Title: Orientation Program For First-year B.A. English Students (2025 batch)
Date: 10.07.2025 & 11.07.2025
Venue: Block V, Room No: 400
Participants: I B.A. English Students
Convenor: Dr. J. Jabeela Shirlin, AP / HoD / EFL
Event Coordinators: Dr. K. Kavitha, Mrs. S. Deivalakshmi, Assistant Professors, EFL
Event Highlights
The Department of English & Other Foreign Languages organized a two-day Orientation Program for the first-year B.A. English students on 10th and 11th July 2025. The program was held in Block V, Room No: 400, and witnessed enthusiastic participation from the newly admitted batch of students.
The sessions focused on academic awareness, institutional culture, campus facilities, personal development, and future career opportunities.
Key sessions included:
- Dr. Jabeela Shirlin J. gave a comprehensive introduction to the department with the topic “Who Are We? An Overview of EFL”.
- Mr. P. Arul Selvam, Industry Expert, provided insights into the corporate world and job preparedness.
- Ms. Annama Reddy Chamundeswari, Student Counsellor, addressed the issue of “Preventing Smartphone Addiction”.
- Dr. S. Shanmuganathan, Campus Life Coordinator, spoke about the vibrant student life at SRM.
- Mr. Xavier Raja Durai, from PRIME IAS Academy, delivered an inspiring talk on “Dream Big, Serve Bigger: The Power of Government”.
- Mr. R. Ragunath, Physical Director, emphasized the “Importance of Physical Fitness”.
- Dr. Abraham Benjamin Samuel, Associate Director – International Relations, inspired students to think globally with the topic “The World is Your Lab”.
- Mr. Monish Raaj, Placement Officer, offered a career-centric session.
- Ms. Sherine Nachiya, an alumna from the 2019–2022 batch, shared her experiences and journey.
The Orientation helped students transition smoothly into college life, instilling a sense of belonging, motivation, and academic enthusiasm. It also aligned with Sustainable Development Goals including Quality Education, Good Health and Well-being, and Decent Work and Economic Growth.
