The Creative Association of Mechanical Engineering Students (CAMS) at Mohan Babu University, Tirupati, successfully hosted the National Level Technical Symposium “CAMS COLLAB 2K25” on the 26th and 27th of March 2025. This two-day event provided a platform for students to showcase their technical skills, foster collaboration, and gain exposure to industry trends. The symposium witnessed participation from 350 students, including attendees from eight different colleges.
The event commenced with an inaugural session led by Dr. K. Lakshmi Kala, Faculty Coordinator, and Dr. R. Satya Meher, Professor & Head, alongside university dignitaries Prof. K. Karunkaran, Vice Chancellor, and Dr. T. Devaraj, Dean of Student Affairs. The vice chancellor emphasized the importance of practical learning, communication skills, and leadership development.
Over two days, students engaged in varied technical and creative events. On the first day, they actively participated in the events, including Coding Warriors—Programming Competition; Paper Presentation—Innovative Technical Discussions; 3D Printing Workshop—Hands-on Training; SA RE GA MA PA—Singing Competition; and Rock the Floor—Dance Battle.
On the second day, they actively participated in the events, including Brain Battle—Logical Reasoning Challenge, Soil Craft—Creative Soil Art, Rangoli—Artistic Expression, and Treasure Hunt—Team-Based Problem-Solving Activity.
CAMS COLLAB 2K25 successfully achieved its objectives, providing students with invaluable hands-on technical experience across various engineering fields. Through paper presentations, participants enhanced their communication and presentation skills, while the event fostered strong networking opportunities between students, faculty, and industry experts. The symposium also played a crucial role in promoting teamwork and leadership qualities among attendees, encouraging collaborative learning and problem-solving. Additionally, it heightened awareness of emerging technologies and industry trends, equipping students with relevant knowledge for their academic and professional growth. Overall, the event boosted participants’ confidence in applying classroom concepts to real-world scenarios, reinforcing the importance of practical exposure in engineering education.
The symposium concluded with a valedictory function, where Dr. R. Satya Meher, convener, addressed the gathering, highlighting the significance of innovation and collaboration in engineering. Prizes and certificates were awarded to the winners of various events, followed by a vote of thanks from Dr. K. Lakshmi Kala. The event wrapped up with the national anthem, marking the successful execution of a student-led technical symposium. Student coordinators G. Dhananjaya Reddy, D. Bharath Sanjay, D. Jagadeesh, S. Abhinandan, and Y. Vinay Kumar contributed their excellent service in making this event a resounding success.
CAMS COLLAB 2K25 proved to be a dynamic and enriching experience, fostering technical excellence, creativity, and leadership skills among students. The symposium set a benchmark for collaborative learning and academic growth, leaving a lasting impact on all participants.
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