From Numbers to Innovation–The Role of Mathematics

The Department of Mathematics at PPG College of Arts & Science successfully hosted the inaugural function of the "Aryabhatta and Einstein Club" on August 5, 2026, at 2:20 PM in the II BCOM IT classroom. Organized under the guidance of Convenor Dr. C. Jenita Nancy (Head of Department) and Patron Dr. N. Muthumani (Principal), the event featured a key session titled "From Numbers to Innovation–The Role of Mathematics" delivered by Chief Guest Mr. P. Murugan, Assistant Professor from Dr. SNS Rajalakshmi College of Arts and Science, Coimbatore. The program aimed to bridge abstract mathematical concepts with real-world technological and business applications, successfully launching a dedicated student platform designed to nurture logical reasoning, problem-solving, and analytical thinking. Participating students from II BCOM IT provided highly positive feedback, praising the speaker's engaging delivery and practical examples that made mathematical principles highly relatable to their career goals. Overall, the inauguration was a resounding success, earning commendable remarks for seamlessly executing a well-structured event that inspired non-mathematics majors to appreciate and apply quantitative reasoning in their academic and professional pursuits.