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In the midst of all the insti hubbub, we end up finding friendship in the unlikeliest of places. From 5AM awakenings to lab arguments to conversations about life, Shri Prathaa unpacks the highs and lows of insti friendships – and how the people we meet can shape us forever.
In the hustle and bustle of insti life, it’s easy to forget that there is a whole world out there, waiting to be explored. Embarking on a sem-ex is more than just an academic detour – it’s the chance to immerse yourself into a melting pot of cultures, ideas, and friendships that last a lifetime. Not sure if it’s worth it? Join T5E as we speak to students who have personally taken the plunge, and hear what they have to say about their journeys!
In a world where universities around the globe are strategizing to offset the colossal carbon footprints left by corporations and fossil fuel dependence, we have our own personal responsibilities to contribute to the cause. At IIT Madras, our role lies in what we create—a culture rooted in sustainability, shaped by diverse courses that empower students to transform ideas into impactful projects. The course on the Life of Ubiquitous Materials offered an avenue for students to learn, as well as get involved in sustainability on campus. Read the article by Rosana here.
The SLC meeting on March 17 witnessed intense debate over the derecognition and restructuring of the I&AR Sphere, culminating in the passage of the motion. The session also saw the approval of a bill to streamline the ratification and de-ratification process for core team members.
The eighth SLC meeting of the academic year, held on March 10, 2025, was packed with critical discussions ranging from the contentious derecognition of the I&AR sphere to an impeachment motion and major rulebook amendments. Tensions ran high as legislators debated the future of student governance, but with time running out, several key issues remained unresolved and were pushed to the next meeting, held on March 17. Read the article for a complete breakdown of the key debates.
“Machesh, you’re as hot as Chennai” Prom happened recently, and you might have been lucky (or unlucky!) enough to have heard this line. If your…
Following the Sports Excellence Admissions, IIT Madras has now become the first IIT to introduce the Fine Arts and Cultural Excellence (FACE) program in the…
The budget discussion for the January-May 2025 semester was marked by heated debates. Concerns over a ₹23 lakh deficit from the previous semester set the stage for a tense session, with multiple spheres exceeding their allocated budgets. Overspending, particularly on travel expenses and event funding, and financial mismanagement sparked some of the most intense arguments. Due to low attendance and the lack of quorum, the voting process for the individual spheres’ budgets was postponed.
Disclaimer: The voting process is ongoing. The article includes the results that are out, and is being updated as the remaining results are released.
The sixth SLC meeting of the academic year and the first meeting of 2025 was conducted on January 21, 2025. The SLC Speaker inaugurated the…
The dreaded W grade is gone, but its kinder (?) cousin, the P grade, is here to shake things up. With biometric attendance and strict cutoffs, students scramble to stay above 75%. In this article, T5E takes you through the comical saga of how a tiny Pea turned into a giant serving of chaos, confusion, and creative attendance calculations.