Epic.U: A game changer in your online learning journey 

In the age of digital learning, where classrooms are as boundless as the Internet itself, we acknowledge the need for a space that nurtures the online learning community.  A space where learners from all corners of the globe can connect, collaborate, share insights, and grow together-obviously, non-academic interaction. This has given rise to an innovative concept: a social media platform dedicated to online learners. Digital learning is at par with on-campus learning today, so there is a need for online learners to have social interactions. You can stay connected with your peers and classmates wherever you are. 

Epic.U: An overview

Our blog post today will take you through the intricacies of our in-house community networking platform- Epic.U. Through our in-house networking app, you can establish connections, engage in discussions, and stay in touch with online learners across geographies. Epic.U allows for greater peer-to-peer interaction, helping learners engage with each other regularly. As an online learner with Online Manipal, you can participate in weekly meetups & challenges and engage in healthy conversations. You can explore various communities based on your interests, domains, and topics.  

With Epic.U, Online Manipal aims to create an interactive platform, to ensure online learners are able to engage and interact with each other outside of academics. Here’s a glimpse into all that you can do by joining Epic.U. 

Become an Epic.U legend! 

Your story goes beyond your work, education and the place you come from. Your story is an embodiment of your journey, struggles, triumphs, and all that it took to be where you are. With Epic.U, you can share your unique stories and connect with your peers on a more personal level. You can represent an unfiltered version of yourself, and your story might turn out to be inspirational to others.  

Join a fun fresher’s party 

Epic.U holds a fresher’s party every time a new batch is inducted. This allows you to get to know your peers, classmates, and batchmates and create a bond that is essential through your online learning journey. You can also participate in some fun games.

Become a part of fun groups 

Epic.U is a community networking platform solely run by online learners. Our online learners already have a number of groups created on varied interests and topics, which you can join. From talent groups, fitness zones, meme zones, career growth to food zones, you can engage in fun conversations through these groups. The “Events zone” section gives you information about the upcoming events and programs that will be held and how to participate in them. Also, Epic.U hosts weekly events in which learners can participate. They also get the opportunity to host or co-host these events.  

Write your heart out 

If you are an avid writer, then Online Manipal gives you an opportunity to pen down your thoughts in the form of blogs. As an online learner, you can write blogs on various topics and share them on Epic.U. You can also participate in the blog contests organized by us, wherein you’d be given a topic to write about, and your blog will be published on the official Online Manipal website. 

Check out the blog written by our online learners 

How to balance online learning and personal/work life 

Flaunt your talents 

Epic.U gives you an opportunity to unveil your talents and give the spotlight that you truly deserve. We organize talent shows, wherein you can celebrate your potential in its rawest form. It’s not just about winning or losing, but about the courage to put yourself out there. This also allows you to connect with peers who share similar talents to yours.  

Participate in skill sessions 

A virtual classroom is usually more diverse than a physical classroom. You get to meet peers who are from diverse backgrounds and work experiences. Through regular live skill sessions, your peers from top organizations interact with you to help you grow professionally and personally. This motivates you to upskill and cross-skill.  

Open up in mental wellness sessions 

Epic.U takes pride in promoting mental wellness by creating a platform where mental health is given utmost importance. As an online learner, you can open up like never before in a safe space and share your candid thoughts. We organize sessions around crucial life aspects that allow you to judge the importance of mental wellbeing in your professional life. 

Check out the details of updated features in Epic.U 2.0 

Bottom line 

Epic.U as a powerful tool for online learners, a virtual hub where knowledge, experiences, and insights converge. It’s a forum that promotes dynamic peer-to-peer learning, facilitates healthy discussions, and provides invaluable feedback, thereby enriching the overall learning experience. In this digital age, where the boundaries of classrooms are being redrawn, we hope to ensure online learning is as engaging, collaborative, and effective as its traditional counterpart, through Epic.U.