July 2015 News (Damodar College)
Talk on 3D Modeling – 2nd July 2015
A talk on 3D modeling was organized for FY/SY BCA in association with Mr. Ryan Vaz , founder of INFINYT 3D, Verna.
3D modeling was initiated in the year 1984 has undergone tremendous change over the years . Mr. Ryan informed the students about the 3D modeling software “Google sketch “ and convenience of its usage. Using this free software one can easily design number of 3D models . He presented the number of models designed in his company. It was a thrill to watch the beautiful models.
He also informed about the 3D printing technology and the printing process. A video on 3D printer and printing process was shown to the students.
3D printing is an upcoming field and there is a huge potential in this domain. Mr. Ryan also highlighted the career opportunities available in this domain.
Nature Club Inauguration and Orientation – 3rd July 2015
Nature Club of VVM’s Shree Damodar College of Commerce & Economics – Vasundhara was inaugurated by Mr.Pramod Kamat, President of Goa Hiking Association. He enlightened the students about the various activities conducted by GHA for students such as hikes, treks, overnight camps, etc. and emphasized on the importance of these activities in a student’s life. He also explained how these activities could help students to remain physically, mentally fit and enable them to face various challenges in life with zeal and enthusiasm. It also helps them to come close to Nature and understand it in order to preserve it.
The program ended with vote of thanks by Ms. Mamta Kumari, Convenor, Nature Club. The program was compered by Deepika Sachdeva of SY B.Com.
Inauguration of NSS Activities – 4th July 2015
The NSS Unit was formally inaugurated by Mrs Deepali Naik, Director of Women and Child Development, Goa with the additional charge of Director of Social Welfare. The function began with an invocation song by Ms. Sarvada Acharya followed by the lighting of the traditional lamp. Dr.(Mrs.) Prita D. Mallya , Principal welcomed the gathering and stressed to the volunteers that they are the privileged few and they have to help those less fortunate than themselves.
NSS Programme officer Mr.Vishal Chari outlined the various activities planned for the academic year. The Chief Guest in her inaugural address highlighted various schemes offered by the Goa Government for the betterment of women and girl child in the State. She briefed the volunteers on some important schemes and their significant features. she made an appealed to the NSS volunteers to come forward to reach out to target population with the schemes which could not be effectively implemented due to lack of human resources .
The Chief NSS Programme Officer Dr. B.P. Sarath Chandran in his vote of thanks highlighted three important programmes to be taken up by the NSS unit this year namely Sansad Adarsh Gram Yojana under which Damodar College will adopt the village of Rachol, Computer literacy drive and a financial literacy campaign.
The programme was attended by around 100 NSS volunteers, College faculty and NSS Programme officers Mr. Vishal Chari, Ms. Preksha Chopdekar, Ms. Namrata Haladankar, Ms. Sonia Kalekar and Ms. Shameem Memon.
Report of “Talk on Animation” – 11th July 2015
A talk on “Careers in Animation” was organised on 11th and 17th July 2015 for BCA students .The talk was organized in association with Arts and Animation academy , Navelim Goa . The resource person for the talk was Mr Francis D’Souza .
Students were informed about the technological growth in Animation that has taken place over last few years . Animation has spread its roots in every field like education, technology , movies ,advertisement sports etc. This technology is very user friendly and is open to every student irrespective of his technological background . Various courses in animation are available and duration of these courses span from three months to a year. There are ample of job opportunities available in the field. The talk was followed by a discussion.
A Report On Self Defense Talk – 13th July 2015
The Equal Opportunity Cell organized a Demonstration session on Self Defense. The Session began with the welcome address by Dr. (Mrs.) Prita D. Mallya Principal followed by the introduction of the Resource person by Mrs. Ekta Agarwal , co-ordinator of the program. The Resource person for the session was Ms ANGELA DE ABREU NAIK, first woman from India who will be inducted into the OFFICIAL TAEKWONDO HALL OF FAME, 2015, 1st Woman in India to hold Class II – KYORUGI & POOMSAE, declared best International Referee at 1st India Open, 2010. She has been the State coach at various championships and her students have bagged loads of medals in national and international arena. Ms. Angela Naik has knowledge of Boxing, Ju-Juitsu, Kungfu, Judkado, Hapkido, Tonfa, Budo, Nanchaku & other weapons. Ms. Angela Naik believes that actions speaks louder than words. She emphasized that one has to have a strong head and presence of mind more than anything else.
Ms. Angela along with some student volunteers demonstrated the self defense techniques by role playing different situations where the attackers are on bike, in cars, group of attackers, in a bus, attackers trying to choke, attacker trying to grab you from behind, from front, in which one could defend themselves against attackers.
This was followed by an interactive session where the students enthusiastically shared their apprehensions and Ms. Angela reassured them by suggesting what needs to be done.This session was an eye opener for all the participants making then aware of how vulnerable a person is and at the same time gave them the counter measures to defend themselves.
“WHAT NEXT?”– A Talk on Career Opportunities – 14th July 2015 – 15th July 2015
The talk session, “What Next” on career opportunities was conducted by the Career and Placement cell for Third Year B.Com, BCA, BBA- FS and Second Year M.Com. students which focused upon their professional and career opportunities that they can pursue.
The resource persons were Dr. Harip Khanapuri Vice-Principal from S. S. Dempo College of Commerce & Economics, Mr. Sanjeev Mendes from Aury Mendes Representations Inbound & Outbound Tours, Mr. Arjun Rebello from Milestone Financial Consultants and Mr. Naguesh Sardessai from People’s Higher Secondary School.
During the first Session, Dr. Harip Khanapuri ignited the thought process in the audience of where they want to see themselves 5 to 10 years down the line, and stressed that their search to answer the question will certainly help them to decide how they should act to achieve their goals. He emphasized that the need of the hour is to take up careers which revolves around one’s interest / hobbies so as to get the personal and professional success. He also highlighted on various professional courses and gave insight of CA, CS, ICWA, and MBA which offers a high pay package. He emphasized that one should focus on developing skill set as only degrees will not be sufficient to survive in today’s competitive world.
Mr. Sanjeev Mendes during the second session focused on the career opportunities in travel, tourism and hospitality. He threw light on emerging areas like Medical Tourism, Sports Tourism which can be thought of as career options. He highlighted on various courses available which are internationally recognized and that help to study the basics of the travel, tourism and hospitality industry and understand what it takes to become a successful travel entrepreneur. Mr. Mendes stressed that it is our dedication and commitment towards our job that ensures successful career.
Mr. Arjun Rebello advised the students to take up career that will make them work happily and with enthusiasm. He informed the students about various career options in financial services and mentioned that it is target oriented. He stressed that in the field of finance it is most important to know what is going on in the market to keep oneself moving. Mr. Rebello also stressed that it is the personal skills and intelligence that is must for a career in finance.
All the three speakers of the day highlighted that possession of skill set, good personality and commitment is required for an individual to grow and prosper in career. All three sessions were attended by around 200 students.
15th July 2015
The Career and Placement cell conducted a session for the interested students in the field of Civil Services (UPSC and GPSC). The resource person for the session was Mr. Naguesh Sardessai who stressed upon the need of taking up Civil Services as a preferred career option. While talking about UPSC, he informed the students about various posts that can be given to them and what will be their responsibilities. He gave the detailed outline of different stages of examination and what is expected in these stages.
He shared his deep concern about the performance of students in civil services, what skill set they need, how to prepare for the exam, and also offered his help in all possible ways. He also gave insight of Goa Public Service Commission to the students. Around 70 students attended the session.
Session was attended by members of career and placement cell namely, Mr. Sumit Kumar (Convenor), Mrs. Sheryl Da’Silva, Ms. Prachi Kolamkar, Mrs. Namita Neurenkar, Ms. Cinola Vaz and Ms. Ulpa Waingankar.
Report on Talk on “ONLINE TRADING” – 17th July 2015
BBA(FS) Department organised a talk on “Online Trading”. The talk was delivered by Mr. Pravas Ravi , from Geogit Paribas BNP Financial Services
Mr. Pravas Ravi started his talk by showing a video on Geogit BNP Paribas, the institution he works for. He told the student about the basic concepts of stock market, investments etc. The students were told about the various investment opportunities available. He also stressed upon the point with an example of his client that people should start investing early and how they benefit by doing so. He showed the students online trading on the terminals like how to punch orders, buy or sell stock etc.
He ended his talk by making an important note to the students that the Geogit Financial services firm is always open for recuitment and motivated the students that they should not hesitate to take up marketing jobs as it helps to develop their own personality. The talk was inspriring encouraging and was beneficial for the students of Financial Services to know about investing.
Orientation on Online Resources and Certificate Programmes – 20th July 2015
The orientation session on Online Resources and Certificate Programmes was conducted by the Career and Placement cell of Shree Damodar College of Commerce & Economics on 20th July 2015 for Third Year B.Com., BCA, BBA and Second Year MCOM students which focused upon different online resources and certificate programmes that they can make use of and pursue.
The resource persons were Mr. Sumit Kumar for Department of Computer Science (BCA) and Miss. Cinola T. Vaz from BBA Programme. During the Session students were informed about the various online certificate courses viz. NCFM, ICICI Learning Matrix, Spoken tutorials, NPTEL, and their benefits. Resource persons explained and informed them about different processes involved in it.
The students were enlightened about the various online free resources available and how it can be used in their academics. The session of 15th July was attended by 80 students and the feedback obtained from the students was good. The Session was attended by all the members of Career & Placement Cell. We are thankful to all the resource persons, and the students for the smooth conduct of all the sessions.
Report of “Talk on Careers in Networking” – 21st July 2015
A talk on “Careers in Networking” was organised on 21 July 2015 for FYBCA students. The talk was organized in association with “Jetking” ,Margao Goa . The resource person for the talk was Mr Faizal Sheikh.
Students were informed about the technological growth in Networking that has taken place over last several years . Networking has become a backbone and a main driving force of every organization . He informed them about the various Networking courses offered by Jetking and the job opportunities in the relevant filed. The duration of the courses span from three months to a year. There are ample of job opportunities available in the field . The talk was followed by a discussion.
Talk on Mentoring – 24th July 2015
The Mentoring Cell organized a talk on ‘Mentoring’ for the faculty . The resource person was Dr. Aldina Braganza e Gomes Associate professor, Department of Psychology, Carmel College for Women, Nuvem Goa. All the faculties from B.Com, B.B.A, B.C.A and M.Com participated for talk. Assistant professor Vishal Chari introduced the resource person and Assistant Professor Mandar Fatarpekar proposed the vote of thanks. The resource person explained the mentoring practices followed by colleges, primary things required for mentoring in colleges and what will be the role of college faculties in mentoring. The resource person further helped to understand the type of mentoring program our college should take up. She explained to what extend faculties should get involved in addressing students difficulties and suggested, some common difficulties of students can be addressed by calling experts.
