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Orientation Programme 2020

SRM University-AP, Andhra Pradesh affectionately welcomes the Freshmen 2020 to embark on the erudite journey that would transform their lives, and steer them towards becoming a global professional. The university is organizing an online Orientation Programme from September 16, 2020 till September 29, 2020 to provide insights concerning the life at SRM AP.

At the onset, the dynamic leaders of SRM AP will be addressing the Freshmen on September 16, 2020, at 2 p.m. Dr P Sathyanarayanan, Founder, President & Chairman will be delivering the inaugural address. Further, Prof V S Rao, Vice-Chancellor, will be presenting the welcome speech where he will be introducing the various elements of the university. Finally, Prof D Narayana Rao, Pro Vice-Chancellor, will be presenting the vote of thanks.

Eminent personalities have been requested to initiate motivational discussions during the Orientation Programme. Dr. Jaya Prakash Narayana, Former Secretary to Govt. of Andhra Pradesh, will be speaking on September 17, 2020 at 2.30 p.m., followed by a session at 4 p.m. by Dr R A Mashelkar, FRS, Former Director General CSIR & Chancellor-JIO University. On the next day, Padma Bhushan Dr. K. Varaprasad Reddy, Chairman Emeritus-Shantha Biotech will be delivering a speech at 11 a.m. The students will get to hear from Mrs Saritha, IPS, Additional SP-CID, on September 19, 2020 at 11 a.m. Progressing with the programme, SRM AP requests Dr Nv Warlu, a certified Neurolinguistic Programming trainer, personality development coach, writer, motivator, and educator, to inspire the Freshmen on September 21, 2020 at 10.45 a.m. Also, Dr MC Das, Management Consultant-Vijayawada, and Head of the Dept. of Commerce (Retd.)-Loyola College, will be presenting a lecture on September 22, 2020 at 11 a.m.

Beyond the motivational lectures, SRM AP has requested Mr Ramakrishna Mallela, and Mrs G Sailaja, to organize a three-day session on Heartfulness titled “GOAL (Go On And Lead)”. Mr Ramakrishna, who will be addressing the participants during the Orientation Programme on September 22-23, 2020, is a professional faculty, trainer, coach, and mentor having experience in HR Management spanning across 20 years. Further, Mrs G Sailaja is renowned for imparting training in Heartfulness tools and initiatives for the last 5 years. She will be conducting the session with the young students of SRM AP on September 24, 2020.

Moving ahead, Mr Vivek Bhide, Entrepreneur, Co-Founder, and Managing Director-TSL Consulting Pvt Ltd, will be encouraging the young students of SRM AP on September 23, 2020 at 11 a.m. by speaking on “How to develop a start-up culture”. Further, VV Lakshminarayana, Former Joint Director- CBI, will be taking the dais on September 24, 2020 at 11 a.m. while, Ms Karuna Gopal, President-Foundation for futuristic cities has been invited to speak on September 25, 2020 at 11 a.m. where she will be emphasizing on “Role of Students in Building New India”.

Mr Ramesh Loganathan, Professor Co-Innovation/Outreach at IIIT Hyderabad, will be addressing the students on September 26, 2020 at 11 a.m. Also, Ms. Anitha Sakuru, Chief Marketing officer-Platifi Solutions, will be delivering an entrepreneurial talk on September 28, 2020 at 11 a.m. In addition, the deans, departmental heads, and faculty members of SRM AP will introduce the departments, labs, clubs, facilities, online classes, and centres of the university during various sessions sprawled across the 2 week orientation programme. Along with it, the freshmen will get the opportunity to interact with Prof V S Rao followed by the senior students who would advise and motivate the students to ease their predicaments.

The inauguration of the Orientation Programme organized to welcome the fresh batch of students at SRM University-AP, Andhra Pradesh was preceded by an introduction of the various aspects of the university by the management. The dynamic leaders motivated the Freshmen by revealing the differentiating factor of SRM AP that endorses the excellence of the university. Upon invocating the blessings of the Almighty by a prayer, the occasion commenced with an address by Dr P Sathyanarayanan, President. He highlighted his vision of learning beyond the classroom, fostering wisdom and knowledge of the students through a holistic interdisciplinary approach.

Further, Prof V S Rao, Vice-Chancellor, acquainted students with the various processes of SRM AP. He informed students regarding his revolutionizing plans for the students of emphasizing on research from the first semester. He states, “Research should be seamlessly integrated with academic boundaries”. He also inspired students to realize the excitement of science, joy in engineering, and academic rigour. In line with his vision, Prof D Narayana Rao, Pro Vice-Chancellor, emphasized on the contribution of science and technology that led to the progress and superiority of India across nations. Further, he assures quality education to motivate students and urged them to contribute to the development of the nation.

To continue with the orientation programme, eminent personalities have been requested by SRM AP to initiate motivational discussions. Dr. Jaya Prakash Narayana, Former Secretary to Govt. of Andhra Pradesh, Dr R A Mashelkar, FRS, Former Director General CSIR & Chancellor-JIO University, Padma Bhushan Dr. K. Varaprasad Reddy, Chairman Emeritus-Shantha Biotech, Mrs Saritha, IPS, Additional SP-CID, Dr MC Das, Management Consultant-Vijayawada, and Head of the Dept. of Commerce (Retd.)-Loyola College, Mr Vivek Bhide, Entrepreneur, Co-Founder, and Managing Director-TSL Consulting Pvt Ltd, VV Lakshminarayana, Former Joint Director- CBI, Ms Karuna Gopal, President-Foundation for futuristic cities, Mr Ramesh Loganathan, Professor Co-Innovation/Outreach at IIIT Hyderabad, and Ms Anitha Sakuru, Chief Marketing officer-Platifi Solutions, will be delivering lectures during various sessions sprawled across the 2 week programme organized to encourage Freshmen.

SRM University-AP, Andhra Pradesh has initiated the Orientation Programme for the Freshmen 2020 with a gracious inauguration ceremony on September 16, 2020. Progressing with the programme, Dr Jaya Prakash Narayan has been requested to share his perspective with the young students of SRM AP.

Dr Jaya Prakash Narayan is a former physician, political reformer, and columnist, celebrated for his role in electoral reforms and the Right to Information (RTI) act. He is the founder and the President of Lok Satta Party, and is a former Member of Legislative Assembly, Andhra Pradesh. He is also the founder and General Secretary of Foundation for Democratic Reforms (NGO), an independent public-policy think-tank and research-resource centre.

Dr Jaya Prakash Narayan’s substantial experience sprawled across spheres of agriculture, technology, and youth rehabilitation, will enthuse the students of SRM AP to foster revolutionary visions contributing to the development of the society.

Students are urged to attend the stirring session by Dr Jaya Prakash Narayan – the inspiring and illustrious personality on September 17, 2020 at 2.30 p.m.

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In the next chapter of the Orientation Programme for the Freshmen-2020, Dr Raghunath Anant Mashelkar will be joining us today, September 17, 2020, at 4 pm to meet and greet the new students.

Dr Mashelkar is a multifaceted scientist and chemical engineer of our country. He is the former Director-General of CSIR (Council of Scientific and Industrial Research). He was the President of Indian National Science Academy (INSA), President of Institution of Chemical Engineers (ICE) and also served as President of Global Research Alliance. He is a director on board of India’s several leading companies, from Tata to Reliance.

He is the Fellow of Royal Society (FRS), the highest honour reserved for world’s pathbreaking scientists. He is also a Fellow of the Royal Academy of Engineering (FREng), Foreign Associate of US National Academy of Engineering and the US National Academy of Sciences.

The President of India has honoured him with Padma Vibhushan, the second-highest civilian award of India. Dr Mashelkar has also received the Star of Asia Award (2005) of Business Week (USA) at the hands of George Bush (Sr), Former President of USA. Apart from this, he has been bestowed with numerous awards and recognitions for his contributions in the arena of science and research.

It is a privilege for SRM University-AP to have such an eminent personality among us. Students, faculty and staff are encouraged to avail this opportunity to listen to the great man within such close proximity.

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SRM University-AP, Andhra Pradesh has beseeched PADMA BHUSHAN Dr Varaprasad Reddy – Founder & Chairman of Shantha Biotechnics Ltd. to deliver a motivational speech during the Orientation Programme designed to welcome the Freshmen 2020.

Dr Varaprasad Reddy is a versatile personality who has excelled in various domains of science and technology, entrepreneurship, and industrial development. He is the founder of Shantha Biotechnics, a company that purposes to produce cost-efficient vaccines for the dwellers of India. Shantha Biotechnics developed India’s first ‘indigenously developed’ vaccine against Hepatitis-B which was made available in the market at a much reduced cost in comparison to the imported alternatives.

The credit is due to Dr Varaprasad Reddy and his vision for enabling India to become the leading manufacturer of vaccines. His fervor to contribute to the country won him several accolades such as the coveted PADMA BHUSHAN award from the government of India, and honorary ‘doctorate’ from various universities of repute.

The Freshmen 2020 are encouraged to avail the opportunity of attending the session with the illustrious Dr Varaprasad Reddy on September 18, 2020 at 11 a.m., who would propel you towards brilliance and compassion.

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