EPIC

About

The EPIC Student Club, short for Economics & Public Policy Inquiry Club, was
established with the objective of fostering awareness, discussion, and
practical engagement among students on key issues related to economics and
public policy. The club serves as a vibrant platform for intellectual exchange,
collaborative learning, and applied research in these fields.
The EPIC Club was conceptualized in 2024 to bridge the gap between
classroom learning and real-world policy discourse. From its inception, EPIC
has aimed to cultivate analytical thinking and evidence-based decision-making
skills among students. The founding team recognized the growing importance
of economic literacy and policy awareness for future leaders and sought to
create a student-led body that could drive meaningful initiatives.
The club is currently guided by Faculty Coordinator: Prof. Anilkumar M.

The core student members include:
• Mahak Tomar (Batch: 2023-2025)
• Nanda Reddy (Batch: 2023-2025)
• Saksham (Batch: 2023-2025)
• Anjali Keshri (Batch: 2023-2025)
• Preetham (Batch: 2022-2024)
• Vineeth (Batch: 2022-2024)

EPIC’s mission is to encourage students to critically analyze economic and
policy issues, contribute to informed debate, and engage with practitioners in
the field. Its objectives include:

• Organizing seminars, talks, and panel discussions with industry and
policy experts.
• Conducting research-based activities and publishing student-led
articles or briefs.
• Encouraging participation in policy simulations, debates, and
competitions.
• Building networks with external academic and policy-oriented
organizations.
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Key Activities and Milestones
EPIC’s activities center on producing high-quality policy briefs, fostering
academic rigor, and engaging stakeholders through collaborative events.
• Public Policy Debate (Inter-Collegiate Competition) – Hosted on 5th
February 2025 as part of the Perception event, featuring 7 competing
teams from various institutions.

Branding

EPIC places strong emphasis on visibility and credibility:
• Logo Design – The EPIC logo features a circular design with a goldoutlined globe and question mark, symbolizing global inquiry. A wavelike line and bold "EPIC" text in gold reflect dynamic economic and
policy exploration. The blue gradient background adds trust and
professionalism, aligning with the Economics & Public Policy Inquiry
Club's mission.
Impact and Future Directions
The club has strengthened students’ critical thinking, research abilities, and
communication skills. Looking ahead, EPIC plans to:
• Increase the frequency of Policy debates.
• Increase the frequency of policy brief publications.
• Host thematic policy hackathons to encourage innovative solutions to
real-world issues.