1 Inspiring Alumni Interactive Programme Empowering Economics Students at Kamaraj College
Alumni Interactive Programme – Department of Economics (SF)
The Department of Economics (Self-Finance) of Kamaraj College (Autonomous), Thoothukudi organized an Alumni Interactive Programme on 17 December 2025 with the objective of strengthening student support systems and enhancing career readiness. The programme aimed to bridge the gap between academic learning and professional expectations by providing students with direct interaction with a successful alumnus.
Such alumni engagement activities are strongly recommended under NAAC quality parameters, as they promote mentoring, employability skills, and institutional bonding.
Profile of the Distinguished Alumni Speaker
The alumni guest for the programme was Mr. P. Micheal Sarath Joshwa (2022–2025 Batch), a proud graduate of the Department of Economics (SF). He was successfully placed through the college Placement and Training Cell at Aquasub Engineering, Coimbatore.
His professional journey stood as a clear example of how disciplined preparation, skill development, and effective use of campus opportunities can lead to meaningful employment.
Motivational Address on Career Development
During his motivational speech, Mr. Micheal Sarath Joshwa shared his experiences from student life to securing placement in a reputed organization. He stressed the importance of:
- Skill enhancement alongside academic learning
- Maintaining discipline and consistency
- Active participation in internships, workshops, and placement drives
- Building communication and interpersonal skills
He encouraged students to make full use of institutional platforms such as seminars, training programmes, and career guidance sessions provided by the college.
Insights on Campus Placements and Industry Expectations
The alumni elaborated on placement preparation strategies, including understanding industry expectations, preparing for interviews, and developing professional etiquette. He explained how Economics students can explore diverse career options in engineering firms, corporate sectors, and service industries.
Students were advised to follow updates related to employment opportunities through platforms such as the National Career Service portal and government recruitment notifications.
Interactive Session and Student Participation
An interactive question-and-answer session followed the address, during which students actively clarified doubts related to career planning, job selection, and workplace culture. The open interaction created a positive learning environment and strengthened the alumni–student relationship.
The session also highlighted the importance of lifelong learning and adaptability in today’s competitive job market.
Institutional and NAAC Relevance
The Alumni Interactive Programme Kamaraj College significantly contributed to institutional quality benchmarks by supporting:
- Student mentoring and progression
- Career guidance and employability enhancement
- Alumni engagement and institutional networking
Such initiatives align with NAAC criteria related to student support, best practices, and quality assurance mechanisms.
Impact and Student Feedback
Students expressed that the programme was highly inspiring and informative. The alumni’s real-life success story boosted student confidence and motivated them to pursue their career goals with clarity and commitment.
The programme helped students understand the importance of planning, perseverance, and proactive learning.
Conclusion
The Alumni Interactive Programme organized by the Department of Economics (SF) proved to be a meaningful initiative in guiding students towards professional success. The session reinforced the institution’s commitment to holistic student development and quality education.
The department plans to organize more alumni-driven mentoring programmes in the future to further strengthen career guidance and student progression.