East Point College student B Likitha Sree wins VTU Gold Medal for academic excellence

B Likitha Sree of East Point College of Engineering & Technology (EPCET) has earned the Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU) Gold Medal for her academic performance in the 2022-2026 Computer Science & Engineering (IoT & CSBT) program.

Likitha received the top academic honor from VTU, marking a major achievement for the autonomous institution affiliated with VTU and approved by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE).

EPCET is accredited by the National Board of Accreditation (NBA) for Computer Science & Engineering, Electronics & Communication Engineering and Information Science & Engineering, and holds a NAAC Grade A accreditation.

Congratulating Likitha on the achievement, Sri S V Pramod Gowda, CEO and Trustee of East Point Group of Institutions, said, "Securing a VTU Gold Medal is a stellar landmark that highlights what can be achieved when talent meets grit and rigorous academic training. Likitha has set a benchmark of excellence for her peers and future generations of East Point students."

Sri S V Rajiv Gowda, CEO and Trustee of East Point Group of Institutions (EPGI), also congratulated the student and said, "Likitha’s extraordinary achievement brings tremendous pride to the entire East Point family. Her success is a reflection of hard work, discipline, and an unwavering passion for learning. We wish her immense success as she steps out to make a meaningful mark on the technology landscape."

Speaking about the recognition, Sree said, “Securing the VTU Gold Medal is a dream come true. This achievement is a tribute to my parents and teachers at East Point. The supportive learning environment, state-of-the-art facilities, and practical exposure at EPCET gave me the confidence to aim high and achieve academic excellence.”

Sree's academic specialization in Internet of Things (IoT) and Cyber Security including Blockchain Technology (CSBT) reflects the college's focus on emerging areas of technology.

The program combines technical education with practical exposure, while the institution also emphasizes research, innovation and industry-oriented learning.

Through its academic programs and infrastructure, EPCET aims to prepare students for careers in technology-driven fields and equip them to address evolving challenges in the global technology sector.

The institution said the achievement adds to its record of academic accomplishments and reflects its focus on encouraging students to pursue excellence in higher education and technology.