Kalinga Institute of Nursing Sciences (KINS), a constituent of KIIT Deemed to be University, successfully conducted the Orientation Programme for newly admitted B.Sc. Nursing 1st Semester and M.Sc. Nursing 1st Year students (2026–2027 batch) from September 7 to 12, 2026.
The orientation programme commenced with University Videos and Virtual Orientation, which provided students with an introduction to the university and its academic and extracurricular environment. This was followed by an informative session on anti-ragging, college rules and regulations, and the POSH Act, sensitizing students about a safe, respectful and disciplined campus environment
Students were introduced to various campus facilities through guided campus visits, including the Main Building, Blood Bank, KSS & KCC, Oxygen Plant, Sewage Plant, Medical College, KISS and Central Library.
The programme also included Staff Orientation, providing students with an opportunity to become familiar with the teaching and non-teaching faculty and understand the academic support available to them. Students participated in mentor–mentee interactions, where they had the opportunity to interact with their mentors and establish a supportive academic relationship
To encourage creativity, interaction and holistic development, students participated in quiz and essay activities as well as sports activities at the Indoor Stadium. These activities provided opportunities for students to interact with their peers and develop team spirit beyond the classroom
The final day of the programme focused on academic and professional orientation. The students were given an overview of the syllabus and an introduction to nursing, followed by an orientation on the SNA and TNAI programmes. A counselling session was also conducted to provide guidance and support to the newly admitted students. The programme concluded with a mentor–mentee meeting, strengthening the connection between students and their mentors.
The final day of the programme focused on academic and professional orientation. The students were given an overview of the syllabus and an introduction to nursing, followed by an orientation on the SNA and TNAI programmes. A counselling session was also conducted to provide guidance and support to the newly admitted students. The programme concluded with a mentor–mentee meeting, strengthening the connection between students and their mentors
The programme was conducted with the coordinated efforts of the faculty members, class coordinators, mentors and staff assigned for the orientation programme, contributing to the smooth and effective conduct of the various activities
