Freshmen Orientation Programme-2021
SRM University-AP, Andhra Pradesh, has organised a virtual Orientation Programme to welcome the Freshmen 2021 to the avenues of excellence. The next few years in SRM University-AP will transform their lives and steer them towards becoming global professionals, entrepreneurs, researchers and more. Eminent people from various sectors of the society will deliver keynote addresses in the Orientation Programme. The Freshmen Orientation Programme-2021 has been scheduled for August 25, 2021, onwards to familiarise students with the university systems, processes, academia and culture.
The Orientation Programme will be inaugurated on August 25, 2021, at 2.30 pm in the august presence of Dr P Sathyanarayana, President; Prof V S Rao, Vice-Chancellor, Prof D Narayana Rao, Pro-Vice-Chancellor of the University. The dynamic leaders of the university will interact with the student and brief them on the university vision and mission.
The following fortnight will bring distinguished personalities from academia and industry to explain the university system and processes. There will be an introduction to various departments of the university such as Examination, Student Affairs, Information Technology & Knowledge Management and Corporate Communication, Academic Affairs, NSS, Campus Life, Centre for Skill Development, Student Counselling etc to help students understand how different department works. Deans and Faculty of the departments will also speak to the students to give an overview of the department and its scope and opportunities.
Renowned speakers from different spheres of society are invited to initiate motivational discussions during the Orientation Programme. Prof K N Satyanarayana, Director-Indian Institute of Technology-Tirupati, will be speaking on August 26, 2021, at 10.30 am.
Dr Jaya Prakash Narayan, Former Secretary to Govt. of Andhra Pradesh, will deliver his speech on August 28, 2021, at 10.45 pm. The students will get to hear from VV Lakshmi Narayana, former JD-CBI, on August 31, 2021, at 10.45 am. Progressing with the programme, SRM University-AP requests Dr Hanuman Chowdary, Director of Centre for Telecom Management and Studies and Chairman of Pragna Bharati, to inspire the Freshmen on September 02, 2021, at 10.45 am. On the next day, Padma Bhushan Dr K Varaprasad Reddy, Chairman Emeritus-Shantha Biotech, will be delivering a speech at 10.45 am. Also, Ms Koka Vijayalakshmi, Classical Dancer, will be presenting a lecture on September 04, 2021, at 10.45 am. Prof B S Murty, Director-IIT Hyderabad, will be speaking on September 06, 2021, at 9.30 am.
Beyond the motivational lectures, SRM University-AP has organised sessions on Yoga and Meditations in collaboration with Heartfulness Institute with Dr Venkata Nori and Ms Harshada Kulkarni.
Programme Schedule: Schedule for Freshmen Orientation Programme-2021
Link to Join: http://bit.ly/SRMAP_Orientation2021
- Published in Events
Dr Kalidindi N Satyanarayana motivates freshers in a captivating session
SRM University-AP’s Freshmen Orientation Programme-2021 starts with the first motivational speech of this season with Dr Kalidindi N Satyanarayana as the keynote speaker. Dr Kalidindi N Satyanarayana, Director of IIT Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh, will grace the event with a captivating interactive session with the freshmen-2021. The session has been scheduled for August 26, 2021, at 10.30 am.
Dr Kalidindi N Satyanarayana is currently the Chairman of the Implementation Committee for IIT Madras Research Park – Phase II. In the past, he has been in the committees for setting up new campuses, including – IIM Trichy, IIT Indore and IIT Jodhpur. Formerly, Dr Kalidindi N Satyanarayana has been a Professor in the Building Technology & Construction Management Division of the Department of Civil Engineering at the Indian Institute of Technology Madras, Chennai, India. Having received his B.Tech degree in Civil Engineering from IIT Madras, MS, and PhD degrees with specialization in Construction Engineering and Management from Clemson University, USA, he joined Madras in 1991 as the faculty.
In addition, Dr Kalidindi N Satyanarayana is the Chairman of the Academic Advisory Group, Project Management Institute (PMI) India; Vice-Chairman, Board of Advisors of The Glass Academy; Expert Member on the Board of Management of Building Materials & Promotion Council (BMTPC), and serves as Independent Director on five company boards. Further, he is the recipient of many academic awards, including the PMI (India) Distinguished Scholar Award (2011).
Dr Kalidindi N Satyanarayana’s teaching, research and consulting interests in the areas of project management, construction contracts, construction productivity, construction equipment, C&D waste management, and public-private partnerships will be reflected in his inspirational session with the students of SRM University-AP.
- Published in Events, Students Affairs Events
In Conversation with Dr Jaya Prakash Narayan
In continuation with the Freshmen Orientation Programme 2021, SRM University-AP, Andhra Pradesh, has requested Dr Jaya Prakash Narayan, celebrated physician, political reformer, and columnist, to address the Freshmen 2021 on August 28, 2021, at 10.45 am.
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 the 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 University 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 August 28, 2021, at 10.45 am.
- Published in Events, Students Affairs Events
“Reset (Relaxation & Meditation)” with Rikita Swaroop
After the grand opening of the Freshmen Orientation Programme-2021, it is now time to move forward. SRM University believes in holistic education that is not confined inside the classrooms. The university believes that it is equally important to take care of one’s mental and emotional health along with academic activities. Therefore, beyond the motivational lectures, SRM University-AP has organized “Reset, Refresh and Recharge” in collaboration with Heartfulness Institute to help students understand the importance of internal health. The first session will be conducted on August 26, 2021, at 2.30 pm with Ms Rikita Swaroop, explaining the importance of “Reset (Relaxation & Meditation)”.
Ms Rikita Swaroop currently works in Amity University, Jharkhand, as an Assistant Professor responsible for taking sessions in Business Communications and Soft skills. She is also the Joint secretary for IYA- Jharkhand chapter and State coordinator, Heartful Campus. She is an able Trainer, Speaker, Anchor/Host, Moderator for various programs, esp. online sessions and webinars for teachers, students, faculties across the country on topics like – Heartful Living; Becoming your own Masterpiece; Unleashing Potential – Peak Performance; Heartful Communicator.
Ms Swaroop has an M.Tech in Hospitality Management from LAD College, Nagpur, Maharashtra. She is a Certified Master Trainer – National Skill Qualification Framework Level – 6, Certified Hospitality Educator from the American Hotel & Lodging Association (2003-08) and Certified Career Development Facilitator, Dheya Career Mentors (I) Pvt. Ltd.
She has worked on consulting, delivering and facilitating training in the Corporate, Government and Education sectors for the last 20 years as independent assignments as well as a part of her association with 45 reputed organizations such as Infosys- Pune, IIHM TAJ Aurangabad, DOMINO’S Pizza, Pune, Nagpur, Mumbai, IL&FS ETS, Pune, Vinsys IT Services India Pvt. Ltd, Pune, Air Hostess Academy, PUNE etc.
She is an active member of Heartfulness Institute, a non-profit organization that promotes balanced living through the practice of Meditation. She is a practitioner and Trainer for Heartfulness Meditation for the last 4 years. She believes in the integration of Education and Meditation for the holistic development of the Youth.
- Published in Events, Students Affairs Events