Workshop: 'How to use SPSS for Data Analysis'

10th March 2017, Psychology Association

. To help them understand how to use SPSS, Department of Psychology organized a Workshop on Use of SPSS for Data Analysis on 10th March 2017. Resource person was Ms. Pradnya Khandeparkar, Head, Department of Statistics, SIES College, Sion (W). She taught students how to calculate correlation, regression, use SPSS to conduct t test and F test with some data.

Guest Lecture: 'Narrative Therapy'

3rd March 2017, Psychology Association

Ms. Kashmira Kakalia, special educator, practices Narrative Therapy with her clients. Psychology Association invited her to deliver a lecture on Narrative Therapy on 3rd March 2017. She explained in detail various techniques used in Narrative Therapy

Marathi Bhashya Din

27th February 2017, Marathi Vangmaya Mandal

On the occassion of Marathi Rajyabhasha Divas and to commemorate the birth anniversary of the Marathi litterateur and poet, Shri. Vishnu Vaman Shirwadkar (Kusumagraj), the association organized a talk on ‘ Marathi Patrakarita-Shamata ani Sandhi’, by Mr. Sameer Karve, Assistant Sub-Editor, Maharashtra Times. He spoke on the relevance of language, its pragmatics and development in the field of journalism. He guided the students regarding how to pursue a career in media and how to improvise ones skills to be a part of this glamorous yet challenging world. Junior and Degree college students participated actively.

Marathi Bhashya Din

27th February 2017, Marathi Vangmaya Mandal

On the occassion of Marathi Rajyabhasha Divas and to commemorate the birth anniversary of the Marathi litterateur and poet, Shri. Vishnu Vaman Shirwadkar (Kusumagraj), the association organized a talk on ‘ Marathi Patrakarita-Shamata ani Sandhi’, by Mr. Sameer Karve, Assistant Sub-Editor, Maharashtra Times. He spoke on the relevance of language, its pragmatics and development in the field of journalism. He guided the students regarding how to pursue a career in media and how to improvise ones skills to be a part of this glamorous yet challenging world. Junior and Degree college students participated actively.

Debate

25th February 2017, Debating Society

1st prize in inter-college debate at M.D.College, Parel was won by Ms. Lakshmi Priya Pillai of TYBCom and Ms.Divya Sharma of SYBCom.

PPT presentation on Sikhism

24th February 2017, Philosophy Association

Students presented on Sikhism calendar, festivals and symbols which was followed by interaction.

Screening of the movie :'Life is beautiful'

22nd February 2017, Psychology Association

to help students understand Existential therapy, Psychology Association arranged screening of the movie ‘Life is Beaultiful’ on 22nd February 2017. This movie beautifully portrays how the protagonist in the movie, who is caught in concentration camp, gives meaning to the experience so that his son can cope with it. The elements of Existential Therapy were discussed in the light of the movie later.

PPT presentation on Jainism

18th February 2017, Philosophy Association

Students presented on Jainism calendar, festivals and symbols which was followed by interaction.

Computer Science Past Students Reunion 2017

11th February 2017, Computer Science Association

Department of Computer Science organized a reunion for the past students on 2nd February 2017. Past Students from UG and PG courses attended the event.

Guest lecture

10th February 2017, English Association

A lecture by Mr. Rakesh Anand Bakshi on his book Director's Diaries The Road to their first film

Asteya (Non-stealing) Value for the month

9th February 2017, Value Lab

The I.T and B.M.S departments of the collge organized several activities for the value of the month as follows 1. Lecture on Cyber Crime and Security by Mr. Sachin Dedhia on 9.2.17 (I.T.) 2. Lecture on Cyber Crime and Security specially for teaching faculty by prof. Archana on 18.2.17 (I.T.) 3. Lecture on Cyber Forensics by Mr. Amitesh on 11.2.17 (I.T.) 4. Lecture on Plagiarism in the entrepreneurial Context by Prof. Samish Dalal on 20.2.17 (B.M.S) 5.Awareness of Asteya through poster making event. (I.T.)

Seminar on "Cyber Crime and Cyber Security"

9th February 2017, It Association

Seminar on “Cyber Crime and Cyber Security” by Sachin Dedhia, CEO, Skynet solutions for the students and teachers of Arts and Science Departments

Workshop on Hypnosis

7th February 2017, Psychology Association

One of the current TYB Psychology students, Palasha Parikh has taken training in Hypnosis. She conducted a workshop for her classmates on Hypnotherapy on 7th February 2017. She elaborated on what is hypnotherapy, and with illustration explained what self-hypnosis is and how it goes about.

PPT presentation on Buddhism

4th February 2017, Philosophy Association

Students presented on Buddhism calendar, festivals and symbols which was followed by interaction.

Interaction with students from Xi'an University

2nd February 2017, Politics Association

Organized a student interaction with Lu Jianxi from Xi'an University of Technology and Yan Kexin from the Peking University (both were a part of the Global Intern Exchange Program conducted by AIESEC)

Guest lecture by Mr Gawande (Microbiology Association)

2nd February 2017, Microbiology Association

Arranged a talk on admission to MUHS recognized two years full time MBA course on Health Care management by Mr. Gawande on 02/02/2017.

Pravas- ek anandayatra’-guest lecture

31st January 2017, Marathi Vangmaya Mandal

‘Ananadyatri’, Mr. Prakash Patwardhan was invited to give a talk on his experiences pertaining to travel and tourism. The program’ Pravas- ek anandayatra’ was in the form of interview ,where the students asked Mr. Patwardhan questions related to the cultural norms, sights to visit, geographical landmarks, culinary highlights etc. of the places that he visited. He also showed the students photographs of the places, thereby generating a keenness to visit those places.

Alumni Interaction

14th January 2017, It Association

Alumni Interaction on “cloud computing” by Mr.Shakeel conducted for MSc(IT) Part1 I and Part II students

Etiquette Value for the month

13th January 2017, Value Lab

The Department of English, organized a number of activities. 1. Poster making competition ; winners felicitated by the Principal (13.1.17) 2. A Talk on ‘Importance of Manners’ by SIES counsellor Ms. Vritti. (25.1.17) 3. Student and Faculty discussion on ‘Is Etiquette Dying a Slow Death in College Campuses?’ (27.1.17) 4. A Talk on Business Etiquette by Prof. Avin Shah. (27.1.17) 5. A skit on Etiquette by NSS students of SIES (27.1.17) 6. A satirical skit on Etiquette by TYBA Eng. Lit. students. (27.1.17)

Guest Lecture: 'Never do anything by halves'

10th January 2017, Psychology Association

A very well-known and senior Professor of Psychology Dr. Anuradha Sovani , who is now heading Department of Psychology , SNDT University, Churchgate guided students about doing online references and finding relevant books and research papers.

PPT presentation on Hinduism

7th January 2017, Philosophy Association

Students presented on Hinduism calendar, festivals and symbols which was followed by interaction.

Guest Lecture: 'Forensic Psychology'

5th January 2017, Psychology Association

year Psychology Association invited Ms. Deepti Puranik to give a talk on the field of Forensic Psychology and career opportunities therein on 5th January 2017. She gave detailed information about the role of a forensic psychologist in crime investigation and also about courses for studying Forensic Psychology.

Guest lecture

3rd January 2017, English Association

A lecture by Dr. Darius Cooper, Mesa College, San Diego, USA, on 'Mourning the Death of Critical Thinking due to Student Apathy and Use of Technology'

Excursion

22nd December 2016, Hindi Association

An excursion was organized to Arnala fort and bird sanctuary by the Department of Hindi.

Screening of the film 'Devrai'

21st December 2016, Psychology Association

Psychology Association screened an award-winning Marathi movie 'Devrai' to help students understand the disorder of Schizophrenia and the challenges for caregivers of patient with Schizophrenia

Changing Trends in Indian Politics and Evolution of Party System

21st December 2016, Politics Association

Organized a guest lecture of department alumnus, Mr. Akshay Marathe, currently serving as a National Joint Secretary, Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) on ‘Changing Trends in Indian Politics and Evolution of Party Systems in India”.

Teaching Event

20th December 2016, N S S

Volunteers taught school children about traffic safety, personal hygiene and cleanliness in 5 different schools. Sensitization of school children were carried out.

Teaching Event

20th December 2016, N S S

Volunteers taught school children about traffic safety, personal hygiene and cleanliness in 5 different schools. Sensitization of school children were carried out.

Nritya Sangeeta Virunnu

17th December 2016, Malayalam Association

Organized “Nritya Sangeetha Virunnu”, a dance and music programme by students and staffs.

Peace Value for the month

16th December 2016, Value Lab

The Commerce Department of the college, conducted the activities for the value of the month. This inculded- 1. Poster Competition on Peace 4. Singing Competition on Peace 5. Essay (creative) writing Competition on Peace 6. Distribution of Peace Key chains to Judges and Principal

Gita Jayanti Celebration

10th December 2016, Philosophy Association

Organized a workshop on The Gita Jayanti Fest to observe 'Gita Jayanti, The Glory of the Celestial Song' in association with Aarsha Vidya Pitam. The workshop compromised of series of sessions by Swami Bhramavidananda and Swamini Bhramaprajnanada that re-opened the ancient wisdom of the Gita and juxtaposed it with our modern lifestyle and society. The workshop touched on important themes like self-knowledge, self-introspection, self-acceptance, the place of karma and dharma in an individual's life, etc. followed by audience Q and A.

NSS Residential Camp

9th December 2016, N S S

7 Days NSS Residential camp was held at Kawthewadi. Several events were organised like seminar on streetplay, clean up drive, candle making, survey in farmer's suicide, teaching English, mathematics, etc. to children, self defence lessons, survey on gender justice and gender equality, shramdaan, seminar on higher education, wall painting in school, a session on the idea of beauty, etc. The camp was organized for the education andsensitization of Kawathewadi villagers. Around 160 Villagers including children were bebefited from the programme.

Blood donation drive

7th December 2016, N S S

Blood donation drive was organized in association with Sion Hospital Blood Bank. 285 units of blood bottles were donated to Sion hospital Blood Bank.

Eclesia

5th December 2016, Commerce Association

Organized Eclesia, Student’s Parliament in the college premises.

Candid Conversation

1st December 2016, Commerce Association

Organized a Candid Conversation on Demonetization by CA Sunil Mone, Finance Controller, Govt of Maharashtra.

World Philosophy Day

21st November 2016, Philosophy Association

Dr. Sudha Asthana, Lecturer, Department of Botany delivered a lecture on Legal Empowerment and Notion of Justice on 21st November 2016. Students participated in One Minute Wisdomactivity in which a student enacted like Socrates probing questions to participants and to members in the audience.

Justice Value for the month (September to November)

21st November 2016, Value Lab

2. Guest Lecture on Legal Empowerment and Notion of Justice by Dr. Sudha Asthana. All students from different streams Total- 25 participants.

Justice Value for the month (September to November)

19th November 2016, Value Lab

1.Case Study Analysis Session on Trolley Problem, Business Ethics, Capital Punishment. FYBA, SYBA and TYBA students participated.

Run for unity

31st October 2016, N S S

National Unity day was celebrated in the form of a marathon to celebrate the spirit of unity on the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhai Patel. 45 Volunteers participated in the marathon to celebrate the spirit of unity.

Launching of Diwali Magzine - University

27th October 2016, N S S

The Mumbai University launched a Diwali edition of their magazine. Volunteers attended the programme and were encouraged to read nonfiction books.

Bhondla

21st October 2016, Marathi Vangmaya Mandal

A Marathi cultural program ‘ Bhondla’ was conducted to help orient students with the traditional heritage of Maharashtra. Traditional ‘hadga’ songs and stories were told to the students by the staff members and students performed dance on the songs as well. More than 50 students participated.

Dengue Awareness

19th October 2016, N S S

The volunteers were educated about the diseases like Dengue by doctors at Matunga dispensery and were told about the preventive measures. Volunteers were educated about precautions and control measures for dengue.

Diabetes Camp

9th October 2016, N S S

NSS unit assisted the Rotaract Club in organizing a free diabetes camp. "Volunteers helped in organization. Beneficiaries were the people in and around Sion."

PPT presentation on Islam

8th October 2016, Philosophy Association

Students presented on Islam calendar, festivals and symbols which was followed by interaction.

Voter’s Awareness and Registration Rally

8th October 2016, N S S

A rally was conducted on Voter’s Registration Awareness from VSIT to Gurunanak College in which our volunteers participated actively. Awareness was created amongst public about voter ID registration.

Bhajan Sandhya

2nd October 2016, N S S

On the occasion of Gandhi Jayanti, famous bhajans were recited at Gateway of India. Mahatma Gandhi and his contributions towards the country were remembered and honoured by singing his favourite bhajans.

Guest Lecture: 'How to prepare for and write University Exam'

29th September 2016, Psychology Association

Associate Professor from V.G.Vaze College Dr. Neeta Mehta guided TYBA Psychology students about how to prepare for and write TYBA Psychology University Examination.

Seminar on Prevention of Diabetes and Hepatitis – B

29th September 2016, N S S

In collaboration with United Way Mumbai (UWM), NSS unit organized a seminar on prevention of Diabetes and Hepatities-B was conducted. Volunteers were educated about Hepatitis B and Diabetes and their prevention.

Share the Load

27th September 2016, N S S

Volunteers attended a film screening on the topic Division of labour (share the load) organized by AksharaFoundation conducted. Volunteers were sensitized about the division of labour and were encouraged to share the load.

Kaleche Jivanatil Sthan- guest lecture

26th September 2016, Marathi Vangmaya Mandal

The association organized a guest lecture by Mr. Vivek Bhagwat(renowned Tabla artist) on ‘ Kaleche Jivanatil Sthan’. He spoke on the significance and relevance of arts, skills development and aesthetic outlook towards life. He shared his life experiences and journey with the students, encouraging them to pursue their hobbies and develop aptitude towards art related activities. The talk was followed with an interactive session. Around 50 students participated in the program.

Kaleche Jivanatil Sthan- guest lecture

26th September 2016, Marathi Vangmaya Mandal

The association organized a guest lecture by Mr. Vivek Bhagwat(renowned Tabla artist) on ‘ Kaleche Jivanatil Sthan’. He spoke on the significance and relevance of arts, skills development and aesthetic outlook towards life. He shared his life experiences and journey with the students, encouraging them to pursue their hobbies and develop aptitude towards art related activities. The talk was followed with an interactive session. Around 50 students participated in the program.

Pulse Polio Drive - II

25th September 2016, N S S

Polio doses were given to the children from the age of 0 to 5 at Sion, Matunga & Dadar Station. NSS volunteers also went from door to door to give the polio doses. More than 1000 children were benefitted from this drive.

NSS Foundation Day Celebration

24th September 2016, N S S

Senior experienced volunteers gave a talk on Foundation, History and Importance of NSS. A board was also put up and everybody were told to give their opinion on What changes do they want to see in the society. 100 Newly joined volunteers were educated about Foundation, History and Importance of NSS.

Pulse Polio Drive Training

22nd September 2016, N S S

36 volunteers were trained for the Pulse Polio Drive.

Guest Lecture on "Business Analysis"

21st September 2016, It Association

Guest lecture on “Business Analytics” by Prof. Pranjal Muley, Vivekanand Institute of Management Studies and Research

Awareness Campaign

20th September 2016, Psychology Association

As a part of literary festival Utkarsha, on 20th September 2016, TYBA Psychology students conducted an Awareness Campaign on addiction to online games and social networking sites. This campaign was presented to Std VIII students of D. S. High School, Sion (W). Psychology students, in the form of a short skit, gave information about overuse and misuse of online games and social networking sites, their ill effects etc.

Inauguration of Commerce Association

20th September 2016, Commerce Association

Grand inauguration of Commerce Association by Chief Guest Dr. Kinnarry Thakkar, Principal of SIES College of Commerce & Economics.

Essay Writing Competition

20th September 2016, Commerce Association

Conducted Essay Writing Competition on Financial Literacy and Affairs to assess student’s knowledge towards the subject.

Taboo

20th September 2016, Commerce Association

A stand where students were given financial jargons, for which they were to act to resemble.

Symposium on "An Unquiet Valley: Decoding insurgency in Kashmir"

20th September 2016, Politics Association

As part of the annual college literary festival, Utkarsha, organized a student symposium on “An Unquiet Valley: Decoding insurgency in Kashmir”

DEBATING SOCIETY-HINDI-HINDI ELOCUTIN COMPETITION

20th September 2016, Debating Society

Hindi elocution competition was organized, 9 students have participated in the competition. Students spoke on the topic for 3 minutes.

Utkarsha 2016 event-Khel Shabdancha

19th September 2016, Marathi Vangmaya Mandal

Under the college literary and fine arts festival, ‘ Utkaarsh- 2016-2017’ , the association organized ‘ Khel Shabdancha -one minute wisdom’ competition. The event comprised of on the spot, extempore elocution on a topic of current social relevance. Participants were given one minute to express themselves and were judged on different dimensions like presentation, voice modulation etc. 30 students from both junior and degree college participated. Ms. Geeta Paluskar (Faculty, Mathematics Department, Degree college) and Mr. Santosh Nar (Faculty, Mathematics Department, Junior college) were the judges. Rushika Jadhav( FYJC, Science) bagged the first prize whereas Janhvi Parab got the second prize.

Bulls of Walls Street

19th September 2016, Commerce Association

A dummy Financial Market was set enabling students to plan and execute their financial goals.

Street Play Performance

19th September 2016, N S S

Volunteers performed 2 street-plays in the college to create awareness on Women Empowerment and against AIDS. College youth was sensitized about Aids and Women empowerment.

Papier Mache Workshop

19th September 2016, N S S

In association with Khula Asmaan, NSS unit organized Papier Mache Workshop. Volunteers learnt technique of article preparations by using ecofriendly material – ‘Papier Mache’.

Poster Making Competition

19th September 2016, N S S

Poster making competition was conducted on the topic ‘Save Electricity’. Posters displayed by the volunteers helped to sensitize and educate college youth about saving electricity.

Utkarsha - Poetry Recitation competition

19th September 2016, Hindi Association

Poetry Recitation competition was organized, 14 Students have participated in the competition.

ITerationz 2016

19th September 2016, It Association

Four events namely Mini Militia, Tricks and Techs, E-Hunt and InQUIZation have been conducted under UTKARSHA 2016

UTKARSH - Hindi essay writing competition

19th September 2016, Hindi Association

Hindi essay writing competition was organized, 17 Students have participated in the competition .

PPT presentation on Christianity

17th September 2016, Philosophy Association

Students presented on Christianity calendar, festivals and symbols which was followed by interaction.

Nirmalya Collection Drive

17th September 2016, N S S

Volunteers collected Nirmalya from different the Ganpati Pandals. 8 volunteers participated in Nirmalya collection drive.

Times Green Ganesha

16th September 2016, N S S

Volunteers participated in the clean-up drive organized by Times Green Ganeshaat GirgaonChawpati. 50 volunteerscleaned Girgaon Chawpati during Ganesh Festival.

Voter's registration desk

16th September 2016, N S S

Volunteers conducted voter awareness and registration drive in college premises. A registration desk was set up near collegeentrance to distribute and collect the forms filled by eligible college students. "No. of Forms distributed: 445 No. of Forms Collected: 173 Forms Submitted to election Board Offices: 167

Informative session at Marathi Bhasha Bhavan

11th September 2016, N S S

An informative session was conducted on the life of Swami Vivekananda. The volunteers were educated about the sacrifices and contributions of Swami Vivekananda.

ISR Kawthewadi - Women Empowerment

11th September 2016, Samvedana-isr

Aishwarya Pillai from FYBMM and the class conducted women empowerment, health and hygiene sessions for the girls of Kawathewadi. They also assisted in organizing games and recreational activities for the village kids

Traffic Control

6th September 2016, N S S

Volunteers helped the police to control the traffic on the days of Ganpati Visarjan. 120 volunteers helped police for traffic management.

Inauguration of Malayalam Association

2nd September 2016, Malayalam Association

Malayalam Association activities inaugurated by Prin. Dr. Uma Shankar, followed by Cultural Programme by students and staff – “Malayalathanima”.

Prize Distribution Ceremony

1st September 2016, N S S

Volunteers assisted the university staff in organizing and managing annual prize distribution ceremony. Volunteers helped in event management.

Shravandhaara

29th August 2016, Marathi Vangmaya Mandal

The Mandal inaugurated its activities for the academic year with a poetry recitation event . Students presented poems on the theme of ‘rains/paaus’. The poems that they recited were either composed by them or were the compositions of famous Marathi poets. Students also enthusiastically presented songs and dance performances on the same theme. Around 50 students from junior and degree college and 10 staff members participated in the event.

Sow Bean and Go Green

27th August 2016, N S S

Volunteers were briefed about tree plantations and were provided to Seed samples and compost. They were asked to produce small plant saplings using the provided seeds. Volunteers were taught the technique of sowing, potting & repotting. Volunteers produced 50 saplings.

Alumni involvement

27th August 2016, Hindi Association

Our alumni Mr. Dhiraj kumar delivered a lecture on the topic ‘SSC Junior Hindi Translators Examination ki taiyari kaise karein’.

Tiranga March

22nd August 2016, N S S

Volunteers participated in Tiranga March organized by University of Mumbai. NSS unit celebrated the spirit of patriotism and independence.

Independence Day

15th August 2016, N S S

Volunteers celebrated Independence Day by hosting the flag in college premises. It was followed by cultural programmes. NSS unit celebrated the spirit of patriotism and independence.

Perspective Building Workshop

14th August 2016, N S S

There were a series of seminars which was conducted by the NGO Akshara on the division of labour. Volunteers participated in the workshop and got educated about division of labour.

Workshop on Malaria

13th August 2016, N S S

Volunteers participated in the workshop organized by K C College for creating awareness on Malaria. Volunteers were sensitized and educated.

Guest lecture by Miss Soumya Nair (Microbiology Association)

13th August 2016, Microbiology Association

Microbiology association arranged a talk by Miss Soumya Nair (Alumni) on Admission to M.Sc course at MSU Baroda on 13/8/2016.

Workshop on Dengue and Malaria

12th August 2016, N S S

Volunteers participated in the workshop organized by M D College for creating awareness on Dengue and Malaria. Volunteers were sensitized and educated.

Rakshabandhan Event

11th August 2016, N S S

NSS volunteers organized exhibition cum sale of Rakhis and other gift articles prepared by specially abled children. College students and staff were encouraged to buy articles made by specially abled children.

Guest lecture by Mr Sharang Kulkarni (Microbiology Association)

11th August 2016, Microbiology Association

Microbiology association arranged a talk by Mr Sharang Kulkarni (Alumni) on studies abroad in Germany on 11/8/2016.

Compassion as the Value for the month

10th August 2016, Value Lab

3. Debate on ‘Are Old Age Homes Relevant Today?’ in ass. with Asian Group Center. All students from different streams Total- 25 Winners: Esha, Akanksha, Sankalp

Guest lecture - Personal Hygiene

10th August 2016, N S S

A guest lecture on Personal Hygiene was organized for girls by Ms. Vriti Vazirani. College girls were educated about the importance of personal hygiene. Daily problems faced by girls were discussed and were cleared.

August Kranti Day

9th August 2016, N S S

Volunteer participated in the rally organized on the remembrance of August Kranti Day. The contribution and sacrifices of our freedom fighters were honoured.

Tree Plantation drive

7th August 2016, N S S

NSS volunteers visited Kawathewadi to conduct tree plantation drive. 25 plant saplings were planted in Kawathewadi.

Disaster Management

7th August 2016, N S S

NSS volunteers attended a workshop on Disaster Management organized by Sri Sathya Sai SevaOrganization at Andheri. 37 NSS volunteers got trained.

Compassion Value for the month(July and August)

4th August 2016, Value Lab

1. Photography competition on capturing compassion 2. Debate/Discussion on Euthanasia

PPT presentation on Judaism

3rd August 2016, Philosophy Association

Students presented on Judaism calendar, festivals and symbols which was followed by interaction.

Orientation Programme

30th July 2016, N S S

NSS unit organized orientation programme for newly joined NSS volunteers. 100 newly joined volunteers were educated about the importance and pattern of NSS activities.

Friendship Day with BMC workers

29th July 2016, N S S

Friendship day was celebrated with BMC workers by presenting them flowers, friendship bands, key-chains and Water bottles as a token of love and respect. BMC workers were acknowledged and appreciated for their hard-work and efforts.

PPT presentation on Zoroastrianism

26th July 2016, Philosophy Association

Students presented on Zoroastrian calendar, festivals and symbols which was followed by interaction.

Movie Screening

21st July 2016, Hindi Association

Famous Historical movie ‘Amrapali’ was Screened.

Guru Poornima

19th July 2016, N S S

NSS volunteers celebrated Guru-Poornima by presentinghandmade paper flowers and bookmarks to all the teachers. NSS volunteers expressed gratitude towards the contributions made by their teachers.

Guru Purnima Celebration ceremony

19th July 2016, Hindi Association

Guru Purnima Celebration ceremony was organized by the department of Hindi.

University Foundation Day Celebration

18th July 2016, N S S

NSS unit participated in the programme for celebration of 159th Foundation Day of University.

Wake Up India

16th July 2016, N S S

The NSS unit along with the Prajnya Vision Centre organized an event to sensitize people. College youth was sensitized people about the problems faced by visually challengedpeople in their daily life.

Guest lecture by Mr. Shreeram Garg (Microbiology Association)

12th July 2016, Microbiology Association

Microbiology association arranged a talk by Mr. Shreeram Garg (Alumni) on studies abroad in USA on 12/7/2016.

Tree Plantation Street Play

11th July 2016, N S S

A street-play was performed at Sion railway station to create awareness on the importance of trees plantations. Awareness was created about importance and necessity of conservation of trees.

Tree Plantation Drive - Vanamohotsav Celebration

10th July 2016, N S S

It was University event. Volunteers planted trees at Mahim Nature Park to celebrate Vanmahotsav organized by BMC. 25 plant saplings were planted by the volunteers.

Waste Collection and Segregation Drive

2nd July 2016, N S S

NSS unit collected and segregated plastic, metal and paper waste from college campus. The segregated waste was disposed of safely with the help of Stree Mukti Sanghatana (SMS). College students were given the message about proper segregation and disposal of waste. Waste disposed is 306Kg.

Tolerance Value for the Month

30th June 2016, Value Lab

1. Coaster making/distributed to all the departments in college 2. Elocution competition on Tolerance as a value . All students from different streams Total- 30 Winners: Abhijeet, Sankalp, Khusal (Ruia)

International Yoga Day’ celebration

21st June 2016, Philosophy Association

Students learned and performed yoga asanas and learned the relevance of yoga in daily life. Students from different streams participated. Students learned Practical application of Yoga in daily life for health and stressfree life.

International Yoga Day Celebration - College Level

21st June 2016, N S S

Volunteers learnt yoga on the occasion of yoga day. All the volunteers were benefited.

International Yoga Day Celebration - University Level

21st June 2016, N S S

NSS volunteers participated in the university event to celebrate the yoga day. Volunteers learnt to incorporate yoga in daily life.

Yoga Training Workshop

19th June 2016, N S S

Kawathewadi villagers were briefed about the importance of yoga in day to day life. They were also trained for the same by NSS unit. Beneficiaries were around 100 including volunteers, teachers and Kawathewadi villagers.

Popular Science Lecture Series 2016-2017

18th June 2016, Chemistry Association

Chemistry Association of SIES College of Arts, Science and Commerce organized a Popular Science Lecture Series on “Molecular Symmetry and Point Groups” delivered by Dr. Dimple Dutta, Scientific Officer (F), Chemistry Division, Bhabha Atomic Research Centre, Mumbai on Saturday, 18th June 2016 at 8.30 am in Multimedia Room in collaboration with Indian Women Scientists' Association. 31 UG and 7 PG students of our college attended the lecture.

Hepatities B testing and Vaccination

12th June 2016, N S S

The volunteers were tested and given vaccination for Hepatitis B by United Way Mumbai. 36 volunteers were checked and vaccinated.

Pulse Polio Drive - I

29th May 2016, N S S

Polio doses were given to the children from the age of 0 to 5 at Sion, Matunga & Dadar Stations. NSS volunteers also went from door to door to give the polio doses. More than 1000 children were benefitted from this drive.

Thalassemia seminar and check up

12th May 2016, N S S

A seminar on Thalassemia was attended by the volunteers which gave them information about its symptoms and prevention. The seminar was followed by a Thalassemia check up. 56 volunteers were educated and checked up for Thalassemia.

Ambedkar Jayanti Celebration

24th April 2016, N S S

A street-play was performed on the occasion of Dr. Ambedkar Jayanti at Kawthewadi. Villagers were educated about the contributions made by Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar to the country.

Wall Beautification

16th April 2016, N S S

NSS volunteers painted and beautified the walls of Sion railway station. Awareness was created about keeping railway stations clean.

MSSI Rally

12th March 2016, N S S

The volunteers participated in the MSSI rally which started from GTB station and ended at Sion station. Volunteers sensitized the residents and visitors of Dharavi and Sion surroundings about Multiple sclerosis

MSSI Talk

12th February 2016, N S S

A talk was organised by the Multiple Sclerosis Society of India on Multiple Sclerosis.Volunteers were educated about Multiple sclerosis symptoms, treatment and patient care.

Pulse Polio Drive - III

29th January 2016, N S S

Volunteers gave polio doses to children aged 0-5 years at Dadar railway station and Sion, Matunga, Dadar area. More than 1500 children were benefitted from this drive.

National Voters Day

25th January 2016, N S S

On the occasion of National Voters Day the volunteers pledged to vote fearlessly without any biasness and to vote for the development of the nation. The volunteers took part in essay writing, poster making and slogan writing competition on the topic Voters ID awareness to celebrate the day. 32 volunteers participated in the programme and won prizes in various intra-colleagiate competitions.

AIDS Awareness Rally

12th January 2016, N S S

On the occasion of World Aids Day, the volunteers organized a rally to educate and sensitize people about Aids. The rally started from our college gate and ended at Dharavi.Volunteers sensitized the residents and visitors of Dharavi and Sion surroundings about AIDS

AIDS Street Play

12th January 2016, N S S

The volunteers performed streetplay at various locations of Dharavi to make people aware and sensitize them about Aids, it's cause, it's symptoms and it's myths.

United Way Mumbai Awareness Drive

9th January 2016, N S S

The volunteers participated in the rally, organized by United Way Mumbai in the slums near Makawadi monorail station to make people aware about Hepatitis B and C. The volunteers also performed a streetplay for the same. Volunteers sensitized slum dwellers about Hepatitis B & C through the medium of Rally and Strrt play.

Voter's Awareness Rally

3rd January 2016, N S S

The volunteers participated in the voter's awareness rally from Vidyalankar College, Vadala to GTB station. Volunteers sensitized and educated the public about the upcoming elections and requested them to vote.