Freshers Day Celebration

 

Freshers Day

Date: Wednesday, August 6, 2025
Venue: Marian College Main Auditorium

Python BootCamp

 

Counselling Orientation Program

 

Report On The Counselling Orientation Program

Venue: MCA Classroom
Date: 29 July 2025
Time: 02:30 PM to 03:30 PM
Resource Persons: Ms.Anna Marie Nainan and Ms.Elizabeth Abraham

The PG Department of Computer Applications conducted a Counselling Orientation Program for the newly admitted First Year MCA students on 29th July 2025. The primary objective of the session was to provide academic, psychological, and emotional support to the freshers and help them transition smoothly into their postgraduate academic journey.

The session began with a warm and thoughtful introduction by Mr. Melvin Mathew, who welcomed the students and faculty members. He briefly explained the purpose of the orientation and introduced the guest speakers, Mr. Anna Marie Nainan and Ms. Elizabeth Abraham, both representing the Department of Health and Fitness.

Ms. Elizabeth Abraham addressed the students by emphasizing the importance of counselling in academic and personal development. She explained how students often encounter stress, anxiety, and emotional challenges during their studies, and how counselling can act as a supportive mechanism to manage these issues. She spoke about the advantages of seeking counselling, highlighting its role in improving concentration, managing emotions, and fostering overall well-being. Her talk aimed to eliminate the stigma surrounding counselling and encouraged students to approach it as a positive step toward self-improvement.

Following her session, Mr. Anna Marie Nainan provided a comprehensive overview of the Marian Counselling Department. She elaborated on the services offered and introduced the faculty counsellors available on campus. She encouraged students to freely make use of the counselling facilities whenever needed and reassured them of the confidentiality and approachability of the department. She also noted that faculty members are equally welcome to utilize the counselling services, thereby promoting a campus culture rooted in empathy, openness, and support.

MCKA Orientation

 

Report on MCKA.IN Website Orientation

Venue: MCA 1 Classroom

Date: 23rd July 2025

Time: 12:30 PM to 01:30 PM

Resource Persons: Dr. Sr. Italia Joseph Maria

An orientation session on the MCKA.IN website was conducted for the first-year MCA students (2025–27 batch) on 23rd July 2025 from 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM. The session aimed to familiarize the new students with the official academic portal, its functionalities, and how to effectively navigate and utilize it throughout their course.

The session began with an introductory note by Satheesh Kumar Sir, who highlighted the importance of the MCKA.IN platform in academic activities. Following this, M. Kiran gave a warm and respectful introduction of the session’s resource person, Dr. Sr. Italia Joseph Maria, who then led the main orientation.

Dr. Sr. Italia Joseph Maria conducted a detailed walkthrough of the website, beginning with the login page. She patiently explained each section of the site, including navigation tools, student dashboards, assignment portals, academic announcements, and other key modules. Each feature was clearly demonstrated, ensuring that students understood how to access and use the site efficiently. She also elaborated on important academic details such as course outcomes and the mark division structure relevant to their MCA curriculum.

The session was informative and interactive, allowing students to clarify their doubts regarding the use of the platform. It concluded on a patriotic note with the National Anthem, marking the end of the orientation session.

Creative Studio

 Report on the Creative Studio 

 A 3-Day AI-Integrated Creativity Enhancement Workshop

Venue: Training Hall Department Of Computer Application-PG
Dates: 19th, 20th & 21st July 2025
Time: 8:30 AM to 05:00 PM
Resource Persons: Krishnaraj S and Dr. Robin Mathew

The Creative Studio workshop was a three-day immersive learning experience designed to bridge creativity with artificial intelligence. Held at Marian College, Kuttikkanam, from 19th to 21st July 2025, the event aimed to empower participants with creative, collaborative, and communication skills using AI-integrated tools and methodologies.

Day 1: 19th July 2025

The first day of the Creative Studio workshop commenced with a joint session led by Mr. Krishnaraj S, author and certified JCI trainer, and Dr. Robin Mathew, a distinguished motivational speaker and State Resource Team Member in Education. 

The session began with a discussion on creative thinking in the age of AI, where the facilitators emphasized the importance of blending human imagination with emerging technologies. To set a powerful tone, a video presentation featuring Vinisha Umashankar—a Class 8 student from Tamil Nadu who designed an award-winning solar ironing cart to reduce charcoal usage—was showcased. The story served as a remarkable example of youth-led innovation,

encouraging participants to think beyond conventional limits and focus on socially impactful ideas.

Following the introduction, participants were guided through foundational concepts of creativity, ideation, and AI-assisted innovation. The facilitators explained the objectives of the day’s activities and assigned a creativity-based tasks, designed to stimulate problem-solving, collaboration, and digital ideation.

Participants were then divided into 10 teams, each tasked with developing a unique idea or concept using creativity-enhancement strategies introduced during the session. Adequate time was provided for brainstorming and execution. In addition to the group task, an aptitude test was conducted to assess each participant's logical reasoning and cognitive agility, laying the groundwork for further development in the following sessions.

The day concluded with team reflections and facilitator feedback, ensuring that participants were well-aligned and prepared for the hands-on sessions in the days to come.

Day 2: 20th July 2025

The second day of the Creative Studio workshop was fully devoted to practical task execution and mentoring support. All ten teams actively engaged in developing their creative outputs, making optimal use of the time allotted. The focus of the day was on implementation, team collaboration, and applying creativity through AI-integrated tools and ideas.

In the afternoon session, an Ethical Debate was conducted on the theme: “Artificial Intelligence in the Real World.” Each team was assigned a unique topic related to AI's societal impact. Participants showcased critical thinking, articulation, and ethical reasoning skills as they debated both benefits and challenges.

Following the debate, the short film prepared by the teams was reviewed by a panel comprising Mr. Krishnaraj S, Dr. Robin Mathew, and Dr. Mendus Jacob Sir. The panel provided detailed feedback, highlighted the strengths of the concept, and suggested areas for improvement. Additionally, they contributed new creative ideas to enhance the storytelling and visual impact of the video.

The panel also conducted a monitoring and feedback session for the other four ongoing tasks. Each team was given the opportunity to present their progress and raise queries. The mentors offered individual guidance, resolved doubts, and provided constructive suggestions to refine their creative solutions.

As a surprise task, teams were instructed to develop a brochure and a promotional video for the creative studio. This challenge aimed to test their time management, design, and marketing communication skills within a tight deadline. Teams embraced the challenge enthusiastically, demonstrating agility and creativity.

Day 3: 21st July 2025

The final day of the Creative Studio workshop began with a morning session where all teams were given time to complete their tasks and make final improvements. Participants worked on polishing their short films, brochures, promotional videos, and other tasks. 

In the afternoon, the final showcase session was held in front of a review panel that included Mr. Krishnaraj S, Dr. Mendus Jacob, and Mr. Satheesh Kumar Sir. Each team presented their final projects. The short film was screened and received special attention for its creativity and message. The reviewers gave appreciated of the effort. 

Other tasks were also reviewed each team had to interview three people about a common social issue and then perform a role play based on what they learned. This activity helped students improve their communication, understand real-life problems, and think ethically. The role plays were thoughtful and showed how students could connect creativity with real-world situations.

The program ended with final comments from the mentors, who praised the students for their hard work and creativity over the three days. They also reminded everyone about the importance of using technology responsibly and creatively. A digital platform was introduced where students could upload all their documents, videos, and final outputs. This will help keep a record of the projects and make it easy to share and showcase their work in the future.

Gate to Greatness Program

 Report: Gate to Greatness Program

Venue: Logos Hall 

Date: 2025 January 9 & 10

Time: 9:30 AM – 8:00 PM

           9:30 AM – 3:30PM  

Resource Person: Mr. Siju Thomas (MBA, ATP)

The "Gate to Greatness" program is a comprehensive initiative aimed at empowering individuals through life coaching and mentoring. The program is led by Siju Thomas, MBA, ATP, an International Life Coach and Mentor, under the banner of Wings to Win.

1. Core Themes:

• Power of Positivity: Strategies to cultivate a positive mindset.
• Goal Setting and Habit Formation: Techniques to set achievable goals and develop productive habits.
• Life Skills and Soft Skills: Focused development of essential interpersonal and professional skills.
• Public Speaking and Confidence Building: Enhancing communication skills and self-confidence.
• Relationship Management: Guidance on building and sustaining meaningful relationships.
• Resource Management: Effective utilization of personal and professional resources.

The sessions were highly interactive and designed to bring out the best in participants through a series of activities, discussions, and exercises.

Day 1: Discovering Ourselves

The first day began at 9:30 AM and continued until 8:00 PM. Mr. Siju Thomas emphasized self-discovery by encouraging participants to reflect on their talents, skills, achievements, and blessings. The session was conducted in an engaging and supportive atmosphere, with participants grouped together for various activities. These group tasks fostered teamwork, self-expression, and confidence building. The day concluded with a mentoring session that helped participants identify their potential and set goals for personal growth.

Day 2: Enhancing Communication

The second day, held from 9:30 AM to 3:30 PM, focused on public speaking and communication skills. Mr. Thomas conducted several exercises in English to help participants overcome stage fear and develop their speaking abilities. The highlight of the day was a skit performed by the participants in English, which allowed them to showcase their creativity and newly acquired communication skills. The program concluded with Mr. Thomas’ motivational words, leaving the participants inspired and determined to implement the lessons learned in their daily lives.

The "Gate to Greatness" program was a transformative experience that left a lasting impact on the participants, equipping them with the tools needed for personal and professional growth.

Green Horizons: Pathway to a Sustainable Future

 Venue: Magis Mini Auditorium

Date: 20 24 August 14

Time : 0 2:30 pm – 0 4:0 0pm

Resource Person: Dr. TV Muralivallabhan, Director, Marian Institute of Management & Centre for Sustainable Development

Outcome e: The PG Department of Computer Application, in collaboration with the Centre for Sustainable Development, organized an enlightening session titled "Green Horizons:

The event titled "Pathway to a Sustainable Future" took place on August 14, 2024, from 2:30 PM to 4:00 PM at the Magis Mini Auditorium, Marian College Kuttikkanam.

The session was led by Dr. TV Muralivallabhan, an esteemed Director at the Marian Institute of Management and Centre for Sustainable Development. Dr. Muralivallabhan delivered a thought-provoking lecture focusing on the critical issue of sustainability, highlighting the ever-present tug of war between limited resources and unlimited human wants.

Dr. Muralivallabhan's presentation was highly informative and accessible, ensuring that even complex concepts were conveyed in a manner that was easy to understand for all attendees. His insights into sustainable development and the challenges we face in balancing resource consumption with environmental preservation left a lasting impact on the audience.

In addition to the lecture, the program also included the inauguration of the "Eco Book Vision," a new initiative aimed at promoting environmental awareness and sustainable practices among the community. Overall, the "Green Horizons" program was a resounding success, providing valuable knowledge and inspiration for all who participated, reinforcing the importance of sustainable development in our modern world. .

PES(E-football) tournament winners

 

Transferring the cash prize reward of Rs. 1,000 to the first prize winner of the PES(E-football) tournament conducted by MCA 2023-25 batch.

PES tournament (E football)

PES tournament (E football) 

Venue Online

Dates: 01/11/2023 (Wednesday) onwards

Time: 6pm

Registration Deadline: 31/10/2023

Organized: I MCA (2022-25 Batch)

Link: https://forms.gle/AHZmWVHAsmcejd7J7

• Registration fee: Rs 30 /- each
• First prize: Rs 1,000/- 
• Second prize: Rs. 500/-
• Third prize: Rs. 300/-

 The matches will be in knockout form and will be in individual format.

 Opponents will be randomly selected by shuffling. One of them will be assigned to create the match room.

 Any delay in joining the match as per the declared time will cause termination from the match. There won't be any re-consideration.

Any issues due to the device or internet connectivity are not our matter of concern, kindly take care of it by yourselves. 

The decisions of the coordinators will be final.

 Game Guidelines: 

✨ The match has a strict time limit of 10 minutes, with no additional time allowed. 

✨In case of a tie after the 10-minute mark, a penalty shootout will determine the winner.

✨The final rounds will have a time limit of 15 mins and extra time will be available.

✨The total Collective strength of the teams should not exceed 3,000.

✨Online ranking is not a mandatory consideration for this match.

Our proud sponsors: 

• Doha beauty clinic and bridal makeup studio. 
• Branches: Thodupuzha, Vazhakulam, Muvattupuzha 
• Contact no: 9656444171 

                     

Coordinators : 

• Ashish Thomas : 8301953746
• Bimal Babu : 790760237

Winners :