SRM Institute of Science and Technology Ramapuram

Title of the Event: An Orientation Programme “Your First Step towards Nation-Building Starts Here”

Date: 22.07.2025

Time: 3.00 p.m To 4.00 p.m

Venue: East Block Class Room 204, 210 & 306

Total Attendees: 170

Name of the Resource persons: Mr. J Sathya narayanan Dr D Saravanan Dr R Vinoth Kumar,

Profile of the Speaker

Mr. J Sathya narayanan Asst professor Department of fashion designing SRMIST (S&H), Ramapuram. Dr D Saravanan Asst professor Department of Visual communication SRMIST (S&H), Ramapuram Dr R Vinoth Kumar, Asst professor Department of Biotechnology SRMIST (S&H), Ramapuram

Event Mode: Off line

Incharges: Convenor: Dr. J.Kumar, Associate Professor & HOD Co- Convenor: Dr.S.Mani – Assistant Professor Mr. P. Ganesh – Assistant Professor Dr. D. Rengaraj – Assistant Professor

Objective of the Event

The orientation was held offline across Classrooms 204, 210 & 306 in the East Block from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM. The event was designed to introduce students to the objectives and significance of the National Service Scheme (NSS), encouraging their active participation in social responsibility and community development activities from the beginning of their academic journey.

Resource persons:

Mr. J Sathya narayanan

Asst professor

Department of fashion designing

Dr D Saravanan

Asst professor

Department of Visual communication

Dr R Vinoth Kumar,

Asst professor

Department of Biotechnology

SUMMARY OF THE EVENT

The Department of Commerce, in association with the National Service Scheme (NSS), organized a vibrant Orientation Programme titled “Your First Step towards Nation-Building Starts Here” for the First Year B.Com and B.Com (CS) students of the Faculty of Liberal Arts and Business Studies, SRM IST, Ramapuram Campus. The programme served as an insightful introduction to the vision, mission, and community engagement goals of the NSS and the pivotal role of youth in nation-building.

Resource Persons & Session Highlights:

Mr. J. Sathya Narayanan Assistant Professor, Department of Fashion Designing Session Topic: “An Orientation Programme about NSS”

Mr. Sathya Narayanan provided a clear introduction to the structure, objectives, and opportunities of the National Service Scheme. He encouraged students to actively take part in community development activities and highlighted the transformative power of volunteering.

Dr. D. Saravanan Assistant Professor, Department of Visual Communication Session Topic: “History of NSS & Your First Step towards Nation-Building Starts Here”

Dr. Saravanan walked students through the origins and evolution of the NSS, connecting its legacy with the role of today’s youth. His talk was both historical and motivational, urging students to take pride in contributing to national progress.

Dr. R. Vinoth Kumar Assistant Professor, Department of Biotechnology

Dr. Vinoth Kumar shared thought-provoking insights on how science, particularly biotechnology, can be used in the service of society. He encouraged students to bridge academic knowledge with social impact through NSS activities.

Target Audience:

All first-year undergraduate students from the Department of Commerce (B.Com & B.Com CS) actively participated in the orientation. The session aimed to enlighten students about the opportunities NSS offers and how they can begin their journey of responsible citizenship.

Conclusion:

The Orientation Programme, “Your First Step towards Nation-Building Starts Here”, marked a promising start to the academic journey of first-year commerce students. It laid the foundation for a year full of purposeful activities, civic involvement, and personal growth through NSS.

VOTE OF THANKS

Dr. S. Mani, Assistant Professor, coordinated the interactive session that followed the speaker’s address. The session concluded with a vote of thanks, and positive feedback was received from the students, making the event a successful and impactful beginning to the orientation series.