Minutes of SAC EM-01 (09/01/2022)

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Dated: 09/01/2022

Minutes of SAC EM-01 (09/01/2022)

A SAC Emergency Meeting was conducted on 09th January 2022, at 11:00 am IST, with the sole agenda of Campus Rejoin. The queries raised were as follows:

  • What is the count of cases on campus?

There are 13-14 cases, but these students were detected during the institutional quarantine and moved to the International Hostel. If any students want to get tested, don't hesitate to contact your SAC Councillor.

  • What is the treatment given to the Covid patients?

Once they have tested positive, the students are moved to IH. The Hostel itself bears the student's quarantine expenses (medicine and such). The students will only have to pay for the PCR and the food (a nutritious diet)

  • Can international students be quarantined in hostels for a week?

Yes, these students can quarantine in the hostels for a week. An RT-PCR test will be taken on the 8th day, and they can upload it wherever necessary.

  • Are there restrictions to travel out of the campus?

The restrictions were relaxed as per the student's demand earlier. So far, there aren't any restrictions to go out once they have gotten permission. The students are advised not to leave the campus unless required. The restrictions can be made even more stringent if deemed necessary.

  • Will the students be asked to return to campus if there is a lockdown?

It depends on the situation and can't be guaranteed. Students can be accommodated on campus, but the restrictions will be stricter. Students travelling from places with lockdown can receive permission from the Director to travel to the campus.

  • What protocol do primary contacts have to follow?

The primary contacts need to self-monitor and inform the concerned people if they show any symptoms.

Requests to be put forth:

  • B20 Councillors requested provisions to accommodate B20s who have already booked their tickets. HAS has informed that provisions for these students can be discussed.
  • A request to make the entry window for M21 more flexible were raised.

Suggestions :

  • Students who leave the campus can be quarantined for a day.  
  • A hybrid model of education was put forth by the councillors. A survey for the opinion of the students will be released.
  • Random Testing should be done.
  • A private agency to set up a testing facility on campus.
  • A detailed guideline for the Covid Protocols should be made.
  • A monitoring system for students who are tested
  • Leave relaxations to be made available for students who test positive. (Especially for PG-PhD students who have stipend)

Other:

Stipend for PG students as they have to pay the hostel fees and such.

Internet Facilities on Campus.

  • a request for a private network was put forth by the HODs
  • for placements and interviews. TnP has a private network. Students who face network issues during interviews and such can put forth a request for the same
  • classrooms will be provided with internet facilities, and students who have network issues for academic purposes.

Students are reminded to follow the covid protocols and not leave the campus unless necessary. Any further changes or updates will be informed by the administration.

Warm Regards,

Sanath Santhosh Albin P James

Speaker Deputy Speaker

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