The Red Ribbon Club (RRC) at Nandha College of Nursing is a voluntary on-campus initiative supported by the government that aims to spread awareness about HIV/AIDS and promote healthy living among students. The club is committed to building a society that is sensitive to the health challenges faced by communities and individuals.
Key Activities:
Organizing HIV/AIDS awareness campaigns through seminars, rallies, and workshops.
Conducting blood donation drives in collaboration with local hospitals and blood banks.
Hosting health camps for students and the community to promote awareness on topics like safe sex, hygiene, and nutrition.
Engaging in community outreach programs to educate people about HIV prevention and health care.
Youth Red Cross (YRC)
The Youth Red Cross (YRC) unit at Nandha College of Nursing is dedicated to promoting humanitarian values, community service, and health awareness among students. Through various programs and activities, YRC encourages students to actively participate in relief work, health services, and disaster management.
Key Activities:
Providing disaster relief support and participating in emergency preparedness drills.
Organizing first aid training programs to equip students with essential life-saving skills.
Conducting health and hygiene awareness drives in nearby communities, particularly focusing on vulnerable populations.
Engaging in blood donation camps and promoting organ donation awareness.
Promoting volunteerism and leadership among students to foster a spirit of community service.
Eco Club
The Eco Club at Nandha College of Nursing focuses on fostering environmental awareness and promoting sustainable practices within the college and the community. The club engages students in various eco-friendly initiatives that aim to protect and preserve the environment.
Key Activities:
Organizing tree plantation drives to green the campus and surrounding areas.
Conducting cleanliness campaigns such as waste management, recycling programs, and campus clean-up drives.
Promoting energy conservation by encouraging the use of eco-friendly resources and energy-efficient practices.
Hosting awareness sessions on environmental issues such as climate change, water conservation, and pollution.
Celebrating environmental days like Earth Day, World Environment Day, and Wildlife Conservation Week.
National Service Scheme (NSS)
The National Service Scheme (NSS) unit at Nandha College of Nursing is a student-centered, community service organization that encourages students to actively participate in social service and contribute to the welfare of society. The NSS motto, "Not Me, But You," reflects the spirit of selfless service that the program aims to instill in its volunteers.
Key Activities:
Organizing social welfare programs in rural and underprivileged communities, including health camps, literacy drives, and sanitation campaigns.
Conducting awareness programs on public health issues, nutrition, cleanliness, and disease prevention.
Participating in disaster relief efforts and providing aid during natural calamities.
Hosting blood donation camps, eye camps, and free medical check-ups for the community.
Promoting the importance of volunteerism by engaging students in community service projects.
student nurses’ association (SNA)
The Student Nurses’ Association of India (SNAI) is an affiliated association of the student nurses under the umbrella of TNAI. The main purpose behind the establishment of SNAI was to uphold the dignity and to promote a team spirit among students with professional ethics. It was established in the year of 1998 at Nandha College of Nursing.
objectives:
a) To help the students to uphold the dignity of the profession.
b) To promote team spirit among students for common goal.
c) To help the students to develop professional ethics.
d) To encourage students to gain positive attitude towards the nursing profession
e) To encourage the students to develop leadership quality and effective communication skills for overall development.
f) To encourage students to participate and compete in various events at state, regional and national conferences.