The Department of Political Science of The Bhawanipur Education Society College organised a workshop entitled “Adulting 101: How to be an Adult”, a series of 12 engaging sessions aimed at equipping young college students with essential life skills. This workshop was approved by the IQAC of the college and covered various aspects and skills necessary for thriving in the adult world. The sessions included were:
Session 1: Nuances of Communication
Resource Person: Ms. Arundhati Mazumdar, Corporate Communications Trainer and Faculty at The BESC
Participants gained insights into effective communication techniques and the importance of interpersonal interactions.
Session 2: Digital Hygiene in the Digital Age
Resource Person: Mr. Joydeep Das Gupta, Google News Initiative Trainer; Editor, NewsSense
Participants learned to discern between misinformation and disinformation, developing skills to protect themselves in the digital realm.
Session 3: Dressing Appropriately
Resource Persons: Mr. Rajkiran Dass and Ms. Nabanita Biswas, Faculties from Bhawanipur Design Academy
Participants discovered the art of dressing appropriately, learning various methods to wear a tie, drape a saree, wear a dhoti, and develop their own fashion sense.
Session 4: Navigating AI and Machine Learning Applications
Resource Person: Mr. Vivek George Koshy, Artificial Intelligence Expert; Consultant, Accenture
Participants explored the practical applications of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, discovering how emerging technologies can enhance efficiency in daily tasks.
Session 5: Self Management Techniques using Social and Emotional Intelligence
Resource Person: Ms. Salony Priya, Mental Health Expert; Founder and Director, Ummeed
Participants delved into self-awareness and stress management techniques, improving their emotional well-being and personal development.
Session 6: Financial Literacy
Resource Person: Mr. Ankit Patwari, Chartered Accountant; Faculty, Department of Commerce, The BESC
Participants learned essential financial skills, including banking fundamentals, investment considerations, and personal and family budgeting.
Session 7: Laws in Everyday Life
Resource Person: Dr. Vaneeta Patnaik, Associate Professor of Law, WBNUJS
Participants gained insights into basic laws related to personal safety, family rights, dealing with legal entities, and exercising their democratic rights.
Session 8: PowerPoint, Presentations, and Miscellaneous Aspects
Resource Person: Mr. Karan Vora, Public Speaking Trainer and Faculty member of the Department of Political Science, The BESC
Participants acquired skills in effective time management, Microsoft tools, and ICT tools for delivering impactful presentations.
Session 9: Dealing with Emergencies
Resource Person: Captain Aditya Raj, The BESC NCC Unit
Participants learned essential emergency response techniques, including earthquake preparedness, handling accidents, and managing various exigencies.
Session 10: Basics of Employment and Human Resource Management
Resource Person: Ms. Pritha Chanda, Human Resource Professional, Faculty member of the Business Administration Department of The BESC
Participants explored various employment types, employment rights, interview skills, and methods to enhance employability.
Session 11: Photography and Videography
Resource Person: Mr. Sanmitra Dutta, Media expert; Faculty from the Department of Journalism and Mass Communication
Participants learned techniques to capture and present impactful images and videos to effectively communicate their ideas.
Session 12: Essentials of Health
Resource Person: Dr. Shahrukh Raza, Medical Expert
Participants received valuable guidance on maintaining overall health, dispelling common health myths, and adopting a healthy lifestyle.
The workshop received overwhelmingly positive feedback from the participants, who expressed their gratitude for the knowledge and experiences they gained. Participants appreciated the interactive nature of the sessions, the expertise of the resource persons, and the practical relevance of the topics covered. The Workshop was coordinated by Karan Vora. More than 30 students completed the workshop and received their certificates and mementos from Prof. Amala Dhandhania, Associate Professor of the Department of Political Science on 17th May, 2023.
“A Billion here, a billion there, and pretty soon you are talking about real Money” With the above motto in mind CNBC AWAZ, a Hindi news channel which is joint venture between CNBC and Television 18, based in Greater Noida came to Bhawanipur College, for its financial literacy show Pehla Kadam. The Anchor for the …
The Kolkata Literary Meet 2025, held at the Horticulture Garden in Alipore, was a resounding success. It was a 6-day long event with each day having its own specialty and elements. On Day 1, our team of six volunteers participated in the event, which commenced with a briefing on our roles. The inauguration ceremony featured …
Organised by The Department of Commerce (UG & PG) in collaboration with the IQAC Organising Secretaries : Sayan Roy and Barnasree Chatterjee Platform : Video-conferencing through Google meet Date : July 29, 2020 (Wednesday) from 4.00 pm to 6.00 pm A panel discussion on “Survival strategies of Tourism and Hospitality Industries amid Global Pandemic: The …
The Department of Journalism and Mass Communication of The Bhawanipur Education Society College conducted a special lecture titled “Journey of an Indian Pilgrim: Rammohan Roy” on 4th November 2022. The resource person was Prof. Debjani Ganguly, Associate Professor of the Department of History. The lecture was not only attended by the students but also by …
Adulting 101: How to be an Adult
The Department of Political Science of The Bhawanipur Education Society College organised a workshop entitled “Adulting 101: How to be an Adult”, a series of 12 engaging sessions aimed at equipping young college students with essential life skills. This workshop was approved by the IQAC of the college and covered various aspects and skills necessary for thriving in the adult world. The sessions included were:
Session 1: Nuances of Communication
Resource Person: Ms. Arundhati Mazumdar, Corporate Communications Trainer and Faculty at The BESC
Participants gained insights into effective communication techniques and the importance of interpersonal interactions.
Session 2: Digital Hygiene in the Digital Age
Resource Person: Mr. Joydeep Das Gupta, Google News Initiative Trainer; Editor, NewsSense
Participants learned to discern between misinformation and disinformation, developing skills to protect themselves in the digital realm.
Session 3: Dressing Appropriately
Resource Persons: Mr. Rajkiran Dass and Ms. Nabanita Biswas, Faculties from Bhawanipur Design Academy
Participants discovered the art of dressing appropriately, learning various methods to wear a tie, drape a saree, wear a dhoti, and develop their own fashion sense.
Session 4: Navigating AI and Machine Learning Applications
Resource Person: Mr. Vivek George Koshy, Artificial Intelligence Expert; Consultant, Accenture
Participants explored the practical applications of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, discovering how emerging technologies can enhance efficiency in daily tasks.
Session 5: Self Management Techniques using Social and Emotional Intelligence
Resource Person: Ms. Salony Priya, Mental Health Expert; Founder and Director, Ummeed
Participants delved into self-awareness and stress management techniques, improving their emotional well-being and personal development.
Session 6: Financial Literacy
Resource Person: Mr. Ankit Patwari, Chartered Accountant; Faculty, Department of Commerce, The BESC
Participants learned essential financial skills, including banking fundamentals, investment considerations, and personal and family budgeting.
Session 7: Laws in Everyday Life
Resource Person: Dr. Vaneeta Patnaik, Associate Professor of Law, WBNUJS
Participants gained insights into basic laws related to personal safety, family rights, dealing with legal entities, and exercising their democratic rights.
Session 8: PowerPoint, Presentations, and Miscellaneous Aspects
Resource Person: Mr. Karan Vora, Public Speaking Trainer and Faculty member of the Department of Political Science, The BESC
Participants acquired skills in effective time management, Microsoft tools, and ICT tools for delivering impactful presentations.
Session 9: Dealing with Emergencies
Resource Person: Captain Aditya Raj, The BESC NCC Unit
Participants learned essential emergency response techniques, including earthquake preparedness, handling accidents, and managing various exigencies.
Session 10: Basics of Employment and Human Resource Management
Resource Person: Ms. Pritha Chanda, Human Resource Professional, Faculty member of the Business Administration Department of The BESC
Participants explored various employment types, employment rights, interview skills, and methods to enhance employability.
Session 11: Photography and Videography
Resource Person: Mr. Sanmitra Dutta, Media expert; Faculty from the Department of Journalism and Mass Communication
Participants learned techniques to capture and present impactful images and videos to effectively communicate their ideas.
Session 12: Essentials of Health
Resource Person: Dr. Shahrukh Raza, Medical Expert
Participants received valuable guidance on maintaining overall health, dispelling common health myths, and adopting a healthy lifestyle.
The workshop received overwhelmingly positive feedback from the participants, who expressed their gratitude for the knowledge and experiences they gained. Participants appreciated the interactive nature of the sessions, the expertise of the resource persons, and the practical relevance of the topics covered. The Workshop was coordinated by Karan Vora. More than 30 students completed the workshop and received their certificates and mementos from Prof. Amala Dhandhania, Associate Professor of the Department of Political Science on 17th May, 2023.
Related Posts
CNBC Awaaz Report (Pehla Kadam)
“A Billion here, a billion there, and pretty soon you are talking about real Money” With the above motto in mind CNBC AWAZ, a Hindi news channel which is joint venture between CNBC and Television 18, based in Greater Noida came to Bhawanipur College, for its financial literacy show Pehla Kadam. The Anchor for the …
The Kolkata Literary Meet 2025
The Kolkata Literary Meet 2025, held at the Horticulture Garden in Alipore, was a resounding success. It was a 6-day long event with each day having its own specialty and elements. On Day 1, our team of six volunteers participated in the event, which commenced with a briefing on our roles. The inauguration ceremony featured …
Report on Panel Discussion on “Survival Strategies of Tourism and Hospitality Industries amid the Global Pandemic: The Indian Scenario
Organised by The Department of Commerce (UG & PG) in collaboration with the IQAC Organising Secretaries : Sayan Roy and Barnasree Chatterjee Platform : Video-conferencing through Google meet Date : July 29, 2020 (Wednesday) from 4.00 pm to 6.00 pm A panel discussion on “Survival strategies of Tourism and Hospitality Industries amid Global Pandemic: The …
Journey of an Indian Pilgrim: Rammohan Roy
The Department of Journalism and Mass Communication of The Bhawanipur Education Society College conducted a special lecture titled “Journey of an Indian Pilgrim: Rammohan Roy” on 4th November 2022. The resource person was Prof. Debjani Ganguly, Associate Professor of the Department of History. The lecture was not only attended by the students but also by …