New team takes charge of community service club

The Rotaract Club (RaCASUG) of Apeejay Stya University (ASU), Gurugram recently welcomed a new team of enthusiastic members to take forward the club’s mission and vision of holistically serving the community and promoting sustainable development.

Vibhuti Verma from Integrated Bio-Technology 3rd year programme has been appointed as the President, bringing her strong leadership skill and vision to guide the team toward success. Shubhanker, a passionate student of Bachelor of Journalism and Mass Communication (BJMC), who is in his 3rd year, will be serving as the Vice President thereby providing his valuable support to the President and assisting other team members in decision-making processes. Aastha, a dedicated student pursuing Integrated B.Tech + M.Tech Biotechnology at the School of Biosciences has taken on the role of Secretary. She will be responsible for maintaining effective communication within the team. First year Integrated Bio-Technology student Parnika Mendiratta has been appointed as the Joint Secretary. The enthusiastic student will be collaborating with the Secretary to ensure smooth operations and coordination. Lastly, Ashita Goel, a second-year BJMC student, will be serving as the Treasurer, while overseeing the financial aspects of the organisation and ensuring transparency in monetary matters.

Driven by their motivation and determination, the new team members are eager to contribute their best to the Rotaract Club of ASU. With their varied goals, skills, and ideas, they are ready to make a difference in the community as well as uphold the values of Rotary International. Together, this diverse team aims to work collaboratively, utilising their unique skills and experiences, to achieve the club’s goal and drive it toward greater growth and success.

When asked about his vision for the club, Shubhanker, the Vice President, expressed his commitment to lead by example of Mahatma Gandhi ‘Be the change he wishes to see in the community.’ He plans to inspire fellow club members and his team by initiating personal changes that align with his vision for community development. Shubhanker envisions conducting large-scale food donation drives and providing support to street dogs, by giving them either food or shelter regularly. He aims to work closely with President Vibhuti Verma to  accomplish assigned tasks on time, and introduce fresh ideas through new events.

 Aastha, the Secretary of the Rotaract Club, stated, “As the Secretary of the Club, firstly, I would focus on effective communication by regularly sharing updates, achievements, and opportunities with club members through newsletters, emails, and social media platforms. I would also organise regular club meetings where members can share their experiences, ideas, and concerns. I wish to encourage active participation by recognising and appreciating the contributions of members. Some potential initiatives could include collaborating with local organisations to create sustainable development projects, implementing technology-driven solutions for virtual fundraising, creating an all-gender-friendly environment, and organising skill-building workshops for club members. While I am the Secretary of the Rotaract Club, my role is focused on supporting the President and the club’s activities.”

The newly appointed Treasurer Ashita Goel expressed her determination to support the club’s community service efforts by optimising the utilisation of funds. Ashita intends to maintain a budget for the club, ensuring a clear financial future and alerting the team to any potential overspending. She also discussed ideas to enhance community service efforts, which will be explored during the tenure of 2023-24.

Adding further, Dr. Vijay Kumar, the Program Coordinator of RaCASUG, expressed great satisfaction with the accomplishments of the Rotaract Club of Apeejay Stya University. He expressed, “The club has successfully fulfilled its mission of fostering a platform for youth to exchange ideas with community leaders, develop their personal and professional skills, and engage in enjoyable service activities. The current team has demonstrated excellent performance during their tenure, and I have full confidence that the team elected for 2023-24 will elevate the club’s mission to even greater heights, achieving remarkable success and leaving a lasting impact in their endeavours.”