By Office of Advancement and Alumni Affairs
Ms. Amekali Chishi, a Master’s student from India in Food Engineering and Bioprocess Technology program at AIT, was awarded the AIT Alumni Scholarship for the August 2024 intake. On February 13, 2025, she was formally presented with the scholarship certificate in recognition of her achievement.
This scholarship was made possible through a collaborative effort between the AIT Alumni Association (AITAA) and the AIT Office of Advancement and Alumni Affairs (OAAA), highlighting their commitment to supporting students through scholarships, infrastructure development, and academic opportunities.
Dr. Donald M. Ugsang, President of the AIT Alumni Association (AITAA), congratulated Ms. Chishi and emphasized the importance of such scholarships in supporting the academic journeys of talented students and the role of alumni in fostering future leaders. Together, we continue to empower the next generation of AIT scholars.
Mr. Sanjeev Jayasinghe, Executive Director of AIT Office of Advancement and Alumni Affairs (OAAA), also congratulated Ms. Chishi and expressed confidence that this scholarship would not only aid in her studies but also inspire her to reach greater heights in her academic and professional pursuits.
Ms. Chishi expressed her gratitude, recognizing the scholarship as a key motivator in her academic and professional journey and a heartfelt thank you to the alumni donors for making this possible.
The ceremony was attended by members of the AITAA Executive Committee: Dr. Zakir M. Hossain, Executive Secretary; Md. Anishur Rahman, Public Relations Officer; Mr. Win Myint Thein, Program Officer and Ms. Lucena D. Talaid, Senior Alumni Affairs Officer in the Office of Advancement and Alumni Affairs.
