Department of Visual Communication, S.A. College of Arts & Science (SACAS), successfully organized the SACAS Awards for Academic Excellence 2025 on 14.12.2025
SACAS Awards 2025 Celebrate Academic Excellence at S.A. College of Arts & Science Chennai, December 14, 2025:
The Department of Visual Communication, S.A. College of Arts & Science (SACAS), successfully organized the SACAS Awards for Academic Excellence 2025 on Sunday, December 14, 2025, at 9:00 a.m., honouring outstanding contributions in the field of education. The prestigious event celebrated academic commitment, teaching excellence, and institutional achievement.
The programme commenced with Tamil Thaai Vazhthu, followed by a vibrant welcome dance and the traditional lighting of the lamp, symbolizing the pursuit of knowledge. Dr. Malathi Selvakkumar, Principal, SACAS, delivered the Presidential and Welcome Address, setting the tone for the ceremony. The Inaugural Address was given by Mr. P. Venkatesh Raja, Correspondent, SACAS, while Dr. V. Sayi Satyavathi, Director, SACAS, delivered the Special Address, emphasizing the role of educators in nation-building.
Prof. R. D. Balaji, Course Director and Convener of SACAS Awards, presented the purpose and highlights of the event, and Dr. K. S. Prabhakar, Director, Career Development Cell, elaborated on “Why SACAS?”, highlighting the institution’s academic vision. The Special Guest Address was delivered by Pulavar Ma. Ramalingam, inspiring the audience with his insights on education and values.
A key highlight of the event was the Lifetime Achievement Award Presentation to Dr. Pradeep, V. Philip, and Dr. M. Muthuvel, followed by their felicitation speeches. The ceremony also honoured 37 Best Teachers and 15 Best Schools, recognizing their exemplary service and dedication to academic excellence.
The event concluded with a Vote of Thanks by Dr. R. Srinivasan, Head, Department of Visual Communication, and the National Anthem, marking a memorable celebration of excellence in education. The event was coordinated by Dr. S. H. Shiek Mohammed and other faculty members. The event was supported by the non-teaching staff members.
S.A. College Footballers Shine with 3rd Place in University of Madras Inter-Zone Tournament
S.A. College Footballers Shine with 3rd Place in University of Madras Inter-Zone Tournament.
Students of S.A. College of Arts & Science achieved a commendable sports accomplishment by securing the 3rd position in the University of Madras Inter-Zone Football Tournament. The event was held at DRBCCC Hindu College on 16 December 2025. Representing the University of Madras Inter-Zone Combined Team, Jeeva J.K. (B.Com BM I Year), Devaraj M. (M.Sc. Visual Communication I Year), and Amarishwar Reddy C.H.N. (MBA I Year) participated as football players. Their selection to the combined team reflects their skill, discipline, and dedication to the sport. The college Congratulates the students for bringing pride and recognition to the institution through their strong performance.
One-Day Seminar on Cyber Safety at S.A. College of Arts & Science on 11.12.2025
One-Day Seminar on Cyber Safety at S.A. College of Arts & Science.
The National Service Scheme (NSS) of S.A. College of Arts & Science, Chennai, in association with Unnat Bharat Abhiyan, Rotary Club, ICW Radio City, and Federal Bank, organized a one-day seminar on Cyber Safety on 11 December 2025 at 11.00 a.m. The programme aimed to create awareness among students about the growing challenges of cyber threats in the digital era.
The seminar featured Ms. Nidhi, Radio City presenter, and Ms. Lini Kesilda, Manager, Federal Bank, as resource persons. They addressed students on topics such as online data protection, digital arrest scams, and various forms of cybercrime, explaining preventive measures through engaging three-dimensional multimedia presentations.
The event began with a welcome address by Mr. Srinivasan, Head of the Department of Visual Communication. Mr. M. Vijayakumar, NSS Coordinator, presented mementos to the guests. The programme concluded with a vote of thanks delivered by Ms. Latha, ICW Coordinator.
School of Management S.A.College of Atrs & Science organised workshop on 10.12.2025 and 11.12.2025
The School of Management S.A.College of Atrs & Science organised workshop on "Wealth Management,"on 10.12.2025 and 11.12.2025 for MBA students. Mr. Glenn Roger Carr, Founder and Director of Finmark, was the resource person. On the first day, Mr. Glenn educated the students on the operations of the secondary market, role of derivatives and valuation of firm. He also explained how hedging of securities will help in reducing risk. emphasized the importance of these tools in stabilizing earnings and optimizing a firm's market value. On the second day, Students were given hands on training on Financial Planning and emphasising the need for insurance planning. The session not only provided an insight of secondary market but also emphasised the benefit of investment in secondary markets in spite of the risks involved. The session was interactive and thought provoking.
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Integrated Enterprises India Pvt. Ltd. Conducts Successful Campus Drive at SACAS on 08.12.2025
Integrated Enterprises India Pvt. Ltd. Conducts Successful Campus Drive at SACAS.
Integrated Enterprises India Pvt. Ltd. conducted a highly successful Campus Drive at S. A. College of Arts & Science on 08 December 2025, attracting enthusiastic participation from students across multiple disciplines. The event highlighted the institution’s strong academic preparation and commitment to enhancing student employability.
Company representatives engaged with the candidates through interactive sessions, evaluated their competencies, and offered valuable insights into current industry expectations. The recruitment initiative not only provided students with meaningful employment opportunities but also strengthened the bridge between industry and academia.
The college extended special appreciation to the Career Development Cell for its effective coordination and seamless execution of the event. Their dedicated efforts ensured smooth organisation and contributed significantly to the overall success of the drive.
The Campus Drive stands as a testament to S. A. College’s continual focus on career readiness and its mission to empower students for a dynamic professional future.
Department of Visual Communication at SA College of Arts & Science conducted an intensive five-day Value Added Course on 08.12.2025 to 12.12.2025
SA College of Arts and Science Hosts Intensive Five-Day VFX Training Programme for Visual Communication Students
The Department of Visual Communication at SA College of Arts and Science successfully conducted a comprehensive five-day Value Added Course on Visual Effects (VFX). Held from 8–12 December 2025, the programme was designed to provide students with in-depth exposure to the rapidly evolving VFX industry, blending theoretical understanding with practical, hands-on learning experiences.
Day 1 commenced with an industry-oriented introduction, during which the invited expert presented his showreel and explained key concepts such as VFX, special effects, 2D/3D animation, and CGI. A screening of Kung Fu Panda allowed students to observe animation principles closely, followed by an advanced session that covered the complete animation pipeline—from previz and techviz to post-viz and script-to-screen development.
Day 2 explored the post-production pipeline and essential 3D fundamentals. Students were introduced to the DI process, final output preparation, and core VFX tasks including rotoscoping, paint, prep, matchmove, and keying. The day concluded with an overview of major 3D software and their industry applications, demonstrating how raw footage is transformed into polished visual content.
Day 3 highlighted illusion craft and design principles. The first session covered industry-standard VFX software and practical use cases. This was followed by a detailed module on Adobe tools, connecting graphic design and motion graphics workflows. The final session featured select scenes from Enthiran 2.0, giving students insight into the processes behind large-scale Indian VFX productions.
Day 4 focused on compositing techniques and emerging AI-driven workflows. Students were trained in tracking, matchmove, rotomation, keying, and multipass compositing. A special session on the making of 2.0 offered valuable exposure to on-set supervision, shot planning, and technical execution. The day ended with a discussion on AI-based video generation and its increasing influence on modern filmmaking.
Day 5 centred on practical training. Students first learned the theory of greenscreen production, followed by a hands-on greenscreen shoot and compositing practice. The concluding interactive forum enabled students to seek personalised guidance on career paths, software skills, and industry expectations.
The programme received an overwhelmingly positive response from participants. Many students personally shared their appreciation, stating that the sessions provided clarity, confidence, and deeper insight into the future of VFX and digital media.
SA College of Arts and Science sincerely acknowledges the contributions of all expert resource persons for enriching the learning experience and empowering the next generation of media professionals.
எஸ்.ஏ. கலை மற்றும் அறிவியல் கல்லூரியின் தமிழ்த் துறையும் உலகத் தமிழ்ப் பேரியக்கம் மற்றும் தமிழால் இணைவோம் அமைப்புடன் புரிந்துணர்வு ஒப்பந்தம் கையெழுத்திடப்பட்டது - 10.12.2025
சென்னை திருவேற்காடு எஸ்.ஏ. கலை மற்றும் அறிவியல் கல்லூரியின் தமிழ்த் துறையும் உலகத் தமிழ்ப் பேரியக்கம் மற்றும் தமிழால் இணைவோம் அமைப்புடன் புரிந்துணர்வு ஒப்பந்தம் கையெழுத்திடப்பட்டது. 10.12.2025 அன்று நடந்த இந்நிகழ்வில் கல்லூரியின் தாளாளர் திரு ப. வெங்கடேஷ் ராஜா அவர்களும் கல்லூரியின் இயக்குநர் முனைவர் சாய் சத்யவதி கல்லூரி முதல்வர் முனைவர் மாலதி செல்வகுமார் தமிழ்த் துறைத் தலைவர் மா.விஜயகுமார் உலகத் தமிழ்ப் பேரியக்கத்தின் நிறுவனத் தலைவர் திரு சத்திய நாராயண ராஜ் பால குரு மற்றும் பொதுச்செயலாளர்திரு சுப்பிரமணியன்ஆகியோர் இப் புரிந்துணர்வு ஒப்பந்தத்தில் கையெழுத்திட்டனர். இப் புரிந்துணர்வு ஒப்பந்தத்தின்படி இக்கல்லூரி மாணவர்கள் உலகளாவிய தமிழ் அறிஞர்களோடு கலந்துரையாடிப் படைப்பாற்றல் திறனை வளர்த்து மேடைப்பேச்சுப் பயிற்சி பெறவும் மாணவர்களின் இலக்கியத்திறன் வளரவும் பன்னாட்டு ஆய்வு மற்றும் கருத்தரங்குகள் நடத்தவும் வழிவகை செய்யப்படும். மூன்றாண்டுகள் தொடர்ந்து இப் புரிந்துணர்வு நடைமுறையில் இருக்கும் என்று தெரிவிக்கப்பட்டது. இந்நிகழ்வில் அனைத்துத் தமிழ்ப் பேராசிரியர்களும் கலந்து கொண்டனர்.
SACAS Lifts Gold at Tamil Nadu State Weightlifting Championship
SACAS Lifts Gold at Tamil Nadu State Weightlifting Championship!
S.A. College of Arts & Science proudly celebrates the outstanding achievement of S. Harshavardhan, a first-year Computer Application student, who brought home Gold Medal on Sunday, 30 November 2025. Harshavardhan competed in the Youth Boys category at the Tamil Nadu State Weightlifting Championship 2025–2026, held at Ponjesh College of Engineering, Nagercoil, and organized by the Kanyakumari Weightlifting Association.
Displaying remarkable strength and determination, he recorded an impressive Snatch of 102 kg and a Clean & Jerk of 125 kg, reaching a total lift of 227 kg to secure the top position.
This proud moment highlights the dedication and spirit of students, and the management applauds Harshavardhan for bringing honor to the institution.
S. A. College of Arts & Science Celebrates Gold Medal in the Men’s 10m Air Rifle Team Event at the 5th Khelo India University Games 2024–25
S. A. College of Arts & Science Celebrates Gold!
S.A. College of Arts & Science proudly celebrates a remarkable sporting achievement as S. Shakthivel, student and an accomplished rifle shooter, secured the Gold Medal in the Men’s 10m Air Rifle Team Event at the 5th Khelo India University Games 2024–25, held in Jaipur, Rajasthan.
The victory marks a significant moment of honour for the institution, reflecting Shakthivel’s unwavering dedication, discipline, and exceptional sporting talent. His consistent hard work and commitment have brought the college into the spotlight once again, inspiring fellow students and sports enthusiasts alike.
The S.A. College of Arts & Science community extends its warmest congratulations to Shakthivel for this outstanding accomplishment. As he continues to excel in his sporting journey, the college stands proudly behind him, wishing him greater success in the national and international arenas ahead.
SASOM Hosts FDP on Creative Writing for Research Proposals at SACAS on 27.11.2025
SASOM Hosts FDP on Creative Writing for Research Proposals at SACAS
The Centre for Research & Development, in coordination with the School of Management of S. A. College of Arts & Science organized a Faculty Development Programme (FDP) on “Creative Writing for Research Proposals: From Proposal to Grant Success” on 27th November 2025 at the SACAS Auditorium. The session was held from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Dr. Mohan K., from the Centre for Climate Change and Environment, Vellore Institute of Technology, served as the resource person. He provided valuable insights into the structure and purpose of research proposals, highlighting key components of a strong proposal, expected outcomes, and the importance of demonstrating significance and innovation.
As part of the hands-on activity, faculty members were divided into groups and assigned to prepare and present their own research proposals. All teams participated enthusiastically, showcasing creative ideas and practical approaches to proposal writing.
The FDP proved highly beneficial, enhancing faculty competence in crafting competitive and impactful research proposals.
