Workshop on “Bakery craft and Confectionery skills”

The Department of Marine Catering & Hotel Management and the Department of Food Science and  Processing Management have jointly organized a Workshop on “Bakery Craft and Confectionery skills” on 19.10.2021. 53 (III year) students from MC&HM, 27 (II &III year) students from FS &PM, totally 80 students  eagerly participated in this program. The workshop started with the welcome speech which was delivered by Ms.P.Harine, III B.Sc., FSPM and the chief guest introduction was given by Mr.K.Perumal Kannan, Asst.Professor, Department of MC&HM. This workshop was presented to the students which includes theoretical, practical oriented workshop cum demonstration, hands on training program with manufacturing aspects. Chef Kaleeswaran Honorary Secretary of Karaikudi Bakery Owners Association was a resource person this Program. The activity began with an elaborate explanation of the millet cookies, Dough nuts, Danish Pastries, different varities of Rolls & Breads and different varieties of Cakes & Gateau preparations. The program ended with a vote of thanks given by Mr.K.Jagadesh, III B.Sc, MC&HM. Feedback was collected and it shows students were satisfied with this workshop.

Webinar on “How to become an Entrepreneur”

FAGAS, an association of the Department of Food Science and Processing Management& EDP Cell jointly organized an Webinar entitled “How to become an Entrepreneur” on 19.10.2021 through this link https://meet.google.com/lookup/fcfel7kuiq?authuser=0&hs=179  between 6.00 and 6.30 pm. The resource person of this webinar is Mr.Jim waltre, trainer for IBPS& Financial Adviser explained about the steps involved in getting the loan to start a small scale industry. He also enlightened the students about the loan formalities and procedures to start a business which is a part of Food Entrepreneurship & Food Regulation and Plant Management course. This webinar would definitely help students to get an idea about getting a loan for starting up a small scale enterprise. The session was interactive and the resource persons answered the participant’s queries. Totally 36 students of our department (I, II and III year students )got benefited from this webinar. The feedback of this webinar was collected from the students and the feedback showed that the students were highly satisfied with this webinar.

Student Achievement in ACCA Exam Paper

Mr. J.S.Sanjay, final year student of B.Com., (Hons’) ACCA, successfully passed the Knowledge level examination in ACCA course F7: Financial Reporting on September 2021. The result was announced from the ACCA (UK) on 18.10.2021. He also cleared 7 ACCA papers (6 exempted papers + 1 Non-exempted paper) successfully. His academic performance is highly appreciable and career guidance is continuously given by our Professors, Principal and Management of our esteemed Institution of Subbalakshmi Lakshmipathy College of Science. The Department of Commerce (Honours) ACCA appreciated the remarkable performance of Mr. J.S.Sanjay in the ACCA examination.

Workshop on Masking Techniques in UNITY

The II & III Year students and faculty team of Animation department attended a workshop on “Masking Techniques in UNITY” on 17.10.2021, Sunday between 02:00 PM and 04:00 PM through Google meet. The workshop was organized by IMSK, Chennai. The workshop provided the students with the Basics of Masking Techniques, the industry workflow and opportunities in the gaming industry. The trainer of the workshop was Mr.Prabhakar -from IMSK. The Students took part very actively in the workshop; and all the students gave positive feedback. Totally 75 students and 5 faculties participated in the workshop.

WORLD FOOD DAY CELEBRATION

To commemorate “World Food Day – 16th October, 2021” Culinary Club of Marine Catering Hotel Management & Health and Nutrition Club of the Department of Food Science and Processing Management celebrated the World Food Day on the theme of “Our Action and Our Future” through this link (https://meet.google.com/gwm-owtk-djg). Mr.R.Viswam, final year student, Dept. of MCHM welcomed the gathering. A special speech on World Food Day was given by Ms.Jegadeeswari of III B.Sc FSPM & Mr.Jeyasurya of III B.Sc MCHM. The main aim of this program was to enlighten the spirit of the World food Day. Various competitions like Quiz and Poster presentation were conducted for the students. They were motivated not to waste food highlighting the wastage of money and efforts which is not good for anyone. Ms.P.Harine of III B.Sc FSPM delivered a valedictory speech about the importance of World Food Day. Around 70 students of both the departments participated and got benefited in this program.  At the end of the session, feedback was collected from the students and the analysis showed that most of them were highly satisfied with this program.

WORLD FOOD DAY CELEBRATION

To commemorate “World Food Day – 16th October 2021” Culinary Club of Marine Catering and Hotel Management & FAGAS association and Health and Nutrition Club of the Department of Food Science and Processing Management celebrated World Food day on the theme of Our actions are our future- Better production, better nutrition, a better environment and a better life through this link (https://meet.google.com/gwm-owtk-djg). Mr.R.Viswam, Final year student, Dept of MCHM welcomed the gathering. A key note address on World Food day was given by Ms.Jegadeeswari of III B.Sc, FSPM & Mr.Jeyasurya of III B.Sc, MCHM. The main aim of this program was to enlighten the spirit of the World food Day. Various competitions like Quiz and Poster presentation were conducted for the students. They were motivated not to waste food highlighting the wastage of money and efforts which is not good for anyone. Ms.P.Harine of III B.Sc FSPM delivered a valedictory speech about the importance of World Food Day. Totally 70 students of both departments (26 students from FSPM &44 from MCHM) participated and got benefited in this program.  At the end of the session feedback was collected from the students and the analysis showed that most of them were highly satisfied with this program.

Alumni interaction

Our Alumni   (2014-17 batch) Mr.Anand Rajah, Relationship  Manager, City Union Bank and Mr.Vignesh kumar   Manager, Axis Bank  interacted with  the students (80) of   I B.Com (B& I)  on    15.10.2021 . They spoke on the importance of licentiate and associate exam  and  other career opportunities in  Banking and Insurance companies . All the students  actively participated and gained more knowledge about career opportunities in Banking and insurance companies.

Inauguration and Celebration of A.P.J Abdul Kalam’s 90th Birthday

      The Inaugural function of Students Forum and an Observation of Dr. A.P.J Abdul Kalam’s Birthday in the name of “Commemorating Kalam with Kalam” was Celebrated on 15 October, 2021 from  12.00PM- 1.00PM in the Seminar Hall. The Program began invoking the almighty.  The program hosted by II  Year BSc Computer Science  Student Ms. Shahithya  had a voracious response. Welcome address was delivered by II CS Student Ms.Yuvasri.  The college Principal     Dr. R. Sujatha delivered the Presidential address and introduced the Students’ Forum Chairman, Secretary and Joint Secretary. Vice Principal Dr. Archunan in his speech and encouraged the students with his motivating words. The Dean – Academics  Dr. Priya explained  the functioning of the forum and the teamwork and dedication that goes into the working together for the forum.

Second year BSc.Computer Science student Mr. Srivatsav remembered the life History of A.P.J Abdul Kalam and his Contribution on Missile Operation.

As a part of the celebration Quiz and Oath taking tasks were assigned to the faculty members and the students through Google Form. In total 189 students, and 17 faculty members participated and benefitted from the celebration.

Seminar on Managing Claims in Insurance Industry

The Department of Commerce (B&I) & MBA in Association with Career Counseling Cell of Subbalakshmi Lakshmipathy College of Science and Madurai Insurance Institute jointly organized a Seminar on “Managing Claims in Insurance Industry” on 12.10.2021 in Auditorium

The inaugural session started with a Prayer and lighting of Kuthuvizhakku. Dr. M. Subramanian, Head of the Department of MBA welcomed the gathering. Respected Principal – Dr. R. Sujatha delivered the inaugural address. Honourable President Dr. R. Lakshmipathy Sir delivered the presidential address and Shri. L. Chendurnathan, Chairman of Madurai Insurance Institute delivered the felicitation address.

In the technical session, the Most Valued Chief Guests – Shri.K. Muralidharan (Rtd. Deputy Manager – Oriental Insurance Co. Ltd.) and  Shri. K.B. Vijay Srinivas  (Rtd. General Manager & Director – United India Insurance Co. Ltd.) shared their experience on claims management in both life insurance and non-life insurance business. More than three hundred and ten participants were benefited through this seminar.

Learned Dean – Academics – Dr. S. Priya  delivered the Valedictory Address.

Mr. N.R. Kaushik – II. B.Com (B&I) proposed Vote of Thanks. The session was graced by the presence of Dignitaries from Madurai Insurance Institute. Seminar arrangements were done by Mrs. V. Padmavathy, HOD – B.Com (B&I) and Dr. D. Abraham Pradeep, Assistant Professor – MBA Programme.

The program ended with a National Anthem.

Course Committee Meeting 2021-22

The Department of Commerce (Hon’s) ACCA conducted a Course Committee Meeting on 11-10-2021 at 11.15 AM to get the students’ opinion and grievances, if any, regarding academics, before the Internal Test-I. In this meeting, II & III year students and three faculty members participated. The syllabus coverage and comprehension of each course were discussed. Students gave valuable feedback and were assured that their inconveniences will be taken care of and academic standards would be maintained through efficient teaching – learning process.