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Quantum Global Campus Flashes Creativity at EDGE 2011

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Students display exciting projects at the vibrant techno-cultural fest

Quantum Global Campus, an institute of excellence in the fields of engineering, technology and business studies, recently held its first techno-cultural EDGE 2011 at its campus in Roorkee.

EDGE, which stands for Engineers do a great Expo, was a feast for human senses! By providing an excellent platform to the students for unleashing their talent, the techno-cultural fest was a convergence of breath-catching competitions, project presentations, refreshing events and mind blowing performances. It was inaugurated by Dr. S.C. Saxena, Director, Indian Institute of Technology, Roorkee. 

More than 3000 students flocked at the Quantum Global Campus to participate in EDGE 2011. Projects like Plasma Speakers, Programmed Door Lock and Computerized JCB, along with 22 other engineering/technology projects, were presented by the students of Quantum Global Campus.

 

The students from both Quantum and other educational institutes revealed their creativity, intellect and youthful endeavors via an array of engaging activities and competitions including LAN Gaming, Robo Wars, Robo Car Race, Software and Website Projects. Beside these, workshops on Electronics, Computer Science and Mechanical Streams were conducted by Quantum Global’s faculties.

Along with techno-based events and competitions EDGE 2011 also comprised of a number of cultural activities such as Indian Classical Dance, Western Dance, Solo and Group Singing performances by Quantum’s students. The fest climaxed into a success with an amazing performance by Bandish band. The latter’s musical notes swayed both the students and teachers present at the institute’s campus.

Speaking on the occasion Dr. S. C. Handa, Director General, Quantum Global Campus said, “Quantum Global Campus believes in imparting quality education that matches international standards to its students. We like to nurture the talent and aspirations of the dynamic, bright and motivated youth. EDGE 2011 was incepted with the aim of providing our students a platform for sharing innovative ideas of technology and science along with imbibing cultural values in a fun-filled manner.”

About Quantum
Quantum, an institute of academic excellence, is located at Roorkee in the picturesque state of Uttarakhand. The institute seeks to provide academic, cultural and social opportunities to enhance the intellectual development of serious, highly able and motivated students. The programs are designed to provide students excellent opportunities for research and exploration in a wide array of courses, in multiple disciplines as well as interdisciplinary learning experiences.

The campus comprises of aesthetically designed buildings with excellent infrastructure, including state-of-the-art computer and internet facilities, modern workshops and labs, seminar halls, and well stocked libraries, gymnasium, sports and games fields. Dedicated campus-wide internet facility provides the opportunity to every Quantum student to be in touch with the latest in the Information Age. A committed team of faculty and staff plays an integral role in the realization of the Institution’s quest for educational excellence in IT, engineering, business studies and other emerging fields. For more information please visit http://quantumeducation.in/.

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First Published: May 20 2011 | 6:33 PM IST

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