Indian
Student Association, a registered student organization of Auburn
University has been functional over 25 years and is one of the largest
and most active student organizations. Although, it primarily aims at
helping Asian Indian students, the main focus of the organization is to
carry on a strong tradition of spreading awareness of Indian culture and
traditions, promoting cultural exchange, and embracing diversity among
all individuals and communities. This is accomplished through activities such as social and cultural events, general
body meetings, community service, and interaction with other student
organizations.
ISA aims
to help new students with the educational and social issues that they
may face at Auburn and attempts to provide them a “home away from home”.
Interactions between students and between student and the local
community are also highly encouraged.
Various
programs and activities organized by the ISA throughout the year,
averaging one every month, helps strengthen and celebrate Indian culture
while also providing a common ground for enriching relations among
students, faculty, relevant organizations, and families. A typical
calendar of the ISA includes monthly movie nights, Indian Republic Day
on January 26th, Holi or festival of colors in March, Indian
Independence Day on August 15th, Diwali or festival of lights
in Oct-Nov, bi-annual fresher’s party, bi-annual graduation party,
indoor and outdoor sports competitions, Christmas Party, classical dance
and music recitals by reputed guest artists, and a host of other events.
ISA works
with other organizations such as the International Student Organization,
Office of Diversity and Multi Cultural Affairs, the Graduate Student
Council and the University Program Council. ISA has consistently
represented Indian Students in talent shows, cultural competitions,
fairs, seminars, etc.