St. Joseph's College

Bird Census 2025 A Step Towards Avian Conservation

On March 8, 2025, the District Forest Department, Cuddalore, conducted a comprehensive Bird Census in the ecologically significant regions of Marudhaadu and Devanampattinam. In a collaborative effort to document avian biodiversity, volunteers from the Enviro Club of St. Joseph’s Arts and Science College (SJC) actively participated in the census under the guidance of **Dr. T. Ganesh Kumar, Assistant Professor, Department of Zoology, SJC.

COLLEGE DAY & WOMEN'S DAY CELEBRATIONS

The Secretary, Principal, Faculty, and Staff of St. Joseph’s College of Arts Science cordially invite all faculty members, non-teaching staff, and students to the College Day Celebration. Date: Friday, 07th March 2025 (Shift-I) Saturday, 08th March 2025 (Shift-II) Time: 04:30 PM Venue: Venmani Square We are honored to welcome distinguished guests: Shift-I: Kavingar M. Murugesh, Senior Sub-Editor, The Hindu Tamil Thisai, as the Chief Guest. Shift-II: Most Rev. Dr. Arulselvam Rayappan, Bishop of Salem, as the Chief Guest, and Dr. A. Vennila, Poet, Writer, and Assistant Editor, Tamil Nadu Government Archives, as the Guest of Honour for the International Women's Day Celebration. Let us come together to celebrate the achievements of our students, recognize excellence, and honor their contributions. Your presence will add to the joy of this occasion, and we look forward to celebrating this special day with you. Rev. Fr. Dr. M. SWAMINATHAN Secretary St. Joseph’s College of Arts & Science

National Workshop on Climate Change

We are pleased to announce that the Tamil Nadu Climate Change Mission (TNCCM), Department of Environment and Climate Change, Government of Tamil Nadu, has accepted the proposal submitted by Dr. P. Thenmozhi, Head of the Department of Zoology, and Dr. T. Ganesh Kumar, Assistant Professor & Coordinator of the Enviro Club, St. Joseph’s College of Arts and Science , Cuddalore. As part of this initiative, TNCCM has also sanctioned a grant of 1,00,000 to support the successful organization of a National Workshop on Climate Change and Environmental Sustainability. This workshop aims to bring together researchers, academicians, environmentalists, and students to discuss the pressing issue of climate change, its impact on biodiversity, and sustainable environmental practices. Further details regarding registration, agenda, and speakers will be shared soon.

National Science Day 2025

On February 28, 2025, the Department of Physics organized National Science Day program with great enthusiasm. The event featured an inspiring talk on "Empowering Young Science Minds", delivered by Dr. K. Carthigayan, Assistant Professor at Women's Engineering College, Pondicherry. As part of the event, postgraduate students showcased their knowledge by delivering insightful presentations on recent trends in physics. Their discussions covered cutting-edge advancements, fostering curiosity and enthusiasm among the attendees. Additionally, all undergraduate students actively participated in a quiz competition, which tested their scientific knowledge and encouraged a spirit of learning and teamwork. The engaging activities ensured that students were deeply involved throughout the event. The faculty members meticulously organized and coordinated the program, ensuring its success. The event proved to be an enriching experience for all students, inspiring them to pursue scientific inquiry with renewed vigor

Short Term Course on Employment Enhancement

The Career Guidance and Placement Cell organized a short term course on Employment Enhancement partnering with Reliance Foundation for all final year UG students on 27.01.2025.

Industrial Visit

The Department of Business Administration organized a one-day Industrial visit to Neyveli Lignite Corporation on 28.01.2025. Sixty-four students from I Year BBA participated in the industrial visit. Dr. A Antoniammal and Dr. M. Om Prakash, Assistant Professors from the BBA department coordinated the visit.

Silver Medal Triumph at the 10th Asia Pacific Deaf Games

M. Karthik, a second-year postgraduate student from the Department of Mathematics at our college, represented the Indian team in the 10th Asia Pacific Deaf Games held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, from December 1 to 8. He participated in the 110m and 400m hurdles. In this competition, he secured second place in the 110m hurdles, winning a silver medal and bringing pride to our nation, state, and district. We extend our heartfelt congratulations on behalf of our college to this remarkable achiever.

Youth parliament programme orientation

The National Youth Parliament Club held an Orientation Programme on September 26, 2024, in Paul Rajkumar Hall with Dr. S. Anu, IAS, Municipal Corporation Commissioner, as Chief Guest. Addressing 120 eager students, she shared her journey, offered tips for competitive exams, and stressed on articulate expression and active listening.

Industrial Visit

III Year students of BA English Programme (Shift - I), English Department, visited Sadhana Forest (NGO), located in Villupuram, Tamil Nadu, an international reforestation and sustainable living community. The organization's mission is to bring life to degraded land and educate people on the importance of sustainable, eco-friendly living practices.

Success in the CM Trophy

214 students of our college won prizes in various sports and games in the Chief Minister Trophy District Level Tournaments held at Anna Stadium Cuddalore from 17/09/24 to 19/09/24. They won a total prize amount of Rs. 3 lakhs. 250 students participated in the competitions. 67 students are selected for the state level Chief Minister; Trophy Tournament.

CSIR- NET Training

PG and Research Department of Physics organized CSIR-NET training program for PG Physics students on 10.08.2024 Saturday. Dr. Joseph Prabhakar from Central Polytechnic College, Chennai was the resource person. 30 students participated and beneftted. A series of lectures are planned in the coming months

Capacity Development Program

On 02-08-2024, the department of commerce (Bank Management) inaugrated the Joe Banco association with Capacity development programs titled " Entrepreneurial mindset: Turning ideas into Opportunities " for shift- 1 students and Stay relevant: Upskilling and reskilling for future Entrepreneurs " for shift-2 students. Dr. A. Premkumar, Senior Lecturer, University of Technology and Applied Science, Sultanate of Oman, was the resource person.

Josecom Association Inauguration

The function was presided over by Rev.Fr.Dr.M.Swaminathan ,Secretary of the college. The Chief Guest was Mr. .R. Paranitharan, Chief Manager (Deposit and Value Added Services), Regional Business Office, SBI, Puducherry. Dr.I.Savarimuthu , Associate Professor & Head, Staff Secretaries of both shifts, Office Bearers of Josecom Association and 1st Year UG Students participated in the event.

Faculty Award

Dr. A.Johnbosco, Assistant Professor of Tamil was adjudged as " Aaivu Pani Semmal" for his Research submission on Vallalarin Puratchi Sindhanaigal in an International Conference in the Second Annual Ceremony organized by All India Tamil Writers Association, Kanyakumari District Thiruvarul Association, Nagercoil World Tamil Poets Association and World Tamil Poets Association at Agatheeswaram, Kanniyakumari.