PATA India Christ University Student Chapter: Alta Vista International 2024 “BEYOND THE NORMS”

 
 

Bangalore, Karnataka, India, 10th September 2024 - PATA India Christ University Student Chapter hosted the highly anticipated two-day event, Alta Vista International on the theme “BEYOND THE NORMS”. The event welcomed participation from four Student Chapters representing universities from around the globe, including PATA Philippines LPU-Manila Student Chapter, PATA India Chandigarh University Student Chapter, PATA Thailand Bangkok University Student Chapter, and PATA India IIM Sirmaur Student Chapter. The event was organized to foster collaboration and creativity among students while providing them with hands-on experience in tourism management. Through two intense rounds, participants were tasked with innovative problem-solving related to the tourism industry and national development.

Round 1: EcoVision - Movie Case Study: Each team selected a movie related to tourism and travel. These movies depicted various challenges, directly or indirectly linked to tourism or the destination. The winner for this round is the PATA India Chandigarh University Student Chapter. The 1st runner-up is the PATA Thailand Bangkok University Student Chapter, and the 2nd runner-up is the PATA India Chandigarh University Student Chapter.

Round 2: Nation Builders - Teams were assigned a theme such as futuristic, luxury, or retro. Using their assigned theme, teams designed their own country, defining its government structure, attractions, daily life, and overall character. They also created a professional promotional video to market their creation. The winner for this round is the PATA Philippines LPU-Manila Student Chapter. The 1st runner-up is the PATA India IIM Sirmaur Student Chapter, and the 2nd runner-up is the PATA India Chandigarh University Student Chapter.

The teams showcased their innovative spirit and determination throughout both rounds. Despite being from different parts of the world, the students worked with a shared vision to revolutionize the future of tourism through, creative problem-solving and sustainable practices. The main objectives of Beyond the Norms were to create synergy among students by engaging them in tourism-related activities and to provide a platform for them to experience the real dynamics of the tourism industry. Through the two rounds, students demonstrated exceptional creativity, teamwork, and practical knowledge, making the event a success.

About PATA India Christ University Student Chapter:

Founded in 2020, the PATA India Christ University Student Chapter is India’s first PATA Student Chapter. The organization is run by students of the tourism discipline of Christ (Deemed to be University) to benefit more than 250 members spanning undergraduate and postgraduate tourism programmes in the university. The members are encouraged to participate in activities hosted by the chapter, focusing on various industry concerns, including sustainability and industry development.


Reach out to PATA India CHRIST University Student Chapter:

Instagram: @pata_cu_

Facebook: @patachristuniversity

LinkedIn: @patachristuniversity

Email: patacustudentchapter@gmail.com


For more information, please contact: 

Anokha Eloyza Satheesh, Chairperson 

Email: anokha.satheesh@bba.christuniversity.in

Kimmi Garg, Secretary

Email: kimmi.garg@bbattmh.christuniversity.in

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