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St. Joseph College of Communication (SJCC) is set to roll out the red carpet tomorrow, September 16, 2026, for the fourth edition of the SJCC International Film Festival. Running through September 18 at the SJCC Media Village campus, the three-day celebration brings together a diverse lineup of student cinema, competitive short films, and feature-length masterclasses led by prominent Indian filmmakers. Day 1 Spotlight: September 16 The festival kicks off bright and early at 8:45 AM with a special opening screening of Balan: The Boy, directed by Chidambaram S. Poduval, followed by an interactive Open Forum with the director moderated by Dr. Aju K Narayanan. Following the official inauguration at noon, the afternoon shifts into competitive screenings, featuring works such as Piyush Thakur’s The First Film and Lekshmi Mohan’s Half of…

Catholic Students Movement to Inaugurate Activities for Academic Year 2026–27 The Catholic Students Movement (CSM) is set to inaugurate its activities for the academic year 2026–2027 at a special programme to be held at St. Berchmans College. The inauguration programme is scheduled for 4 August 2026 at 10:30 a.m. at the Archbishop Kavukattu Hall, St. Berchmans College. His Eminence Cardinal George Alencherry will be the Chief Guest at the event. The programme is expected to mark the beginning of a new academic year of activities for the Catholic Students Movement, with a focus on strengthening student participation, leadership and faith-based initiatives. The event is being organized by the Catholic Students Movement (CSM) in association with the student community of St. Berchmans College. The inauguration marks an important occasion for CSM…

Assumption College (Autonomous), Changanassery, organized SOPANAM – 2026, the official inauguration program for its incoming First Year Undergraduate Honours and Postgraduate batches, on Wednesday, 1 July 2026, at 9:30 AM in the college Indoor Court. Carrying the guiding motto, "Begin informed. Stay supported. Grow with confidence.," the event marked a new beginning and a journey toward discovery, excellence, and purpose for the new students. The occasion was graced by Chief Guest Dr. Divya C. Senan, Director of the Centre for Learning Engineering & Sustainability Education (LEnSE) at the University of Kerala, Thiruvananthapuram, who inaugurated the academic session and shared valuable insights to inspire the incoming cohort as they embark on their higher education journey.

On the occasion of International Micro, Small, and Medium-Sized Enterprises (MSME) Day on 27th June 2026, St Berchmans Institute of Management Studies (BIMS), St Berchmans College (Autonomous), Changanacherry, launched the Berchmans Industry Immersion Program (BIIP) for its MBA 32nd Batch. Designed to bridge the gap between classroom theory and real-world execution, this initiative offers students hands-on, practical learning experiences by connecting them directly with the MSME business ecosystem. Through industry exposure and practical engagements, the program aims to strengthen industry connectivity, foster managerial skills, and highlight the vital impact of small and medium enterprises on broader economic growth.

St Berchmans Institute of Management Studies (BIMS), St Berchmans College (Autonomous), Changanacherry, organized an insightful guest talk titled "Learning from Experience, Building Excellence" on 10th July 2026 at 10:00 AM in the MBA Seminar Hall. The session featured SR Nair—a distinguished entrepreneur, visiting professor at IIM-K and CUSAT, author, and mentor—as the keynote speaker. Anchored around the theme "Insights. Inspiration. Impact.," the event provided students with practical wisdom, real-world entrepreneurial guidance, and actionable strategies to bridge academic concepts with industry excellence.

The National Service Scheme (NSS) Unit of Assumption College, Changanacherry, in association with Believer's Church Medical College, Thiruvalla, organized a Blood Donation Camp on 10 June 2026 at Powathil Hall from 10:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. The programme was conducted with the objective of promoting the spirit of social responsibility and creating awareness about the importance of voluntary blood donation among students and staff. The camp witnessed enthusiastic participation from students, faculty members, and non-teaching staff, who came forward to donate blood for a noble cause. A team of medical professionals from Believer's Church Medical College ensured the smooth and safe conduct of the donation process by carrying out necessary health screenings and providing proper medical assistance. The programme highlighted the message, "One drop of blood, a new life," emphasizing…

The Department of Chemistry, in association with the UBA and Bhoomithrasena Club of Assumption College, Changanacherry, organized the World Environment Day celebration on 5 June 2026 at Powathil Hall. The programme was conducted with the theme "Inspired by Nature, For Climate, For Our Future." The event aimed to create awareness among students about environmental conservation and sustainable living. Dr. Usha K. Aravind, Professor, School of Environmental Studies, CUSAT, graced the occasion as the Chief Guest. In her address, she highlighted the importance of protecting the environment and encouraged students to adopt eco-friendly practices in their daily lives. The programme emphasized the significance of sustainable development and climate action, aligning with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. The event was attended by faculty members and students, making it a meaningful and…

Assumption College Autonomous, Changanacherry, successfully conducted its grand Graduation Ceremony for the year 2026. As a premier institution accredited with an A+ grade by NAAC and affiliated with Mahatma Gandhi University in Kottayam, Kerala, the college organized this memorable event to celebrate and honor its graduating class. The ceremony took place earlier this month on Monday, June 15th, commencing at 10:30 am. Reflecting the dignity of the academic milestone, the event was hosted in the college's spacious Indoor Auditorium on the main campus in Changanacherry. The prestigious occasion was graced by an array of distinguished guests and prominent state leaders. Delivering the keynote presence as the Guest of Honour was Shri. Roji M. John, the Honorable Minister of Higher Education. Joining him to bless and preside over the academic celebration…