After quite a buildup of anticipation, the newcomers of S.P.I.T. were officially welcomed on 5th October, “Fresher’s 2K18”. S.P.I.T.’s latest entrants were treated to a spectacular evening with dance, music, and fun in abundance.
Freshers’ is an occasion of great pride for the Student Council wherein we welcome our newly admitted students. It’s the day of happiness, warmth, laughs, and emotions. -Sahil Krishnadas, General Secretary- S.P.I.T. Student Council.
The event was set to begin in the evening right after classes. The students gathered in the quadrangle in herds eagerly waiting for it to begin. But little did they know that a special something had been planned for them, when a “flash mob” popped out. The seniors opened up with an exhilarating performance for the first year students. The mob was soon surrounded and cheered for, an excellent precursor for the evening that was to come.
To set everyone in party mode, the beloved SPIT college band took center stage and performed a couple of crowd favorites. One song after the other they went, as the entire crowd sang along with them and clapped to the beats. The audience felt a huge rush of excitement that lasted throughout the evening. An evening they would always remember.
Next up was Mr. and Ms. Fresher competition. It began with a beautiful keyboard play which was followed by a powerful martial arts demonstration. Many other candidates showcased their talents. A unique performance that won hearts was that of a formidable beatboxer from the IT branch who transformed the atmosphere. The performances that followed were equally breathtaking with each candidate better than the last. There were remarkable dances as well as exceptional musical performances and a unique stand-up comedy act.
Paras Goswami (VH1- Mumbai head), Xaen (Youtuber) and Nawaz Shaikh (Rapper) were among the esteemed panel of judges. As they took time to consider the performances, the seniors had an interactive session in which they invited volunteers to the stage to perform amusing tasks. Amidst the chorus of each branch’s support for their respective representatives, the results were announced. Mr. Fresher was bagged by Kshitij Parab, EXTC and Ms. Fresher by Riya Barwe, MCA. Soon after, Mr. Nawaz Shaikh, in all his excitement, gave the audience an engaging performance.
The royal rumble of SPIT, the Interbranch Dance followed. It was the most-awaited event of the night. As the curtains to the stage were opened the students from Computers were in formation to begin the first act. The skillful dancers took on the stage with their intricate dance moves. Their dance was followed by the ever so loud IT branch putting on a remarkable show. Their costumes stood out and their dance was cheered on by everyone. MCA put up a passionate performance elevating the energy of the crowd.
This was a succeeded by an enthralling performance put up by the students of the EXTC branch who had perfectly synchronized moves. It was an alluring performance. They made their mark with their impressive dancing skills. The final act was of the ETRX branch who kept the entertainment going for everyone, thus concluding an incredible set of performances.
In the end, it was the EXTC branch that was deservedly declared as the winners of the competition. The students of the EXTC branch ran to the stage and danced triumphantly.
I hope everyone has a very happy and an academically fulfilling journey ahead and an amazing experience at S.P.I.T.. -Sahil Krishnadas, General Secretary- S.P.I.T. Student Council.
As a perfect end to the evening, the students of SPIT were treated to a DJ night. The lights were dimmed, and all one could see around were colorful flashing lights and people who were grooving to the pulsating beats of the music, letting go and completely enjoying themselves. A few students were literally swept off their feet, lifted up on their classmates’ shoulders, and paraded around while the others danced around them. The DJ set was the cherry on top to finish off a special night that the freshers of 2018 would never forget.
Report by Sahil Sawant, Sanjana Addagarla, Ramanansri Aiyar