The other day we attended the Convocation in Toronto University where Deepak took his MBA degree. What an impressive function it was !
The age old British traditions are still observed here. The grand Convocation Hall, the orderly manner in which the whole ceremony is conducted and the patience with which the Chancellor meets almost 400 graduates , may be only for a couple of seconds , the smiling handshake he extends to all Graduates is so very marvelous. So inspiring to the Graduate who is going out in to the big wide world. And the beautiful , crisp and encouraging message he gives them before winding up the proceedings. Some thing out of this world. Great thoughts shared in simple words !
The Chancellor formally convenes the Convocation by saying " In concilium Universitatis Torontonensis vocati sumus " . In Latin.
And brings the proceedings to a close by saying. " Concilium dimissum est " ! In Latin again.
The old world charm is all there. It appears that King 's College, the precursor to the University of Toronto was granted its Royal Charter by King George IV, on March 15 , 1827 !
A hoary past, indeed. And traditions being maintained and followed till this day ! Great.
It was my dream to study in a great university. My son Deepak realized it for me. Iam really satisfied and happy for Deepak.
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