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“Whether you’re looking to become the youngest CEO in the world or working to win a Nobel, your first step would be to get a good internship. If you belong to the opposite camp and don’t know what you want to do with your life, an internship will help you narrow down your choices. Basically, internships are good. Do them”, says Aahlad. The second article as part of T5E’s vacation guide suggests a few alternative internship opportunities.
As the P grade paradigm becomes an inalienable part of life in Insti, T5E reflects on the new Parent Connect application. We ask questions like what does growing into adulthood exactly mean, and is the administration really helping things with their new measures, in this article that sheds light on the journey that started from the P grade but has taken many twists and turns since.
It was supposed to be harmless — just a one-trick pony watch that measured the 3amount of sleep I got. But somewhere between Quiz Week all-nighters, 2 A.M. reels, and my delusion of “optimizing” rest, the sleep battery became my new nemesis. By the time it hit 0 and I hit the desk, I knew — it wasn’t.
Even as the Digiicampus mediated attendance scheme become an integral part of all classes, T5E dissects the Additional Rules that mark a new era of the P grade paradigm.
With long weekends just around the corner, Venkat shares some of his Chennai adventures for a wholesome weekend trip!
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!
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.
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.
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.