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ACM Student Chapter

The ACM Student Chapter at Amrita School of Engineering, Bengaluru is a professional student-driven community dedicated to advancing computing knowledge, technical excellence, and innovation among students. As a chapter affiliated with the Association for Computing Machinery (ACM), the world’s largest computing society, the club bridges the gap between academic learning and industry-oriented skills. The chapter provides a platform for students to explore emerging technologies, engage in hands-on learning, participate in research-oriented discussions, and collaborate on impactful projects. Through workshops, hackathons, coding events, speaker sessions, and peer learning initiatives, the ACM Student Chapter fosters problem-solving skills, leadership qualities, and a strong technical foundation.

basic Information

Club Name: ACM Student Chapter – Amrita School of Engineering, Bengaluru
Faculty Mentor(s): Dr. Niharika Panda
Student Coordinator(s): Keerthana Menon, Durga Lasya, Manvith Reddy
School / Department: School of Computing and Artificial Intelligence, Amrita School of Engineering, Bengaluru

Vision

ACM Student Chapter

To nurture a vibrant computing community that inspires innovation, research, and lifelong learning in the field of computer science.

Mission

ACM Student Chapter

  • To promote technical excellence and professional growth among students through ACM-aligned activities.
  • To provide exposure to cutting-edge technologies, research trends, and industry practices.
  • To encourage collaboration, creativity, and ethical computing for societal impact.

Focus AreAS

ACM Student Chapter

Primary Domain
  • Computer Science & Engineering, (Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Data Science, Cybersecurity, Software Development, Competitive Programming)
Key Objectives
  • To strengthen core computing concepts through workshops and hands-on sessions
  • To encourage participation in coding competitions, hackathons, and research activities
  • To build a collaborative learning ecosystem connecting students, faculty, and industry experts

Activities & Events

ACM Student Chapter

Flagship Event: Algomania

Algomania – an annual flagship coding competition organized by the ACM Student Chapter, designed to enhance logical thinking, teamwork, and problem-solving skills through innovative formats such as Blind Coding and Relay Coding, conducted on industry-standard competitive programming platforms.

Coding Competitions & Challenges

Organization of competitive programming events like Algomania, featuring team-based problem-solving rounds that test adaptability, collaboration, and technical proficiency.

Workshops & Seminars

Conducting technical seminars such as the Seminar on Overleaf and LaTeX, introducing students to professional research documentation tools, collaborative writing, and academic best practices.

Outreach & Foundational Coding Events

Jointly organizing beginner-focused events like the Scratch Code Challenge to introduce school students to coding concepts through interactive, hands-on learning experiences.

Collaborative Interdisciplinary Events

Partnering with campus clubs to organize events such as Byte Roots – Think Green, Code Clean!, blending technology with sustainability through quizzes, treasure hunts, and hackathon-style challenges.

Expert Interaction & Mentorship

Hosting sessions featuring industry professionals and alumni to provide real-world insights, career guidance, and motivation to student participants.

Achievements

ACM Student Chapter

Awards/ Recognitions

Successful organization of high-impact technical events with strong student participation across undergraduate and school-level audiences. 

Recognition for fostering collaborative learning through interdisciplinary and inter-club initiatives within the campus. 

Active engagement with ACM and ACM-W initiatives promoting technical excellence and academic professionalism. 

Notable Projects

Design and execution of structured competitive programming events using platforms like HackerRank. 

Development of introductory coding curricula and challenge-based learning modules for school students. 

Promotion of research-oriented practices through LaTeX and Overleaf training sessions supporting academic writing and documentation. 

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