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Copyrights All Rights ReservedStriking a Pose: How Students Became Book Cover Models %u2013 and What They LearnedSTAFF WRITERIn a creative twist on traditional classroom activities, B.Ed students, Department of Education, SRM School of Teacher Education and Research took part in a unique venture: posing as models for book covers. What started as a fun, artistic endeavour quickly turned into a powerful learning experience that taught them about visual storytelling, collaboration, confidence, and the publishing process. The students were trained and then challenged to reimagine iconic book covers of their choice. They took on roles as models, stylists, set designers, prop makers, technicians, and photographers. Each pose was carefully planned. Students had to consider lighting, costume design, facial expressions, body language, and symbolism %u2013 all to convey the same tone and theme of the story. In doing so, they discovered the depth of visual literacy: how much a single image can communicate without words. The class was grouped as team A, B and C.What They Learned?1.Storytelling Beyond Words Students began to understand how visual elements like posture, shadow, and setting can enhance or reinterpret a narrative.2.Teamwork and Communication Posing for a cover wasn%u2019t a solo act. Each photo required a team effort %u2013 someone directing, another adjusting lighting, a few others doing makeup or props. This fostered communication and respect for different roles. %u201cIt was like running a mini movie set,%u201d one student commented.3.Creativity and Problem-Solving With limited budgets and resources, students had to think outside the box. They also made some wise choices to keep it within their budget as well.4.Confidence and Self-Expression For many, standing in front of a camera was intimidating at first. But over time, posing allowed them to explore selfexpression and build confidence. 5.Understanding the Publishing World Beyond photography, they also studied real book cover designs and the marketing aspects behind them. They learned how covers influence reader expectations and how design choices target specific audiences. The Final ShowcaseIt culminated in an exhibition where the students%u2019 book covers were displayed with short descriptions of the stories they represented. It drew attention to creativity in education in a unique way. %u201cThe students had an enriched learning experience because there was a blend of reading, creativity, teamwork, smart choices, theatre-skills and self-expression,%u201d notes their Professor Dr. Anderleen Diana Lazarus.STAFF WRITERThe Department of Social Work, SRMIST, organise a two-day workshop titled %u201cBreaking the Glass Ceiling: Strategies for Women in Entrepreneurship%u201d on January 28th and 29th, 2025. The event aims to equip aspiring and existing female entrepreneurs with the necessary tools, strategies, and confidence to navigate the challenges they face in the entrepreneurial landscape.The workshop will be inaugurated by Ms. Anamika Ramesh, I.A.S., Additional Collector (Development), District Rural Development Agency, Chengalpattu, who will serve as the Chief Guest. The event will be presided over by Dr. V. Thirumurugan, Associate Director, Campus Life & Nodal Officer, Unnat Bharat Abhiyan, and felicitated by Dr. A. Duraisamy, Dean, Faculty of Science and Humanities, SRMIST.In today%u2019s dynamic business environment, women are making significant strides in entrepreneurship, contributing innovative ideas and reshaping industries. However, despite these advancements, many women still face formidable challenges that hinder their growth and success. These challenges, often referred to as the %u201cglass ceiling,%u201d include societal expectations, limited access to financial resources, and insufficient mentorship and networking opportunities.This workshop aims to address these barriers by providing a supportive platform where participants can gain insights from industry experts, acquire essential entrepreneurial skills, and enhance their professional networks. Through interactive sessions, expert talks, and hands-on activities, the event will empower women to harness their potential, overcome limitations, and thrive in their business endeavors.With a focus on practical strategies and real-world applications, the workshop will cover key topics such as business leadership, financial literacy, networking, innovation, and overcoming gender-based challenges in the entrepreneurial sector. Participants will leave with enhanced knowledge, practical solutions, and renewed confidence to excel in their respective fields.The Department of Social Work at SRMIST invites all aspiring and established women entrepreneurs to take part in this empowering initiative and contribute towards fostering a more inclusive and dynamic business ecosystem.STAFF WRITERSRM Medical College Hospital & Research Centre under Unnat Bharat Abhiyan SRMIST has conducted free medical camp for village members at Anjur adopted village on 10-01-2025 Friday. Camp was conducted at the Panchayat office located in the village which is easily accessible for the village peoples. This camp is totally teamwork which consists of medical and health professionals from various departments of SRM hospital. This General medical camp comprises of professionals and physicians from Pediatrics, General Medicine, Dermatology, Gynecology, Audiology and Speech therapy. All are treated with free consultation, medication, and diagnosis. Patients who need further and regular checkup and treatments were referred to SRM general hospital provided with a free treatment card. Free food is being given when coming for treatment in hospital. This regular camping will improve the health status Medical Camp at Siruvanjur, Nattarasanpattu adopted village SRMIST Department of Social Work conducts Two-Day Workshop on Breaking the Glass Ceiling: Strategies for Women in Entrepreneurshipof the village members and be very helpful for the early detection, diagnosis and also the treatment or therapeutic procedures. People who need medical care were referred to the respective departments and go through detailed evaluation and recommended for the treatment procedures.2025 | Spectrum | Volume 18 Number 4 33