SNCC Highlights: Events, People, Stories (The Official Blog of SN College Chempazhanthy)

 The Department of Physics, Standard Club, and IIC, in collaboration with IQAC, hosted an invited talk on "Introduction to Standardisation and Quality Assurance in Air Pollution Measurement Equipment" on February 28, 2025, at 10:30 a.m. in the Seminar Hall. The event was organised as part of the National Science Day Celebration 2025. The initial session began at 10.30 a.m. with a prayer. Dr. Aranya S. ( HoD, Department of Physics) gave a welcoming address to all of the dignitaries and participants in the programme. In her lecture, she emphasised the importance of National Science Day and advised the students to cultivate a scientific mindset. Prof. (Dr.) Raakhee A. S. (Principal) delivered the Presidential and Inaugural addresses. Dr. Radhakrishnan S.R., Principal Scientist, Environmental Sciences & Biomedical Metrology Division, CSIR-National Physical Laboratory, New Delhi, was invited to give a talk on "Introduction to Standardisation & Quality Assurance in Air...

 

  The Career Jwala: Career Awareness Seminar was an insightful session aimed at guiding students towards making informed career decisions. Organized by the Department of Psychology in collaboration with IQAC and the Career Guidance Cell , the event was designed to help students explore various career opportunities, understand industry trends, and receive expert guidance on career planning. The keynote speaker, Mr. Rajesh V R , an experienced career counsellor from Kerala University Employment Information & Guidance Bureau, shared valuable insights on career choices, employment prospects, and skill development strategies. His talk focused on career planning, higher education pathways, job market trends, and essential skills for future success . Key Highlights: Importance of early career planning and goal setting Insights into emerging career opportunities across various fields Guidance on higher education, professional courses, and certifications Tips for resume building, inte...

 Kerala University Cycling Men and Women Champions SN College Chempazanthy

The Kerala University Inter-Collegiate Cycling Championship for the academic year 2024-25 organized by Department of Physical Education,S N College,Chemaphanthy, was held on the 22nd and 23rd of February 2025 at LNCPE, Karyavattom. The event saw enthusiastic participation from various colleges, showcasing exceptional cycling talent and sportsmanship. The championship featured both men's and women's competitions, with intense races and outstanding performances from all participants. The key results of the championship are as follows:  Men's Section: o Champion: S N College, Chempazhanthy (17 points) o Runner-up: Government College, Karyavattom (7 points) o Second Runner-up: KTCT College, Kallambalam (5 points)  Women's Section: o Champion: S N College, Chempazhanthy (10 points) o Runner-up: St. Xavier's College, Thumba (8 points) o Second Runner-up: Government Law College (6 points)  Overall Champion (Men & Women): o S N College, Chempazhanthy (27 points) Over...

The PG Department of English at Sree Narayana College, Chempazhanthy, organized the R. Sankar Memorial Spectrum Seminar Series for the academic year 2024-25. As part of this initiative, a seminar on "The Scope of New Media Journalism" was conducted on February 21, 2025, at 11:00 AM in the Seminar Hall of the college. The event featured Dr. S.R. Sanjeev, Assistant Professor, Department of Journalism and Mass Communication, Mar Ivanios College (Autonomous), Thiruvananthapuram, as the resource person. The seminar commenced with a welcome address by Ms. Hima S S, Assistant Professor, Department of English, and Coordinator of the Spectrum Seminar Series. The presidential address was delivered by Prof. (Dr.) Raakhee A.S., Principal of Sree Narayana College, Chempazhanthy. The invited talk on "The Scope of New Media Journalism" was then presented by Dr. S.R. Sanjeev. The session concluded with a vote of thanks by Prof. (Dr.) Manu Remakant, Head, Department of English, SN C...

    Introduction: The Media, Film & Theatre Club, in association with the PG Department of English at Sree Narayana College, Chempazhanthy, organized a one-day theatre workshop on the 19th of February, 2025. The event was held at the college auditorium from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM. The workshop was led by Nireeksha Women’s Theatre, a renowned collective dedicated to empowering women through performing arts. About Nireeksha Women’s Theatre: Nireeksha Women’s Theatre, based in Trivandrum, Kerala, is a pioneering theatre collective focused on using performing arts as a tool for social change. The organization is known for its thought-provoking performances that address themes of gender, identity, and social justice. The workshop was conducted by two distinguished members of the collective—Ms. Rajarajeswari, a renowned dramaturge, and Ms. Aswani Chand, an accomplished artist and choreographer. Objectives of the Workshop: The primary objectives of the workshop were: To provide s...

As part of the  Spectrum Seminar Series 2024–25 , the P.G. Department of Botany organized a seminar on 17th February 2025 in the College Seminar Hall. The programme was inaugurated by Dr. T. S. Preetha , Associate Professor & Research Guide, Department of Botany, University College, Thiruvananthapuram. She also delivered an insightful lecture on “In vitro morphogenesis” as part of the technical session. Following the lecture, student paper presentations were held, where students from M.Sc. and B.Sc. classes presented their research and ideas on diverse topics in Botany. Student Presentations Anamika R. S. (M.Sc. 4th Semester) – CRISPR CAS9 Archana Mohan (M.Sc. 4th Semester) – Bioluminescent Plants Harishma S. H. (M.Sc. 4th Semester) – Harnessing Nature’s Fragrance: The Art & Science of Aromatherapy S. Sreelekshmi (M.Sc. 2nd Semester) – Mangrove Ecosystem: The Guardians of Coastline and Biodiversity Sharmy Shyamkutty (M.Sc. 2nd Semester) – Plant Ad...

 The Department of Sociology, S.N. College, Chempazhanthy , organized Spectrum 2025 , a one-day seminar, on 13th February 2025 in the college seminar hall. The event started at 10:30 AM and included an inaugural session, an invited talk, student paper presentations, and discussions on key social issues. Inaugural Session The programme began with a welcome address by Dr. Lekha N. B. , Convenor of the seminar, who stressed the need for students to develop critical thinking and sociological imagination. She also pointed out the relevance of the seminar’s theme in understanding today’s social problems. Dr. Rakhee A. S., Principal of the college , delivered the presidential address. She praised the department for organizing such an enriching programme and encouraged students to take part in meaningful academic discussions. Invited Talk The invited talk was delivered by Sri Sunil Kumar N. K., Assistant Professor of Sociology, M.G. College, Thiruvananthapuram , on the topic “Art and...

 On February 12, 2025, Department of Psychology, Sree Narayana College hosted the seminar titled "Mastering the Art of Psychology: Essential Skills for Today's Psychologists." The event commenced at 10:30 am in the seminar hall, many students and faculty members attended the seminar, eager to enhance their understanding of psychology. The R. Shanker memorial spectrum seminar series began in 2004 and has been conducted annually. This year's seminar, organized by the Department of Psychology titled "Mastering the Art of Psychology: Essential Skills for Today's Psychologists," follows this tradition, providing a platform for students and professionals to engage with interesting topics in psychology. The seminar featured an insightful presentation by Sujith Babu, a renowned clinical psychologist and assistant professor in the Department of Psychology, University of Kerala. He elaborated on the essential skills required for emerging psychol...

 The Institutions Innovation Council of Sree Narayana College organized an invited talk on Zotero Reference Management by Dr. Jinu S. Rajan, UGC Librarian, S. N. College . The session was attended by approximately 45 participants , including faculty members and students. Dr. Jinu S. Rajan provided an insightful introduction to Zotero , a versatile and user-friendly reference management software designed to streamline the research process. He explained how Zotero simplifies collecting, organizing, and citing sources by allowing users to store and manage references such as articles, books, and websites. The software enables users to tag sources with keywords and notes , making information retrieval more efficient. A key feature of Zotero is its seamless integration with word processors like Microsoft Word and Google Docs , enabling users to generate citations and bibliographies in various formats, including APA, MLA, and Chicago . Additionally, Zotero supports real-time collab...