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Roshan Raj and Prince Augustin doing their First Semester MCJ (Master of Communication and Journalism) here won the first prize in the debate competition in English conducted as part of Media Fest by the Department of Journalism, Kariavattom Campus, Kerala University. There were ten teams in the contest and the topic for the debate was “Women’s Entry in Sabarimala. The Media Fest was held from 16th to 18th November 2016 in the Kariavattom Campus, Thiruvananthapuram.

The Third Semester University Examinations for students doing their undergraduate programmes will commence on Tuesday, 22nd November 2016 and will end on Friday, 2nd December 2016.

Defeating the seasoned players of SN College Kannur, the basketball team from Angadikadavu Don Bosco Arts & Science College, won the semifinals in the university level intercollegiate basketball tournament concluded on Wednesday, November 2, 2016. It was a neck-and-neck fight, with a single point lead. The score was 61-60. Two players Vince Vinoy from BBA and Jibin Mathew from BCA are selected for the university team and will represent the University of Kannur in the national level basketball tournaments. All the 12 players in the team will get grace marks in the University examinations.

Mr.Vijil Kumar, who represented the Kerala team for four consecutive years in the national games and currently working as the basketball coach at Ezhimala Naval Academy is now on a month-long coaching camp in the morning and evening training the college basketball team, ahead of the upcoming Kannur University matches held from October 31 to November 2 at SES College, Sreekandapuram. “Our practice rounds are more systematic and we have now the required tactics to work as a team and score points. There is no doubt that our team will come out in flying colours, with the new inputs that we gained from Vijil Sir,” said Ashwin Thomas from B.Com Fourth Semester who was in the college team last year also. The following students are selected as members of the basketball team: 1. Shino Thomas, MA English Literature 2. Neyons Shaji, BBA 3. Libin S, BCom Co-operation 4. Jilson Chacko, BBA 5. Vince Vinoy, BBA 6. Jibin Mathew, BCA 7. Sebin P, BCom Computer Application 8. Aswin Thomas, BCom Computer Application 9. Ebin Devasia, BA English Literature 10. Stephen Sunny, BCom Computer Application 11. Mothy Nainan, BA English Literature 12. Amal Joseph, BCom Computer Application

The Fifth Semester University Examinations for all undergraduate programmes will begin on Wednesday, 9th November 2016, and will end on Thursday 17th November 2016. The examination will be held from 9.30 a.m. to 12.30 p.m.

58 final year students from various UG and PG programmes including MCJ, MCom, MSW, MA English Literature, BA English Literature, BCom and BSc Mathematics appeared for the test on Tuesday October 25, 2016, conducted as part of campus recruitment by Asianet News Channel, the No. 1 Malayalam 24-hour News Channel in Kerala. A three member HR team from Asianet News Channel coordinated by Smt. Rajalekshmi came from Thiruvananthapuram, the headquarters of Asianet News. “This was a great privilege and a golden opportunity. The test was primarily to check the candidate’s ascendancy over current affairs, aptitude for journalism and writing skill, said Sibil Jose, one of the students doing MCJ.

College Magazine " Maruk " 2016 has been released on October - 14 - 2016

Don Bosco Arts & Science college conducted SLATE - Intercollegiate Literary Fest on Track .

The second edition of SLATE, the South Indian Literary Fest being held here will have a grand finale, with the privileged presence of chief guest Jayararj Warrier, actor playing comedy roles in movies and popular television anchor entertaining Keralites across the world. Jayaraj Warrier will perform one-hour mimics and then present the prizes to the winners in the various literary competitions held during the two-day gala. The concluding programme will begin at 6 p.m. and will end at 8.30 p.m. on Saturday, October 15, 2016. Fr. Davis Chiramel, the Chairman of Kidney Federation of Kerala, will also address the gathering in the colourful concluding function, punctuated with dances and songs performed by the students.

Noted painter, former Chairman, Kerala Lalitha Kala Academy and Editor-in-Charge, Malayala Manorama Weekly, the largest circulated weekly in India, Shri. K.A. Francis formally released ‘Maruku’, the Mark of Identity, the college magazine of Don Bosco Arts & Science College, Angadikadavu., during a colourful function at the auditorium on Friday, October 14, 2016. Handing over the first copy to Fr. Joyce Thonikuzhiyil , the Provincial Superior, K.A. Francis said, “The theme of the magazine, ‘Self-identity’ is relevant. Each one has a unique existence and is expected to leave an indelible mark with one’s life.” Fr. Joyce in his keynote address urged the students to use the opportunities they get in the campus to identify, promote and exhibit their talents. The college magazine showcases the literary talents. Campus life should be made the most fulfilling years of one’s life. College Manager Fr. Dr. Thomas K.O. Principal, Fr. Dr. Francis Karackat and Vice-Principal, Fr. Bastin Nellisery offered felicitations and congratulated the editorial team. Staff Editor, Previn P.F from department of Journalism introduced the magazine to the campus. The outgoing college Union Chairman, Seby Anson, welcomed the gathering. Student Editor, Albin Thomas proposed vote of thanks. There were dances and songs

The paintings of Fr. Bastin Nellisery, Vice-Principal and Head of the Department of Journalism, Amal Babu, Third Year BA English Literature student and Hridya P., Second Year BA English Literature student, showcasing the amazing scenic beauty, with a blend of unparalleled portraits and exquisite landscapes, were on exhibition mode, on Friday, October 14, 2016.

Don Bosco Arts & Science College will go to the polls on Friday, October 7, 2016, deciding the fate of 27 candidates contesting in various seats for the College Union of this academic year. The one-to-one campaigning by the candidates will end on Thursday, October 6, with a meet-the candidate programme in the afternoon. 18 candidates are in the fray for the eight major seats of chairman, vice chairman, general secretary, joint secretary, university union councilor, secretary of fine arts, student editor for college magazine and general captain. Sabio Baby Joseph from third semester B.Com Computer and Unais Parakkandy from third semester BBA are the candidates for the post of the chairman. The minor seats include the representatives of different batches. In the presidential form of elections, every student of the college will exercise their franchise.

In the Kannur University Intercollegiate Swimming Championship held at School of Physical Education and Sports Science, Mangattuparamba on 30th September, 2016, students from here left an indelible mark with their amazing performance winning four prizes. In 100 meters free style, Amal Tom from BA English Literature bagged the first prize. He won the second prize in both 50 and 200 meters free style competitions. In 100 meters relay, Renji Sebastian and Shermal Mathew from BBA and Vinil Sebastian and Amal Tom from BA English Literature secured second place.

About 800 Catholic students doing their undergraduate and postgraduate programmes here will participate in the four-day Inner Healing Spiritual Retreat, animated by the Sehion Retreat Centre Team, Attapady, the most sought-after spiritual renewal centre in Kerala. The retreat will be held from 9.35 to 3.30 from September 28th Wednesday to October 1, 2016. About 15 seasoned and gifted counselors from the Centre will be available for counseling. Confession will be arranged for students on Thursday.