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World Environment Day Celebration and Talk

Eco-Club, NSS and YRC organized the celebration of "World Environment day”. A formal function was arranged at 11 am. Dr H Lakshmikantha Regional officer, Kaataka State Pollution Control Board, Udupi was the chief guest for the program. The Director and the principal addressed the students and highlighted the need for environmental protection. The measures taken by the management to ensure a green campus were put forth. Faculty members Mr Ajithanjaya Kumar M.K, Ms Reena Rodrigues and Mr Vinoothan Kaliveer coordinated the program. Around 150 students were present for the program. The key points of the talk by Dr H Lakshmikantha were the importance of topsoil and the role of water in the whole ecological system. He emphasized the need to reduce the use of chemically active waste. Consumption of food should be related to the intensity of the work done was one thing that was interesting to the students. The talk promoted the recycling of waste. At last, a few tips which can be practiced in daily life were shared to save Mother Nature. 

 

SJEC & SSWRN distribute Food Kits to Street Vendors

As part of COVID-19 relief activities, St Joseph Engineering College (SJEC) distributed 10 Kg of Rice and School of Social Work Roshni Nilaya (SSWRN) gave away Groceries to 140 registered street vendors of Mangaluru on 15 May 2020 at School of Social Work Roshni Nilaya, Mangaluru. The event was facilitated by the Centre for Development Studies and Education (CEDSE).

The members of the management of SJEC and SSWRN were present along with the representatives from CEDSE and the Office Bearers of Street Vendors Association during this meaningful event which not only highlighted the valuable contribution of street vendors but also upheld their dignity as human persons. 

 

Annual NSS Special Camp of SJEC Inaugurated

St Joseph Engineering College (SJEC), Mangaluru, is conducting its Annual NSS Special Camp at Govt Higher Primary School, Puttige, Moodbidri from 20-26 January 2020, which was inaugurated Mr Umanatha Kotian, MLA of Moodbidri Constituency.

In his inaugural address, he said that participants should utilize the opportunity of attending the camp by leaing from the surrounding environment. He went onto say that the experience they receive from the camp will help them to lead their life successfully. He mentioned that student days are the most important days in life and inculcating the skills of working hard will surely lead to success in life.

Sri Adigal Anantha Krishna Bhat, Priest at Shree Somanatheshwara Temple, Puttige showered blessings on the gathering by praying for the success of the camp.

Mr K P Sucharitha Shetty, Jilla Panchayat Member of Dakshina Kannada district was the Chief Guest at the inaugural. He said that the present young generation is the future force of the country. He called upon the students to identify local problems and help the local community by providing technical solutions.

Dr Rio D’Souza, Principal of SJEC, while congratulating the students for participating in the camp, said that along with offering service during the camp, the participants also must also lea from their experiences.

Rev. Fr Rohith D’Costa, Assistant Director of SJEC, in his presidential address said that students should follow the principles of being human before anything else. While wishing for the success of the camp, he thanked the authorities for giving the opportunity to organize the camp in the school.

Rev. Fr Alwyn Richard D’Souza, Assistant Director of SJEC, Mr Rakesh Lobo, HR Manager of SJEC, Mr Rajesh K, Coordinator of NSS Unit at SJEC and Mr Ajithanjaya Kumar MK, Chairperson of the Community Group at SJEC were also present on the occasion.

The six-day camp is being organized by SJEC with able support from the team comprising of faculty members and students of the college.

 

Swachatha Abhiyan in Navoor Village, Bantwal Taluk

To mark 150th birthday celebration of Mahathma Gandhi,   NSS Unit and Community Engagement Group of SJEC conducted Swachatha Abhiyan in the villages of Navoor Grama Panchayat.  Navoor Grama Panchayath is one of the adopted village by the Institution for Community services.

47 students of NSS unit along with 7 faculty members participated in the program.  Grama Panchayath of Navoor village extended their full cooperation in conducting this program. On this occasion, a special meeting was organized by the Grama Panchayath, in this meeting Mr Ajithanjaya Kumar detailed about the plans and actions of the community services planned to take up in the village. PDO of Grama Panchayat along with President and members of Grama Panchayat thanked the institution for conducting Swachatha Abhiyan in their village.

 

Planting of Saplings at SJEC

Program started with NSS anthem sung by NSS Volunteers followed by welcoming the gathering by Ms Aniceta, Student Coordinator of NSS unit.

Rev.  Fr Wilfred Prakash D’Souza, Director, Rev. Fr Alwyn D’Souza –Asst Director, Dr Rio D’Souza- Principal, Mr Rakesh Lobo- HR Manager, Mr Ajithanjaya Kumar, Chair Person Sports and Community Group, Mr Rajesh K – Faculty Coordinator NSS, faculty members and Student Volunteers present.

Rev Fr Wilfred Prakash D’Souza inaugurated the program by planting a sandal plant. He said that not only planting a sapling but taking care of the planted saplings is also the responsibility of the student volunteers.

Dr Rio D’Souza talked about the importance of planting of saplings and this should be done by students even after joining to jobs.

Ms Aniceta proposed the vote of thanks.

 

Lions International Launches Go Green Initiative at SJEC

On the occasion of the installation ceremony of the district cabinet of Lions Inteational, a Go Green event was organized at St Joseph Engineering College (SJEC), Mangaluru, on 3rd August 2019. This event was jointly hosted by Community Engagement Group, Eco Club and NSS wing of SJEC.

The event was witnessed by several eminent personalities from Lions Club which included Lion Ronald Gomes-District Goveor of Lions Inteational, Lion HT Seetharam, Lion Madhava Ullal, Lion Prashanth Pai among others. The event was also attended by Rev. Fr Wilfred Prakash D’Souza-Director of SJEC, Rev. Fr Rohith D’Costa-Assistant Director of SJEC, Rev. Fr Alwyn Richard D’Souza-Assistant Director of SJEC, Dr Rio D’Souza-Principal of SJEC along with staff and students of the college.

During the event, Lions Inteational handed over plant saplings to the authorities of SJEC as a symbolic gesture of launching their Go Green initiative.

Lion Ronald Gomes stressed the importance of trees to maintain a clean ecosystem and thanked the management of SJEC for supporting Lions Inteational in their venture. Dr Rio D’Souza said that the college is proud that the Go Green event is taking place at the campus and urged all students to contribute in keeping the environment in good health.  

Post a brief gathering, all the dignitaries came together in planting the saplings on the college campus.   

 

SJEC comes together to support Human Chain mission of SVEEP

The Systematic Voters' Education and Electoral Participation (SVEEP) Division of DK district organized an electoral awareness Human Chain from Talapady beach to Sasihitlu beach on 7th April 2019. Student members of Electoral Literacy Club (ELC), AICUF, NSS and many students from St Joseph Engineering College (SJEC), Mangaluru, participated in this event.

Mr Sudheer, Panchayath Development Officer (PDO) of Neermarga, was assigned the responsibility of leading SJEC students in Chitrapura-Hosabettu cross beach which was the location assigned to SJEC by SVEEP Division. The programme began with Mr Sudheer addressing the students on importance of voting in the democracy. He insisted the students to bring awareness about voting among the common people in their native places and surroundings.  He also led the students to take voters pledge. Around 200 students participated in the event as SJEC showed its solidarity in supporting the efforts of district administration in spreading the electoral awareness. Dr Rio D’Souza, Principal of SJEC, Dr Sudheer M, Dean- Student Welfare of SJEC, Dr Prakash Pinto, Dr Vincent Crasta, Dr Ramananda HS, Mr Sathyenda Bhat and Mr Vinoothan Kaliveer from SJEC were present and participated in the event. 

 

NSS Special Camp at St Sebastian Higher Primary School, Hosabettu, Moodbidri

The NSS Special Camp of St Joseph Engineering College, Vamanjoor, Mangaluru was held from 19th January to 25th January 2019 in the premises of St Sebastian Higher Primary School, Hosabettu, Moodbidri. The Inauguration ceremony was held on 19th January 2019. The camp was inaugurated by Mrs Rita Cutinha, Member of Taluk Panchayath and President of the Standing committee, Mangaluru Taluk Panchayath, by lighting the lamp. She assured wholehearted co-operation for the success of the camp. Rev Fr. Santosh Rodrigues, Parish Priest of Holy Cross Church, Hosabettu, Moodbidri, graced the occasion. The program was presided by Rev Fr Rohith D’costa, Assistant director, St. Joseph Engineering College, Vamanjoor, Mangaluru. Mrs Precilla Pinto, Headmistress, St Sebastian Higher Primary School, Hosabettu, Mr Basil Colaco, Vice President, Holy Cross Church Committee, Hosabettu, Mr Manohar Cuntinha, Secretary, Holy Cross Church Committee, Hosabettu, Sr. Laveena, Superior, BSDP Sisters Congregation, Dr Sudheer M, Principal in charge, St Joseph Engineering College, Vamanjoor, Mangaluru were the guests of honor. There were a total of 52 participants along with staff members. The programme began with invoking god’s blessings. Mr Rajesh K, NSS programme officer welcomed the gathering. Rev Fr Santosh Rodrigues in his speech stressed about the importance of social service and congratulated the students for attending the camp. Rev Fr. Rohith D’costa, in his speech motivated the students to actively participate in the camp. Dr Sudheer M, Principal in charge-SJEC, briefed the students about the role of NSS in nation building and inspired the students to actively involve themselves in social service. Ms Nidhishree proposed the vote of thanks. Ms Nandini compered the programme.

 

Shramadhan was conducted during the special camp. Volunteers had cleaned the bushes on either side of the main road, near to the school entrance. They also cleaned the premises of the church. As part of the Shramadhan activity, the soil was dug for rain water harvesting and recharge pits were created in the church premises. During the Special camp, yoga sessions were held for half an hour. Flag hoisting ceremony was organized every day in the moing. In the afteoon there were lecture series arranged for the students. Snake Kiran shared his knowledge about snakes and enlightened the students about the importance of snakes. Mr Ronald D’souza, Aquatic Bio systems Mangaluru shared his experience about fisheries. Students also had a visit to few of the famous places in Karkala, namely St Lawrence Church, Attur, Koti Chennaya theme park and Gomateshwara temple Karkala. Students also visited Hosabettu village and interacted with the villagers. At the end of each day, games and cultural programs were conducted by the students. All the participants of the camp came forward to showcase their talents. Valedictory programme was held on 24th January 2019. Dr Rio D’Souza, Principal SJEC appreciated the students for being part of the special camp and suggested to come up with similar programmes in the future. Rev Fr Wilfred Prakash D’Souza, Director SJEC appreciated the students for attending the camp even though they had holidays. Rev Fr. Santosh Rodrigues, Parish Priest of Holy Cross Church, Hosabettu, Moodbidri appreciated the students for their discipline and dedication during the special camp. Dr Joseph Gonsalvis, Chief of R&D SJEC was the guest of honor. Mr Ananth Kamath welcomed the gathering. Mr Rajesh K proposed the vote of thanks. Ms Nandini compered the programme.

 

NSS: Communal Harmony Campaign Week

As part of the Communal Harmony Campaign Week from 19th to 25th November 2018, flag stickers were distributed and voluntary donations were collected through the NSS volunteers of our college. A sum of Rs 4605/- was collected. A cheque of Rs 4605/- with number 092253 dated 10/12/2018 was issued for the same.

 

NSS & PED: Swachata Abhiyan

NSS SJEC unit & Department of Physical Education had organized a cleanliness drive on 17th November 2018 from 8:00 am till 11:30 am. The formal programme was held outside the college main gate. Apeksha & Ankitha Rai delivered the NSS prayer song. The inaugural program was addressed by Dr.Rio D'Souza, Principal SJEC. In his speech he stressed about the importance of cleanliness. He inspired the students to actively involve in the Swachata Abhiyan. He also appreciated the NSS prayer song. He congratulated the students for taking part in the programme. Loshika compered the programme. More than 60 volunteers representing NSS, YRC & Department of Physical Education participated in the cleanliness drive. The cleaning was done from Mangalajyothi till the Church complex. Bushes and grass near to the college entrance were cut by the volunteers. College had provided one grass cutter with operator and two workers to help the volunteers. Further, a tipper and all the necessary requirements to clean the surroundings were provided by the college. All the volunteers actively participated in the cleanliness drive. Drinking water facility was provided during the activity. All were provided with refreshments. Sneha Bazar sponsored cold drinks to the students.NSS coordinator Mr. Rajesh K and Ms Divya Pai, Ms Vaneesha V Rodrigues, Assistant Physical Education Director and Ms Prajwal D’Souza, Mr Clavian Miranda guided the volunteers. 

 

NSS: Talk on healthy diet by Dr Sanjana Shenoy

A talk on healthy diet by Dr Sanjana Shenoy, HOD of the Department of Food, Nutrition and Dietetics at Besant Women’s College, Mangaluru was organized by NSS UNIT of SJEC on 22/10/2018 in Spoorthi Hall at 3:00PM in ACADAMIC BLOCK 3.The student coordinator Mr.Chethan welcomed the resource person.Dr Sanjana Shenoy started with the presentation which was lively and interactive.  She said that diet and health go hand in hand. She spoke about basic components of healthy lifestyle diet, healthy eating habits, common problems arising out of a flawed diet. She said that the eating habits of most Indians were the one practiced by our forefathers and they were quite healthy unlike today’s generation. Her motto is to “Eat Healthy and Stay Fit”. About 200 students attended this programme. The programme was coordinated by NSS coordinators, Mr Rajesh K and Mrs Divya K.Pai. 

 

NSS: Milan 2018

As part of Milan 2018 Cultural programme, food and games stalls were arranged by NSS Unit of the college. Around 20 students were actively involved in arranging the stalls. 

 

NSS: Planting Of Saplings at SJEC Campus

The activity of Planting of saplings, undertaken by NSS volunteers of St Joseph Engineering College Vamanjoor, was held on 7th September 2018. It was a memorable evening as fun blended with a cause of protecting nature. The venue for planting the saplings was near girls hostel SJEC.

The event started at 4pm with a NSS prayer by Ms Ankitha and Ms Apeksha.    Following this was inspiring words about protecting nature by, Dr Rio D’ Souza, Principal SJEC. Rev Fr Wilfred Prakash D’Souza, Director of SJEC also appreciated the initiative taken and encouraged to have more activities and camps by NSS. Assistant Director Rev Fr Rohith D’Costa was also present and appreciated the work.

Different kinds of plants like banana and mango were brought in prior. Many pits where dug to plant these saplings with the help of housekeeping staffs. The activity was inaugurated by the management by planting a sapling, adding manure and watering it. After the inauguration, a vote of thanks was given by Nidhishree B of 4th year E&C. After the formal function, the NSS volunteers planted saplings, added manure and watered them. Students enjoyed the activity and understood the importance and happiness they get in planting saplings. The event ended at around 5.00 pm. At the end, refreshment was given for everyone present.

The master of ceremony for the evening was Ankitha Shetty of 4th year E&C. The arrangements needed for the activity was done by the house keeping staff of SJEC. NSS Coordinator Rajesh K, President Chetan Ramesh of 4th year Mechanical and the treasurer Dheeraj Hegde of 4th year Civil took initiatives to coordinate the entire event.

 

NSS & AICUF: Drive to collect cash and materials for the victims of floods in Kodagu district and Kerala state

NSS and AICUF conducted drives to collect cash and materials for the victims of floods in Kodagu district and Kerala state on 20th and 21st August 2018.The amounts and materials collected have been disbursed as shown below.

Cash Collected: Rs 1, 05,600/- has been handed over to the Diocese of Mangalore flood relief fund on 25th August 2018.

Cheque: A Cheque of Rs 5000/-has been handed over to the Diocese of Mangalore flood relief fund on 25th August 2018.

Materials collected have been handed over to the D.K District Administration on 22nd August 2018.

 

NSS & YRC: Fund Raiser Campaigns

The NSS and YRC (Youth Red Cross) wing of SJEC-Mangaluru had organized a fund raising campaign to provide financial assistance to help Mr Abhishek Prasanna, S/O Late Mr Gurudatt and Mrs Jayanthi, aged 15 and pursuing his education at NMPT - Panambur. Abhishek was diagnosed with AML (Acute Myeloid Leukemia-Blood Cancer). A total sum of Rs 1,38,650 /- has been raised from the College. Rev. Fr Joseph J. Lobo, Director - SJEC handed over the cheque to Mrs Jayanthi on 12th April, 2017. Dr Joseph Gonsalvis – Principal-SJEC, Rev. Fr Rohith D’Costa, Assistant Director-SJEC, Dr Rio D’Souza, Vice Principal-SJEC, and Mr Godfrey E. Pinto, HR Manager – SJEC, along with all the NSS & YRC volunteers were present on the occasion. SJEC prays for the speedy recovery of Abhishek. 

On the same day, an amount of Rs 10,000/- was handed over to Mr Shekar from Nitte, as financial support for his physically challenged children, Prajwal and Pratheeksha. The amount was raised as proceedings from the Food and Games Stalls that were installed by NSS and YRC during the SJEC Annual Athletic Meet Go-For-Gold 2017 on 16 February 2017. 

SJEC prays for the welfare of Prajwal and Pratheeksha.

Mr Prasad S.M., NSS and YRC Coordinator of SJEC, was present on the occasion. SJEC truly appreciates his efforts in carrying out these outreach activities. 

 

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