On September 2, 2024, Jaipuria Institute of Management, Indirapuram, Ghaziabad, held an exciting "Poster Design Challenge" as part of the orientation for the MBA Batch 2024-26. This engaging competition, coordinated by Dr. Anubha, aimed to inspire creativity and artistic expression among students while fostering visual communication skills. Held in the JIM Auditorium, the event ran from 10:00 AM to 12:15 PM and featured the participation of 51 students from various MBA programs, including MBA Dual, MBA BA, and MBA BFS.
Theme and Purpose:
The central theme of the Poster Design Challenge revolved around the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) established by the United Nations. Students were tasked with visually representing vital global topics such as environmental conservation, social justice, and equality through their posters. The goals addressed included:
- No Poverty
- Zero Hunger
- Good Health and Well-being
- Quality Education
- Gender Equality
- Clean Water and Sanitation
- Affordable and Clean Energy
- Decent Work and Economic Growth
- Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
- Reduced Inequality
- Sustainable Cities and Communities
- Responsible Consumption and Production
- Climate Action
- Life Below Water
- Life on Land
- Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
- Partnerships for the Goals
Participation and Judging Criteria:
The competition saw enthusiastic participation, with students creatively addressing issues such as climate change, gender equality, and responsible consumption. A panel of esteemed judges, including art teachers and professional artists, evaluated the posters based on creativity, visual impact, message clarity, relevance to the theme, and artistic execution.
Winners:
- First Prize (Rs. 1100/-): Shristy Gaur (MBA Dual)
- Second Prize (Rs. 500/-): Sharmistha Sharma (MBA Dual)
- Third Prize (Rs. 500/-): Diksha (MBA Dual)
The Poster Design Challenge proved to be a resounding success, offering students a platform for artistic expression and fostering critical thinking around societal issues. The event highlighted Jaipuria Institute of Management's commitment to encouraging creativity while emphasizing the importance of the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals. Such events will continue to shape students' academic journey, inspiring them to contribute meaningfully to global causes.
Jaipuria Institute of Management, Ghaziabad, looks forward to organizing similar competitions regularly to nurture creativity and innovation in its students.
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