Page 12 - Spectrum Volume 17 Issue 2

12 2023 | Spectrum | Volume 17 Number 2

SRMIST and NCB organizes drug awareness programme

STAFF WRITER Mr. Jitendra elaborated on
how experimentation with drugs
SRMIST along with NCB can rapidly lead to addiction
conducted a program on drug and discussed the subsequent
awareness on 21-08-2023. Jitendra toll it takes on an individual’s
commissioner/Narcotics accepted mental well-being. He engaged
the invitation to create a awareness with the audience on the factors
among all the students. Jitendra that make individuals vulnerable
sir then extended his greetings to drug use, including peer
to all the attendees present. The pressure, curiosity, and the allure
theme of the session revolved of appearing “cool.” Stress and
around “Drug and Awareness.” anxiety were also cited as factors
driving individuals towards
Subsequently, Mr. Jitendra substance abuse.
elucidated his perspective on
the definition of drugs, equating The lecture then transitioned
them to a path towards demise. to the costs associated with drug
He highlighted the progression of addiction. These included social
time involved in succumbing to costs, where one’s reputation
the grip of substance addiction. suffers; legal costs, encompassing
He expounded upon the perilous arrests and imprisonment; health
repercussions of drug abuse and costs, which lead to reduced
the societal shifts that have led productivity and health issues;
to the pressing challenge of economic costs, related to the dark net and potentially illegal gratitude for the invaluable The proceedings of the session
protecting children from this impact on national productivity; activities. He emphasized the guidance provided by Jitendra proceeded with an ice-breaking
peril. Jitendra sir emphasized and psychological costs, such as legal ramifications of drug sir and encouraged her fellow segment, intended to engage and
how parental concerns have diminished self-esteem. possession and sale under the students to view an audio-visual stimulate the audience’s intellect.
shifted from mere academic Mr. Jitendra also broached NDPS Act of 1985. presentation prepared by SRM The attendees, comprised of
performance to safeguarding the subject of “Rave Parties.” In conclusion, Jitendra sir that illustrated the perils of drug students, were presented with
their children from the clutches He underscored the risk of drug implored the students to take abuse and advocated saying a series of questions spanning
of drug addiction. consumption in such high-energy personal responsibility for “NO TO DRUGS.” various subjects such as general
Furthermore, Mr. Jitendra environments and the potential combating drug abuse. He The session then transitioned knowledge and mathematics.
This exercise aimed to cultivate
delved into the detrimental for harm due to the inclusion of requested them to report any to a jam (just a minute) session a creative and reflective thought
impact of drugs on the human harmful substances in drinks instances of drug association and led by Nandhini. Following this, process among the participants.
body, underscoring its severity served at these gatherings, to pledge their commitment to Raksha and Varshini conducted
in comparison to smoking and leading to unfortunate incidents a drug-free life. He highlighted an interactive activity wherein Following this interactive
drinking. He emphasized the such as rape. the importance of motivation, students were chosen at random to session, the program for the
external factors that contribute The discussion continued as maintaining a healthy environment, respond to questions related to the day concluded. Attendees were
to the degradation of youth Jitendra sir cautioned against and thanked the attendees for subject matter. Failure to answer advised to depart from the
due to the influence of their the use of the Tor browser, their attentive participation. led to a choice between performing venue, marking the end of the
environment. which provides access to the Nandini, a student, expressed a dare or speaking the truth. day’s events.

Alumni Workshop on Exploring the Ins

and outs of Successful Placements

STAFF WRITER Associate, Bank of America as courses, workshops, and
an alumnus of DCSE (Batch platforms in order to develop
DCSE, SRMIST VDP Campus of 2019 – 23). The program new abilities and stay current
conducted an Alumni workshop focused on developing key
on “ Exploring the Ins and Outs skills, polishing resumes, and on professional trends. The
of Successful Placements” on getting ready for placements. workshop was organized and
28-07-2023. Ms. CHETANA Students were encouraged to coordinated by Dr. Golda Dilip,
A. Chandavarkar, Senior TECH explore online resources such DCSE. Alumni Workshop on Pathway

to Higher Studies Abroad

STAFF WRITER

Ace Club, DCSE, SRMIST VDP Campus conducted an Alumni
workshop on “ Pathway to Higher Studies Abroad” guided by
Mr. SHREYAS, MS Student, University of Wisconsin-Madison,
and an alumnus of DCSE (Batch of 2019 – 23) on 11-08-2023.
The session covered Essential topics like shortlisting institutions,
competitive tests, letters of recommendation, and statements of
purpose were covered in the workshop. Mr. Shreyas highlighted
the value of strategic planning, exploring numerous universities,
and keeping a positive attitude during the application process
throughout the entire session. The workshop was Organized and
coordinated by Dr. G. Paavai Anand, AP/DCSE.