Annual Report – 2016 – 2017

The highlight of 2016-17 was the introduction of the CBCS course for the first ―And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love Him, year students. The staff did a tremendous job of planning and implementing the who have been called according to his purpose‖ Rom. 8:28 syllabus. The preceding year was marked with regular meetings within the staff and with the experts from academia, Industry and representatives from the parent, These words from the Bible have been the driving force for all us here at St. . In fact, ours is the only college in State, to have Francis College. got approved the syllabus for all the 6 semesters of UG and 4 semesters of PG both at the BOS, Academic Council and the Governing Body meetings. Our students God has truly done all things well because of our deep trust and dependence on His are thus fortunate to know the entire content of their syllabus during their period of wisdom that has guided and led us through, in all our endeavors. study in the college.

th An outing on 10 June for the Teaching staff to Songs of the Earth and for the The success story of our academic year 2016- 17 can be enumerated as follows: Non-Teaching staff on 25th June to Alankrita infused in them deeper joy and strengthened the bond of friendship and unity. I. College Recognition

The UG 2nd& 3rd years and PG 2nd years brought in life as they resumed their  Indian Today has ranked our college among the top 20 colleges of the country academic journey and their enthusiasm was doubled with the arrival of the UG & and the top most in the city. PG 1st years on 16th June & 1st July respectively. Thus the family at St. Francis was  The Indian Development Foundation recognized the contributions we have complete. made towards road safety, blood donation camps, health camps, etc. The Award function was held at Ravindra Bharathi on 30th July 2016. From then onwards, life has been hectic with everyday one activity or the other  The Catholic Church of Telangana & A.P launched a TV channel ―Divya being carried out either by the students club or by the dept. Vani‖ on 31st August 2016 and the cultural programme presented by our students for this event was highly appreciated and lauded by the high profile Admissions guests who attended the inaugural programme.  Our sports dept. and the students have worked hard and have bagged the The trend of rush for admissions continued this year too and the enrolment for the overall Championship for our college in Sports at O.U for the year 2015-‘16. first year undergraduate and postgraduate courses was 1275 and 236 respectively.  It is with great pride that we want to place on record the first batch of B.Voc The college now has the following strength: (RM & IT) 2014 – 2017, who got placed in various prestigious National and Multinational Corporations even before getting their Bachelor‘s Degree. Teaching staff 167 II. Faculty Achievements

The competency of our staff has duly been recognized not by the college Non-teaching 103 management alone but other institutions as well and the college is honored that our staff have achieved great heights. Students 3817

The following faculty completed their Ph.D. programme successfully this year: Awards & Recognitions  Dr. Mallika Shetty, HOD BMS State Award for Best Teacher  Dr. Sunita Singam, Dept. of Commerce  It was a moment of great pride for the college and an honor for Dr. Uma  Dr. Sushmitha, Dept of Chemistry Joseph, HOD History and Dean of Academics to receive the Telangana State  Dr. Sabiha Fatima, Dept. of Chemistry Best Teacher Award for the year 2015 –16. We Congratulate Dr. Uma and  Dr. Sr. Sherly Devasy – Dept. of Chemistry invite our Chief Guest to felicitate her at this august gathering.  Dr. Sr. Sujatha Yeruva – Dept. of Comp. Sc.  Dr. V. L Gowri, HOD Telugu was awarded the Best All Rounder Achievement from the Telangana Tourism. She was also awarded the ‗Women of Excellence Award 2016‘ conferred by the Institute of Public Enterprise. NET/SLET/APSET Congratulations.  The Telangana State Christian Minorities Finance Corporation recognized the Ms. Shikha Chander has cleared APSET in December 2016 exemplary services of Mrs. Margaret Francis HOD Social Mgt in the field of social service. The award was conferred by our Honourable Chief Minister Ms. Vijayalakshmi has cleared her NET Shri K. Chandrashekar Rao during the Christmas dinner programme in Dec. 2016. Congratulations to you Ms. Margaret. UGC Sponsored Research Projects  On Teachers Day the following Staff were awarded by the College Management: Minor Research Projects completed: . Maximum Service Excellence Award: Dr. Swaroopa Rani – Former HOD . Dr. Swaswathi Chowdhury – HOD Pol. Science Commerce . Dr. V.L Gowri – HOD Telugu . Service Excellence and Choir Coordinator Award: Ms. Tina F – HOD . Dr. Savitha Sukumar – Dept. of Commerce & Controller of exams Psychology . Dean Academics for the year 2014 – 2016: Ms. P C Nirmala – HOD . Ms. Anitha Thomas – Dept. of Microbiology Zoology . Dr. Aruna – Dept. of Microbiology . Young Innovative Teacher of the Year Award 2015 – 2016 instituted by . Ms. Annapurna – Dept. of Microbiology Mrs. Maya, Former HOD English in honour of her parents Mrs. Rukmini & Mr. Murthy – Ms. – Dept. of Computer Science Ongoing Research Projects . Service Excellence (Alumnae) Award: Ms. Geeta Gianchandani . Programme Coordinated for Divyavani Channel: Dr. L.V Gowri Major Research . The Vidya Ratna Award: Ms. Margaret HOD Social Mgt.  Dr. Anitha K, HOD Mass Communication was awarded ‗The Best Teacher  Dr. Shailaja Raj – Department of Microbiology Award‘ by the Indian Red Cross Society, District Branch. Hearty  Dr. Mala Ranjan – Department of Biochemistry Congratulations Dr.Anitha.  Apart from these special awards, the entire faculty of Teaching & Non- Minor Projects teaching staff were called on stage and given a token in recognition for their  Sr. Sandra Horta – Department of Biochemistry valuable services.  Ms. P.C. Nirmala – Department of Zoology  Ms. Y Gayathri – Department of Microbiology  Ms. Saritha Aduri – Department of Chemistry

 Ms. Shubha – Department of Electronics 2. Digital Marketing and Web Analytics  Ms. Tina F – Department of Psychology 3. Ethical Hacking  Dr. C.V. Usha - Department of Psychology 4. Machine Learning  Ms. Latha S - Department of Commerce 5. Big Data (Hadoop Ecosystem)  Ms. A Padmaja - Department of Commerce The courses are open for admission to St. Francis students, alumni and  Dr. Shiny R - Department of Commerce outsiders. The coordinator of this program is Dr. Lalitha, HOD Maths.  Ms. Sharadha - Department of Commerce  The college has signed an MOU with University of Cambridge, UK offer BEC  Dr. S. Sunitha - Department of Commerce  Ms. Sangeetha S - Department of Commerce Certificate course.  Ms. Vijaya - Department of Commerce Top Events of the Academic Year 2016-17  Ms. Manisha K - Department of Commerce  Ms. Mahnoor - Department of Management  ICT Training for the Teaching staff was organized by the dept. of Computer  Dr. Subi V – Department of B.Voc th Science and a half day Seminar for Non-Teaching staff was held on 18 June

2016. NEW COURSES  Two day workshop on ―Newspaper designing &Production‖ was organized by the Department of Mass Communication, as part of Faculty development  Inaugural of the Pre Med course: St. Francis College, Centre for Professional Programme on 30th June and 1st July 2016, coordinated by Ms. Deepti Nair, Studies in Collaboration with Xavier University School of Medicine, Aruba Sub-Editor, from the Times of , Hyderabad. and Global Medical Education and Research Foundation has started a New  Fresher‘s Day, an exhilarating day for all the first year students of St Francis Globally recognized Pre Med to MD Program with guaranteed admission for as the rest of the college welcomes them into their fold, was held on July 8, Indian students to Xavier University School of Medicine after the successful 2016. completion of the Pre Med course in India. Pre Med to MD Program with  Biochemistry Department celebrated its Vicennial day on July 18th. They Integrated curriculum with Xavier University School of Medicine, Aruba, conducted Lab Open day as part of the celebrations, inviting the students from established under a charter approved by the Aruban Government functional St. Francis Junior College. And to mark this occasion the department, since 2005, enlisted in WHO and approved by the Caribbean Medical Council presented water purifier and water cooler to Holy Rosary School, Cuddapah. CAAM-HP, ACCM from Ireland, Ministry of Higher Education Jordan and  The Department of Commerce organized the UGC sponsored National The Canadian Resident Matching Service (CaRMS). Dr.Shailaja Ra,j HOD Microbiology of our college is the Director of the programme at our college Workshop on emerging trends in Research methodology in Commerce and and she has been doing a tremendous job of coordinating the program which Management from 27 July to 2 August, 2016. The dept. needs to be began in Aug. 2016. commended as they published a book with ISBN Number containing research output of participating researchers in addition to the conference proceedings  The college signed an MOU on 18th July 2016, with Pontifical Gregorian  Teacher‘s Day celebrations were held on September 6, 2016. Special prayer University Rome for an online course on ‗Prevention and safeguarding of Children and Vulnerable Adults‘, offered to the PG students of Psychology and recognition awards by the mgt. and gratitude expressed by students and the course coordinator is Dr. C. Usha HOD Psychology through a colorful cultural program marked the occasion.  The Department of Psychology organized a 5 day UGC sponsored National  We have also introduced an online course in collaboration with Arabian rd Workshop on ‗Thinking Qualitative: Approaches and Methods of Qualitative Wellness and life Style Management, RAK, UAE on 23 July 2016, coordinated by Ms. Mary Kavitha, HOD Botany. Research in Social Sciences‘ from 19 – 23 September, 2016.  Skill Base : The College has signed an MOU with Skill Base and the  Visit of the Assistants of our Superior General from Italy which happens once following courses are offered which will enhance the employable skills of our in 6 years took place on 18 October, 2016. This canonical visit brought in abundant blessings on the family of St. Francis and we are extremely grateful students. 1. Data Analytics to them for all the admiration, appreciation and praise they conferred on us.

The short visit of our Superior General herself the following day was also PG Results blessing for all of us.  Staff Seminar by Dr. Srinivas on ―Professionalism at workplace and work ethics‖ was organized on 24 October, 2016.  Odd Semester Exams, both for UG & PG were from 25 October to 12 November, 2016.  The 39th Convocation for students who completed their graduation/post- graduation in 2014 was held on November 19, 2016. The Chief Guest, Prof. Ramchandram, Vice Chancellor of Osmania University, delivered the Convocation Address. The Guest of Honor was Smt. Hema Balakrishnan.  All the Teaching & Non-Teaching staff were given an insight into self- examination of Breast cancer and understanding menopause problems by Dr. Gutta on 2 December, 2016.  Natale, the most awaited Christmas programme was held on 17 December, 2016 with a variety of competitions and gaiety. The Alumnae Reunion to re- connect & strengthen their bond with their alma mater was also held on the same day.

Examination Results:

Results of both UG & PG were ratified by the Controller of Examinations Osmania Other Important Events of the academic year 2016-17 include… University on 30 December, 2016. He and the other Additional Controllers of the o Celebration of Independence Day and Republic day at college. University applauded the performance of our students. o Celebration of Library day on 16 August, 2016 o The ―World of Commerce‖ an exciting exhibition was conducted by the UG Results COFEE (Commerce Organization for Emerging Entrepreneurs) clubon 24 August, 2016. The idea behind this event was to enlighten the non-commerce background students with practical orientation of how Commerce plays an important role in the day to day lives of every individual. o The Annual retreat for the Christian students of the college was held from 3rd to 5 September, 2016. o Nutrition day was observed on 10 September, 2016. o Ms. Deepa & Ms. Padmaja along with 2 students attended the AIACHE Golden Jubilee Celebration, Grand Finale at Madurai from 7 – 11 October, 2016. o Ms. Alice & Ms. Shalini along with 5 students participated the National Level Youth Convention in Goa organized by Xavier Board of Higher Education from 24 – 29 January, 2017. They made a presentation on Youth as Green Ambassadors of Environment and won the 1st Prize.

o The Department of English in collaboration with the American corner 12. Department of Mass Communication organized a lecture on ―Public Relations organized a workshop on ‗Street Theatre‘ on 24 & 25 November, 2016 and as a Strategic Management function in the Global Context‖ by Dr. C. V they presented the play at various open centers in Hyderabad. Narasimha Reddi on the 24 July, 2016. o Department of History organized a Colloquium on 7 December, 2016. 13. Department of Social Management organized a lecture on ―Gender Sensitivity & Psychology‖ by Mrs. Ashrita Vemuganti on 26 July, 2016. Guest Lectures 14. Department of Management organized a lecture on ―Careers in Marketing‖ Ms.Roshni Ramchandani, BMS Alumna, 2012 Batch - Executive at Ms.Malini 1. Department of Management organized a lecture on parameters that should Publishing Private Ltd., Client Services Division on 29 July, 2016. guide career choices by Ms. Sunayana Sen, BMS Alumna, 2011 Batch, Ex- 15. Department of Management organized a lecture on ―Entrepreneur Talk Series‖ Analyst at FACEBOOK, HYDERABAD – Now Pursuing M.Sc in Disaster by Mr.Kaushik Nooguri, Founder, Spaceman and Mammoth Educational Start- Management at King‘s College, London, on 22 June, 2016. up, Hyderabad on 2 August, 2016. 2. Department of Physics organized a lecture on ―Magnetic materials – 16. Department of Management organized a lecture on ―Getting the Best out of applications‖ by Dr.S.Srinath, Associate Professor, Hyderabad Central BMS‖ by Ms. Monisha Pinto, BMS Alumna, 2011 Batch – Chief Recruiter at University on 29 June, 2016. Uber India on 4 August, 2016. 3. Department of English organized a lecture on ―Approach Towards Literature‖ 17. Department of English organized a lecture on ―World Literature‖ by Prof. by Dr. Dibbyakusum Ray on 1 July, 2016. Vijay Kumar, Osmania University on 9 August 2016. 4. Department of Nutrition organized a lecture on ―Dietary approaches to combat 18. Department of Management organized a lecture on ―Entrepreneur Talk Series‖ malnutrition‖ by Dr. Radhika M, (National Institute of Nutrition) on 12 July, by Mr.Soumya Rajan, Founder, Profectus Consultants and 3-D Printing and 2016. Prototyping service on 10 August, 2016. 5. Department of Biochemistry organized a lecture on ―Biochemistry of 19. Department of Commerce organized the third Srujana Sree Memorial lecture Dermatology‖ by - Dr.Shahana, Associate Professor, , on ―How are You‖ by Prof. Adrian Kennedy, Director, Arabian Wellness Hyderabad on 13 July, 2016. international Ltd. and President of the Health and Wellness Association of 6. Department of Mathematics organized a lecture on ―Fractals & Choas‖ by India 12 August, 2016. Mrs. Durga Bhavani, Associate Professor, School of CIS, University of 20. Department of Mathematics organized a lecture on ―Finitely Generated Hyderabad on 13 July, 2016. Abelian groups‖ by Dr. C. Goverdan, Associate Professor and Chairman of 7. Department of Botany organized a lecture on ―Bonsai – Techniques to grow Computer Science, UG&PG, Osmania University on 18 August, 2016 . and Career‖ by Ms. Lalitha Sree of Shree Bonsai Industry, Hyderabad on 16 21. Department of Zoology organized a lecture on ―Mosquito Awareness July, 2016. Programme‖ on the eve of ―World Mosquito Day‖ by Dr. Uday Kiran, 8. Department of Microbiology organized a lecture on ―Molecular Diagnosis of Specialist in Community Medicine on 19 August, 2016. Infections & Basics of Tumour Immunology‖ by Dr.Vasantha Chivakula, 22. Department of Chemistry (PG) organized a lecture on ―Proton NMR and C13 Associate Professor, Atlanta Metropolitan State College on 18 July, 2016 NMR‖ by Dr.Subhashini, College of Technology, OU on 23 August, 2016. 9. Department of English organized a lecture by Dr. T. Vijay Kumar, Osmania 23. Department of Management organized a lecture on ―Entrepreneur Talk Series‖ University on 18 July, 2016. by Ms.Sweekruthi, Karmic Consultants, Educational Start-up, Hyderabad on 10. Department of Social Management organized a lecture on ―Social 26 August, 2016. Responsibility and Role of Students‖ by Mr. Mujeeb Khan, Director of 24. Department of Psychology organized a lecture on ―The Concepts related to BHUMI an NGO on 21 July, 2016. Indian Psychology and the approach to psychology based on Indian ethos, the 11. Department of Management organized a lecture on ―Understanding the characteristic spirit of Indian civilization‖ by Ms. Suhani Tanna on 26 August, working of the Indices and Familiarisation of the NSE/BSE Websites‖ by 2016. Mr.Amit Vora, Equity Analyst, PCS Securities Ltd., Hyderabad on 22 July, 25. Department of English organized a lecture on ―The Responsiveness and 2016. Conflict of Generation Z in relationship with Social Institutions‖ by Dr.Swaswathi Choudhury on 9 September, 2016.

26. Department of Public Administration organized a lecture on ―Application of 42. Department of B.Voc (RM&IT) organized a lecture on ―Role of Advertising Governance: Transparency and Accountability initiative in recent times‖ by on Retail Space‖ by Mr. Subramanyam Iyer on 13 December, 2016. Dr.Sandeep Inampudi, Faculty, Department of Political Science and Public 43. Department of B.Voc (RM&IT) organized a lecture on ―Industry Demands and Administration, Acharya Nagarjuna University on 12 September, 2016. Skills Alignment‖ by Mr. Subramanyam Iyer 16 December, 2016. 27. Department of Commerce organized a lecture on ―Research Methodology‖ by 44. Department of Public Administration organized a lecture on ―Impact of Dr. A Patrick on 13 September, 2016. Demonetisation on E-Governance‖ by Mr. Kishtaiah, Probationary Officer- 28. Department of Psychology organized a lecture on ―Alternate Therapies‖ by SBI, Mahbubnagar on 19 December, 2016. Ms. Malathi on the 20 September, 2016. 45. Department of Psychology organized a lecture on ―Neuro Linguistic 29. Department of Commerce organized a lecture on ―Stock Index‖ by Programme‖ by Ms. Narmada Rao, Master Yourself Academy on 12 January Ms.Gayatri, CMA on 26 September, 2016. 2017. 30. Department of Psychology organized a lecture by Mr. Diyanat Ali, Greater 46. Department of History organized a lecture on ―Are we enslaved by our past Hyderabad Adventure camp on 5 October, 2016 (History) or the present (Politics)‖ by Mr. Shri Ram Kari, a novelist, 31. Department of Chemistry (PG) organized a lecture on ―Symmetry of Inorganic columnist, orator and technology brander on 17 January, 2017. Molecules‖ by Dr. Shivraj, Department of Chemistry, OU on 5 October, 2016. 47. Department of Social Management organized a lecture on ―Women 32. Department of Psychology organized a lecture on ―Mindfulness‖ by Empowerment-a Kenyan Project‖ by an International Speaker Prof. Jean Ms.Aarathi Sevlan, Psychotherapist, Pause for Perspective On 6 October, Goldman, Department of Sociology, Ryerson University, on 24 January, 2017. 2016, 48. Department of Commerce organized a lecture on ―Stock Market – Dynamics‖ 33. Department of Psychology organized a lecture on ―The Stroop Effect‖ by Ms. by Mr. Vinayak, Assistant Manager, NSE on 25 January 2017. Divya Raj, a clinical psychologist on 13 October, 2016. 49. Department of Chemistry organized a lecture on ―Emerging Trends in 34. Department of Psychology organized a lecture on ―Psychodrama‖ by Chemistry‖ by Dr. Jamuna Ravi, Scientist, IGCAR on 27 January 2017. Dr.Varudhini and Ms. Saher Ali on 15 October, 2016. 50. Department of Economics organized a lecture on ―Future of the World 35. Department of Biochemistry organized a lecture on ―Advancements in Plastic Economy‖ by Dr. Steven from IIT Hyderabad on 30 January, 2017. Surgery‖ by Dr.Ram Mohan Reddy, Registrar, Dept. of Plastic Surgery, 51. Department of Economics organized a lecture on ―Challenges for the World NIMS, Panjagutta, Hyderabad on 29 November, 2016. Economy‖ by Prof. Steven Raj, IIM, Hyderabad on 2 February, 2017. 36. Department of Commerce organized a lecture on ―BSE Investor Awareness 52. Department of Nutrition organized a lecture on ―Role of Dietitian‖ Ms. Initiative‖ by Mr.Bhavanarayana Kandala on 30 November, 2016. Sunitha Premlatha, Chief Dietitian, Yashoda Hospital, Hyderabad on 2 37. Department of Public Administration organized a lecture on ―Sources of February 2017. Public Revenue and Public Debt Management‖ by Dr. K. Sirisha on 1 53. Department of Microbiology organized a lecture on ―Stress Management‖ by December, 2016. Ms. Sharada Janakiram M, Global HFN Organization on 2 February, 2017. 38. Department of History organized a lecture on ―Relevance of history in 54. Department of Biotechnology organized a lecture on ―Cancer Biology and contemporary times‖ by Prof. M.N. Rajesh, Dept. of History, HCU on 2 Bioinformatics‖ on 8 February, 2017. December, 2016 55. Department of Psychology organized a lecture on ―Work Place Counselling‖ 39. Department of Mass Communication organised a lecture on ―Job prospects for by Dr. Shubhra, Hajela, Corporate Trainer on 15 February 2017. Communication students abroad‖ by Mr. Iftekhar Shareef on 5 December, 56. Department of Economics organized a lecture on ―Economics in Day to Day 2016. Life‖ by Mr. T S Gopal, Secretary, Scientist Research Association, on 40. Department of Commerce organized a lecture on ―Mutual Funds‖ by Mr. 22 February 2017 Bhavanarayana Kandala on 7 December, 2016. 57. Department of Psychology organized a lecture on ―Rehabitation Counselling 41. Department of Physics organized a lecture on ―Nano materials – Health and in various setting by Ms. Soumali Dutta on 1st March 2017 glow‘‘ by Dr. G. Ravi Chandra, Scientist F and Team leader, ARCI, Balapur, 58. Department of Psychology organized a lecture on ―Counselling for Patients Hyderabad on 9 December, 2016. with Cronic illness & Pre & Post Surgery‖ by Dr. Padmaja, Assistant Professor, HCU on 2nd March 2017.

. B.Sc. & M.Sc. (C.Sc) students visited Vishwa Vishwani Business School on 7 Field Trips December, 2016. . B.A students visited Rasoolpura Slum to study the problems face by Girl Child . B.Sc. students visited Hindustan Coca cola Beverages Limited, Moulali, Labourers on 14 December, 2016. Secuderabad on 9 March 2016. . BMS students visited Jubiliant Food Works Limited at Moula Ali, Hyderabad . B.Sc. & M.Sc. (C.Sc) students visited Wipro Technologies, Hyderabad on 15 and Twin cities Mineral Water Pvt. Ltd on 15 December, 2016. July, 2016. . B.Voc (RM&IT) students visited RC Cola and Bisleri manufacturing unit on . B.A students visited and Qutub Shahi Tombs on 16 July, 2016 20 December, 2016. accompanied by Sir Ghiasuddin Akbar, who belongs to the Historical Society . B.A. students visited Home For the Disabled at Jeera, Bible House on 3 of Hyderabad. January, 2017 . B.Sc. II students visited NIRD-Rural Training on concepts of organic farming, . Department of Commerce organized tour to Bangalore, Mysore, Coorg & ecofriendly cosmetics, mushroom cultivatiDdon, homemade snacks etc on 16 Udipi from 3 – 10 January, 2017. July, 2016. . Department of Microbiology organised study tour to Delhi, Darjeeling and . Department of Electronics visited NIAR (National Institute of Amateur Radio) Gangtok for M.Sc Microbiology I and II year, B.Voc (IM) and B.Sc. III on 16 July, 2016. students from 4 – 13 January, 2017. . B.Sc. II students visited Parle Agro Industry, Rajabollaram Village, Hyderabad . Department of Commerce organized tour to Agra, Matura, Shimla, Manali & on 29 July, 2016. Delhi from 4 – 12 January, 2017. . M.A (Mass Communication) along with the Francis Bol (College Radio) team . B.Sc. students visited Rashtrapati Nilayam on 7 & 8 January, 2017. visited the FEVER 94.3FM station on 3 August, 2016. . B.Sc IIID students organized tour to Agra, Delhi, Shimla and Nainital from 6- . B.Sc. II students visited Kidwai Cottage, ANGROU, Rajendranagar & Fruit 10 January, 2016. Farms for insect collection on 13 August, 2016. . BA second year students visited the President‘s Southern Residence: . B.Voc (RM&IT) students visited Dialogue in the Dark, Inorbit Mall, Rashtrapathi Nilayam, Telangana on 6 January, 2017. Hyderabad on 13 August, 2016. . B.Com I (IB) students visited Stanza & Thrive Solar on 9 January, 2017. . B.Sc. students visited KIMS on 12th and 19 August, 2016. . B.Com I (H) students visited R C Cola & Kinley, Hyderabad on 10 January, . BA final year students visited to Sardar Vallabhai Patel National Police 2017. Academy, Hyderabad on 17 August, 2016. . B.Voc (RM&IT) students visited Walmart, Hyderabad on 11 January, 2017. . B.Sc. students visited Active Farms in ESCI, Gachibowli on 20 August, 2016. . M.Com I students visited Thrive Solar & Aquafina on 16 January, 2017. . M.Sc. Psychology students visited The Centre for Health Psychology, . BSc Chemistry students visited IICT on 16 & 17 January, 2017. on 8 September, 2016. . B.A. final years students visited the NGO‘s at Vishakhapatnam from 17 to 23 . Department of Biochemistry organized Study Tour for B.Sc. students to January, 2017. Bangalore, Mysore & Coorg from 14 – 20 November, 2016. . B.Com I (C) students visited Gandour Chocolates & BEPL on 24 January, . BA III students visited Family Planning Association of India on 25 November, 2017. 2016. . B.Com I (IPP) students visited Ganapathy Sugars & Pataneheru Enviro Techn . M.Sc. Microbiology students visited Professor Jayashankar Telangana on 24 January, 2017. State Agricultural University, Rajendranagar, Hyderabad on 1 December, . B.A. III students organizsed a trip to Pondicherry and Mahabalipuram from 24 2016. – 29 January, 2017. . B.Sc. III students visited CDFD (Centre for DNA Fingerprinting and . Department of Physics visited NGRI on 31 January, 2017 for B.Sc. III Physics Diagnosis) on 2 December, 2016. students . BA III students visited National Domestic Worker‘s Movement Office at . Department of Social Management accompanied the students of B.A. III to Paigha Colony ob 5 December, 2016. People‘s Initiative Network (PIN) on 1 February, 2017. . B.Sc. students visited Hyderabad Central University on 2 February, 2017.

. Department of Chemistry accompanied with 60 students of B.Sc. II to Central 9. Sanyal, N., Fernandes, T., & Infimate, R. (2016). Perceived Social Support and University on 2 February, 2017. Psychological Well-Being in North Eastern and Non-North Eastern Girl . B.Sc. students visit to the Jim Corbett National Park from 23 – 28 February, Hostellers. Indian Journal of Positive Psychology. 7(3). ISSN-p-2229-4937 2017. 10. Sanyal, N., Fernandes, T., & Vizarath, N. (2016). Anger Emotional . The students of History – Visit to Mahabaleswar and Pune from 15-20 Expressivity and Psychological Well – Being in Sports Players. The February, 2017. International Journal of Indian Psychology. 3 (4). ISSN: 23485396 11. Sanyal, N., Fernandes, T., & Hazari, Z., (September 2016) Perception of Papers Published/ Presented Psycho-Social School Environment, Personal Growth Initiative and Fear of Failure among EAMCET Aspirants: IRA-International Journal of Education & Multidisciplinary Studies ISSN 2455–2526; 4(2). Faculty of Arts & Social Science 12. Sanyal, N., Fernandes, T. & Matta, R. (August, 2016). Body Self-Image,

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20. K.ANITHA - Rate the Ratings, Online International Interdisciplinary Research Organisms Causing Dental Plaques‖, International Journal Of Pharma and Journal, (Bi-Monthly) ISSN No: 2249-9598, Vol.VI, Issue-V September- Biosciences , 7(4) :14-19 ISSN: 0975- 6299. October 2016. 6. Vishaka Labar, Rinzi Bhutia and Y.V.S. Annapurna. (2016).Effect of Camellia 21. K Anitha - Representation of Women‘s Language In Telugu Soap Operas, sinensis extracts on growth of virulent Gram negative uropathogens. Research Journal of Mass Communication and information Technology‖, International Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research. 7(8):3373- IIARD publishing house, Vol.2o.3 October 2016. 3378. ISSN: 0975-8232; P-ISSN:2320-5148. 22. K.ANITHA - Who owns media content owners or Viewers? A study on 7. Arsheen Tabassum, M. Shailaja Raj (2016). Isolation and Identification of Telugu soap operas, Bi-Annual Peer Reviewed International Journal of Dept. Bacteria from Different Soil Samples of Telangana and States of Convergent Journalism, Central University of Kashmir Srinagar , Jammu & . International Journal of Scientific Research in Science and Technology Kashmir with ISSN:2319-605X, Vol.3,No.2. Volume 2 Issue 4 Print ISSN: 2395-6011 , Online ISSN: 2395-602X 23. Mr. Somak Sen, ―Reporting of local incidents by a national daily: A study on 8. Rhimjim, Anitha Thomas (2016) Analysis of Antimicrobial Activity of Hyderabad‖ was published in Online International Interdisciplinary Research Titaniumdioxide Nanoparticles on Aerobic and Anaerobic Dental Isolates‖ Journal, ISSN 2249-9598, Vol VI, Impact Factor 3.816 in 2016. International Journal of Scientific Research in Science, Engineering and 24. Mr. Somak Sen, ―Rural development approaches by the Telangana Technology. Vol 2; issue-4; ISSN: 2395-1990. government: A study‖ was published in South Asian Journal of 9. Anitha Thomas, Jagirdarr Venkataramana, M.Shailaja Raj, (2016), ―Synthesis Multidisciplinary Studies journal, ISSN2349 -7858, Vol 3 Issue 5, Page no: and characterisation of TiO2 nanoparticles‖ International Journal of Advanced 101-112 in 2016. Research. Vol4(8). 1627-1632. ISSN: 2320-5407. 25. Mr. Somak Sen, ICSSR sponsored National Level Seminar at Andhra Mahila 10. Anitha Thomas, M.Shailaja Raj, Jagirdarr Venkataramana, (2016), ―TiO2: Sabha, Arts and Science College for Women, Osmania University, Hyderabad ZnO nanocomposites in treatment of Dental Plaques‖International Jorurnal of on 26th March, 2016. Paper name: Possibility of better governance through Bioassays, Vol5(10). 4977-4981ISSN: 2278-778X. media: A study on The Hindu reporting of Hyderabad city. 11. B.Aruna, D. Mounica Srivalli. (2016). Isolation and Characterization of Bacteriocin Producing Lactic Acid Bacteria from Fermented Bengal Gram. Faculty of Science International Journal of Pharmaceutical Science Invention. 5 (4): 41-46. ISSN: 2319 – 6718. 1. Rinzi Bhutia,Vishaka Labar,Annapurna,Y.V.S..(2016).In vitro antibacterial 12. B.Aruna, G. Sai JeevanaMadhuri. (2016). Antifungal Activity of Bacteriocin activity of dietary spice Trigonella foenum-graecium and Synzygium Produced by Lactic Acid Bacteria from Fermented Green Gram. International aromaticum: Research and reviews: Journal of Herbal Sciences, 5 (1), 6-11. Journal of Science and Research. 5 (8): 1827-1831. ISSN : 2319-7064 ISSN:2278-2257( online) ISSN: 2348-9553. 13. Gayatri.Y and Shailaja Raj.M (2016),‖Molecular Characterization of Bacteria 2. Y.V.S.Annapurna, Poojitha Yaarala.(2016).Antibiotic resistance profile and Isolated from E-waste Dumping Yards at Hyderabad, Telangana, India virulence markers of Gram positive coccal isolates from mouth ulcers. Asian European Journal of Experimental Biology . Vol.6 No.6:1 ISSN 2248-9215. Academic Research journal of multidisciplinary,3(5). ISSN:2319-2801. 14. Roselin.P, M. Shailaja Raj. Isolation and Molecular Characterization of acne 3. S. Samyuktha, Sayali Naphade Mahajan (2016). Isolation and identification of causing Propionibacterium acnes. International Journal of Scientific and pigment producing bacteria and characterization of extracted pigments, Research Publications, Volume 6, Issue 6, June 2016 809. ISSN 2250-3153. International Journal of Applied Research, 2(7):657-664.ISSN:2394-5869. 15. Hajisha Nair, Y. Gayatri (2016),A Study on the Effect of Preservation on the 4. Rachana Oak-Dhamapurkar, Sayali Naphade Mahajan, Meeta Bhot and Jossy Microbial Growth in Fruit Juices. JSRSET .July-August I SSN : 2394-4099. Varghese (2015), Lab-scale production of extracellualar pectinase by soil 16. Vidya Jayaram, Chlorides impact on Zooplankton of Pandu Lake, Bodhan, bacteria using fruit waste as substrate. 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18. Saritha Aduri, DNA binding, DNA cleavage and antibacterial activity of Ni(II) Methodology in commerce & Management ISBN – 978-93-85100-53-6, July and Cu(II) complexes derived from Pyridoxal thiosemicarbazone. Asian 2016 Journal of Science and Technology. (Article in press) 4. A Padmaja – Service Quality Management – A study of a Select Hospital, 19. Saritha Aduri, Synthesis, characterization, DNA binding, DNA cleavage and Emerging Trends in Research Methodology in Commerce & Management antibacterial studies of Ni(II) and Cu(II) complexes of Pyridoxal ISBN – 978-93-85100-52-6. semicarbazone. Der Pharma Chemica. (Article in press) 5. Vanisree – Relationship between Capital structure and Profitability – A Case 20. Shikha Chander, ―Nanomaterials and Their Non Covalent Interactions‖ in the Study of Bharat Petroleum Ltd. And HDFC Ltd., Emerging Trends in seminar proceeding ―Recent Applications in Medicinal and Material Devices‖ Research Methodology in Commerce & Management ISBN – 978-93-85100- 21. Alina Jyothi, D. Sumalatha, Synthesis and Biological studies of 2-amino-4- 52-6. phenylthiazole. European Journal of Pharmaceutical & Medical Research. 6. Vanisree – The Appealing and the Appalling Aspects of Research Studies in 22. Alina Jyothi, D. Sumalatha and Shubha, Synthesis, Characterization & Commerce and Allied subjects and Empirical Study, Emerging Trends in Conductivity studies of Cu2O nanoparticles by Alina Jyothi,. International Research Methodology in Commerce & Management ISBN – 978-93-85100- Journal of Modern trends in Engineering and Research. 52-6. 23. Sumalatha, Alina Jyothi, Synthesis and Biological studies of 2-amino-4- 7. Vanisree Talluri - Experience Vs Length of service – An empirical study on phenylthiazole. European Journal of Pharmaceutical & Medical Research. the areas requiring training to teachers - Accreditation of Higher Educational 24. Alina Jyothi, D. Sumalatha and Shubha, Synthesis, Characterization & Institutions – Issues, Challenges, Experiences and Perspectives – pg. 25-32. Conductivity studies of Cu2O nanoparticles by. International Journal of 8. Vanisree Talluri – Application of Williamson‘s Transaction Cost Theory to Modern trends in Engineering and Research. Outsourcing Decisions of Urban Hospitals – A Study with specific reference to 25. Shobana, ―Using Winter Camp Days of National Service Scheme (NSS) Bio-Medical Waste Treatment Pg25-28, AGAM – International Journal of Volunteers to Impart Nutrition and Health Education –Experience from Humanities, Social Sciences, Management & Technology Vol:2 Issue:2April – Hyderabad‖ in IJISET - International Journal of Innovative Science, June 2016, ISSN: 2454-1567 PIF Impact Factor (2015) – 2.030. Engineering & Technology, Vol. 3 Issue 9, September 2016 ISSN (Online) 9. Vanisree Talluri – CSR in CSR (Citizen‘s Supportive Role in Corporate Social 2348 – 7968 | Impact Factor (2015) - 4.332 Responsibility) Pg: 4-16, Business Vision – Vol:12 no. 1&2 – Jan-June 2016 26. Shobana, BIG DATA-Applications, challenges and Tools, in Aurora College ISSN: 2231-5497. on 20th Aug 2016 on which was published in Antharmukh Research Journal of 10. Vanisree Talluri – The Position and the preposition – A study on inclusive Aurora college [ISSN:2348-2591]. growth with specific reference to the position of Scheduled Tribes Pg:1-9, 27. P. Lalitha, ―Global Dynamics of a Cooperative and Supportive Network Business Dynamics – A Paradigm shift in policies for sustainability – Vol: 1 – System with Sub network Deactivation‖ by is accepted for publication in the ISBN: 978-93-85506-03-1 international journal , Non Linear Dynamics and Systems Theory in the 11. R. Shiny – Service Quality of Mobile Services - A Comparative Analysis of February 2017 issue. Public and Private Telecom Network Providers, Emerging Trends in Research Methodology in commerce & Management ISBN – 978-93-85100-53-6, July Faculty of Commerce 2016 12. R. Shiny - Bitcoin Vis-A-Vis Physical Currency - A Banker‘s Perspective. 1. Swaroopa Rani – Trends in FDI and FPI Investment and their Impact on Technology Driven Paradigms in Commerce, ISBN: 978-93-7495-669-4, Indian Stock Markets, Emerging Trends in Research Methodology in December, 2016. Commerce & Management ISBN–978-93-85100-52-6. 13. G.V.Sharada - A study on Employee Engagement practices in Banking Sector, 2. Latha S – Role of Students in Image Building – Comparative Study between Emerging Trends in Research Methodology in commerce & Management two College in Twin cities Emerging Trends in Research Methodology in ISBN – 978-93-85100-53-6, July 2016 Commerce & Management ISBN – 978-93-85100-52-6. 14. Savitha Sukumar – Performance of Cooperative Banks in the delivery of 3. Deepa James - Rural Marketing in Telangana – A Study of Factors influencing Micro Credit in Andhra Pradesh Vol: 4 no. 8 ISSN 2251-1571.TIJ‘S Research Consumer Purchase Behaviour for soaps; Emerging Trends in Research Journal of Social Science & Management.

15. Savitha Sukumar – An appraisal of Financial Stability of select Private Banks Emerging Trends in Research Methodology in Commerce & Management in India ISBN no. 978-93-85101-03-08 ISBN – 978-93-85100-52-6. 16. Savitha Sukumar – Leveraging Microcredit to Enhance Social Empowerment : 28. Sangeetha – E-Wallets – A Consumer Awareness Study with respect to an A Study of the Impact of Investing in Income Generating Assets. TIJ‘s Advanced IT City, Emerging Trends in Research Methodology in Commerce Research Journal of Economics and Business Studies (RJEBS) ISSN 2251- & Management ISBN–978-93-85100-52-6. 1555 Vol: 04, No 12 Oct 2015 29. Richa Mehta - ―Online Banking: The Indian Scenario‖, Compendium Of 17. Savitha Sukumar – An Evaluation of the performance of Cooperative Banks in Banking, 2015. providing Microcredit to Self Help Croups in Telangana TIJ‘s Research 30. Richa Mehta - ―Impact of globalisation on healthcare India ISBN : 978-81- Journal of Commerce & Behavioural Science (RJCBS) ISSN 2251-1547 Vol: 923768-4-4 5, No:3, Jan 2016-08-09 31. Jyoshna – Empowerment of Women through DWCRA, Emerging Trends in 18. Savitha Sukumar – A Study of the Key Banking Indicators of Public Sector Research Methodology in Commerce & Management ISBN – 978-93-85100- Banks – Emerging Trends in Research Methodology in commerce & 52-6. Management ISBN – 97893-85100-53-6, July 2016 32. Prathibha Bachu – Buying Behaviour of Customers – A Case Study on 19. Savitha Sukumar – A Study of the role of Cooperative banks in Microcredit selected Retail outlets in United Kingdom, Emerging Trends in Research and Women Empowerment in Telangana ,The International Journal Of Social Methodology in Commerce & Management ISBN – 978-93-85100-52-6. Science &Management ISSN 2251-1571 Vol :6, No :07, November 2016. 20. Savitha Sukumar – A Comparative Study of Key Banking Indicators of Public Faculty of Management and Private Sector banks In India ,The International Journal Of Commerce & Behavioural Science & Management ISSN 2251-1547 Vol :6, No :01 1. Mallika Shetty, Ms.Ramanjane Gorle, Digital Advertising and It‘s impact on November 2016 consumer buying behavior, Emerging trends in Research Methodology in 21. N Sunitha – Job satisfaction of middle level Manager at APTRANSCO, Commerce & Management, ISBN No. :978-93-85100-53-6 Emerging Trends in Research Methodology in Commerce & Management 2. Mahnoor Saharash, Advertising for the millennial female: Generational shift, ISBN – 978-93-85100-52-6. Journal: International Journal of Entrepreneurship and Business Environment, 22. Shree Jyothi – Currency Pair Relationship – S Statistical Analysis of Price ISSN: 2956-2961 variations, Emerging Trends in Research Methodology in Commerce & 3. Mahnoor Saharash, Marketing for Millenials – Initiatives for effective Management ISBN – 978-93-85100-52-6. marketing campaigns Journal: Responsible marketing for sustainable business, 23. Shree Jyothi – ―Volatility as a Trending tool: An Assessment of CNX Nifty‖. ISBN: 978-93-85886-00-3 International Journal research publications Research Journal of social science & Management (RJSSM) ISSN 2251-1571. Vol 05, No, 5. September, 2015 Paper Presentation by Staff 24. Shree Jyothi – ―Virtual Currency – Emergence of Bitcoin‖ : International Journal of Research in computer Application & Management‖. (IJRCM), ISSN 1. Dr. K.ANITHA presented paper at National Seminar on ―Public Institutions in 2231-1009, Vol no.5, Issue No. 10, October 2015 India: Governance and Governability‖ held at Andhra Mahila Sabha Arts and 25. Shree Jyothi – ―Role of Financial Literacy in the Financial planning of Science college for Women, OU campus on ―Public Health and Government Working women‖ : International ?Journal of Applied Financial Management Role‖ conducted by Department of Public Administration in collaboration with Perspective@ Pezzotlaitte Journal, ISSN Print : 2279-0896, (Online) : 2279- Indian Public Administration Association in March 2016. 090x, Vol:5, No.2, April-June 2016 2. Ms.Saritha.O.T. presented a paper in an International Conference on Green 26. Shree Jyothi – ―Currency Pair Relationship-A statistical Analysis of Price Trends in Environmental Sustainability, St. Ann‘s College for Women, Variations‖ Emerging Trends in Research Methodology in commerce & Mehdipatnam 16th December and 17th December 2016 Management ISBN – 97893-85100-53-6, July 2016. 3. Dr. L.V. Vijaya Gouri presented a paper titled "A Glimpse of Wealth 27. Vijaya Lakshmi – Opportunities & Challenges – Perception of public Management enrooting Philosophy" in the International Conference organized transportation amongst working women in the twin cities of Hyderabad, by Research Development Association & Research Development Foundation,

Jaipur and was awarded the Best paper on 7 - 8 November, 2016 at Kochi, . Ms. Shanmukha Priya, presented a paper titled ―Vividness of Visual Imagery . and Reduction in State Anxiety: A Guided Imagery Intervention‖, at a 4. Dr. Mallika Shetty presented a paper Title: Digital Advertising and it‘s impact Conference ―N-CORTEX‖ Mount Carmel College, Bangalore and was on consumer buying behavior at National Workshop on Emerging trends in awarded the best paper award with cash prize. Research Methodology in Commerce and Management organised by the . Aishwarya, Trishi, Harshita, Pallavi, Shruti, Zenaz, Sanchi, Renaz, and Surbhi Department of Commerce, St. Francis College for Women from 27 July – 2 presented a paper on ―Deconstruction Professional Psychology: Big fish in August, 2016. small pond‖ at National Conference. 5. Dr. Mallika Shetty presented a paper Title – ‗Impact of GST on the Indian . Sneha presented a paper in an International conference titled as ―Enhancing Economy – A sector-wise analysis‘ at the International Seminar on Goods & psychological well-being across human life-span‖. Services Tax- Recent developments, Opportunities and Challenges organised . Kashifa - BA 2nd Year student presented a paper on ―Inclusive growth in by the Department of Commerce & Business Management, St. Ann‘s College Economic Development‖ in a National level Seminar at St. Ann‘s Degree for Women, Mehdipatnam from 27th & 28th January, 2017, ISBN : 978-93- College, Mehdipatnam on 14th & 15th December, 2017 and won the Second 85518-04-1. place. 6. Ms.Mary Anthony presented a paper on Building a Value-Conscious Campus . BA II & III students attended a Seminar at Sanskruti Institution, Hyderabad through Extension and Service at a Conference on Catholic Higher Education on 27th & 28th January and presented papers: in India: Rethinking Purpose and Context organized by Christ University, o B Manasi - Effect of Globalisation on the Indian Caste System‖ Bengaluru on 10-12 May, 2016. o D Praharshita - Rural Schedule Caste Women Empowerment: A Study 7. Ms. Sharmila presented a paper on Role of Women Autobiographical Writers undertaken in Telangana State‖ in Dalit Literature at ANU, on 14 – 16 December, 2016. o G Harshita - Effect of Globalisation on the Indian Caste System 8. Ms.Mary Anthony presented a paper titled Green Consumerism in an o Akshita M - The Role of Caste in Indian Politics International Conference on Green Trends in Environmental Sustainability o Maria Priyanka - Globalisation and Transformation India organized by St. Ann‘s College for Women, Mehdipatnam d on 16th &17th o Riddhi Shah - Social Transformation, Identity of Indian Tribes in Recent December, 2016. Time: An Anthropological perspective 9. Mrs.Usha Praveena presented a paper ―Complex impedance studies on double o Shanaya A G - Impact of Caste Politics on students of contemporary India rare earth modified ceramics‖ at the National Seminar on Recent applications o Manisha Krishna - Impact of Caste Politics on students of contemporary in medicinal and material devices at Nizam College, Osmania University, India Hyderabad on 2nd July, 2016. o Dharini Vikas Agrawal - Caste viv-a-vis Social Hierarchy in India 10. Ms. Sharmila Junnu presented a paper on Authentic Multi Disciplinary o Ananya Mullapudi - Caste viv-a-vis Social Hierarchy in India Content in Language Classes at an International ELTAI Conference organized by Vasavi College of Engineering, Hyderabad on 30 July – 2 August, 2016. Book Published 11. Ms. Haritha G presented a paper on Revisiting Concepts of Utopia & Feminism in Language Classroom : Sultana‘s Dream at an International . Dr.Mallika Shetty published a book named ―Brand Loyalty –A study of select ELTAI Conference organized by Vasavi College of Engineering, Hyderabad Newspapers‖, Lambert Academic Publishing, ISBN : 978-3-659-93869-6 on 30 July – 2 August, 2016. . Dr. Uma Joseph has contributed a chapter titled, Inter religious Marriages – Challenges faced by Couples in the book, Interreligious Marriages in India – Paper Presentation by Students Issues and Challenges edited by Dr. Vincent Sekhar SJ, Claretian publications, Bangalore, 2017 . Ms Sirisha Kota, presented a paper on ―Spirituality, Coping and Caregiver . Dr. P. Lalitha, Co-authored a text book for B.Sc Mathematics (Sem I & II), Burden: A Study on Caregivers of Children with Acute Lymphoblastic published by Telugu Academy. Leukemia” at the 5th Asia Pacific Psycho-Oncology Network Meeting- an International Conference at National University of Singapore, Singapore. Consultancy

 Ms.Mary Anthony assisted Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan‘s Public School, Vidyashram, . Dr. Sr. Christine Fernandes, Principal is a member for Senate, Osmania Jubilee Hills in their Dramatics events related to Shakespeare 400 years celebration, University. Model United Nations (MUN) and Debate events. . Dr. Sr. Christine Fernandes, Principal is a Board of Studies member for St.  Ms. Sharmila Kunnu is a Resource person for IGNOU, and BRAOU, Joseph‘s College, Vishakapatnam. Hyderabad, Visiting Faculty.

. Dr. Sr. Christine Fernandes, Principal is a member for Governing Body and  Ms. Haritha was a Resource person for Newly recruited staff on Micro Teaching at St. Francis College and Nizam‘s College. Academic Council for Loyal Academy, .  Dr. Shrabani Basu is a Plenary Address : ―What do we See? What are we . Dr. Sr. Christine Fernandes, Principal is an Academic Council member for St. taught to See‖. Talking Films and More : A Workshop on Film Appreciation Joseph‘s College, Hyderabad. and Criticism at Assam University on 4 June, 2016. . Sr. Sandra Horta, Vice Principal is a Member of Clinical Biochemistry of  Dr. Shrabani Basu was a Guest Speaker on American Literature : Evolution, India. . Dr. Uma Joseph is the member of Board of Studies of Department of History, Myth & Style at Bhavan‘s Vivekananda College on 22 September, 2016. Arts College, Osmania University, Nizam‘s college and St. Ann‘s college, Mehdipatnam. . Dr. G. Swaroppa Rani is a subject expert for Commerce at Osmania Seminars / Workshops organized University, Hyderabad. . Dr. Mala Ranjan is a Member of Biomarker Research Society. 1. A Seminar was organized for Staff on ―Teacher, Industry, Society interface‖ . Ms. Kanchana is a Member of Indian National Science Congress. by Mr. P. Chandra Shekhar, Technical Director from Technic Design Groups . Dr.K.Anitha, is a Board of studies member for Dr. B R Ambedkar open on 8 June, 2016. university for journalism stream. She is also editorial member for Journal of 2. Department of Commerce organized UGC sponsored National Workshop on Mass Communication & Journalism, OMICS Publishing Group, An open emerging trends in Research methodology in Commerce and Management access publisher for the advancement of Science and technology, for from 27 June to 3 July, 2016. International Journal of Media, Journalism and Mass Communications, ARC 3. Department of Mass Communication organized two days Workshop on Publications Pvt. Ltd. And for Research Journal of Mass Communication and ―Newspaper designing & Production‖ by Ms. Deepti Nair, Sub-Editor, from Information Technology(RJMCIT), IIARD publishing company, Nigeria the Times of India on 30 June and 1 July, 2016. . Mr. Sharma is a BOS subject expert member for Bhavan‘s Degree College & 4. Department of Botany organized seminar organized on the Concepts of Micro Andhra Mahila Sabha College. Propagation in the Biotechnology lab in July, 2016. . Ms. Tina Fernandes is a Panelist for Intensive Short term Dynamic 5. Department of Microbiology organized Workshop on ―Introduction to Psychotherapy by Dr. Thomas Brod M D on 29 January 2017 at Columbus Bioinformatics, Gene and Protein Prediction Strategies‖ for the B.Voc. Hospital, Bugumpet, Secunderabad. (Industrial Microbiology) students at Bioinformatics Infrastructure Facility, . Ms. Tabitha Ramona subject expert, script and presenter for UGC-MHRD School of Life Sciences, University of Hyderabad, Hyderabad on 6 – 7 sponsored NME-ICT E- content development program and developed content August, 2016. for topics related to Home –Science, at EMMRC, English and Foreign 6. Department of B.Voc (RM&IT) organized a Workshop on ―Social Media Languages University, O.U Campus ,Hyderabad. Marketing‖ on 13 & 20 August, 2016. . Dr. Shailaja Raj is the Life member of Association of Microbiologists of India. 7. Department of Biochemistry organized Inter college workshop on Hematology . Dr. B. Aruna is the Annual membership of The Association of Microbiologists in collaboration with KIMS on 20 August, 2016. of India (AMI), Indian Virological Society, The Biotech Research Society, 8. Department of Psychology organized UGC 5 - Day National Workshop on India. ‗Thinking Qualitative: Approaches and Methods of Qualitative Research in

 Department of Microbiology offers consultation services to JNTU and Social Sciences‘ from 19 – 23 September, 2016. affiliated colleges Osmania University. The services offered were sale of pure 9. Department of Mass Communication club "COMMUNIS‖ organised cultures and analysis of anti microbial activity of various samples. workshop on ―Reporting child related issues‖ for budding journalists in

collaboration with Tharuni an NGO working for girl child protection, on 20 4. Ms.Mary Anthony attended Conference on ―Catholic Higher Education in September, 2016. India: Rethinking Purpose and Context‖ organized by Christ University, 10. Dept. of Mass Communication and American Corner organised 2 Days Bengaluru on 10 – 12 May, 2016. Workshop on ―Documentary Film Making and Cinematography‖ by Mr. 5. Dr. Shrabani Basu attended a Workshop on ―Film Appreciation and Criticism‖ Dulam Satyanarayana (an award winning Documentary film maker) and at Assam University, Silchas from 1 – 9 June, 2016. Mr.Jayavarapu Prabhakar (Cinematographer, Photographer and Graphic 6. Ms. K. Swathi, attended a Conference on ―Gender sensitization – Towards the Designer) on 29 & 30 September, 2016 for PG Mass Communication students. world of equals‖ on 3 June, 2016 at JNTU Hyderabad. 11. Department of B.Voc (RM&IT) organized a Workshop on ―Social Media 7. Mrs Margaret Francis attended a Two Day Orientation program on ―Gender Marketing‖ on 15 October, 2016. Sensitization‖ at JNTU, Kukatpally on 3 & 4 June, 2016. 12. Department of English organized a Workshop on Street Pay in collaboration 8. Ms. Roselin P, Ms. Anitha Thomas, Ms. Y. Gayatri, Ms. Y.V.S.Annapurna with US Consultant by Mr. Prabhakar Phadnis on 25 – 26 November, 2016. and Dr. B.Aruna attended ICT Training Program: Web Designing using 13. Department of Electronics organized a Workshop on E- Rakhi on 20 Adobe In Design and Adobe Mouse Software, organized by Department of December, 2016. Computer Science, St. Francis College on 18 June, 2016. 14. Department of Biochemistry organized a Workshop on Plant tissue culture in 9. Dr. Shrabani Basu attend a Workshop on ―Teaching English in Multilingual Collaboration with Biotechnology Department, St. Francis College for Women classroom‖ at NIT Silchar, Assam on 19 – 20 June, 2016. on 12 – 15 January, 2017. 10. Mrs Margaret Francis attended a Laity Meeting organized by the Archdiocese 15. Department of Psychology organized one-day seminar on the Myers-Briggs of Hyderabad 20 June, 2016. Type Indicator instrument by Dr. Anuradha Rao on 17 January, 2017. 11. Dr. Mallika Shetty attended National Workshop on ―Emerging trends in 16. Department of Social Science organized State level Workshop on ―Telangana Research Methodology in Commerce and Management‖ organised by the in Perspective : an interdisciplinary Discourse‖ from 9 – 11 February, 2017. Department of Commerce, St. Francis College for Women from 27 July – 2 17. Department of Psychology organized one day seminar on Neuro-Linguistic August, 2016. programming by Ms.Narmada Rao, a Psychologist, NLP Trainer & Coach, 12. Mrs. Devy attended a workshop on ―Recent trends in Material Science and it‘s from Master Yourself Academy, Chennai on 12 January, 2017. applications‖ organized by the Department of Physics, JNTUH College of 18. Department of Commerce organized a two day Workshop on Financial engineering, JNTU, Hyderabad on 29 July, 2016. Markets for M.Sc. (Finance) students by resource persons from Karvy Stock 13. Ms. Shubha Sushma attended a Workshop on ―Recent trends in material Broking science and its applications‖ organized by JNTUH, Hyderabad on 29 July, 2016. Seminars / Workshop / Conference attended by Staff 14. Dr. Mala Ranjan attended a Seminar on ―Relationship between Industry & University‖ by Dr. Tony Boccanfuso at Federation house, Hyderabad on 18 1. Ms. Roselin P, Ms. Anitha Thomas, Ms. Y. Gayatri, Ms. Y.V.S.Annapurna, August, 2016. st Dr. B.Aruna and Ms. K.Swathi attended a summet on “Inflammatory Bowel 15. Ms. Rupali attended the 1 International H.E.R India Conference of the STEM Disease Summit 2016 - Optimizing Management of Inflammatory Bowel Society for Human Rights on Exploring Modern Science and Technology Disease‖ organised by Asian Institute of Gastroenterology, Hyderabad at Taj Solutions for Humanity, Education and Rights at Indian School of Business, Krishna, Hyderabad on 22 April, 2016. Hyderabad on 23 & 24 August, 2016. 2. Ms.Padmasree attended ―Principals‘ Meet 2016‖ in April 2016, on behalf of 16. Ms. Tabitha and Ms. Patritia attended an International seminar on ―Tribaksha‖ the principal - organized by ICFAI. – Every grain counts, organized by the Department of Food Technology and 3. Sr. Sandra Horta attended a Seminar on ―Challenges Prospects in Higher Management at Loyola Academy Degree and PG College, , Education: Opportunities for Innovation & Networking‖ organized by Secunderabad on 26 – 27 August, 2016. Sahrdaya College of Engineering and Technology, Thrissur, Kerala on 5 – 8 17. Sr.Sujatha attended a Technical Conference for Women in technology May, 2016. professionals organized by GHC/1 Delhi-NCR on 2 September, 2016.

18. Dr. Subi Varghese attended an International Seminar on ―Leveraging the 34. Ms. S. Sravanthi, Ms. X. Sheila Merlin attended Workshop on ―Techniques in Power of Networking to unlock the Potential of Entrepreneurship‖ at ASCI, Biotechnology‖ organized by Loyola academy Degree and PG college on 8 Hyderabad on 9 September, 2016. and 9 December, 2016. 19. Ms. Latha S attended First Indian National Congress held at MIT Pune from 35. Ms. Madhura Ayachit attended an International Conference on ―Paradigm 22 – 25 September, 2016. Shift in Innovative Business Management at Vishisht Institute of Professional 20. Dr.Mallika Shetty attended First National Teachers‘ Congress held in Pune, Studies and Research‖ on 10 December, 2016. organized in association with MIT School of Government at MIT Campus 36. Ms. Sharmila Kunnu attending the Global Seminar on the Fourth World from 23 – 25 September, 2016. Literature on ANU, Guntur on 14 – 16 December, 2016. 21. Ms.Padmasree, attended a National Teachers‘ Conference organized by MIT, 37. Dr. Vanisree attended 39th All Indian Accounting Conference & International Pune, from 23 – 25 September, 2016. Seminar on Accounting Education and Research at Bangalore University, 22. Mrs.Usha Praveena attended a Workshop on ―Material characterization‖ Bangalore on 16 – 17 December, 2016. organized by the Department of Physics, Osmania University, Hyderabad on 38. Ms. Latha S attended Workshop on ―Examination challenges and solutions‖ in 28 & 29 September, 2016. St. Joseph‘s College, Hyderabad on 19 December, 2016. 23. Dr. Mala Ranjan attended the National Conference on ―Technology Vision‖ 39. Ms. Shree Jyothi attended Workshop on ―Demystifying Derivatives‖ at 2035 organized by TIFAC & IDF and Oakridge International School on 29 & Department of Commerce & Management, Osmania University on 20 30 September, 2016. December, 2016. 24. Ms. S. Sravanthi attended Capacity building programme for young teachers 40. Ms. Sony attended the 104th Indian Science Congress on 3 – 7 January, 2017 organized by St. Christopher‘s college of Education, Chennai from 17 – 21 41. Sr. Sujatha & Ms. Parsi Kalpana attended a Workshop on ―Python October, 2016. Programming at Osmania University, organized by Department of 25. Ms. Shouni Niveditha, attended a National Seminar on ―Capacity Building Mathematics, OU from 6 – 8 January, 2017. Programme for young faculty‖ organized by St. Christopher‘s college of 42. Dr. P. Lalitha & Ms. K. Ramanjana attended a National Seminar on Education, Vepery, Chennai from 18 – 23 October, 2016. ―Applications of Mathematics to Cryptography‖ organised by Loyola 26. Ms. Mahnoor Saharash attended a Workshop on ―Research Methodology for Academy, Alwal on 6 January, 2017. Social Sciences‖ at ICFAI Business School from 19 – 21 October, 2016. 43. Dr. Savitha attended International Conference on ―Changing Paradigms in 27. Ms. Hari Kalyani, Ms. Manisha Kulkarni attended the National Seminar on Marketing of services (ICCPMS)‖ with special focus on Tourism and ―Goods and Service Tax (GST), Issues and Implications‖ on 22 October, 2016. Hospitality at School of Management Studies, University of Hyderabad from 28. Ms.Saritha.O.T attended a Workshop on ―Organic terrace farming‖ organized 10 – 12 January, 2017. by Nativus farms on 20 November, 2016. 44. Dr. Yugandhar attended a Workshop on ―R-software and Data Sciences‖ at 29. Sr. Sandra & Ms. Kanchana attended the Lab Expo on 21 November, 2016. Department of Statistics, Osmania University on 20 – 21 January 2017. 30. Ms. Haritha attended a Workshop on ―Capacity Building program for Young 45. Ms. Margaret Francis attending a two day National Seminar on ―Culture & faculty‖ at St. Christopher‘s College of Education, Chennai in November, Civilization among Tribes in Contemporary India‖ organized by Sanskruti 2016. Centre for Dravidian Civilization and Culture, Habsiguda, on 27 & 28 January, 31. Dr. Vidya Jayaram, Dr. Jyothi Rani, Dr. B.Aruna attended Seminar on ―Basic 2017. To Advanced Genetic Diagnostic Services in Telangana State‖ organized by 46. Dr. Mallika Shetty attended an International Seminar on ―Goods & Services Institute of Genetics and Hospital for Genetic Diseases, OU. on 6 December, Tax- Recent developments, Opportunities and Challenges‖ organised by the 2016. Department of Commerce & Business Management, St. Ann‘s College for 32. Ms. Rupali attended a Seminar on ―Teaching Public Administration: Concerns Women, Mehdipatnam on 27 & 28 January, 2017. and Response‖ organized by Arts College, Osmania University on 6 47. Ms. P.C. Nirmala, Dr. Vidya Jayaram, Dr. Jyothi Rani, Ms. S. Sravanthi, Ms. December, 2016. X Sheila Merlin attending a Workshop on ―Study of Placental Development in 33. Ms. Shouni Niveditha, attended a seminar on ―Prenatal diagnostics for genetic Human by Ultra-sound scans ― by Dr. M Vani Sukumar, SSS Hospital on 18 disorders‖ organized by Institute of Genetics, Ameerpet on 6 December, 2016. February, 2017.

Seminars / Workshop / Conference attended by Students volunteers participated in planting saplings in college and around 100 students went to ECIL dumping yard for tree plantation which was organized by govt . B.Sc II students attended a Workshop on ―Electronic Simulator‖ organized by of Telangana. Loyola Academy Alwal, on 30th July 2016. . Inaugural for the 1st year BA, BCOM and BSc NSS students was conducted in . B.A. III students attended the 1st International H.E.R India Conference of the Auditorium. 200 NSS volunteers participated in the programme. Principal Dr. STEM Society for Human Rights on Exploring Modern Science and Sr. Christine Fernandes gave the oath to the newly joined volunteers. Students Technology Solutions for Humanity, Education and Rights at Indian School of displayed their talents through skits on social issues and cultural activities. Business, Hyderabad on 23rd and 24th August, 2016. . On 12-8-16 International Youth Day was celebrated in the college in . Radhika Chhabria and Samhitha A – B.Voc (RM&IT) students attended an collaboration with Rajiv Gandhi National Institute of Youth Development on International Seminar on ―Leveraging the Power of Networking to Unlock the 12th August, 2016. The daylong seminar was organised for the NSS Potential of Entrepreneurship‖ at ASCI, Hyderabad on 9 September, 2016. Volunteers. Around 250 students participated in the event. The day began with . B Voc (IM) III students attended a workshop on mushroom cultivation at the rally on Poverty Eradication and awareness programme. The inaugural was NIRD (National Institute of Rural Development), Rajendra Nagar on 3 graced by Dr. Vishnu Dev, NSS Coordinator, Osmania University, and October 2016. Hyderabad. The first session began with a session by an NGO- Make a . Ampolu Kavya and Arthi B. - B.Voc. (RM&IT) students, attended a Seminar Difference on Human Trafficking. Post lunch session was taken over by NGO- on ―Girls in Tech India Bootcamp on Power Tools, 2016 – Confidence, SPAN on Suicide Prevention. The 3rd session was Skit Presentation on social Leadership and Entrepreneurship‖, conducted at the Association of US issues by NSS volunteers. Four skits were presented in various forms. Consulate General, Hyderabad on November 14, 2016. . On 18-8-16, Raksha Bandhan was celebrated by NSS volunteers in . Laya M. and Simran J - B.Voc. (RM&IT) students atteneded a Seminar on orphanages such as Save The Child Orphanage, Secunderabad and ―Transition of the World and India from Socialism to Capitalism and Impact of Machukalalu Orphanage Mahindra Hills. Demonitisation on Indian Economy‖, at MC Gupta College of Business . On 3-9-16 Tiranga Yatra was organised by state government in collaboration Management, Hyderabad, on November 26, 2016. with NSS. Around 200 volunteers participated in the rally at KBR Park. . MA Mass communication first year students attended an inter college Honourable Minister Bandaru Dattatreya and other government officials lead workshop in ―Film making is a real craft‖ at St. Josephs college in association the programme. The rally began at 7:30 am at KBR park main gate and with LV Prasad Film Academy on 20th January 2017. covered around 5kms. . On 10-9-16 - Visit to Devanar blind school, Begumpet. NSS volunteers visited NSS the blind school to interact with blind children and organised activities for the blind. . On the occasion of Gandhi Jayanthi NSS Volunteers participated in swatch The following is the Annual NSS Activity Report bharat Abhiyan at different places which are prevented by the domestic facilities. The volunteers made awareness regarding cleanliness and hygene. . The academic year began for NSS volunteers with many activities. On June st . All the units of NSS went for special winter stay camp at Gagilapur, Dommar 21 2016 International Yoga Day was celebrated. All the units of NSS Pochampally, Gnana puram and Dhammaiguda respectively. Around 200 displayed many yogasanas in college to lead the healthy life. Around 50 students. Participated in the stay camps and for the community service on from volunteers displayed the asanas in the college. 150 volunteers went to 11-11-16 to 17-11-16 Gachibowli Stadium where the govt of Telangana Organised International . On the occasion of World AIDS Day NSS volunteers participated in awareness Yoga Day. Yoga with music was the theme of the event. th rally in Begumpet. Around 350 volunteers went to the various slums and gave . On 25 June 2016 around 100 students of NSS participated in a Film shooting information about AIDS 1-1-16 (JAGO) on Social issues. . NSS volunteers around 150 participated in a rally for the cause of National . Haritha Haram programme conducted by the govt of Telangana in Trust Day Celebration in collaboration with Swayamkrushi Trust from The collaboration with NSS was held in the college on 11-7-16. Many NSS Park Hotel Raj Bhavan road to People‘s Plaza 7-1-17

. On 12-1-17 Demonetisation Rally was organised by NSS as per the guidance of Hopes‖. It was a day long program with various competitions and fun activity of central government. 250 NSS volunteers went to the various areas to make organized for the children. awareness about cashless economy and e-wallet. . On 26-1-17 On the occasion of 68th Republic Day NSS volunteers participated For the PG 1st year students, community service is part of their curriculum and in March Past and cultural programme. Ms. Shivani Sharma of BSc II was they have truly done yeoman service to various categories of people as you see selected for the National Level Youth Festival. She went to Mysore for a week them in the photographs. long programme and represented Osmania University . Forth Coming Activities: M.Com Applied Finance o 10th February, 2017 Free Eye Check Up camp will be organised by NSS M.Com 1st Years carried on the following activities: volunteers in collaboration with Laurence and Mayo in college campus. o By last week of February, 2017 Blood Donation camp will be organised by Awareness of Cashless transactions: students visited Erragadda Rythu Bazar and NSS Volunteers in collaboration with NTR trust in college campus. helped the small vendors in understanding the cashless transaction and also helped . The NSS officers participated in the Gender sensitization – Towards the world in installing and using the BHIM and UPI which are government promoted rd of Equals conference on 3 June 2016 at JNTU Hyderabad. They also attended cashless apps. to small vendors in Raithu bazaar the NSS Orientation and Training programme form 18/11/16 to 24/11/16 organized by NSS CELL Osmania University Career Counseling: The students interacted with classes 8th to 10th of Jawahar Nagar and Vengal Rao Nagar government schools and exposed them to career Extension and Outreach Activity options and planning. The school students of the government schools were enthusiastic and curious about the opportunities they would get to explore after the St. Francis College has become very much conscious of its social responsibility. completion of 10th grade. Almost every dept. has endeavored through its club to organize various activities to the less fortunate of our society – the orphans, old age homes, street children, Visit to the Orphanage: students visited Mahima Ministries Orphanage located at differently abled, the prisoners and students of the govt. schools. Ameenpur, near Chandanagar. They conducted games for them and distributed snacks and stationery for their use. Every year the college educates 3 students from the rural set up, taking care of their entire needs under the Swarnojwala Scheme. Visit to the Old Age Home: The students visited Ashraya old age home at Maruthinagar, Miyapur, R.R. District and celebrated Republic Day with the old The Spectrum Club of the 13 Science Depts. - hosted its annual outreach people. Both the students and the old people had a very good experience programme ‗GLEE 2016‘, on 26 November. 400 students from various celebrating it together. Also they spend the day with the old people in dancing and government schools in Hyderabad and 70 students from Holy Rosary English enquiring their overall wellbeing. Medium High School, Cuddapah were invited for this programme. The Science students both from UG & PG put up exhibits and demonstrated Live Experiments Thanking Banks: students visited in groups of 3, 10 banks each and they gave to open to them a whole new aspect of Science. They were also given recycled ―Thank You‖ cards to the bank officials in Hyderabad and Secunderabad in books from the paper waste collected in college over a period of one month. appreciation of the work the officials have put in during the crisis situation of Refreshments and stationery was sponsored by HSBC. Demonetization. Students received great appreciation from the bank officials and the program was conducted successfully. Dept. of Social Management MSc Psychology The dept. of Social Management has taken up the responsibility to educate from K.G to PG 2 girl children from the slums. On 11th January 2016 Social The students of MSc-I Psychology conducted an outreach program on Management students were instrumental in putting up a Social Outreach Extension ―Management of Emotions and Feelings‖ for the inmates of Cherlapally Central activity for 250 street children titled ―UmeedhoKaMela‖ which means ―A Carnival Prison, Hyderabad as a part of their curriculum. The program was conducted in collaboration with ―Sahayam Psychological Counseling Centre‖, Osmania With the kind of interaction and learning taken place, the girls did understand that University, and ―Unnati‖, headed by Prof. C. Beena, Professor of Psychology. The ―to see the change you have to change‖ ―to be good is to do good‖. out-reach spanned across six weekends wherein the students were required to MSc Mathematics design and conduct modules on basic emotions such as anger, guilt, revenge, depression and so on. The modules were made keeping in mind the context of the The students of M.Sc. Mathematics-I conducted the Outreach programme in two inmates and were aimed at altering their ideations about these emotions. The places, one at Home for Disabled, Bible House and the otherat Vedic Vidhyalayam participants appreciated the program as it helped them understand, introspect and High School, Sitaphalmandhi. The program involved a week‘s of teaching of rd th deal with the emotions they were going through. The Superintendent of Mathematics and Spoken English from3 to 9 graders. Cherlapally Central Prison, Mr. K. Venkateshwar Reddy was highly appreciative and applauded the students for their efforts. In the Home for Disabled, cultural programme was presented through which the inmates were made to feel special, and they were also given gifts as a token of MSc Microbiology love.

The L V Prasad eye institute contains a fully equipped rehabilitation center where At Vedic Vidhyalayam High School, the students were enthusiastic to learn new visually impaired people are trained to improve the quality of their life They things and were very welcoming. They were given an understanding into the organize certain courses to teach visually impaired people Computer skills, various aspects involved in teaching, such as planning, preparation and skills technological skills as well as help the students complete their education in any needed to manage a class of students. At the end of each day, a Balasabha was field of their choice. To aid in their educational program, the students of MSc 1 organised to bring out their talent. Overall the programme organized was an Microbiology were either asked to read out aloud the text books provided to them enriching experience. Importantly, it was wonderful coming to know the children by the institute, their voices getting recorded to provide as oral material for the and the love and enthusiasm they had for learning something new. visually impaired students. Alternatively, they were asked to type out textbook material, also provided by the institute, into a word document. The institute has MSc Computer Science programs to convert these documents into Braille which is also used as material for Msc I Year Computer science students carried on community service programs by the education programs. offering their services at Masqati Dairy Farm, Parle-G Biscuit Factory, Agricultural Fields (), LB Stadium, Telangana State Forest MSc Mass Communication Academy and ICRISAT with the help STARS NGO. M.A. Mass Communication students had an opportunity to visit TSWEIS and Apart from these, we had a two-day session (on 27th and 28th Jan, 2017) at our Sakina foundation trust. The underprivileged girls were given education and also th th accommodation by the Telangana Social Welfare Educational Institutions Society. college premises in collaboration with HSBC, where students of 6 and 7 The visit to the school was for 3 days and each day‘s schedule was planned standards from ZillaParishad High School, Madhapur were exposed to the accordingly. 12 students were sent to the Telangana Social Welfare Institute while computers in our computer labs. The students imparted them the knowledge about the other students who spoke Telugu and could understand were sent to St. Francis the basics of Computers and taught them to create posters along with teaching High School. them to browse the internet. The program was highly appreciated by the school staff and HSBC employees. School students had an enriching experience and the

Personality Development sessions included Confidence, body language, feedback given to our students was superb. presentation, positive attitude and proper communication. Animated movies were MSc Chemistry also shown to the girls. Making them relax after a good fun learning day. The PG Chemistry students visited the following schools and organization – The girls were taught steps on the song ‗Kaalachashma‘ and ‗Dhoommachale‘. They loved the performance and enjoyed the dance class. The girls were exposed AP Social Welfare Residential School for girls, Mahindra Hills to Word Building, vocabulary, Elocution, Outbound Session, and Self Defense. Government High School, Secunderabad

Government Primary School, Mahindra Hills SPORTS SarvodayaVidyalaya High School, Malkajgiri Sakina Foundation Trust, Tollichowki The Students have once again done the college proud during this academic year

too. The following are some of the laurels brought by the students. The students taught 6th-10th grade, covering chapters in Maths, Science, and English. Through experimental videos they conducted sessions on Communication 1. Bhuvana Kalava of M.A Ist Year& Sowjanya Bhavisetty of B.A IIIrd Year both skills and personality development. In addition to this, they also demonstrated the in Lawn Tennis represented Indian Tennis Team in World Tennis Association preparation of cold cream and liquid soap and donated the same in social welfare Ranking and also got selected to represent World universities to be held in schools of boys and girls. At Sakina Foundation Trust, the students donated school China, Taipei. bags and stationary to 400 students. 2. Radhey Loya of B.com IIIrd Year World Asian Universities in Softball held at COUNSELLING China. 3. Himani Yadav represented for rest of India in Women‘s Cricket held at New At the beginning of the even semester in November 2016, the PGDCS students Delhi. 4. Rhea Singh, Shradda & Rachana Silveri all three from B.A & Varsha Pawar created awareness about the Counselling cell and propagated extensively through from B.Sc represented South Zone Inter University Basketball held at the campus spreading the message of free and easily available and accessible psychological help to any and all students. The trainees tried to decrease the stigma University of Calicut, Kerala. 5. Jessica, Sakshi.K & Namitha Rupral all three from B.A & M.A represented for associated with mental health problems and encouraged students from all the All India Inter University held at Punjab University, Chandigarh. departments in the college to come forward to seek help for their psychological issues. The counselling cell received an overwhelming response. The counselors 6. Vaishanvi Yadav, Prathima, Pujitha & Ritu Sharma played for South Zone worked together with Ms. Tina F, the present Counelor in the college. Inter University Volleyball tournament held at University of Calicut, Kerala. 7. R.Akhila, Lalitha, Tejaswini & Jaccintha all represented for All India Inter NCC University Baseball held at Punjab University, Chandigarh. 8. Kajal of B.Sc represented for All India Inter University Boxing held at Punjab Total students of NCC cadets in college is 100 University, Patiala. 9. Bhakthi & Suchitra represented for South Zone Inter University Table Tennis Cadets have participated in various camps namely NCC day camp (2) , Local tournament held at Anna University, Chennai secured Bronze Medal. st Republic Day camp (2), SNIC camp (1) also Republic Day Parade New Delhi (1). 10. Sreeja of B.Com I Year represented Indian Table Tennis Tournament Open Competition in Brazil Cadets are also involved in various social events like Yoga day, Anti-drug day , 11. Supriya Dubey represented in All India Inter University Hockey Tournament Haritha Haram, Wild life walk, Blind walk , No cash day rally , I will go out rally held at Mysore & Anna Malai University. to name a few. 12. R. Akhila, Geetanjali, H Imani Yadav, S.Nikitha & S.Nishith all Represented for South Zone Inter University Women‘s Cricket team held Anna University, We have 31 cadets appearing for the NCC ‗B‘ exam and 32 cadets for NCC ‗C‘ Chennai. exam which is being held in the month of Feb‘2017. 13. Rachana Silveri & Varsha both represented senior National Basketball Tournament held at Pondicherry after a lapse of 6 years and secured Silver The NCC Cadets have always made the college proud with their very smart display Medal. of Guard of Honor during all important functions of the college. They are the 14. Pujitha represented senior National Volleyball after a lapse of 18 years from cynosure of every eye during the Independence and Republic day parade at the the college got selected held at Chennai. college. 15. Tejaswini, Samyuktha & Natasha.B represented for Throw ball Nationals for Telangana held at New Delhi.

World of Commerce: The idea behind this event was to enlighten people from a St. Francis College has continuously been taking part in the All Indian open non-commerce background with a practical orientation of how Commerce plays an International Inter Collegiate level Volleyball tournament organized by Bits Pilani, important role in the day to day life of every individual. Hyderabad and our students have won fourth consecutive title in a Row. ESCAPE 2.0: COFEE conducted two main events in the annual intra-college fest PLACEMENT CELL ESCAPE – MerchMerize and Corporate Roadies. ARTHASHASTRA- THE RESURGENCE Placement Training conducted the following training programmes for students : COFEE conducted its biggest and one of the most popular fests of the college as well as the twin cities, ‗ARTHASHASTRA‘ on January 19th, 2017. The club had Outbound training conducted for a batch of 38 students of final year UG for 9 brought the fest back after two years and hence named it ARTHASHASTRA - hours a day in their V semester. THE RESURGENCE 2017. The events for the day were-Battle of Minds, The Vault, Corporate Roadies, Training programmes facilitated by Amazon Qriosity, Mr. and Ms. CEO, Spotlight Fight, Murder Mystery, Click Click, The Mannequin Challenge etc, Aptitude session and fest conducted by Conduira ARISTA Club – Department of Management The Number of students applied for placements was 517. Activities conducted throughout the academic year Till date number of companies visited college is 31 of which we have 239 offers. The few companies like DE Shaw, Deloitte, Amazon, Uber, IBM, Infocusrx,  Portfolio events : The club organized events in different areas of management Fitkids, PAD, Indigo, Unisys, Cognizant , Synchrony Financial, Indus international ranging from Marketing, Human Resources, Finance, Entrepreneurship Development, Business Quiz and Best Manager, throughout the month of School, Infosys etc. visited and further some companies are still in the process of August. recruitment.  Intercollegiate Quiz competitions- . The Capgemini k-circle college quiz fest 2016 – 16 July 2016 - Ardent INTERNSHIP quizzers from the twin cities participated with a lot of enthusiasm. . 17th November 2016 – Inquizition –Annual Intercollegiate Quiz 15 Companies visited college for internship of which we have 202 interns. Competition - Hosted by the BQ team and quizmaster, Madabushi Balasubramanium. Activities of the Student Clubs  Social outreach initiative – Aikarthya -unity of an idea-14th August -25th September 2016 - 19 groups of BMS I Students visited 17 organisations in 1. COFEE Club – Department of Commerce the twin cities and conducted workshops related to personality development, leadership, team building, etiquette, sports, self defence, yoga, gardening, The most vibrant club of St. Francis College for Women, COFEE (Commerce baking, theatre, art and craft, dance and Mathematics. Organization for Emerging Entrepreneurs) embarked on a new journey with the  Industry –academia interface initiative –Edge talks - Empact – plan the investiture ceremony for the 2016-17 batch held on 22nd July, this year. (re)solution theme: social entrepreneurship - December 1 & 2, 2016.

The following events were organized by them: EMPACT gave the students an insight into the world of opportunities of Social Entrepreneurship through a range of seminars, workshops and talks with some eminent personalities.

 Cypher – National intercollegiate Management fest - 11 & 12 January The stalls were a huge success and the students were able to raise a 2017. There were 5 events conducted under each portfolio for the two days of considerable sum for the Seminar. the fest and in order to make the entire framework more challenging, the participants were also given preliminary and overnight tasks. The participating 5. COMMUNIS Club – Dept. of Mass Communication teams were also tested on their team management skills through the early morning group task. Department of Mass Communication club organized workshop on ―Reporting child related issues‖ for budding journalists in collaboration with Tharuni an NGO 2. VOC TALENT Club – Dept. of B.Voc (RM&IT) working for girl child protection, on September 20th, 2016 for undergraduate students of Mass Communication. The Department‘s first ever fest ―Recroi‖ was held on 10 August, 2016. Club organized the third edition of ‗Retail Mantra‘. The theme ―Evolve‖ was COMMUNIS celebrated World Photography Day on 19th August. conducted on 6 December, 2016. 3. RHETORIC – Dept. of Political Science MEDIA SPHERE 2K16 :St. Francis College for Women had conducted one of its biggest inter- college fests- ‗Mediasphere 2k16' on 15th December 2016. ‗Rhetoric‘ conducted an essay writing competition on the topic titled, ―Protection of Environment is Detrimental to Development‖ in August 2016 and the winners Campus Herald is a tabloid-sized newspaper initiated by the Department. A were awarded prizes on 15 August 2016. synthesis of theory and practical knowledge, this project brings the students of Mass Communication face-to-face with the life of a journalist in the real world— 4. PSYCON Club – Dept. of Psychology giving an exposure to reporting, writing, editing and also to related fields of advertising, designing and printing. Every semester two editions will be published, Activities carried on by the Psycon Club: so far 6 editions have been published.

Suicide Prevention Program was organized on 16 September, 2016 in an effort to 6. SMILE Club – Dept. of Social Management create awareness about suicidal crisis and the measures that can be taken to help the distressed. All the students and teachers of the college received a stamp on The department organized Food fests 05th August to raise funds for the Outreach their hands, bearing the messages- ―You cannot be replaced‖ and ―Believe in Extension activity. On 11th January 2016 Social Management students were yourself‖. During the assembly, two songs- Give me some sunshine and Fight instrumental in putting up a Social Outreach Extension activity for 250 street song, both focusing on how life can weigh one down and the importance of children titled ―Umeedho Ka Mela‖ which means ―A Carnival of Hopes‖. fighting back were performed and this was followed by a dance. A skit was staged which aimed at highlighting the symptoms, myths, facts and coping mechanisms 7. QUEST HOUR Club– Dept. of History associated with suicide. Lighted Chinese lanterns were released into the air to signify the acceptance and letting go of pain. The M.sc second year students The History club performed a Flash mob on the eve of Independence Day to bring organized a counselling drive in which they took sessions for students who wished on the patriotic colors and emphasize on the significance of the day! The club also to seek help. organized two field trips for the students. The Colloquium organized for the A fund raising event was held from the 14th to the 22nd of September by the students of the college was also a great success. students of the Psychology to raise money for the National Psychology 8. FIRE Club – Dept. of Economics Seminar which was conducted from the 19th of September to the 23rd of

September. Stalls selling chaat, donuts, cookies and cupcakes were set up The fire club is presently conducting the Raddi Campain by collecting all the old by Delhi Chaat, Donut House and the 1st and 2nd year Psychology students. newspapers and using it for recycling to make use of it in a better way. The

department conducts Weekly quiz based on the newspaper of the week to inculcate They had their annual inter college Nature fest Avani 2017 in January, the habit of reading the newspaper among the students which was a zero waste event and a huge success in helping students Realize, Experience and Indulge.

9. CHANAKYA Club – Dept. of Public Adm. Apart from this they have a four year long project called Herbeno, Value

Out of Waste (VOW), Terra Conscentia and Ecobox. The activities of Chanakya CDPA for 2016-17 started with Yojanao ka Kurukshetra- a competition where students had to analyze and explain various welfare programmes of both State and Central Governments on 12th July, 2016. The Choir They also conducted an educative Treasure Hunt and an essay writing competition on the topic Effects of Demonetization on Public Administration. The Nightingales of Francis are a major part of the great institution, St. Francis. They have been doing a great job in singing songs and worshipping the Lord all 10. SPECTRUM Club – Faculty of Science through the year.

Spectrum Club as a part of ESCAPE 2.0 (Intra Collegiate Fest) organized many The Choir was outstanding in different competitions their participated. events on October 4th 2016. They organized ‗REVIVE ‗a month long program where students and faculty gave away paper wastes and E-wastes. Over 365 Kgs of They bagged the 1st Prize at St. Mary‘s College, 1st Prize at United Carol Singing paper waste was collected over a period of 1 month which was recycled into books Competition at Little Flower High School & 1st Prize at Choir and Band and given to the underprivileged students who visited our college on 26th Nov. competition New Life Assemblies of God Church. 2016. ―GLEE‖ 2016 for under privileged school students was held on 26th Nov. The ALUMNAE events organized for the students were - a dance workshop, magic show and an exhibition of various live and 3D models called ENGIMA AND EUREKA. Some of the highlights of the Alumnae activities for this year include:

th ‗St Francis Got Talent‘ was another exciting intra college event organized by the Alumnae Picnic to Lahari Resorts on 10 Sept 2016: For the first of time the club on 1st Feb. 2017. Around 80 students exhibited their various talents and the alumnae association had a one day picnic to Lahari Resorts. The group comprised event was a great success. of alumnae from the fresh batch to as old as 30 years back. It was such a fun filled day to have this enriching experience and also proposed to make this an annual 11. STRATA Club – Dept. of Statistics event every year.

The ―STRATA CLUB‖ of the department of Statistics has conducted an inter college fest ―SURVEYGANA-2.0‖ on 13th August 2016.

12. PRAKRITI Club

Prakriti Club has been changing the mindsets of the students and drawing them to work for their future, to save what saves us. They started with planting saplings on Van Mahotsav and put up a 'Green Bazar' in ESCAPE where they sold herbal products and much more.

Reunion: 17th December 2016 was a memorable day for St. Francis College for INFRASTRUCTURE Women as the Francisian family got to celebrate both Alumnae reunion and Natale 2016. The retired staff, alumnae staff and students had a get together on that day. The college campus got a face lift in the beginning of the academic year as the The alumnae had two competitions exclusive for them which were Flame less cook college main block got painted and looked so welcoming and new. off and Carol singing. Two Computer Labs. were added in the 1st floor of the PG Block. 40 new systems were installed in the Lab. Another 15 systems will be added in the coming months. 24 CCTV Cameras will be added to the existing ones. Two class rooms were added in the UG Block.

Much was spent also for maintenance work and the purchase of equipment for Science labs. and upgradation of Library.

CONCLUSION

The academic year is still very much alive and a number of interesting activities are lined up for the staff and students. In a few days‘ time for the first time since IQAC the formation of the state the four departments of Social Sciences are coming together to conduct an intense workshop on 9 & 10 February, focusing on the On 13th July the IQAC in collaboration with Placement Cell organized a guest Historical, Political, Economic and Administrative aspects of Telangana. The lecture on “Leadership” for all the Class representatives, SQC representatives and workshop is open for the faculty of the entire Telangana state. Club leaders. The resource person was invited from Cognizant. NAAC Sponsored National level Conference organized by the IQAC of our Orientation to Student Quality Circle (SQC) was conducted for all the first year college will also be held on 3 & 4 March, 2017. students on 19 July, 2016 thereafter election of Student Quality Circle (SQC) representatives from different streams such as Arts, Science, Commerce, Through all these events both academic and co-curricular we are keen in achieving Management and PG were held on 20 September the newly elected members were the vision of providing Holistic Education to our students and making them in turn oriented on their roles and responsibilities as SQC reps. contribute to our society‘s growth and development.

Seminar on “Professionalism at Work Place and Work Ethics” was conducted To conclude this exhaustive report I would like to quote the famous scientist by the IQAC on October 24, 2016 for all the Staff members. Dr. V. Srinivas — Albert Einstein whose words befit the goal of our endeavors. Associate Professor, NSR College of Education was the resource person for the day. ―Excellence is never an accident. It is always the result of focused attention, sincere effort, and intelligent, skillful execution. It represents wise choices among The IQAC coordinators took the feedback of the staff from the students in the many alternatives.‖ month of September /October 2016 for the Odd Semester. The feedback was consolidated and given to the Principal for further necessary action. The Even At this august gathering therefore, I would like to place on record the intelligent semester feedback is planned to be initiated on online basis for which the college work put in by every member of St. Francis family – the management, the teaching management is working towards enhancing the structure. and non-teaching staff and the students, because of whom our college is not only sustaining excellence but enhancing quality education.

My sincere gratitude to the Correspondent & Superior, Sr. Alphonsa Varghese We remain grateful to the UGC, our parent Osmania University & Govt. whose understanding heart and prayerful support has been a great strength for me. authorities who offer us the necessary help & guidance.

Thanks to the Vice Principal Sr. Sandra Horta who, in spite of her PhD work, has Our Chief Guest Ms. Tejdeep Kaur Menon has been part of our institution, right been there in all the decision making meetings, reaching out also to the staff and from her college days and as patron of the alumnae, & in the capacity of her students. position as IPS, she has always helped us in our need. Today‘s cultural program that all of you will witness has been her initiative and I‘m sure you will appreciate Thanks to Sr. Dorine the college treasurer for the tedious job of taking care of all her determination to make a difference through the post assigned to her of the finances in the college. protecting wild life and nature. At this big gathering I wish to acknowledge all the support Madam Tejdeep extends to us. She has been instrumental in sponsoring Thanks to Srs. Rosa and Sagar Mary for looking after the maintenance of the the entire show of our College Day program. All that we can say is ‗A big Thank college and providing the science depts. their laboratory requirements. You Tej and God Bless You‘. Thanks to Neeru‘s for sponsoring this entire show.

I‘m grateful to Sr. Sujatha for taking responsibility of the ICT in the college and The college report has been an exhaustive one, despite the fact that not everything Sr. Sarita who carries on her responsibility in the office. that we have done during the year has been included. Thank you for your patient listening and May God bless each one of you and your family. My deep gratitude to Dr. Uma Joseph, Dean Academics who has assisted me with her wisdom in the planning and execution of all the activities in the college, taking College Day programme is basically taken care of by our 4 Deans students‘ affairs care of the needs of students as well. coordinated by the Vice Principal and Dean Academics.

Sincere thanks to the Controller of examinations Dr. Savitha Sukumar, Additional Thanks to each one of you for staying after college late in the evenings, sacrificing Controller Ms. D.B , the examination committee and the examination branch your time and energy to get ready for this day. God has surely kept a record of all whose unceasing work has been extremely fruitful. your hard work. As a token of our gratitude I invite our Chief Guest to honour you and the Correspondent – Sr. Alphonsa to offer you the floral bouquets. Thanks to all the HODs & faculty of the 28 depts. who have shouldered additional responsibilities and with loyalty and devotion coordinated through the various Once again a big thanks to each one of you. committees & student clubs the huge no. of activities both departmental and college as a whole. (Dr. Sr. Christine Fernandes) The NSS, Sports, NCC and Placement need a special mention as we have seen the laurels they have brought to the college.

To all the Non-teaching & support staff, my deep gratitude for their involvement in the daily functioning of the college, carrying on duty fully the responsibilities assigned to them.

To our benefactors, well-wishers, sponsors‘ of various programs in the college and friends of our institution who have been a great support to us – ‗Thank you and God Bless You‘