SMS College Alumni Association : Annual General Body Meeting

SMS College Alumni Association : Annual General Body Meeting

*Brahmavar, August 25, 2024*

The Alumni Association of St. Mary’s Syrian College, Brahmavar, organised its Annual General Body Meeting (AGM) today at the college's Mini Auditorium. The event saw an enthusiastic gathering of alumni from various batches, all united in the spirit of reconnecting, rejuvenating, and rebuilding the legacy of their alma mater.

The meeting commenced at 10:00 a.m. with a warm welcome and introductory remarks by the Principal, Dr. Robert Rodrigues. He underscored the impact alumni can have on the continued success of the institution. The agenda included the presentation of the Annual Audited Statement of Accounts for the financial year 2023-24 by the Treasurer, Mr. Albert Roney D'Silva.

One of the key moments of the AGM was the election of new office bearers for the term 2024-2025. The newly elected office bearers include:

- President: Dr. Sakaram Somayaji

- Vice Presidents: Mr. Udayakumar Shetty & Mrs. Sujatha Andrade

- Secretary: Mr. Sachin Poojary

- Joint Secretaries: Mrs. Gayathri & Mr. Naveen Banz

- Treasurer: Mr. Joseph Suaris

The association also appointed CA Padmanabhan Kanchan as the auditor for the financial year 2024-25, reinforcing their commitment to transparency and financial accountability. An alumni get-together followed, providing attendees with the opportunity to reconnect, network, and share their experiences.Alumni Coordinator Mrs. Tweeny Maria Rodrigues emphasized the importance of alumni unity in shaping the future of the college.

The AGM concluded with brief speeches from the newly elected President, Dr. Sakaram Somayaji, who highlighted the crucial role alumni play in supporting the institution’s growth and sustaining its legacy. The event concluded with a vote of thanks by Mr. Bharath Raj S. Nejar, expressing gratitude to all participants and organisers. The master of ceremonies for the program were Mr. Prashanth Shetty and Mr. Bharath Raj S. Nejar, who ensured the smooth flow of the event. 

Saint Mary's Syrian College, Brahmavar Hosts Investor Awareness Faculty Development Programme

 Saint Mary's Syrian College, Brahmavar Hosts Investor Awareness Faculty Development Programme

Brahmavar, August 22, 2024: Saint Mary's Syrian College, Brahmavar, organized a Faculty Development Programme on Investor Awareness. The event was held under the initiative of the Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC).

The programme, organized in association with FinEdu Connect, aimed to equip the faculty with essential knowledge about investments and financial risk management. Kalthur Mohan Rao, a retired General Manager of the Risk Management Department, was the resource person for the event. With his vast experience in the field, he provided valuable insights into the importance of being aware of investment opportunities and strategies.

The programme began at 3:30 PM at the college's Mini-Auditorium and was well-attended by the faculty. The initiative reflects the college's commitment to fostering financial literacy and professional development among its educators.

The event concluded on a positive note, with attendees expressing their appreciation for the knowledge imparted by Mr. Rao. All participants were cordially welcomed to the event, and the atmosphere was one of learning and engagement. 

Saint Mary's Syrian College continues to uphold its tradition of excellence by organizing such informative sessions for the academic community.

SMS College Organizes Anti-Drug Awareness Programme

SMS College Organizes Anti-Drug Awareness Programme

Brahmavar, August 20, 2024

SMS College, Brahmavar,  hosted an Anti-Drug Awareness Programme on August 20, 2024. The event was organized by the Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) of the college as part of the "Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan," an initiative by the Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment, Government of India.

The programme, held at the SMS College Main Auditorium, commenced at 10:30 AM. The keynote speaker, Mr. Madhu B E, Sub Inspector at the Brahmavar Police Station, emphasized the detrimental effects of drug abuse and the importance of making communities drug-free.

The event witnessed the presence of  dignitaries, including Principal Dr. Robert Rodriguez, OSCES President Rev. Fr. M.C. Mathai, and College Section Secretary Alvaris D'Silva. Teaching and non-teaching staff, along with a large number of students, also attended the programme, showing their support for the cause.

The programme aimed to raise awareness among students and the public regarding the dangers of drug use and the importance of a drug-free society. It received positive responses from participants, contributing to the nationwide campaign against substance abuse.

This awareness programme is one of the many initiatives that SMS College undertakes to promote social responsibility and healthy living among its students and the broader community.

Saint Mary's Syrian College, Brahamavar Welcomes New Principal

Saint Mary's Syrian College, Brahamavar Welcomes New Principal 

Brahamavar, August 14, 2024:

 Saint Mary's Syrian College, Brahamavar, proudly announces the appointment of Dr. Robert Rodrigues as the new Principal. Dr. Rodrigues, a distinguished academician with a long-standing career in education, brings a wealth of experience and a visionary outlook to the college. He has previously served in various academic leadership roles and is well-known for his commitment to academic excellence and student development.

On the same occasion, the college also welcomed Mr. Prasanna Shetty as the new Vice Principal. 

The college community is enthusiastic about this new leadership and looks forward to the positive changes they will bring to enhance the academic and co-curricular environment at Saint Mary's Syrian College. The management, staff, and students extend their heartfelt congratulations to Dr. Robert Rodrigues and Mr. Prasanna Shetty as they take on their new roles.

ಎಸ್. ಎಂ. ಎಸ್. ಕಾಲೇಜು : ರಾಷ್ಟ್ರೀಯ ಗ್ರಂಥಪಾಲಕರ ದಿನಾಚರಣೆ

 ಎಸ್. ಎಂ. ಎಸ್. ಕಾಲೇಜು : ರಾಷ್ಟ್ರೀಯ    ಗ್ರಂಥಪಾಲಕರ ದಿನಾಚರಣೆ

ಬ್ರಹ್ಮಾವರ: ಗ್ರಂಥಾಲಯ ವಿಜ್ಞಾನದ ಪಿತಾಮಹ ಡಾ. ಎಸ್ ಆರ್ ರಂಗನಾಥನ್‌ರವರ ಜನ್ಮದಿನದ ಪ್ರಯುಕ್ತ ಇಲ್ಲಿನ ಎಸ್.ಎಂ.ಎಸ್. ಕಾಲೇಜಿನಲ್ಲಿ  ದಿನಾಂಕ ೧೨-೦೮-೨೦೨೪ ರಂದು ರಾಷ್ಟ್ರೀಯ  ಗ್ರಂಥಪಾಲಕರ ದಿನಾಚರಣೆಯನ್ನು ಆಚರಿಸಲಾಯಿತು. ಪ್ರಾಂಶುಪಾಲರಾದ ಡಾ. ಮಂಜುನಾಥ ಉಡುಪರವರು ರಂಗನಾಥನ್‌ರವರ ಛಾಯಚಿತ್ರಕ್ಕೆ ಪುಷ್ಪವನ್ನು ಅರ್ಪಿಸುವ ಮೂಲಕ ಕಾರ್ಯಕ್ರಮವನ್ನು ಉದ್ಘಾಟಿಸಿದರು. ಕಛೇರಿ ಅಧೀಕ್ಷಕಿ ಶ್ರೀಮತಿ ಸೆಲಿನ್ ಬಾಂಜ್, ಬೋಧಕ, ಬೋಧಕೇತರ ವರ್ಗ ಹಾಗೂ ವಿದ್ಯಾರ್ಥಿಗಳು ಕಾರ್ಯಕ್ರಮದಲ್ಲಿ ಉಪಸ್ಥಿತರಿದ್ದರು. ಗ್ರಂಥಪಾಲಕಿ ಶ್ರೀಮತಿ ಸುರೇಖಾ, ಗ್ರಂಥಾಲಯ ಸಹಾಯಕರಾದ ಶ್ರೀ ಸತೀಶ ಹಾಗೂ ದ್ವಿತೀಯ  ದರ್ಜೆ ಸಹಾಯಕಿ ಶ್ರೀಮತಿ ಪ್ರಮೀಳ ಡಿಸಿಲ್ವ ಕಾರ್ಯಕ್ರಮವನ್ನು ಆಯೋಜಿಸಿದ್ದರು.

SMS ಬ್ಯಾಡ್ಮಿಂಟನ್ ಫ್ರೆಂಡ್ಸ್ ಇವರಿಂದ ಸೈಂಟ್ ಮೇರಿಸ್ ಸಿರಿಯನ್ ಕಾಲೇಜು ಬ್ರಹ್ಮಾವರಕ್ಕೆ ವಾಟರ್ ಪ್ಯೂರಿಫೈರ್ ಕೊಡುಗೆ

 SMS ಬ್ಯಾಡ್ಮಿಂಟನ್ ಫ್ರೆಂಡ್ಸ್ ಇವರಿಂದ ಸೈಂಟ್ ಮೇರಿಸ್ ಸಿರಿಯನ್  ಕಾಲೇಜು ಬ್ರಹ್ಮಾವರಕ್ಕೆ     ವಾಟರ್  ಪ್ಯೂರಿಫೈರ್ ಕೊಡುಗೆ  

ಬ್ರಹ್ಮಾವರ, ಆ. 1:  SMS ಬ್ಯಾಡ್ಮಿಂಟನ್ ಫ್ರೆಂಡ್ಸ್  ಬ್ರಹ್ಮಾವರದ ಸೈಂಟ್ ಮೇರಿಸ್ ಸಿರಿಯನ್ ಕಾಲೇಜಿಗೆ ವಾಟರ್  ಪ್ಯೂರಿಫೈರ್  ಕೊಡುಗೆಯಾಗಿ  ನೀಡಿದರು. ವಿದ್ಯಾರ್ಥಿಗಳ ಆರೋಗ್ಯ ಮತ್ತು ಕಲಿಕೆಯ ಅನುಕೂಲಕ್ಕಾಗಿ ಈ ಮಹತ್ವದ ದಾನವನ್ನು ಕಾಲೇಜು ಆಡಳಿತ ಮಂಡಳಿಯವರು ಆದರದಿಂದ ಸ್ವೀಕರಿಸಿದರು. ಇಂತಹ ಸಮಾಜಮುಖಿ ಕಾರ್ಯಗಳು ಮತ್ತಷ್ಟು ಸಮಾಜದ ಉನ್ನತಿಗೆ ಸಹಕಾರಿಯಾಗಲಿ ಎಂದು SMS ಬ್ಯಾಡ್ಮಿಂಟನ್ ಸ್ನೇಹಿತರು ಆಶಯ ವ್ಯಕ್ತಪಡಿಸಿದರು.

SMS College Inaugurates CA and CS Courses for the Academic Year 2024-25

SMS College Inaugurates CA and CS Courses for the Academic Year 2024-25

ಎಸ್ ಎಂ ಎಸ್ ಕಾಲೇಜು ಬ್ರಹ್ಮಾವರ ಹಾಗೂ ವಿ -ರೀಚ್ ಅಕಾಡೆಮಿಯ ಸಹಯೋಗದಲ್ಲಿ ದಿನಾಂಕ 23-7-2024 ರಂದು ಸಿ. ಎ, ಸಿ.ಎಸ್ ಕೋರ್ಸ್ ಕುರಿತ ಪ್ರಥಮ ಮಾಹಿತಿ ಕಾರ್ಯಕ್ರಮವು ಕಾಲೇಜಿನ ಕಿರು ಸಭಾಂಗಣದಲ್ಲಿ ನಡೆಯಿತು. ವಿ- ರಿಚ್ ಅಕಾಡೆಮಿಯ ಶ್ರೀ ನಾಗೇಶ್ ರವರು ಸಂಪನ್ಮೂಲ ವ್ಯಕ್ತಿಗಳಾಗಿ ಆಗಮಿಸಿದ್ದರು. ಕಾಲೇಜಿನ ಪ್ರಾಂಶುಪಾಲರಾದ ಡಾ. ಮಂಜುನಾಥ ಉಡುಪ ಕೆ ಕಾರ್ಯಕ್ರಮದ ಅಧ್ಯಕ್ಷತೆಯನ್ನು ವಹಿಸಿದ್ದರು. 

ಕಾಲೇಜಿನ ಸಿ. ಎ, ಸಿ.ಎಸ್ ಕೋರ್ಸ್ ನ ಸಂಯೋಜಕರಾದ ಶ್ರೀಮತಿ ವನಿತಾ ಶೆಟ್ಟಿ ಮತ್ತು ಶ್ರೀಮತಿ ಆಶಾ ಟಿ. ಕೆ ಉಪಸ್ಥಿತರಿದ್ದರು.

On 23rd July 2024, SMS College inaugurated classes for CA and CS courses for the academic year 2024-25. The event featured Mr. Nagesh from V-Reach Academy, Udupi, who provided detailed information about the CA and CS courses. He highlighted the importance of pursuing these courses for a successful career.

The program was presided over by Principal Dr. Manjunath Udupa, who motivated the students to work hard to achieve their goals of becoming professionals by completing the CA or CS courses.

Badminton Premier League Season- 3

 Badminton Premier League Season -3

SMS College Brahmavar and SMS Badminton Friends Organize Badminton Premier League Season 3,On 20th July 2024, SMS College Brahmavar, in collaboration with SMS Badminton Friends, successfully organized the third season of the Badminton Premier League. 

The event saw enthusiastic participation and was graced by several notable guests during the inauguration.The dignitaries present included:Mr. Alvaris D'Silva, College Section Secretary, OSCE Brahmavar, Mr. Herick D'Souza, Sports Secretary, OSCE Mr. Tejasvi, Sub Inspector, Crime, Brahmavar Police Station, Mr. Shrikanth K., Deputy Superintendent of Police, Lokayukta Mangalore, Mr. Madhu B., Sub Inspector, Brahmavar Police Station, Mr.venkatesh bhat, physical Education director,SMs college,Dr. Manjunath Udupa K., Principal, SMS College.

The league featured five franchise teams, owned by:Mr.Ashok Ganiga,Mr.Rakshith Barkuru,Mr.Pramod Shetty, Mr.Annappa Ganiga ,Mr Rexon Monis.

In a thrilling conclusion to the event, the team "SMS Royals," owned by Pramod Shetty, emerged victorious. The runners-up were "SMS Warriors," owned by Annappa Ganiga.The Badminton Premier League Season 3 was a resounding success, bringing together sports enthusiasts and promoting the spirit of sportsmanship and teamwork.

Campus Placement Drive at Saint Mary's Syrian College

 Campus Placement Drive at Saint Mary's Syrian College

The HRD Cell of Saint Mary's Syrian College, in collaboration with DHRITI Edu Service Pvt. Ltd., successfully organized a campus placement drive on June 22, 2024. The event aimed to provide students with valuable opportunities to kickstart their professional careers.

A total of 79 students from various departments participated in the placement drive. After a rigorous selection process, 16 students were shortlisted for the second round of interviews. This significant achievement underscores the dedication and talent of the students at Saint Mary's Syrian College.

The event was well-coordinated by the HRD Cell, ensuring a smooth and professional experience for both the recruiters and the students. The collaboration with DHRITI Edu Service Pvt. Ltd. brought in a range of potential employers, enhancing the prospects for the participating students.

Saint Mary's Syrian College continues to strive for excellence in providing quality education and career opportunities for its students. The successful campus placement drive marks another milestone in the institution's ongoing efforts to support student growth and development.

Orientation Programme for BCom Students at S.M.S College, Brahmavar

 Orientation Programme for BCom Students at S.M.S College, Brahmavar

Date: 6 July 2024

S.M.S College, Brahmavar, organized an orientation programme for BCom students in collaboration with V-Reach Academy. The focus was on Chartered Accountancy (CA) and Company Secretary (CS) courses. CS Santhosh Prabhu, Founder of V-Reach Academy, Udupi, served as the resource person.

During the programme, Mrs. Tweeny Maria Rodrigues, Lecturer in the Department of Commerce, provided information on various MTL courses offered by the college through a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Manipal Technologies.

The programme was attended by Principal Dr. Manjunath Udupa. Mrs. Sumalatha, Head of the Department of Commerce, and Mrs. Vanitha Shetty coordinated the event.