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7th September 2024, Chemistry Department

During the pandemic in the year 2021-2022 department of Chemistry had given an option to all SYBSc and TYBSc Chemistry students to prepare a presentation on various topics of Chemistry on the basis of their application in advanced chemistry topics. They were given a choice to use any technical software to create their own video in the presentation as a presenter of the topic.

Environmental Awareness Week Celebration

12th June 2021, Botany Department

On Diamond Jubilee of the College, the Department of Botany celebrated ‘Environmental awareness week’ from 5th June to 12th June. Three competitions were held during environmental awareness week. • Essay writing competition: The participants were supposed to write essay on anyone topic from the three. 1000 – 1200 words were expected in essay. Topics for essay competition were My role in environment conservation, Impact of climate change on Himalayas, Impact of lockdown on environment. • Poster making competition: The participants were supposed to make a poster using their own creativity. For poster three topics were provided - Ecotourism and Urban forestry, Green energy resources, Mangrove ecosystem in India. • Quiz competition: The quiz competition was conducted through google form. Topic for quiz competition was We and our environment.

Research Management Tools

7th June 2021, Philosophy Department

Webinar theme "Analysis of Research Management Tools and Hands on Experiments an inter-disciplinary workshop by Dr. Sachin Kumar, Cluster Innovation Centre, University of Delhi jointly organised by the Departments of English, Philosophy & Politics in association with SIES IQAC.

Soft Skills Development

6th June 2021, Biochemistry And Food Technology And Nutraceuticals Department

Workshop on Soft Skill Development” by Ms Shalini Gamre founder SaSha Training Solutions was organized by Department of Biochemistry on 7th and 8th June 2021.

Botany Newsletter - Gulmohar January 2021

30th May 2021, Botany Department

Department of Botany launched Departmental newsletter – “Gulmohar” at online level. Following issues were published under the same:  Gulmohar Newsletter – January 2021  Gulmohar Newsletter – March 2021  Gulmohar Newsletter – May 2021

Plantuiz Competition

29th May 2021, Botany Department

On Diamond Jubilee of the College, the Department of Botany organized a quiz competition event entitled 'PLANTUIZ 2021' on 29th May 2021. It was held online through MS teams platform.

Online webinar

27th May 2021, Physics Department

Introduction to the fundamentals and advances in various research topics of Physics to UG and PG students research scholars

Workshop

24th May 2021, Physics Department

Online presentation on fundamentals and advances in various topics of Physics for UG Students by PG students.

Understanding the real through the reel

22nd April 2021, Philosophy Department

The Tattvam Philosophy Association organised an interactive session on Ms. Teams. The speaker shared his life experiences and insights about regional cinema, the struggles he faced and the opportunities he sought to portray the societal issues through his lens with an optimism to bring about a paradigm shift in the society on issues like casteism, reservation, mental health etc. Student participants engaged a meaningful conversation with the speaker, through the question and answer session of the event

Sikhism - Then and Now

9th April 2021, Philosophy Department

The Department of Philosophy organized an interactive session on the nature of Sikhism and its traditional and contemporary understanding for the SYBA, Comparative Study of Religions students (Applied component) The speaker spoke on the history, evolution of Sikhism from classical to contemporary times. The talk was organized online on MS Team platform.

Sikhism - Then and Now

9th April 2021, Philosophy Department

The Department of Philosophy organized an interactive session on the nature of Sikhism and its traditional and contemporary understanding for the SYBA, Comparative Study of Religions students (Applied component) The speaker spoke on the history, evolution of Sikhism from classical to contemporary times. The talk was organized online on MS Team platform.

One Day Sound Editing Workshop by Dr. Mangesh Karandikar

27th March 2021, Bachelor Of Mass Media(bmm) Department

Hands-on training through one day online Sound Editing workshop by Dr. Mangesh was conducted in collaboration with the Department of Mass media for BAMMC students on how to record sound, filter out the noise, change pitch, and add special effects and export to MP3 with 176 registrations as beneficiaries.

Science of Cloning

13th March 2021, Philosophy Department

The Department of Philosophy organized a talk on the ‘Science of Cloning’ for TYBA Philosophy students. The session focused on the technique of cloning and the related ethical dilemmas. The session was conducted on Ms. Teams. It was an engaging lecture based session. The event concluded with a question and answer session

Jainism and its practice today

4th March 2021, Philosophy Department

The Department of Philosophy organised an interactive session on the nature of Jainism and its traditional and contemporary understanding for the SYBA, Comparative Study of Religions students (Applied component) The speaker highlighted salient features of Jainism, the traditional beliefs, practices and their relevance in contemporary times. The talk was organized online on Ms Team platform

Guest Lectures

19th February 2021, English Department

The sessions on 19th February covered topics on careers beyond Literature and Pedagogy, which were by Ms Priyal Gala on ‘Public Relations’ and Mr Saikumar Shanmugam on ‘Media and Direction’. Attendees:44

Venture Synergia –One day workshop,

11th February 2021, History Department

As a part of UTKARSHA, the academic Festival, History, Philosophy and Economics Department jointly organized a Workshop. This workshop was all about business/start up ideas and how to work on them. Mr. Prabhu Swaminathan – Founder of AFMOI, LAFORS Talent Solutions India Pvt. Ltd, g gave students, an insight into the corporate world. His ideologies, formulas for a successful start-up were very outstanding and knowledgeable.

Venture Synergia –One day workshop

11th February 2021, Philosophy Department

Department of Philosophy, History and Economics cooperatively organized a digital workshop as part of the intra-collegiate Fest UTKARSHA 2021. This workshop was all about business/start up ideas and how to work on them. The workshop was conducted on MS. Teams. The resource person took over the workshop and gave an insight into the corporate world. He then proceeded with explaining the underlying principles. His way of giving examples and placing questions in front of the students was liked by everyone. Students enthusiastically answered his questions. The ‘Soft skills’ gave us an idea as to how creativity is the key to stand out and be unique. Moving ahead he threw light on ‘Mental blocks’ which are the barriers to be creative. His personal experiences added a special touch to the workshop. His ideologies, formulas for a successful start-up were very outstanding and knowledgeable. After his wonderful explanation, a Q/A session was open to all

The Ad Mad Show

11th February 2021, Commerce Department

An intra-collegiate advertisement making competition consisting of 24 participants to test creativity, pursuance, presentation and marketing skills was organized on 11 th February, 2021.

Kalpavriksha - 2021

11th February 2021, Botany Department

Department of Botany organized celebration of Departmental festival - ‘Kalpavriksha’ on 11th February 2021. It was held online through MS Teams platform. Following inter-University events were conducted through the same:  Kalpavriksha-Botanic Heaven (Garden Designing)  Kalpavriksha-Chip-Chop Create (Vegetable & Fruit carving)  Kalpavriksha-Plantfie  Kalpavriksha-Green Label- Plantify  Kalpavriksha-Phtygyaan-Botany Quizzaria  Kalpavriksha-Florathon

Botany – MSI International Webinar – 8

7th February 2021, Botany Department

Department of Botany organised an International Webinar on “Molecular communication across the fungus – host interface” in association with Mycolgical Society of India, (Mumbai Unit). It was held online through MS Teams platform on Sunday, 7th February 2021 from 2.00pm to 3.30pm. Eminent mycologist, Dr. Naweed Naqvi, Temasek Senior investigator and Professor (Adj.), Temasek Life Science Laboratory, 1 Research Link, NUS, Singapore accepted the invite to be the guest speaker.

Essay Contest

30th January 2021, English Department

Under Value Lab activities, value for the month of January was ‘Leadership’. On 30th January 2021, an intra-collegiate essay writing competition on ‘Leadership’ was conducted. The essays were to be of 1000-1200 words and were scrutinized by Ms Vrushali Gupte and Dr Seema C, professors of Philosophy and English departments respectively. The winners were given certificates and their achievements mentioned on the Instagram handles of Value Lab and English Association.

Botany – MSI International Webinar – 7

13th January 2021, Botany Department

Department of Botany organised an International Webinar on “Xylaria in an Ecuadorian cloud forest: Ecology, Diversity and Conservation Aspects” in association with Mycolgical Society of India, (Mumbai Unit). It was held online through MS Teams platform on Wednesday, 13th January 2021 from 6.30 pm to 8.00pm. Eminent mycologist, Dr. Roo Vandegrift, Ph.D., Institute of Ecology and Evolution, University of Oregon, Eugene accepted the invite to be the guest speaker.

Think! Intellectual Transformation jointly organized with the de

4th January 2021, History Department

To commemorate Swami Vivekananda Jayanti, The department of History and The department of Philosophy, jointly organized with the Chinmaya Yuva Kendra of Chinmaya Mission, Powai, 'Youth Arise Awake Session. The session was interactive and thought-provoking activities which highlighted the values of Swadharma, Karma and Ahimsa in everyday life. Mr. . Aravind Raghavan, Trainer in Chinmaya Yuva Kendra guided students on value, concepts and their relevance in life. The session also helped them to get an insight in to learning skills to better themselves in their life.

JUNO Orientation for Paper assessment

24th December 2020, Bachelor Of Mass Media(bmm) Department

1. Orientation of Juno Application 2. Smooth Assessment of Descriptive Answers

Botany – MSI National Webinar – 5

6th December 2020, Botany Department

Department of Botany organised a National Webinar on “Diversity and taxonomy of Fungi” in association with Mycolgical Society of India, (Mumbai Unit). It was held online through MS Teams platform on Sunday, 6th December 2020 from 10.00 am to 11.00am. The guest speaker was eminent mycologist, Professor Dr. C. Manoharachary, Honorary NASI Senior Scientist, Department of Botany, Osmania University, Hyderabad.

Botany – MSI National Webinar – 6

6th December 2020, Botany Department

Department of Botany organised a National Webinar on “Diversity of Marine fungi and their Biotechnological potential” in association with Mycolgical Society of India, (Mumbai Unit). It was held online through MS Teams platform on Sunday, 6th December 2020 from 11.30am to 12.30pm. The guest speaker was eminent mycologist, Dr. V. Venkateswara Sarma, Department of Biotechnology, School of Life Sciences, Pondichery University, R. V. Nagar, Kalapet, Pondichery.

Guest Lectures

30th November 2020, English Department

Title: Wordsworld- Poets Unite! Objective: To learn to appreciate poetry and the solace it gives in difficult times. Methodology: Guest lecture and poetry writing competition (online) Report: Dr Vidya Premkumar, a published poet and professor, rendered a lecture on ‘The Importance of Poetry in Current Times’ on 30th November 2020. She explained how poetry can become a form of solace for people and how it helps in facing mental health issues. Later, in the second part of the event, the results of the online poetry writing competition- ‘Courage in Adversity’ were declared. All the winners and the participants were given e-certificates. Attendees: 50 Outcome: Students learnt to appreciate the technicalities of poetry Title: Introduction to Psychoanalysis Objective: To provide a greater understanding of Psychoanalysis Methodology: Online guest lecture and demonstration Report: On 1st October 2020, Ms Radhika Chandrasekaran, a certified Arts-based therapist, delivered a talk on Psychoanalysis. She explained the structure of Personality- Id, Ego and Superego by conducting live quizzes and polls. Attendees: 49 Outcome: The attendees gained a deeper understanding of the topic of psychoanalysis. Title: Life Under Lockdown Objective: To gain an insight into the Japanese art form of manga Methodology: A guest lecture on Japanese anime and a story –board competition. Report: On 30th September 2020, the Association conducted its very first event of the Academic year. A guest lecture was given by Ms Lakshmi Pillai, titled ‘An Insight on Manga’. It was followed with an online Storyboard competition on the topic- ‘Life Under Lockdown- Framing Perspectives’. Attendees: 27 Outcome: Participants and attendees gained an understanding of the intricacies of the Japanese anime form of manga.

Botany – MSI National Webinar – 4

8th November 2020, Botany Department

Department of Botany organised a National Webinar on “Medical Mycology in India” in association with Mycolgical Society of India, (Mumbai Unit). It was held online through MS Teams platform on Sunday, 8th November 2020 from 10.00 am to 11.30pm. Eminent mycologist, Dr. Harish C. Gugnani, Retired Professor, Medical Microbiology, Vallabhbhai Patel Chest Institute, University of Delhi was invited as the guest speaker.

Botany – MSI National Webinar – 3

30th October 2020, Botany Department

Department of Botany organised a National Webinar on “Trichoderma virens - A tale of two mutants” in association with Mycolgical Society of India, (Mumbai Unit). It was held online through MS Teams platform on Friday, 30th October 2020 from 11.00 am to 12.30pm. Eminent mycologist, Professor Dr. Prasun Mukherjee, Head, Environmental Biotechnology Section and Group Leader, Agricultural Microbiology, Nuclear Agriculture and Biotechnology Division, BARC Trombay was invited as the guest speaker.

Financing India

28th October 2020, Bachelor Of Mass Media(bmm) Department

Notable Weekly Webinar series on ‘The Future of Agriculture’ and ‘Financing INDIA’ at National Level by The Free Press Journal in collaboration with the Department of Mass Media conducted a monthly educational webinar series every Thursday with a lecture followed by a panel discussion with industry experts in the field of Agriculture moderated by Shri R.N Bhaskar (Editor). Each session started with interactive greetings with orientation and consequently a Question and Answer session hosted by the Program Co-ordinator Dr.Vaneeta Raney and Ms. Kavya Pillai S.Y.B.A.M.M.C. with a maximum viewership of more than 15,000 and 3,000 on YouTube.

Webinar on '2020 Nobel prize in physiology or medicine..'

18th October 2020, Microbiology Department

Inauguration of student’s unit of Microbiologist society of India 2020-2021 and organized a National level webinar on ‘2020 Nobel prize in physiology or medicine the discovery of Hepatitis C virus’ guest speaker: Prof Girish Kukreja, HOD microbiology, New Arts Commerce & Science College, Ahmednagar on 18/10/2020, No of beneficiaries:84.

Guest Lecture

1st October 2020, English Department

On 1st October 2020, Ms Radhika Chandrasekaran, a certified Arts-based therapist, delivered a talk on Psychoanalysis. She explained the structure of Personality- Id, Ego and Superego by conducting live quizzes and polls. Attendees: 49

Guest Lecture and Story board Competition

30th September 2020, English Department

On 30th September 2020, the Association conducted its very first event of the Academic year. A guest lecture was given by Ms Lakshmi Pillai, titled ‘An Insight on Manga’. It was followed with an online Storyboard competition on the topic- ‘Life Under Lockdown- Framing Perspectives’. Attendees: 27

Powerpoint Presentation Competition on Tourism

27th September 2020, Commerce Department

Online PPT Presentation Competition on Tourism was organized to test creativity, presentation skills and geographical understanding of students from all streams on account of World Tourism Day on 27 th September, 2020. The event received 8 participants.

Botany – MSI National Webinar – 2

20th September 2020, Botany Department

Department of Botany organised a National Webinar on “Thrastochytrids: The saga of discovery and production of DHA, the essential PUFA of human nutrition” in association with Mycolgical Society of India, (Mumbai Unit). It was held online through MS Teams platform on Sunday, 20th September 2020 from 11.00am to 12.30pm. renowned mycologist, Dr. Seshagiri Raghukumar, Chief Scientific Officer, Myko Tech Private Limited, Goa, was invited as the guest speaker.

A Talk on ‘Citizen Administration Interface -A Case of Khaana Ch

5th September 2020, Politics Department

Ms. Mithila Naik-Satam, a volunteer engaged with fundraising, partnership implementations at NGO Khana Chahiye Foundation conducted an online session followed by a Q&A session. Ms. Naik-Satam shared her experiences working at the Foundation and dealing with government authorities. She focused on cooperative and collaborative instances of her work.

Botany – MSI National Webinar - 1

29th August 2020, Botany Department

Department of Botany organised a National Webinar on “Prospects of culture collections in research and developments with special reference to NFCCI” in association with Mycolgical Society of India, (Mumbai Unit). It was held online through MS Teams platform on Saturday, 29th August 2020 from 4.00pm to 5.30pm. Eminent research scientist, Dr. S. K. Singh, Scientist F, Biodiversity and Paleobiology Department, Agharkar Research Institute, Pune, was invited as the guest speaker.

International Webinar on 'Spatial Anxieties and Estrangement'

30th July 2020, English Department

An International Webinar on 'Spatial Anxieties and Estrangement During and Post Pandemic: An International Perspective' by Dr. Peter Cunningham, Prof Emeritus, Faculty, Nelson Mandela University, South Africa, was organized by the Department of English and SIES Central Training on 30th June 2020. The welcome address was given by Dr. Lakshmi Muthukumar, Head, Department of English. Dr. Cunningham examined the effects of the lockdown and the anxieties and estrangements faced by people especially with regard to the intimate spaces they occupy. The Question and answer session after the talk was vibrant and informative. The session was moderated by Ms. Vidya Hariharan and the vote of thanks was proposed by Dr. Seema C. The webinar was held as part of the celebrations to mark the Diamond Jubilee of SIES college of Arts, Science and Commerce (autonomous) Sion (W). More than a 100 students and staff of institutions all over India attended it.

Webinar on Awareness about cardiac arrest and how to assist CPR

29th July 2020, Microbiology Department

As a part of the Diamond Jubilee Year celebration & under STAR-DBT a webinar on "Awareness about cardiac arrest and how to assist CPR' in association with iCARE, Holy Family Hospital was organized on 29th July 2020, with Number of beneficiaries 7 staff & 38 students

Investor Awareness Programme

29th July 2020, Bachelor Of Management Studies (bms) Department

The webinar was organized in association with BSE, Investor Protection Fund and Financial Planning Academy to create awareness regarding various options available for investment and the difference between them.

The Future of Agriculture

16th July 2020, Bachelor Of Mass Media(bmm) Department

Notable Weekly Webinar series on ‘The Future of Agriculture’ and ‘Financing INDIA’ at National Level by The Free Press Journal in collaboration with the Department of Mass Media conducted a monthly educational webinar series every Thursday with a lecture followed by a panel discussion with industry experts in the field of Agriculture moderated by Shri R.N Bhaskar (Editor). Each session started with interactive greetings with orientation and consequently a Question and Answer session hosted by the Program Co-ordinator Dr.Vaneeta Raney and Ms. Kavya Pillai S.Y.B.A.M.M.C. with a maximum viewership of more than 15,000 and 3,000 on YouTube.

Three day workshop on ‘An Introduction to Heartfulness Practices

6th July 2020, Philosophy Department

The Department of Philosophy in association with IQAC & Heartfulness Institute, India, organized the workshop 6th to 8th July, 2020 on Ms. Teams. The participants were oriented to practice of the heartfulness meditation, through the PowerPoint presentations and interactive demo sessions on by the facilitators. The workshop ended with a positive feedback session between the facilitators and participants

Webinar on “Nutraceuticals Amidst Pandemic – Opportunities with

4th July 2020, Biochemistry And Food Technology And Nutraceuticals Department

Webinar “Nutraceuticals Amidst Pandemic – Opportunities with Digital Revolution" on 4th July 2020 Guest Speaker: Sandeep Gupta (Director and CEO – Nutraworks, Director and Founder – Expert Nutraceutical Advocacy Council (ENAC)

International Yoga Day-The Eco Guide to Yoga webinar

22nd June 2020, Philosophy Department

The Department of Philosophy, Value Lab and IQAC jointly, conducted the webinar to orient the participants the practice of Yoga in everyday life from a philosophical and spiritual perspective. The webinar was conducted through MS Teams. It was both lecture cum demonstration of breathing practices (Pranayama) and meditation (dhyana). The webinar concluded with an interactive question and answer session.

Webinar on How to Navigate the Job Interview after COVID 19

9th June 2020, Commerce Department

Webinar on How to Navigate the Job Interview after COVID 19 was organized to motivate and enlighten third year students for preparing for job interviews in association with IMARTICUS Learning Pvt. Ltd on 9 th June, 2020. 98 students benefited from the event.

National webinar on “Food Safety and Auditing – Opportunities an

8th June 2020, Biochemistry And Food Technology And Nutraceuticals Department

National webinar on “Food Safety and Auditing – Opportunities and Challenges on 8th June 2020 Guest Speaker: Mr. Sanjay Indani , Food Safety Expert, Head – Food Safety and SafeFoodz Solutions

World Environment Day Quiz

2nd June 2020, Commerce Department

An online quiz to create awareness and celebrate World Environment Day witnessing participation across India was organized from 2nd June, 2020 to 5th June, 2020. The quiz witnessed 449 participants.

Inside NMR spectroscopy

8th May 2020, Chemistry Department

In order to emphasize the Golden Jubilee celebration of SIES College of Arts, Science & Commerce ( Autonomous) , Department of Chemistry organised a Webinar on “ Inside NMR spectroscopy “- A popular science Lecture by Indian Women Scientists Association supported by BRNS-DAE on Wednesday , 5th August 2020 at 3 p.m. via MS- Teams platform.