2018

Inaugural Function of Literary Club 2018-19 “Progressing lies not in enhancing what is, but enhancing towards what will be.” -Khalil Gibran St John College of Humanities and Sciences is committed to achieving a pluralistic community and the efforts are always channelised towards reaching and raising the students to reach their pinnacle of glory. To develop and widen this learning horizon, SJCHS inaugurated its new club ‘The Literary club’ to give students opportunities to liberate their thoughts and develop skills to speak their minds in different ways. It aims to give a new dimension to the world of literature, bringing out thinkers out of tech-maniacs. The chief guest, Dr C.C. Patil in his motivational and inspiring speech emphasized that the club activities helps us to be more creative and innovative. It gives scope for good social life by making us self confident. It not only keeps us united but gives us learning experience from others too. He also encouraged that the members of the club should conduct as many activities as possible to keep the club lively and ever on the roll. The Guest of honour Sister Hilda graced the occasion with her kind presence and blessings. The inauguration of the club was planned on the International Mother Language Day. Students paid obeisance to their mother language by reciting the verses of the rich literary works of great poets like Rabindranath Tagore, Galib, Harivanshrai Bachan, Sant Tukaram to name a few. A presentation was also done on ‘The Importance of English language in the Globalised World.’ This endeavour of SJCHS has brought the student fraternity to unite and work towards the future activities like Talk by a journalist, JAM Session, magazine cover designing, TED talk etc. which are scheduled for the month of March and April. ‘Well begun is half done’.

Graduation Ceremony 2018 St. John Technical Institutes celebrated their 7th Annual Graduation ceremony on 3rd March 2018 for the students who completed their graduation course in the academic year 2016-2017. It was a very proud moment for the Management to award Degree certificates to 567 graduates who successfully completed their professional graduation course in the academic year 2016-2017. His Lordship Bishop John Rodrigues, auxilliary Bishop of the Archdiocese of Mumbai was invited as the chief guest for the event. Other dignitaries present for the event were Mr.Albert D’souza, the Chairman of the Aldel Education trust, Mrs.Elvina D’souza, Secretary of the Aldel Education trust, Mrs.Elaine D’souza Buthello, Treasurer of the Aldel Education trust, Dr. (Mrs.) Savita Tauro, the Deputy Director of St. John campus and Principal of St. John College of Pharmacy and Research, Dr. G.V.Mulgund, Principal of St. John College of Engineering and Management and Mr. C.C Patil, Principal of St. John College of Humanities And Sciences. The Chief guest His Lordship Bishop John Rodrigues in his message stressed upon aspects such as having a right atmosphere, the need to come out of the mediocrity of routine life and the need to be courageous and to collaborate and share the expertise in order to be successful in all of their future endeavors. Mr. Albert W.D’souza, pointed out on that having the right attitude, hardworking mentality and thirst for knowledge as the keys for success. He also spoke about making best use of Time, Energy and Money, that came in varied proportion in different phases of life. The young graduates were shown a video on the address given by Dr.A.S Kiran kumar, Scientist and former Chairman of ISRO in the 2018 graduation ceremony of Mumbai university. Dr (Mrs) Savita Tauro alluded the speech given by Dr.Kiran kumar and reiterated the need to contribute and work towards the benefit of the nation. She reminded the young graduates that they are the brand ambassadors of their respective institution and should try to bring laurels to it and be the epitome for the future alumni of the institute by achieving great success in life. Four students representing their respective institution shared their experiences of being a part of the St. John campus. Dr. G.V.Mulgund concluded the event by giving vote of thanks to all who helped to make the event a memorable one.

Library Fest 2017-18 Vision: To increase the footfall of students and to inculcate reading habit amongst them. “The only thing you absolutely have to know is the location of the Library” – Albert Einstein The Library Committee of St.Johns College of Humanities and Sciences had arranged a Library Fest on 26th February, 2018. The event was organized for three consecutive days where students all the streams were encouraged to visit the library and explore on the resources which are made available. Albert W. D’souza, Chairman, Aldel Education Trust, Elvina D’souza ,Secretary, Eldel Education Trust, Dr. Savita Tavro , Campus Director, and Dr. C.C Patil , Principal , St.Johns College of Humanities and Sciences inaugurated the program. Chairman, during his address to the students and faculties touched upon the importance of reading habits and how important library can play a role in each and every individuals life. During the fest students were trained on how OPAC would be used. To check the outcome of the event, the library committee have mapped Quiz activities which will be conducted in every classrooms.