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Goa University Holds 36th Convocation Ceremony at Taleigao

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Written by Intern Rency Gomes ||Team Allycaral 

Goa University held its 36th Convocation Ceremony on Saturday, 7 February 2026, at the Dr. Shyama Prasad Mukherjee Indoor Stadium, Taleigao. The event marked a significant academic milestone for graduating students and reaffirmed the university’s commitment to higher education and academic excellence.


The ceremony was conducted in the august presence of Pusapati Ashok Gajapathi Raju, Governor of Goa and Chancellor of Goa University. Prof. Abhay Karandikar, Secretary, Department of Science and Technology, Government of India, graced the occasion as the Chief Guest.

Degrees were conferred upon students from various faculties, celebrating their academic achievements and years of dedication. The convocation reflected the university’s role in nurturing knowledge, research and innovation while contributing to the educational development of the state.

The event concluded on a dignified note, symbolising the transition of graduates into the next phase of their professional and academic journeys, and reinforcing Goa University’s vision of fostering excellence in higher education.

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Goa University Hosts Workshop on Epigraphy and Palaeography

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Goa University recently hosted an insightful Workshop on Epigraphy and Palaeography, inaugurated by Prof. Sunder Dhuri, Registrar of Goa University. The workshop was jointly organized by the Discipline of History, D. D. Kosambi School of Social Sciences and Behavioural Studies, and the Department of Goa Gazetteer and Historical Records, Government of Goa.

Held at the Seminar Hall, Faculty Block B, the workshop aimed to provide participants with a deeper understanding of ancient inscriptions, scripts, and historical document analysis. It brought together scholars, students, and history enthusiasts to explore techniques in reading, interpreting, and preserving historical records.

Such initiatives reflect Goa University’s ongoing commitment to promoting research and scholarship in the humanities, while also strengthening collaboration between academic institutions and government archival departments.

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St Xavier’s College, Mapusa Crowned Champions of Goa University Inter-Collegiate Best Physique Championships 2025–26

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St Xavier’s College, Mapusa, delivered a commanding performance to emerge overall champions at the Goa University Inter-Collegiate Best Physique (Men) Championships 2025–26, organised by Goa University at Jubilee Hall, Taleigao.

V M Salgaocar College of Law, Miramar, secured the runners-up position, while P G Goa University finished third in the overall standings.

The coveted ‘Goa University Shree’ 2025–26 title was clinched by Guruprasad Ghadi of Dhempe College of Arts & Science, Miramar, following an impressive display across weight categories that stood out among competitors from colleges across the State.

The presentation ceremony was graced by Dr Sandesh Dessai, Librarian, Goa University, as the chief guest, along with Balachandra B Jadar, Assistant Director of Physical Education and Sports, Goa University, who presented trophies and medals to the winners.

Category-wise Results:

  • Up to 60 kg:
    Gold – Ashwet Pilankar (Goa College of Engineering)
    Silver – Saiesh Chopdekar (S S Dempo College, Cujira)
    Bronze – Prathamesh Gaonkar (Shree Rayeshwar Institute, Shiroda)
  • Up to 65 kg:
    Gold – Guruprasad Ghadi (Dhempe College, Miramar)
    Silver – Sameer Saingh (MES College, Zuarinagar)
    Bronze – Brendon Sawant (St Xavier’s College, Mapusa)
  • Up to 70 kg:
    Gold – Anurag Parab (St Xavier’s College, Mapusa)
    Silver – Shalil Arolkar (St Xavier’s College, Mapusa)
    Bronze – Adil Bepari (S S Dempo College, Cujira)
  • Up to 75 kg:
    Gold – Mrunal Desai (P C C E College, Verna)
    Silver – Harshad Dhami (S S Dempo College, Cujira)
    Bronze – Rohit Gop (P G Goa University)
  • Up to 85 kg:
    Gold – Sanjeev Revodkar (P G Goa University)
    Silver – Vanshvardhan Mandrekar (V M Salgaocar College of Law)
    Bronze – Malcom Antao (Don Bosco College of Engineering, Fatorda)
  • Above 85 kg:
    Gold – Marc Souza (V M Salgaocar College of Law)
    Silver – Britt Vales (Don Bosco College of Engineering, Fatorda)
    Bronze – Rudraksha Kole (D M’s College, Assagao)

The championship highlighted the growing standard of fitness, discipline, and competitive bodybuilding across Goa’s colleges, reinforcing the importance of university-level sports in nurturing talent.

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Microsoft’s Aruna Chakkirala Talks GenAI, Responsible AI at Goa Business School

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As part of the ongoing Fomento Lecture Series, Microsoft’s Lead AI Cloud Solutions Architect, Aruna Chakkirala, delivered an insightful talk at Goa Business School, Goa University, on Tuesday. The session, titled “Business Impact of AI and Building Meaningful GenAI Use Cases,” offered students a first-hand perspective into how artificial intelligence, particularly Generative AI, is reshaping the world of work and innovation.

An alumna of Goa University herself, with a Master’s in Computer Applications, Aruna’s return to campus was both nostalgic and impactful. Drawing from over two decades of global experience in AI and cloud architecture, she explored the widespread influence of Generative AI across industries and how it’s essential for young professionals to orient themselves toward this transformative technology.

She advised students to focus not only on acquiring AI skills but on building domain understanding—stressing that AI should be seen as a tool to augment human capabilities, not replace them. This, she said, is crucial for improving job prospects in an increasingly AI-integrated job market.

Addressing a pressing concern among students, Aruna candidly acknowledged the uncertainty surrounding AI’s impact on employment. “We still don’t know how this wave of AI growth will ultimately affect job creation or displacement,” she said, validating the mixed sentiments within the academic community.

What remained constant throughout her talk was the emphasis on Responsible AI. For Aruna, responsible innovation has always been at the core of her professional journey. She spoke about the ethical dimensions of AI systems and the importance of building transparent, explainable models. Her book, Interpretability and Explainability in AI using Python, underscores this very philosophy and remains a valuable resource for professionals and learners alike.

The session concluded with an interactive Q&A where students engaged with Aruna on current AI trends, future opportunities, and the importance of human-AI collaboration. The event further cemented Goa Business School’s commitment to providing students with access to leaders driving real-world tech transformation.

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Goa University Alumna Dr. Elizabeth Maya Honored with Prestigious SEA Award

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Goa University is celebrating a proud moment as one of its distinguished alumnae, Dr. Elizabeth Maya, has been recognized on the international stage. A graduate of the School of Chemical Sciences, Dr. Maya has been awarded the Service Excellence and Accountability (SEA) Award by the California Energy Commission.

The SEA Award is a highly regarded honor that acknowledges exceptional contributions in the field of energy, research, and sustainability. Dr. Maya’s recognition reflects her commitment to advancing innovation and accountability in energy sciences.

The achievement also highlights the global impact of Goan talent and the strong academic foundation provided by Goa University. Speaking about the recognition, the University expressed immense pride in Dr. Maya’s success, stating that her work continues to inspire current and future students.

This international honor places Goa University on the map of academic institutions contributing to world-class research and leadership.

👏 Heartfelt congratulations to Dr. Elizabeth Maya for this outstanding achievement!