The Department of Animation and Art & Media Club celebrated “World Radio Day” on 13.02.2021 (Saturday). As part of the celebration, a webinar was organized between 02:30 P.M and 03:30 P.M through Google Meet. The welcome address was delivered by Mr.V.Chenthil Kumar, Head In-charge, Department of Animation.The Session was handled by Mr. Somaskandamoorthy, Former Director of Kodai FM. He has vast experience in the field of Radio and helped the students to get a complete understanding of the Radio, its history, work process and significance. He advised the students to develop their writing skills and acquired the habit of reading books. He, also, urged the students to participate in the community radio station situated in the college premises, which in turn will help them to explore and exhibit their talent. Totally 77 students from various departments benefitted through this webinar. The vote of thanks was proposed by Mr. Abdul Aziz Hakkim, Faculty- Department of Animation. The webinar ended with the students giving a positive feedback.
EFFECTIVE USAGE OF MICROSOFT OFFICE
The Department of Animation organized a hands- on Training on “EFFECTIVE USAGE OF MICROSOFT OFFICE” for the faculty members of the institution on 03.12.2020. The Workshop started with a prayer song and Mrs.R.Suganthi Hepzibha, Head, Dept. of English delivered the welcome address. Dr.R.Sujatha, Principal, SLCS delivered the presidential address. This workshop provided training on how to efficiently and easily use Microsoft Office software. The session was handled by Mr.V.Chenthil Kumar, Head, Department of Animation. Many faculty members from all departments of the college benefited by attending this workshop. Professors M. Purushothaman, P. Kishore Kumar and M. Abdul Aziz Hakkim from the department of animation made all the arrangements for this workshop. Totally 50 faculty members participated in this workshop.
EFFECTIVE USAGE OF MICROSOFT OFFICE
The Department of Animation organized a three-day hands-on Training on “EFFECTIVE USAGE OF MICROSOFT OFFICE” for the Non-teaching Staff of the institution from 09.11.2020 to 11.11.2020. This workshop provided training on how to use Microsoft Office software efficiently and easily for office work. The session was handled by Mr.V.Chenthil Kumar, Head of the Animation Department. Many office staff members from all departments of the college benefited by attending this training workshop. Professors M. Purushothaman, P. Kishore Kumar and M. Abdul Aziz Hakkim made all the arrangements for this workshop. Totally 11 staff members participated in this workshop.
FREE EYE SCREENING CAMP
The Department of Animation and the Youth Red Cross (YRC) of Subbalakshmi Lakshmipathy College of Science organized a “Free Eye Screening Camp” in association with Aravind Eye Hospital, Madurai for the welfare of Teaching and Non Teaching Staff on 04.11.2020 (Wednesday). The Inaugural function started with a prayer song followed by the welcome address delivered by Dr.R.Sujatha, Principal, SLCS. Dr.R.Lakshmipathy, President, SLF delivered the presidential address and the special address was given by Mr.Murugesan, Camp Organizer, Aravind Eye Hospital. Ms.Sailakshmi, Asst.Prof., proposed the vote of thanks and the function ended with the National Anthem.
This Free Eye Screening Camp was conducted to create awareness about the eye and to help everyone get a free eye checkup which they were unable to do so due to lack of time. Around 200 staff members from SLCS, RLIMS, RLINS & SLF, utilized this opportunity and got their eyes checked. Spectacles were ordered for those members with refractive errors. Staff members with serious ailments were advised to consult with Ophthalmologists at Aravind Eye Hospital, Madurai. Mr.Abdul Aziz Hakkim, Department of Animation, Mr.Dhamodharan, Coordinator, YRC and Ms.Sailakshmi of Women Empowerment Cell and Healthcare Centre made all arrangements for the grand success of the event.
INTERNATIONAL ANIMATION DAY CELEBRATION – Day 3
The Valediction Ceremony of the International Animation Day Celebration 2020 was held on 31.10.2020. It started with a Prayer song and Mr.Gokul Ram of III year Animation gave the Welcome Address. Prof.Chenthil Kumar, Head of Animation Department the Chief Guests, Dr.R.Prabhakar Vedamanickam, Associate Professor, Department of Tamil & Artist Thirunavukarasu. They delivered excellent speeches on the Topic “A Day with the Masters”. Dr.R.Prabhakar Vedamanickam is an experienced person in the Art & Media Field with an exposure of 30+ years. He delivered a Talk on” How to watch Paintings & Movies in a different Perspective?” He told the students that only watching movies doesn’t create any impact but listening to them makes a great impact in their lives. Mr.Thirunavukarasu advised the students to think out of the box so that they can shine in the Industry. The speech was followed by a Discussion forum. Posters of Short films made by the second and third year students were released. Ms.I.Swetha of II Animation proposed the Vote of Thanks. Totally 100 students from the department of the college participated in the event. Professors M. Purushothaman, P. Kishore Kumar and M. Abdul Aziz Hakkim made the arrangements for the Celebrations. The students gave a Positive Feedback about the entire celebrations.
INTERNATIONAL ANIMATION DAY CELEBRATION – Day 2
The second day (29.10.2020) started with the introduction of the Chief Guest, Mr.Santhosh Narayanan who is great Artist, Designer & Writer from Chennai by Prof.Chenthil Kumar, Head of Animation Department. He gave an amazing speech on the Topic “A Day with a Minimalist”. He spoke of the concept & history of Minimalism in a lucid manner so as the students could easily understand. He also advised the students to read a variety of books to enhance and develop their knowledge which is an essential skill of an artist. He led the session to a Discussion forum which forced the students to interact and resulting in sharing of knowledge. Totally 100 students from the department of the college participated in the event.
INTERNATIONAL ANIMATION DAY CELEBRATION – Day 1
On the Inauguration Day (28.10.2020), Artist Mr.Trotsky Marudu, Kalaimamani Awardee, a great Artist, VFX & Art Director was invited as a Special Guest. He delivered a inspiring speech on the Topic “A Day with an Artist”. He narrated his childhood life and the magnificent vision of films in olden days. He also mentioned lot of World Movies and the names of various films which have created a strong impact on society as well as in the film industry. He advised the students to learn about the Traditional Methods which, according to him, will be useful for their strong foundation. After his speech, students clarified their doubts with the Guest. Ms.I.Swetha of II Animation proposed the vote of thanks.
Totally 100 students from the department of the college participated in the event.
“Intra College Webinar Series – Kadhaipoma”
The “DP Roy Choudhury Association” and “Art & Media Club” of the Department of Animation organized an Intra College webinar series associated with “Internal Quality Assurance Cell” of our college, titled “Kadhaipoma”. The first session “Kadhaipoma – Live Technical Session on Concept Art” was conducted on 06.07.2020, Monday during 10:30 A.M to 11:30 A.M using Google Meet. Mr. Sathish Kumar, Freelance Concept Artist, Bangalore, our Alumni (2011-14 Batch) with experience in film and game companies such as Technicolor, Ubisoft. Mr.P.Kishore Kumar, Instructor, delivered the Welcome Address. Mr.V.Chenthil Kumar, Coordinator, Introduced the Chief Guest and delivered the keynote address about the webinar. Our chief guest Mr. Sathish Kumar shared his industry experiences and showed a demo on Concept Art and answered all the questions of our students technically. Ms.Swetha, I Animation proposed the Vote of Thanks. Totally 100 Animation students of I & II year attended the session and gave positive feedback about the session.
“Intra College Webinar Series – Kadhaipoma”
The “DP Roy Choudhury Association” and “Art & Media Club” of the Department of Animation organized an Intra College webinar series associated with “Internal Quality Assurance Cell” of our college, titled “Kadhaipoma”. The first session “Kadhaipoma – Non-Linear Editing and DI in Feature Film”was conducted on 02.07.2020, Thursday during 10:30 A.M to 11:30 A.M using Google Meet.Mr. Boopathi Selvaraj, Cinematographer, Editor & Colorist who worked in successful movies such as “comali”, “Oh My kadavule” and “Velvet Nagaram” was the Guest Speaker. Mr.P.Kishore Kumar, Instructor, delivered the Welcome Address. Dr.R.Sujatha, Principal, delivered the Presidential Address. Mr.V.Chenthil Kumar, Coordinator, Introduced the Chief Guest and delivered the keynote address about the webinar. Our chief guest Mr.Boopathi Selvaraj, shared his industry experiences and answered all the questions of our students technically.Mr.M.Abdul Aziz Hakkim, Instructor proposed the Vote of Thanks. Totally 150 students from various departments of our college attended the session and gave positive feedback about the session.
AWARENESS TALK ON “CURRENT AFFAIRS”
Mr.P.Thirunavukkarasu, Head-Department of Animation invited as a resource person in the Seven Days Camp conducted by the NSS Unit-105 of our College held at Nedumadurai on 14.02.2020 (Friday). He delivered a speech on “Current Affairs” and enlightened the students about the current scenario of the country and the state which leads the nation towards the healthy development and growth in the economy among the world. He also explained the role of students towards the welfare of the nation and how they should develop their discipline, Academics and their patriotism, so that they can be a part of the society and it will result in their bright future. The Session ended with the gift of Plant saplings and the students gave positive feedback.