IMMERSION DAY 2025 Organized by the Department of Visual Communication on 02.07.2025
IMMERSION DAY 2025 Organized by the Department of Visual Communication
S.A. College of Arts and Science – 2nd July 2025
The Department of Visual Communication at S.A. College of Arts and Science proudly conducted Immersion Day 2025, a one-day induction programme designed to welcome and orient the first-year Visual Communication students. Held on 2nd July 2025 at the SACAS Theatre, the event was marked by the gracious presence of students, parents, faculty members, and distinguished guests.
The programme commenced at 10:00 AM, beginning with the Tamil Thai Vazhthu and a warm welcome to all attendees. The Course Director, Mr. R.D. Balaji, provided an insightful introduction and overview of the event, outlining its purpose and vision.He emphasised the role of media play vital role in day today life and instructed the students to be focused to catch their dreams.
The Placement Director shared insights on building discipline, nurturing creativity, and preparing for career opportunities.
The Head of the Department Dr.R. Srinivasan extended a heartfelt welcome to the Chief Guest, acclaimed film director Thiru. Rajesh M. Selva, known for his impactful films Thoongavanam and Kadaram Kondan. The support of Thiru. Venkateshraja, Correspondent; the Principal, and the Director of the institution ensured the success of the event through their continuous support and encouragement.
Purpose of the Event
Immersion Day 2025 aimed to:
Welcome the incoming batch of first-year Visual Communication students.
Offer orientation into the department’s academic and creative framework.
Provide exposure to real-world media practices through interaction.
Keynote Speech by Thiru. Rajesh M. Selva, who shared his filmmaking journey and emphasized:
Disciplining one's thoughts
Waking up early
Developing a consistent reading habit
A comprehensive overview of the curriculum and departmental goals was presented to both students and parents.
The event concluded with a feedback session, capturing the excitement and aspirations of the freshers.
Department of Mathematics, S.A. College of Arts & Science, in association with the Mathelets Club, organized National Statistics Day on 30.06.2025
SACAS Celebrates National Statistics Day with Insightful Session on Business Statistics
The Department of Mathematics, S.A. College of Arts & Science, in association with the Mathelets Club, organized National Statistics Day on 30th June 2025 at the college premises. The event began with a warm welcome address and the introduction of the Chief Guest by Dr. G. Ambika, Head of the Department of Mathematics.
The highlight of the event was a thought-provoking session by Dr. A. Indumathi, Assistant Professor at DRBCCC Hindu College, who delivered an insightful talk on the Foundations of Business Statistics Tools for Data-Driven Decisions. Her session helped students understand the practical importance of statistics in business and analytics.
Certificates were distributed to winners of the Dumb Charades competition by the chief guest.
SACAS Students Gain Financial Wisdom at Behindwoods Wealth & Prosperity Summit 2025 on 30.06.2025
SACAS Students Gain Financial Wisdom at Behindwoods Wealth & Prosperity Summit 2025 Chennai, June 30, 2025 — A group of 65 enthusiastic students from SA College of Arts & Science participated in the prestigious Behindwoods Wealth & Prosperity Summit held at Holiday Inn, OMR (near SRP Tools), Chennai. The event ran from 9:30 AM to 6:00 PM and featured 13 inspiring sessions led by top industry leaders, entrepreneurs, professors, and motivational speakers.
The participants included 6 students from BBA, 35 from MBA, and 24 from B.Com Corporate Secretaryship. The summit began with a powerful session by Mr. P.R. Sundhar, who emphasized the importance of creative and critical thinking. Mr. Nakkieran Gopal shared real-life lessons on overcoming challenges, while Mr. Soma Valliappan provided insights into trading, the stock market, and risk management.
Prof. Pattabiraman from IIT Madras guided students on equity investment strategies. Mr. Damodharan and Mr. Abdual Nabeel offered entrepreneurial insights, while Mr. Gopi shed light on gold investment. Mr. Sugi Sivam inspired students to view wealth beyond money—through knowledge and human connection.
Minister Thiru. Siva Mayyanathan spoke about education, women’s development, and government schemes. Other notable speakers included Mr. Gopinath, Mr. Faisal, Mr. Waseem Mubarak, and Mrs. Bharathi Baskar, each contributing valuable knowledge on finance, planning, and entrepreneurship.
The summit’s theme, “One Day Could Change Your Preparation Path Forever!” reflected the life-changing experience it offered. The event enhanced students' financial literacy, goal-setting skills, and business mindset, marking a significant step in their academic and personal growth.
Department of Home Science – Nutrition, Food Service Management and Dietetics, in association with the F3 Nutrition Club, organized an engaging guest lecture on 28.06.2025
"Fuel and Flex: Guest Lecture Highlights Link Between Nutrition and Fitness at S.A. College"
The Department of Home Science – Nutrition, Food Service Management and Dietetics, in association with the F3 Nutrition Club, organized an engaging guest lecture titled Fuel and Flex – Where Nutrition Meets Fitness on 28th June 2025 at S.A. College of Arts & Science.
The session was led by Dr. Enoch Newton Joseph, a renowned expert in sports medicine and fitness. He emphasized the vital connection between proper nutrition and physical fitness, stressing the importance of fueling the body correctly and maintaining flexibility through regular exercise.
Students actively participated in practical fitness testing methods including muscular strength, flexibility, cardiovascular endurance, and body composition assessments.
The interactive session offered both theoretical insights and hands-on experience, making it a valuable learning opportunity. The event concluded with a heartfelt vote of thanks, appreciating Dr. Joseph’s contribution and the efforts of the organizing team and students.
S.A. College of Arts & Science organized an Anti-Drug Awareness Campaign on 26.06.2025
S.A. College of Arts & Science organized an Anti-Drug Awareness Campaign for all of its students. The purpose of the campaign was to create awareness about drug abuse, promote a healthy lifestyle among students, and encourage students to take a stand against drug abuse.
Key Highlights:
- Pledge Ceremony:
Each student participated in the Anti-Drug Pledge pledge as an active participant, pledging to stay away from drugs and assure others in the communities they belong to of the consequences of drug abuse.
- Form Submission:
A total of 1285 students completed and submitted the official anti-drug awareness forms, signifying their participation in the awareness campaign.
- E-Certificate Submission:
Students took pledge through Tamil Nadu Government Portal and then downloaded and submitted a soft copy version of their certificates to show they participated in the awareness campaign and completed the pledge.
- Awareness Sessions:
Students were given brief awareness messages that outlined drug abuse, peer pressure, and ways to reach out for help for themselves or others who may have issues with drug abuse.
Outcome:
Students developed a sense of responsibility and reaffirmed their commitment to be drug free in society and within their communities. The campaign also disseminated the message of having a healthier aware population of students thus having a positive contribution towards achieving the national mission of a Drug-Free India.
Department of Computer Science, S.A College of Arts and Science, proudly organized an MOU Signing Ceremony and Guest Lecture 25.06.2025
The Department of Computer Science, S.A College of Arts and Science, proudly organized an MOU Signing Ceremony and Guest Lecture under the banner of The Nexus Technovate Club on 25th June 2025 at 1:00 PM in the SACAS Auditorium.
The event commenced with a warm welcome address delivered by Mr. P. Chandrasekar, Head of the Department. The guest lecture was delivered by Mr. K. Gowtham, Project Engineer at Pantech E-Solutions, later the company signed the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the department to foster academic-industry collaboration in emerging technologies.
The guest lecture focused on the trending domain of Prompt Engineering, a critical skill for optimizing human-AI interactions. Mr.K. Gowtham effectively covered the following key areas:
- Prompt Structure and Types
- Clarity and Specificity in Instruction Design
- Few-shot and Chain-of-Thought Techniques
- Iterative Prompt Refinement Strategies
- Ethical Considerations and Safety in AI Prompting
A total of 188 students actively participated in the session, gaining valuable exposure to
one of the most in-demand skills in the field of AI and machine learning.
Outcome of the Session:
Participants learned how to create effective AI prompts, write clearer and goal-oriented instructions, and utilize techniques such as role-based and step-by-step prompting. The session also emphasized the responsible and ethical use of AI systems, making students aware of their social and technical responsibilities while working with intelligent systems.
The event successfully bridged academic learning with industrial expectations and left a lasting impression on the students. The department extends heartfelt gratitude to Pantech E-Solutions and Mr. K Gowtham for their collaboration and impactful session. The MOU stands as a testament to the college’s commitment to continuous learning and innovation in the digital age.
School of Management, S.A. College of Arts & Science inaugurated “State –Of-The-Art” Business school Facility on 25.06.2025
School of Management, S.A. College of Arts & Science inaugurated “State –Of-The-Art” Business school Facility on the 25th June 2025. The event marked a significant milestone in the educational journey aiming to create a hub for innovation, entrepreneurship, and management education. The invitees present at the inauguration include, Trust members, Thiru. Dhasarathan, Secretary, Thiru.S.Gopinath, Joint Secretary, Thiru.P.Venkatesh Raja, Correspondent, Industry Experts Mr.S.Sivakumar,CEO,Capital Market Services, Chennai, Mr.S.Ganesh, Head Learning Experience,ASME, CA Deepak Kumar Gulecha Chartered Accountant, Data Analyst and Automation Specialist, CEO,Excel in Excel, GP.Capt.Dr.R.Venkatraman, General Manager, MMA,Mr.Joshua David MD& Campus Head Mphasis, Mr.Thirumurugan Durairaj,Senior Manager-HR Schwing Stetter India Pvt Ltd., Mr.Shashkanth Jayaraman, CHRO & Chief of Staff, Multicoreware INC., The invitees present were invited to cut the ribbon at the entrance and various offices & Classrooms of the new Facility, symbolizing the formal opening. The traditional lamp-lighting ceremony, symbolizing the light of knowledge and wisdom was also carried out. The Director of School Of Management Dr.R.Viji , delivered the opening remark and introduced the guests during the networking session which was followed by a discussion wherein the industry experts promised to collaborate with the department in its future endeavours.
Career Development Cell organized the “Placement Day 2025” ON 25.06.2025
Career Development Cell organized the “Placement Day 2025” celebration, which aimed to honour the alumni who had been placed in reputed corporate companies by issuing their offer letters.
The celebration started at 12:00 p.m. with the welcome address by Mrs. D. Mathivadhini, Assistant Professor, Department of Corporate Secretaryship. Dr. K. S. Prabhakar, Director of the Career Development Cell, presented the Annual Placement Report 2024-2025 which highlighted the training and placement drives such as department-specialized Value Added Courses, Aptitude training of varied difficulty to all years, HR conclaves, Faculty Development Programmes,etc and gave an overview about the percentage of passed-out students who have engaged in entrepreneurship, higher education and students who have placed.
Respected Principal, Dr. Malathi Selvakkumar delivered a special address, giving valuable guidelines on the importance of training and placement efforts,
The Chief Guest for the celebration, Mr. Joshwa David, India Campus Head – Mphasis delivered the guest address, in which he highlighted the importance of continuous learning, adaptability to new environment and technological mastery. He instilled the ideology of D.A.T.E - Discipline, Attitude, Time Management and Empathy, and the ideology of H.H.H – Being Human, Being Humble and Being Happy. He also touched upon the attitude and different skills that a candidate must have while attending interviews.
Department of Commerce (Accounting & Finance), in collaboration with the Association of Accounting & Finance Professionals organized a two-day Industrial Visit
The Department of Commerce (Accounting & Finance), in collaboration with the Association of Accounting & Finance Professionals and the SACAS'ians Fin-Tech Club of S.A. College of Arts & Science (SACAS), organized a two-day Industrial Visit to Hatsun Agro Product Ltd., Redhills on 23rd and 24th June 2025. The visit was scheduled from 09.00 a.m. to 01.00 p.m. on both days.
This visit was aimed at bringing an end to the theoretical knowledge and imparting practical exposure to the students through giving them an actual understanding of the working and financial domain of a top dairy firm.
The Department visited it on 23rD June 2025 and 37 girls students attended the visit, on 24th January 2025 35 boy students were involved in the visit. Three faculty members accompanied the students throughout the program and made sure that they were guided, safe and coordinated.
The students were also shown different areas of the plant namely procurement, processing, packaging, and distribution plants. They also had the interactive session with the company personnel who discussed about the company supply chain management, quality control practices, financial activities and technological intervention in dairy product. The experience gave the students a good exposure to real-life learning which supplemented their learning in accounting and finance.
The feedback session at the end of the visit demonstrated gratitude on behalf of the students, who described their impressions and gained insights accompanied by the visit. The Department will continue to train more such industrial visits that will allow experiential learning to the students and develop career readiness.
Department of Commerce (Computer Application) organizes guest lecture on 24.06.2025
Department of Commerce (Computer Application) successfully conducted a thought provoking guest lecture on "Overcome Fear and Self-Doubts as an Entrepreneur " on JUNE 24, 2025, from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM. The session was led by the esteemed Dr. S. Smile Bose, an accomplished academic and motivational speaker with significant expertise in entrepreneurial mindset development. This empowering session aimed to equip students with the psychological and emotional tools necessary to transform fear and uncertainty into confidence and proactive decision- making in their entrepreneurial journeys.
Key Highlights of the Session
Understanding the Entrepreneurial Mindset:
Dr. Smilee Bose began the lecture by exploring the emotional journey of an
entrepreneur, emphasizing how self-doubt and fear of failure often inhibit potential.
She explained how mental barriers can be identified and overcome through
conscious effort and mindset shifts.
From Doubt to Determination:
The central theme of the session revolved around transforming hesitation into
decisive action. Through real-life examples and psychological insights, Dr. Smilee
Bose encouraged students to embrace challenges, learn from failures, and develop
inner resilience.
Courage-Driven Decision-Making:
Dr. Smilee Bose elaborated on how entrepreneurs can make bold decisions by
grounding themselves in purpose, self-belief, and long-term vision. She stressed
the importance of calculated risks, adaptability, and learning from both success and
setbacks.
Building Confidence and Emotional Strength:
Drawing from behavioural psychology, the session addressed how self-awareness,
positive self-talk, and peer support can build emotional strength. Dr. Smilee Bose
also highlighted the role of gratitude, reflection, and goal-setting in reinforcing
courage.
Interactive Activities and Q&A:
The session included short interactive reflections and real-time decision-making
exercises. Students engaged actively and posed questions about personal fears,
startup ideas, and handling criticism, to which Dr. Smilee Bose provided valuable
and relatable advice.
Outcome
The lecture significantly impacted students by breaking down the emotional
journey of entrepreneurship into manageable, practical steps. It helped students
identify internal barriers and inspired them to pursue their aspirations with clarity
and confidence. The session served as a motivational push towards developing an
entrepreneurial spirit rooted in courage and resilience.
