Largest Student Community Honors Resilience and Education with Rs. 50,000 Diya Scholarship at Student Tribe Meet

1,500 Students from 60 Colleges Attend Tribe Meet with Scholarships, Internships, and Inspirational Speakers

Hyderabad, 6^th November 2024 — The vibrant Tribe Meet, hosted by Student Tribe, united over 1,500 students from 60 colleges in an empowering day of networking, learning, and inspiration. The highlight of the event was the presentation of the Rs. 50,000 Diya Scholarship to Ashwini, a dedicated female student pursuing higher education despite financial challenges. This scholarship, established in memory of Diya, a former Student Tribe intern who tragically passed due to a medical error and is dedicated to supporting ambitious young women facing similar hardships.

In addition to the scholarship award, Tribe Meet offered students live internship placements and exciting giveaways, including a smartphone and Skillshare subscriptions, enhancing the event’s spirit of opportunity and growth. Special guests, such as the Pottel movie team, Fountane’s founder Aditya Siripragada, and popular digital creator Jasti, shared personal insights, encouraging students to embrace resilience and dedication in their educational journeys.

Sri Charan Lakkaraju, Founder & CEO of Student Tribe, emphasized the event’s purpose and the significance of the scholarship, stating, “This scholarship not only honors Diya’s contributions and the lasting impact she had on our community, but it also reaffirms our commitment to supporting talented students facing financial obstacles in their pursuit of education. Moving forward, we aim to expand the scholarship program by increasing the funding amount and supporting more individuals, with a goal of awarding at least 33 scholarships each quarter. At Student Tribe, we believe no student should have to compromise on their dreams due to financial constraints.”

Ashwini, the first recipient, expressed her heartfelt gratitude: “This support allows me to focus on my studies without financial worries. I am thankful for the opportunity.”

With the Diya Scholarship program ongoing, Student Tribe invites eligible students to apply and benefit from this initiative aimed at fostering academic success amid challenging circumstances.

About Student Tribe:

Student Tribe is India’s largest student community platform, dedicated to empowering students from tier 2 and tier 3 colleges who often lack access to the same opportunities as their peers in top-tier institutions. With a community of over 650,000 students across 8 cities and a cumulative reach of 2.5 million on social platforms, Student Tribe connects students with brands and companies, providing a wide range of career and skill-building opportunities. 

Student Tribe formerly STUMAGZ is a student community launched on Nov 26th, 2015, with the aim to create a platform for students to connect, share ideas and resources, and unlock their full potential. By focusing on students in tier 2 and 3 cities, we help brands access a previously underserved demographic, creating mutually beneficial connections that foster growth, learning, and career success. Our extensive reach across India positions us as the ideal partner for brands looking to build strong, impactful relationships with young, aspiring professionals.