NEWSLETTER January – June 2020 Edition - 9

PSG ARTS ALUMNI NEWSLETTER January – June 2020 Edition - 9

PSG COLLEGE OF ARTS & SCIENCE An Autonomous College– Affiliated to the Bharathiar University Accredited with A Grade by NAAC(3rd Cycle) College with Potential for Excellence (Status awarded by the UGC) Star College Status Awarded by DBT-MST An ISO 9001:2015 Certified Institution — 1 — Editorial Board

Patron Shri.L.Gopalakrishnan, Managing Trustee - PSG & Sons’ Charities.

President R.Mahendran, PSG Arts Alumni Association.

Editorial Board Members Dr.R.Swaranalatha, Associate Professor & Head, Department of Management Sciences - Retail Management.

Ms.R.Poornima, Co-ordinator, PSG Arts Alumni Association.

Ms.D.Brindha, Assistant Professor, Visual Communication & Electronic Media.

Mr.C.Senthil Kumar, Instructor, Visual Communication & Electronic Media.

— 2 — Contents Patron Speaks...... 1 President speaks ...... 2 PSG Arts Alumni Association...... 3 Campus Activities...... 4 PSG KADAMBARI 2020...... 4 Think Edu Awards 2020...... 5 Pongal Celebrations @ PSGCAS ...... 5 Inaugural Ceremony of Chemistry (SF) Laboratory ...... 6 MOA with Fu Jen Catholic University, Taiwan ...... 6 Interactive Session on Masters and Research Opportunities in Taiwan...... 6 International Customs Day Celebration 2020...... 6 State Level Technical Workshop on Intellectual Property Rights (Ipr)...... 7 i-WEEK 2020...... 7 Interactive Session on Youth and Nation Building ...... 8 Visit of His Excellency, Honourable Vice President of India, Shri Venkaiah Naidu ...... 8 CASCALL 2020 (IMPORTANT to be published ) ...... 9 Legal Awareness Programme...... 10 EUPHORIA 2020...... 10 Academic Activities...... 11 One-Day National Seminar Establishing Nutri-Cereals Processing Industries (NCPI - 2020)...... 11 Guest Lecture on Contemporary Trends in Radio Programming ...... 12 Workshop on Applications of MS Excel for Business Solutions...... 12 International Industrial Visit to Azerbaijan, Eurasia ...... 12 Extracurricular Activities...... 13 12th Edition COVAI VIZHA - Short Film and Photography Competitions ...... 13 Executrix & Know Your Market 2020...... 13 Workshop on Birds & Butterflies ...... 14 CallTal-2020...... 14 National Conference on Mental Health and Well-Being ...... 14 Student Accolades...... 15 All India Best Cadet Honoured By Prime Minister ...... 15 Online Programmes Organized...... 17 Sports Activities ...... 31 State Level Inter-Collegiate Basketball Tournament for PSG Trophy ...... 31 Alumni Association News ...... 31 Alumni News...... 35 Patron Speaks Dear Alumni,

Greetings!

It has been a while since our last edition of ‘CASIANS,’ the PSG Arts Alumni Newsletter, and I have been looking forward for an opportunity to get back to you during this Covid-19 scenario. I hope all of you are doing well and keeping safe at such an unfortunate pandemic situation. I pray the almighty for your physical health and mental strength to emerge out of this unforeseen state. The numbers are increasing every day, like forest fire, and with herd immunity as the only possible solution, it is our responsibility to ensure that we eat healthy, keep fit, take necessary precautions, and follow the Government guidelines. Let us stand in unison to fight against the coronavirus. Stay distant from, but strong with, each other with hopes to overcome this situation soon, for a better tomorrow. Take care and stay safe.

Shri. L.Gopalakrishnan, Managing Trustee, PSG & Sons’ Charities.

LET THERE BE CHARITY SO THAT OTHER PEOPLE MAY SHARE MY FAMILY’S PROSPERITY Sri . P .S .Govindaswamy Naidu

— 1 — President Speaks

Dear PSG CAS Alumni Greetings and wishes for Good Health….

Welcome to PSG Arts Alumni Association alumni newsletter “Casians” Ninth edition (January to June 2020).

PSG CAS believes and has a very strong culture in building and sustaining relationships with students and thus has a very good connected with the Alma Matter. PSG CAS Alumni Association is proud to have a rich repository of more than 15,000+ registered alumni.

From time to time, these precious Alumni visit the campus and give priceless guidance to the current students with latest trends in the industry and job markets! This further serves to strengthen the placement body of PSG CAS leading to many pre-placement offers even before students finish their course! This kind of strong Alma Connect is unprecedented and hard to match!

We strive to engage with our alumni in various ways. They are invited to interact with students to motivate them about careers through webinars on topics of their expertise. They are consulted with regards to suggestions of industry specific workshops to hone our students’ skills. They also become alumni mentors to our students, thus providing them with first-hand knowledge and experienced advice along with a platform for networking.

In this COVID-19 crisis, we’ve seen young and working age people sacrificing education, income and social connection primarily for the benefit of older and more vulnerable people. Living with the virus teaches us that there are some things we really need – contact with those whom we love – and others that we don’t need. COVID-19 will continue to cause trouble and grief for some time yet, but perhaps we can learn a lesson from it, a new viewpoint can be found: ‘our health matters more than our wallets. Maintain Social Distance, Stay Home Stay Safe.

Happy Reading… R.Mahendran President

— 2 — PSG Arts Alumni Association PSG College of Arts & Science Alumni Association has a full-fledged office from the year 2007. The Alumni Executive Committee meets once in three months. One of the main purposes of our Alumni Association is to support a network of former graduates who will, in turn, help to raise the profile of the college. They participate as mentors and donors for the students. Alumni Association awards scholarships to meritorious students. Every year, our alumni association celebrates Teachers’ Day and honors all the past and present teachers of the college. It organizes two to three fund raising programmes with the support of the Office Bearers and Committee Members to help the students through scholarships. Number of alumni get-togethers and Silver Jubilee Reunions are organized by the PSG Arts Alumni Association.

PSG Arts Alumni Association, C-224, First Floor, C-Block, PSG College of Arts & Science. E-mail: [email protected] Phone: 0422 - 430 3300 / 3317

— 3 — Campus activities

PSG KADAMBARI 2020 The 5th season of PSG Kadamabari – a Carnatic Music Extravaganza from PSG & Sons’ Charities was conducted from 3rd to 6th January 2020. During the inaugural, Classical Bharathanatiyam Dancer, Karuna Sagari was bestowed with the Prestigious ‘Yuva Kala Ratna’ Award by the Chief Guest, ‘Kalaimamani’ S.Natarajan, President, Sri Lakshmi Narasimha Jayanthi Bhagavatha Mela Natya Nataka Sangam, Tanjore.

The 2nd day of PSG Kadambari staged the carnatic music performance of the children of PSG Schools, ‘Kuzhalinidhu Yazhinidhu’ in the presence of ‘Kalaimamani’ Rajhesh Vaidhya who opened the gates of heaven with his melodies.

The 3rd day witnessed the performance of ‘Isai Peroli,’ ‘Kalaimamani’ Nithyasree Mahadevan.

The Grand Finale on the 4th day showcased ‘Cine Raga,’ the undying passion for music by the students of PSG Institutions to the overflowing crowd at PSG IMSR Auditorium.

Dr.J.S.Bhuvaneswaran, Director, PSG Super Speciality Hospital, Dr.D.Brindha, Principal, PSG CAS, Dr.P.V.Mohan Ram, Principal, PSG Institute of Technology and Applied Research, Mr.N.C.Nandagopalan, Secterary, PSG Schools, Mr.B.Chandrasekaran, Station Director, PSG College of Technology, and many other Dignitaries from PSG Institutions graced the event with their honorable presence.

— 4 — Think Edu Awards 2020

PSG College of Arts & Science was chosen one among the 24 institutions rendering outstanding educational services marking a record of quality education. The institution was chosen scientifically by a senior level editorial team based on various parameters. On behalf of the esteemed institution, Dr.D.Brindha, Principal and Dr.T.Kannaian, Secretary received the award from the Honorable Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, Edappadi K. Palaniswami on 9th January 2020 at ITC Grand Chola, Chennai. Honorable Union Minister of Textiles and Women & Child Development, Smriti Irani graced the occasion.

Pongal Celebrations @ PSGCAS Pride and festive cheer marked the ‘Thai Pongal’ celebrations held on 13th January 2020 at PSG CAS. The celebration was amidst the august presence of Dr.T.Kannaian, Secretary, PSG CAS, Dr.D.Brindha, Principal, PSG CAS and Mr. Ramamoorthy, Academic Advisor, PSG Institutions. The celebration was vibrant with the active involvement of students clad in traditional outfits, teaching and non- teaching staff members from all the departments. Foreign students took part and cherished the cultural moments of our traditional Pongal celebrations. Cultural events like Karakattam, Oyilattam, Vallikummi, Kavadiyattam and other folk dances added an enthralling effect to the celebrations.

— 5 — Inaugural Ceremony of Newly Constructed Chemistry (SF) Laboratory The newly constructed chemistry (SF) laboratory was inaugurated on 20th January 2020 by the esteemed dignitaries, Dr.T.Kannaian, Secretary, Dr.D.Brindha, Principal, Dr.A.Anguraj, Vice Principal (Academic Affairs), Dr.M.Jayanthi, Vice Principal (Student Affairs), Dr.M.Umarani, Faculty-In-Charge (Students Affairs) and Dr.M.Hema, Head of the Department of Chemistry (U/A). Dr.D.Brindha, Principal switched on the instruments as a record of inauguration. MOA with Fu Jen Catholic University, Taiwan A Memorandum of Agreement was signed between PSG College of Arts & Science and Fu Jen Catholic University, Taiwan on 24th January 2020. The main focus of this memorandum is to promote academic excellence in terms of students & faculty exchange programs, organizing conferences and tap new areas of research, and to develop the spirit of camaraderie, both the institutions have come forward for academic exchange and cooperation. Interactive Session on Masters and Research Opportunities in Taiwan An interactive session was organized for the students from all life sciences departments on 24th January 2020. The Chief Guests for the session were Mr.Allen Lee, Coordinator of Academic Exchange Centre, Office of International Education and Dr.Fr.V.James, Special Assistant of International Affairs to the President, Fu Jen Catholic University, Taiwan. Around 450 students participated in the session organized to explore various masters and research opportunities available for students in Taiwan with information regarding requirements, application procedure, scholarships, research & lab facilities, hostel facilities and cultural diversities in Taiwan. International Customs Day Celebration 2020 The Department of International Business celebrated ‘International Customs Day 2020’ on 28th January 2020 for the 8th consecutive year in the School of Commerce Conference Hall, PSG CAS. Dr.D.Brindha, Principal delivered the presidential address and Dr.A.Anguraj, Vice Principal felicitated the event. Dr.Raja K Boopalan, CEO, Cargo Bridge Carrier was the Chief Guest and he delivered a special lecture on ‘Cargo Consolidation.’ A total of 119 students of M.Com. IB and 60 students of B.Com. FT participated in this event and gained

— 6 — State-Level Technical Workshop on Intellectual Property Rights (IPR)

A Two-Day State-Level Technical Workshop on Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) was held on 28th and 29th January 2020 at PSG College of Arts & Science, Coimbatore under the aegis of the Tamil Nadu State Council of Science and Technology, Chennai. It was catalysed and sponsored by the Department of Science and Technology, Government of India, New Delhi. Dr.D.Brindha, Principal delivered the inaugural address and Dr.T.Kannian, Secretary, felicitated the event. Around 200 participants from local and outside colleges from Science, Engineering, Siddha, Pharmacy and Ayurveda disciplines participated.

Dr.R.Srinivasan, Member Secretary, Tamil Nadu State Council for Science and Technology (TNSCST) delivered the keynote address sensitizing the young researchers about patenting. Sri.Thiyagaraja Guptha, Assistant Controller of Patents, Patent Office, Chennai suggested emulating the great immortal of India, G.D. Naidu, Son of the Soil. Sri.Varaprasad Kukatla, Assistant Controller of Patents, Patent Office, Chennai appraised the scope for innovation. The resource person for the technical session for two days were Dr.Usha Rani Nanthini, Associate Professor and HOD i/c, Department of Biotechnology, Mother Teresa Women’s University, Kodaikanal, Mrs.Gomati Padma Thilaga, Registered Patent Agent & IP Consultant, Women Scientist C (KIRAN-IPR, DST), Mrs.Preethi Narayanan, Patent Consultant, Chennai, Mrs.Lakshmi, Senior Examiner of GI, Quasi Judicial Officer, Office of the Controller General of Patents, Designs and Trade Marks, Intellectual Property India, Chennai, and Sri.T. Srinivasan, Patent Consultant, Chennai. i-WEEK 2020

Innopreneurs Club of PSG CAS celebrated the inter-collegiate event, i-Week 2020 from 3rd to 7th February 2020. Dr.D.Brindha, Principal, inaugurated and the Faculty Mentor of the Club, Dr.R.Swaranalatha presented the preamble to the event and the report of activities initiated by the club for the academic year 2019-20. The Chief Guest, Mr.Arumugham Sankaran, Co-founder, Mango Education, Coimbatore shared his business experiences and stressed upon the importance of passion and focus to excel in the business. The Founder President of Innopreneurs Club, Mr.Darshan Davey, Past Presidents and alumni members of the club graced the event and were honoured by the Innopreneurs club for their presence.

— 7 — There was overwhelming participation from the students for events like i-quiz, Heart-in-art, Clash of minds, Ideate, Meraki, Logoster, Corporate Chanakya, IPL Auction and Double or nothing. i-bazaar was organized on 4th and 5th February 2020, wherein students displayed their marketing and business skills through attractive display and sales of multifarious products in food and commercial stalls. Winners were distributed with attractive cash prizes and certificates. Interactive Session on Youth and Nation Building An interactive session on Youth and Nation Building was organised by PSG CAS on 17th February 2020. Dr.A.Anguraj, Vice principal, welcomed the gathering and Dr.D.Brindha, Principal delivered the presidential address. The Chief Guest was Mr.Nithyanandam Narayanswamy, Founder, Thiyana foundation. He is a volunteer of United Nations and the member of the International Youth Council and has received many awards and appreciations from the Government and NGOs for his selfless service for almost three decades.

Mr.Nithyanandam appreciated the efforts of the B.A. (Hons) Department for the involvement in the UN social project –The Zero Hunger Challenge of United Nations. As a mark of appreciation for their contribution of Rs.45 Lakhs by marketing clay pots to revive the life of poor clay potters, an official invite to participate in the United Nations conference was distributed by Dr.D.Brindha to 11 students of BA (Hons) and Dr.V.B Mathipurani, the project lead of ZEHCHA PSG. Around 1200 students from all the aided and unaided departments attended the interactive and inspiring session. Visit of His Excellency, Honourable Vice President of India, Shri Venkaiah Naidu

His Excellency, Honourable Vice President of India, Shri Venkaiah Naidu visited PSG College of Arts & Science on 21st February 2020. His Excellency was accompanied by Shri.Udumalai K.Radhakrishnan, Minister for Animal Husbandry (Tamil Nadu), Shri.G.R.Karthikeyan, Founder Trustee, PSG & Sons’ Charities, Shri.L.Gopalakrishnan, Managing Trustee, PSG Institutions, Dr.D.Brindha, Principal, PSG CAS, Dr.T.Kannaian, Secretary, PSG CAS, Trust members, Heads of PSG Institutions, Heads of various Departments, staff members and selected students of PSG CAS, PSG iTech and PSG College of Technology.

— 8 — Shri.G.R.Karthikeyan delivered the welcome address. Shri.Venkaiah Naidu enthralled the students with his valuable address that encompassed the values required for generation ‘Z’ with specific focus on the importance of hard work, discipline and confidence. His speech was a deliberation on the physical and mental fitness of the youth. Shri.L.Gopalakrishnan delivered the vote of thanks.

CASCALL 2020 Cascall 2020, a South-Indian Mega Cultural Intercollegiate Event was organised by Manavar Manram (Aided) on 28th February 2020. Ms.Sujitha S., Founder-CEO, Million Dots Campaigner, change.org was the Chief Guest Dr.D.Brindha, Principal, presided over and Dr.T.Kannaian, Secretary felicitated the function. Retired staff members were honoured by the Principal and the Secretary. CASMAG cover design competition winners were awarded books worth Rs.1000/-. Manavar Manram contributed a sum of Rs.1 Lakh towards PSG Extension Programme for five adopted villages. From 42 colleges, more than 800 participants exhibited their talents in Cascall 2020. Participants from Holy Cross College, Trichy won the overall Championship and PSG College of Pharmacy were the runners up.

— 9 — Legal Awareness Programme

A Legal Awareness Programme was organised by PSG College of Arts and Science on 4th March 2020 sponsored by National Commission for Women, Government of India, New Delhi. The theme of the programme was Criminal, Civil and Cyber Laws. Dr.D.Brindha, Principal, delivered the presidential address. Thiru.R.Nandakumar, Senior GM (Legal & Admin.), Leap Green Energy Pvt. Ltd., Coimbatore, inaugurated the programme and addressed the criminal and legal issues faced by women. Dr.T.Kannaian, Secretary, felicitated the event. Mr.S.Gnanasekaran, Sub Inspector of Police (Law & Order), Peelamedu Branch, Mr.M.Sundara Kadeswaran, Advocate, Mr.S.N.Ravichandran, Joint Secretary, Cyber Society of India, Coimbatore Chapter and Ms.Sherya Kallingal, Advocate, addressed the participants and interacted with them on the everyday challenges of life and suggested proactive measures to create safe social and cyber space. Around 220 students from colleges in and around Coimbatore and 32 women employees from service-oriented unorganized sectors attended the programme. EUPHORIA 2020

South India’s Grand Intercollegiate Cultural Fest, Euphoria was organised by the Manavar Manram (U/A) of PSG CAS on 7th March 2020. The Chief Guest was Mr.‘Madampatty’ Rangaraj, Actor, Chef, and Entrepreneur. Dr.D.Brindha, Principal delivered the presidential address and Dr.T.Kannaian, Secretary and Dr.A.Anguraj, Vice Principal, felicitated the gathering.

— 10 — The Manavar Manram (U/A) contributed Rs.2 Lakhs to the Principal, towards the extension activity programme for the villages adopted by the PSG institutions.

Around 350 participants from 45 colleges participated in various competitions and PSG College of Pharmacy won the overall trophy. Certificates and cash prizes were distributed to the winners. Applications for 2020-21 Admissions Issue of applications for 2020-21 admissions commenced on 16th March 2020. Offline applications for admission to UG programmes were given on 16th and 17th March 2020 in the college campus. Due to COVID-19 lockdown announcements, and guidelines by the Government to avoid public gathering, offline application issue was suspended. Online applications have been made available till date. For PG programmes, only online applications are available and are being issued from 16th March 2020. Applicants to various UG and PG programmes are applying online on the college website. Academic Activities

One-Day National Seminar on Entrepreneurship Development in Establishing Nutri-Cereals Processing Industries (NCPI - 2020)

The Department of Food Processing Technology and Food Processing Centre organised a One-Day National Seminar on Entrepreneurship Development in Establishing Nutri-Cereals Processing Industries (NCPI - 2020) on 24th January 2020 at the Library Conference Hall.

Dr.D.Brindha, Principal, delivered the presidential address and Dr.K.Kannaian, Secretary felicitated the event. Mr.S.V.Elango, Founder and CEO, Adhisurya Foods, Pollachi inaugurated the seminar.

The resource persons where Dr.S.Balasubramanian, Principal Scientist, ICAR – Central Institute for Agricultural Engineering, Regional Centre, Coimbatore, and Mr.R.Senthil Raj, Managing Director, Mahko Impex, Coimbatore,

Around 333 participants had attended, amongst whom 187 students, 3 research scholars and 7 faculty members had turned out from 10 different institutions all around Tamil Nadu. Papers were presented by 26 participants and 3 best papers were selected and awarded.

— 11 — Guest Lecture on Contemporary Trends in Radio Programming The Department of Journalism and Mass Communication organized a guest lecture on ‘Contemporary Trends in Radio Programming.’ Dr.K.Padmakumar, Head of Corporate Communication at Manipal Institute of Higher Education addressed the media students of PSG College of Arts and Science at the Media Studio on 6th February 2020. He guided the aspiring Radio Jockeys on voice modulation.

Workshop on Applications of MS Excel for Business Solutions

A one-day workshop on ‘Applications of MS Excel for Business Solutions’ was organised by the Department of BBA (RM) for their final year BBA-RM students on 19th February 2020 in the 2nd Floor Seminar Hall. The resource person was Mr.Kumarvelan M. Kaadai, Facilitator and coach with 15 years of experience in people development and setting standards in people and process. International Industrial Visit to Azerbaijan, Eurasia

A One-Week International Industrial Visit was organized by the Department of M.Com. (IB) from 24th February to 1st March 2020 to Azerbaijan and its capital, Baku. Around 30 students along with 2 faculty members visited the Scientific, Cultural, and Industrial Center of Azerbaijan and its capital, Baku. The visit began with campus visit to Azerbaijan Marine Academy where the students visited four scientific research laboratories and viewed the modern equipments and stimulators in the Port of Baku,

— 12 — Main Cargo Terminal (MCT) located in downtown Baku city. Being the world class green port and logistics centre, students were excited to view the latest innovative environmental practices followed in energy and waste management, and the activities adopted to reduce environmental and energy footprints. The students witnessed the smooth disembarking and loading of cargo, operations of diesel locomotives, railroad and truck scales. On day 3, students visited the State Oil Corporation and Oil Refineries.

Students also visited the palace of the Shirvanshas, the iconic stone Maidan tower and contemporary landmarks like the Heydar Aliyev Centre, flame towers, three pointed skyscrapers and Gabala city. The students enjoyed the dual benefit of gaining practical knowledge of the international logistics management as well as the culture and tradition of the country through this international visit. Extracurricular activities

12th Edition COVAI VIZHA - Short Film and Photography Competitions

As part of the 12th edition of Coimbatore Vizha 2020 celebrations from 3rd to 12th January 2020, the Department of Visual Communication and Electronic Media, PSG College of Arts and Science, Coimbatore organised Short Film and Photography competitions on 8th January 2020 at GRD Auditorium, PSG CAS. The event was inaugurated by our respected Principal, Dr.D.Brindha, Dr.T Kannaian, Secretary, Dr.A.Anguraj, Vice Principal and Mr.V.Saravanaa – Head, PR &CC, PSG Institutions felicitated the awards ceremony.

Mr.Pavel Navageethan, Actor, Director and Writer, was the Chief Guest and Judge for the Short Film competition. Out of 46 short film entries from all around Tamilnadu, 18 were shortlisted and screened. Mr.Pavel announced the winners and gave away the awards and certificates to the winners of the short film competition.

Mr.Ashwyn Warrier, Photographer, Graphic Designer and Film Maker was the Chief Guest and Judge for the photography competition themed ‘Preserving the Culture and Heritage of Coimbatore’ and ‘Street Photography of Coimbatore’. Out of 60 entries from various colleges all over Tamilnadu, prizes and awards were distributed to the winners in each theme including a Special Jury award. Executrix & Know Your Market 2020 Management Association of BBA has the tradition of encouraging its students to organize its flagship events, ‘Executrix’ and ‘Know Ur Market’ every year to imbibe professional organizing and management skills among them. Executrix is a state level intercollegiate event designed with management games and talent hunt competitions to highlight the uniqueness and competitiveness of the participants. This year, the events fell on 25th and 26th February

— 13 — 2020 and the Chief Guest was Mr.Soundhar Rajhan, Business Head, Machine Tool, Foundry Divisions & ATC, Lakshmi Machine Works Ltd. Around 300 students from 20 different colleges participated in this mega event. Workshop on Birds & Butterflies The Eco Club of PSG CAS conducted a two-day workshop on ‘Birds and Butterflies’ watching and documenting on 5th and 6th March 2020. The resource person, Dr.N.Krishna Kumar, IFS, Former Head, Tamil Nadu Forest Force inaugurated the Dawn Chorus 2020, an event on Birds and Butterflies and initiated the bird count in the campus. Around 150 participants along with the office bearers of Coimbatore Nature Society participated in the workshop.

CallTal-2020

In view of National Science Day, as part of Institutional Innovation Council activities, various inter- departmental competitions were conducted by the Department of Food Processing Technology on 5th and 6th March 2020 with the theme ‘Role of Food Processing in Healthy Nation.’ About 100 Students from various departments participated in the essay writing, slogan writing and poster presentation competitions. An exhibition was conducted where students displayed exhibits relating to minimising food wastage, healthy eating practices, innovations and recent trends in food technology. Students also conducted games such as Food Dumb Charades and Mute Mode On as part of the event. The winners were awarded with certificates. National Conference on Mental Health and Well-Being

With the prevalence of rising mental health concerns across the globe, a National Conference on Mental health and Well-being (NCMW 2020) was organized by the Department of Psychology in association with Tamil Nadu Association of Clinical Psychologists (TNACP) on 13th and 14th March 2020.

— 14 — Dr.K.Ramachandran, Scientist ‘H’ & Director of Defence Institute of Psychological Research (DIPR), DRDO, New Delhi and Dr.Jamuna Rajeswaran, Professor, Department of Clinical Psychology and Head of Neuropsychology Unit, National Institute of Mental Health & Neurosciences (NIMHANS), Bengaluru were the Chief Guests. Dr.A.Thirumoorthy, Head, Department of Psychiatric Social Work, NIMHANS, Dr.B.N.Roopesh, Additional Professor, Department of Clinical Psychology, NIMHANS, Dr.A.Velyudhan, Dean, Social Sciences and Head, Department of Psychology, Bharathiar University, Dr.K.Rangasamy, President, Tamil Nadu Association of Clinical Psychologists, Dr.D.Dhanapal, Managing Trustee and Correspondent Kovai Vidhyashram Schools, Dr.T.Veeramani , Head, Department of Psychology, Government Arts College, Coimbatore, Dr.S.Gayatridevi, Head, Department of Psychology, Avinashilingam University were the distinguished Guests of Honour.

The conference was conceptualized with the support and guidance of the Chief Patron, Shri.L.Gopalakrishnan, Managing Trustee, PSG Institutions, Dr.T.Kannaian, Secretary and the Chairperson, Dr.D.Brindha, Principal. Around 350 delegates from 6 states of South India, representing over 60 institutions, and more than 40 practicing clinical / counselling psychologists participated in the conference.

Professor R.Thangapandian, who served the Department of Psychology, PSG CAS for over three decades was honoured with ‘Eminent Professor Award’ for his sustained contribution and scholarly support to other PSG Institutions, like PSG College of Nursing and PSG College of Physiotherapy for over 20 years. Student Accolades All India Best Cadet Honoured By Prime Minister

Flight Cadet. Gaffney Jerel of II B.Sc. Electronics (Aided) attended the National Cadet Corps (NCC) rally for Republic Day at the Cariappa Parade Ground, New Delhi. He won the All India Best Cadet- Senior Level honor and received the Gold Medal and PM Baton from the Honorable Prime Minister Narendra Modi by excelling in several rounds like general knowledge, extempore, group discussion, firing, drill, personal interview etc. He was also presented the prestigious DG NCC Commendation Card, the decorative badge with a cash award of Rs.2,500/-.

Chief of Air Staff appreciated him with individual trophy for the Best Cadet of Air wing and this is the first one of a kind.

DG NCC appreciated him for his achievement and awarded a cash prize of Rs.21,000/-. Mr.K.A.Sengottaiyan, Minister for School Education, Government of Tamil Nadu appreciated him with a cash prize of Rs.10,000/- and Rs.2,500/- for his overall performance.

— 15 — Republic Day Parade Participation of NCC Cadets of Air Wing at New Delhi Flight Cadet. Sathishkumar S., II B.Sc. Electronics was selected to represent Tamil Nadu, Pondicherry and Andaman & Nicobar Directorate in the Republic Day Camp 2020 held at New Delhi. He was a flight commander for NCC contingent for Republic Day parade marching at Rajpath, New Delhi on 26th January 2020.

— 16 — Online Programmes Organized

Type (FDP/Quiz/ No. of Participants Seminar/Sympo- Sl. No. Department Title of the Programme Date Resource Person with Designation Outcome of the Programme sium/Workshop In- etc.) Outside house Mr . Prasanna Balasubramanian, Principal Consultant, PWC

Mr . NagrajShanmugam-,Facilitator& Behavioral Bridging The Gap between College & Science Orientation Expert . Dr . Jerry Jean- Assistant 1 English (UA) Symposium 17/05/2020 185 NIL Students had enough guidance to choose their path Career Professor of English PSGCAS .

ManojjDhinakaran-student,I MA,,PSGCASPrithivi- Maruthachalam-student,BE . CS, CEG

18/05/2020 to It helps to student to understand the various econom- 2 QUIZ Online Quiz on Principle of Economics - 786 NIL 22/05/2020 ics concepts .

Economics (A) Dr . L . Venkatachalam, Participant were understood the new dimensions in Professor, the Economy Post-COVID-19, They aware economics The New Normal Economy under the 3 Webinar 21/05/2020 Madras Institute of Development Studies (MIDS), 269 NIL models and methods suggested by the resource per- Post COVID- 19 Era Gandhinagar, Adyar, son for the present situation . 81 .4% rated content and Chennai – 600020 . coverage was excellent .

28/04/2020 to Mr .SenthilMurugan, 05/05/2020 Beygan Robotics Founder, Programmer, 110 NIL 29/04/2020 Rajapalayam . Dr .B .Ponni, HOD, Department of Tamil, SFR Art 30/04/2020 122 NIL & Science College, Sivagasi . Mr .D Saravanan 1/5/2020 129 NIL Advocate, CNICA, Chennai . Mr .Saravanaraj 1/5/2020 129 NIL Advocate,Darmapuri . Tamil Teachers Learn Tamil Computing Techniques for 4 Tamil (UA) Workshop KaniniVazhiKatralKarppithalNutpangal Mr .DevidRajamani Teaching 2/5/2020 122 NIL World Tamil Software open community, Newjesy, USA . Ms . A .Kamatchi, 3/5/2020 79 NIL (Retired) Department of Linguistics, Chidambaram . Dr .R .Gunaseelan, 4/5/2020 Asst .Prof in Tamil, 112 NIL P .S .G College of Arts & Science, Coimbatore – 14 .

Ms .SugandhiNadar, 5/5/2020 113 NIL Founder, Tamil Unlimited, USA .

The students from Ug to Ph .D came to know about the pros and cons online education in rural areas . The Challenges and Responses for Online Dr .C .Venkatachalam, Former Head, dept .ofsociology program drove the students to carry a research in this 5 Sociology (A) Webinar 22/05/2020 44 74 Education In Rural India Periyar University, Salem . contemporary topic and also enabled the students to analyse the need for practical classes in medical and veterinary sciences

— 17 — Dr . R SrinidhiNithyanand Consultant Psychiatrist - KMCH, Coimbatore

Dr . B Selvaraj Associate Professor (Psychology), Government Arts College, Coimbatore Sensitized the participants about the Behavioral, Psy- Three Day Webinar Series on COVID 19/05/2020 – 6 Psychology (A) Webinar Mr . KP Naachimuthu 136 300 chosocial, and Emotional impact of COVID 19, and the 19 & Mental Health 21/05/2020 Assistant Professor (Psychology), PSG College of Arts & coping strategies Science, Coimbatore .

Mr . P Thamilselvan Assistant Professor (Psychology), PSG College of Arts & Science, Coimbatore

05/04/2020 at the Our Faculties Many Public audience followed and recite the ramana- RAMA NAMA RECITAL prayer of time of Lighting the 7 Music programme world recovery from Dept . Students NIL and public ma while lighting the lamp and Sent us Message and lamp as per our PM Covi d19 audience appreciate the prog . Says Carnatic Music (UA)

Students self Webinar on Indian music and western Student are benefited and get knowledge about west- 8 Development Pro- 25/05/2020 Dept . student from IIIBA 49 NIL Music some parallel Concepts gramme ern music system also

01/05/2020 to It creates awareness to those who have attended 9 Physics (UA) Quiz General Awareness Quiz on COVID-19 NA 2209 6169 2/5/2020 about the pandemic COVID-19 disease .

Webinar on “In search for Coronavirus Dr .LoganathanRangasamy, Associate Professor treatments: Challenges and Opportu- DBT Ramalingaswami Re-entry Fellow nities” Organised by Dr.S.Manonmani Centre for Biomaterials, Cellular and Molecular Ther- 21/05/2020 97 55 - Head & Associate Professor nanostics(CBCMT) Department of Chemistry(A), PSG CAS Vellore Institute of Technology (VIT) , CBE Vellore, Tamil Nadu, India . 10 Chemistry (A) Webinar

Dr .J .P .Rajapandian Webinar on “Analytical techniques” Research Scientist, Organised by Dr.S.Manonmani Institute of Analytical Chemistry, Head & Associate Professor 22/05/2020 161 55 - Department of Chemistry(A, PSG CAS Prof . DelevBelder’s Group, , CBE University of Leipzig, Germany .

1 . Dr .Kishore Kumar P .K Al MusannaCollge of Technology, How to write a strong and effective article,with effec- Mathematics Modern Techniques in Research writ- Sultanate of Oman . tive title and how to choo se keywords advanced and 11 Webinar 15/05/2020 20 169 (UA) ing and citation impact carefully,how to collaborate with foreign authors are 2 . Dr .Chakravarthula S K Raju taught with nice presentation and information . GITAM University Bangalore .

— 18 — Dr . PriyankaDutta, DST-INSPIRE Faculty Webinar Recent Trends in COVID-19 diagnosis To create awareness on techniques involved in diagno- 12 22/05/2020 42 58 (Seminar) PSGCAS Dr . Ramanathan,MD sis of COVID-19 ACE International Pvt Ltd, Singapore . Dr . V . Kovaichelvan, Director, TVS Institute for Q & L, Bengaluru .

Biochemistry (A) Dr . Jyothi Kumar, Dean, School of Business Studies & Social Sciences, Christ University, Bengaluru . Quality Enhancement 14/05/2020 to The participants understand the concepts of outcome 13 FDP Through OBE in Higher Education al 190 55 Institutions 17/05/2020 Dr . P . Muthupandi, Asst . Prof . Dept . of Education, based education implemented in the curriculum . MKU, Madurai .

Dr . Senthilnathan, Director (FAC) UGC-HRDC, Bharathi- dasan University, Tiruchirappalli .

Awareness online quiz on COVID-19, 14 Biochemistry (A) Quiz 1/5/2020 - 2209 6169 COVID-19 awareness quiz PSGCAS

Dr . PriyankaDutta, DST INSPIRE Scientist, NCCS, Pune . Biochemistry 15 Seminar Recent Trends in COVID 19 Diagnosis 22/05/2020 30 80 The diagnosis and impact of COVID on Economy (UA) Dr . Ramanathan Founder CEO, ACE International Pte Ltd, Singapore . Mr . RAMESH . L Managing Director, Beta Technologies Pvt . Ltd ., Coim- batore . Good feedback from the participants, that they got the 16 Webinar Fundamentals of IoT 20/05/2020 185 298 Ms . SUBHASHREE good information about the IoT Electronics (UA) Embedded Engineer, Beta Technologies Pvt . Ltd ., Co- imbatore . Mr . C . VIVEK From the participants side they gave good feedback Recent Trends in Automotive Tech- 17 FDP 25/05/2020 Software Project Manager, Visteon Technical and Ser- 20 80 about the latest information about the automotive nologies vices Centre, Chennai . electronics

Dr .Deena Roy, Associate Professor, Department of Awarness about the practical aspects of logistics was Warehouse Design and Management 11/5/2020 202 NIL Management Science Middle East College Muscat . inculcated among the students of commerce depart- 18 Seminar Er .P .Santhana Krishnan, Industrial Expert, Coim- An insight about what IPR is about was given to the Intellectual Property Rights 16/05/2020 234 NIL batore . students BCom (Aided)

Mr . JairajRajaram, Impact of Covid-19 on the Global National Australia Bank, Faculty member were oriented on Impact of Covid 19 19 Webinar 20/05/2020 27 71 Economy Melbourne, on the Global Economy Australia .

Mrs .VanajaShankar,FounderDirector of Banxzu Train- Students learned aboutvarious challenges after- 21/05/2020 146 NIL ing and Development . COVID19 . Challenges of Banking Industry after COVID19 Stress Management Dr .G .Senthilkumar Students learned howto manage and overcome stress with COVID19 Chairman,HELIKX 22/05/2020 139 NIL as theyare not used to thecurrent situation everbefore open School and Learning 20 BCom - A (UA) Webinar COVID19 . Centre,Salem .

Mr .ChristopherDevakumar Discussion on Students gained exposure about various avenues of Investment&Wealth 25/05/2020 Assistant Professor PES 128 NIL investment and wealth management Management University,Bangalore .

— 19 — Challenges of Banking Industry After Ms . Vanaja Shankar, Founder & Director, Banxzu Train- 21/05/2020 146 NIL Useful and Informative COVID 19 ing and Development Solutions, Mumbai .

21 BCom – B (UA) Webinar Dr . G . Senthil Kumar, Chairman, Helikx Open School Stress management with COVID 19 22/05/2020 139 NIL Useful and Informative and Learning Centre, Salem .

Discussion on Investments and Dr . Christopher Devakumar, Assistant Professor, PES 25/05/2020 128 NIL Useful and Informative Wealth Management University, Bangalore . Ms .Rachel Premnath CEO Point Perfect Technology Solutions

Mr . K .RamakrishnanCorning Inc USA

Mr . ChenthurRaghav Co Founder A + R Architect BCom (CS-A) Post Covid -19 ? Paradise Or Night 22 Webinar 28/05/2020 80 53 Overall Excellent (UA) Mare Ms . ShrinithiVenkatesa Mohan Founder Sashwam Life Schppl Mr . Prem Nanda Gopal Co Founder, Sashwat Shuttle Ssloom CA .K .P .Gopinath Partner GGA Associates To gain knowledge about latest amendments act BCom (CS-B) Latest Amendments in Corporate 23 Seminar 22/05/2020 Mr . G .Balasubramaniam, FCS,Company Secretary 162 - passed in corporate laws by our government during (UA) Laws COVID-19 Ca .K .Ravi, CFO-Roots Group Of Companies, Coim- batore .

Cs .G .Balasubramania, Company Secretary Roots Acquired the knowledge on the Regulatory Changes, Covid – 19 & Aftermath In World 06/05/2020 to 24 Webinar – FDP Multiclean Ltd ., Coimbatore . 260 - Challenges in Economic Growth and Global Market – Economy 08/05/2020 Post Covid -19 . BCom (PA) (UA) Mr .Nirmal Kumar,Regional Manager, Middle East And Africa,RootsMulticlean Ltd ., UAE .

Webinar – Stu- 25 dents Develop- CA Aspirants Carrier Prospects 26/05/2020 CA . K . .Jalapathi 250 - Students acquired the carrier prospects insights ment Programme

Dr .B .Arthi, Cyber Security- A Key to Lock Cyber Assistant Professor, Knowledge to secure the Computer and Mobile and 13/05/2020 160 NIL Crimes Department of Commerce, data stored Urumu Dhanalakshmi College, Trichy . 26 BCom (BPS) (UA) Seminar Ms .R .Sivagami, Fitness Expert, Stay Fit and Safe with Yoga 14/05/2020 117 NIL Stay Fit Yogam Yoga, Coimbatore .

Dr . ChinniahAnbalagan, Professor of Accounting & Finance, Research Advisor , Gained Knowledge on how to overcome Financial Crisis 27 BCom (FS) (UA) Webinar COVID19 – Financial Crisis 14/ 05/2020 114 184 College of Business and Economics Samara University, during COVID19 Senate Member, Samara City, Ethiopia .

Dr .Ramesh Subramanian, BCom (A & F) Monetary Policy:Prominence on Gained knowledge on essence of monetary policy for 28 Webinar 20/05/2020 Professor in IFMR B-School, Former AGM,RBI, 18 48 (UA) Financial Management financial management Chennai-6

— 20 — Faculty Develop- Research and Publications in e-Infor- Dr . Rajesh Singh, Awareness towards H-index, citations and strategies 29 BCom (FT) (UA) 14/05/2020 73 167 ment Programme- mation Environment Deputy Librarian, University of Delhi, New Delhi . towards increasing the online visibility of publications .

Mr . M . Sathya Kumar LLB,ACMA, ACA, CS, CIMA-ACMA BCom (e-com) Development Schemes provided for SMSE by Govern- 30 FDP Economic Impact of COVID 19 19/05/2020 (UK), Founder – Tycoon Academy Revolutionizing CA 70 132 -(UA) ment Coaching

Dr .C .KarthigaiPrakasam, Associate Professor & Coor- BCom (B & I) “Enhancing Teaching & Learning The Participants gained knowledge on enhancing 31 FDP 18/05/2020 dinator – M .com, Department of Commerce, Christ 37 165 (UA) Through Course Plans”. teaching and learning through course plans . (Deemed to be University), Bangalore . Mr . RohitShaju, Payroll & Finance Administrator, Students understood about the recent trends in digital Current trends in Digital Marketing 20/05/2020 120 NIL Woolworths, marketing . BCom (RM)- 32 Webinar New Zealand . (UA) Mr . AravindhakshanSekar, Impact of COVID on traditional The working of business models post COVID was un- business models and opportunities in 27/05/2020 Senior Manager –Finance, 135 NIL derstood by the students . digitization CEAT Limited, Chennai . The session provided a clear understanding on the Mr . RajagopalUlaganathan “Investment Pattern and Opportunity movement of shares& price index in the capital mar- 33 BCom (BA)- (UA) Webinar 16/05/2020 CEO& Founder 49 40 before and after COVID 19” ket &investment opportunities prior to and in the post Startup Street, Coimbatore . COVID 19 periods . Dr . T . Ravi , Transparency in evaluation and how to make students BCom (CMA) – Online Education: Challenges and 34 Webinar 27/05/2020 Professor, Modern College of Business and Science, 78 64 to take part in online class, (UA) Solutions Sultanate of Oman ways to overcome the challenges in online teaching

Participants have understood the Fundamentals of 35 FDP Fundamentals of Share trading 12/5/2020 Ms . Nancy 129 122 Share trading Banking, Stock & Insurance (UA) Equipping Professional Certified Pub- Basic understanding about the professional degree 36 Webinar 26/05/2020 Mr . V . B . Arun Kumar 42 NIL lic Accountant and about CPA .

Dr S KamalRaj, Webinar Happy living amid COVID - 19 29/05/2020 Assistant Professor, 27 37 Awareness about COVID – 19 and preventive measures PSG IMSR .

20 .05 .2020 - Wednesday - 4:00pm - 5:30pm The Art and Science of being Healthy Women Dr . S .Vishranthi, PSG IMSR .

21 .05 .2020 - Thursday - 4:00pm - 5:30pm Pshycho-social Issues of Working Women 37,38 BBA (IS)- (UA) Dr . R .Endumathi, Mathi’s Mind Care Clinic . Women’s Wellbeing: The Timeless 20/05/2020 to Understanding of issues related to physical health, Webinar Series 100 143 Concerns 23/05/2020 mental health, cyber safety and legal rights of women 22 .05 .2020 - Friday - 4:00pm - 5:30pm Combatting Online Gender Based Violence Mr . Dinesh Paranthagan, Hackup Technology .

23 .05 .2020 - Saturday - 4:00pm - 5:30pm Legal Empowerment for Betterment Ms B S Ajeetha, Advocate, Chennai .

— 21 — Mr .LokeshAmbigapathy, The resource person spoke about the Leadership Strat- Leadership in Crisis 12/5/2020 HR-Head SouthMetropolis, 110 60 egies to be followed in time of Crisis . Healthcare,Chennai .

Mr . S .Ganesan, Head-Education Initiatives-LSC**& BBA – Logistics The Resource Persons spoke about skill requirements, Impact of COVID-19 on Logistics 39 with PGDBM FDP 14/05/2020 100 23 How skilling is done ,How COVID-19 has impacted the Skilling Ms . Gayathri Harish, (UA) Head-skilling in schools & Logistics Industry Logistics sector skill council Academia Linkage-LSC** Mr .RavindraRajwade, The participants understood the significance & role of Role od Freight Forwarders 22/05/2020 Executive Director, 110 60 Freight Forwarders in import & export of Goods Associated GlobalLogistics Pvt Ltd-Mumbai . Dr.Deeptha Sukumar, Nutrition & International Vitamin D & it’s Role on Prevention of Associate Professor, All the participants actively participated in the discus- 40 25/05/2020 72 175 Dietetics (A) Webinar COVID 19` Drexel University, sion Philadelphia, USA . Mr .John D’Rosaria, The COVID-19 Effect-the Permanence Certification Manager, Omam&Regional Technical Highlight the effect of COVID in different industrial 41 Webinar 26/05/2020 39 72 of Change Manager-Middle East Region, Bureau Veritas Certifica- sectors tion .

Drawing To create awareness among children related to food Opportunities in Food Processing 29/05/2020 - NIL 22 processing sectors . Food Processing Or Safe Food Handling Practices Technology (UA) Online creativity Story Writing 29/05/2020 - NIL 6 Enhance their creativity skills in this lockdown period . contest “My Quarantine Days” 42 Competition for E –poster Create an awareness of COVID boosting foods for School students 29/05/2020 - 10 83 “Immune foods to boost COVID 19” children

Meme Creation 29/05/2020 - 10 20 Awareness on COVID among college students “Awareness on COVID 19”

Dr . VijayshankarAsokan, Gained Basic Knowledge about Artificial Intelligence , Importance of Mathematics in Artifi- Mathematics Chalmers University of Technology, Sweden machine Learning and Image Processing , 43 Webinar cial intelligence & Machine Learning 13/05/2020 27 113 with CA (UA) Learnt about Data science and Data mining and Usage and Imaging Mr . SeshanthiriDhanasekaran, of MATLAB University of Tromso, Norway .

Mr . Padmanaban,Srinivasan,CEO, Easy Design Systems Limited, Coimbatore . Dr . V . Pattabiraman,Pro- fessor,School of Computer Science and Engineering VIT, Chennai . Dr . P Shanmugavadivu

Helps us to know about natural data using machine Computer Sci- 12/05/2020 to Professor, Department of Computer Science and 44 FDP Computational Intelligence 52 125 learning,more about software testing & Business intel- ence (UA) 16/05/2020 Application, Gandhigram Rural Institute, DindigulMrs . SaranyaVijaykumar,Business Intelligence Manager, ligence, future technology towards industry 4 .0 iSelect Australia . Mr . P . J . Vijay Sarathy, Senior Test Engineer (lead), Vimeo Technologies, Bengaluru .

Mr . Sathyanarayanan, Subramanian, Advocate (Cyber Law), Vaaitha .com, Coimbatore

Promoting Volunteerism using Computer Sci- Dr . VedabhyasKundu, Gandhi Smriti and DarshanSam- 45 Seminar (NSS) Non-violent Communication: Lets all 30/05/2020 36 51 Participants motivated to do better volunterrism ence (UA) volunteer for a better world iti, Ministry of Culture, GOI

Computer Tech- How to be a successful instructional Mr . Rajkumar -Various of e-learning softwares and tools available 46 FDP 6/5/2020 175 800 nology (UA) designer in e-Learning CEO, Zillion cubes learning foundation -Integration of Technology and e-learning

— 22 — Session 1 - 12.05.2020 - 11.00am Technology for Future Mr.PadmanabanSrinivasan, CEO, Easy Design Systems Limited, Coimbatore Session 2 - 12 .05 .2020 - 2 .00pm Curing the Curse of Dimentionality in Natural Data using Machine Learning Dr . V . Pattabiraman Professor, School of Computer Science and Engineering VIT, Chennai Session 3 - 13 .05 .2020 - 11 .00 am Artificial Intelligence in Computer vision Dr . P . Shanmugavadivu, Professor, Department of Computer Science and Applications Participants gained knowledge on the future technol- Information 12/05/2020 to Gandhigram Rural Institute, Dindigul 47 FDP Computational Intellgence 52 125 ogies, Machine Learning, AI in Computer Vision, Busi- Technology (UA) 16/05/2020 Session 4 - 14 .05 .2020 - 1 .00 pm ness Intelligence, Software testing and cyber crime Business Intelligence using Data Mrs .SaranyaVijaykumar Business Intelligence Manager, ISelect, Australia.

Session 5 - 15 .05 .2020 - 11 .00 am Software Testing Mr. P. J. Vijay Sarathy Senior Test Engineer (lead) Vimeo Technologies, Bengaluru .

Session 6 - 16 .05 .2020 - 11 .00 am CYBER CRIME Mr .Sathyanarayanan Advocate (Cyber Law) Coimbatore .

Dr . T . Revathi, Associate Professor and Head, Dept . of Computer Science, PSGCAS . Information Online Certificate 11/05/2020 to Participants gained knowledge on basics of python 48 Basics of python programming 27 43 Technology (UA) Course 17/05/2020 programming Dr . B . Rajdeepa, Associate Professor and Head,Dept . of Information Technology, PSGCAS .

Mr .Rajeev Krishnan, Principal Internationalization Engineer, ESRI, California, USA . Computer Sci- 07/05/2020 & Expanded knowledge on Internationalization of Soft- 49 ence with Data Webinar New Computing Paradigm 30 144 Analytics (UA) 8/5/2020 wares globally and agile technologies and mechanisms Ms .ChitrakalaVijayakumar IT Consultant, Boston, USA .

Mr .Prakash Krishnan, Networking & Behind the Scene in DWHBI Insights of Datawarehousing in Business Intelligence 50 Mobile Applica- Seminar ( DataWareHouse Business Intelli- 16/05/2020 Data warehousing Analyst, 51 76 Testing tion (UA) gence) Testing Amdocs development center, pune .

— 23 — The Faculty Members had an insight into the Case Dr .Abdul Azeez . E .P, Study Method in Qualitative Research in Social Scienc- Case Study Design In Social Sciences Assistant Professor, 15/05/2020 34 54 es and Humanities . And Humanities Department Of Social Work, Total of 88 Faculty Members from TamilNadu, Kerala, Amity University, Gurugram, Haryana . Karnataka and Zambia participated in the webinar .

51 Webinar Progressive social work in post covid Dr . PV . Baiju, 19/05/2020 64 204 Scope of Social work was addressed to all participants era MacEwan University Canada Dr .Visranthi 20/05/2020 to Dr .Endumathi Women’s Wellbeing: The Timeless NIL NIL - 24/05/2020 Mr .Dinesh Ms . Adv .Ajeetha Dr . S .RabiyathulBasariya, Associate Professor, De- partment of Accounting& Finance, Lebanese French Social Work (A) University, Erbil .

Dr . K . PRABHA, Assistant Professor, Department Of ComputerScience, PG Extension Centre, (dharmapuri Campus) Periyar University . Online Internation- al Conference Pre & Post of Covid 2019 - Higher Scope of the education scenario after covid was ad- 52 2805/2020 Dr . S . B . INAYATH AHAMED, DRC Chairman- Depart- NIL 600 (Advisory Commit- Education & Opportunities dressed tee Member) ment of Business Administra_on Assistant Professor- Department Of Business Administra_on Programme Coordinator - MBA (Actuarial Science) Kalasalingam Business School Kalasalingam Academy Of Research and Educa_on (Deemed to be University) . Krishnankoil . Dr . S . PARAMESHWARI, Associate Professor,department Of Nutri_on And Diete_cs, Periyar University, Salem . Shri . Dr . DipankerShriGyan, Director, Gandhi Smriti “ Promoting Volunteerism using and DarshanSamiti, Ministry of Culture, Government Nonviolent communication: Let’s of India all volunteer for better world” In 53 Social Work (A) Webinar 30/05/2020 120 80 Importance of Non Violent communication addressed Association with Gandhi Smriti and Dr. VedabhyasKundu, Programme Officer, Gandhi DarshanSamiti, Ministry of Culture, Government of India Smriti and DarshanSamiti, Ministry of Culture, Govern- ment of India

Android Mobile Application Develop- 17/05/2020 to 54 Training Dr .B .SenthilMurugan, Associate Professor,VIT,Vellore . 52 100 Can able to develop Android mobile applications ment 19/05/2020

Mr . SridevRamamoorthy Secure Banking-Fortification in the Program Manager, 23/05/2020 27 155 Cyber age (Digital Acceleration) BMO (Bank of Montreal), Canada . Mr . MurugeshBalasubramanian, Computer Sci- Senior Technical Lead, Customer Communication Manage- ence -Computer 24/05/2020 HCL Technologies, 16 139 ment Applications B . V, Den Hang, (UA) FDP Benefits of Computer Applications 55 Computer Intelli- The Netherlands . Usage of various research metrics gence in Digital Era Mr . Ajay Chakrapani, Cyber security Applications and Senior Director, 25/05/2020 16 138 Awareness Programs and Initiatives, DigiSignalsInc, USA . Dr . M . Jayaraman, Improving Research impact and Principal, 26/05/2020 17 139 Metrics Vellalar College of Engineering and Technology, Erode .

— 24 — Mr . S . Vijayakumar, Manager, Obtain Knowledge about publication industry, types of Biotechnology What publishers do and how to get Journals Production 56 Webinar 15/05/2020 80 20 publications, the process of publication and job oppor- (UA) published? Scientific Publishing Services p Ltd, tunities An SPi Global company Chennai .

Ms . ShreeyaAdka, To Be Prepared For The Future Of Hospitality And Tour- 97 340 Challenges And Strategies In Restau- Chef, French Door Restaurant, Coimbatore . ism, Facing Challenges And Coping With The System rant Sector To Overcome Current 6/5/2020 Crisis Mr . SudharshanMuugavel, Proprietor, Dosa Kitchen, NIL NIL - New Castle, UK .

Catering Science Chef . D . M . Lakshmi Reddy 57,58 & Hotel Man- Webinar Product Development agement (UA) 3f Industries Ltd, India . Students Are Able To Prepare A Bakery Product And Embrace Hospitality 21/05/2020 200 NIL Mocktail Based On The Inputs Given In The Session Mr . Harish Paramasivam, Head Bar Tender, Food Fund International, Dubai . Mr . GowthamKalidass, Humber College Institute of Technology & Advanced “Global Thirst for Designers” 8/5/2020 23 139 - Learning, Toronto, Canada . Mr .S .Thiyagarajan, Techniques & Importance of Photog- 8/5/2020 Operation Head, 15 124 - raphy in Designing Costume Design Image Creative Education, Coimbatore . 59 Seminar & Fashion (UA) Mr .Santhosh, Success Factors in Launching New 9/5/2020 Design Manager, Rupa& Co ., Tirupur . 22 133 - Brand Own brand- YBC T-shirts, Madurai . Dr .P .Subramani, Post Doctorate(Textile Engineering), University of Minho, Portugal . Auxetic Textile 9/5/2020 13 136 - Post Doc Researcher, Polymer Composites, University of Limerick, Ireland .

Dr .M .Shuaib Mohamed Haneef, Assistant Professor & HOD i/c, Department of Elec- The webinar ‘Critical Approaches in Communication tronic Media and Mass Communication Research’provided an interdisciplinary platform for Pondicherry Central University . academicians, professionals, researchers and students in the field of communication and media studies across Visual Commu- Dr .J .Balasubramaniam the length and breadth of the country and at global lev- nication and “Critical Approaches in Communica- Assistant Professor, el . The resource persons shared their knowledge and 60 Webinar 4/5/2020 19 201 Electronic Media tion Research” Department of Communication research experience on aspects of adoption of Critical (UA) Madurai Kamaraj University Theories in Communication Research,Historiography in the sphere of Communication Studies and Gender Dr . B . Radha Studies . Assistant Professor Out of 139 responses 78 participants rated it as re- Department of Communication sourceful . ManonmaniamSundaranar University Tirunelveli

An Interactive Session with ‘Kalavu’ MuraliKarthick, An Interactive Participants came to know about the current trends in 61 Director, MuraliKarthick and Cinema- 18/05/2020 Director . 38 21 Visual Commu- Session tographer, VigneshRajagopalan the field of Cinema Industry nication and VigneshRajagopalan, Cinematographer . Electronic Media Dr . S . Shantharaju, Assistant Professor, Dept . of Me- (UA) The webinar created awareness among participants 62 Webinar Sustainable Agriculture 29/05/2020 dia Studies, Christ (Deemed to be University), Banga- 100 168 about sustainable agriculture . lore

— 25 — 1 . Dr . Stalin Rajalingam, Assistant Professor, American College, Madurai 2 . Mr . Sivanandham Neelakandan, Researcher, To gain Singapore . Knowledge 29/05/2020 – Above Above 63 Tamil (A) Seminar Tamil Aaivukal in new 1/6/2020 3 . Dr .Cheran, Professor, 40 400 Windsor University, approaches Canada . in research 4 . Dr . PerumalMurugan, Arignar Anna Government college of arts and science, Nammakal . Dr . Haneef, Assistant Professor, Head I/C,Department of Electronic Media and Communication, Pondicherry Central University, Pondicherry . Dr . J . Balasubramaniam Assistant Professor, Communication Critical approaches in Communication Out of 139 responses 78 participants rated it as re- 64 Webinar May 4, 2020 Department of Science Communication Madurai Ka- 19 201 (A) Reserach sourceful maraj University, Madurai . Dr .RadhaBathran . Assistant Professor . Department of Communication . ManonmaniamSundaranar University, Tirunelvel .

Sustainable living organized by department of communication and department of visual communication Communication Dr. C.R. Jay- S ShantharajuPh .D, Established a network with 50 educational institutions 65 & electronic media in association with 29/05/2020 10 191 (A) aprakash Eco-Club Department of Media Studies CHIRST, Bengaluru . teaching media studies PSG College of Arts & Science, Coim- batore.

Mr . VishnuvardhaaRajendren, XR Technica, Mel- Participants acquired knowledge about business cli- Webinar E Visit to Australia 25/05/2020 115 NIL bourne, Australia mate in Australia

1 . Participants were introduced about the importance f disruptive technologies and the applications of various technologies in todays scenario .

International 66 Business (UA) Dr .Badri Narayanan 2 .The changes in the supply chain, labour market and Disruptive Technologies in Interna- Economist –Mc Kinsey, Affiliate professor, University of also in the various functional areas of the company Webinar 29/05/ 2020 22 30 tional trade Washington, Founder Director of ‘Infinite Sum Model- that would happen due to the applications of these ing’, Seattle , USA disruptive technologies were highlighted

3 . The pros and cons of these technology applications in the different industries was presented in detail

— 26 — Mr . Ashok Kumar, Social Media Safety for Netizen 27/05/2020 33 170 Participants learnt safety in using Internet Chief Forensic Consultant, Cyber Onion Mr . LovekeshChanana, Sr . Manager . “Networking” 28/05/2020 33 169 Upskilling one’s self 67 FDP Customer Delivery Software Sys- Cisco Systems (India) private limited India . tems (UA) Mr . Arun Kumar Madeswaran, “Artificial Intelligence Learning Tech- Gained Knowledge in Machine Learning and Artificial 29/05/2020 Technical Project Manager 33 170 niques and Opportunities” Intelligence Etisalat, Sharjah, UAE Ms . K . Sangeetha, Executive Service Lead, Aztrazeneca, 68 Webinar IT Service Management 27/05/2020 70 66 Various levels of services and functions in IT Industry Chennai . Mr . T . Gowtha Priyan, 7 Pastry Chef at 125 25/05/2020 – Hands on learning experience of work environment 69 French Webinar Rendez-vous MSC Cruises 26/05/2020 in the Hotel industry Ms . Manasha 7 120 Srinivasan

Life-Long Learning for Professional Assistant Professor, Conference & Motivational Speak- 70 BBA (UA) Webinar 7/5/2020 70 122 Motivated to take up the Career to the next level Self – Development er, VIT, Chennai .

Awareness on retailing concepts and knowledge on 71 Online Quiz Awareness Quiz on Retailing 14/05/2020 NA 163 1116 recent trends in retailing

BBA (RM)- (UA) Dr . K Thiyagu, Use of Online tools for teaching and Assistant Professor, Knowledge on the use of various online tools such as 72 Webinar 22/05/2020 42 111 assessment process Dept . of Education, Central University, kahoot, quizzes, google apps . Kerala .

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No. of Partici- Type (FDP/Quiz/ Date If the Resource Person Outcome of the Programme Seminar/Sympo- From: DD/MM/YYYY is Alumni please pro- pants S. No. Title of the Programme Resource Person with Designation sium/ To: vide the Department Out- Workshop etc.) DD/MM/YYY and year of study In-house side

1 Dr. . V . Kovaichelvan Director, TVS Institute for Q & L, Bengaluru .

2.Dr. Jyothi Kumar, Dean, School of Business Studies & Social Sciences, Christ University, Bengaluru. Quality Enhancement Through Dr . Senthilnathan The participants understand the concepts of outcome based educa- 1 FDP OBE in Higher Education al 14/05/2020 - 17/05/2020 Alumnus of PSG CAS, 190 55 tion implemented in the curriculum. Institutions English Department . 3. Dr. P. Muthupandi, Asst. Prof. Dept. of Education, MKU, Madurai.

4. Dr. Senthilnathan, Director (FAC) UGC-HRDC, Bharathidasan University, Tiruchirappalli.

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Type (FDP/Quiz/ Date If the Resource Person No. of Partici- Seminar/Sympo- From: DD/MM/YYYY is Alumni please pro- pants S. No. Title of the Programme Resource Person with Designation Outcome of the Programme sium/ To: vide the Department Out- Workshop etc.) DD/MM/YYY and year of study In-house side Mr. Gurunathan R 1 Webinar Webinar on Artificial Intelligence 11/5/2020 App Developer No 210 8 Student empowerment ThoughtWorks

Dr. Saravana Kumar V Impact of Covid-19 on Pharma 2 Webinar 18/05/2020 Deputy General Manager (Quality Assurance) No 178 5 Student empowerment Industry Steril-Gene

Mr. Radhakrishnan Director – Strategic Business Solutions & 3 Webinar The IT Sector after COVID-19! 21/05/2020 Mr. Jude Warner No 150 Student empowerment Associate Director – Recruitment Cognizant

Online Training (Place- 4 Aptitude Training 25/04/2020 – 16/05/2020 Examly No 2682 Students Training in Aptitude ment)

Online Training (Place- 5 Technical Training 25/04/2020 – 16/05/2020 Examly No 460 Students Training in Technical ment)

Online Assessment 6 Aptitude Assessment 25/04/2020 – 16/05/2020 Examly No 2682 Students Assessment for Aptitude (Placement)

Online Assessment 7 Technical Assessment 25/04/2020 – 16/05/2020 Examly No 460 Students Assessment for Technical (Placement)

Mr. Jogesh T 8 Online Training Excel for Beginners – Session I 5/4/2020 Data Analyst No 120 Excel Training PSG

Mr. Jogesh T 9 Online Training Excel for Beginners – Session I 8/4/2020 Data Analyst No 160 Excel Training PSG

Mr. Jogesh T 10 Online Training Excel for Beginners – Session I 12/4/2020 Data Analyst No 170 Excel Training PSG

Mr. Jogesh T 11 Online Training Excel for Beginners – Session I 14/04/2020 Data Analyst No 110 Excel Training PSG

Mr. Jogesh T 12 Online Training Excel for Beginners – Session II 16/04/2020 Data Analyst No 115 Excel Training PSG

Mr. Jogesh T 13 Online Training Excel for Beginners – Session II 18/04/2020 Data Analyst No 145 Excel Training PSG

Mr. Jogesh T 14 Online Training Excel for Beginners – Session II 19/04/2020 Data Analyst No 150 Excel Training PSG

Mr. Jogesh T 15 Online Training Excel for Beginners – Session II 20/04/2020 Data Analyst No 95 Excel Training PSG

Mr. Samlinson E 16 Webinar Opportunities in ITES 28/05/2020 No 80 Students Empowerment CRC – PSG IM

— 28 — Entrepreneurship Development Cell (EDC) and Institution Innovation Council (IIC), PSGCAS Date If the Resource Person is No . of Participants Type (FDP/Quiz/ From: DD/MM/YYYY Alumni please provide the S . No . Seminar/Sympo- Title of the Programme Resource Person with Designation Outcome of the Programme To: Department and year of sium/Workshop etc .) In-house Outside DD/MM/YYY study Webinar for Faculty and Students on From Brains to Mr . HareshSakthivel Motivating faculty and students to pen their ideas and 1. Webinar 9/5/2020 - 34 24 Books-A pathway to Ink Your Founder and manging Head Think Ink publish books Ideas and Experience

Dr . ShyamPrashadRajasekaran Webinar on Social Innovation Founder and CEO(Twirltact Technology and Entrepreneurship -Busi- 2. Webinar 9/5/2020 Solutions) - 74 64 Promoting Social Entrepreneurship ideas ness Opportunities in Post & Co - Founder Pandemic World ()Innova8 Innovative Services Mr . Vishnu . BG Webinar for Faculty on En- Site Leader –Zinnov / Draup, Coim- route to Technology Com- Guidance for Commercializing academic research 3. FDP 13/05/2020 batore, CII, Niti – Aayog and Corporate - 19 16 mercialization Academic ideas Strt – up Accelerator set up Partners for Research Microsoft, Netapp, Cisco Online Idea Con- 4. Idea Contest - Hackathon 13/05/2020 Hackathon - 22 6 Promoting Innovation test

Faculty Development Pro- Dr . BalajiDevarajan gramme Webinar on Innova- Head Centre for IPR 5. FDP 15/05/2020 - 55 0 Understanding the ease of Patenting process tion to Patenting in Academic KPR College of Engineering & Technolo- Research a walk through gy, Coimbatore

Webinar for Faculty & Stu- Mr . Vaitheeswaran New norm for post COVID world with E-Commerce 6. Webinar dents on E-Commerce All 15/05/2020 Co – Founder, Again Drinks, Father of E- - 91 9 businesses Businesses Commerce India Author, TEDxSpeKER Physical Education No. of Partici- Outcome of the Programme Type (FDP/Quiz/ Date If the Resource Person pants Seminar/Sympo- From: DD/MM/YYYY is Alumni please pro- S. No. Title of the Programme Resource Person with Designation sium/Workshop To: vide the Department Out- In-house etc.) DD/MM/YYY and year of study side

SakethMyneni: Davis cup player Arjuna award winner in the year 2017 SriramBalaji: Davis cup player Grand Slam – Wimbledon: 13th South Asian Games, Nepal J . Vishnu Vardhan: Won Bronze Medal in Men’s Doubles at Resource persons were Interact with Coaches, Players Guangzhou An Interaction With Inter- and Parents . Asian Games, China (2010) 1 Interaction national Tennis Players and 23/05/2020 10 171 Discussed about the training, fitness, nutrition, condi- Grand Slam – Wimbledon: 2R (2018) Coach tioning, performance, nutrition, specific skills, work- BalachandranManikkath outs, analysis, techniques and tactics . Coaching Qualification: ITF LEVEL – 3 CERTIFICATION Coaching Experience: 28 + YEARS Travelling Team Coach with ITF Junior Teams Travelling with Players for ITF Junior Tournaments, ITF Futures, Challengers and ATP Tour- naments

— 29 — Women’s Cell Type (FDP/Quiz/ Date If the Resource Person No. of Participants Seminar/Sympo- From: DD/MM/YYYY is Alumni please provide S. No. Title of the Programme Resource Person with Designation Outcome of the Programme sium/Workshop To: the Department and year In-house Outside etc.) DD/MM/YYY of study

Dr. S.Vishranthi, 20/05/2020 PSG IMSR, - - - - The Art and Science of being Healthy Women.

Dr R Endumathi 21/05/2020 Mathi’s Mind Care Clinic, Coimbatore. - - - - Pshycho-social Issues of Working Women, The Timeless Concerns (Focus on Physical and mental 1 Women’s Wellbeing health, cyber security and legal empowerment) Mr Dinesh Paranthagan 22/05/2020 Hackup Technology, Coimbatore - - - - Combatting Online Gender Based Violence

Mrs B S Ajeetha 23/05/2020 Advocate,Chennai. - - - - Legal Empowerment for Betterment

NSS

Promoting Volunteerism using Nonviolent Communication: Let’s Dr. VedhabyasKundu NSS Volun- 1 Webinar all volunteer for a better world - in 30/05/2020 Programme Officer - teers association with Gandhi Smrit and Gandhi Smrit and DarshanSamiti, New Delhi DarshanSamiti, New Delhi

— 30 — Sports Activities

State-Level Inter-Collegiate Basketball Tournament for PSG Trophy The 46th State Level Inter-Collegiate Basketball Tournament for PSG Trophy was held from 11th to 13th February 2020. The Chief Guest was Dr.CH.V.S.T.Saikumar, Principal, Maruthi College of Physical Education, Coimbatore. From across Tamil Nadu, 8 teams participated. PSG College of Arts and Science won the trophy and St. Joseph’s College, Trichy were the Runners, Sathyabama University, Chennai won the third place and fourth place was secured by Bishop Heber College, Trichy.

Alumni Association News

PSG CAS Recall 1992 – 1995, 2nd Core Committee Meeting was held on 10th January.2020 at Sangamam Hall.

PSG Arts Alumni Association Executive Committee 3rd Meeting was held on 30th January 2020.

— 31 — PSG CAS RECALL 1992 – 1995, 3rd Core Committee Meeting was held on 8th February 2020 at Sangamam Hall.

Felicitation for Dr Jairam. Varadaraj

The PSG Arts Alumni Association organized a function to felicitate Dr.Jairam Varadaraj, Managing Director, Elgi Equipments Ltd., and alumnus of B.Com., 1977–80 batch, for receiving the coveted 2019 Deming Prize for Sustained Application and Leverage of TQM (Total Quality Management) across the organization held on 26th February 2020 at GRD Auditorium.

Dr.T.Kannaian, Secretary, welcomed the gathering and the event was presided over by Sri.R.Mahendran, President of PSG Arts Alumni Association. Mr.T.Rajkumar, Past President, introduced the Chief Guest, Dr.Jairam Varadaraj furthermore. The Chief Guest briefed about the success of the coveted 2019 Deming Prize and enlightened about 900 students who attended the programme. Sri.S.Krishna Kumar, Vice President honoured the Chief Guest with a shawl and a memento. Dr.D.Brindha, Principal, delivered the vote of thanks.

— 32 — Get-together of all departments, 2004-07 batch on 28th February 2020 at EDC Hall.

PSG CAS Recall, Sociology, 1992–95 batch pre-meeting of Core Committee was held on 7th March at Sangamam Hall.

PSG CAS Recall, 1992–95 batch, 4th Core Committee Meeting was held on 13th March 2020 at Council Hall.

— 33 — Get-together of B.Com., 1973– 76 batch, was held on 14th March 2020 at Sangamam Hall.

PSG CAS 1992-95 batch alumni contributed Rs.1 Lakh towards Tamil Nadu Chief Minister’s Public Relief Fund. Mayura Jayakumar, Convenor of the Alumni Reunion batch handed over the cheque to Mr.K.Rajamani, Coimbatore District Collector on 31st March 2020 in the presence of Mr.R.Mahendran, President of Alumni Association, Mr.L.Kamesh, Treasurer, Alumni (batch 1992-1995).

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Dr.R. Nandagopal, alumnus of B.Com. (1975–78 batch) and M.Com. (1978–80 batch) was honoured with the Best B-School Director award by AIMS.

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