RU Talk featuring Ms. Marguerite Soeteman Reijnen as the Main Speaker on 3rd Aug 2023
Rai University accomplished a momentous feat by successfully organizing the esteemed event, RU Talk, in conjunction with Evolve Club, IIC, SSIP, and in collaboration with the Presidential Year of G20 on the 3rd of August 2023. The event featured the distinguished presence of Ms. Marguerite Soeteman Reijnen, a highly regarded personality, who graced the occasion as the main speaker. Ms. Marguerite Soeteman Reijnen boasts an illustrious background, having previously served as the Chairman of the Executive Board of Aon Holdings, a distinguished Member of G-100 Global Chair, and a prominent Member of the Global Alumni Board of Harvard Business School.
The event commenced with a gracious welcome extended to Ms. Marguerite Soeteman Reijnen, who was greeted with a garland as a symbol of utmost respect and to seek her blessings. Furthermore, as a gesture of reverence, she visited the temple of Rai University.
The proceedings of the event officially began with a traditional lamp lighting ceremony, symbolizing the illumination of knowledge and wisdom. Prof. Dr. Anil Tomar, the esteemed Provost of the university, cordially welcomed Ms. Marguerite Soeteman Reijnen with a potted plant, symbolizing growth and prosperity. The attendees were eagerly anticipating the moment when Ms. Marguerite Soeteman Reijnen was invited to engage with the students.
In her enlightening speech, Ms. Marguerite Soeteman Reijnen shared profound life experiences, offering invaluable insights into her journey as an accomplished entrepreneur and humanitarian. The interaction with the students proved to be highly engaging and fruitful, as they actively participated in the discussions and demonstrated profound interest in speaker’s expertise.
To honor her valuable presence, the Joint Registrar presented Dr. Viveka Anand Sharma, Ms. Marguerite Soeteman Reijnen, with a memento, expressing heartfelt gratitude for gracing the campus with her visit. Dr. Sailesh Iyer, esteemed faculty of Rai School of Engineering, delivered the vote of thanks, acknowledging Ms. Marguerite Soeteman Reijnen for graciously sparing time from her demanding schedule to impart knowledge and share her experiences with the students.
Following the impactful RU Talk, the ambiance transitioned into a more relaxed and joyful atmosphere, where Ms. Marguerite Soeteman Reijnen joined the cultural dance. In a delightful display of cultural exchange, she even learned a few Garba steps with the enthusiastic students and faculty members.
Overall, the RU Talk featuring Ms. Marguerite Soeteman Reijnen as the distinguished speaker was an unequivocal triumph. The event provided an exceptional platform for students to learn from a distinguished personality and glean valuable insights into entrepreneurship and social work. Moreover, it fostered cultural exchange and solidified the bond between Rai University and its esteemed guest speaker.
The event aptly exemplified the university's unwavering commitment to offering its students enriching experiences and inspirational role models. It is fervently hoped that such commendable initiatives will continue to be orchestrated in the future, thereby cultivating an environment of perpetual learning and growth for all members of the esteemed academic community.
