Interaction with Parents - Director's Message

I know sitting in front of screens has become the new normal. So addressing you all through this online mode is surely an experience to remember for all of us. I understand that this could be difficult or unusual for a lot of you. But in this regard I’m reminded of our students who are forced to spend their campus life online. How hard it must be for them to miss out on one of the best experiences of their lives – being a student. 

It is not easy on our faculty either, but they, along with our management team have been working very hard to make this sudden transition for them as smooth as possible. At Christ we have been spending more time and effort for the efficient running of daily matters, with our students extending great cooperation as well. So I would like to begin by appreciating all of them, for their dedication and drive that is in line with the spirit of CHRIST and what CHRIST stands for. 
Let me also express my heartfelt gratitude to you, the parents, for constantly motivating your wards to be their best selves. 

Initially when we decided to hold examinations online for our students, we were faced with a lot of objections and criticisms. But since we only had the welfare of our students in mind, as always, we decided to go ahead with our decision. This eventually turned out to be rewarding. Since most of our students graduated on time they could successfully move onto the next step in their career path. Several institutions followed this model after govt. announcements were made encouraging online mode of examinations. It gives me great pride to say that even in this trying times, CHRIST and Christites continued to be ahead of schedule, with much efficiency.

While CHRIST continually strives to achieve excellence in academics, we equally encourage the non-academic pursuits of our students. It was only a month ago that our student welfare office successfully coordinated and completed the event DARPAN. This is truly a major task given the complications associated with conducting cultural programs and activities over online mode. However, everyone rose up to the challenge. Students, faculty members, coordinators, all their efforts, enthusiasm and hard work collectively made DARPAN the success that it was. And it gives me great pleasure to say that this zeal extended across other events as well like the HACKATHON, OST to name a few.

We have received several requests from students about wanting to come back to campus, of how they are missing out on the campus experience. Lavasa is one of the safest places since you all know that we have zero reported COVID cases here. However, let me inform you that CHRIST is still equipped to meet the needs of the hour in this current pandemic situation. One of the ways in which this has been ensured is by our appointment of a full-time in-house doctor. Let me assure you that once the government gives the order we will have made all arrangements to ensure the safety and well-being of our students. We are equally eager to have our students back on campus.

 During the course of this difficult time we received several mails and words of encouragement from a lot of the parents. This support and love that you have shown us is indeed heartwarming and gives us the motivation to continue to work towards the betterment of our students and their interests. We hope that you will continue to extend this love and support for the entire duration of yours and your wards journey with us.

 - Dr. Fr. Jossy P George