Deadlock- The Crisis Management competition

Colossus – The Commerce Association conducted the ‘Deadlock – the Crisis Management’ competition on 18 and 19 August  2023, exclusively for Ⅰ PUC Commerce students at Christ Junior College. The event’s objective was to test the participant’s ability to handle high-pressure, real-world corporate dilemmas. 42 teams took part in the competition, navigating through intense rounds featuring business and financial case studies under considerable pressure. The competition narrowed to the top 8 teams, who engaged in a final round comprising diverse challenges to test their management and problem-solving skills.

Winner’s List:

1st place: Vidhi Jain, Sameeksha R.V and Maahi Agarwaal – Ⅰ CAMS J

2nd place: Sourish Rao and Ayati Jain – Ⅰ CAMS J

3rd place:  Komal Bagrecha, Arnav Palrecha and Anuj Chopda– Ⅰ CAMS K

– Sarah Bohra, ⅠⅠ CAME L

Sherlocked

On August 12, 2023, the Science Forum of Christ Junior College conducted a competition named ‘Sherlocked’ where 57 teams from I and II PU participated. The competition encouraged students to put on their detective caps, discovering their inner Sherlock to identify the real culprit as they navigated through a series of rounds, which included pen-and-paper elimination, jotting down the storyline, going over the crime scene, conducting a courtroom trial and interrogating suspects.

Winner’s List:

1st place – Laksh bothra, Ekansh Bhagat and Jainish Ostwal – 2 CAMS K

2nd place – Laksh Khanter, Deep Dhariwa and Gaurav Jain – 2 CAMS J

3rd place – Gaurav Raysoni, Kish Ostwal and Ryan barman – 2 CAMS J

-Amanda Abreo, II PCMC I

Escapero

On August 11, 2023, the Science Forum of Christ Junior College conducted ‘Escapero’, where escape room meets treasure hunt. 100 teams from I and II PU actively participated in this event. The participants demonstrated their problem-solving skills by analysing and decrypting their way through a series of challenging rounds, which included a virtual escape room, decrypting online science-based ciphers, sequence memorization and an active treasure hunt game.

Winner’s List:

1st place – Khushi Jain, Rujutha Kothari and Nirav Jain (2 CAMS K)

2nd place – Khush S Bhandari(2 CAMS J), Kafeel (2 CAMS K) and Nishchay Jain (2 CAMS K)

3rd place – Diya Dhanesha(1 CAME L), Vitraag D Jain(2 CAME L) and Komal Bagrecha (1 CAMS K)

-Amanda Abreo, II PCMC I

Lecture Contest

The Science Forum of Christ Junior College organised a lecture contest on August 18 and 19, 2023. The students from both I and II PU classes took part in this contest. The departments of Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Computer Science and Electronics came up with a riveting and energizing list of topics pertaining to their subjects. Students were challenged to research their chosen topics thoroughly, create a compelling presentation and deliver it within a time limit of six minutes, including a one-minute rebuttal. The students were judged based on their concept clarity, effectiveness of visual aids, presentation skills and ability to answer questions. 

Winners List:

Physics
1st place – Anish Karthik – 2 PCMC H
2nd place – Arya Singh – 1 PCMB D

Chemistry
1st place – Aston Dsouza – 1 PCMC H
2nd place – Sanjeev – 2 PCME G
3rd place – Vinu Sibi – 1 PCME G

Mathematics
1st place – Ananya Hegde – 2 CAME L
2nd place – Alok Sahanubhuh – 2 PCMC I
3rd place – Harshita – 1 PCMC H

Biology
1st place – Riya – 2 PCMB C
2nd place – Nayana MS – 2 PCMB F
3rd place – Sathya HM – 1 PCMB D

Computer Science
1st place –  Arjun Paartha – 1 PCMC I
2nd place – Keshav Toshniwal – 2 PCMC I
3rd place – Rishi Kolisetty – 2 PCMC I

Electronics
1st place – Akanksha Sandeep – 1 PCME G

–Amanda Abreo, II PCMC I

Chemeia 2023

The Department of Chemistry at Christ Junior College hosted Chemeia’s inaugural lecture series on 26th August, 2023, for the I and II PU students of Science. Around 90 I and II PU students attended the programme with Dr Dephan Pinheiro and Mr Karthikeyan R from Christ (Deemed to be) University being the speakers for the day. Dr Pinheiro, Professor, Department of Chemistry, – in his lecture of ‘Green Chemistry for a Sustainable Future’, delved into the 12 fundamental principles of green chemistry which aim to minimize waste, hazardous materials, risk, cost, and energy.  Mr Karthikeyan R, Research Scholar in Physics – in his lecture of ‘Eco Friendly Battery Materials’ gave an insight into the world of batteries and cells. He emphasized the significance of transitioning from conventional Lithium-ion batteries to alternative options such as Hard Carbon, Sodium ions, and silicon-based materials, highlighting their potential for a more sustainable energy future. The lectures concluded with an engaging and interactive Q&A session, allowing the students to further explore the topics presented. 

– –Diya Ahmed, I PCMB B

Constitutional Quiz 2023

Constitution is not a mere lawyer’s document, it is a vehicle of Life, and its spirit is always the spirit of Age. –  Dr B. R. Ambedkar

On 1^st September 2023, Spectrum– The Social Sciences Association of Christ Junior College, organised the ‘Constitutional Quiz 2023’, with an objective of educating students about the nation’s Constitution, Fundamental Rights and obligations that every citizen ought to be aware of and follow. With 20 teams and 40 participants of both I and II PU, Ms Mary Lavinia, a student of School of Law, Christ (Deemed to be) University, conducted the same. In the three rounds of the preliminary, semi – finals and finals- written, oral, timed, picture and video questions were asked that covered topics from the Drafting Committee, Articles, Schedules, upto the recent Amendments. 

Winners:

1st place : Physchos –  Sagar. M and Gagan – II HEPP N

2^nd place : 2 Musketeers – Yash  Solanki – I CAME L  and Mohammed Furqan – I CAMS K

3^rd place  : XYZ – Ajitesh and Udit R –  II PCMH H,

Chandrachut’s Boys – Aryan Panda and Luth Sanal – II HESP M

– –Kathy Liancy

Cine Mania

On 18th August 2023, ‘Cine Mania’ was conducted by Pierian Spring– a quiz and debate competition based on movies.  The competition was this time based on the motion picture ‘The Shawshank Redemption’, where trivia related to it was asked.  A two-member participation per team, the competition consisted of four rounds. The first round was a quiz wherein they were asked to answer challenging questions based on the movie within the given time limit. This was followed by a ‘riddle round’ in which the participants had to rapidly solve the riddles about the movie, its plot and characters. In the third round, each team picked a chit and delivered a speech on the given topic for two minutes. The final round was a debate round where the teams were pitted against each other on topics based on the movie. This competition tested the linguistic, critical thinking & analysis, debating skills and wit of the participants.

Winners List-

First Place- Akshara Sharan and Nea Guggari – II PPES O
Second Place- Prasidh J – II PCMC I and Liya Mariyam – I PPES O
Third Place- Divyam Jain and Ryan Barman – II CAMS J

–Misha Jeetendra Khattar, II PPES O

Awareness Session by students of School of Law, Christ University, Bangalore

The Value Education Session for II PUC students on 23rd August, 2023 was handled by students from School of Law, Christ University. An insight on the legal aspects of the Indian constitution; Right to Information (RTI) Act and the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act (NDPS) was given. The  interactive session was beneficial in raising awareness on these topics by instilling an interest to probe further, especially with regard to the legalities involved in them.

-Jumana Anis, II CAME L

Career Guidance Orientation

As an institution, we play a role in shaping the future of our students.  A career guidance programme initiated by the Quality Enhancement Group, Session I was held on 5th August 2023, that equipped the II PU class teachers with career mapping plans. In continuum,  Session II was organized  with the  Career Counselor at the Christ University, Main Auditorium on 25th August 2023, from 1.50 to 3.30pm.  Session II titled- ‘New Age Careers’ was arranged for the II PU students of Christ Junior College, Christ P U College and Christ Junior College-IBDP to assist students to navigate their dream career after their 12th grade.  The guest speakers were from Ignite India and Pearl Academy. The resource persons offered a bird’s eye view on the several career options available for those in the varied streams of Sciences, Commerce and Social Sciences along with the services they offered in the field of career guidance and training. The session was appreciated by both teachers and students that gave clarity and a realistic view to career choices. As a continuation, further career mapping sessions will be conducted by class teachers for students to aid them in the above mentioned process.

-Quality Enhancement Group

Bahubasha Kavita Vaachan

On 18th August 2023 Prerana – The Language Association, inscribed its legacy in the chronicles of Christ Junior College by conducting an eloquent recital of multilingual poems. The “Bahubasha Kavita Vaachan” was held at Darshanateeram in the esteemed presence of Rev. Dr. Fr. Sebastian Mathai, Principal Christ Junior College. With participation from over 75 individuals delivering poems in 10 or more languages, the event served as a splendid showcase of linguistic diversity. Rooted in the theme of nature, the verses reverberated with our profound connection to the environment. A perceptive participant aptly remarked, “Words transcend language barriers, much like nature transcends borders.” In a heartening display of unity, students and teachers from across departments came together to celebrate this literary spectacle. Beyond its poetic dimension, Prerana’s Bahubasha Kavita Vaachan embodied themes of unity, nature, and progress. The event celebrated a universal language: the language of unity through the celebration of diversity.                                                                  

-Nischal Srinivasan II HESP M