Resonance

NIIT University’s Resonance Program is a unique induction program,
conducted annually for the new incoming students. The students from
the Batch of 2024 underwent this program from July 12, 2024 to August
3, 2024. The students, who are divided into 12 clusters found themselves in a
packed schedule from 6:30 AM to 10:30 PM. The program was aimed at
giving students an insight into their life here at NIIT University, and foster
a strong sense of camaraderie. Additionally, the program also featured a
blend of academics, and holistic development through sports activities
as well as collaborative cluster and the respective states presentation,
all while competing with each other in inter-cluster format. Students also
engaged in thought-provoking activities, including several workshops,
and insightful guest lectures.

A bouquet of Invited lectures was also organized for the freshers to
guide them in their path of life. A few prominent speakers who
addressed the students were:

1. Mr. Chandra Bhushan – President and CEO of IForest
2. Mr. Aman Nath – Founder and Chairman of Neemrana Hotels
3. Mr. Pankaj Jathar – CEO, NIIT Ltd
4. Ms Archana Kumar – Senior Associate Director at Walker
5. Chandiok & Co LLP
6. Mr. Jayant Krishna – CEO, COO & Executive Director of National
7. Skill Development Corporation
8. Mr. MK Chhabra – Director General of Police, Odisha
9. Mr. Rajendra Singh – Founder of Tarun Bharat Sangh, well-
renowned ‘Waterman of India’

Naturally, no induction program would be complete without the touch of a
little friendly competition. The “Mr. and Ms. Freshers” contest, consisting
of two elimination rounds, was a major highlight of the program, with
students supporting and cheering on for their favorite contestants.
The much-awaited grand finale was conducted on 3rd August, 2024,
was a spectacular event featuring dazzling performances by various
clubs from the university like Verismo, Impetus, Kavishaala, and
Rangmanch NU.

The finale round for “Mr. and Ms. Fresher” consisted of a fusion between
traditional and western fashion walk, followed by a challenging Q&A
session.
Garvit Prasad Singh and Saumya Datt, of B.Tech CSE (batch of 2024)
were announced as the winners, and were crowned Mr. and Ms.
Fresher.

Resonance 2024 was undoubtedly a transformative experience for all
those involved, it imbibed the students with the necessary soft skills
whilst enabling them to make new friends, and have fun along the way.