OUT DOOR CATERING (ODC) at Sterling Resorts Kodaikanal Lake, Kodaikanal

Department of Marine Catering and Hotel Management was given an opportunity to have an outdoor catering training at Sterling Resorts Kodaikanal Lake, Kodaikanal on 03.02.2023 to 04.02.2023. Totally, 5 students from I & II MCHM were able to gather knowledge on the outlet operation procedures, Buffet arrangement, Table setting for Banquet Hall and many modern techniques. This opportunity motivated and gave worthy experience to the students.

State Level Seminar on “Intellectual Property Rights”

Mr. C. Suresh Kumar, HoD & Assistant Professors, V. Gangadharan, P. Anand, E. Jacob Jebaraj and R. Ganesh, of the Department of Marine Catering and Hotel Management attended the one-day State- Level Seminar on “Intellectual Property Rights” organized by the Department of Computer Application, Satellite Campus, The American College, Madurai, on 03.02.2023. The resource persons discussed the legal rights that protect creations and/or inventions resulting in an intellectual activity in the industrial, scientific, literary, and artistic fields. They also expounded on patent rights and trademark registration.

Career counseling on “Job Opportunities in Merchant Shipping”

Department of Marine Catering and Hotel Management organized a career counseling program on “Job Opportunities in Merchant Shipping”. An alumnus, Mr. R Navaneetha Krishnan, interacted with all the students (for a total of 30 students) on 31.1.2023. He is a former student of the department and is working as a General Steward for Sea Team, Chennai. He created awareness among the students on the Job Opportunities in Merchant Shipping.  He talked on how sailing is perfect for people who are attracted to the sea. The shipping industry is one of the best fields to build a career in marine catering. Students can join in a merchant ship as general stewards and learn the duties and responsibilities, importance of health and safety measures, selection process, and documents required to join a shipping company. The program boosted students’ confidence.

SLCS-Samaaj Seva: Outreach Activity Rally on “Save Forests Save the Climate”

HEN Association, Marine Catering and Hotel Management and Yuva Club (Ministry of Tourism) conducted SLCS-Samaaj Seva: Outreach Activity- awareness program on “Save Forests Save Climate” among the rural communities of Sirumalai, Dindigul District on 28.1.2023. As part of the program, students collected waste materials from popular tourist spots in Sirumalai and disposed them in an environment friendly manner.

A rally was held amidst the rural community to raise awareness on issues related to climate change. In total, 39 students and 3 teachers participated in this program from MCHM.

SLCS-Samaaj Seva – Out Reach Activity on “SWACHHTA HI SEVA– Cleanliness is service”

India’s National Tourism Day is celebrated on 25.01.2023. It was established by the Indian government to raise awareness of the importance of tourism for the country’s economy, which is immense on the occasion of this celebration. Department of Marine Catering and Hotel Management and Yuva Club (Ministry of Tourism) organized a SLCS-Samaaj Seva—Outreach Activity on “SWACHHTA HI SEVA—Cleanliness is Service” as a one-day cleaning activity at Sirumalai, Dindigul Dist, on 23.1.2023. As part of the program, students collected waste materials from popular tourist spots in Sirumalai and disposed it in an environment friendly manner. A short rally was also organized to create swachhta awareness for the passers-by and on-lookers in the vicinity. The people in the village appreciated the efforts made by the students. In total, 32 students and 3 faculty members from MCHM took part in this program.

SLCS- Samaaj Seva – an Extension Activity on “National Youth Day”

National Youth Day is celebrated every year on 12th January, to remark the birth anniversary of Swami Vivekananda and his contribution to India’s freedom movement and regeneration of nationalism, which is immense on the occasion of this celebration. The Department of Marine Catering and Hotel Management organized an extension activity to create awareness among the school students on “Consuming Alcohol and Smoke Free Environment” on 12.1.23. As a part of the extension activity, 3 faculty members and 10 students from II MC&HM actively participated and created awareness for school students. They got an insight into how the young generation of today’s world can lead a fulfilling life by following Swami Vivekananda’s thoughts. They were also taught to meditate in order to experience peace and happiness in their day-to-day life. The main objective behind the celebration is to create a better future for the country by motivating the youth and spreading the ideas of the Swami Vivekananda. The activity of the students is appreciated by the school Principal and teachers.

Inter-departmental Competition on “National Youth Day”

Hospitality Education Network (HEN) Association of the Department of Marine Catering and Hotel Management and the Ministry of Tourism (Yuva Tourism Club) together conducted an Inter-departmental competition as part of the celebration for “National Youth Day” on 11.01.2023. Students from various departments (148 students) actively participated in the competitions like Rangoli, Connections, Pencil Art, and Tongue Twister. K. R. Bhavadharshini and S. Kavya,III ACCA, took first place, and  R. Sophiya and   T. Aksara, I FSPM, took second place in the Rangoli Competition. R. Ishwarya Prabha, III B.Com (Hons) took first place, and K. R. Trishika, II B.Com. (B&I) took second place for Pencil Art Competition. B. Bhargavi, I CS(SSS)  took first place, and M. Bala Meenakshi, I CS (SSS) took second place in the Tongue-Twister Competition. A. Lishalini and K S Tharani, I CS (SSS) took first place, and B. Bhargavi and V. S. Darsita, I CS (SSS) took second place in the Connections Competition.

Orientation Program

Department of Marine Catering and Hotel Management organized an Orientation Program for I and II year students (46 students) on 03.01.2023. Mr. C. Suresh Kumar, HoD—MC&HM, presented a power point presentation on campus culture, discipline, anti-ragging, grooming standard, vision and mission, POs, PSOs, COs of our department. Mr. N. Ramesh, Assistant Professor, explained the OBE pattern, attendance percentage for examination, and calculation of the continuous assessment marks, both in theory and in practical. Mr. P. Anand, Assistant Professor, explained the curriculum, course plan, lesson plan, and class time table. Mr. Gangadharan, Assistant Professor, described the activities and extra-curricular activities of the department. Mr. E. Jacob Jebaraj, Assistant Professor, gave a detailed information on part-time job; ODC program of the students, value-added course, preparation of competitive examinations and campus placements. Mr. R. Ganesh, Assistant Professor, briefed on the online course enrollment (Moocs, Swayam), clubs and forums, communication and soft skills, career planning. Finally, the lesson plan, class schedule, and attendance log sheet was given to the class representative.

Christmas Eve & New Year Celebration

Department of Marine Catering and Hotel Management celebrated “Christmas Eve & New Year Celebration- 2023” on 22.12.2022 at the Training Restaurant.  The restaurant was decorated with Christmas theme and the event was celebrated with Christmas carols, pomp and grandeur arranged by MCHM students (68 students).  The Principal along with 70 faculty members participated in this event.

SLCS-Samaaj Seva – Extension Activity on “SWACHHTA HI SEVA– Cleanliness is service”

Department of Marine Catering and Hotel Management organized a SLCS-Samaaj Seva—Extension Activity on “SWACHHTA HI SEVA—Cleanliness is Service”, as a one-day cleaning activity at Alagar Kovil, Madurai, on 16.12.2022. Students created awareness among the rural people by providing pamphlets and suggesting them to create a green environment in their surroundings. As a part of the program, they walked along the street, collected plastic waste, and cleaned the temple area. Students actively participated in the program by giving in their full support, which made it a great success. The people in the village appreciated the efforts made by the students and the co-ordinator. Totally, 15 students and 6 faculty members from MCHM took part in this program.