Youth Incorporated Magazine

Delhi, 23rd January 2024: Indian Institute of Art & Design, in association with Kingston School of Art, Kingston University, UK, hosted its fifth Convocation at Sirifort Auditorium, Delhi. The event witnessed the participation of 95 students who were honoured for their academic achievements. Distinguished Chief Guest, Prof. Mandy Ure – Dean & Pro-Vice Chancellor, Inclusion & Sustainability, Kingston University, graced the occasion and delivered an inspiring convocation address. Notable speakers included Dr. Jitin Chadha, Founder & CEO – IIAD, and Professor Usha Patel, Director Academics – IIAD.

The convocation marked the completion of four years of academic learning—students adorned in their academic regalia were from five cohorts: Communication Design, Fashion Design, Interior Architecture & Design and Fashion Business Management. Notably, the institute achieved an outstanding 94% placement rate this year.

Prof. Mandy Ure expressed her admiration, stating, “Each and everyone of you will have faced unique challenges on your journey here. You’ve proved your strength of character and your ability by working hard.” 

Commencing the ceremony, Dr. Jitin Chadha, lauded the Class of 2023 and acknowledged their self-guided learning journey, and how they had imbibed invaluable lessons under their mentors, now scripting unique narratives. In his address, he underscored three pivotal lessons:“Learn from failures for discernment, build tolerance for ambiguity as change-makers, and embrace empathy for effective leadership and positive impact on the world.”

Prof. Usha Patel took the audience through a journey reflecting on the dedication, experiences, challenges and milestones of the IIAD students. “Today, you stand here not merely as scholars but as vessels filled with a rich brew of knowledge, experience and resilience that has been brewing for a very long time,” emphasising the transformation each student underwent.

Over the course of its nine-year journey, IIAD has firmly established itself as a leading design institution in the country. The institute’s educational philosophy is anchored in project-based learning, collaborative shared-studio experiences, industry-integrated projects, and hands-on internships, collectively cultivating an enriching and immersive learning environment.

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About the Indian Institute of Art and Design

The Indian Institute of Art and Design (IIAD) in collaboration with Kingston School of Art, Kingston University, London, provides immersive design and business courses at undergraduate and postgraduate levels. Located in New Delhi, IIAD aims to bridge gaps and build bridges in design learning. The campus is spread over 85,000 sqft. and offers a creative, studio-based education through its five rigorous Bachelor’s degree programmes in Fashion Design, Fashion Communication, Fashion Business Management, Interior Architecture & Design, and Communication Design and Masters in Fashion Business Management. IIAD was awarded the ‘Excellence in Design Education’ by the Economic Times in 2021.