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VIT chancellor to receive honorary degree at Watson College Commencement
Under Viswanathan's leadership, VIT has grown into a premier institution serving over 88,000 students globally.
Govindasamy Viswanathan, founder and chancellor of the Vellore Institute of Technology, will receive a State University of New York honorary Doctor of Laws degree. / Image credit: binghamton.edu/
Govindasamy Viswanathan, chancellor of Vellore Institute of Technology (VIT), a reputed engineering university in India is set to receive an honorary Doctor of Laws degree from the State University of New York (SUNY) at Binghamton University’s commencement ceremony on May 10.
The University has recognized him for his contributions to international higher education and entrepreneurship. Under his leadership, VIT has grown into a premier institution serving over 88,000 students globally.
“Chancellor Viswanathan has been a pioneer for expanding access to higher education in India and partnering with institutions around the world. Our community is stronger because of our relationship with VIT, and I hope that we can continue to share students and faculty and collaborate on important research for many years to come,” Binghamton University president Harvey Stenger stated.
Viswanathan remarked, "The academic cooperation between VIT and Binghamton University signifies a commitment to fostering global learning opportunities and facilitating knowledge exchange between our institutions. Through our ongoing collaborative initiatives, we aim to cultivate innovation, promote interdisciplinary research and empower students with a global perspective to tackle real-world challenges.”
Born in a rural village in Tamil Nadu, India, Viswanathan went to study economics and law, along with completing an Advanced Management Program at Harvard Business School.
His ventured into politics and served in the Parliament as well as the Tamil Nadu State Legislature, to advocate for the working class. In 1984, he established the Vellore Engineering College which evolved into VIT.
Today, VIT boasts four campuses and an enrollment of over 88,000 students worldwide, earning acclaim from the Indian government as an institution of eminence for its academic prowess and inclusive educational practices.
Viswanathan has spearheaded initiatives to address educational disparities, receiving national and international recognition for his contributions. However, his endeavors extend beyond academia, encompassing community service projects aimed at sustainable rural development, student support programs, and environmental conservation efforts, such as the Clean Palar Project and tree plantation drives.
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