Student Union Elections!

Elections always bring great energy and a healthy competitive spirit to the campus. As per the university directions, this year's elections were held in parliamentary mode on October 16, 2026.

Just like previous years, student representatives were elected in their classrooms during the morning session, followed by the executive committee elections in the afternoon.

Congratulations to Ashwin Radhakrishnan (S7 CSE), our newly elected Chairman, and the complete executive committee:

General Secretary: Adil Suhail (S5 CSE)

Arts Club Secretary: Shan Ahmed Shamseer (S7 CE)

Magazine Editor: Roshit R Nath (S5 ME)

UUC: Adwaith Mohan (S5 ME) & Krishnadev L (S5 CSE)

Women Representatives: Anjima K Baiju (S5 EIE) & Acty Theres Pauly (S7 CSD)

UG Degree Representative (Civil): Gautham Shankar N V (S5 CE)

UG Degree Representative (EIE): Muhammed Razal (S3 EIE)

PG Degree Representative (CE - SECM): Arjun Ramesh (S1 SECM)

PG Degree Representative (CS - AIDS): Akhil R Krishnan (S1 AIDS)

PG Degree Representative (MCA): Ananda Krishna K V (S1 MCA)

PG Degree Representative (IMCA): Sara Boban (S1 IMCA)

PG Degree Representative (MBA): Archana Siby (S1 MBA)

A special congratulations goes to Shan from our  department on being elected as the Arts Club Secretary.

Wishing the new team a successful year ahead!

Prarambh’26

Our Department celebrated Prarambh’26, the investiture ceremony marking the induction of office bearers of various professional society student chapters on 15th October 2026. 

The event symbolised a new beginning, celebrating leadership, teamwork, responsibility, and the spirit of student engagement. The student chapter of Indian Geotechnical Society was inaugurated on the day by Dr. Jimmy Thomas, Design Consultant, Titan Environmental Containment, Canada and Vice Chairman, IGS Kochi Chapter. The event was also graced by the presence of Dr. A V S Chakravarti, Chief Engineering Manager, M/S CECON Pvt. Ltd. and Honorable Secretary, IGS Kerala Chapter.

The ceremony formally recognised the newly appointed office bearers, who will lead the activities of their respective professional societies and encourage technical learning, professional development, and collaboration among students during the academic year  2026-2027. Prizes were also distributed to the winners of the competitions hosted by the student chapters during this academic year. 

Following the investiture ceremony, the programme transformed into a lively celebration of student talent. Students showcased their talents through a variety of performances, filling the atmosphere with enthusiasm, creativity, and excitement. 

The event concluded with a vibrant DJ session, providing students with an opportunity to unwind, connect, and celebrate together.

Prarambh’26 was more than an investiture ceremony; it was a celebration of leadership, talent, and togetherness. The event marked the beginning of a promising new chapter for the professional society student chapters and strengthened the sense of unity and belonging within the Civil Engineering department.

With new leaders ready to take charge and students united in their enthusiasm, Prarambh’26 set the stage for a year filled with meaningful initiatives, memorable experiences, and collective achievements.

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Rinu J Achison, AP CE

Talk on Real-Time Visualisation Using VR

Gone are the days when civil engineering was limited to two-dimensional blueprints and traditional site visits. Today, technology allows us to walk through a building before the foundation is even laid. On October 7, 2026, our department students' association Association of Civil Engineering (ACE) and the Institution’s Innovation Council (IIC) jointly hosted an engaging tech talk titled "Local & Global Projects with Real-Time Visualisation Using Virtual Reality". 

Led by Design Engineer Rohith Pai and BIM Engineer Abhishek P S from SolidCAD, the afternoon session at DB308 offered students a firsthand look at the digital tools transforming modern infrastructure. Throughout the session, the speakers guided the students through the real-world journey of a construction project, from initial planning and project scheduling to final site execution. They broke down the practicalities of local Municipal Building Rules and offered a fascinating comparison between managing local projects and navigating the vast scale of international ones. A major focus of the afternoon was the growing scope of Building Information Modeling (BIM). Rather than viewing it as just another piece of software, students learned how BIM brings every phase of civil engineering together, helping engineers spot design clashes early, manage timelines efficiently, and open doors to global career opportunities.   

The true highlight of the talk was seeing Virtual Reality (VR) in action through a live demonstration. Watching how real-time visualization turns complex engineering models into immersive, walkable spaces sparked a lot of curiosity across the room. The session was a great reminder of how fast the construction industry is evolving and why staying updated with these technological advancements is essential as we prepare to step into the field as future civil engineers.

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Sreerath S, AP CE