SLCS- Smaaj Seva – an Extension Activity on- “Share the Meal” – Donated Food and Grocery to the Old age Home

The Department of Marine Catering and Hotel Management organized, (SLCS-Samaaj Seva), an extension activity on “Share the Meal” (Donating Food and Groceries to the Old age Home) in Anaiyur, Madurai on 16.2.22 .Considering the pandemic situation the 6 Marine catering and Hotel Management department faculty members and 10 students visited the Old age home and served various meals to the senior citizens who are living there. Besides, we have distributed to the inmates the monthly groceries worth of Rs.5000 like Toor Dhal, lentils,  Urad dhal, Rice bag, Sugar, Tea packets, Dry lentil, Cooking oil, Gingely oil, Garlic, Atta, Millets etc,,

               An appreciable level of humanity and humbleness were seen among the students who involved in this noble cause. We felt that as human beings, it’s our responsibility to help the most vulnerable amongst us in their time of need. Orphan managers conveyed their sincere thanks to all the faculty members who contributed money towards purchasing monthly groceries and food items for the old age home.

Extension Activity SLCS- Samaaj Seva on “Diet Counselling for Elderly people”

On 16.02.2022, FAGAS, an Association of the Department of Food Science and Processing Management of Subbalakshmi Lakshmipathy College of Science, Madurai, organised an extension activity (SLCS Samaaj Seva) for the old age people in Anaiyur, Madurai, by giving Diet Counselling to the elderly people. Thirteen FSPM second-year students taught the value of healthy eating practises. To raise awareness, our students distributed brochures and provided counselling on the importance of various dietary practises to be followed by the old age people. Finally, our students demonstrated their readiness to give one month’s worth of groceries to the old age members.

Service to Kuruvithurai Perumal Temple” – Cholavanthan, Madurai

The Department of Commerce (Honours) ACCA organized an Outreach program Activity at Kuruvithurai Perumal Temple” – Cholavanthan, Madurai under “SLCS SAMAAJ SEVA” on 16.02.2022. We were extended warm greetings for the contribution of our all ACCA Students to the “Sri Chitraradha Vallaba Perumal Temple”, Kuruvithurai. The coordinator Mr. Nagarajan of kuruvithurai temple took the initiative and assigned them with task. Our ACCA students cleaned and did the chores of the work within the temple and created awareness regarding covid-19 to the visitors of the temple. All the students were doing their assigned work fervently. Guru Bhagwan-Jupiter constructed a place for his son on Vaigai River and performed penance on Lord Narayana. Hence, the place is called Guruvithurai-Kuruvithurai. Lord Narayana, pleased with his penance appeared before Guru on a Rath of aesthetic beauty and rescued his son Kasa. Hence, the lord is known as Chithiraradha Perumal – Perumal with a Rath of aesthetic beauty. The students were happy to spend that day at the temple. Though the time spent in the temple was just a few hours, however, they experienced peace of mind and spiritual awakening. The temple authorities expressed gratitude to college management for taking the initiative and helping the students in keeping the temple clean. 50 students of I, II and III year ACCA visited and rendered service in the temple precincts’.

Extension Activity SLCS- Samaaj Seva on “Diet Counselling for Elderly people”

On 16.02.2022, FAGAS, an Association of the Department of Food Science and Processing Management of Subbalakshmi Lakshmipathy College of Science, Madurai, organised an extension activity (SLCS Samaaj Seva) for the old age people in Anaiyur, Madurai, by giving Diet Counselling to the elderly people. Thirteen FSPM second-year students taught the value of healthy eating practises. To raise awareness, our students distributed brochures and provided counselling on the importance of various dietary practises to be followed by the old age people. Finally, our students demonstrated their readiness to give one month’s worth of groceries to the old age members.

Workshop on “Art of chocolate”

The Department of Food Science and  Processing Management and the Department of Marine Catering & Hotel Management jointly organized a Workshop on “Art of chocolate” from 14.02.2022 to 15.02.2022 at F36 class room. 32(II year) students from MC&HM, 12 (II year) students from FS &PM (totally 44 students) eagerly participated in this program. This workshop was presented to the students, which included theoretical and hands- on training program with manufacturing aspects of chocolate. Ms. Sanashree was the trainer for this workshop.She began the activity with an elaborate explanation of the art of chocolate and different varieties of chocolate Gateau preparations.  At the end of the day the students gathered an appreciable level of practical knowledge about the different varieties of chocolate with utmost satisfaction.

CELEBRATION OF WORLD RADIO DAY

The Department of Animation & Visual communication jointly celebrated the “World Radio Day 2022” on 14.02.2022 (Monday) between 11.00 AM and 01.30 PM. Mr. P. Kishore Kumar, Head i/c cum Asst. Prof., Department of Animation welcomed the gathering. Mr.BabuShajan Kevin, Head i/c cum Asst. Prof., Department of Viscom introduced the chief guest, Mr. John Raja Durai, Associate programming director, Music Broadcast Private Limited (Radiocity 91.1FM). He addressed the students that the World Radio Day is observed to recognize the contribution of the mass communication medium in providing news and entertainment across all strata of society. He advised the students to discuss the current affairs, general knowledge and narrate stories through Podcast. He inspired and motivated the students by sharing the tactics and nuances required to become a Radio Jockey. He stressed on delivering the content in one’s own style with creativity which is one of the most important factors needed for attracting audience though it might be in a grumpy, squeaky, soft or loud voice. He reinforced the idea that the nature of the voice is never an issue. He mentioned that at times, a person well prepared to deliver the content might be rejected and the one who talks with originality and confidence is selected.The students eagerly participated in the activity. Besides they got clarified their doubts with the resource person regarding taking up RJ as a profession. The event helped the students in understanding the medium of radio better. Totally 66 Students from both the departments participated in this event.

“Service to Gandhi Memorial Museum”, Madurai

The Department of Commerce (Honours) ACCA organized an Outreach program Activity at “Gandhi Memorial Museum”, Madurai under “SLCS SAMAAJ SEVA” on 14.02.2022. We were extended warm greetings by the members of National Museum. The coordinator of the Gandhi museum Mr. Nanda Rao took the charge and the assigned some tasks. The students were divided into a team. Some of them were asked to write the certificates, the others were told to arrange the books, newspapers and clean the library area and the rest were told to count the sculptures. Everyone was doing their work enthusiastically and had completed the task by 12.50pm. The coordinator briefed the history of Gandhi museum. The exhibits & artifacts are on Gandhi & India’s independent movement, with many photos depicting his life. At the end of the session they took some photos.

The incharge of the museum was overwhelmed by our presence and our service. They were happy to spend that day in the museum. Though the time spent with them was just a few hours, however, it taught us the lesson for a lifetime. At, last Mr. A.Raja, Assistant Professor thanked the Museum Coordinator and in charges for having given the wonderful opportunity to visit the museum. 50 students of I, II and III year ACCA visited and served them.

SLCS SAMAAJ SEVA ON SAFETY IN KITCHEN

The Department of Fire and Industrial Safety, Hebert William Henrich Association jointly organized SLCS SAMAAJ SEVA – an extension activity on “SAFETY IN KITCHEN” at Kanjanayakanpatti, near Aruppukottai on 14/02/2022.  2 students from II Year B.Sc., Fire & Industrial Safety, and Mr.M.Anathakrishnan & Mr.D.Balaji participated in the activity. This initiative created the awareness among the Homemakers who works in the Kitchen most of the time. During this activity the students guided the people about safe Handling of Kitchen Appliances. The students explained what to do and what not to do during the happenings of fire accidents.

The aim of this activity is to emphasize and highlight about the need safety precaution while working in kitchen. The Homemakers from the village render their Cooperation & the involvement the students were commendable. Totally 20 people got benefitted through the Kitchen safety awareness.

SLCS SAMAAJ SEVA ON SAFETY IN CONSTRUCTION

The Department of Fire and Industrial Safety, Hebert William Henrich Association organized SLCS SAMAAJ SEVA – an extension activity on “SAFETY IN CONSTRUCTION” at VA TECH WABAG LTD, Coimbatore on 14/02/2022. One student from III year, Mr.S.Kaviraj participated in the activity. This initiative created the awareness among the people who working in the construction. He also insisted the people to Hard hat (Yellow – Construction work) and Safety harness to avoid the risk of fall. During this activity the student explained the people about the Hazards in the construction such as Work at height, Moving objects, Slips, Trips, Material Handling etc.

The aim of this activity is to emphasize and highlight about the need of safety in construction. The Authorities and Employees from the VA TECH WABAG LTD render their Cooperation. The involvement of students was commendable to reach out the maximum number of workers in the construction and by creating awareness. Totally 20 people got benefitted through the awareness on construction Safety.

AWARENESS ABOUT ONLINE SAFETY FOR WOMEN

The Department of Computer Science (SSS), as a part of its SLCS – Samaaj Seva (Extension Activity), organized a program “Awareness about Online Safety for Women” on 12.02.2022 at Samathuva Makkal Mandram, Kariapatti. Five students from I & II B.Sc CS (SSS) participated and created awareness about social media safety for women in this digital era. They explained various safety features in WhatsApp & Facebook. Finally they explained mobile security applications. Mrs.V.Gayathri, Assistant Professor, Dept. of CS (SSS) accompanied the students. Overall 39 people got benefitted by involving themselves in this activity.