Department of Sociology
Report 2010-11

 A talk by Dr Bindeshwar Pathak- founder of Sulabh International

The department was priviledged to have Dr Bindeshwar Pathak to deliver a talk on “Sanitation Tops the Agenda in 21st Century”. The talk was attended by Prinicipal and students of different departments. It was an opportunity to learn about the work of Sulabh International as well as understand the nitty-gritty of hygiene and sanitation. Dr Pathak shared his experience of working with scavenger though himself belonging to upper caste. He also spoke on the water treatment plant and sanitation museum set up by him. At the end of the talk he invited us to visit the museum located in Palam, Dew Delhi

ANNUAL LECTURE 2011 

The enlightening Annual lecture of the department was delivered by Prof. Andre Beteille, Professor emeritus, University of Delhi. The Theme of the lecture was “Sociology Today”. The lecture was in relation to the gradual development and establishment of the sociology  as a discipline, over the years. This was conducted in the council room and was facilitated by our respective Principal and the entire sociology department. 

The lecture was attended by the various other departments of the college and students of the other colleges as well. Hence, the council room was occupied to its fullest strength. This initiative acted as a incentive and a motivation for the entire department to  discuss the growth of sociology as an academic discipline. Subsequently, the lecture transformed into a stimulating debate followed by the questioning session which went successfully for two hours.

 

Department ‘s Cultural Festival- Cynosure

The  Sociology Association, ‘Homosociologicus’ organized the cultural Fest –CYNOSURE on 14th November 2010. This years’ theme was ‘Youth Deviance- Reproduction of Non conformity in contemporary Age.’ Various inter and intra college competions like Visual Interpretation, Add Mad, Just a minute, poster making and group discussion was part of the day. Students from different colleges like Lady Shri Ram, Hindu, Miranda House, Venkateshwar college, Gargi and Jesus and Mary actively participated and won prizes.

 Release of the first department Newsletter &University position holder being awarded medal

 On Febuary 22nd 2011, another departmental meet of students and teahers  was held presided by the Principal. This was in relation to the launch of the first edition of the sociology newsletter,’Habitus-volume1’ as well as to honour the university toppers of our department. The medals were distributed to the meritorious students, occupying the First and the second positions in the university 2010-2011.The entire department applauded the students and appreciated the newsletter. The Principal encouraged and congratulated the department for its efforts and suggested to continue with our second edition. This was a real moment to cherish.

 Beside these major activities the department was engaged in organizing film screening by NGOs- Jagori-a centre for women screened the movie ‘Gender trouble’ and had a discussion with students on the movie as well as a general discussion on status of women in today’s society. Cry-Child Right and You screened a movie on disability and discussed the social problems of disabled childre

The students of the department actively participated in the making of human chain on women’s International day(8th March) shouting slogans for ensuring safety and equality of women. They also participated in the NGO mela organized by NSS and volunteered to sale products of different organization

On March12, 2011, an inhouse lecture was conducted by Dr. Amit Kumar Sharma This was an attempt to brainstorm the students, while discussing the theory as part of their’s regular classroom teachings.

 

 

 

Report 2011-2012

 L'Esprit- The Psychology department of Kamala Nehru College has been organizing various activities apart from the academic work. We are a large group of 96 students and a reputed group of teachers who are at all times communicating with the students and assisting them in their over all growth. 

The session started in July with the traditional Fresher's Welcome for the 1st years. It was a 'themed' friendly interaction. A warm welcome followed by some cultural performance was organized. The fresher felt proud to be a part of the institution and looked forward to the coming years.

The Departmental election was held in the month of August for the posts of  President, General Secretary and Treasurer wherein, Omika Obhrai (3rdYr) became the President, Shatrupra Chakraborty (2ndYr) the General Secretary and Shireen Dosa (1^st Yr) became the Treasurer.

A workshop by Dr.KC Tuli on Gestalt Psychology was organized on 2^nd Sept 2011. This workshop was attended by all members and teachers.  It was a very interactive workshop where in Dr Tuli showed us a documentary to explain  the concept of Life Graph. We all made this and it was followed by basic postures and skills of counseling. 

In October we had a movie screening in the college ,The Shutter Island which was followed by a discussion on the film. This was a wonderful form of learning wherein we watched a film and understood various aspects of the human mind.

Post Diwali break, when the exam stress was on with everyone making sure that they have all their notes in place, the sweatshirts were designed. Suggestions poured in from all.  By the time exams started, we were all wearing them and feeling proud to show off that we were a part of L'Esprit at KNC.

In January another movie screening took place.
Many 3rd year students attended workshops at VIMHANS and Adiva on Transference-Counter Transference and Basic Counseling Skills.

A guest speaker program was held in February, where Mrs. Vibha Malhotra, a successful Human Resource Consultant spoke on Androgogy- learning strategies focused on adults. It helped us in understanding about various other branches of Organizational Psychology which we could pursue in the future. 

In the month of March we organized a field trip to VIMHANS where we got practical exposure to work in a mental health hospital, how to handle the patients and what are the core ingredients to become a good clinician.

In the same month, a talk was also organized by Jamia University in order to introduce us to the new course on 'Child Development' that they have launched. 

Last activity was the farewell. A 'themed' departmental farewell was organized by the 1st &2nd year students for their super seniors-the graduating class, where each one sang and danced, ate and enjoyed. All the 3^rd year students received a title each with a small token of remembrance.

The year 2011-2012 was full of activities for our department wherein we all bonded well, learnt a lot and yes we do feel that we grew too…

We at L'Esprit make a constant effort to interact with each other in a friendly manner and our faculty members are simply great enough to support us academically as well as in arranging the extracurricular activities.

  

 

 

 

 

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