MAR THOMA COLLEGE

THIRUVALLA

ANNUAL REPORT 2017-’18

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MAR THOMA COLLEGE

THIRUVALLA

ANNUAL REPORT 2017-’18

“Good, better, best. Never let it rest. 'Til your good is better and your better is

best”- St. Jerome

Mar Thoma College, Thiruvalla established in 1952, has completed an illustrious period of

sixty –five years. The beginning was so humble with just 250 students and twelve faculty

members but the past has moulded the College to become a premier centre of learning in the

area of higher education. Having obtained the unique distinction of one of the first

accredited colleges in India and the first in Kerala, the College is now gearing up for the

fourth cycle of reaccreditation. At this moment of pride and glory, we look back to

acknowledge and appreciate the pain and tears of our founding fathers particularly that of

His Grace Most Rev. Dr. Juhanon Mar Thoma Metropolitan, Rt. Rev. Dr. Mathews Mar

Athanasius Episcopa and Sri. K. K Kuruvilla. Over the years, nearly ninety eight thousand

students have gone out of the institution to find a meaningful life in the world. The College

guided by the Grace of Almighty and the aspirations of many generations is at the threshold

of innovative changes and dynamism. The College is now governed by a Council chaired by

The Manager of the College, His Grace The Most Rev. Dr. Joseph Mar Thoma

Metropolitan.

On this auspicious occasion of the sixty sixth College Day, may I present before this august

body the Annual Report of the College for the academic year 2017-‘18.

COURSES OFFERED

The College offers twelve Undergraduate (BA/BSc/B.Com) programmes, ten Post-graduate

(MA/MSc) Programmes and seven Doctoral Degree programmes. The MSc programmes in

Microbiology and Biotechnology are offered under self-financing streams. Out of fifteen

Departments of the College, seven Departments are accredited Research Centres of

Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam.

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Apart from the Certificate Courses, the College offers 7 Supplementary Enrichment

Programmes - ‘Nanotechnology and Thin Film Coating’, ‘Quantitative Methods in

Mathematics and its Applications’, ‘Water Quality Analysis’, ‘Basic Skills Enrichment

Programme’, ‘Tourism and Heritage Management’, ‘Diploma in Banking and Financial

Services’, ‘PC Hardware’. The College appreciates and congratulates the Departments of

Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Economics, History, Commerce and Computer

Applications for their initiative and efforts in implementing the supplementary Enrichment

Programmes.

RESULTS OF THE UNIVERSITY EXAMINATIONS:

The College continues to maintain the tradition of having obtained commendable results in

the University Examinations with several ranks and A Plus at both UG and PG level. The

college secured an aggregate of 83.05% at the undergraduate level and 81.10% at the Post

Graduate level. The break-up of the results is as follows:

Subject/Streams (UG) Percentage

English 79.91

Economics 72.52

Political Science 83.05

History 84.75

Mathematics 79

Physics 73

Chemistry 89.50

Botany 81.40

Botany (Voc) 92.60

Zoology 89.90

Commerce –Computer

Application 82

Commerce- Taxation 89

Subject/Streams (PG) Percentage

English 80

Economics 64

Mathematics 78

Physics 74

Chemistry- Pure 84

Chemistry- Analytical 92

Botany 90

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Zoology 100

Microbiology 76

Biotechnology 73

The College Obtained 97% result for UG Common course Malayalam and 93% for Hindi.

University Ranks and ‘A’ Plus

The following students obtained ranks and A Plus at the Post Graduate Examinations.

Name Department Rank/Position

Vaidehi Sankar Chemistry (Analytical) 1st

Betcy George Chemistry (Analytical) 2nd

Anu Paul Chemistry (Analytical) 5th

Srelekshmi J Chemistry (Analytical) 10th

Nimmymol K Botany 10th

Sruthy S Nair Zoology 5th

Jeslin Mery John English 5th

Krishnendu S English 7th

Jessy Anna Kuruvila English 9th

Princy Varghese Mathematics A Plus

Jerome Sunny Varghese Mathematics A Plus

The following students obtained A Plus at the Under Graduate Examinations:

Name Department

Sneha S Nair Mathematics

Greeshma Chinnu Saji Physics

Shiji Elvin Philip Physics

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Anju Liya Joy Chemistry

Athira J Ajith Chemistry

Gouri V Nair Chemistry

Leya Cherian Chemistry

Parvathy Vijayan Botany

Simi Asma Salim Botany

Chitra Paurnami Zoology

Anita Mary Varghese English

Nirmal Jacob Abraham Economics

Saj Santhakumar Commerce Model I

Lincy Elizabeth Jacob Commerce Model II

Students Achievers

Praveena Wilson Second BA English was elected to the post of National Vice

Chairman, Students Christian Movement of India.

Sachin S Dev, Second BSc Botany, the NSS volunteer of College was selected to

attend the Republic Day parade representing NSS Unit of the State.

Haritha S of the Second MSc Bioscience published a research paper in the

international Journal .

Shintu Varghese, Second MSc. Chemistry won the award for the best project at the

Kerala Science Congress 2018.

Arjun P Pillai, Second BSc Physics won the first prize for Thabala in the

Keralolsavam 2017. He also won A Grade and first prize in the MG University

Kalolsavam ‘Ashantham’ 2018.

Sripriya S, Second MSc Chemisry, A Grade and second prize in the MG University

Kalolsavam ‘Ashantham’ 2018.

A word of congratulations to all students’ achievers and the institution offers best wishes for

their further studies and progress.

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STUDENT STRENGTH

Stream No. of Students

First Year BA/BSc/BCom 510

Second Year BA/BSc/BCom 492

Third Year BA/BSc/BCom 460

First Year MA/MSc 121

Second Year MA/MSc 113

I MSc Self-Financing 27

II MSc Self-Financing 17

Total 1740

TEACHING AND NON-TEACHING STAFF

Stream Number

Teaching Faculty 79

Guest/FIP Faculty 20

Non Teaching 38

Management Staff 3

Self Financing (N T) 2

Total 142

RETIRING STAFF MEMBERS

Teaching Staff:

The following members of Teaching and Non-Teaching staffs retire from the college

service this year.

Prof. Elizabeth George K, Associate Professor of the Department of

Physics

Dr.Elizabeth T Mangatt, Head of the Dept. of Botany

Non-Teaching Staff:

Sri. Thomas Varghese, Senior Superintendent of the College Office

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OBITUARY

(Rtd.) Prof. Chellamma Mathew (Dept of Physics)

(Rtd.) Prof. V A Chacko (Dept of English )

CURRICULAR AND CO-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES

Reopening and Orientation

The College reopened after summer vacation on 1st June 2017. The classes for

students of second and third year degree programmes were started with an

orientation session led by the college counsellor Rev. Dr.Joe Joseph Kuruvilla.

Chapel Service

Every working day of the College begins with worship in the College Chapel under

the leadership of MTSA and SCM Units of the College.

Environment Day Celebrations

The Environment Day celebration was observed on 9th

June 2017. A special

programme in association with KSCSTE was arranged on the occasion.

International Yoga Day

The international Yoga Day was observed on 21st

June 2017, with an exposure

led by Prof. Jayakrishnan Namboothiri K

Commencement of 1st DC classes

The classes for First Semester Degree classes were commenced on 29th June 2017

with an inspirational class by Rev. Dr. Easow Mathew, Principal EJM Institute,

Kompady. A counselling class for parents was also arranged. Rev. Dr. Joe Joseph

Kuruvilla led the session.

Sixty Fifth Commemoration Day

The 65th Commemoration Day of the College was celebrated on 11

th of July,

2017. The Rt Rev. Dr. Abraham Mar Paulose, the Bishop of Adoor Diocese

Delivered the Commemoration address. Rev. Oommen Philip, Sabha Secretary

presided over the programme. The College Choir led the worship and service.

Model Legislative Assembly

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As the part of the Diamond Jubilee of Kerala Legislative Assembly, a model

Legislative Assembly was organised in the College by the State Government on

13th

July 2017. The students selected from different educational institutions

were trained to be the members of the model Legislative Assembly. The

session was inaugurated by the Hon. Minister Adv. Mathew T Thomas. The

District Collector and the ADM attended the inaugural function.

Orientation for NAAC Accreditation

The College is gearing up for the fourth cycle of accreditation. An orientation

programme for the fourth cycle was organised by the IQAC of the college on

9th August 2017. His Grace the Metropolitan inaugurated the orientation. Dr. M

R Kurup, renowned Peer team Chairman and Educational consultant led the

sessions. Faculty members from the college and neighbouring institutions

attended the progamme.

Independence Day Celebrations

The Independence Day celebration was held on 15th August 2017.

Alumni Family Get-together

The annual family get-together of the alumni of the College was held in the

evening of 15th

August 2017. The meet was inaugurated by adv. Biju Oommen,

Orthodox Church Sectary.

College Union Election

The College Union election for the year 2017-18 was held on 22nd

August 2017

on Parliamentary mode. Abraham P Oommen, II MA English was elected to

the post of Chairman of the College Union.

Onam Celebration

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The College organised Onam celebration in association with College Union on

31st August 2017. Athappokkalam, Onappattu,etc. were conducted on the

occasion.

Assembly for 1st PG Students

The opening assembly for 1st PG student held on 20the September 2017. An

orientation class was engaged by the College counsellor Rev. Dr.Joe Joseph

Kuruvilla.

College Union Inauguration

Inauguration of the College Union was held on 26th

September 2017.

Adv. Suresh Kurup MLA inaugurated the activities of the College Union. The

Arts Club was inaugurated by Film star Arun Kurian.

Celebration of Kerala Day

The Keralappiravi, celebrations were organised on 1st November 2017. A

cultural procession from SCS School, Thiruvalla to College was held and it was

followed by a verity of entertainment events.

World Aids Day

The World Aids Day was observed on 4th

December 2017 under the auspices of

the Bio sciences association. Red ribbon distribution and competitions were

arranged.

Arts Festival

Arts festival of the college named ‘Kamaladalam’ was organised by the

College Union from 5 to 7 December 2017. The students were divided into four

houses – Vajram, Manikyam, Marathakam, Pavizham.Vajram House won the

overall championship.

College Christmas Carol

The College Christmas service under the leadership of College Choir was held

at 6 PM on 20th

December 2017. Shri.George Cherian, Director Missions India

delivered the Christmas message. The service was attend by College and local

community.

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Mar Thoma College Staff fellowship

A fellowship of Mar Thoma College teaching, non teaching and management

staff was held on 4th January 2018. Rev. Dr. Joe Joseph Kuruvilla led the

opening service. Prof. Thomas Mathew, former HoD of Botany delivered the

message.

Book Exhibition

The Malayalam literary society of College organised a book exhibition in

association with National Book Stall on 11th January 2018.

Diamond Jubilee of the Brains Trust

The Brains Trust, the most notable co curricular organisation of the College has

completed a period of 60 years. The diamond jubilee of the Trust was

inaugurated by the Hon Minister of Education Prof. C Raveendranath on 19th

January 2018 in the presence of Adv. Mathew T Thomas, Hon Minister of

Water Resource.

Merit Evening

The merit evening to honour the rank and the A Plus holders of the Degree and

P G programmes was held on 19th January 2018. The awards were presented by

His Grace Metropolitan.

Republic Day Celebration

The Republic Day celebration was held on 26th January 2018. The ceremonial

parade was led by the NCC unit of the college.

Annual Alumni Meeting

The annual meeting of the alumni of the College was held on 26th January

2018. Dr. Thomas Mathew, Professor of Nephrology Sri Chitra Institute was

the chief guest.

Golden Jubilee Reunion of 1965-68 Batch

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The 1965-68 Degree batches arranged a golden jubilee reunion on 27th January

2018. Over 220 former students of 1965-68 years attended the meeting and

honoured the faculty who taught them.

Golden Jubilee of the English Department

The Golden Jubilee of Department of English was inaugurated on 7th February

2018 by the former Indian permanent representative in the United Nation

Shri.T P Sreenivasn IFS. Rt Rev Thomas Samuel, retired. Bishop of CSI

Church Presided over the function.

Science Exhibition

A Science exhibition was organised by the Department of Zoology as the part

of the golden jubilee of the department from 8th to 10

th February 2018. Dr.

Rajan Varughese, Member Secretary, Kerala State Higher Education Council

inaugurated the exhibition.

Valedictory of the Golden Jubilee of Zoology.

The valedictory of Golden Jubilee celebrations of the Department of Zoology

was held on 13th

February 2018. Shri. Bharat Suresh Gopi, M P was the chief

Guest.

Mar Thoma Trophy Football Tournament

The Inter collegiate football tournament for Mat Thoma Trophy was held from

19th

to 24th February 2018 in the College Stadium. Nirmala College,

Muvattupuzha won the trophy.

National Science Day Celebrations

The National Science Day was celebrated on 28th February 2018 with poster

designing competitions, poster display and special lectures.

College Annual Sports

The Annual Sports of the college was held on 5th and 6

th March 2018. The meet

was inaugurated by Shri.K Anilkumar, President of the District sports Council,

Pathanamthitta. The students were divided into four houses –

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Vajram, Manikyam, Marathakam, Pavizham.Vajram House won the overall

championship.

Arts Day and College Union Valedictory

The Arts Day and the Valedictory of the college union were held on 8th March

2018. Noted film director Shri. Kaviyoor Shivaprsad was the chief guest.

International Women’s Day

The International Women’s Day was celebrated on 7th March 2018 with a

special lecture

Jaivam Project

The NSS Unit of the College initiated a model organic farm in association with

Mahatma Gandhi University and Department of agriculture Govt. of Kerala.

The project named ‘Jaivam’ presented an organic model of vegetable

cultivation the Hon Minister Mathew T Thomas was inaugurated harvesting.

The project won appreciation from several quarters and got the Kerala Jaiva

Karshika Samithi award, the award for the best organic farm of the district, the

best farm of the Mahatma Gandhi University and has now been submitted for

the state and national awards.

IQAC

The Internal Quality Assurance Cell has been functioning in the College for

over two decades. The Cell is in the process of preparing the College for the

fourth cycle of re accreditation which is due in April 2019. Dr. Varghese

Mathew of the Department of Mathematics is functioning of IQAC

Coordinator.

RESEARCH ACTIVITIES

All the post graduate departments of the college are the recognized research centres

of Mahatma Gandhi University. Active research is being carried out in the Departments of

English, Physics, Economics, Mathematics, Chemistry, Botany and Zoology. Fifty One

scholars are enrolled in various departments for PhD at present.

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Department Number of Research

Scholars

English 7

Economics 11

Zoology 8

Physics 5

Chemistry 2

Botany 8

Mathematics 10

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There are 15 research guides in the College guiding the scholars for Doctoral Degree

SEMINARS/CONFERENCES CONDUCTED:

Department of English

A Golden Jubilee lecture was organised by the department. The

Tibetan poet Tenzing Tsundue delivered the lecture on Refugee

Literature.

Department of Mathematics

The department organised a lecture on role of mathematics in

modern Science as the part of Prof. C Kochumman endowment

lecture. Dr. M P Rajan, Dean IISER, Thiruvanathapuram Delivered

the lecture.

A one week TIFR, Mumbai sponsored training programme on

Advanced Algebra will be organised by the department from 2nd to

7th April 2018.

Department of Chemistry

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A seminar was conducted on the World Environment Day in association with

KSCSTE and the department of Botany. Dr.Mahesh Mohan, School of

Environmental Sciences, MG University was the resource person.

A special lecture was organised on Fuelling the Future discussing the research

opportunities in Chemistry as organised and Dr. Thomas Mathew, Senior Scientist

University of California engaged the class.

The 20th V V Achenkunju Memorial Lecture was organised by the department. Dr.

Sabu Thomas, Vice Chancellor, MG University, Kottayam delivered the lecture.

Department of Botany

A seminar was conducted on the World Environment Day in association with

KSCSTE and the department of Chemistry. Dr.Mahesh Mohan, School of

Environmental Sciences, M G University was the resource person.

Department of Zoology

The department of Zoology organised an International Seminar on revisit on

coastal challenges. The Erudite Lecture was organised and the German Scholar Dr.

Tim Jennerjahn delivered the lecture on the topic effect of aquaculture on coastal

biogeography/ecology.

Department of Economics

The department organised the 21st Annual Lecture on 21st February 2018. Dr.Rajan

Varughese, Member Secretary Kerala State Higher Education Council delivered the

lecture.

Department of Commerce

Workshop on online share TradingDepartment of Commerce organised One

Day Workshop on online share trading in association with Geojith Ind.ltd

A Special Lecture on Capital Market- Investment Opportunities was organised

by the Department, Dr.V K Vijayakumar, Investment strategist, Geojith and

former planning board member, delivered the lecture

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Department of Bioscience

The Bioscience department of the college organised a two day national conference

on ‘Towards Rational use of antibiotics; problems, prospects, and future

implications’ in association with ReAct Asia Pacific from 15th to 16th February

2018. The conference was sponsored by Indian Council of Medical Research

(ICMR) , New Delhi and co sponsored by M G University.

SEMINARS/CONFERENCES ATTENDED:

Department of Mathematics

Dr. Varughese Mathew and Prof. Ann Ann James have attended workshop on

Python Language held at MACFAST, Thiruvalla on 7th and 8th December 2017

and attended a regional seminar on Recent Advances in Mathematics at

Catholicate College ,Pathanamthitta on 2nd March 2018.

Prof. Anu Ann James has attended a workshop on ‘Algebra’ held at Kerala

School of Mathematics, Kozhikode from 7 to 9th September 2017 and Indian

Woman & Mathematics, Regional Workshop on Research and Opportunities

held at CUSAT, Cochin on 2nd and 3rd January 2018.

Prof. Manesh Jacob has attended a workshop on “outcome based research”

conducted by the University of Kerala.

Department of Physics

Dr. Angel Susan Cherian attended National seminar on “ADVANCES IN

FUNCTIONAL MATERIALS (AFM 2017) at All Saints College, Thiruvanthapuram.

Dr. Noble P. Abraham attended National Workshop on Optical Spectroscopy, CMS

College, Kottayam and also attended Workshop on Physics Teaching Tools, UC

College, Aluva

Dr. I John Berlin attended National seminar on “ADVANCES IN FUNCTIONAL

MATERIALS (AFM 2017) at All Saints College, Thiruvanthapuram.

Department of Chemistry

Prof. Merin Sara Thomas attended the Polymer International Conference 2017 at

University of Malaysia

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Dr.Reni George attended the Conference on Advances in Catalysis for Energy and

Environment (CACEE-2018), organised by TIFR Mumbai, from 10th to 12th January

2018.

Department of Botany.

Dr. Manju Thomas participated in the International Rubber Conference held at

Jakarta, Indonesia in October 2017

Dr. Jacob Thomas participated in National Seminar on Ecotechnological

Perspectives for Sustainable Development, School of Bioscience, M G University,

Kottayam.

Prof. Reethu Mariah Jacob and Prof. Susan Kuriakose attended a workshop

on Nature Interpretation Skill Development organised by WWF-India and

Periyar Tiger Reserve, Thekkady from 2nd to 4th March 2018.

Department of Zoology

Dr. Sunitha A Philip attended

o National Seminar on Recent Trends in Statistical Theory and Applications

organised by University of Kerala from 28th to 30th June 2017.

o 13th Kerala Environment Science Congress held at Centre for Environment and

Development, Trivandrum from 6th to 8th December 2017.

o National Seminar on Recent Trends in Zoological Research organised by

University of Kerala from 19th to 21st February 2018

Department of English

Prof. Susan Thomas attended the International Seminar on Catalyzing Women

Empowerment for an Egalitarian Society organised by CTE at Thiruvalla.

Department of Economics

Prof. Anoop Koshy George attended

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o The faculty development programme organised by Indian Institute of

Management, Bangaluru .

o The workshop on research Methods organised by the Kerala State

Higher Education Council from 17th to 21st November 2017

o Attended the faculty development workshop organised by TKM Institute

of Management, Kollam

Department of History

Prof. K M Vishnu Namboodiri attended

o The ICHR National Conference organised at New Delhi from 5th to 7th

March 2018. The faculty development programme organised by Indian

Institute of Management, Bangaluru .

o The workshop on research Methods organised by the Kerala State

Higher Education Council 17th to 21st November 2017

o The International Seminar on Catalyzing Women Empowerment for an

Egalitarian Society organised by CTE at Thiruvalla.

Department of Commerce

Prof. Raison Sam Raju attended

o The National Workshop on Scientific Research in Social Sciences

organised by the Department of Commerce and Management Studies,

The University of Calicut fron 1st to 2nd November 2017.

o National Conference on Corporate Social Responsibility organised by

Catholicate College, Pathanamthitta

Department of Malayalam

Prof. Kesia Mary Phip attended the International Seminar on Interpretation

organised by Department of Malayalam, St Thomas College, Pala

Sri.Sajan Varughese,(College Librarian),Participated in a Regional workshop

on DELNet Discovery Services,Pen Sources Software jointly organised by

DELNET and University of Kerala Fisheries and Ocean Studies,Kochi.

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PUBLICATIONS OF RESEARCH PAPERS/BOOKS:

Dr. Shiny Thomas ( Malayalam) published a book entitled Malayala

Gadya Charitram .

Dr. Jacob Thomas (Botany) has four publications:

1. Three new Foliicolous Ascomycetes from Andaman Islands, India.

BioBulletin, 3(1): 74-79.

2. Mould Disease in Crop Plants in Pathanamthitta and Kottayam

Districts of Kerala State, Rational Discourse 21 (1)

3. Occurrence of rust fungus Pucciniasolmsii. P. Henn. On

Polygonumchinense L. in Vagamon hills and its possibility as a biological

control agent. Proceedings of 30th Kerala science congress.

4. Leaf infecting fungal parasites on Maesaindical (Roxb.) A.DC., an

endemic medicinal plant in Western Ghats of Kerala State.

Proceedings of 30th Kerala science congress.

Dr.Ajesh K Zachariah has two Publications

1.Effect of Organoclay on the Solvent Diffusion Behaviour and

Mechanical Properties of Natural Rubber Nanocomposites, Polymer

Composites, 2017,

2. Mixed mode morphology in elastomeric blend nano composites:

Effect on vulcanization, thermal stability and solvent permeability”,

Polymer Composites, 2017,

Prof. Raison Sam Raju(Commerce) Published a chapter entitled “Sustainable

Accounting – A Conceptual Study on Green Accounting” in book titled

“Contemporary issues inBusiness and Management” published by Post

Graduate Department of Commerce of Kristu Jyothi college of Management and

Technology, Kottayam [ISBN 978-93- 5268-092- 4]

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Published Research article on topic “Social EntrepreneurshipActivities in

Kerala:A Case Study of She Taxi in journal Rational Discourse – Published by

MarThoma College,Thiruvalla

Dr. Samuel Mathew (Physics) Comparison of Thoron (220rn) content and

gamma radiation level in high background radiation area of Kollam district in

Kerala, Journal of Radio analytical and Nuclear Chemistry, August 2017

Dr. Angel Susan Cherian(Physics) The Crystallinity of Zns Thin Films by

Varying The Precursor Concentration,International Journal of Advance

Research in Science and Engineering, Volume No 06,Special Issue No. (03),

Page: 217-221, September 2017.

Dr. I John Berlin(Physics) Modification of Structural And Photoluminescence

Properties of ZrO 2 Thinfilms by Copper (Cu) Doping, International Journal of

Advance Research in Science and Engineering, Volume No 06, Special Issue No.

(03), Page: 204-208, September 2017.

Dr. Tutu M. John (Mathematics)

o ‘Fuzzy Possibilistic Criterion –A New Approach’ published in ‘Advances in

Fuzzy Mathematics’, Volume 12, No5,(2017)

o ‘Fuzzy Pessimistic Criterion’, accepted in ‘International Journal of Fuzzy

Mathematics’.

Dr Renjith Joseph (English) Published a paper entitled Gender in Native

Canadian Life and Literature in Gandhigram Literary Review.

Prof Antu Annam Thomas (Computer Application)

o Nested Random Number Generator inthe International Journal of

Advanced Research in Computer Science and Software Engineering,

Volume 7, Issue 17, 2017

o Performance Enhancement of Cryptographic Algorithms by Increasing

Randomness through Nesting in Random Number Generators.,

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International Jounal of Scientific Research in Computer Science,

Engineering and Information Technology, Volume 2, issue5, May 2017.

PAPERS PRESENTED/ INVITED TALKS:

Dr. Koshy John (Chemistry) delivered a lecture on Group Theory at Bishop

Moore College ,Mavelikkara,Seminar on GroupTheory and Computational

Chemistry sponsored by KSCSTE on 12 December 2017.

Dr. Josmin P Jose(Chemistry), delivered a lecture in the KSCSTE sponsored

National Seminar organised by St. Thomas College,Palai

Dr. Neeta N. Nair (Botany) Presented a paper on “Identification and Isolation

of soil mycoflora of paddy fields ” in the 30th Kerala Science Congress.

Dr.Jacob Thomas (Botany) Occurrence of rust fungus Puccinia solmsii. P.

Henn. On Polygonum chinense L. in Vagamon hills and itspossibility as a

biological control agent in the 30th Kerala Science Congress.

Leaf infecting fungal parasiteson Maesa indical (Roxb.) A.DC., an endemic

medicinal plant in Western Ghats of Keralastate in the 30th Kerala Science

Congress.

Dr. Angel Susan Cherian(Physics) Presented a paper in the National seminar

on “ADVANCES IN FUNCTIONAL MATERIALS (AFM 2017) at All Saints College,

Thiruvanthapuram.

Dr. I John Berlin Physics) Presented a paper in the National seminar on

“Advances in Functional Material (AFM 2017)at All Saints College,

Thiruvanthapuram.

Dr. Noble P. Abraham (Physics) delivered

A lecture at Albertian International Knowledge Summit, St. Albert’s

College, Eranakulam

A talk at National Science Day Celebrations, SN College, Chengannur.

Prof. Raison Sam Raju (Commerce) presented a paper on Analysis on Wikis at

national Conference organised by M G University, Kottayam

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Prof. Aravind Sankar N (Economics) Delivered a lecture on demonetisation

organised by the Political Sciences association at Mar Thoma College Thiruvalla

Dr. Mohan Varghese delivered a lecture in the National Seminar organised by

Assumption College, Changanassery

Dr. Ashley Susan Philip (English) Presented a paper- Damning Women at the

international seminar organised by CTE at Thiruvalla

Prof Antu Annam Thomas (Computer Application) presented a paper in the

International Summit on Computer Pattern. She also presented a paper in the

International Conference of Computer Communication and Signalling Process

MAJOR/MINOR PROJECTS:

Dr. Jacob Thomas (Botany) has been awarded a major project on

“Identification, documentation and molecular characterization of leaf and bark

inhabiting fu in Thattekkad Bird Sanctuary in Ernakulam district,Kerala”

He is also Co-Principal Investigator of the KSCTE major project on

Ethnobotanical Studies on Zyngiberaceae of Kerala (Major Project), KSCTE,

Govt. of Kerala,

AWARDS/ HONOURS/ POSITIONS HELD:

Dr. Jacob Thomas (Botany) discovered three new leaf infecting fungi,

Asterina miliusae var. andamanica var. nov., Meliola dysoxyli-andamanensis

sp. nov. and Meliola memecyli Syd. & P. Syd. var. andamanica var. nov.

from Andaman and Nicobar Islands, India, and published in an International

Journal Bio Bulletin.

Dr. Shiny Thomas(Malayalam) has been appointed as Treasurer SCM Kerala

region

Dr. Samuel Mathew(Physics) has awarded Bharat Ratna Dr.S Radhakrishnan

Gold Medal instituted by Global Economic Progress and Research Association.

Dr.Ajesh K Zachariah (Chemistry) has been nominated as the

reviewer for the Journal Polymer Testing published by Elsevier .

Prof. Harish R(Bioscience) has been nominated to the expert panel by

University of Kerala and CUSAT

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Dr. Mohan Varghese(Political Science ) has been nominated to the

expert panel of MG University and also to the academic council of

Rajagiri School of Social Sciences

Prof. Raison Sam Raju(Commerce) has been elected to the Executive

committee of the Indian Accounting Association.

Prof. Latha P Cherian (Zoology) has been nominated to the Executive

Committee of Zoological Society of Kerala. She is also nominated to

Ecological Commission of Mar Thoma Church.

Prof. K M Vishnu Namboodiri (History) has gained membership in

International Literary Association.

Dr. Nigi Manoj(Physical Education) has been appointed as the selector

of MG University sports and games teams.

Dr. Varghese Mathew (Mathematics) has been nominated to the MG

University PG Board of Studies in Mathematics

Prof. Santhosh Jacob (Physics) has been nominated to the MG

University PG Board of Studies in Physics.

Prof. Jincy P Abraham (Botany) has been nominated to the MG

University PG Board of Studies in Botany.

Dr. Shilly Elizabeth David (Zoology) has been nominated to the MG

University PG Board of Studies in Zoology.

Prof. Manesh Jacob (Mathematics) has been nominated to the MG

University UG Board of Studies in Mathematics

Prof. K M Vishnu Namboodiri (History) has been nominated to the MG

University UG Board of Studies in Islamic History.

Raison Sam Raju (Commerce) has been confirmed with lieutenant

rank and assumed the post of NCC Officer of the College.

EXAMINATION BOARD/ QUESTION PAPER SETTING

The following faculty members have served Chairman /Vice Chairman of the

Examination Board / Viva Board and in the Board of Examiners for question paper

setting

English

Dr. Leena B Cherian

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Dr. G Koshy

Mathematics

Dr. Tutu M John

Dr. Varghese Mathew

Physics

Dr. P K Subhadra Devi

Dr. Samuel Mathew

Chemistry

Prof. Mary Sara Cherian

Dr. Koshy John

Botany

Dr. Elizabeth T Mangatt

Dr. Manju Philip

Political Science

Dr. Mohan Varghese

FUNDS TO COLLEGE AND DEPARTMENTS

The college obtained funds from Kerala Govt, UGC and Central agencies like

TIFR for projects, seminars and conferences.

COLLEGE EXAMINATIONS

In the restructure credit and semester system internal examinations are

statutory examinations for all UG and PG Programmes. The College therefore conducts

two internal examinations for each semester. The Examination Committee, headed by

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Prof. Ratheesh R, has been organising the internal examinations in an exceptional

manner.

MENTORING

The college has a mentoring system to mould the young adults. The Mentoring

Committee, led by Dr. Koshy John, carried on the work, allotting mentors to all the UG

students in the college.

ACHIEVEMENTS IN SPORTS AND GAMES

Football (Women) – Kerala College Games Championship

- State Winners

- MG University Champions

- 12 students represented MG University and 5 players

represented Kerala State.

Hockey (Women) - State Champions

- Runners up in MG University

- 7 players represented MG University.

Cricket (Women) - Runners up in MG University

-3 players represented MG University.

The following Championships were hosted by the college

1. Women State Football

2. State Junior Cricket

3. MG University Football (Women)

4. MG University Hockey (Men and Women)

WOMEN’S CELL

Women’s cell conducted the following programs during the academic year 2017-18

Cyber Safety Mission

‘La Delicia ‘ the food fest

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Hands-on-training in bonsai preparation.

Skill identification programme

Celebration of international Women’s Day on 5th March 2018

These activities and programmes were organised by the committee headed by

Dr. Manju Philip.

WOMEN EMPOWERMENT CELL

The cell organised special motivational lectures for the women students. Dr. Anne

Susan Mathew served as the convenor of the cell

NCC

Activities of NCC for the Academic year 2017-2018 started with the send off function

to ANO Lt.Dr.Kurian Mathew Abraham on 11 March, 2017. And on that day,

Prof.Raison Sam Raju took over the charge of ANO-Mar Thoma College. The Unit

conducted following Programmes

Pulse Polio Campaign

International Yoga Day

Special Lecture on Fire and Safety

Special Lecture on Road Safety

Dengue Awareness campaign

Clean Mar Thoma

NCC cadet’s enrolment 2017-18 .A total of 70 cadets have been enrolled this

year.

Independence Day& amp; Republic Day Celebration .Principal of the College

hoisted the National Flag and delivered the messages on both days’

Swachh Bharat Mission

NCC Day Celebration .As a part of NCC Day celebrations, NCC unit of Mar Thoma

College distributed money and clothes to the “Little Servants of Divine

Providence Charitable Society, Kunnamthanam.

Flag Day Celebration

Reception to the new NCC Officer Lt. Prof. Raison Sam Raju.

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NSS

The National Service Scheme is the most enterprising co-curricular organisation

of the College. There are 3 units with a student strength of 250 volunteers. The

main activities for the year 2017-18 include

Environmental Day Celebration on 5th June 2017. 150 tree saplings were

planted at the premises of Govt. Hospital Pathanamthitta

Enrolment campaigning Programme

Blood determination camp and formation of ‘Raktha dana Sena’ in

collaboration with Believers Church Medical College Hospital, Thiruvalla

International Yoga Day Celebration in association with NCC

Lounging of the organic vegetable farm- Jaivam

Orientation camp cum Jaivam Mini Camp for first year volunteers

7 Day Special Camp at Govt LPS, Madappally during the Onam holidays

Ganamela- a fund raising programme for organic farming

Organic Food Fest

Observance of Hiroshima and Nagasaki Day

Distribution of organic seeds

Farm School in association with Kerala Agricultural Department

Organic farming literacy programme for the local community

The model organic farm developed by the NSS Unit of the College named Jaivam

project won appreciation and awards from different agencies including Government

and University in one acre of leased land near College. Prof. Manesh Jacob, Dr. Josmin

P Jose and Prof. Reethu Mariah Jacob served as the programme officers.

THE BRAINS TRUST

This year, The Brains Trust came up with its activities based on the theme

'Retrospect '.The inauguration ceremony was held on 29th August 2017 which

marked the beginning of the trust activities. Shri.Anto Antony M.P inaugurated the

function.

Ripple, a one day leadership camp was conducted for the members of the trust on

18th November 2017.

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An open discussion 'Thanalkoottam 'was held in the College on 4th December

2017.Prof.Jayakrishnan Namboothiri, Dept. of Economics guided the discussion.

A photography exhibition (Zoom'in) and an inter departmental Debate

competition (verbattle)..

Alumni meeting was organized on 23rd December 2017.The first Speaker of the

organization Shri .Thomas varghese inaugurated the function.

The Diamond Jubilee celebrations of the Trust was inaugurated on 19th January

2018 by Prof.C.Raveendhranath, Minister of Education, govt. Of Kerala.

An open General Quiz competition,' Prudencia' was held on 22nd January 2018.

The three day camp of The Brains Trust was held from 23rd to 25th February at

Hosanna Mount Bharananganam. Shri. Sarin P inaugurated the camp.

An inter-departmental intellectual fest 'Impulses 'was also arranged by the Trust on

9th March 2018.

Prof. Rahul N, Prof. Aravind Sankar and Dr. Shilly Elizabeth David served as the

directors of the Trust.

Training for Administrative Service Examination

An arrangement has been made to provide training on a long term basis for the

aspirants of Kerala and Indian Administrative Services. A consultation group under the

leadership of Prof . Aravind Sankar, Prof. Remi Cherian, Prof. Renosh Tom,

Prof. Manesh Jacob and Prof. K M Vishnu Namboodiri has been formed to implement

the programme.

LITERARY CLUB

A Book Exhibition was conducted by the club in association with NBS. Shri. Manarkad

Mathew, former editor Vanitha delivered a special lecture on the occasion.

UGC/JRF CELL

The various departments of the college have been arranging coaching classes

for the students with the UGC NET & JRF examinations in mind.

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PTA

The Parents Teachers Association, always a source of inspiration, has proved to

be the backbone for the academic activities of the college, extending ample support.

Class wise PTA meetings were organized by various departments throughout the year,

helping us maintain discipline on the campus.

FORT

Forum of Retired Teachers has always been a source of motivation, guidance

and support for the college. It is quite heartening to perceive that most of the former

teachers of the college take active interest in the affairs of FORT.

CBCSS and PG CSS

Degree and P G Programmes are offering under Credit and Semester System. Dr. Koshy

John (Chemistry) and Dr.Tutu M John (Mathematics) as serving as coordinators of UG

and PG Semester System.

Hostels

The College has two women’s hostels providing accommodation to 240 students. A

sports hostel is also functioning in the College. Mrs. Rachel Koshy and Mrs. Elezabeth

Francis are working as hostel wardens.

OTHER ASSOCIATIONS

The associations/clubs/committees in the college, like the Career Guidance Cell,

Mar Thoma Students’ Association, Best Arts, Women’s Cell, Tourism Club, Women’s

Empowerment, Eco Club, and the College Choir all have been functioning admirably.

PG ASSOCIATIONS

The activities of the PG Association of the College were inaugurated by

Dr. Alaxander Jacob IPS. The PG Discussion forum was also inaugurated on the

occasion.

SUBJECT ASSOCIATIONS

PHYSICS

A special lecture was organised on magnetic recording, Dr. Senoy Thomas,

Cusat delivered the lecture.

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A sky watch on Red Moon Day was organised.

CHEMISTRY

An orientation programme for freshers was arranged. Dr. Sunil D Kuruvila

engaged the session.

Career enhancement programme led by Mr. Jayaram V , Scientific Officer DRDO

was also arranged

BOTANY

Environment day celebration was conducted on 9th June 2017.

A bio park was set up with the help of Social Forest Department.

A special lecture on Bio diversity of Western Ghats was arranged.

Orientation for freshers was also arranged.

ENGLISH

A motivational class was arranged for the freshers.

Golden jubilee proclamation procession was organised from SCS campus to

college.

The inter-collegiate literary festival and competition was also organised from

1st to 2nd March 2018.

COMMERCE

The inauguration of the commerce club by Dr.V K Vijayakumar.

Workshop on ‘Online share trading ‘was organised.

A career orientation programme for outgoing students was organised.

Six students of commerce department started a new business venture named

“TREATZ”.

Department also published an e magazine named COMBUZ”.

ECONOMICS

An orientation programme for freshers was organised by the Department.

Dr. Nelson K Abraham engaged the session.

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“SWATHANTRIYA SAPTHATHI” was organised in association with History

Association to mark 70th anniversary of Indian Independence.

21st annual lecture was organised on 21st February 2018.Dr.Rajan Varghese,

Member Secretary KSHE, delivered the lecture.

HISTORY

An orientation programme for first years was organised for degree students.

Shri. B G Krishan, IRS delivered the lecture.

“SWATHANTRIYA SAPTHATHI” was organised in association with Economics

Association to mark 70th anniversary of Indian Independence.

ZOOLOGY

An orientation programme for freshers was arranged on 25th August 2017.

Dr.Jose Kaippali delivered the lecture.

Inter collegiate zoological festival, ZOOFEST IBEX 2017 was organised in

association with Zoological society of Kerala.

International seminar on “Re visit Costal challenges” was organised in

association with Kerala State Higher Education Council.

A three day science exhibition ZOOEX 2018 was organised from 08th to 10th

February 2018.

Valedictory of Golden jubilee was conducted on 13th Feb.2018.

POLITICAL SCIENCE

An orientation for freshers was organised on 13th July 2017.Dr.Mahesh S

Panicker, Lady Shree Ram College lead the session.

A seminar on Demonetisation was organised.

A career orientation programme was organised for the outgoing students.

BIO SCIENCE

A Bio Science Association named “Le Scientia” was formed for the first time.

A training programme on Plant tissue culture was organised in association with

MACFAST.

Celebration of World Aids day on 1st December 2017.

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Red ribbon was distributed and a poster competition was also organised.

Organised an exposure programme for UP school students on science project.

ORIENTATION AND REFRESHER PROGRAMMES

The following faculty members attended the orientation / refresher

programmes during the current academic year.

1. Prof. Raison Sam Raju(Commerce) attended three month Pre

Commission course in NCC Officers Training Academy, Kamptee,

Maharastra and commissioned as lieutenant in Indian army.

2. Dr. Reenamole G (Chemistry) attended an orientation programme

conducted by Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), New Delhi.

3. Prof. Remi Cherian (English) of Department of English attended a

refresher course at UGC-HRDC academic staff College, Kariyavattom.

4. Prof. Rahul N (English) attended a refresher course in Bangalore

University.

5. Prof. Mini Thomas (Mathematics) attended the refresher course in HRDC

University of Kerala.

6. Prof. Anu Ann James (Mathematics) attended the orientation course at

HRDC Pondicherry University.

7. Dr. Sharon Achamma Abraham (Chemistry) attended an orientation

programme organised by HRDC, University of Kerala.

8. Dr. Ajeesh K Zachariah (Chemistry) attended a refresher course

conducted Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore.

9. Dr.Shaji Varughese (Chemistry) attended an orientation programme in

Bangalore University.

10. Dr.Susan Thomas (Zoology) attended a refresher course at HRDC,

University of Kerala.

11. Dr.Raju Thomas (Zoology) attended the refresher course organised by

the Fishery Resources assessment division of Central Marine Fisheries

Research Institute Kochi.

12. Prof. Renosh Tom Varughese(Botany) attended a refresher course at

HRDC, University of Kerala.

13. Prof. Reethu Mariah Jacob (Bony) attended orientation course

conducted by UGC HRDC, University of Pondicherry.

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14. Dr.Angel Susan Cherian (Physics) attended refresher course conducted

by Indian National Science Academy at Bishop Moore College,

Mavelikkara.

15. Dr.Noble P Abraham (Physics) attended refresher course conducted by

Indian National Science Academy at Bishop Moore College, Mavelikkara.

16. Dr. Renjith Joseph(English) attended a week long workshop on research

methods organised by Kerala State Higher Education Council

17. Ashily Susan Philip (English) attended a week long workshop on

research methods organised by Kerala State Higher Education Council

18. Dr. Neetha N Nair( Botany) attended a short term course on research

methods organised by HRDC University of Kerala

19. Prof. Mini Thomas ( Mathematics) attended a short term course on

research methods organised by HRDC University of Kerala.

COUNCILS AND MEETINGS

The Governing Council of the college met many times during the year, giving

vital instructions and directions regarding the administration and development of the

college. Staff Council also met regularly and took decisions on matters pertaining to

internal administration and academic projects. During the staff meetings conducted

regularly, the faculty members raised significant questions and gave valuable

suggestions for improving the academic atmosphere of the college. The Teaching and

Non-Teaching staff associations also contribute significantly towards the stable

functioning of the institution.

CONCLUSION

An academic year ends here but the journey still continues. At this moment of

celebrating the sixty sixth College Day, there many deserving our gratitude. At the

very outset I place on record my sincere gratitude to our Manager Thirumeni, The Mar

Thoma Metropolitan for his blessings. We appreciate and thank the support of all the

Governing Council members both previous and present , former teachers, present

teachers, non teaching staff, alumni, PTA, management staff, local community ,

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students and fond well wishers of the college for their unfailing support and

assistance. Above all to the God almighty for His wonderful guidance. May I conclude

with verse eight of Psalms 121.

“The LORD will keep your going out and your coming in from this time on and

forevermore.”

Thank you all.

14 March, 2018 Dr. Icy K John

Principal

Mar Thoma College, Thiruvalla.

Presented during the College Day Celebrations, Presided over by Rev. K .G .Joseph,

Sabha Secretary Mar Thoma Syrian Church in the presence of Shri. K Jayakumar

IAS on 14th March, 2018 in the Seminar Hall, Mar Thoma College, Tiruvalla.