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SUMMARY:Global Immersion Program - National University of Singapore
DESCRIPTION:A group of 55 students\, including 53 from Data Science and 2 from Commerce\, is participating in a one-week Global Immersion program on AI & Deep Learning at the National University of Singapore (NUS). On the first day\, they attended a workshop that covered the significance of Data Analytics in business\, an introduction to Machine Learning\, and its various applications. The session explored different types of Machine Learning\, such as Supervised\, Unsupervised\, and Reinforcement Learning\, along with common algorithms like Regression\, Classification\, and Clustering. The workshop included hands-on mini-projects\, where students applied their knowledge using Collab/Python for tasks like Customer Churn Prediction\, Housing Price Prediction\, and Customer Segmentation. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOn Day 2\, students engaged in a blend of academic sessions\, an online exam\, a mock project presentation\, and a visit to Sentosa Island. They delved into Neural Networks\, with a particular focus on CNN architecture for image data and the application of pre-trained models. The session covered specialized CNN architectures such as VGG and YOLO\, which are utilized for image classification and object detection. Additionally\, RNN architecture for sequential data and the ResNet model were introduced. Practical exercises involved working with image data and applying CNNs for Traffic Sign Classification\, providing students with hands-on experience in these techniques. \n\n\n\n\n          \n\n\nOn Day 3\, students engaged in a blend of classroom sessions\, an online exam\, and team-based project discussions with a professor from NUS. In class\, they focused on optimizing pre-trained models for specific business applications. They explored techniques for adapting these models to different domains\, including adding new layers to capture domain-specific features and fine-tuning existing layers to enhance performance on specialized tasks. The session covered effective fine-tuning methods\, such as regularization strategies and adjusting learning rates\, along with hyperparameter tuning techniques like beam search and Bayesian optimization. Ethical considerations\, such as addressing bias\, protecting privacy\, and ensuring transparency\, were also discussed. During practical exercises\, students revisited previous projects to apply these advanced techniques\, making them more relevant and impactful for business use cases. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOn Day 4\, the students immersed themselves in a world of adventure and imagination\,  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOn Day 5\, our students presented their projects to NUS professors. Each team was evaluated and graded by the professors\, who also provided valuable suggestions. The students demonstrated their developed projects and received insightful feedback. The valedictory ceremony followed\, where certificates were awarded by NUS.
URL:https://www.kclas.ac.in/event/global-immersion-program-national-university-of-singapore/
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SUMMARY:Global Immersion @ Asia Pacific University
DESCRIPTION:School of Visual Communication  Global Immersion @ Asia Pacific University  \nThe School of Visual Communication team arrived at Kuala Lumpur. The visit started off with a dinner hosted by APU before the official program began. The students were all excited and especially enthusiastic about participating in this cross-cultural learning!  \nDay 1: \nIn the morning\, Ms. Vivienne introduced us to the basics of the software\, guiding us through the tools and helping us create our first animations. The afternoon took it up a notch with Mr. Aie Ibrahim\, who shared some of his work and taught us about animatics and storyboarding with motion.  \nIt was a great learning experience\, blending creativity with practical skills. Looking forward to applying what we have learned! \n\n\nDay 2: \nEffects and Simulation workshop with Mr. Jodie \nIt was an incredible day diving into the world of Autodesk Maya workshop led by the Mr. Jodie. \nIn the morning\, Students explored the powerful tools within Autodesk Maya\, mastering the basics of the software. By the end of the session\, they were confidently creating objects from basic geometric shapes\, setting a strong foundation for future projects. \n In the Afternoon Session\, the focus shifted to animation\, where students learned to bring their shapes to life. They were introduced to key animation techniques\, and by the end of the day\, everyone had created their own simple animations! \n\n\nDay 3 Session 1: \nIndustry Visit to Anima Studio:\nToday’s session started with a visit to Anima Studio\, a renowned Finnish animation company\, where we were guided by Mr. Elvis\, a senior animator with extensive experience in the industry. The visit provided us with valuable insights into the workflow and operations of a professional animation studio. \n Mr. Elvis shared his journey in the animation industry\, highlighting some of the most interesting projects he has worked on with Anima. He discussed the challenges and creative processes involved in bringing animated characters and stories to life.  \nDuring the visit\, Mr. Elvis walked us through the studio’s workflow\, which is structured to ensure efficiency and creativity. The workflow typically begins with concept development\, where ideas are brainstormed and initial sketches are created. This is followed by modelling\, storyboarding\, and animatics\, which are rough animations used to visualize the flow and timing of the scenes. \n The final stages of the workflow include special effects department that detailed the animation\, where the characters and scenes are fully developed\, and post-production\, where final touches such as sound design\, color correction\, and visual effects are added. Mr. Elvis emphasized the importance of collaboration and communication between departments to ensure the smooth progression of projects. \n The visit concluded with a tour of the various departments within Anima Studio. The visit to Anima Studio provided us with a comprehensive understanding of how an animation studio operates\, from the initial concept to the final product. \n\n\nDay 3 Session 2:  \nDigital Cut-Out Animation: \nThe session focused on digital cut-out animation\, specifically on facial animation and lip sync techniques using Toon Boom Harmony. Mr. Jack guided the students through the essential processes of rigging\, lip sync\, and applying facial expressions to characters. \nCharacter Rigging:  \n\n    Students learned to rig various body parts of a character\, ensuring smooth and realistic movements. \n    Techniques for setting up pivot points and creating flexible rigs for different body parts were covered.\n\nFacial Animation:  \n\n    The session emphasized the importance of facial expressions in bringing characters to life.\n    Students practiced animating different expressions\, focusing on the movement of eyebrows\, eyes\, and mouth.\n\nLip Sync:\n\n    Students were introduced to the basics of lip sync\, matching mouth shapes to specific phonetic sounds.\n    They practiced syncing character mouth movements with dialogue\, ensuring timing and expression matched the audio.\n\nBy the end of the session\, students successfully rigged a character\, applied facial animations\, and performed a lip sync exercise. They gained a deeper understanding of how to enhance the emotional depth of animated characters through precise facial movements and accurate lip sync. \nThis session provided a solid foundation in digital cut-out animation\, setting the stage for more advanced character animation work in future classes. \n\n\n Day 4:\nDesign Thinking with Prof. Murali Raman\, DVC of APU \nStudents had the privilege of attending an insightful and engaging workshop on Design Thinking\, led by the esteemed Prof. Murali Raman. The session was packed with fascinating activities that delved deep into the fundamental concepts of design thinking. Students were actively involved throughout\, demonstrating high levels of enthusiasm and energy. Prof. Raman’s lively approach made complex ideas easy to grasp\, ensuring the session was both educational and enjoyable. It was a memorable experience for all\, as they explored innovative problem-solving techniques in a fun and collaborative environment.
URL:https://www.kclas.ac.in/event/global-immersion-asia-pacific-university/
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SUMMARY:Global Immersion @ Asia Pacific University
DESCRIPTION:School of Psychology Global Immersion @ Asia Pacific University\nThe School of Psychology team arrived at Kuala Lumpur. The visit started off with a dinner hosted by APU before the official program began. The students were all excited and especially enthusiastic about participating in this cross-cultural learning!\n\nDay 1 :\nHow fascinating it is to see one’s own brain waves dance from beta to delta to alpha! Students witnessed the real-time work of an Electroencephalogram by wearing it and observing their brain activity on a screen as they clenched their teeth \, laughed\, and held their breath. It was truly a moment of learning for students!\n\nExperiencing virtual reality to assess depth and height was another remarkable highlight of the day. While VR experiences are not new to many\, its application to understanding the phobia of heights was insightful.\n\nFollowing this was an engaging and interactive session on positive psychology and wellbeing facilitated by Dr. Yati\, Professor of Psychology. The interactions explored theories such as Broaden and Build and PERMA. Activities focused on gratitude and positive experience sharing were key moments and students participation was commendable. Overall\, it was an eventful day filled with significant learning and reflections.\n\nDay 2:\nPost-Zumba\, students sat down with three experts of practice to discuss stress—the spectrum from eustress to destress. This interaction allowed for open sharing of personal experiences and reflections.\n\nWhile they could have given into the coziness of the environment after a sumptuous afternoon meal\, students proved their commitment by a wonderful participation in a session on Psychological safety led by Ms. Chitara\, Practitioner and Coach\,and her team of students. Their introspection of psychological safety through the lenses of vulnerability\, judgments\,belongingness\, and various other similar factors was appreciated by the team of facilitators. They worked along with the psychology students of APU sharing their similarities and differences.\n\nIn a nutshell\, students have taken back with them significant learning with well-deserved recognition.\n\nDay 3:\nWhat better than creating a safe space to think and discuss love\, relationship and intimacy? The first two sessions of the day allowed for discussions and explorations on the theory of love\, love language and signs of love. By understanding the satire communication styles\, students participated in activities finding out their dominant love language. A deep dive into the biological\, social and psychological perspectives to love was an eye opener to the young learners.\n\nA session on experiential intimacy through drama therapy was yet another highlight of the day. Exploring the plot and characters of the Midsummer Nights Dream to understand the psychological play initiated a wonderful thread of sharing and reflection.\n\nA sneak peak into the intersection of cyber security and psychology got as interesting as it could get with probing discussions on the latest trends and threats\, the invasion and explosion of AI\, and its impact. Students worked in groups implementing these concepts in the context of Human Resources\, specifically recruitment.\n\nHeading back to the base!\n\n\n\n    \n        \n   \n\n\nA bittersweet end that marks a promising beginning. Vis Com and Psychology are set to fly back to their base with a wholesome experience from learning to unlearning!\n\nWrapping up an incredible week at Asia Pacific University\, Kuala Lumpur\, was an absolute learning and experiential treat! The Global Immersion experience was beyond amazing\, providing students with invaluable insights into the world of Animation\, Gaming\, and VFX. Engaging with industry experts\, gaining hands-on learning\, and being surrounded by like-minded peers made this journey even more enriching.\n\nFrom mastering new tools and techniques to creating lasting memories\, this international study experience has inspired students in countless ways. APU\, a technology-driven hub for academics and research\, and a rising star in cyber psychology\, offered the psychology department a truly fascinating space to witness the intersection of cross-disciplinary studies\, liberal arts\, and science in real-time.\n\nUnderstanding positive psychology\, love theories\, cyber securities\, and psychological interventions – witnessing the interplay of soft and hard sciences was captivating. In a nutshell\, this visit left a lasting impact with academic and cultural exposure!
URL:https://www.kclas.ac.in/event/global-immersion-asia-pacific-university-2/
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SUMMARY:Kumaraguru MUN - 2024
DESCRIPTION:KMUN – ‘2024\nThe Department of Political Science\, in collaboration with Qubate\, successfully organized the Kumaraguru Model United Nations (K-MUN) 2024 from 27th to 30th September 2024. This three-day event provided a dynamic and immersive platform for 178 delegates from different colleges and schools to engage in meaningful discussions on pressing global issues. \nThe primary objective of K-MUN 2024 was to offer students/delegates a unique simulation experience\, where they role-played as diplomats in six UN committees.  Participants engage in debates on global issues\, mirroring UN proceedings. Through this\, participants developed crucial skills in diplomacy\, public speaking\, and critical thinking\, while deepening their understanding of international relations and global challenges firsthand. K-MUN 2024 has not only empowered them to voice their ideas but also inspired constructive debate\, helping shape future global leaders. \nThe event aims to foster a collaborative environment where delegates can explore solutions to pressing global challenges\, thereby empowering their voices and embracing change through informed and constructive debate. \nWorking of MUN:\nModel United Nations (MUN) operates on a structured framework designed to simulate real-world diplomatic proceedings. Each committee within the MUN selects a maximum of two broad topics for discussion and debate. These debates follow proper procedures\, including formats such as Moderated Caucus\, where delegates speak in a structured order on a specific aspect of the topic; Unmoderated Caucus\, allowing for free-form discussion and negotiation; and General Speeches\, where delegates present their country’s stance. This format ensures a comprehensive exploration of the chosen topics from various perspectives. \nThe MUN event typically spans two to three days\, providing ample time for in-depth discussions and negotiations. As the debates progress\, delegates work collaboratively to draft resolutions that address the issues at hand. These draft resolutions are then presented to the entire committee for consideration. The goal is to refine these drafts through further debate and negotiation until they can be officially adopted as resolutions. The successful passage of these resolutions marks the conclusion of the session\, representing the culmination of the delegates’ efforts in diplomatic problem-solving and consensus-building. \nCOMMITTEES:\n\n    UNSC: United Nations Security Council \n    UNHRC: United Nations Human Rights Council \n    UNEP: United Nations Environment Programme \n    HCC: Historic Crisis Committee \n    AIPPM: All India Political Parties Meet \n    IPC: International Press Corps\n\n\n    \n        Enhanced Diplomatic Skills\n        Informed Perspectives\n        Collaborative Problem-Solving\n        Personal Growth\n        Networking Opportunities\n    \n\nKMUN 2024 is expected to play a pivotal role in cultivating a robust MUN culture within Kumaraguru College\, encouraging a tradition of active engagement in international diplomacy among students. By providing a platform for emerging diplomats to showcase their skills and insights\, the event will help nurture the next generation of leaders\, equipping them with the experience and expertise needed to excel in future diplomatic endeavours.
URL:https://www.kclas.ac.in/event/kumaraguru-mun-2024/
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20240927T090000
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SUMMARY:Recent Excavations in Tamil Nadu – Seminar
DESCRIPTION:தமிழ்நாட்டில் அண்மைக்கால அகழாய்வுகள்- கருத்தரங்கம்\nகோவை\, குமரகுரு பன்முகக் கலை அறிவியல் கல்லூரியில் “தமிழ்நாட்டில் அண்மைக்கால அகழாய்வுகள்” என்னும் தலைப்பில் இரண்டு நாட்கள்(27&29.09.2024) கருத்தரங்கம் நடைபெற்றது.  \n28.09.2024 அன்று கோயம்புத்தூர் குமரகுரு பன்முகக் கலை அறிவியல் கல்லூரியில் நடைபெற்ற கருத்தரங்க நிகழ்வில் இந்தியத் தொல்லியல் துறையின் திருச்சி மண்டல உதவித் தொல்லியல் ஆய்வாளர் முனைவர் வி.ப.யதீஸ்குமார் அவா்கள் “தாமிரபரணி ஆற்றங்கரை தொல்லியல் அகழாய்வுகள்” என்னும் தலைப்பில் உரையாற்றினார். ஆதிச்சநல்லூர் மற்றும் சிவகளையில் நடைபெற்ற ஆய்வுகள் குறித்து விரிவாகப் பேசினார். பாண்டியர்களின் பழைய துறைமுகங்களாகக் கொற்கையும் அழகன்குளமும் திகழ்ந்தன என்று கூறினாா். அதற்கான தொல்லியல் ஆதாரங்கள் கிடைத்துள்ளன. தாமிரபரணி நாகரிகம் மிகவும் பழமையானதாகும். ஆதிச்சநல்லூரில் கிடைத்த பல்வேறு தொல்லியல் சான்றுகளைப் பொருநை அருங்காட்சியத்தில் விரைவில் பார்க்கலாம். அதற்கான ஏற்பாடுகள் முழுமூச்சில் நடைபெற்று வருகின்றன. ஆதிச்சநல்லூரில் கண்டெடுக்கப்பட்ட பொருட்களின் காலம் முறையான அறிவியல் முறைப்படி கண்டறியப்பட்டுள்ளது. ஆகையால் நமது நாகரிகத்தை முழுமையாகத் தெரிந்துகொள்ள இயலும் என்று பேசினார். \nதொல்லியல் கருத்தரங்கில் பல்வேறு பல்கலைக்கழகங்கள் கல்லூரிகளிலிருந்து பேராசிரியர்களும் ஆய்வு மாணவர்களும் கலந்து கொண்டனர். தொல்லியலில் ஈடுபாடு கொண்ட ஆர்வலர்களும் கலந்து கொண்டனர். நிகழ்ச்சிகளுக்கான ஏற்பாடுகளை நா. மகாலிங்கம் தமிழாய்வு மையமும் வாணவராயர் பவுண்டேஷனும் ஏற்பாடு செய்திருந்தன. நிகழ்ச்சியின் முக்கிய பகுதியாகக் கருத்தரங்கில் கலந்துகொண்ட அனைவரையும் திருப்பூர் மாவட்டம் கொங்கல்நகரம் பகுதியில் நடைபெற்று வரும் அகழ்வாராய்ச்சிக் களத்திற்கு அழைத்துச் சென்றனர். \nகொங்கல்நகரம் அகழ்வாய்வுக் களத்தை அனைவரும் பார்வையிட்டனர். ஆழ்வாராய்ச்சியில் கண்டெடுக்கப்பட்ட பழைய பொருட்களைக் கண்காட்சியாக வைத்திருந்தனர். பழங்காலத்தில் பயன்படுத்தப்பட்ட மண்பானைகள்\, நாணயங்கள் போன்றவற்றைப் பார்க்கும் வாய்ப்பு ஆய்வாளர்களுக்குக் கிடைத்தது. கொங்கல் நகரத்தின் மற்றொரு பகுதியில் கல்படுகைகளும் இருந்தன. அந்த இடத்தில் நிகழும் ஆய்வையும் நேரில் சென்று பார்த்தனர். கொங்கல் நகரம் தொல்லியல் ஆய்வு களத்திற்குச் செல்வதற்கான ஏற்பாட்டை நா. மகாலிங்கம் தமிழாய்வு மையத்தின் இயக்குநர் முனைவர் இரா. ஜெகதீசன் அவர்கள் ஒழுங்கு செய்திருந்தார்.
URL:https://www.kclas.ac.in/event/recent-excavations-in-tamil-nadu-seminar/
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