Kaveri College secures 3rd position in Annual College Magazine Competition organized by SPPU

Kannada Sangha Pune’s Kaveri College of Arts, Science and Commerce has secured the 3^rd position in Annual Magazine Competition organized by the Board of Students' Welfare, Savitribai Phule Pune University. Kaveri College won the prize in the competition at district level for its college magazine ‘Kaveri Kaleidoscope,’ for the academic year 2016-17. The competition is held to promote the art and habit of writing and recognize their talent, hard-work and innovation.

Dr. S.B.Kharosekar, Principal, Kaveri College received the prize at the hands Dr. Nitin Karmalkar, Hon.Vice Chancellor, SPPU, Dr. Prabhakara Desai, director, student Welfare board, and Dr. A.D.Shaligram, Registrar, SPPU. The prize consists of a certificate, a cash prize of Rs. 5000/- and a memento. Dr. Muckta Karmarkar, Head, Magazine Committee, Prof. Sayee Kulkarni, Prof. Chita Alavani were also present on the occasion.

Kannada Sangha’s Trustee members, Principal of the college, Dr. S.B. Kharosekar, Vice Principal, Mrs. Suchismita Mohanty, all the Heads of the Departments, staff members and students congratulated the College on this big achievement. 

Kaveri College NSS Unit Undertakes Tree Plantation.

The NSS unit of Kaveri College of Arts, Science and Commerce, Pune had organized a tree plantation drive in association with Forest Department, Pune, on 12^th and 19^th August at Nagari Van Udayan, Hingane.

 Total 120 NSS volunteers had participated in this event. The volunteers performed the activities like digging of the pits, planting of the trees, watering them, cutting the grass and cleaning the area around the plants etc. They also collected the plastic and other waste material from the area and disposed these off. They planted 200 saplings which included Palm, Peepal, Bamboo, Banyan tree etc and other ornamental plants.

This event was carried out under the guidance of the NSS Programme Officer Mr. Sachin Deokate and in the presence of the Student Development Officer Mr. Anand Buddhikot, and Assistant Programme Officer – NSS, Nilesh Nemade, Mr. Rohit Tambe( Director –Physical Education), Ms. Mugdha Shivapurkar, Ms. Gitanjali More and Ms. Ashwini Kale.

Inauguration of NSS Activities for the year 2017-2018

The NSS unit of  Kaveri College of Arts, Science and Commerce formally inaugurated its regular activities for the year 2017-18. Dr. Prabhakar Desai, Director, NSS and Director,Board of Students’ Development SPPU was the chief guest for the inauguration programme. Principal Dr. S.B. Kharosekar, Vice-Principal Mrs. Suchismita Mohanty, NSS Programme Officer Prof. Sachin Devkate,Asst. Programme Officer Prof. Nilesh Nemade, college faculty members, and NSS volunteers were present on the occasion.

The program began with lamp lighting ceremony and with recitation of NSS song. Principal Dr. S. B. Kharosekar precisely defined National Service Scheme as ‘self-inspirational, self-disciplined, selflessly volunteered service for the nation.’ In his speech emphasized about the importance of NSS in a Nation’s growth. He spoke about his association with NSS and his passion about working for the society. As per the college tradition Principal gave oath to the NSS volunteers.

The chief guest of the program, Dr. Prabakar Desai briefed the audience about the inception and purpose of NSS. He pointed out to the volunteers that they are the privileged few who have chosen to help the underprivileged and less fortunate people. He said, NSS helps students to be the brand ambassador of their respective colleges.  He appreciated the strong presence of girl volunteers in NSS which once was considered as only the men’s territory.

He praised Dr. S. B. Kharosekar for his able leadership and called him a great Administrator. Dr. Desai also said that NSS contributes towards nation building. The initiatives such as cleanliness drive, adult teaching, tree plantations, blood donations etc. taken by NSS help in nation building.

Prof. Shweta Bhagat compeered the program. NSS Programme Officer Prof. Sachin Devkate proposed vote of thanks. The program concluded with recitation of ‘Vande Mataram’. The program was attended by large number of NSS volunteers and Students.

“While nurturing others, women must stop neglecting themselves.” Says Dr. Vidya Joshi at Kaveri College

Women Forum of Kaveri College of Arts, Science and Commerce had organized a guiding session on ‘Health Related Issues of Women and Vaccination’ for all girl- students of the college on 22 August 2017. Mrs. Suchismita Mohanty, Vice Principal, Kaveri College welcomed the guest-speakers for the program Dr. Vidya Joshi, MD, Obstetrics & Gynaecology and Dr. Vaishali Deshmukh, Pediatrician, MD in Adolescent Medicine, Dr. Vidullata Deshpande, Dinanath Mangeshkar Hospital, Pune. Mrs. Mohanty said that the program is organized to create awareness about women’s health issues and Vaccinations among the students of the college. Mrs. Manasi Joshi, Head, Women’s Forum, Kaveri College was also present on the occasion.   

Dr. Vidya Joshi focused on the physiology of menstrual cycle and she made students aware about how menstruation occurs and how they can avert pregnancies. She explained students about normal menses, delayed/ frequent menses, reasons and the solutions for the problems related to menses. She also talked about PCOD and PCOS and requested students to reach out to doctor if they are going through any of these problems. She encouraged them to change their lifestyle, eat healthy food, exercise, and practicing good coping skills, managing time, getting enough sleep etc. She suggested hormonal and non-hormonal treatments such as MIRNES, BETA and D&C to treat PCOD and PCOS.  Dr. Joshi also educated students on Cervical Cancer and explained its causes and prevention. She urged them to go for PAP Smear test to avert any cancerous growth and prevent it. She also talked about HPV vaccinations which prevents viruses entering uterus and then causing cervical cancer.   

Dr. Vaishali Deshmukh spoke on ‘Mind and Relationships.’ She explored various relationships that human beings share with each other. She said human are social animals and they share relationship with Nature, Society, parents, friends, work etc. She informed that all relationships are dynamic and are always changing time to time. But it is the Virtual relationship which has taken its toll on youngsters. They are neglecting real relationships while living in a virtual relationship with virtual people on Whatsapp, Instagram, Snapchat etc. She explained that relationships pose challenges and demand respect, trust, support, care to nurture it. Ego, individual priorities, jealousy, miscommunications and mistrust ruin a good relationship. She urged girls to try to understand the difference between infatuation and true love.

The program received a huge response and about 82 students attended it. The program was followed by question and Answer session in which students participated enthusiastically. Ms. Shweta Bhagat compered the program and Mrs. Manasi Joshi presented the Vote of thanks.

One Day Seminar on Career Opportunities in Research Organized Successfully in Kaveri College”

        Kaveri Research and Innovation center of Kaveri college of Arts Science and Commerce and Board of Students Development, Savitribai Phule Pune University(SPPU) jointly organized One Day Seminar on Career Opportunities in Research for Science Students on 18^th August 2017. Dr. Aditya Abhyankar Dean,Department of Technology, SPPU Pune, Dr. A.D.Shaligram Head, Department of Electronic Science, SPPU Pune and Dr Manasi Patwardhan, Senior Faculty Department of Computer Science ,VIT Pune were invited as resource persons for the Seminar. Hon. Mr. Kushal Hegde, President, Kannada Sangha, Hon. Mr. B. Baburao, Treasurer, Kannada Sangha, Dr. S.B. Kharosekar, Principal, Kaveri College, Mrs. Suchismita Mohanty, Vice-Principal, Kaveri College, Dr. Jayashri Bangali, Head, KRIC, Mr.Anand Buddikot Head, Student Development Officer, Staff members and Students were present on the occasion

In his welcome address, Dr. S.B. Kharosekar highlighted the importance of research and its impact on students and staff. He spoke about Kaveri Research and Innovation Centre (KIDC) of college and the purpose behind establishing this center.  He said, “Research is seeking an answer to a problem in a scientific way”. He also spoke about the positive and negative aspect of research.

Prof. Dr. A.D.Shaligram in his session spoke about the importance of scientific method, which requires intelligence, imagination, and creativity and its importance in solving any kind of problem. Furthermore, he emphasized that research is a combination of resources and ideas and is about Investigation of a problem in scientific manner. Research involves gaining knowledge, interpreting data and disseminating the findings. 

Dr. Aditya Abhyankar spoke about the different opportunities related to research and shared his own journey of doing research in USA. He gave the mantra to the students, “work smart rather than working hard.’ He also shared his experience of working at the prestigious Google Company. He said innovation always happens at young age and wished everyone for serious and research. Dr Manasi Patwardhan said Research is basically a science and she explained how research can be carried in a scientific way. She gave real life examples and explained about various data collective methods.

The programme received an overwhelming response from the students. Total 137 students from different colleges of the city like Sinhgad College, Christ College, Prof.Ramakrishna More College,Modern College and Kaveri College attended the seminar. Mr.Anand Buddhikot compeered the programme and Dr. Jayashri Bangali proposed vote of thanks.

“ You cannot survive without soft skills in the competitive world.” - Mrs. Malati Kalmadi

A week long Soft Skill Development Programme (SSDP) was held at Kaveri College of Arts, Science and Commerce for third year students of all departments from 10 to 17 August, 2017.  Many renowned accomplished professionals and trainers were invited to educate students on Different Soft Skills to help them become more employable in today’s competitive job market.  The Valedictory function of the programme was held on 17^th August 2017 in the presence of MRs. Malati Kalmadi, Secretary, Kannada Sangha, Pune, Dr. S.B. Kharosekar, Principal Kaveri College and Mrs. Suchismita Mohanty, Vice Principal, Kaveri College.

In his welcome Speech Dr. Kharosekar made students aware of the grim job market and future challenges which the will face in the competitive world. He informed that nearly 2 Lakh IT professionals will lose job this year and nearly half of the work force in It services will be “irrelevant” over the next 3-4 years. He said that in such times of layoffs and shrinking job sector, soft Skills are emerging as the saviors. He urged students to have a dedicated session on soft skills once a week and also encouraged them to inculcate the core behavioral skills learning ability, adaptability, loyalty and creativity etc.

On the occasion the Chief Guest Mrs. Malati Kalmadi interacted with the students and said that new India belongs to the Youth and hence they have a big responsibility on their shoulders to make India a developed country. She insisted that students must hone their soft skills and then accelerate their path towards success. She asked them to inculcate at least one art form and pay attention to their physical, emotional and spiritual well-being.

Mrs. Mohanty presented the detailed report on the weeklong programme. She took the review of lectures by all the invited speakers and also thanked all who worked hard for the successful execution of the programme.

For six days the programme saw renowned professionals and trainers guiding students on various soft skills, which are necessary to survive in the cutthroat competition. Dr. Muckta Karmarkar spoke on How to Stop Procrstination? , Mr. Cedrick D’souza guided students about Transactional Analysis. Ms. Supriya Shetty conducted her session on Power of Subconscious and Positive Thinking, Mr. Munir Damani on Communication Skills, Ms. Bhakti Karkare on Personal Interviews, Dr. Shirish Limaye on Business and Ethics, and Ms. Sonal Bavadekar on Self Awareness.

About 85 students participated in the program and some of them shared their experience by giving PPT presentation. Mrs. Malati Kalmadi distributed certificates to the students for attending the programme.

Mrs. Priya Deshmukh compered the program and Mrs. Chaitra Uchil presented the vote of thanks. 

“Follow the great achievers and visionaries of the society and try to become one.” – Dr. S.B. Kharosekar

A six day Soft Skill Development Programme (SSDP) is organized at Kaveri College of Arts, Science and Commerce from 10^th August to 17 to August 2017. The programme is organized in association with Savitribai Phule Pune University (SPPU) under Kaveri Skill Development Centre (KSDC) for all third year students of BCA, BBA, B.Com, B.Sc.(CS), and BA. The programme was inaugurated at the hands of Dr. S.B. Kharosekar, Principal, Kaveri College. Mrs. Suchismita Mohanty, Vice-Principal, Kaveri College and Head, KSDC, staff members and students were present on the occasion.

Mrs. Suchismita Mohanty gave a brief introduction about the workshop and its upcoming sessions. She said that one has to come out of one’s comfort zone and strive hard for excellence and Soft Skills help achieve that excellence. Dr. S.B. Kharosekar in his inaugural speech guided the students on the role and importance of such programmes for their overall development  and appealed them to enrich their knowledge by using such platforms provided by the college.

Further, in his session ‘Keys to Success’ Dr. Kharosekar, asked students to do SWOC analysis and identify their strengths and weaknesses and work upon them to become a better and successful human beings. He said students should observe and try to imbibe the qualities of the great achievers and visionaries of the society. He asked students to broaden their vision, look inside, dream high, accept challenges, think out-of-the-box and remove inferiority complex.
Dr. Kharosekar pointed out that both, the Soft Skill as well as Hard Skills are required to achieve one’s goals in life. “Identify your goals and come out of your comfort zone to achieve them,” said Dr. Kharosekar. He also shared many challenging incidents of his life and inspired students to take decisions, sticking to them, and working on them relentlessly to succeed in the competitive world. 

The Programme received an overwhelming response by students. Ms. Soniya Kumbhojkar compered the programme and Mrs. Manasi Joshi proposed the vote of thanks.

In coming days eminent speakers from different fields are invited to conduct various sessions.