Orientation Programme for AHS & BPT

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Event name

Orientation Programme

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Organizing Department/ Committee/ Others

Adichunchanagiri School of Allied Health Sciences

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Type of Event

Orientation Programme for AHS & BPT

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Level of event

Institute Level

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Collaboration / accreditation if any

Nil

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Dates/ and Duration

17th September 2025;  held between 2.15 pm to 4.00 pm

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Venue

GBC, Ground Floor, AIMS.

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Details of delegates/ target audience

Faculty members,  AHS& BPTstudents, staff, and guests present during the Orientation Programme

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Total Number of delegates/ Audiences attended

90

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Objectives of the event

· To introduce newly admitted AHS and BPT students to the academic structure, curriculum, and expectations of Adichunchanagiri University.

· To foster awareness of professional responsibilities, ethical conduct, and the values essential in the healthcare field.

· To promote a sense of community and belonging among students by familiarizing them with faculty members, institutional culture, and available support systems.

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Brief Report of the Event

The Orientation Programme for Allied Health Sciences (AHS) and Bachelor of Physiotherapy (BPT) students was successfully conducted on 17th October 2025 at the GBC Hall, Adichunchanagiri Institute of Medical Sciences (AIMS) under the auspices of Adichunchanagiri University.

The event commenced with an official inauguration ceremony, marked by the watering of the Tulsi plant, symbolizing growth, purity, and the beginning of an academic journey rooted in values and tradition.

The programme was graced by the esteemed presence of Dr. M. G. Shivaramu, Principal, AIMS & Dean, Faculty of Medical and Allied Health Sciences, Dr. Aliya Nusrath, Vice Principal, AIMS & Professor, Department of Biochemistry, Dr. Namitha D, Chief Programme Officer, Adichunchanagiri School of Allied Health Sciences (ASAHS), Dr. Nagendrappa M. S., Professor & Head, Department of Physiotherapy, Dr. Vijay Kumar, Associate Professor, Department of Clinical Laboratory Physiology along with faculty members from the Departments of Physiotherapy and Clinical Psychology.

Programme Highlights

•The session began with a Keynote Address by Dr. M. G. Shivaramu, who inspired the new students by emphasizing the importance of discipline, compassion, and commitment in healthcare education.

•Dr. Aliya Nusrath delivered an insightful talk on “Roles and Responsibilities of Students in Professional Courses”, highlighting ethics, academic integrity and teamwork.

•Dr. Namitha D provided an Overview of the Allied Health Sciences curriculum and syllabus, guiding students through academic expectations, evaluation methods and institutional support systems.

•Dr. Nagendrappa M. S. and Dr. Vijay Kumar shared detailed insights into the BPT and Clinical Psychology curriculum respectively, stressing the need for practical learning, clinical exposure and holistic professional development.

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Feedback Analysis (Brief)

The Orientation Programme was highly informative and well-organized, providing students with a clear understanding of their academic journey and professional responsibilities. It successfully fostered a sense of belonging, motivation, and awareness of ethical values essential in healthcare education.

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SDG’s Addressed

🔷 SDG 3 – Good Health and Well-being

Ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all ages.

🔷 SDG 4 – Quality Education

Ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all.

🔷 SDG 16 – Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions

Promote peaceful and inclusive societies… and build effective, accountable institutions.

🔷 SDG 17 – Partnerships for the Goals

Strengthen the means of implementation and revitalize the global partnership for sustainable development.

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Outcome

Outcomes of the programme:

The orientation programme successfully:

•Familiarized students with the institutional culture, values, and vision of Adichunchanagiri University.

•Helped students understand their academic pathways, assessment systems, and departmental structures.

•Encouraged a sense of belonging, motivation, and readiness to embark on their academic journey.

•Reinforced the role of empathy, discipline, and lifelong learning in health sciences education.

The event concluded with an interactive session, allowing students to engage with the faculty, followed by a vote of thanks expressing gratitude to all dignitaries and participants.

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Challenges Faced

Nil

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Recommendations

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