FLO Hyderabad, under the leadership of Chairperson Seetha Reddy Gaddam, hosted a Workshop on Stress Management and STEM for the students of Government Polytechnic College, Ameerpet (Mathuranagar), Hyderabad, by FLO member Kanika Jain. The session addressed two interconnected themes: emotional resilience and STEM awareness.
On stress management, students were introduced to mindfulness techniques, digital journaling, and evidence-based tools to maintain focus during academic pressures. The STEM segment highlighted career pathways in engineering, technology, research, and entrepreneurship, reinforcing the essential role of STEM skills in adapting to evolving industries and global challenges.
Key Takeaways
– Practical mindfulness strategies and tools to manage academic stress and maintain emotional balance.
– Insights into building a positive mindset, sustaining motivation, and enhancing focus during challenging situations.
– Understanding of how STEM integrates across disciplines to address real-world problems and global challenges.
– Exposure to diverse career pathways in engineering, technology, research, and entrepreneurship.
– An interactive experience fostering curiosity, critical thinking, and confidence in STEM and personal well-being.
Impact & Outcome
Around 175 students benefited from this session due to its interactive format, which encouraged curiosity, confidence, and critical thinking among participants. Overall, the interactive session equipped government college students with practical stress-management techniques and introduced them to STEM career pathways, fostering both emotional resilience and academic ambition among young women.