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Hiking expedition to Netravali Wildlife Sanctuary

The Department of Physical Education & Sports at VVM’s Shree Damodar College of Commerce & Economics, organized a hiking expedition to the Netravali Wildlife Sanctuary, specifically to the scenic Savri Waterfall, on 11th October 2024. Around 30 students (23 male, 07 female), along with two staff members, actively participated in this event, which combined physical activity with an immersive experience in nature.

The journey commenced with the college bus departing at 8:30 AM, arriving at the destination by 10:00 AM. Upon arrival, Mr. Dewaraj Hirekurbar, the College Director of Physical Education & Sports, addressed the group, highlighting the importance of physical fitness and the benefits of hiking as a holistic activity for both body and mind. Following this introduction, Physical Education Instructor Mr. Saurabh Raikar led the students on a 4-kilometer trek to the waterfall. His guidance ensured that the participants navigated the trail safely while enjoying the natural surroundings.

Throughout the day, various fun and recreational activities were organized to enhance the overall experience. The group completed their hike around 4:00 PM and departed from the sanctuary at 4:30 PM, arriving back at the college by 6:15 PM. The entire event was well-coordinated under the supervision of Mr. Dewaraj Hirekurbar and Mr. Saurabh Raikar, ensuring a safe and enjoyable outing for all participants.

Expected Outcome of the Activity

The hiking expedition organized by the Department of Physical Education & Sports at VVM’s Shree Damodar College promoted physical fitness, teamwork, and an appreciation for nature among students. The experience combined physical activity with mental health benefits, encouraging reduced stress and enhanced mood. Additionally, it underscored the value of outdoor activities, potentially inspiring students to incorporate them into their lives. Interaction with faculty fostered stronger student-staff relationships, creating a sense of community. Overall, the event supported holistic development and aligned with the college’s mission to encourage healthy, balanced lifestyles and environmental awareness.

RBI90 Quiz Competition

06 Students (2 male, 4 female) from the BBA(Financial Services) programme represented VVM’s Shree Damodar College in the RBI90 Quiz Competition, a nationwide quiz competition for undergraduate students organized by  Reserve Bank of India to celebrate its 90th anniversary. The quiz challenged participants on various topics, including history, economics, current affairs etc. The online round, held from 19th to 21st September 2024, saw the participation of 51 colleges across Goa, totaling 165 teams with two members each. From these, 45 teams were selected for the state round.

On 10th October, the state round was held in Panjim Convention Centre, Vistar Estates. All the teams were welcomed with RBI-customized t-shirt, bag, pen, diary, etc, followed by breakfast for the participating teams, faculty and staff, organized by the Financial Inclusion & Development Department (FIDD), Panaji Regional Office. The event started at 9:45 AM with an orientation session, lighting of the lamp by the dignitaries and an inaugural address by the Regional Director of RBI.

The first round of the quiz competition began at 10:15 AM and included 30 questions. Each team was provided with a sheet of paper to write their answers on, which was evaluated immediately after the round got over at 11:15 AM. After the first round, the top six teams advanced to the final round of the State level competition, which featured buzzer rounds and engaged not only the participants but also the audience with questions and prizes for correct answers. This inclusive setup heightened the competitive atmosphere and ensured audience involvement.

Birla Institute of Technology and Science (BITS), Pilani (Goa campus), emerged as the winner, followed by Goa College of Engineering, Farmagudi in second place, and Shree Rayeshwar Institute of Engineering & Information Technology in third. Prizes for the top three teams were awarded at Rs. 2 lakhs, Rs. 1.5 lakh, and Rs. 1 lakh, respectively, with the winning team moving on to the zonal round to be held in Mumbai. Additionally, Mrs. Ashwini Devari, Assistant Professor in Financial Services at VVM’s Shree Damodar College of Commerce and Economics receiving a bouquet as the college had received the maximum participation across all the colleges in Goa. Our college had three teams participating for the State level round.

List of Students selected for the State Level Round:

Name of Student
Class

SANCHITA SHAMRAO MAJALKAR
FYBBA(FS)

SAMEEHA ARSHAD SIDDIQUI
FYBBA(FS)

SUMEET SAMEER CHARI
FYBBA(FS)

NARENDRA NARAYAN LAAD
FYBBA(FS)

UZMA JAVED AHMED
TYBBA(FS)

TAHREEM ARIF HUSSAIN
TYBBA(FS)

Expected Outcome of the Activity

Participants gained valuable insights into the Reserve Bank of India’s functions and expanded their general knowledge. This experience enhanced their exposure to competitive events, and each team member received a participation certificate, which will benefit them in future endeavours.

Online Quiz Competition on World Mental Health Day

To mark World Mental Health Day, the Counselling Cell of VVM’s Shree Damodar College of Commerce & Economics, organized an Online Quiz Competition from 10th to 13th October 2024. The quiz conducted via Google Forms, aimed to raise awareness among students about mental health and emphasize the importance of their own well-being and that of others.

The competition received participation from 42 students (16 male, 26 female) from different academic programmes. Participants were evaluated based on their responses, and the following students were recognized for their excellent performance:

1st Place: Ronal Barbosa (TY BCA, Div A)

2nd Place: Bushra Mohammad Khan (MCom, Part-I)

All participants were awarded E-certificates for their participation in the online quiz competition.

Expected Outcome of the Activity

The objective of the quiz was to educate participants on mental health topics, helping them recognize early signs and symptoms of mental health issues, understand coping mechanisms, and encourage a culture of open dialogue on mental well-being.

INSPIRUS 8

The Students Council of Computer Engineering (C-Codes) in association with the Computer Department of Don Bosco College of Engineering, Fatorda – Goa organized its 8th edition of two days technical event – “INSPIRUS” on 10th and 11th October 2024. Various events such as ExQuizite (technical quiz), Hackathon (Inspirathon), TechnoMorph, Code Clash (Coding), Framed (photography) etc. were planned for this edition of INSPIRUS. As a major highlight of INSPIRUS, an INSPIRATHON (24 hours Hackathon) from 10th October 2024 (10.00 am) to 11th October 2024 (10.00 am) was also organized.

Besides the competitions, 2 workshops on titled “Building India’s Future – Shaping the Future in our Classrooms” and “Bridging Education and Innovation – The Value of Technical Education” were scheduled during INSPIRUS on 11th October 2024 from 10.00 am to 12.00 noon in the College Seminar Hall II.

A team of 34 students (17 male, 17 female) from the Department of Computer Science participated in the event:

Sr. No
Name
Class & Div

1
Vishwajit Singh Shekhawat
FY BCA, Div A

2
Mark Jordan Pereira
FY BCA, Div A

3
Aishwarya Nayak
FY BCA, Div B

4
Ankita Mishra
FY BCA, Div B

5
Kajal Rathod
FY BCA, Div B

6
Shweta Sahakari
FY BCA, Div B

7
Netra Pikle
FY BCA, Div B

8
Daneshwari Jingade
FY BVoc.(ST)

9
Suraj Ghanshyam Maurya
FY BVoc.(ST)

10
Simran Kedar Ghadi
FY BVoc.(ST)

11
Astha Tiwari
SY BCA, Div A

12
Premanand Alias Dhruv Nilesh Naik
SY BCA, Div A

13
Risha Mariyam
SY BCA, Div A

14
Abdullah Shaikh
SY BCA, Div A

15
Riya Harilal Shinde
SY BCA, Div A

16
Anirudh Rajendra Singh Solanki
SY BCA, Div B

17
Yogesh Ramesh Yadav
SY BVoc.(ST)

18
Shaina Gajanan Kamat
SY BVoc.(ST)

19
Sejal Suresh Pednekar
SY BVoc.(ST)

20
Samidha Mote
SY BVoc.(ST)

21
Disha Sakaram Aukire
SY BVoc.(ST)

22
Khushal Umesh Naik
SY BVoc.(ST)

23
Showil Egwin Rebello
SY BVoc.(ST)

24
Shubh Sinai Borkar
TY BCA, Div A

25
Delroy Pires
TY BCA, Div A

26
Rishabh Prasad Arolkar
TY BCA, Div A

27
Neeraj Aroskar
TY BCA, Div B

28
Zahid Nadaf
TY BVoc.(ST)

29
Hema Parab
TY BVoc.(ST)

30
Bhakti Mirashi
TY BVoc.(ST)

31
Jabez Prem Rodrigues
TY BVoc.(ST)

32
Sam Steward Miranda
TY BVoc.(ST)

33
Rashmi Kallimani
TY BVoc.(ST)

34
Purva Kamat
TY BVoc.(ST)

The following students were declared winners:

Raj Pagifrom SY BCA, Div B, won 1st place in the Photography competition titled ‘Framed’
Delroy Piresand Rishabh Prasad Arolkar, both from TY BCA, Div A, won the 2nd place in the UI/UX Designing competition titled “Technomorph”.

Faculty in-charge:  Asst. Prof. Annette Santimano and Asst. Prof. Deepti Kulkarni from the Department of Computer Science.

Expected Outcome of the Activity

The INSPIRUS provided students with a platform to showcase their technical skills, creativity, and innovation. The event offered various competitions helping students enhance their technical and problem-solving abilities. Workshops on education and innovation trends exposed students to industry-relevant skills. Overall, the event contributed to students’ development, enhancing both technical expertise and soft skills such as time management, creativity, and critical thinking.

Peer-to-peer Learning in Financial Accounting

In an effort to promote active learning and improve students’ understanding of Financial Accounting, a peer-to-peer learning initiative was undertaken by 2 dedicated students, Almas Khan and Sudeep Dharwadkar from FY BCom, Div D, who volunteered to conduct supplementary sessions for their peers facing difficulties with the subject. These sessions took place on the 8th, 15th 19th and 22nd October 2024, in Classroom No. 212 during class hours when no other lectures were scheduled, ensuring that students could fully focus on reinforcing their knowledge. Almas conducted seven sessions, assisting five students, while Sudeep led four sessions, helping four students. Each session covered key Financial Accounting concepts and was tailored to address the specific challenges faced by their 9 classmates (4 males, 5 females).

Expected Outcome of the Activity:

Students who participated in the sessions are expected to gain a deeper understanding of the Financial Accounting concepts.  By actively engaging with their peers, students taking sessions will develop confidence in their ability to apply accounting knowledge to real-world scenarios.  The initiative will promote and a supportive learning environment among students.

Elocution Competition

The Reader’s Club of VVM’s Shree Damodar College of Commerce & Economics, organized an engaging Elocution Competition, focusing on contemporary issues that resonate with the students. The event held on 09th October 2024, commenced at 12:45 PM in Classroom F-104, with a warm welcome by Asst. Prof. Ciana Fernandes, in-charge of the Reader’s Club, to the esteemed judges, Asst. Prof. Zakiya Tahir and Asst. Prof. Pressy Pereira, along with participating students and the audience.

Each of the 09 participants (05 male, 04 female) presented their viewpoints with clarity, showcasing both in-depth research and effective public speaking skills. The judges provided constructive feedback, applauding the participants for their thought-provoking presentations and encouraging them to continue honing their skills.

The winners of the competition were announced:

1st Place: Arya Naik (FY BCA, Div B)

2nd Place: Dalal Ambar Abhay (M.Com. Part-II)

3rd Place: Anushree Prasad (FY BCom, Div A) and Sudeep Dharwadkar (FY BCom, Div D)

The event concluded at 1:45 PM, with Asst. Prof. Ciana Fernandes delivering a vote of thanks to the judges for their valuable time and insights, and to the students for their enthusiastic participation. This competition was a valuable opportunity for students to develop critical thinking and public speaking skills while engaging in meaningful discussions. It also fostered a sense of intellectual curiosity, encouraging students to explore important contemporary issues with confidence and clarity.

Expected Outcome of the Activity:

The competition provided students with the opportunity to improve their public speaking skills, such as clarity, pronunciation, and tone, fostering the ability to express ideas clearly and confidently. Speaking in front of an audience also helped participants build self-esteem and reduce stage fright, contributing to their personal growth and communication skills.

Guest Lecture on Navigating the Basics: An Introduction to Ind AS & IFRS

On 09th October 2024, the Department of Commerce & Management organised a guest lecture titled “Navigating the Basics: An Introduction to Ind AS & IFRS” for 44 students (26 male, 18 female) of FY BCom, Div A, in Classroom 215. Led by CA Saiprabha Kamath, an accounting standards expert with nearly a decade of experience in the field, the session aimed to provide foundational knowledge about Indian Accounting Standards (Ind AS) and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).

CA Saiprabha Kamath began with an engaging introduction, emphasizing the significance of accounting standards in maintaining transparency and consistency in financial reporting. She briefly highlighted the historical development of Ind AS and IFRS, contextualizing it with a glance at Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) followed in India. Key highlights included an overview of Ind AS and IFRS frameworks, focusing on their objectives, scope, and guiding principles. Significant differences, such as those related to revenue recognition, asset and liability measurement, and disclosure requirements, were discussed, along with practical implications using real-world examples to show how companies leverage these standards to enhance financial statement reliability.

The interactive Q&A segment encouraged students to engage with the material actively. Many students posed insightful questions, leading to vibrant discussions This engagement fostered a deeper understanding of the subject matter and stimulated critical thinking. Overall, the lecture was a valuable addition to the students’ academic experience, providing them with essential knowledge that will serve as a strong foundation for their future studies in financial accounting.

The lecture concluded with a gesture of appreciation for CA Saiprabha Kamath, who was presented with a potted plant. The vote of thanks was proposed by Assistant Professor Kalpana Parab, expressing gratitude for the valuable insights shared and the clarity of the presentation.

Expected Outcome of the Activity:

Students will gain clear understanding of the fundamental concepts of Ind AS and IFRS, including their purposes and frameworks. The interactive Q&A session will also foster critical thinking skills, allowing students to question and analyze accounting practices and standards.

‘Stepping into the Spotlight: A Workshop on Compering and Anchoring’

The Department of Management, in collaboration with the Career, Training, Internship, and Placement (CTIP) Cell of the college organized a workshop titled “Stepping into the Spotlight: A Workshop on Compering and Anchoring”. This event took place on 7th October 2024 at 11:45 am in Hall No. 2, with Emcee Shailesh Rajput as the resource person. The workshop was designed to provide students with practical insights into the art of compering and effective public speaking.

A total of 64 students (35 male, 29 female) from various departments participated, eager to improve their skills in compering, anchoring, and event management. Mr. Rajput, a seasoned professional, shared his personal journey and expertise, offering valuable tips on voice modulation, stage presence, audience engagement, and confidence-building. Through interactive exercises and real-life examples, he helped students understand the nuances of successful event hosting.

The workshop concluded with a question-and-answer session, allowing students to gain clarity on their doubts and concerns regarding compering. The workshop was an enriching experience, providing students with practical skills beneficial in both academic and professional settings. The session was coordinated by Asst. Prof. Zakiya Tahir, and the event was compered by Miss Saffa Sayed, a student from FY BBA(FS).

Expected Outcome of the Activity: 

The workshop equipped students with essential compering skills, including public speaking, audience engagement, stage presence, and confidence-building. These skills enhance employability, prepare students for event management, compering and anchoring roles, and boost overall career readiness.

Outreach Activity on 2D Animation Workshop

The Department of Computer Science, under the TechTrendz Club of VVM’s Shree Damodar College of Commerce & Economics, organized a 2D Animation Workshop as an Outreach Activity on 5th October 2024 in the Smart Classroom, from 12:30 to 2:30 PM. Led by Assistant Professor Ankita Naik and organized by faculty members Ms. Sneha Prabhudessai, Ms. Girija Gaonkar, and Ms. Deepti Kulkarni, the workshop aimed to introduce higher secondary students to the fundamentals of 2D animation. The workshop featured an engaging presentation and a hands-on session, allowing participants to explore the basics of animation through sketching and animating images.

Six SY BCA (2 male, 4 female) students facilitated the workshop:

Raj Pagi (SY BCA, Div B)
Nidhi Nagvenkar (SY BCA, Div A)
Sparsh Hede (SY BCA, Div B)
Daksh Lotlikar (SY BCA, Div A)
Esha Thapa (SY BCA, Div A)
(SY BCA, Div B)
Shaina Kamat (SY B.Voc(ST))

Additionally, two FY BCA students assisted in the workshop:

Arya Naik (FY BCA, Div B)
Sharv Lotlikar (FY BCA, Div B)

A total of 11 participants, including 5 students (all male) from RMS Higher Secondary and 6 students (2 male, 4 female) from Cuncolim United Higher Secondary, were issued e-certificates for attending the workshop.

Expected Outcome of the Activity:

The primary objectives of this activity were to enhance students’ knowledge about 2D animation and to demonstrate the use of animation software tools for creating animations. The interactive, hands-on session allowed students to directly engage with the material, making the experience both enjoyable and educational. Through this outreach, the activity empowered participants with foundational skills and knowledge, fostering their interest in animation design and development.

Environmental Studies Field Trip to Salaulim Dam

On 5th October 2024, the FY BBA students from the college visited the Salaulim Dam and Botanical Gardens in Sanguem as part of their Environmental Studies-1 course. The objective of this field trip was to study the ecological significance of various plant species and to understand the principles of water conservation. A total of 40 students (20 male, 20 female) were accompanied by faculty members Dr. Mamata Kane and Dr. Nikita Verekar, who provided guidance throughout the visit, helping students identify important plant species and explaining the dam’s role in water conservation and resource management.

Expected Outcome of the Activity:

Students will have to prepare a report based on their observation during the field trip. This will be considered as an intra semester assessment, and students will be evaluated accordingly. The purpose of this assignment is to highlight the importance of environmental conservation and sustainable use of resources.