Magis, June 2015

Dear Readers,

It is a pleasure to share the June 2015 issue of

Magis

, the triannual newsmaga-

zine of XLRI. On the 59th Annual Convocation 520 students received their graduat-

ing certificates and medals. XLRI also received the prestigious international AMBA

(Association of MBAs) Accreditation in May.

Encouraging Whole-Person Growth

At XLRI we strive towards

integral formation

whereby students are encour-

aged to nurture their intellectual, emotional and social persona to evolve as well-

rounded human beings. Students are encouraged to set-up student societies with an

intent to foster

whole-person growth

. Maxi Fair, TEDx Talks, XL-IIMC Meet

and

other events featured in this issue are the outcome of remarkable efforts put in by students

beyond their curriculum framework.

Sensitising Social Conscience

StudentsatXLRIareactivelyencouragedto

developempathy

fortheunderservedsectionsof

the societywith a view to evolve as leaders who appreciate inclusive and sustainable growth.

Reflections'15, aimed at motivating school children, and other similar activities fea-

tured in this issue are examples of XL students contributing their mite to help solve the

unmet needs of the society at large.

Fostering Thought Leadership

XLRI hosts numerous conferences, seminars, orations etc. on a regular basis to foster and

advance thought-leadership among internal and external stakeholders. The NCSE confer-

ence, the Annual HR Conference and the Business Ethics Conference featured in this issue

are significant annual events that foster and advance thought-leadership.

Shaping Responsible Leaders

We hope that the articles covered in this issue give you a glimpse of our consistent efforts

to help shape responsible business leaders of tomorrow.

Living the Magis

Fr E Abraham, SJ, PhD

Director

director's desk

june 2015

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