Exit Survey 2024: Lifestyle and Mental Health

Last semester, T5E conducted its annual Exit Survey — capturing the journey of the graduating batch to understand how life at IIT Madras was for those crossing the finish line. In this section, the fourth of 5 articles, we turn to lifestyle and mental health, exploring the often-hidden side of campus life. We asked the graduating students about their sleep and dietary routines, their experiences managing stress, and their thoughts on the mental health resources available at IIT Madras. From satisfaction with support services to how students balanced rest, diet, and academics, this section sheds light on the daily routines and mental health journeys of our seniors.

Exit Survey 2024 – Career and Decision Making

Last semester, T5E conducted its annual Exit Survey — capturing the journey of the graduating batch to understand how life at IIT Madras was for those crossing the finish line. In this section, the third of 5 articles, T5E explores the pivotal choices and career decisions made by the newest graduates of IIT Madras. Through their responses, the graduating class offers a glimpse into their aspirations, challenges, and the factors influencing their career paths.

Exit Survey 2024: Academics

Last semester, T5E conducted its annual Exit Survey — capturing the journey of the graduating batch to understand how life at IIT Madras was for those crossing the finish line. From study routines and course choices to their thoughts on workload and grading, this article, the second of 5 parts, is a dive into the academic habits and patterns of the graduating batch.

Exit Survey 2024: Extracurriculars

Last semester, T5E conducted its annual Exit Survey — capturing the journey of the graduating batch to understand how life at IIT Madras was for those crossing the finish line. In the first of 5 parts, we dive into the world beyond academics — the extracurriculars and Positions of Responsibility (PoRs) that define the ‘insti experience’.

On the First Pan IIT Student Governance Summit

On the 26th of October, IIT Madras hosted the first ever Pan-IIT Student Governance Summit hosted by the Student Legislative Council. The Summit spanned over 2 days, with panels conducted on a diverse array of student-centric topics including research, academics, mental health and more. T5E brings you exclusive insights from on-ground interviews, and round-table briefings with the delegates.

Wadhwani School of Data Science and AI – Interview with Prof. Balaraman Ravindran

The newly established Wadhwani School of Data Science and Artificial Intelligence at IIT Madras, led by Professor B. Ravindran, aims to address interdisciplinary data-driven challenges and advance the AI field. It offers specialized B.Tech courses and minors, prioritizes applied AI, and provides ample research opportunities. Future upgrades include more computing resources and new research centers.