The golden girls of Mysuru university

Proud moment:Gold medallists at the 98th convocation of the University of Mysore on Monday.M.A. SRIRAM
Proud moment:Gold medallists at the 98th convocation of the University of Mysore on Monday.M.A. SRIRAM

With 13 gold medals and four cash prizes in her kitty, C.N. Shambhavi emerged the ‘golden girl’ at the 98th annual convocation.

Having graduated in MSc. Chemistry, Shambhavi is a native of Chikkabagilu village in Mandya district. She has been a topper all throughout and even won gold medals in her undergraduation.

Round of applause

She drew a round of applause from the audience when her name was called out. Her parents were delighted to witness their daughter’s academic excellence.

Most women achievers at the convocation belonged to rural parts of Mysuru, Mandya and Chamarajnagar districts, and most were willing to take up research in their chosen subjects.

Vanaja K.G. was on cloud nine having won eight gold medals and four cash prizes in M.A. Kannada. Dhanalakshmi R. and Manasa D.P. won seven gold medals and nine cash prizes each in B.A. and B.Sc. respectively.

source: http://www.thehindu.com / The Hindu / Home> National> Karnataka / by Special Correspondent / Mysuru – March 13th, 2018

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