Visit of Students &
Staff from Asia University, Taiwan
In Tandem Inaugural 2025-26
The Day Today | #reflections
14th July 2025
This morning, we got the news that our third student from Sri Lanka had just arrived in Chennai. So we made arrangements for her enrollment in College and then in the Women’s Hall.
Today we also had a visiting team of two professors and 12 students from Asia University, Taiwan.
Our relationship with AU goes back to the year 2009, and I am so glad to note that it continues to flourish till date. We had a brief welcome meeting with the visiting dignitaries in the Council Room. Happy to note that we have been collaborating with Hindustan University as well, as regards the visit of the AU delegation.
Later, at 11.35 am, the Orientation Programme by the visiting dignitaries started in the Blue Whale Hall, MMIP.
Ms. Steffi and Mr. Bill who had been part of a three-student team to Asia University, Taiwan to do their 45-Day Internship at Asia University, Taiwan, presented their experiences during the Orientation Programme in such a beautiful, inspiring manner.
On an aside, I was so happy to know that Ms. Steffi had finished her MA Philosophy in MCC and then joined MSW in MCC because of her great passion for Social Work.
When I asked her why she opted for MA in Philosophy, she said,
‘Sir, I didn’t get MSW in MCC, the first time I applied. I got the letter from Stella Maris and from Pondicherry University, but I didn’t want to go there. I wanted to continue my PG in MCC.
I was previously the General Secretary of Martin Hall. So I decided to do MA in Philosophy in MCC. Once I completed it, I again gave it a shot yet again. This time I got into MSW in MCC, and I got the field of my choice as well. Now I’ve successfully completed my Postgraduation in MCC, after a rewarding internship with Asia University, Taiwan’,
said Steffi.
So proud of you Steffi. More power to you.
Later the Professor Liao, Shu-Cuan, from Asia University, Taiwan, gave an impactful orientation on studies in Taiwan, with special reference to Asia University.
Dr. Sudharsan, Assistant Professor, Dept of Social Work, Coordinated the Programme, while Dr. Serena, Associate Dean of International Programmes (SFS) did the MC. Prof. Arun Kumar, Associate Dean of International Programmes (Aided), did the announcements, while Dr. Rufus, Dean IP welcomed the gathering.
This was followed by a fellowship lunch in the MMIP with the visiting delegates, interns and professors. Ms. Anarsha Panicker from III Vis Com did the Report Writing of the Programme, while Ms. Sai Sneha, II BSc Geography, coordinated the programme.
So happy and proud to know that Mano has been selected for Lawn Tennis. So proud of you Mano.
Later in the evening, our Principal Dr. Paul Wilson welcomed the visiting professors from Asia University, to his residence, in the presence of the Dean IP and Dr. Sudharsan. Possibilities for collaborations between the two institutions were also discussed during the occasion.
Then, at six pm today, we had the First In Tandem Colloquium for the new academic year.
Today we have completed 111 years, and entering the 112th year, said the Principal Dr. Uma Maheswari. I am so happy to note that In Tandem is starting their vibrant literary activities on this auspicious day, she opined.
Many of the Patrons of In Tandem were in attendance, and gave their heartfelt laudations for the consistency with which the In Tandem sessions are being organised over the years.
Hearty Congratulations to the ever-vibrant Dr. Preethi Srinivasan, HoD, English, Queen Mary’s College, Chennai, for steering forward In Tandem with such dedication and vigour over the years. Also, so happy to see a few of our students – present and past – in attendance at In Tandem! So proud of you guys! Keep up the spirit.
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