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SRMIST Vadapalani Student Promoted to Microsoft Beta Student AmbassadorDepartment of CSE, SRMIST Vadapalani hosts E-Summit 2025 and IdeathonSRMIST Vadapalani Inaugurates VLSI & Processor Lab under Government of India%u2019s %u201cChips to Startup%u201d InitiativeSRMIST Vadapalani Signs MoU with IIT Madras for SWAYAM Plus Initiative STAFF WRITERThe Department of Computer Science and Engineering (Emerging Technologies) at SRM Institute of Science and Technology (SRMIST), Vadapalani Campus, is proud to announce that Ramprakash R, a fourth-year student from AIML-A, has been promoted to the prestigious position of Microsoft Beta Student Ambassador.In this new role, Ramprakash will mentor fellow students, lead technology-driven initiatives, and actively contribute to Microsoft%u2019s global learning ecosystem. His achievement reflects his passion for technology, leadership potential, and commitment to fostering an inclusive and collaborative learning environment.This milestone serves as an inspiration for aspiring technologists within the SRM community. The institution continues to encourage and empower students to explore innovation, enhance their technical expertise, and achieve global recognition through such platforms.STAFF WRITERThe Department of Computer Science and Engineering, SRM IST Vadapalani Campus, successfully hosted E-Summit 2025 & Ideathon on September 26, 2025 under the theme %u201cInnovating Ideas. Igniting Futures.%u201dThe event featured keynote talks, panel discussions, and an engaging ideathon where young innovators pitched their ideas and connected with industry experts. From exploring the %u201cunfair advantage%u201d in innovation to celebrating %u201cwomen in entrepreneurship,%u201d the summit sparked creativity and empowered future leaders.STAFF WRITERThe Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering, SRM Institute of Science and Technology (SRMIST), Vadapalani Campus, inaugurated a cuttingedge VLSI & Processor Laboratory under the prestigious %u201cChips to Startup%u201d (C2S) programme %u2014 an initiative by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), Government of India, and implemented by CDAC India.The newly launched facility is equipped with advanced tools and technologies from Cadence, Siemens, Synopsys, Silvaco, Keysight, and Ansys, positioning it as a Centre of Excellence for semiconductor design, industryfocused skill development, and innovation-led engineering education.Prominent industry experts also joined the occasion:%u2022 Mr. S. Dorai Rajan, Senior Director, ASIC Design, Tessolve%u2022 Mr. Venkata Subramanian, Associate Director, ASIC/SOC Verification, Tessolve%u2022 Mr. Karthik Nagappan, Semiconductor Industry ConsultantDuring the event, the experts shared valuable insights into the evolving landscape of India%u2019s semiconductor ecosystem and encouraged students to utilize the new lab for hands-on learning and innovation in chip design and verification.STAFF WRITERThe Department of Computer Science and Engineering, SRM Institute of Science and Technology (SRMIST), Vadapalani Campus, has achieved a significant milestone with the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between SRMIST Vadapalani and IIT Madras for the SWAYAM Plus (Campus to Career) initiative by the Ministry of Education, Government of India.The MoU exchange ceremony was held on 25th June 2025 at the Conference Hall, 5th Floor, Admin Building, IIT Madras, Chennai, in the esteemed presence of:%u2022 Prof. Sarathi R, Dean (Planning), IIT Madras & National Coordinator, SWAYAM Plus%u2022 Dr. C. Gomathy, Vice Principal (Academics & Placements), SRMIST Vadapalani%u2022 Dr. Ramachandran, Research Coordinator%u2022 Dr. Golda Dilip, Head, Department of CSE%u2022 Dr. Sridevi Sridhar, Campus Point of Contact & Faculty CoordinatorSpecial appreciation was extended to Dr. C. V. Jayakumar, Dean (FET), and Dr. C. Gomathy, Vice Principal, for their continued support in realizing this collaboration.The initiative was successfully led by Dr. Sridevi Sridhar and the Department of CSE team, who also facilitated the enrollment of 306 students and faculty members in SWAYAM Plus courses. 2025 | Spectrum | Volume 19 Number 1 27