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IIT Kanpur Reconnects with Alumni in Chicago Through Its Flagship Initiative, ‘IIT Karvaan’

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Asian Media USA © Chicago, IL: IIT Kanpur’s flagship initiative, ‘IIT Karvaan,’ aimed at reconnecting with its global alumni network, made a successful stop in Chicago recently. The event has already been successfully held in cities like New York and Washington D.C. The event in the ‘Windy City’ saw nearly 80 IIT Kanpur alumni from the Chicago area come together to celebrate their shared legacy and explore ways to strengthen their support and engagement with the institute’s future initiatives. The highlight of the event was the presence of the Chief Guest, Consul General of India in Chicago, Mr. Somnath Ghosh. A proud alumnus of IIT Kanpur himself, Mr. Ghosh delivered a powerful message in his keynote address, urging alumni to shift their mindset from merely “Giving Back” to “Paying Back” to their alma mater. He framed this support not as charity but as an obligation—a duty owed to the institution that laid the foundation for their professional and personal success. His speech resonated strongly with attendees, fostering a renewed sense of responsibility and pride among the alumni. He also urged IIT Kanpur to look into ways to collaborate more with US universities. The IIT Karvaan USA tour has also seen […]

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Transforming Lives” Tour of Salt and Light of the World Reaches Chicago, IL after Successful New York

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Asian Media USA © Chicago, IL: The Transforming Lives Tour, organized by Salt and Light of the World, made its impactful journey to Chicago following a highly successful program in New York. This inspiring event, held in association with Wheatland Salem Gujarati Service and Emmanuel United Methodist Church Evanston (EUMC), brought together diverse communities for an evening of spiritual rejuvenation and praise. Dr. Sam George, the Director of the Global Diaspora Institute at Wheaton College, served as the key speaker for the event. His sermon was both encouraging and uplifting, leaving attendees spiritually enriched and motivated. Rev. Zaki L. Zaki, pastor of the host churches Wheatland Salem Church and Wheatland Salem Gujarati Church, along with Rev. Scott Christy from EUMC, collaborated closely with the Salt and Light of the World organization to ensure the event’s success. Their leadership and dedication were instrumental in bringing this transformative experience to Chicago. The program was expertly hosted by Irene Christian, who served as the master of ceremonies, guiding the audience through a memorable evening of faith and fellowship. The evening featured soul-stirring musical performances by choirs from various churches, including the Gujarati Christian Church of Chicago, Calvary Indian Church Youth Choir of Chicago, Jai […]

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