Welcome & Orientation 2026

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Riya Jeet
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3 mins readUpdated on Oct 8, 2026 17:00 IST
Every remarkable journey begins with a single step, and for our newest students, that journey officially began with Orientation 2026 at ARCH. The event marked the start of an exciting chapter, welcoming a new cohort into a vibrant community where creativity, innovation, and collaboration thrive. The orientation provided students with an opportunity

Every remarkable journey begins with a single step, and for our newest students, that journey officially began with Orientation 2026 at ARCH. The event marked the start of an exciting chapter, welcoming a new cohort into a vibrant community where creativity, innovation, and collaboration thrive. The orientation provided students with an opportunity to connect with faculty, mentors, and peers while gaining insight into ARCH’s culture, values, and interdisciplinary approach to design education. Through engaging interactions and inspiring conversations, students were introduced to an environment that encourages curiosity, critical thinking, and creative exploration. As they embark on this transformative journey, these aspiring designers, entrepreneurs, and changemakers are set to explore new ideas, develop meaningful skills, and shape the future through design. Orientation 2026 was more than a welcome, it was the first step toward a future filled with possibilities, purpose, and innovation.

MASTERCLASS on the Future with AI by Kishan Jagota

MASTERCLASS on the Future with AI by Kishan Jagota AI is evolving every day—but what should designers hold on to? At ARCH, students explored this question during “AI × Design: The Future of Creative Intelligence” with Krishan Jagota, Creative Strategist & Designer, Founder, Fluid. Through engaging conversations and hands-on exercises, the session explored the intersection of AI, communication and creativity, highlighting why designers must go beyond simply learning new tools. As technology advances, curiosity, critical thinking, empathy and clear communication become even more essential. Because the future of design isn’t just about using AI-it’s about knowing what to create, why it matters and how to make it meaningful.

Celebrating National Handloom Day @ARCH

Spirit of freedom, creativity and togetherness, Celebrating 80th Indian Independence Day@ARCH

This Independence Day, ARCH celebrates the spirit of freedom, creativity and togetherness that continues to shape our nation. As India marks 80 years of independence, we value our freedom to imagine uniquely, create fearlessly and transform ideas into meaningful possibilities through our designs. From vibrant campus celebrations to the boundless creativity of our students, the day reflects the energy of a new generation shaping the India of tomorrow. At ARCH, we celebrate the hands that create, the minds that innovate & the diverse spirit that unites us.

A sneak peek into Fashion Subcultures- Foundation year ARCH students’ Retro Fashion Show on Identity

ARCH Foundation students took a creative journey through the evolution of fashion subcultures, exploring how style has shaped identity, culture and self-expression across generations showcasing five Fashion Subcultures: Gothic, Hippie, Punk, Grunt & Anime. The showcase was inaugurated by Sandeep Sethi, Director, City Palace Education, in the presence of Archana Surana, Founder & Director, ARCH College. From punk and rock to other influential movements, students reinterpreted iconic subcultures through a contemporary design lens, transforming historical influences into fresh, expressive looks. The experience encouraged students to look beyond fashion as clothing—to understand it as a reflection of society, identity and a cultural change. Learning history. Reimagining culture. Creating the future.

MASTERCLASS by Khyati Sunita Meena

What does it take to turn an idea into content that connects, engages, and keeps people to come back? ARCH hosted an inspiring Masterclass with Khyati Sunita Meena Founder-Old Pencil Publication on “Create Post Repeat”, exploring the art of building impactful content & developing a consistent creative practice. The session offered students fresh insights into content creation, storytelling, visual communication, & social media thinking. Through practical perspectives & engaging conversations, students discovered how creativity can be transformed into meaningful content-one post at a time. Create with purpose. Post with confidence.

ARCH GOT TALENT: Freshers Day 2026

A vibrant start to the ARCH journey, Freshers’ Day 2026 was a lively celebration of creativity, confidence, style and talent. The day brought together our newest ARCHERS, giving them a platform to express themselves, showcase their individuality and embrace the spirit of campus life. From dazzling fashion and captivating performances to exciting talent showcases and the much-awaited titles, every moment reflected their enthusiasm and creative energy. The celebrations were filled with laughter, excitement and unforgettable memories, setting the tone for an inspiring new chapter. Freshers’ Day was not just a welcome—it was the beginning of friendships, experiences and creative journeys at ARCH. Fresher of the Year: Anika Pandey, ARCH Got Talent: Vanshika, Best Stylish: Rabia, Best Makeup: Bhakti, Best Costume: Arushi, Best Walk: Harshita, Best Singing: Anushka, Best Dancing: Khushi, Best Makeup Artist : Anshepeat with consistency.

 

The views expressed in this article are of Arch College of Design and Business and do not reflect/represent those of Shiksha. 

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