Visit to Old-Age Home by Association of Chemical and Environmental Society(ACES)

Students of P. G. Department of Chemistry, Bhilai made a one day visit to Old Age Home, Pulgaon, (Vrindhashram), Durg as a part of Community Development Program. 30 students and 5 staff of the Department of Chemistry visited the inmates of vrindhashram and interacted with them. Students performed cultural activities for refreshing the mind and also involved in playing games which was highly appreciated by the inmates. Students gave gift packet to them, so that they can daily use for the sanitization purpose. They also enlightened the students by their songs and shayaris. The whole program was conducted by guidance of HOD Dr. James Mathew and Additional HOD Dr. Chanda Verma. Asst. Prof. Dr. Arvind Kumar Sahu, Ms. Mohini Sharma and technical assistant Mr. Anil Varghese extended their helping hand. Students Chandrakiran Dilliwar, Deeksha Sahu and Sakshi Yadav compered the program.

Excellence in Best Private College awarded to St. Thomas College, Bhilai

St. Thomas College, Bhilai has been awarded as Best College under the event Twin City Education Excellence Award organized by 94.3 MY FM and Dainik Bhaskar Group. The Chief Guest of this program was Honorable Governor of Chhattisgarh Ms. Anusuiya Uikey. She said that the future of country can be brighter only from the role played by educational institutes. On this occasion H. G. Dr. Joseph Mar Dionysius, Manager Bishop, St. Thomas College Bhilai was guest of honour. Principal Dr. M. G. Roymon received the excellence award. Administrator of College Rev. Fr. Dr. Joshi Varghese and other members of St. Thomas Mission congratulated to all the staff members for this outstanding achievement. This award ceremony was conducted jointly by 94.3 MY FM and Dainik Bhaskar Group.

International Women’s Day Celebration

The PG Department of English and Women Cell of St. Thomas College, Ruabandha, Bhilai celebrated International Women’s Day. All the students of MA English and the staff gathered on this auspicious occasion to celebrate womanhood. The Day was celebrated to mark the achievement and the recognition of women in various fields. The students of M.A.English actively participated and came forward to commemorate the day by focusing on theme for 2022, International Women’s Day “Gender equality today for a sustainable tomorrow”. Principal Dr. M.G. Roymon congratulated the Department for celebrating the International Women’s Day.  Dr. Shiny Mendonce Head, P.G Department of English accorded a warm welcome to the gathering. Dr.Sujata Koley ,(Asst Prof. P.G.Dept. of English) acknowledged the contribution of women to strengthen the society and to create a gender equal world. The special occasion was forged exceptional with the active involvement of male students. Shubhang Das (MA Sem II) stated that the world would be better place for women if the male changed their perception about women and considered them as equal. Sharing his views, Prince Abhishek (MA Sem IV) said that our goal should be to create a gender equal world and to empower women in every field of life. The thoughtful gesture illustrated by the students, reflected their positive mindset. Gaurav Kamble (MA Sem II), Bipasha Ray Sokhey (MA Sem II), Aishwarya Sahu (MA Sem II), Garvita Agarwal (MA Sem IV) and Dinkal Mahilwar (MA Sem IV) and many more students shared their narratives about their mother and the success story behind their life.

A Power Point presentation by Ms. Udayasri (Asst. Prof P.G.Dept.of English) on the topic “Indian Feminist Writers: Breaking the Glass Ceiling.” was held to discuss the contribution of Indian Feminist writers featuring Anita Desai, Arundhati Roy, Kamla Das, Sarojini Naidu and Shashi Deshpande. The presentation was enlightening for the students to recognize the iconic writers who crossed extra miles raising their voice against all the controversies and attacks directed towards them and yet they rose victorious and served as an inspiration for millions. Ms.Susan Ebison( Asst. Prof. P.G.Dept. of English) proposed Vote of Thanks.

Grooming Session on Civil Services

The Civil Services Aspirants Club of St. Thomas College, organized a E-Lecture on ‘Grooming Session on Civil Services’. The keynote speaker of the programme was Mr. Jojo Mathew, Chief Executive Director, Alternative Learning System (IAS Academy), New Delhi. The Programme was graced by Diocesan Education Officer and Administrator, St. Thomas, College Rev. Fr. Dr. Joshi Varghese and Principal Dr. M.G. Roymon. At the outset, welcome speech was given by Dr. Sheeja Varkey, Add. Head, P.G. Department of Commerce, and Convener of the Cell. She said that civil service system is the backbone of the administrative machinery of the country and the officials enjoy immense respect in Indian society. Aspirants who dream to have a career in services like IAS,IPS or IFS, should keep their approach focused to get through the UPSC exam. The Keynote Speaker of the programme, Mr. Jojo Mathew addressed the participants and said that nowadays UPSC Civil Services Cadre is considered as the most
challenging and bright career option for the young & energetic aspirants. He further discussed the pattern of the examination and urged them to improve their vocabulary by reading and memorizing words from the dailies. Students from all the disciplines actively participated in the interactive session. Mr. Jojo Mathew elucidated the doubts & patiently responded to all the queries of the students, which mostly dealt with exam preparation & selection of the optional subject. All the members of the organizing committee of Civil Services Aspirants Club were also present on the occasion. The program was conducted by Dr. Sujata Koley, Asst. Prof, P.G. Dept of English and ended on a high note with the vote of thanks by Dr, Aparna Ghosh, Asst. Prof. P.G. Dept. of Economics.

IQAC and Dept. of Management Studies, organized Webinar on International Human Rights Day

The Internal Quality Assurance Cell and Department of Management Studies, St. Thomas College, Bhilai in collaboration with PG Department of Management Studies, Kristu Jyoti College of Management and Technology, Kerala jointly organized one day Webinar to celebrate International Human Rights Day on 10th December 2021. The Webinar was conducted on the topic Youth Standing up for Human Rights. The Keynote Speaker of the Webinar was Dr. Manjeet Kaur Bal Senior Program Manager Foundation for Ecological Security, Raipur (C.G.). The main aim behind celebrating this day is to improve the physical, social, cultural and spiritual well being and welfare of the vulnerable group of people globally. This year’s Human Rights Day theme relates to ‘Equality’ and Article 1 of the UDHR – “All human beings are born free and equal in dignity and rights.” First of all HOD, Department of Management Studies, St. Thomas College, Bhilai Dr. Susan R. Abraham addressed the gathering and said that in the present era all the youth should definitely know about Human Rights. Dr. Manjeet Kaur Bal discussed the basics of Human Rights and explained the Voice, Freedom and Basic Facilities under the definition of Human Rights. Madam told that Equity and Justice is the right of every human being on the earth. Administrator of St. Thomas College, Bhilai Rev. Fr. Dr. Joshi Varghese and Principal Dr. M. G. Roymon appreciated the efforts taken by IQAC and Department of Management Studies. A total of 250 students participated in the webinar from both the Institutes. Program was conducted by Mr. Mahendra Ikhar and Mr. Akash Tamrakar Faculty, Department of Management Studies, St Thomas College, Bhilai and vote of thanks was proposed by Ms. Linta Abraham BBA Student, Kristu Jyoti College of Management and Technology, Kerala.

Slogan Writing Competition on World Conservation Energy day

The P. G. Department of Chemistry of St. Thomas College, Bhilai in collaboration with the NSS unit organized a slogan writing competition on 14th December 2021 to celebrate the World Conservation Energy Day. Students from various streams participated in this competition and displayed their slogan in poster forms. The theme of the competition was “conserve energy, save the future”.This competition helped the participants to have awareness about conservation of Energy for future generations. Dr. Joyamma John, Asst. Professor Deptt. of Zoology and Dr. Reema Dewangan, Asst. Professor of Education were the judges of the competition. Dr. James Mathew HOD,         Dr. Chanda Verma, additional HOD and faculties Dr. Arvind Kumar Sahu and Ms. Mohini Sharma arranged the Event successfully and Mr. Mahendra Ikhar NSS officer coordinated the program. Principal Dr. M.G. Roymon congratulated the Prize winners and all the Participants. Ameesha Patel, B.Sc Final year bagged the First Prize, Chanchal Singh of M.Sc (Chemistry)First Sem. Bagged Second and Kusumita Patel stood  B.A First yearThird . Prateek Rajput of M.Sc Chemistry III Sem. and Aanchal Kannoje of M.Sc Chemistry I Sem. Received   the Consolation Prize.

One day program on road safety awareness

Under the aegis of Comm-zenith, Post Graduate Department of Commerce in collaboration with National Cadet Corps, National Service Scheme Unit and IQAC, organized a one-day ‘Awareness Program on Road Safety’. The chief guest of this program was Mr. Gurjeet Singh, Deputy Superintendent of Police, Traffic Department of Durg district and the special guest of the occasion was Mr. Gaurav Vaidya, Business Development Manager, (Maruti Driving School), Bhilai.

Dr. Sapna Sharma, Head, Department of Commerce, welcomed all the guests and students. The college Principal Dr. M.G. Roymon discussed about the responsibility of the youth towards following the traffic rules diligently and inspiring others to do the same. Speaking on the occasion Mr. Gaurav Vaidya, said that the interactive session would create traffic awareness among students which is very important as it makes them sensitive towards the importance of their and others’ lives.

Chief Guest Mr. Gurjeet  Singh while addressing the students highlighted the fact that every year in India near about one lakh fifty thousand people lose their lives in road accidents .The main cause for all the pain and loss of life is the fast and furious driving done by the people. These accidents can be stopped if the traffic rules are properly followed.

Speaking about the traffic signals, Shri Rajmani Singh of the Traffic Department said that today’s youth should not drive under the influence of intoxicants and must use helmets & seat belts. This will not diminish the beauty of youth.

Principal Dr. M.G.Roymon felicitated the chief guest with a memento as a mark of respect. The guests distributed prizes to all the winners of the quiz competition. All the staff members of PG Department of Commerce, Dr Surekha Jawade and students were present on this occasion. The program was conducted by NCC officer Lt. Dr. Laxman Prasad and the vote of thanks was given by Mr. Mahendra Ikhar, Program Officer of National Service Scheme Unit.

Community Service organized by Department of Mathematics and Computer

The inaugural function of the “Zeitgeist Forum,” which was organised by the Department of Mathematics and Computers of St. Thomas College, Ruabandha, concluded on Monday, with the chief guest of the programme, Dr. K. V. Rao, Block Education Officer, Durg, praising the programme and highlighting the teachers’ qualities. The Zeitgeist platform hosts a variety of initiatives in which math and computer science students actively participate. The community programme 2021-22 was also launched at this episode, with 51 kids from Government Primary School, Ruabandha, in attendance. School bags, notebooks, and other stationery products were supplied free of charge to the school’s students under this programme.
His Grace Dr. Josep Mar Dinosius, Manager of St. Thomas Mission, who was present at the session, addressed the audience and said that computers are very useful in today’s world, and that he would organise this programme again in the future. Mrs. Sarita Mandre, the primary school’s headmistress, complimented the Department of Mathematics and Computer Science, signed the MoU for inspiring her to live. Fr.Dr. Joshi Varghese, the college’s manager, stated that this is the “Golden Jubilee Celebration” for St. Thomas Mission’s 50th anniversary, and in this episode, he detailed the Golden Jubilee Celebrations programme.
Dr. M.G. Roymon, the college’s principal, who presided over the programme, expressed gratitude to the pupils of Government Primary School Ruabandha for participating in it, as well as the school’s head Mistress. During the programme, books published by Professor Dr. Ujjwala Supe and Dr. Surekha Jawade were released. Dr. Suja Varghese, Head of the Department of Mathematics and Computer Science, greeted all of the attendees and provided information about the programme.
Ms. Preeti Jain, the programme coordinator, and Mr. Netra Kumar Gupta, the program’s executive director, praised everyone for their contributions to the program’s success. Mr. Santosh Miri, Ms. Manju Karunakaran, and Dr. Smita Suresh Daniel, as well as Assistant Professors of the Stage Operations Department, Ms. Jyoti Devangan and Ms. Sheenu Balyan, also Host the whole programme.

Guest Lecture On “Prevention Of Sexual Harassment”

The Commitee for prevention of Sexual Harassment (CPOSH) of ST.Thomas College Bhilai organized a guest lecture on “Guidelines of Vishaka Act against Women Abuse”. The key note speaker of the programme was Advocate Mr. Ajeet Paul,Criminal Lawyer, District Court Durg (C.G ).
The programme was graced by His Grace Dr. Joseph Mar Dionysius, Manager Bishop St. Thomas College and Administrator Rev. Fr.Dr Joshi Varghese. At the outset welcome speech was given by Principal Dr .M.G Roymon, he said that St.Thomas College formed a committee named as CPOSH in the year 2015 for ensure women safety and also ensure guidelines against any kind of sexual harassment within the College premises. At the same time he congratulated the committee members for their sincere efforts for organizing such kind of awareness program every year. He also said that as per the guidelines given by UGC and Supreme Court, all colleges must ensure women safety in premises.
The guest speaker address the programme and shared the vishakha guideline act and its current amendments .He also aware students that what are the rights of women in their respective work premises , under which every women is entitled to report a complaint against any abuse whether it is verbal or any kind wrong gestures or by cyber offence. He also said that it is mandatory for every educational institution to form a committee for prevention of any kind of sexual harassment and to create a healthy environment. The speaker also told how our society is changing with increasing working population of women, it is a very good sign for our society, and we all should respect them.
The convener of the programme was Dr.Aparna Ghosh and Co convener was Dr.Chanda verma,other members of committee, all staffs and students were attended the programme. The memento was presented to guest speaker by Dr. Mariam Jacob. The whole programme was conducted by Dr. Sheeja Varkey, member of CPOSH, and proposed vote of thanks by convener Dr. Aparna Ghosh.

Various Competition organized in St. Thomas College, Bhilai on World AIDS Day

The NSS Unit of St. Thomas College, Bhilai and The P.G. Department of Microbiology & Biotechnology jointly celebrated “World AIDS Awareness Day” on 01 December 2021. AIDS is caused by Human Immunodeficiency Virus that attacks those cells which help the body to fight infections, making the person more vulnerable to other diseases. It is worth mentioning that every year on 1st December World AIDS Day is celebrated to create awareness and positive environment for people suffering from HIV AIDS. Keeping in mind this The NSS Unit of St. Thomas College, Bhilai and The P.G. Department of Microbiology & Biotechnology of St. Thomas College, Bhilai jointly organized Power Point Presentation Competition, Quiz & Poster Competition. First of all Principal of College Dr. M. G. Roymon congratulated all the participants and said that in this manner you all are doing a Nobel work of creating awareness in the society about AIDS and must do it on continuous basis. Both U.G. & P.G. students of the Department actively participated in the competitions held on the topic “Awareness and Social Stigma associated with AIDS”. The quiz was conducted in three rounds. The posters prepared by the students were displayed for judgment. Administrator Rev. Fr. Dr. Joshi Varghese and Principal Dr M.G. Roymon appreciated the students for their active participation in Quiz & Poster competition and Presentation Competition. Power Point Presentation was sponsored by Department of AIDS Control Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India, Regional Office Raipur. Total 25 students presented their Presentation in the competition. Sukanya Jena form B.A. Second Year won First Position and Cash Prize Rs. 500, Komal Karia won Second Position and Cash Prize Rs. 300 and Taniya Chakrawarti from B.Ed. 3rd semester scored third position and cash prize Rs.200. The judges of today’s competition were Dr. Sunita Kshatriya, Assistant Professor Department of Commerce and Mr. Akash Tamrakar, Assistant Professor Department of Management Studies. The program was conducted by NSS Volunteers Bidhanshuk Dutta and Aashita Lal and Vote of thanks was proposed by NSS Program Officer Mahendra Ikhar. Principal and all faculty members congratulated the winners of both poster and Quiz competition.