SRM Institute of Science and Technology Ramapuram

Title of the Event: TUDENT LEARNING LOUNGE SESSION “Be the Change: Your Nation-Building Path Starts Here”

Date: 25.07.2025

Time: 8.00 am to 12.00 pm

Venue: East Block

Total Attendees: 445

Name of the Guest: 1. Mr. J. Sathya Narayanan 2. Dr. D. Saravanan 3. Dr. R. Vinoth Kumar

PROFILE OF THE SPEAKER 1. Mr. J. Sathya Narayanan Assistant Professor, Department of Fashion Designing SRM IST, Chennai, Ramapuram 2. Dr. D. Saravanan Assistant Professor, Department of Visual Communication. SRM IST, Chennai, Ramapuram 3. Dr. R. Vinoth Kumar Assistant Professor, Department of Biotechnology SRM IST, Chennai, Ramapuram

Event Mode: Offline

In charges: Convenor Ms. A. N. Amrin Fathima, Assistant Professor

Objective of the Event

The primary aim of the Student Learning Lounge Session was to instill civic awareness and a sense of national responsibility among first-year students. The program also encouraged students to connect their academic goals with the larger context of sustainable development, creative industries, and scientific innovation. It served as a platform to bridge the gap between learning and nation-building.

SUMMARY OF THE EVENT

The session provided a dynamic platform for first-year students to engage with interdisciplinary ideas spanning fashion, communication, and science. Through interactive discussions and real-world insights, the speakers guided students to think critically about their roles as responsible citizens and future professionals.

The program strongly aligned with the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals and the Institution’s Innovation Council’s vision of value-based education.

CHIEF GUESTS & INDUSTRY EXPERTS

1. Mr. J. Sathya Narayanan

Assistant Professor, Department of Fashion Designing

• Emphasized the role of fashion as a medium for environmental sustainability and social awareness.
• Discussed the importance of using design skills for community-centric initiatives.
• Shared examples of ethical consumerism and eco-friendly fashion campaigns.
• Motivated students to merge creativity with social responsibility.

2. Dr. D. Saravanan

Assistant Professor, Department of Visual Communication

• Demonstrated the power of visual media in shaping societal perspectives.
• Highlighted the use of posters, reels, and storytelling in sensitization campaigns.
• Encouraged students to explore visual tools for spreading social messages.
• Urged active participation in NSS outreach through design and media content.

1. Dr. R. Vinoth Kumar

Assistant Professor, Department of Biotechnology

• Spoke on scientific innovation as a driver of sustainable development.
• Linked biotechnology with public health, clean energy, and green agriculture.
• Highlighted how interdisciplinary learning supports nation-building.

Inspired students to become ethical innovators and change-makers.

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