‘Sambandh 2013’ The Annual Festival - Department of Sociology

‘Sambandh’ is the annual festival organized by the Department of Sociology, Christ University.  Being one of the most colorful events, students eagerly await this festival that is held in the even semester of every year. 

The word “Sambandh” literally translates into relationships and as students of sociology the festival increases our scope to explore the dynamics of the social relationships we as individuals are tied to.

Sambandh-2013 was held with more grandeur and fervor. The theme for this departmental festival was “Water for life”. This was in accordance with the United Nations theme and gained a wider attention than ever before. The month of august hosted various events for students from the under graduate, organized by the post graduate students. The events included- newsletter making, quiz, creative writing (poem, essay and comic strip) and photography. Students from across various combinations participated enthusiastically. Alongside winning, students wanted to acquire points for the class so as to secure the class trophy.  

The major event of the festival was a panel discussion that was held on August 23, 2013. The panelists included various scholars who had immense theoretical as well as practical knowledge about the subject. Very informative, interesting and thought-provoking were some of the feedbacks students gave. 

The panel discussion was followed by an interactive session in which the students could vent out their opinion and ask their queries. This was followed by a cultural programme in which students showcased their dancing and singing skills to various tunes, lightening the atmosphere among the audience.

The most awaited and exciting part of Sambandh 2013 was the prize distribution ceremony. At the end of which the overall class trophies were announced. This was secured by the first year EPS students.

Thus, sambandh-2013 came to an end with mixed emotions. While the final year students remorse their last such event on campus, the fresher’s were enlightened with hope and motivation to look forward for the coming years. 

But definitely Sambandh achieved its objective of kindling the spirit of togetherness among students and also enlightening the students in the academic forefront.

Brinda S