricular activities.<\/p>\n \n\t\u00a0<\/p>\n \n\tDr. Irai Anbu, IAS (Retd.), Former Chief Secretary, Government of Tamil Nadu, graced the August 3 Freshers\u2019 Day programme as Chief Guest, while Mr. Sylendra Babu, IPS (Retd.), Former Director General of Police, Tamil Nadu, was the Chief Guest for the August 5 programme.<\/p>\n \n\t\u00a0<\/p>\n \n\tBoth dignitaries shared valuable insights with the students on discipline, lifelong learning, leadership, goal-setting, personal development and the importance of making responsible choices during their formative years.<\/p>\n \n\t\u00a0<\/p>\n \n\tFreshers\u2019 Day 2026 at VELS Periyapalayam Campus<\/strong><\/p>\n \n\tThe VELS Periyapalayam Campus hosted its Freshers\u2019 Day programme on August 10 for students pursuing programmes in Nursing, Allied Health Sciences, Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy and Pharmacy.<\/p>\n \n\t\u00a0<\/p>\n \n\tDr. V. Ganesan, Academic Director, Vijaya Medical & Educational Trust, graced the occasion as Chief Guest and addressed the freshers on the importance of academic excellence, professional ethics, discipline and holistic development in building meaningful careers in the healthcare sector.<\/p>\n \n\t\u00a0<\/p>\n \n\tThe programme highlighted the importance of professional knowledge, compassion, responsibility and continuous learning for students preparing to enter the healthcare profession.<\/p>\n \n\t\u00a0<\/p>\n \n\tFreshers\u2019 Inauguration 2026 at VELS Thalambur Campus<\/strong><\/p>\n \n\tAt the VELS Thalambur Campus, VISTAS conducted the Freshers\u2019 Inauguration on August 7 for students pursuing Nautical Science and Marine Engineering.<\/p>\n \n\t\u00a0<\/p>\n \n\tShri K. Saravanan, Registrar, Indian Maritime University, graced the occasion as Chief Guest and addressed the students, encouraging them to embrace discipline, integrity, innovation and excellence as they prepare for careers in the global maritime industry.<\/p>\n \n\t\u00a0<\/p>\n \n\tThe programme highlighted the campus’s emphasis on academic learning, professional development, leadership, sports and extracurricular engagement, while introducing students to the opportunities and responsibilities associated with careers in the maritime sector.<\/p>\n \n\t\u00a0<\/p>\n \n\tFreshers\u2019 Day 2026 at VELS Thiruvanmiyur Campus<\/strong><\/p>\n \n\tAt the VELS Thiruvanmiyur Campus, Freshers\u2019 Day programmes held on August 12 and 14 reflected the University’s focus on technology-driven education, industry exposure and AI-integrated learning.<\/p>\n \n\t\u00a0<\/p>\n \n\tStudents were introduced to the campus’s academic ecosystem, innovation initiatives, emerging technology opportunities and career-focused learning pathways.<\/p>\n \n\t\u00a0<\/p>\n \n\tThe School of Aviation hosted Capt. Albert Tiong Kung Yung, Captain and Aviation Lead Instructor, Asia Aeronautical Training Academy, Malaysia, and Mr. Teng Keng Peh, Director, Alpha Aviation Group, Indonesia, as Chief Guests for the respective programmes.<\/p>\n \n\t\u00a0<\/p>\n \n\tThe School of Computing Sciences welcomed Ms. Padma Jayaraman, Senior Associate Director, Movate, while the School of Management and Commerce hosted Ts. Dr. Suvarmani Subban, Chief Academic Officer \/ Administrator (DG), Malaysia, as Chief Guest.<\/p>\n \n\t\u00a0<\/p>\n \n\tThe participation of experienced professionals from the aviation, technology and management sectors provided students with valuable industry perspectives and insights as they embarked on their higher education journey.<\/p>\n \n\t\u00a0<\/p>\n \n\tGuidance for the New Generation of VELS Students<\/strong><\/p>\n \n\tAddressing the freshers, Dr. Ishari K. Ganesh, Founder Chancellor, VELS Group of Institutions, emphasised the importance of discipline and maintaining a balanced college life. He encouraged students to learn with dedication, participate in sports and cultural activities, explore innovation and entrepreneurship, and make full use of the opportunities provided by VELS.<\/p>\n \n\t\u00a0<\/p>\n \n\tAddressing the parents, he assured them that \u201ctheir children are in safe hands\u201d, reaffirming VELS’s commitment to nurturing students academically, professionally and personally and preparing them to become responsible citizens and future leaders.<\/p>\n \n\t\u00a0<\/p>\n \n\tDr. Preethaa Ganesh, Vice President, VELS Group of Institutions, highlighted VISTAS’s academic standing as one of Chennai\u2019s prominent deemed-to-be universities, with NAAC A++ accreditation and UGC Category-I status.<\/p>\n \n\t\u00a0<\/p>\n \n\tShe encouraged students to make the most of their college experience by actively participating in academics, research, innovation, sports, cultural activities, clubs, internships and leadership initiatives.<\/p>\n \n\t\u00a0<\/p>\n \n\tShe emphasised four essential investments for a successful life: Knowledge, Health, Relationships and Character and encouraged students to build meaningful friendships and make full use of the opportunities available on campus.<\/p>\n \n\t\u00a0<\/p>\n \n\tFreshers\u2019 Day 2026 Marks a New Beginning at VELS<\/strong><\/p>\n \n\tThe VELS Freshers\u2019 Day 2026 celebrations also enabled students to familiarise themselves with their respective campuses, interact with faculty members and senior students, and discover the wide range of academic, extracurricular and career-development opportunities available to them.<\/p>\n \n\t\u00a0<\/p>\n \n\tWith a continued focus on academic excellence, industry integration, research, innovation, international exposure and employability, VELS Group of Institutions remains committed to creating an environment where students can discover their strengths, pursue their aspirations and prepare for a rapidly evolving professional world.<\/p>\n \n\t\u00a0<\/p>\n \n\tThe Freshers\u2019 Day celebrations concluded on an energetic note, with students embracing their new identity as members of the VELS community and looking forward to the academic journey ahead.<\/p>\n \n\t\u00a0<\/p>\n \n\tAbout VELS University<\/strong><\/p>\n \n\tVELS Institute of Science, Technology & Advanced Studies (VISTAS) continues to be recognised as one of the prominent deemed-to-be universities in Chennai, distinguished by its prestigious NAAC A++ accreditation and UGC Category-I status. Home to over 20,000 students and supported by a dedicated faculty strength of 1,220 members, VISTAS offers more than 150 undergraduate and postgraduate programmes across a wide spectrum of disciplines. These include Medicine, Engineering, Nursing, Allied Health Sciences, Pharmacy, Management, Law, Mass Communication, Maritime Studies, Aviation, Physiotherapy and Computing Sciences, among others.<\/p>\n \n\t\u00a0<\/p>\n \n\tWith its commitment to academic excellence, innovation and holistic development, VISTAS remains a premier destination for quality higher education in India.<\/p>\n \n\t\u00a0<\/p>\n