Category: Events

The Department of Computer Applications successfully organised one day talk on “Start-ups Opportunities in context of Computer Science and Applications” on 22^nd August, 2023. Dr. Anuj Kumar form Department of Computer Science and Applications Panjab University, Chandigarh was our guest speaker. Around 140 students from PGDCA, BCA 3^rd and BCA 2^nd year had attended the talk. The main purpose of this talk was to give knowledge to students about various start-up opportunities in the field of IT. Dr. Anuj also told the students about how to start business according to their area of interests. He had also discussed about various open-source software’s available on internet for start-ups like Linux, PHP, MYSQL, Google Chrome etc.

In the first phase of the talk, Dr. Anuj had enlightened the students about:

• How to start Web Development
• Earning by Digital Marketing(YouTube, Facebook, Email)
• How to learn Networking (hardware)
• Application Development
• Database Administration
• Artificial Intelligence
• Photo/Video Editing
• Mobile App Development

In Second Phase of the talk, he had described Freelancing jobs by providing students with the name of various freelancing websites and like:

• freelancer.com
• upwork.com
• truelancer.com
• toptal.com
• guru.com
• fiverr.com
• freelanceindia.com
• rockerstop.com

All the students had showed great interest in the talk. Dr. Anuj had end up the talk by clarifying the doubts of the students and students also got the satisfactory answers for the same.

The Department of Commerce at Post Graduate Government College for Girls, Sector 11, Chandigarh, teamed up with the Institution Innovation Council to arrange a special event celebrating World Entrepreneurship Day. Notably, Sh. Manish Kumar, the accomplished founder of Mindfood Chef, graced the occasion as the distinguished resource person. The event, held on 21.08.2023 in the college’s Multimedia Room, aimed to both inspire and educate students about entrepreneurship’s nuances, spanning from idea inception to kickstarting a business. The venue underwent a transformation into a hub of inspiration and knowledge sharing, thanks to the collaborative efforts of the Department of Commerce and the Institution Innovation Council. This joint endeavour not only offered insights from a seasoned entrepreneur but also provided an academic and innovative perspective from the Institution Innovation Council.

Sh. Manish Kumar, recognized for his entrepreneurship prowess as the visionary behind Mindfood Chef, imparted his wisdom as the resource person. With a wealth of experience in the entrepreneurial realm, he became an ideal mentor for the students. His insights covered the gamut of generating inventive business ideas, underscoring the significance of recognizing market gaps, comprehending consumer needs, and harnessing personal interests and talents to forge a distinctive value proposition.

Sh. Manish Kumar accentuated the pivotal role of cultivating the right entrepreneurial mindset. Traits like persistence, adaptability, risk-taking, and the ability to glean lessons from failures emerged as integral facets of an entrepreneur’s triumph.

The event commanded an impressive turnout, attracting around 100 students from diverse disciplines. This diverse and engaged audience underscored the burgeoning curiosity and fascination among students for the realm of entrepreneurship.

The Cultural Society of Post Graduate Government College for Girls, Sector-11, Chandigarh organised a Talent Hunt for the fresher’s of Under-Graduate and Post-Graduate classes on 17.08.2023. Prof. Anita Kaushal, Principal of the college was the Chief-guest on the occasion. Mr. Ajay Sharma, Dean and Dr. Guneeta Chadha, Vice-Principal of the college also graced the occasion. The contest witnessed a huge response. More than 200 students appeared for the auditions and sixty students were shortlisted.

The events were organised in Music Vocal, Music Instrumental and Dance categories. The sub-categories of Music Vocal were Geet/Gazal, Light Music and Folk Song;and Percussion and Non-percussion were performed in Music Instrumental. The students showcased their talent under Classical/Semi-classical, Free-style and Folk dance genres in Dance. Performances were mesmerizing and were appreciated by one and all. The dances on popular and foot-tapping numbers left the audience swerving on their feet.

Addressing the students on the occasion, Principal, Prof. Anita Kaushal congratulated the Departments of Music and Dance for providing an opportunity to the talented students and giving them prospects for competing at higher levels. She motivated the participants to excel in the field of their choice and bring laurels to the institution and nation. She stressed that education should aim at holistic development and such programmes provide a suitable platform to the students to showcase their skills.

On August 15, 2023, the 77th Independence Day reverberated with celebrations at Post Graduate Government College for Girls, Sector-11, Chandigarh. The occasion marked the commemoration of 76 years of India’s freedom, embodying this year’s theme, “Nation First, Always First,” a vital facet of the overarching “Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav” Celebration. The flag-hoisting ceremony was graced by the presence of Prof. Anita Kaushal, the college’s Principal, along with Mr. Ajay Kumar Sharma, the Dean, Prof. Guneeta Chadha, the Vice-Principal, faculty members, and students.

Enriching the event, students from the Department of Music (Instrumental) showcased their talents through emotive renditions of patriotic melodies. Simultaneously, the Music (Vocal) department united voices in resonant medleys and harmonious group songs, all infused with an intense spirit of national pride. The students passionately shared their perspectives on freedom, interweaving narratives of unsung heroes’ bravery and sacrifices, vividly portraying valorous historical moments.

In her address, Prof. Anita Kaushal, the college’s Principal, highlighted the celebration as a homage to India’s thriving democracy, a day that pays tribute to the countless sacrifices of freedom fighters. She proudly underscored India’s journey to becoming a nearly 5 trillion-dollar economy over 77 years of independence, underlining India’s expanding global influence across diverse domains.

 

Prof. Kaushal motivated students to embrace their responsibilities earnestly, endeavoring to propel the democratic nation towards even greater heights of achievement. She urged them to contribute, regardless of scale, towards nurturing a vibrant and prosperous India that transcends biases of caste, gender, region, and religion.

In concurrence with the occasion, the NSS unit of the college commemorated “Meri Maati Mera Desh” by orchestrating a Tree Plantation Drive.

Epiphany: The Department of English Society held an orientation session for BA I students on 08^th August 2023 at 2 PM in room no. 10. The students were apprised of the goals and scope of the society. They were familiarized with its functioning and the various creative activities that are undertaken in the calendar year. They were also urged to be active on the society’s Instagram page and regularly update the society notice board.  There were around 150 students who participated and interacted in the meeting and responded very enthusiastically to the first activity i.e. Short Story writing on the coming Raksha bandhan festival.

HUM HAIN- Society for Gender Equality and Non-Discrimination organises an Orientation session on 4^th August, 2023 at 2.00 pm in Room no 14 of the College.   Students of BA iii and BA ii apprised the freshers about the various activities of the society.  They also showed a PPT initiating a discussion on gender issues in society. The convener of the society, Ms Kamaldeep Kaur addressed the freshers. A student from BA iii reciting a self-composed poem at the event.

Prakriti-The Environment Society of PGGCG-11, Chandigarh, is a group of dedicated students and faculty members committed to raising awareness and taking action on environmental issues. Their primary goal is to instill a sense of responsibility and environmental consciousness among the college community and beyond.

The Orientation Programme held on 2nd August, 2023, introduced new and interested students to the society’s objectives, values, and ongoing activities. Dr. Sadhana Verma, the Convener of Prakriti, led the session, providing valuable insights into the society’s vision and its role in addressing environmental challenges.

Prakriti organizes various activities throughout the year, including awareness campaigns, tree plantation drives, waste management initiatives, and collaborating with local communities on environmental projects.

Dr. Verma encouraged students to become members of Prakriti, emphasizing the personal growth and deeper understanding of environmental issues it offers. The enthusiastic response from about 70 participants showcased the increasing interest among the youth in environmental sustainability and their desire to contribute to a greener and healthier future.

Prakriti aims to expand its outreach and impact by engaging and empowering young minds. Through collective efforts, the society strives to promote sustainable practices and foster a sense of responsibility towards the planet for future generations.