diff --git a/_posts/2024-06-30-activity-report-2023-2024.md b/_posts/2024-06-30-activity-report-2023-2024.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..d12d4b4 --- /dev/null +++ b/_posts/2024-06-30-activity-report-2023-2024.md @@ -0,0 +1,82 @@ +--- +title: Activity Report of SKIP 2023/2024 +alt_title: What has SKIP been busy with under the academic year 2023/2024? +sub_title: An overview of the achievements and activities of the Student Association. + +author: + name: SKIP +comments: false +--- + +![Heading Banner](/assets/posts/activity-report-2023-2024/banner.png) + +Here is, above all, a brief summary of the activities and achievements of SKIP +during the academic year 2023/2024. You can find a more detailed **report** +[here](/assets/posts/activity-report-2023-2024/report.pdf). + +## Guest Lectures + +SKIP organised a series of insightful **guest lectures**, featuring prominent +speakers like Ludvig Gee from **Reddit** and Dimitris Platis on ChatGPT and the +OpenAI API. These lectures enriched the academic experience of our members, +offering fresh perspectives on industry trends and innovations. + +![GPT Guest Lecture](/assets/posts/activity-report-2023-2024/GPT_collage_poster.webp) +![Reddit Guest Lecture](/assets/posts/activity-report-2023-2024/reddit-guest-lecture.webp) + +## Community Engagement Events + +To foster a sense of camaraderie among members, SKIP hosted several +**community-building events**A notable example was our Pizza Night and Meet and +Greet sessions, which were well-received and provided a relaxed atmosphere for +networking. Additionally, our collaboration with OOPSEX sexmästerie for the +Board Game & Movie Night was a huge success, bringing together members for an +evening of fun and socialising. + +![Pizza Night](/assets/posts/activity-report-2023-2024/pizza-night.webp) + +## Collaborative Events + +SKIP worked closely with other student associations to create unique events. +The **Gingerbread** event, co-hosted with GUWIT, and the March Game Jam, in +collaboration with Natasha Mangan, stood out as prime examples of creativity +and teamwork, offering participants opportunities to engage in hands-on +activities and strengthen their collaborative skills. + +![Gingerbread Event](/assets/posts/activity-report-2023-2024/gingerbread-event.webp) + +![Game Jam](/assets/posts/activity-report-2023-2024/game-jam.webp) + +## Industry Interaction + +The **SystemWeaver Hackathon** was a highlight of the year, bridging the gap +between academia and industry. The event included an introductory lecture from +company employees followed by a hands-on hackathon, providing invaluable +real-world experience for our members. + +![SystemWeaver Hackathon](/assets/posts/activity-report-2023-2024/systemweaver-hackathon.webp) + +## Online Presence & Communication + +SKIP launched a new website *www.skipgu.org* serving as a central hub for +information about the organisation and its events. Our enhanced social media +presence on platforms like Instagram, LinkedIn, and Discord has significantly +increased our outreach and visibility within the student community. + +## GitHub Organization & Resources + +The creation of the [*"Past Exams"*](https://githubom/skipgu/past-exams) +repository has been particularly impactful, offering students easy access to +past exams, which are crucial for academic preparation. Additionally, we've set +up an Arduino Component Inventory and Borrowing System to facilitate hands-on +learning in IoT technology and Embedded Systems: [IoT Kits](https://skipgurg/skip-iot-kit/). + +In summary, the fiscal year 2023/2024 was marked by a range of successful +events, activities, and initiatives undertaken by SKIP, aimed at promoting +academic excellence, community engagement, and professional development among +its members. Despite challenges and setbacks, SKIP remains committed to its +mission of fostering a vibrant and inclusive academic community. + +Michal Spano,
+Chairman of SKIP 2023/2024
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