Maalam P.O., Manarcaud Marian News Kottayam, Kerala - 686 031 Tel: 0481-2373383, 2374483 Email: [email protected] l www.stmaryscollege.ac.in Newsletter of St. Mary's College, Manarcaud. Vol. 2. No. 4. June 2018
From the Principal's Desk Prof. Jacob George Memorial Lecture
It’s a pleasure to welcome Prof. Jacob George Memorial Lecture was organized on March 22 by the Dept. of Physics. New everyone to this new College Manager very Rev. Fr. Kuriakose Kalayil was given a warm welcome by the College academic year. Fresh community, during the Lecture and he presided over the function. Smt. Gracy K. Jacob, former beginnings... new hopes... Prof. of Physics Dept. delivered the memorial speech. MG University Former PRO and Jaivam new aspirations... It's also a coordinator Sri. G. Sreekumar delivered the keynote address. World Water Day celebration gentle reminder that and an inter collegiate power point presentation competition was also organized in the graduation is the turning afternoon session. College Principal Dr. Punnen Kurian, College Governing Board Secretary point in the life of each and Shan T. John, Asst. Prof. Sherry Mathews and College Chairman Sachu Saji delivered the felicitations. every student. As a fresher, you will be challenged intellectually, enriched academically, and rewarded, both personally and professionally. We ensure the best possible teaching resources, practical exposure and training methods which will mould your life and career for a challenging world out there. In our College, we have several programmes aimed at inspiring the minds, improving the intellectual capacity, and building characters which our students will treasure for their lifetime. Additionally, we endeavor to inculcate social values and principles of personal excellence and care for others through the Care, Share, Learn Project, the village adoption programme of our College. They are noble platforms that provide amazing opportunities for students and faculty to experience community development - being a lifetime experience rather than mere academic exercise. Farewell - Retired Faculty 2017-'18 Not only in academics, students should try to excel in extra-curricular and co-curricular On February 6, 2018 a meeting was conducted to bid farewell to the retiring teaching and non-teaching activities, and bring laurels to their alma staff. Smt. Gracey Karimpanoor, President Manarcuad Grama Panchayat was the Chief Guest. Former mater. A college degree does not signify that College Manager very Rev. Fr. Kuriakose Karukayil presided over the function. College Governing Board one is a finished product but just an indication Members, present and former teaching and non-teaching staff and students of the College were present. that the person is prepared to begin his career path. I request the students to utilize these The sincere services of former Principals Prof. Anna John & Prof. E.K. Kuriakose, Prof. Suja Susan George, entire avenues to its maximum and be a Lab Assistants Babu T. Cherian and Mr. Kuruvilla Kunju were remembered with gratitude. responsible person. We have opportunities to embrace thoughtful changes and to affirm our core values in ways that fulfill this Institution’s enduring promise to its students and to the world. It is my great privilege to be with you in all your endeavors. Thank you very much. Dr. Punnen Kurian Principal Career Orientation Class
Under the Career Placement Cell of the College a One Day Orientation Seminar was organized on March 12, 2018. The programme was led by Mr. Mathews Geevarghese of MG University Career Cell.
Asso. Prof. E.K. Kuriakose Asso. Prof. Suja Susan George Asso. Prof. Anna John Sri. Babu T. Cherian Sri. Kuruvilla Kunju M.K. Former Principal & HOD, Dept.of Chemistry HOD, Dept. of Malayalam Former Principal & HOD, Dept.of Zoology Lab Assistant Lab Assistant
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World Women's Day Jack Fruit Festival Hridyam History Association
As part of World Women's Day, the Women's Cell of the College, The NSS Unit of the College under the 'Care, Under Care, Share and Learn project, the Chemistry Department of the College organized a History Association conducted a programme titled "Bake a Day". The programme Share and Learn Project' organized a Jack Fruit programme 'Hridyam' on March 21. Under this programme, housewives were given training to inauguration was held which was a venture under care, share and learn project, Festival on May 26, 2018. The programme was prepare cloth whitener, toilet cleaner, liquid soap and soap powder. Prof. Lincykutty Philip, on February 1, 2018. taught 30 home makers of IX ward of Manarcaud Panchayat to envisaged to create awareness about good Former HOD, Department of Chemistry led the class. Mr. Biju Thomas, Panchayath Member Dr. Johnson George, prepare different varieties of cake. The class enabled the organically cultivated indigenous varieties of coordinated the class. Research Guide & participants to bake cakes in their own homes and market it in fruits and vegetables for home consumption. Seminar Lecturer, their neighbouring areas. Dr. Jiji Thomas, Coordinator of the 17 food items made of Jack fruit, the State fruit Monash University, Women's Cell, conducted the cooking class. Mr. Biju Thomas, of Kerala, were prepared under the Australia inaugurated the Panchayat Member was also present. A flash mob and food fest supervision of Mr. Omanakuttan (Traditional association and delivered were arranged by the inmates of the hostel on the same day. Cooking Expert & Water Authority Staff). the keynote address. Among them the prominent were: Chakkamullu Thoran, Koonjil Pickle, Chakini Fry, Jackfruit Payasam and Chakkamadal Ularthiyathu. Around 30 housewives participated in the programme. Mr. Biju Thomas, Panchayat Member was also present. A Jack Fruit dish cooking competition was organized as part of the programme and prizes were distributed to the winners. National Science Day Resonances of Rangzen
As part of National Science Day, the department Under the auspices of the Department of of Physics organized a one day seminar "Green English, an interactive session and talk with famous Tibetan Poet, Tenzin Tsundu - was Energy for Sustainable Development''. organized on February 21, 2018. Mrs. Liziamma Baby, Kottayam District College Day Panchayat Member inaugurated the seminar. The identity crisis and rootlessness faced by Dr. Sibi K S (Department of Physics, Kerala the Tibetans were explained. Sharing his own personal experiences, the poet could throw a The College Day was celebrated on March 5, 2018. Mr. Prasannan Anikkadu, Chairman, Kerala University) and Dr. Sunish K.S. (Department of Cartoon Academy was the Chief Guest. Dr. Punnen Kurian, Principal presided over the function. light into the harsh realities of the Tibetan Dr. P.U. Mary, HOD, Dept. of Commerce, College Union Chairman Sachu Saji and Gen. Secy. Sarath Chemistry, CMS College, Kottayam) led the exile life. P. Saji were also present. The retiring staff were honoured during the function by the College morning session. The afternoon session which Union. Prizes for the winners of Arts and Sports Fest were also distributed. was open for the public was led by Mr. Sani B. Mattom (Retd. KSEB. AE). The programme which was supported by KSCSTE was conducted as a part of Care, Share and Learn project.
Organic Farming - Season of Harvest
Organic farming on terrace using grow bags from flex wastes: The volunteers of National Service Scheme under Jaivam-2017 implemented organic farming on the terrace of the College using Physics Association more than a hundred special handmade grow bags made from flex waste. These grow bags were Physics Association was inaugurated on made by the volunteers. The volunteers took great effort in making the project come true by February 23, 2018 by Dr. Sreelatha, Assoc. making grow bags and producing organic fertilizers like jeevamritam. This farming has two Prof. Department of Physics, Govt. College, highlights: waste management by the use of flex waste and organic farming method of crop and Nattakom. Her class on Solar Cells was indeed livestock production. The student volunteers have been assigned to take care of the vegetables beneficial to all. The afternoon session on day basis. The project is coordinated by Volunteer Secretaries Anal Kurian and Krishnapriya showcased varied programmes by students. under the supervision of the College Principal Dr. Punnen Kurian, Programme Officers Asst. Professors Tony Francis and Susan Bincy Andrews.
The programme was beneficial for the public in getting awareness regarding the importance of saving energy. An exhibition, organized as part of the programme, explained the operating principle of a range of non-conventional energy resources, materials used, characterization, and key performance characteristics.
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World Women's Day Jack Fruit Festival Hridyam History Association
As part of World Women's Day, the Women's Cell of the College, The NSS Unit of the College under the 'Care, Under Care, Share and Learn project, the Chemistry Department of the College organized a History Association conducted a programme titled "Bake a Day". The programme Share and Learn Project' organized a Jack Fruit programme 'Hridyam' on March 21. Under this programme, housewives were given training to inauguration was held which was a venture under care, share and learn project, Festival on May 26, 2018. The programme was prepare cloth whitener, toilet cleaner, liquid soap and soap powder. Prof. Lincykutty Philip, on February 1, 2018. taught 30 home makers of IX ward of Manarcaud Panchayat to envisaged to create awareness about good Former HOD, Department of Chemistry led the class. Mr. Biju Thomas, Panchayath Member Dr. Johnson George, prepare different varieties of cake. The class enabled the organically cultivated indigenous varieties of coordinated the class. Research Guide & participants to bake cakes in their own homes and market it in fruits and vegetables for home consumption. Seminar Lecturer, their neighbouring areas. Dr. Jiji Thomas, Coordinator of the 17 food items made of Jack fruit, the State fruit Monash University, Women's Cell, conducted the cooking class. Mr. Biju Thomas, of Kerala, were prepared under the Australia inaugurated the Panchayat Member was also present. A flash mob and food fest supervision of Mr. Omanakuttan (Traditional association and delivered were arranged by the inmates of the hostel on the same day. Cooking Expert & Water Authority Staff). the keynote address. Among them the prominent were: Chakkamullu Thoran, Koonjil Pickle, Chakini Fry, Jackfruit Payasam and Chakkamadal Ularthiyathu. Around 30 housewives participated in the programme. Mr. Biju Thomas, Panchayat Member was also present. A Jack Fruit dish cooking competition was organized as part of the programme and prizes were distributed to the winners. National Science Day Resonances of Rangzen
As part of National Science Day, the department Under the auspices of the Department of of Physics organized a one day seminar "Green English, an interactive session and talk with famous Tibetan Poet, Tenzin Tsundu - was Energy for Sustainable Development''. organized on February 21, 2018. Mrs. Liziamma Baby, Kottayam District College Day Panchayat Member inaugurated the seminar. The identity crisis and rootlessness faced by Dr. Sibi K S (Department of Physics, Kerala the Tibetans were explained. Sharing his own personal experiences, the poet could throw a The College Day was celebrated on March 5, 2018. Mr. Prasannan Anikkadu, Chairman, Kerala University) and Dr. Sunish K.S. (Department of Cartoon Academy was the Chief Guest. Dr. Punnen Kurian, Principal presided over the function. light into the harsh realities of the Tibetan Dr. P.U. Mary, HOD, Dept. of Commerce, College Union Chairman Sachu Saji and Gen. Secy. Sarath Chemistry, CMS College, Kottayam) led the exile life. P. Saji were also present. The retiring staff were honoured during the function by the College morning session. The afternoon session which Union. Prizes for the winners of Arts and Sports Fest were also distributed. was open for the public was led by Mr. Sani B. Mattom (Retd. KSEB. AE). The programme which was supported by KSCSTE was conducted as a part of Care, Share and Learn project.
Organic Farming - Season of Harvest
Organic farming on terrace using grow bags from flex wastes: The volunteers of National Service Scheme under Jaivam-2017 implemented organic farming on the terrace of the College using Physics Association more than a hundred special handmade grow bags made from flex waste. These grow bags were Physics Association was inaugurated on made by the volunteers. The volunteers took great effort in making the project come true by February 23, 2018 by Dr. Sreelatha, Assoc. making grow bags and producing organic fertilizers like jeevamritam. This farming has two Prof. Department of Physics, Govt. College, highlights: waste management by the use of flex waste and organic farming method of crop and Nattakom. Her class on Solar Cells was indeed livestock production. The student volunteers have been assigned to take care of the vegetables beneficial to all. The afternoon session on day basis. The project is coordinated by Volunteer Secretaries Anal Kurian and Krishnapriya showcased varied programmes by students. under the supervision of the College Principal Dr. Punnen Kurian, Programme Officers Asst. Professors Tony Francis and Susan Bincy Andrews.
The programme was beneficial for the public in getting awareness regarding the importance of saving energy. An exhibition, organized as part of the programme, explained the operating principle of a range of non-conventional energy resources, materials used, characterization, and key performance characteristics.
2 Marian News - 2018 Marian News - 2018 3 ST. MARY'S COLLEGE MANARCAUD Seminar College Library Farewell to Senior Students A Seminar for financial management by SEBI As part of Care, Share and Learn Project the Farewell was given to Degree final year was organized for students of the College Library organized a one day workshop students of English and Chemistry on March Departments of History and Chemistry on for local librarians on March 3, 2018 on the 1st and 2nd 2018. On 23rd April MCom Final February 15 and February 17. Mr. Shinto topic "Effective Library Management". Year students were also given farewell. Sebastian led the seminar. The College Library extended its support to its Shasthrayan Sky Watching Students of various departments participated A sky watching programme was organized on in the Shasthrayan Open House programme March 27, 2018 by the Department of Physics, organized by MG University in association along with Break Through Society. with RUSA on February 26 & 27, 2018. Arrangements were made for the students and public to watch stars, with the help of Annual Planning Workshop telescope. neighbourhood by conducting a workshop for Mr. Thankachan, retired faculty, RIT Pampady, On May 22 an Annual planning workshop for Librarians. Schools, Special School, Technical Mr. Thankappan an amateur astronomer, Dr. all HOD's was arranged. During the workshop & Public Librarians were the target M.G. Chandrasekaran Nair and Shri. P. Sivan a rough sketch of all College activities during participants. Sessions were led by Mr. Saji K. took elaborate and inspiring instructions on the academic year 2018-'19 was planned. Vettathu, Librarian, College of Engineering, sky and moon watching. Dr. R. Haresh, HOD, Kidangoor. and Shirley David, College Dept. of Physics coordinated the programme. Dark Football Librarian. Dark Football held at BTS Engineering College ASAP Tour Koothattukulam. IInd Prize: Abbin Joseph (D1 English) & Aswin On February 28 ASAP Students went for tour P. Raj (D2 Chemistry). IIIrd Prize: Shabeer Ali to Wonder la, along with ASAP coordinator, (M2 MCom) & Sijumon Abraham (D2 BCom). Astt. Prof Saneeju M Salu and Asst. Prof. Manjusha C. G. Sports Week Maths Club Inauguration Feb 23-28 - was celebrated as sports week. Various competitions were held. Department The Maths Club, ZIGMA was inaugurated by Dr. of commerce won the overall championship. Varghese Jacob, Assoc. Professor, Government Department of Chemistry and Department of college, Nattakom on 14-03-2018.The mission Stephen Hawking Day Physics were declared as the 1st and 2nd of the Club is to foster a community of students runner up. around a common interest in Mathematics. On March 15, Stephen Hawking remembrance Club members will have opportunities to day was organized by Physics Department. apply and improve math skills by participating Stephen William Hawking was famous English in math competitions and learning circles. The theoretical physicist, cosmologist and author. members will learn about interesting careers in maths related fields and engage in activities Paper Presentation that promote the appreciation and pursuit of 4Dr. Punnen Kurian presented a paper Mathematics. "Environmental Challenges in relation to Sustainable Development Goals" in the National Seminar organised by School of NCC Activities Legal Thought' on February 16. 4BCom final year students won champion- The activities of NCC unit came to a grand ship for Treasure Hunt at B.K. College finale with farewell program and Rank Amalagiri and Second prize for IPL Auction Handing over Ceremony conducted on 30th at MA College Ramapuram. April 2018 in the College auditorium. In the 4Book Review: Ashiq S. of D3 English meeting preside over by Dr. Punnen Kurian, reviewed the book How Successful People Principal, Aadarsh B. (D3 Physics) was Grow by John C. Maxwell Books in May 2018 decorated as SUO of College NCC Unit . Vinod M edition of Emerging Kerala business magazine . (D3 Physics) and Namitha Regunath (D3 Physics) will be Under Officers for SD and SW respectively. 21 cadets cleared the Congr atulat ions... B Certificate Exam and 14 cadets cleared C Certificate Exam. Anju M., Jithin P. Abraham Winners of MG University Youth Festival and and Shaijo Joshy acquired high grade in Champions of v arious sports ev ents were C Certificate Exam. congratulated on March 22, 2018. Ramdas K.S. won 2nd place in Bharatanatyam, 3rd place in Ottamthullal and 'A' grade in Kerala Nadanam, Kuchipudi and Folk Dance. Aashik S. scored 'A' grade in Hindi Recitation and Anjana Krishna scored 'A' grade in Akshara Shlokam competition. The Kho-kho team members who won MG University Kho-kho Championship and 3rd place in All Kerala Games Championship were also congratulated. Ramdas K.S. receiving award from MG University Vice-Chancellor for scoring highest points among male participants in the MG University Youth Festival
4 Marian News - 2018 Editorial Board: Ms. Elizabeth Zachariah (Asst. Prof) & Sri. Thomas Mathew (Dept. of English). Published by: Dr. Punnen Kurien, Principal, St. Mary's College, Manarcaud