Women only Workshop

A brief history of women in the 20th century

Virginia Woolf has often been misquoted for writing “for most of history, anonymous is a woman.” which gave birth to a lot of “what if?” sentiments. 

“What if women could rule countries?”

“What if women could climb mountains and cross oceans?”

These thoughts not only saw the growth of feminist writers, but also broke the stereotype that women were big spenders. At the turn of the century, women across the world had become more self-assured about the concept of money, especially in India, where women generally manage their family’s finances.

Women only Workshop - Focusing on the world of personal finances

Keeping up with its commitment towards women empowerment, the IIT Alumni Center launched the Women only Workshop which offers women a great opportunity to understand the world of personal finances. 

A two-hour coaching session, Women only Workshop (WoW) deals with financial planning and implementation. The first session was held on April 9, 2014 and was conducted by Ms. Renu Maheshwari.  The session explored the world of finance and it was found to be very useful by both the members and the corporate guests. It dealt with Planning and implementation of finance, risk profiling and money behaviour analysis. The workshop also provided guidance on how to achieve a life of indulgence and liberty. Held every month at the Club in the City, Abhiramapuram, Chennai, the workshop has completed six sessions.

Women only Workshops explore the world of finance

Guests and speakers

Ms. Renu Maheshwari who conducts the workshop is a SEBI registered Investment Adviser and practices financial planning and portfolio management. With over two decades of experience, Ms. Maheshwari excels in coaching, consulting and advising clients on personal financing. In 2012, she co-founded Finscholarz to provide holistic consulting services.

Renu Maheshwari presiding over a session of the Women only Workshop

Most sessions are presided over by personalities from distinguished backgrounds. Notable chief guests include angel investor and management advisor, Ms. Padma Chandrasekaran, and executive coach, Ms. Rajani Seshadri, who helps leaders in Tata Consultancy Services, hone their strengths and overcome limits, to achieve personal and professional success.

A workshop for members and guests

Women only Workshop has seen large and enthusiastic participation. Invitations are sent to key corporate companies across Chennai to nominate accomplished women from their companies to take part.

Participants at the event

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Happenings at the IIT Alumni Center

The mind is a tool that needs constant attention. This train of thought has been the subject of a vast number of debates and writings since the advent of the nineteenth century. Game of Thrones creator George R.R. Martin once quoted that "a mind needs books as a sword needs a whetstone, if it is to keep its edge.”

At the IIT Alumni Center, we have our own set of tools to keep minds sharp. From monthly bridge games to interactive workshops, from book readings to art appreciation, there are a host of events that keep the vibrant community buzzing. 

Open Pairs Bridge Tournament

Informally referred to as the ‘mind sport’, the IIT Alumni Center conducts monthly bridge games at the 'Club in the City'. Since its inception, the Open Pairs Bridge Tournament has been one of the club’s widely participated events. The tournament is a regular monthly feature and is part of the official Chennai Bridge Calendar.  

The latest edition was held on the 6th of August, 2014 where Nirmal Kumar Jain and N. Periasamy finished as the top pair. Cash prizes will be distributed to the winners and runners-up in the next edition which will be held on the 3rd of September, 2014 at the 'Club in the City'.

Bibliothek 

Ralph Waldo Emerson once quoted that “some books leave us free and some books make us free.” The IIT Alumni Center’s very own book club, Bibliothek aims to free minds, one page at a time.

In July, Bibliothek members read and discussed Maya Angelou's I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings in memoriam to the late author. Other books that have been discussed at Bibliothek include Ernest Hemingway's award-winning Old Man and the Sea, Umberto Eco's The Name of the Rose and Salman Rushdie's Haroun and the Sea of Stories.

Recently, Timeri Murari was invited to read from his new novel, The Taliban Cricket Club and interact with members. 

Women only Workshop

It’s a simple equation. Women + Words = Wonders

The Womens only Workshop (WoW) was launched to promote free thinking, self-dependence and several such ideologies among women. The Alumni Center invites corporates to nominate women from their organisations to join the discussion.

The third workshop was held in July and was themed on personal finance. Conducted by Renu Maheshwari, the session recorded the highest attendance for any session. 

WOW - Women Only Workshop, Club in the City

Impressions

Impressions, the art club of the IIT Alumni Center shines a light on the country’s contemporary and folk art through art shows and its signature ‘Arts and Culture’ series where members interact with popular artists. The art club was launched on 2nd October, 2013 with an art show featuring the works of Padmashri Dr. Thota Tharani.

Music Appreciation

The Center also treats its music lovers by inviting renowned musicians for workshops and sparkling conversations. Recently, the Center organized an evening of music appreciation at 'Club in the City' and invited Flute Maestro Bhaskaran, an IIT alumnus.

Members were also treated to a crash course in Jazz appreciation from renowned Indian jazz musician, Madhav Chari.

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