Alma Matters

Feb 08, 2024

A Joyful Reunion: Reconnecting and Celebrating at IIT Madras

The annual reunion at IIT Madras was a whirlwind of emotions, filled with warm greetings, nostalgic memories, and inspiring updates. Alumni from various batches gathered on campus, eager to reconnect with their alma mater and fellow students. This year's event promised excitement, and it delivered!

Oct 20, 2023

Dr P Veeramuthuvel – An Epitome of Scientific Prowess and Perseverance

A humble man who dreamed big, aimed for the moon, and went on to achieve it – this is Dr. P Veeramuthuvel. From an unassuming school in Villupuram to ISRO, the distance covered might be a simple few hundred kilometers, but his journey is nothing short of phenomenal. Dr. P Veeramuthuvel is an exemplar of excellence in the field of space technology, showcasing remarkable achievements and unwavering dedication.

Jan 11, 2024

A Homecoming of Sorts: Distinguished Alumni Reminisce

The Alumni Awards Ceremony 2023 - DAAs and YAAA, was a homecoming of sorts for the recipients. As they accepted their awards, the alumni fondly recalled their days at IIT Madras and the profound impact the institute had on their lives and careers.

Jan 11, 2024

IIT Madras DAA and Inaugural YAAA 2023: Celebrating Exceptional Achievements

Joyful vibes filled the air as IIT Madras rolled out the red carpet to honor several of its distinguished alumni at a memorable awards ceremony on December 15th, 2023. The audience buzzed with positivity and pride at the Central Lecture Theatre (CLT), as the institute's trailblazing alumni took center stage one by one to be recognized for their remarkable achievements, since passing through the institute's storied halls.

Jan 10, 2024

The DAA Awardees for 2023 - Announced!

IIT Madras recently announced the highly-anticipated Distinguished Alumni Awards for 2023. The Institute, known for its exceptional education and research, recognizes and celebrates its exemplary alumni with this highest, most prestigious honor. This year, eleven Distinguished Alumni were honored for their outstanding contributions made to their respective fields and the society as a whole, including:

Dec 13, 2023

Prof. Madhav Marathe: “Never give up; life is much more than GPAs and ranks.”

1) What was your inspiration for getting into IIT Madras and joining Computer Science Engineering in the latter part of the 1980s, a period in which the degree was not very prevalent in India...?