Congragulations

 

Beyond Degrees

 

Report on Motivational Session by Mr. Sajan Pappachan

Venue: Conference Hall

Date: 19 September 2025

Time: 8:30 AM to 1:30 PM

The PG Department of Computer Applications, Marian College Kuttikkanam, organized a motivational training session for the MCA Batch 2025–2027 on 19 September 2025 at the college Conference Hall. The session, titled “Beyond Degrees: Crafting a Life of Meaning, Not Just Career”, was led by alumnus Mr. Sajan Pappachan, a motivational trainer, entrepreneur, and CEO, who currently manages three successful companies in India Kuwait, and Behrain.

The program began with a short introduction by Mr. Satheesh sir, faculty member of the department, who briefly mentioned that Mr. Sajan Pappachan was one of the most multi-talented students of his time at Marian College. After this welcome, Mr. Sajan Pappachan took over the session and began by introducing himself and sharing his personal journey. He spoke about his hostel life at Marian College, his entrepreneurial ventures, and how he established his first IT company in 2012 at the age of 21. He also shared about his family, mentioning his wife and child, and highlighted his child’s unique achievement of publishing a short book at the age of nine, which was recognized as an antique book of

record.

In his talk, Mr. Sajan Pappachan focused on the idea of identity and personal growth. Using quotes, anecdotes, and Malayalam film references, he explained what it means to be productive human beings and reflected on the challenges of identity crisis, such as aspirations, mood swings, relationships, personal philosophies, and dreams. He also spoke about the expectations of the modern industry, stressing the importance of qualities such as expertise, ethics, integrity, adaptability, communication skills, problem solving, teamwork, networking, and professional appearance.

The session became highly interactive when Mr. Sajan guided the students through a SWOT analysis exercise, encouraging them to write down their strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats. This was followed by his explanation of the “Quadrant of Potential,” which classified individuals into four types skilled but lacking passion, passionate but unskilled, neither skilled nor passionate, and skilled with passion. He motivated the students to find ways to align both skill and passion to ensure success and fulfillment in life.

Later, he introduced a group activity to develop teamwork and creativity. Students were randomly divided into groups through a number-based system, and each group was asked to select a leader. In a unique twist, leaders were chosen by closing their eyes and moving their hands randomly to pick the next leader, fostering spontaneity and trust. group was then assigned a topic and tasked with presenting their ideas in the form of a creative tableau. The activity encouraged teamwork, creativity, and leadership, while also testing the students ability to think critically under time constraints. After the presentations, each group shared an overview of their experience of the group activity, followed by constructive feedback and reflections facilitated by Mr. Sajan. 

The session finally drew to a close with a comprehensive reflection on the day’s activities. Through the initial discussions, students were encouraged to think beyond academics and to see education as a path for personal meaning, not just a career. The group activities, which involved creative thinking and teamwork, helped participants discover the value of collaboration, leadership, and out-of-the-box imagination. The SWOT analysis exercise gave them a framework for critically examining their own strengths and weaknesses, while also identifying the opportunities and threats that shape their personal and professional journeys. 

The introduction of the Quadrant of Potential further deepened their understanding by showing that true growth happens when passion and skills work hand in hand. By combining these different elements, the session left students with a holistic perspective urging them to become more self-aware, to nurture their abilities, to embrace creativity, and to move forward with confidence in their own potential.

Outbound Training (OBT)

 

Report on Outbound Training (OBT)

Venue: Mar Thoma Sleeha Dayara, Nallathanny

Date: 11 & 12 September 2025

Participants: MCA 2024–26 Batch, PG Department of Computer Applications

Resource Persons:

Day 1: Dr. Benny Kurian & Mr. Cijo P Jacob

Day 2: Dr. Benny Kurian, Mr. Jo Joseph & Mr. Syamkumar

Introduction

The PG Department of Computer Applications organized a two-day Outbound Training (OBT) program for the MCA 2024–26 batch students at Mar Thoma Sleeha Dayara, Nallathanny on 11 and 12 September 2025. The program aimed to foster creativity, critical thinking, problem-solving, leadership, and team bonding through experiential learning activities conducted in a natural environment.

Objectives of the OBT

• To encourage creativity and innovation in problem-solving.
• To strengthen critical thinking and decision-making under challenging situations.
• To promote teamwork, communication, and leadership qualities.
• To develop resilience, confidence, and risk-handling capacity among students.
• To provide a platform for applying classroom knowledge to real-life scenarios.

Activities Conducted

1. Creativity Task – Chair Using Waste Materials

Students were divided into teams and asked to design and construct a functional chair using waste materials available on-site. This activity emphasized innovation, design thinking, and resource optimization. Teams displayed remarkable creativity, and each group presented their models, explaining their thought process.

2. Balloon Walking

A fun yet challenging activity where students had to walk while holding balloons between their knees or bodies without letting them drop. This developed coordination, patience, and concentration, while also building trust among peers.

3. Broken Glass Walking

Under expert supervision, participants experienced the powerful activity of walking barefoot on broken glass. This exercise instilled self-belief, courage, and overcoming fear, showing students that many limitations exist only in the mind.

4. Fire Walking

Another high-impact activity where students walked barefoot across a short stretch of burning embers. With guidance from resource persons, participants successfully overcame hesitation, gaining confidence, mental strength, and resilience.

5. River Crossing Using Rope

Students were challenged to cross a river with the support of ropes. This physically engaging task required team coordination, strategy, and problem-solving, reinforcing the importance of trust and mutual support.

6. Treasure Hunt

A multi-stage adventure game where clues were hidden across the venue, requiring students to solve riddles and complete mini-tasks to move forward. This activity enhanced critical thinking, collaboration, and time management in a competitive yet enjoyable setting.

Outcomes of the Training

1. Students demonstrated enhanced creativity and innovation through design-based activities.
2. Experiential learning fostered critical thinking and logical reasoning.
3. Physically and mentally challenging tasks like glass walking, fire walking, and rope crossing built self-confidence and resilience.
4. Group activities encouraged teamwork, leadership, communication, and collaboration.
5. The training created a spirit of adventure and adaptability, helping students to step out of their comfort zones.

Conclusion

The Outbound Training at Mar Thoma Sleeha Dayara was a transformative learning experience for the MCA 2024–26 batch. The diverse set of activities—ranging from creative problem-solving to physically and mentally demanding challenges—allowed students to explore their strengths, overcome limitations, and work collectively as a team.

The program was a resounding success, leaving students motivated, confident, and better equipped with essential life skills that complement their academic learning.

Onam Celebrations 2025 at Marian College

 

Once again, the vibrant spirit of Onam, Kerala’s most cherished festival, is upon us, and this year promises to be extra special at Marian College Kuttikkanam.

The newly elected Marian College Students’ Council (MCSC) is all set to host “Kondattam 2025” on 27th August 2025 (Wednesday), bringing together a spectrum of cultural events, traditional festivities, and moments of joy that highlight the essence of unity and heritage.

The MCA department won first prize for Vadam Vali in both the boys' and girls' categories.

Congragulations

 

Congratulations on release of the book “Deep Learning and Reinforcement Learning”, authored by  Mrs. Reny Jose. Artificial Intelligence has emerged as one of the most transformative technologies of our time, and at its heart lie Deep Learning and Reinforcement Learning. This book offers a comprehensive yet accessible approach to these advanced topics, bridging theory with practical insights.

It explores:

• Core concepts of deep learning architectures

• Fundamentals and applications of reinforcement learning

• Real-world use cases and strategies in AI-driven systems

• Analytical perspectives aligned with business, economics, and strategy

With a clear and structured presentation, this work will serve as an excellent resource for students, researchers, and professionals seeking to deepen their knowledge and apply AI in innovative ways.

https://www.amazon.in/dp/B0FNMH5914