VISA Episode # 22 | A Report

 VISA – Virtual Interaction with Scholars Abroad

22nd Edition Report

Date: 3rd September 2025

Time: 7:00 PM IST

Organised by: Office of International Programmes, Madras Christian College

 The 22nd edition of the Virtual Interaction with Scholars Abroad (VISA) series, organised by the Office of International Programmes, Madras Christian College, was held on the 3rd of September 2025, at 7:00 PM IST

 The session started with the college prayer led by Ms. Shrestha, Intern at the Office of International Programmes, MCC. This was followed by the Welcome Address delivered by Dr. Samuel Rufus, Dean of the Office of International Programmes. The MC of the event was Mr. Vishal, intern at the office of international programmes, introduced the speakers Ms. Pearlina Gracelyn, III BA English (Aided) MCC and Ms. Kuheli Ojha, III BSc Mathematics (Aided) MCC.

 Ms. Pearlina shared her experience of participating in a one- semester abroad program at LeTourneau University, Texas, USA. She highlighted the distinctive academic culture, the nature of the assignments she was required to complete, and the comparatively infrequent examinations. She also spoke about the numerous events held on and off campus, as well as the friendships she was able to form during her stay.

 Ms. Kuheli shared her summer internship experience at Colorado State University, Colorado, USA. She spoke about the guidance she received from her mentor, the manner in which the internship progressed, and the various skills she was able to acquire during the program.

 This session was followed by a Q/A and ended with a Vote of Thanks delivered by Ms. Shrestha.