LABORATORY VISIT

The PG Department of Botany and Chemistry St Thomas College, Bhilai under its community development programme had organized a one day laboratory visit activity for the students of Sw. Pukeshwar Singh Bhardiya Government College Nikumb District Durg on 01st December 2023. The activity was organized with the objective “to learn the working and handling of various laboratory instruments”. 25 students of B.Sc III visited the laboratories of Botany, Chemistry and Plant tissue culture and they have learnt the basic specifications and working of different instruments. They also got the chance to see the basic procedure to be followed while working and handling the instruments. The fundamentals of spectrophotometric methods were explained by Dr. Chanda Verma Associate Professor, Chemistry. The fundamental working principle of various instruments like Autoclave, Hot air oven, Incubator etc. was demonstrated by Mr Devnarayan Patel Assistant Professor, Botany. The summarized protocol while working in plant tissue culture lab was demonstrated by Dr Ujjawal Supe Assistant Professor Biotechnology & Dr Suruchi Parkhey Assistant Professor Botany. Mrs. Annapurna Yadav Assistant Professor Botany and Dr.Shippi Dewangan Assistant Professor Chemistry of Sw. Pukeshwar Singh Bhardiya Government College Nikumb were present with the students.

The Chief Patron of the college H.G. Alexios Mar Eusebius, Patron of the college Reverent Father Dr. Joshi Varghese and the Principal of the college Dr. M.G. Roymon appreciated the initiative taken. The program was done under the guidance of Dr James Mathew Principal incharge and Head Department of Chemistry. The programme was coordinated by Dr Jyoti Bakshi Head Department of Botany St Thomas College, Bhilai.

INTERNATIONAL DISABILITY DAY

Department of Psychology, St. Thomas College Bhilai organised a field visit  to Sarthak Kadam Sansthan a school for specially abled students and MOU partner of the college. This activity was to commemorate International Disability Day and the psychology students wholeheartedly took part in it.  The agenda of the program was to spread the awareness regarding the specially abled children and their teaching learning practices. The program highlighted the therapeutic approach regarding the children with autistism, mental retardation, ADHD, cerebral palsy by improving their listening skills, eye contact, body language speech and self awareness. The students learned about the therapies applicable to manage these special children.
The students of the College distributed stationeries and toys that enhance the motor and cognitive functions of the special children.
Administrator of the college Rev. Father Dr. Joshi Varghese praised the efforts of the department. Principal Dr. M. G. Roymon encouraged the program with his best wishes and said such programs benefit the students and their all-round development. Dr. Debjani Mukherjee, Head, P.G Department of Psychology stressed on the fact that such training has great importance as it is an area of niche work in the development of special children. Practical viewing of the daily activities by the students will be a great learning process for the students. Mrs. G. Vani, Principal of Sarthak Kadam Sansthan informed about the parental and society’s role in the care of special children.   Assistant professors of the college Dr. Sumita Singh, Dr. Ankita Deshmukh  and Ms. Sanchana Sahu supervised the visit and training session for the students.

NATIONAL POLLUTION DAY

In observance of Pollution Day, the Chemistry Department at St. Thomas College organized an impactful Essay Writing Competition on the theme “Go Green and Breathe Pure Air.” Students demonstrated their commitment to environmental awareness and sustainability through insightful essays. The esteemed panel of judges, comprising faculty members, evaluated entries based on creativity and depth of analysis.

Winners will be honored in a special ceremony, recognizing their contributions to the discourse on pollution. St. Thomas College remains dedicated to fostering both academic excellence and social responsibility.

A hub for academic excellence and holistic development, St. Thomas College is committed to instilling values of social responsibility among its students.

WORLD AIDS DAY

The P.G. Department of Microbiology and Biotechnology organized an awareness rally to commemorate World AIDS Day on 1st December 2023. This year’s theme for World AIDS Day is “World AIDS Day 35: Remember and Commit”. This day is mainly celebrated to bring people together and raise awareness about HIV and AIDS and to demonstrate solidarity to the affected people.

The staff and students of P.G. Department of Microbiology & Biotechnology in collaboration with NCC Unit of the college conducted the rally to create awareness amongst its students and the local people in Ruabandha sector about the causes, social stigma associated with the disease and also to encourage progress in AIDS prevention. Principal In-charge Dr James Mathew, flagged off the rally from the college campus to BSP Middle school, Ruabandha sector. The students from both PG and UG enthusiastically participated in the activity and raised slogans related to AIDS awareness. All science students and teachers participated in the rally along with NCC cadets creating awareness against the spread of HIV and AIDS.

Community service – “LEARNING WITH FUN”

The PG Department of Mathematics and Computer Science of  St. Thomas College , Bhilai organized a community service   “LEARNING WITH FUN” on November 23 and 24 under the aegis of Forum  ZEITGEIST in which 50 primary school students of classes IV and V of Govt. Primary School  Ruabandha, Bhilai were the beneficiaries.

The PG students of M.Sc. Mathematics and PGDCA  conducted the program in which students were imparted knowledge about computer hardware  and software and learning maths with fun along with playing different games. The winners of games were awarded. On second day students carried out practical session in Computer lab showing their drawing skills. The students were given refreshments and gifts like Tiffin box, crayons, water bottle and chocolates by students and staff.

The program was conducted with the  Blessings of  Administrator Rev.Fr.Dr.Joshi Varghese and Principal Dr.M.G.Roymon. The  coordinators of Forum Dr.. Preeti Jain and Ms. Jyoti Dewangan  along with the Head of Department Dr.Suja Varghese and  faculty members Dr. Santosh Kumar Miri, Dr. Smita Daniel,Ms.K.Manju , Ms. Aarti Yadav, Ms. K.Riya Naidu ,Mr.Anshul Shrivastav , Ms. Aarti Sahu and Mr.Rumesh Sahu cooperated in smooth conduct of program.

Certificate Program on “Introduction to Econometrics”

The PG Department of Economics organised the Inaugural session of thirty hours Certificate Program on “Introduction to Econometrics”. The Chief Guest of the session was Professor Dr.Ravindra Brahme, Head SoS in Economics Pt. Ravishankar Shukla University Raipur. Administrator Father Dr. Joshi Varghese, Principal Dr. M G Roymon congratulated to everyone and appreciated the programme. The session was graced by the Principal in-charge Dr.Chanda Varma, IQAC coordinator and 2nd shift in-charge Dr.Debjani Mukherjee. At the outset program convener and Head I/C of Economics Department Dr.Aparna Ghosh welcomed the Chief Guest and all the participants of the session. Dr.Brahme, first of all congratulated the organising committee of the Department for selection of this topic. He stressed on various applications of Econometrics in the field of science, Economics and other domains.He said that without econometric tools scientific research cannot be performed in economics. The thirty hours certificate programme began on November 20 and conclude on 1st December 2023. Different modules has been set and various experts from outside are coming to deliver their lecture.  Fifty plus UG and PG students of St. Thomas College Bhilai and KK Modi University Durg are enthusiastically participating the program and clearing their all doubts. M.A 1st Semester student Harshita proposed vote of thanks and the whole program was conducted by Dr.Kiranbala Das Assistant Professor of Economics. Miss Aparna Dutta faculty, all student representatives of the Economic Association “The Wizard” were actively participated the programme.

“National Cancer Awareness Day”

The P.G. Department of Microbiology and Biotechnology, St. Thomas College, Bhilai observed National Cancer Awareness Day by organizing a lecture for its girl students and female staff. The program was held in collaboration with GEC-NIT Raipur Alumni Association, Bhilai Chapter. The guest speaker was Dr Nivedita Mandal, Gynaecologist & Obstetrician consultant, Bhilai. Er. Nutan Dutt, General Secretary, GEC-NIT Raipur Alumni Association, Bhilai Chapter was the special guest. She graced the occasion on behalf of the alumni association. Principal of the College; Dr. M.G. Roymon in his address stressed on changing lifestyles to avoid being affected by cancer. He called upon the students to lead a healthy lifestyle. Dr Mandal in her lecture apprised the students on the causes of cervical cancer. She emphasized on various preventive measures like vaccinations and tests that could help early diagnosis or prevent cancerous conditions of cervix in females. She also explained on how to self detect breast cancer at the earliest. Students very actively participated in the lively session.

The program was organised by Dr. Shubha Diwan and was attended by all female staff members and students of various life science departments. Ms. Nishita Gautam of B.Sc. Part III Microbiology proposed the vote of thanks.

 

Food Fest and Exhibition Cum Sale

Department of Sociology and Department of Education jointly organised Food fest and Exhibition Cum Sale 2023 on 7th November 2023. Students from different streams of the college enthusiastically participated with their family members in the Food Fest. Variety of Food of diverse cultures, mouth- watering taste and nutritional value were prepared and sold by the students. Cultural events were too the part of the fest and they were truly ‘the cherry on top’.Dr.Aruna Palta Vice Chancellor of Hemchand Yadav Vishwavidyalaya, Durg and Dr. Prashant Shrivastav, DSW inaugurated the grand event. The principal of the college Dr. M. G. Roymon, appreciated the staff and students of both the organising departments for arranging such a mega event. Administrator of the college Rev. Fr. Dr. Joshi Varghese, IQAC coordinator Dr Debjani Mukherjee and 1stshift in chargeDr Chanda Verma extended their moral support. Chief Guest of Food Fest, Dr Aruna Palta, motivated and congratulated the heads of both the Departments, the Convenors, Co-Conveners, Student Coordinators, Volunteers, and the Participating students, for initiating such event and developing team spirit among the students. She also appreciated students for their culinary skills, entrepreneurial tactics, and hardwork. The DSW of the University, Dr Prashant Shrivastav congratulated and praised the college as well as teachers and students for organising such events. The entire program was guided and supported by convenors of the Food Fest, Ms. Deepti Santosh, Head In- Charge of Department of Sociology and Dr. Sheeja Thomas, Head of Department of Education along with Co Convenors of the event Dr. Shabnam Khan, Dr. Rupa Shrivastav, Dr. Kanhaiya ku. Pandey, Dr. Jyotsna Gadpayle, and Mr. Chandan P. Dekate. The event turned out to be a Mega hit due to the tedious effort of all the Student Coordinators namely, Daniel P.U, Daman Lal, Anuj Gupta, Manish Adkane, Utkarsh Sahu, Riya Sudhakar, Rohan Kumar Soni, Sheryil P Anil, Purvi, Avishi, Anushka Bandhey, Manish, Sayed Suleman Ali, Muskan Jayant.

Prizes were distributed to the winners of food fest as well as exhibition cum sale for different categories. Prize for the Popular Dish through Judges choice was bagged by Nupur Nagariya and team, Prize for the most Popular Dish through voting was bagged by Suryakant Dewangan and team. 1st prize was bagged by Tanisha Purohit, 2nd Prize was bagged by Sakshi Tusharika and 3rd Prize was bagged together by Bhaskar Sahu and Kunika Joshi. The prizes for Exhibition were also distributed. Prize for Best Entrepreneur was bagged by Disha Diwan, Prize for Best Artist was given to Suhani Humne and 1st Prize in the Exhibition was given to Anushri Kundu.

 

Cosmetic Competition Report

The Chemistry Department of St. Thomas College, Ruabandha, Bhilai, successfully organized a vibrant and creative Cosmetic Competition “Make Your Own Cosmetic” on November 1st week, 2023.The event aimed to foster innovation and scientific curiosity in the field of cosmetics and personal care products. It was an exciting occasion where participants showcased their talent and knowledge in formulating cosmetic products.: The Cosmetic Competition provided a platform for students to demonstrate their chemical knowledge and creativity in a practical and exciting way. The 1stprize winners of the competition are Sakshi Vaishnav, Raditya Chandra Sahu, Sweta Ambrela. 2nd prize winners are Nishita Gautam, Anshika Yadav, Suraj Majumda, khushboo Patel, 3rd Prize winners are Roshni Dhankar, Namrata Sahu, Jigyasa Sahu.

7th Mar Theodosius Memorial Basketball (Men) Tournament

As per the tradition of every year, this year also St. Thomas College, Ruabandha, Bhilai organized  7th Mar Theodosius Memorial Basketball (Men) Tournament on 3rd – 4th November, 2023. The chief guest of this event was Catholicos & Malankara Metropolitan H. H. Baselios Marthoma Mathews III. In the beginning of the program first of all NSS volunteers presented Chhattisgarhi Folk Dance and Rajgeet to welcome the chief guest and NCC cadets escorted the guest towards the activity place by giving them guard of honor. President of the event and Head of St. Thomas Mission Bhilai, H. G. Manager Bishop Alexios Mar Eusebius welcomed the chief guest by presenting them a bouquet of flower. Principal Dr. M.G. Roymon solemnly welcomed the chief guest and presented the inaugural address. H. G. Manager Bishop Alexios Mar Eusebius in his presidential address gave his best wishes to all the players and said that to win the game you must have team spirit. Chief guest H. H. Baselios Marthoma Mathews III gave his blessings to all the teams for the tournament and motivated them to play with discipline and honesty. During the program the college magazine for the session 2022 – 23 was released by chief guest and by releasing the balloon the chief guest officially declared the tournament open. In the first semi final match Rungta college won the game from D. P. Vipr College, Bilaspur by 57 – 31. In the Second Semifinal St. Thomas College won the game from BIT Durg by 57 – 33. In the final match St. Thomas College won the game from  Rungta College by 47 – 28. The Sports Officer of St. Thomas College, Mr. Kailash Narayan Vaerma welcomed to Dr. Bhupendra Kuldeep, Registrar Hemchand Yadav Vishvvidyalaya, Durg by presenting a sapling. Team Rungta College felicitated with the runner up trophy and Cash Prize of Rs. 12000. finally Team St. Thomas was felicitated with winner trophy and cash prize of Rs. 15000.  The program was successfully conducted by Dr. Shiny Mendonce Head P.G. dept. of English and vote of thanks was proposed by Dr. Rincy Abraham, Assistant Professor, Dept. of Commerce. On this occasion Rt. Rev. Thomas Rmbhan,  Fr. Aju K. Varghese, Fr. Dr. P. S. Varghese, Fr. Jibin Johnson, Fr. Kurian John, Adminstrator of the College, Rev. Fr. Dr. Joshi Varghese, Members of Sports committee Dr. Rincy B. Abraham, Dr. Sunita Kshtriya, Dr. Santosh Miri, Mr. Amitabh Sharma, Dr. Sapna Sharma, Dr. Anupama Gangrade, other faculties and students were present.