
Every 12th July is celebrated as the FOUNDER'S DAY BY VLCC Institute.
Celebrating its 4th Annual Convocation Ceremony, the Institute also unveiled its new logo to reiterate its increased focus on providing holistic training to technicians in the beauty and health industry. The Chief Guest for the occasion was Ms. Ambika Soni (Honorable minister of Tourism & Culture), while Ms Yashodhara Raje Scindia (Member of Parliament, Government of India) and Ms. Shabana Azmi (noted actress) were the Guests of Honor. Ms Vandana Luthra, Founder & Mentor, VLCC Group congratulated students for the educational achievement.
Doncaster College offered a one year Top Up program to City & Guilds’ qualified students of VLCC Institutes.. Home to some of the best educational facilities in the country, Doncaster College is the largest provider of further education in South Yorkshire.
Speaking at the occasion, Ms Vandana Luthra said, “Convocation ceremony is a start of a life-long journey for students. As they move on and climb the ladder of success, I would advise them to continue their quest for knowledge as they must never stop learning.”
Mr. Ashish K. Pandit, Divisional COO– Education, Indian Subcontinent, VLCC Group said, “We at VLCC have dedicated the year 2008 to the development of VLCC Institute in India and overseas, and have embarked on an ambitious target to empower more technicians and churn out a vast talent pool for the beauty & fitness industry.”
During the course of the function, over 350 students from all parts of the country received certifications. Certificates were also provided to students from Blind Relief Foundation (BRF). VLCC Institute works with BRF to train blind people in courses that can help them gain respectful employment.
In a goodwill gesture from the company to the employees, VLCC Group awarded scholarships worth Rs 1.15 lacs to 8 students. These scholarships are part of the Academic Achievement Awards which were initiated in 2005.
VLCC Institute also launched the ‘Standard Textbook of Cosmetology' in association with Cengage Learning (a US based publishing giant) at the event. This book provides information on basic and contemporary techniques for technicians in the beauty and health industry. The book will serve as a valuable guide for information and can be referred to for all requirements.