Somaiya Vidyavihar University and Evonik India Award Scholarships close to INR 32 Lakhs to 27 female MSc students
Unique initiative to empower academically talented yet financially challenged female students
Mumbai –Somaiya Vidyavihar University, a premier university in India and Evonik India, a leading specialty chemical company, came together to award scholarships to 27 female MSc students under a unique initiative – “Grow Beyond Yourself” scholarship program. The program aims to empower academically talented yet financially challenged female students by providing them with financial assistance, with a total contribution towards this project amounting to Rs. 32 lakhs.
These annual scholarships are based on academic performance and eligibility criteria, ensuring continued support through their academic journey. Evonik will also provide training to these students to enhance their employability. The scholarship awardees for the academic year 2024-25 were chosen based on the selection process conducted by the Somaiya Vidyavihar University scholarship committee and Ms. Vidya Gopinath, CSR Lead for Evonik India.
The scholarship awards were presented by Mr. Vinod Paremal, President and Managing Director of Evonik India, Mrs. Aruna Subramanyan, Head Human Resources & Compliance, India Region, and Mr. Srinivasa Rao Pothabattula, Head of Regional Development, India subcontinent, Srinivasa Rao Pothabattula in presence of Shri Samir Somaiya, Chancellor, Somaiya Vidyavihar University, Prof. V. N. Rajasekharan Pillai – Vice Chancellor Somaiya Vidyavihar University, Lt. Gen Jagbir Singh, Secretary, Somaiya Vidyavihar, Dr Raghunath Shevgaonkar, Provost, Somaiya Vidyavihar, Mr. Nanadkumar Dhake, Director Admission, Somaiya Vidyavihar University and Dr Achala Danait, Director SIRAC.
“We are delighted to partner with Evonik India for this special initiative to support our talented students. This partnership is a significant step towards building a more inclusive and innovative future, and we are proud to be a part of this transformative initiative”. said, Shri. Samir Somaiya, Chancellor, Somaiya Vidyavihar University.
“The Evonik Grow Beyond Yourself Scholarship Program is Evonik’s commitment to support education for female students to pursue their academic goals. We are honored to partner with Somaiya Vidyavihar University to provide scholarships to such deserving students pursuing Master of Science in various fields that have the potential to make a significant impact on society and shape the future.” Said Mr. Vinod Paremal, President and Managing Director, India region.
Ms. Vidya Gopinath, CSR Lead for India, Evonik said that, “Evonik believes that education is the foundation for personal and professional growth. Our partnership has enabled to provide financial support to meritorious female students pursuing Master of Science in various fields.”
Somaiya Vidyavihar University also offers a wide range of other scholarship initiatives, amounting to over ₹20 crore, supporting students across various disciplines. These scholarships are part of the university’s larger commitment to making education accessible and fostering talent from all backgrounds.