The UHV Buddy Club Interaction with First-Year MBBS Students was held on 27th October 2025 at the SRM Medical College Hospital & Research Centre (SRM MCH & RC), Kattankulathur, under the SRM Institute of Science and Technology. The UHV Buddy Club organised the event in collaboration with the Centre for Holistic Human Health and Well-being.

The initiative was designed to promote mentorship, peer bonding, and emotional well-being among medical students. It aimed to help the newly admitted MBBS batch adapt smoothly to the academic and social environment of the institution, while fostering a culture rooted in empathy, support, and value-based learning aligned with the Universal Human Values (UHV) framework.

Highlights of the Interaction
The program, coordinated by the UHV Buddy Club, created a dynamic platform for first-year and senior MBBS students to connect meaningfully. Senior students shared valuable insights on:
● Effective study strategies and time management techniques.
● Coping with the challenges of early medical training.
Maintaining a balance between academic commitment and personal well-being.

The discussions were open and interactive, encouraging mutual respect, emotional support, and collaborative learning. Beyond academics, the seniors emphasised the importance of compassion, teamwork, and maintaining a sense of balance throughout the demanding medical journey.

The initiative reflected the UHV Buddy Club’s ongoing commitment to nurturing a value-based academic culture that blends scientific rigor with humanistic understanding.

The session proved highly effective in easing the transition of first-year MBBS students into the medical learning environment. It:
● Strengthened inter-batch relationships and peer networks.
● Boosted confidence and adaptability among new students.
● Reinforced the role of mentorship and empathy in shaping future medical professionals.
● Highlighted the relevance of holistic human growth in medical education.

The UHV Buddy Club Interaction held on 27th October 2025 at SRM MCH & RC was a meaningful initiative that bridged the gap between senior and junior students while promoting mentorship, well-being, and value-driven learning. It underscored the institution’s dedication to holistic human development, ensuring that future doctors not only excel in medicine but also embody compassion, collaboration, and humanity in their practice.

Through these events, SRM Medical College Hospital & Research Centre continues to uphold its mission of integrating excellence in education with the values that define true medical service.