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The Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras) hosted the first-ever ‘Pan IIT Student Governance’ in its campus on October 26 and 27.
The two-day summit included lectures by experts on various topics including ‘Sustainable Campus Policies and Student Practices,’ ‘Academic Standards and Policies,’ and ‘Research Affairs and Ecosystem Policies’ besides ‘Student Mental Health and Holistic Wellbeing.’ Some of the other topics discussed during this pioneering summit include ‘UG Placement and Internship Management Policies,’ ‘Research Infrastructure and Career Development,’ and ‘Deliberation on Cultural and Tech Fest Strategies.’
The summit was designed to equip student representatives from IITs with essential knowledge, competencies, and resources to catalyze significant transformations within their institutions and across the wider IIT community.
This event saw the development of actionable strategies and initiatives that can be executed at the student community level to address and resolve challenges and improve the overall student experience across the IITs. Students also established durable networks and connections among leaders, faculty, alumni, and various stakeholders across the IITs, ensuring sustained communication, coordination and collaboration, and knowledge sharing beyond the summit.
“As the Convenor of this prestigious event, I am excited to see the vibrant student leadership from across all IITs come together for a transformative experience. This summit was a unique platform designed to foster collaboration, exchange ideas, and shape the future of student governance across our institutions,” said Atharv Joshi, Student Convenor, PAN-IIT Student Governance Summit, and Speaker, Student Legislative Council, IIT Madras.
