The Voice

JYOTI NIVAS

PRE - UNIVERSITY COLLEGE

The

2015-16

Our Motto Our Vision

“Let Your Light Shine” “Communion, Excellence, Service, Relevance”

Our Mission

“To Turn Out Intellectually Enlightened, Morally Upright, Spiritually Oriented,
Socially Committed and Emotionally Balanced Young Persons.”

The Cover page of our college magazine is the Golden Jubilee logo. The
two hands symbolize the blessings given from above and joyfully received. The
recipient hand upholds the values of excellence, communion, service and faith that
are the core values of the College. The light/flame of the College is cherished and
passed on to generations of students. The flame embodies Jyoti Nivas College as
the abode of light and the motto ‘Let Your Light Shine’. The dominant colour of
the flag brown honours the Patron Saint of the institution St. Joseph. The number
50 commemorates the special occasion of the Golden Jubilee celebrating it as

‘Suvarna Mahotsava’.

CONTENTS

Message : Sr. Philomena Cardoza 4

Message : Sr. Josephine Hoover 5

Principal’s Report 6

Teaching Faculty 16

Admin Staff & Support Staff 17

Golden Jubilee Batch 18

President’s Report 23

Best Outgoing Students 26

Sports Report 27

Sports Team 28

Academic Prizes 31

Team Reports 35

Orientation / Investiture 41

Cultural Secretary’s Report 43

Articles 45

Golden Jubilee Celebration 48

Teacher’s Day /Student’s Day 55

Freshie Queen / Artemis 60

Club Activities 63

Retreat 68

AICUF 73

AICUF Report 75

Christmas Celebration / Photo Gallery 82

College Day / Graduation Day 87

Valedictory Speeches 89

Art Gallery 123

Language Articles 125

Editors

Editor in Chief

Sr. Louisa Sebastian

Staff Editors Language Editors

Ms. Vinita David Sr. Nathalia D’souza
Mrs. Shirley Paul Mr. Manjunath
Mrs. Swapna Carvalho Mrs. Subhadra Kumari
Mrs. Sushma Janet D’souza
Student Editors
Aamina Shabeer II HESP ISEBA ‘A’
Huda Mohsina II PCMB ‘A’ Ashwini Bhat I HESP
Wafah saleem II SEBA ‘B’ Dishare Ghosh IPCMB ‘A’
Doris Deborah II PCME Sahrish Mahmood IPCMB ‘C’
Hemanshi Sethia II SEBA ‘A’ Michelle Sarah IPCME
Anuhya Nature II SEBA ‘A’ Shifa Talath IPCME
Priyanka S II SEBA ‘C’ Anushka Chhikara I PCME
Ayesha Ali II SEBA ‘B’ S. Sneha
Shreya Shetty II SEBA ‘B’ Mrinalini Rao I PCBM ‘D’
Nimra Parvez II SEBA ‘B’ Elvita Lobo II PCMB ‘B’
Namrita Mariam ISEBA ‘A’ Sahana Iyengar II HESP
Saara Singh I SEBA ‘A’ Sharon Esther II PCMP ‘A’
Dimple II SEBA ‘A’

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Editorial

Ms. Vinita David

Co-ordinator

Our college magazine epitomizes the voyage and exhibits the literary
skills of our students. It was quite inspiring to watch and witness the
potential of our students at various stages and situations. The trying
and testing times of the year has elicited our students to put forth their best.
The purpose of our College Magazine is to inform, engage, inspire and entertain a
diverse readership by presenting an intimate, timely and honest portrait of the College
-- its people, its programs, its history, its challenges, its resources and its mission.
This special publication of the Golden Jubilee Magazine is a keen effort of many
who have put their talents together into devoted action towards the realization of the
celebration of our Golden Jubilee.
Attaining 50 years is far from being a period of resting on past achievements and
glory. The period which lies ahead confronts the current and future Students, Staff
and the Administration, with unprecedented challenge - to persist and promote Jyoti
Nivas Pre - University College into a whole new magnitude of expression, escalation
and profusion towards the fulfillment of the vision and mission of our college.
This publication ‘The VOICE’ will serve as a fitting tribute, a historical record
and an enduring relic that will survive the activities of the Golden Jubilee year.
Dear Reader join us as we look back at the year gone by...
Read on!!!!

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Message from the

PROVINCIAL

Jyoti Nivas College has been in the forefront providing quality education
to women since 1966. The Pre - University College has made consistent
progress in all areas - academic, cultural, sports and team building in
ways relevant to both the staff and students.
It gives me immense pleasure to note that the response to this issue of our
College Magazine ‘The VOICE’ has been overwhelming. The wide-spectrum
of articles in different sections gives us a sense of pride that our students and
teachers possess creative potential and original thinking in ample measure
and I applaud the stimulated thoughts and varied hues of the articles.
A Commendable job has also been done by the Editorial Board in
planning and bringing out the magazine. My hearty congratulation goes out
to the Principal Sr. Louisa the Teaching, Administrative and Support staff,
Management, Students and the entire team for taking up the responsibility of
the arduous task of the college magazine in the most efficient and effective
manner.
I seize this opportunity to bid adieu to the outgoing Golden Jubilee batch
of students on the successful completion of their course of study at Jyoti Nivas
College. I am confident that wherever our students are placed they shall work
with passion, courage and dedication bringing laurels, name and fame to their
Alma Mater.
Wishing you all the best in your ventures, efforts and careers.

Sr. Philomena Cardoza Jyoti Nivas PU College

Provincial Superior,
PROVINCE OF BANGALORE

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Message from the

MANAGER

The year 2015 has flown by but the activities you staff have conducted
are an unforgettable memory for the students. You have made a mark
in their life academically, socially and spiritually. As mentors you have
given the parents to understand where their ward stands in her academic
performance.
It is encouraging to see the cooperation of the staff in all the activities. May
God bless you and your families this New Year.
The Students Union under the guidance of the staff have bloomed and
excelled in the activities of the College and you have grown together to do
well in your talents.
Students prepare to pass out with distinction. The time is now to put in
more effort into the subject that needs your attention.
The first PUC students, I guess, are putting in all their best to reap a glorious
result. Remember that every moment you study you are earning your way to
grand success.
You are the Golden Batch of Jyoti Nivas College’s Golden Jubilee Year
(1966-2015).
Dear students the motto “Let you light shine” be a torch that you carry to
share mercy, compassion and love with the weak and down trodden of our
society. Sr. Lousia, the Principal, your guidance, care, concern and support for
the staff is outstanding. May God bless you and keep you in His good care.
Wishing each one of you a Happy New Year! May God lead you in all the
endeavors you take up this year 2016.

Sr. Josephine Hoover

Manager,
Jyoti Nivas College Pre University

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Principal’s Report

- on College Day

“Praise God with shouts of “ Indeed wonderful are the deeds of the
joy all people. Sing to the Lord. His divine mercy has led us through 50
glory of His name. Offer Him years of service to His people at Jyoti Nivas.
glorious praise. Say to God how
Ladies and gentlemen with the blessings
wonderful are the things you of the Almighty we have arrived at an
do. Your power is so great. important milestone - the fiftieth year of
Jyoti Nivas. Yes, we are celebrating the
Psalm 66 : 1-3 Golden Jubilee, and this is a special
occasion, the college day of the golden
jubilee year.

Distinguished chief guests
Dr. Somashekhar I.A.S, Dr. Vijayalakshmi
Professor of Pediatric Cardiology, Sri.
Jayadeva Institute of Cardiovascular
Sciences and Research, my dear
Sr. Josephine Hoover, Manager Jyoti
Nivas PU college and Superior Jyoti Nivas
Community, Dr. Sr. Elizabeth, Principal.

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Jyoti Nivas college Autonomous & Councilor mission and vision for the new students, the
Bangalore Province, Dr. Sr. Lalitha Director, top ten of the 155 who secured distinction in
Post graduate course, Sr. Rosarita, former the second year pre university board exam
chief librarian and the present hostel March 2015, were acknowledged with awards
warden, Sr. Lavina and Sr. Sapna, Jyoti Nivas of appreciation. The overall pass percentage
composite Library, Sisters Nathalia and in the II PU board exam is 85. 460 had secured
Sajitha, Pre University College, my dear staff, first class.
parents and students.
The percentage of pass in I PUC Final Exam
Like every other year we began this March 2015 is 97.42. 117 secured distinctions
academic year with the admission work in and 443 first class. For the admission policies
the month of May. Along with the office staff, that we follow these results are actually
our teaching staff also worked hand in hand outstanding. Thanks to our dedicated staff
to scrutinize the details about every single who work tirelessly to bring out the best in
applicant to abide strictly by the admission our students both bright and weak. Without
policies of our college. As known to you Jyoti fail, on schedule, a first term exam, a mid-
Nivas is run by the Society of the Sisters of term exam, two pre-final exams for II PUC
St. Joseph of Tarbes, which firmly believes students, a first term exam, a mid-term
in the mission of education in uplifting the exam, Class tests and one pre-final exam
society. Consequently we do everything for the I PUC students are conducted and
possible within the norms laid down for valued. Accordingly remedial classes are also
minority institutions by the state government conducted. It is these measures that have
to admit first generation learners and the helped us achieve academic success despite
underprivileged even if they have minimum admission policies favoring the weaker
qualifying percentage. Although we encounter section.
certain difficulties, these do not deter us from
pursuing our mission. I am proud to say that Along with academic training, career
all the institutions that belong to the society guidance programs by Educafe are conducted
of St. Joseph of Tarbes follow this ideology. on a regular basis. This is a special training
that we offer for these crucial years of our
This academic year 965 students were students.
admitted to the First Pre- University courses,
472 to the science courses, 397 to commerce Keeping pace with the racing time in the
courses and 96 to Arts. tightly packed academic schedule of the Pre
University Courses, we pool in all efforts,
Classes for the II PU Students began from organize various programs to mould our
the 1st of June 2015 and for the fresher’s from students in all facets of their personality.
the 11th of June.
Right at the beginning of the year the II
The Orientation program for the I PUC year PU students had an intense three day
students and parents was held on Wednesday program conducted by IGNITORS headed
the 10th of June 2015. On this day besides by Fr. Bryan SJ. Students were exposed to
briefing the parents about our college, our a variety of activities and themes which are
Jyoti Nivas PU College vital to the well being of the society and to
them personally, including a Swach Bharath

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mission where students were given a big the hunt for fresh talent Freshie Queen
polythene bag and were asked to collect dry 2015, and the major event ARTEMIS, the
waste on roads and footpaths. At the end of intercollegiate cultural fest which brings
the three days the students felt empowered students of various colleges across the city
with knowledge and power to face life on a common platform which teaches them
courageously. team spirit, makes the youngsters confident
and prepares them to face the new globalised
Our nation is blessed with a lot of world. Artemis was on the 10th and 11th
of December. The chief guests were Mr.

young blood. Training them to be leaders Arjun Janya (music director) and Mr. Prahlad
at this tender age is our responsibility. At Acharya a shadow play artist, illusionist and
Jyoti Nivas it is done diligently. We have a stunt performer. Artemis was a grand success
Students Union. Elections are conducted and a huge crowd puller. Our students have
every year. Office bearers of the students also participated in other intercollegiate
union are elected democratically. To help cultural fests, emerged winners and have
and guide them two efficient staff members brought us laurels.
are appointed as the Advisors of the student
union. The elections were conducted in March
2015 and the investiture of the office bearers
was on the 23rd of June 2015.

Before taking up office the student

leaders participated in a leadership camp FRESH FACE
conducted by Mr. Mahajan to learn the skills Jyoti Nivas PU College
of leadership.

The young leaders organise many
programs meticulously. The first one being

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hunt of the Times of India, Bangalore city was
conducted on our campus on the 16th of Corporate law, Logo quiz, Crisis Management,
September 2015. Queen social and Market fair were conducted.
Market fair was clubbed with Rajyotsava
Excursions are important exercises of celebrations and what seemed like a mini
learning and growing up. market consisted of various stalls selling items
like food, accessories, jewellery etc.
On 10th 0ctober 2015, 91 students along
with 10 staff went on an exciting 5 day trip To cater to the All-Round development
to Kerala. Apart from this group, another of our students we have made Sports an
group, our non teaching staff visited Mysore integral part of our education. Many of our
on the 2nd of October. Teaching staff will students take part in state and National level
be going to a different spot shortly. These tournaments.
times that we spent together on picnics really
strengthens the bond between us. Cassandra Griffiths from II PCMB ‘B’,
participated in the Taekwondo State
Every year SCIPIO the commerce club Championship which was held at Dharwad
organizes week long intra-collegiate events. and won a Bronze medal for our state.
This year from 17th to 22nd of November
enterprising events like Best Manager, Swathi R.V. and a team of 11 members won
the district level Hockey tournament against
NMKRV College.

Our Hockey team emerged winners in the
PU Board inter-collegiate sports tournament.

The P. U. district level Athletics meet was
held at Loyala College, Banglaore from 29th
to 30th Oct 2015.Our students won 9 medals
including 4 gold medals ,2 silver medals, and
3 bronze medals.

The Hockey team, the athletic and the
throw ball teams of our college represented in
the district and State level.

NCC is another unit that has done us
proud always. The year 2015-16 brought
excellent opportunities for the NCC Cadets
at Jyoti Nivas College. The year started with

Jyoti Nivas PU College 100 cadets, 46 of them new. Our cadets have
taken part in various state level activities
like Combined Annual Training Camp
and Hospital Attachment Training Camps,
National level activities like Thal Sainik

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Camp and National integration Camps. 18 The Kannada Rajyotsava was celebrated
Cadets attended Combined Annual Training on the 28th of November 2015 in a grand
Camp held at Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya, manner as Nada Habba. Akai Padmashali,
Doddaballapur. They stood first in most of Rajyotsava award winner and cine artist
the camp activities and competitions like the Sindhu Lokanth were the chief guests for the
Drill competition, Cultural competitions and occasion. The colourful programs, Janapada
the Sports competitions. 16 cadets attended Kamsale and other events, made the Habba a
the Combined Annual Training Camps held real cultural feast of our own Karunadu.
at Tumkur and were educated about firing
and obstacles training. Cadet Prachi Singh Amid the cultural events the outreach
attended the Thal Sainik Camp held at Delhi, programs are neither forgotten nor sidelined.
and participated in many events like Firing, In fact, our girls are very eager to reach out
Obstacles training, Health and Hygiene and to the needy in the society and are part of
many more. many social activities. AICUF is the main

Six Cadets from JNC were a part of the player in this sphere of action. During the
Independence Day Parade at Field Marshall year AICUFers regularly visited GERIZIM,
Manekshaw Parade Ground. Nine Cadets centre for specially abled children, Augustine
participated in the selections camps for the Nivas, Little Sisters of the Poor, both old age
Thal Sainik Camp and Republic Day Camp homes, Kidwai cancer centre and other such
Batches of 2015. places. The spirit of the youngsters is truly
heartening.
The students union had organized an
elaborate program for the teachers on the 5th Combining World AIDS day and Human
of September. The love and appreciation they Rights day the AICUFers in NEXUS - the drama
showered upon us really moved our hearts. club of JNC put up a thought provoking
skit and mime on the 8th of December to
same day. On the celebrate the days. The theme was Human
Students day Rights for Aids victims.
in November,
food was
provided to the
construction
workers on
the campus.
A simple food
fest, Savi Ruchi
mela hosted for
a cause took
place on the

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AICUFers to visit Sumanahalli leprosy home
on the 18th of December. Socially relevant had the benefit of attending health talks by
meaningful Christmas celebrations were Apollo Consultants.

organized by the Aicuf and the staff members Every day all
on the 22nd of December 2015. of us, staff and
students, come
Interact club is a service oriented club together for the
for the youth between ages 12 to 18 and is assembly. Prayers
part of Rotary International, the world’s first are recited and
service club organization. the National
Anthem, the
State Anthem
and the College
Anthem are sung
on alternate
days. Special
assemblies are
conducted with
relevant themes
like Chennai
floods, demise of Former president Kalam or
AIDS day to create awareness, to inspire and
motivate students.

A two-hour session on life skills and
accelerated learning was conducted for all the
students on the 11th of June in the college
auditorium.

On the 15th of February 2015 the Interact Dr. Ahmed a Psycho- therapist from ‘Mind
club was installed in our college. Throughout Masters’ briefed the students about the effect
December, the entire Interact club visited the of relationships on studies, the effective use of
Government school in Koramangala. This was the brain ,the difference between emotional
their first project and an eye opener for most quotient and intelligence. He highlighted the
of them. negative effect of junk food on studies. He
further emphasized on negative emotions and
On the 7th of August 2015 the students’ how emotional quotient can help students to
union members along with Interact members perform better.
participated in the ‘Faarz project’ picking up
garbage and repainting the walls right behind An informative session was conducted
our college. The finance for this project
was raised by collecting 1 kg newspaper
from each class. Many more unique service
oriented activities were conducted by the
INTERACTERS during the year.

11th October 2015 JYOTI NIVAS PU college
in collaboration with APOLLO medical centre
took part in the walkathon, to promote
awareness about the importance of cancer
screening among women. Participants also

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on the 27th of June for the II PU students only academically but in all ways. The mentors
and their parents about CYBER CRIME. The keep a track of the academic performance of
same was conducted for the I PU students their wards and they meet the parents during
and parents on the 4th of July by Mr. Hamsa the Parent -Teacher meeting which we have
Hussain Deputy Superintendent of Police. He three times a year. The first PTA meeting was
highlighted on how Technology has become conducted on the 15th of September. The
mankind’s DNA in today’s knowledge driven second PTA meeting was conducted on the
world. We not only have to match the hackers 7th of November. Along with the mentors the
but we have to race ahead of them. His slogan
for us was that ‘Together we can and together discipline committee also helps a great deal
we will find a method to overcome this digital in this regard. With the present possibilities
madness’. Live videos of chain snatching of entertainment, the young people are easily
and vehicle robbery were played for us and led astray. The alert discipline committee
the same was briefed by Mr. Altaf constable, helps to deal with the situation by checking
Madiwala police station, Crime branch. constantly the attendance and academic
performance of all the students. A constant
In December 2015 students had a session vigil combined with great concern helps us
on Road Safety given by Suraksha Car Care. counsel and correct our young students.
The session highlighted the importance of
road safety through various videos creating To render emotional support for the
an impact on our minds which would make us students a counsellor is on campus on all
give a serious thought about our security as working days of the week. Besides all this
we travel. we have a student welfare committee which
also extends a helping hand to students from
N.A Global Law School conducted a economically weaker sections by providing
session on Fundamental Rights and Duties fee concessions, midday meals, book bank
for the students on the 13th of November. facilities and medical assistance.
This school imparts education on ‘Law, Legal
Rights and Awareness’. We were given a
briefing about how law is instrumental for
social change, especially for women.

Dear students and parents we walk Jyoti Nivas PU College
the extra mile to organise the above
mentioned programs so that our students are
empowered personally and socially.

To mold and to guide them in the right
way, we have devised a system of bonding
between staff and students called The Mentor
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life and these moral value are the pillars of
the society and make us more humane in our teachers add many credentials to the credit of
behavior. Weekly moral philosophy classes are our institution.
conducted.
Ms. Jonita Aro Department of English
At the end of the academic year the best presented a paper on ‘Constructing
outgoing students are honored with awards. Masculinity: Depiction of The Superheroes
The Best Outgoing AICUF student is Fiona Superman and Batman’ in an international
Aljo of II PCME. paper presentation on comics conducted
BEST NCC CADET - Jotika Roshan Raj of by Dr. M.G.R University Chennai. She also
II SEBA ‘A’. presented a paper in a National seminar in
BEST OUT GOING SPORTS WOMAN IS - Fathima College Madurai on the topic – ‘One
Jeevitha K of II SEBA ‘B’. Part Woman: A Criticism on Superstition than
on Religion’.
The prestigious JYOTI PRIZE goes to -
Deeksha Girish of II PCMB ‘B’ for Science, Mrs. Parimala G, Faculty, Dept of
Roselyn Grace of II SEBA ‘A’ for Commerce, Electronics; Mrs. Jayapreetha, Faculty Dept of
Charisma Michael.G of II HESP for Arts. Chemistry and Mrs. Smitha Maria D’Souza,
Congratulations my dear Students. Faculty, Dept of Chemistry completed
B.Ed. from Frank College of Education,
For the myriad of activities that we Bangalore University, Ms. Farha Naaz,
organize for our students our teachers need faculty Department of English was part of a
to have special orientation and outlook. An conference about The World Court of Women
Orientation Program was organized for all the Against War for Peace, on the 16th November
Teaching Staff on the 29th and 30th of May 2015 at Mount Carmel College, Bangalore.
2015.
2015 being the Jubilee year, the college
The 29th of May, was a day for internal has come up with a number of spiritual
evaluation and reorientation. activities. To turnout spiritually oriented
morally upright and socially committed young
On the 30th of May, a full day session was women is the mission of the college. In lieu,
conducted by Mr. Sunil Mahajan, touching morning prayer services and rosaries in the
upon the aspects of our life, the Purpose of evening, on alternative days of the week are
our living and people who have inspired us. conducted. Every first Friday of the month
theme based Holy mass, reflecting on the
Once again six traits of Sisters of St. Joseph of Tarbes
on the 3rd of are celebrated. Special initiative was taken
July a workshop by the Principal and religion committee to
was conducted foster faith by conducting religion classes with
for the staff. Mr YOUCAT as its syllabus. The committee has
Ajit Kaikini the taken keen interest in this collaboration with
Founder of Soft Arch Diocese of Bangalore.
skill training
institute,
Buoyancy and
motivational trainer empowered the staff by
helping them to tap their potentials. Mr Ajit ‘s
session inspired the teachers to give their best
in all that they do for the betterment of the
students and the society at large.
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The inaugural mass for the current sessions were conducted by Dr. Sr. Lalitha, Sr.
Euphrasia, Sr. Emma Machado Sr. Josephine
academic year was held on 18th June 2015. Hoover and Sr. Louisa. The sisters emphasized
The theme of the mass was ‘Make me a on the six traits of the Congregation which
blessing O Lord’ helped the staff understand the nuances of
the life and the commitment that the sisters’
The Catholic students were spiritually of St. Joseph of Tarbes who run this institution
enriched and renewed by a three day hold dear.
retreat led by Jesus Youth group. Sr. Lalitha
Thomas SJT and Sr. Benedicta Mary SJT also A retreat for Non teaching staff was also
conducted inspiring sessions. organized on 26th November 2015. It was
conducted by Sr. Emma Machado. Sister
The staff were part of a day of reflection spoke to the staff about the 6 traits of Sisters
at St. Francis Xavier school auditorium, Frazer of St Joseph of Tarbes.
town on the 16th of OCT. This was an exercise
to make known to the staff how the spirit of The highlight of the year for us is without
any doubt, the GOLDEN JUBILEE. Preparations
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months in advance. On the 11th of August
the celebrations began.70 priests had
been invited for the inaugural mass. The
programme was a cultural splendor. The
history of the college was presented as a
dance drama. The Principals of the past
50 years took us back to the times of their
journey through the portals of Jyoti Nivas.

Day two saw the entire college in bright
yellow, geared up to participate in the 7 km
walkathon from St. Fracis Xavier school (the
old campus of Jyoti Nivas college) to the
present campus in Koramangala. Principals,
Staff and Students began the walkathon,
carrying the lit torch and the banner of the
college, completing it successfully.

Day three was dedicated to HEALTH AND
WELLBEING. 50 stalls were put up on the
campus to cater to well being.

At this moment we are obliged to thank
all those who have helped us in different
capacities.

First and foremost I thank the noble and
dedicated band of my sisters- the family
of Sisters of St. Josephs of Tarbes, I am
exceptionally grateful for their constant
supplication to the Almighty which has
showered us with blessings in all our
endeavors. Sr. Josephine Hoover, Manager of
Jyoti Nivas Pre University college and superior
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support, presence and good counsel. We are surrendering and offering all that we have “
ever grateful. I applaud the hostel warden Sr. achieved to the Lord, praising and thanking
Rosarita for extending her love, warmth and him on behalf of my sisters I conclude with
parental care to the young ones entrusted the words of the Psalmist.
solely to our care. I also thank the librarians
Sr. Lavina, Sr.Sapna and their staff for all their The LORD is God and he has made his light
services. A special word of appreciation and shine on us.
gratitude to my dear Sisters. Nathalia, faculty
member and Sajitha Jose, Administrator “You are my God, and I will praise you;
for their generosity, for spending time and you are my God, and I will exalt you.
thoughts to look after the concerns of the Give thanks to the LORD, for he is good;
college and the campus. Thank you very much
Sajitha and Nathalia. His love endures forever.

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whose dedication, co-operation and hard
work marked by their sincerity of purpose
has aided the progress of the institution and
helped us scale the heights of success. My
dear staff thank you very much. Mrs. Camila
Paul and Mrs. Zaina Abraham student advisors
for this academic year with their good
counsel, constant vigil and efforts to motivate
were beacons of light, leading and guiding
our student union. I thank and appreciate
their immense contribution. My deep sense
of gratitude to the administrative staff and
support staff who have liberally extended
their co-operation and spared their precious
time without counting the cost. Heartfelt
thanks to the sports coaches Mr. John and Mr.
Chandru who are exceptionally dedicated to
the training of our students.

We also thank the Pre University board for
their cooperation and good will towards us.
In retrospect I admit that God has showered
us with his blessings and protected us at
every step we have taken to make the year a
success. I am confident that the coming year
will find us sailing high and smiling again. I
thank each and every one of you once again
for all support and co-operation.

Golden jubilee celebrations will conclude
during the course of the year.

For us Sisters of St. Josephs of Tarbes the
overwhelming feeling is that of gratitude that
we have been miraculously navigated through
these 50 years by the ALMIGHTY LORD.

Ladies and Gentlemen I conclude by

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Teaching Faculty

SITTING (L to R): Mrs. Minu, Mrs .Preethi, Dr. Leelavathi, Mrs. Shwetha, Dr Sajan, Sr. Josephine Hoover (Manager) ,
Sr. Louisa Sebastian (Principal) , Sr. Sajitha( Adminstrator), Mrs. Savitha, Mrs. Zaina, Mrs. Vineetha , Ms. Vinita, Mrs. Camila.
STANDING 1ST ROW (L to R): Mr. Marshall, Mr. Manjunath, Mrs. Chiluka, Mrs. Dhanalakshmi, Mrs. Subhadra , Sr. Nathalia, Mrs. Kavya,
Mrs. Shinitha, Mrs. Abitha, Ms. Preethi, Ms. Shubha, Dr. Arulmathi , Ms. Divya , Ms. Amanda, Ms. Christia, Mrs. Supriya, Mrs. Swapna,
Mrs. Shirley, Mrs. Vrinda, Mr. Ananda.
STANDING 2ND ROW (L to R): Mrs. Jancy, Ms. Meenakshi, Ms. Jonita, Ms. Agnes, Ms. Sonali, Ms. Ardis, Mrs. Malarvizhi, Ms. Syeda,
Ms. Shelmy, Mrs. Jeyanthi , Mrs. Rekha, Ms. Bavya, Mrs. Jayapreetha, Ms. Priyanka, Mrs. Usha, Mrs. Sushma, Mrs. Precilla, Mrs. Shwetha,
Mrs. Josephine, Mrs. Rajitha.
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Sitting (L to R ) - Sr. Josephine Hoover (Manager), Sr. Louisa Sebastian (Principal),
Sr. Sajitha Jose (Administrator).

Standing (L to R ) - Mrs. Elizabeth Roseline, Mrs. Mala, Ms. Ruth R, Mrs. Roopa M , Ms .Salini S,
Mrs. Dores Mary

Support Staff

Sitting (L to R): Sr. Josephine Hoover (Manager), Sr. Louisa Sebastian(Principal),
Sr. Sajitha Jose (Administrator)

Standing 1st row (L to R): Mrs. Eshwari, Mrs. Kanikamary,Mrs.Manju, Mrs.Anthony Mary, Mrs. Geetha, Mrs.
Joyce Martin ,Mrs. Gangamma, Mrs. Bhagya,Mrs. Dores Mary.

Standing 2nd row (L to R): Mr. Nagaraju, Mr. Nanjaiah, Mr.Muniyellappa, Mr. Raja Gopal, Mr .Krishna

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II HESP

II PCMB ‘A’

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II PCMB ‘B’

II PCMB ‘C’ 19

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II PCMB ‘D’

II PCME

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II SEBA ‘B’

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II SEBA ‘C’

II HEBA

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President’s
Report

A very good competition, our results were out. I was
morning and a chosen to be the President for the year 2015-
warm welcome 16, Ashitha Rai as the vice president, Arathi
to our respected B as the cultural secretary, Raksha Ghosh as
Principal, the Treasurer and Michelle John as our sports
dignitaries, staff, secretary. On behalf of the entire union I
parents and all my would like to thank each and every one of you
fellow Jyoti Nivites. for having faith in us that we could take up
Not to exaggerate this job efficiently.
but it actually feels
like only a few After our I PU exams we came back
months since we again in the month of March to start a fresh
got elected as the academic year as the newly elected union.
union and now it’s On 4th, 5th and 6th we had a group of
already time for us people who came from various backgrounds
to leave college. but united as Ignitors to our college to give
us sessions about leadership, feminism,
It’s a saying that stereotypes in the society etc. They also took
“all good things us on field work where we had a great time
must come to an end” and this year just interacting with the public. Jyoti Nivas was
proves it. incomplete without our first PU friends who
It gives me immense pleasure and joy joined us in the month of June. It seemed a
to stand before you all and present the bit odd in the first few days being around
report for the year 2015-16. Our elections with them as each of us interpreted them in
for the academic year took place on Jan different ways. It took us few weeks to realize
5th 2015 even before we ended our first how sweet, adorable and loving all these
PU. I remember that all of us had tensed girls were. They got along with us very well
faces sitting right here getting ready to give and above all none of us felt like they were
our speech as a candidate. After a tough newcomers. This gave us a complete feeling

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of power pack as one big vibrant family.
family of JNC. After this we got an opportunity to make

Our first our teachers happy. Yes it was Teachers Day!
event for the Though we did not put up a lot of shows we
year began made sure that every teacher felt special, so
with the the union decided to give all our teachers
investiture a medal and we asked each class rep and
ceremony sports rep to say a few words about each
where all of us teacher. I’m pretty sure all the teachers must
were officially have been touched by this gesture. But, dear
installed as teachers this seems very little compared to
the union what you’ve done for us. I think today would
and class reps be the right day to thank each and every one
and sports of you. You may not have physically helped
reps from all us but you were always by us whispering
classes. It was prayers for all of us and maybe because of
then time to those small silent prayers we’ve got strength
welcome our freshers’ in an entirely different to face challenges. There were times when
manner, so we organized “Freshie Queen”. We we got out of track and times when we
had nearly 250 students auditioning and after misbehaved. But…I seriously wonder how all
careful observation and judging we had our of you so patiently find a perfect solution
15 finalists. Freshie Queen was on the 16th for all of this. Well I think we need to thank
July where we gave them the theme ‘Fairy God for such wonderful, beautiful and
Tale’. During this time our pillar of support compassionate teachers or more likely friends
was the Art Committee who made beautiful to be a part of our lives. Thank you teachers.
things for us. We had two very prominent My special thanks to my two very supporting,
judges ,Ishaan Jothshi (a stand-up comedian) encouraging and best coordinators Mrs.
and Monisha Gowda (sandalwood film Camila Paul and Mrs. Zaina Abraham for
actress) to judge this event. All our juniors put bearing with the five of us throughout the
in a lot of hard work and determination and at year. They’ve truly been an inspiration and
the end of the day we had Pragya Singh from a guiding light to us and definitely we’ve
1st HESP and Janet from 1st SEBA ‘C’ as the learnt a lot working with them. In the month
Freshie Queen and Freshie Princess. of November we had a food fest organized
This year being our 50th Year we on student’s day. The PU block just smelt
celebrated our Golden Jubilee in the month so good with so many many Varieties of
of August. Golden Jubilee was one full week delicacy which were prepared by students and
celebration where we had the Degree, PU and staff. But to maintain a good appetite food
PG students taking part in it. During this one alone was not enough, to this food fest we
full week we did almost everything together added some games and all this was based
on coupon system which made this go on
24 smoothly. Our next target was Artemis which
was organized on 11th and 12th of December.
Artemis is a cultural inter - collegiate fest
where we had invited over 30 colleges and
more than 3000 students were a part of it. We
tried making it a little different since it was
our Golden Jubilee Year. This year we had 42
events out of which one prominent event was
Greek God and Goddess. The seven of us just

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got an a glimpse last year as to what Artemis lively throughout the year. I would like all
looked like, but this year we experienced of you to give a big round of applause to
working for it day and night. The seven of us all our NCC cadets who attended various
including our teachers toiled every minute of camps and won various laurels to our
that little time given to us to put up this big college. I end with, a big big thank you to
show. my union members. Ashitha is that one
person who I look up to at times when
This time we had invited Mr. Raghu I’m tensed, Arathi is that one hyper kid
to be our DJ and a metal band Kryptos in the union who always rejuvenates my
to play for us at the Battle of the Bands. mood, Raksha also known for her tender
My sincere thanks to our Principal who smile always manages to put a smile on
encouraged us all along. Must say that my face at times when I look low and lastly
Sister has been a great inspiration, a role Michelle taught me to live every moment
model and a bright star for all of us . to the fullest. All of them asked me to tell
a page about them in this report but guys
Thank you sister. trust me even volumes of books wouldn’t
I extend my thanks to Sajan Sir, our be enough to show how much you mean
sports head for helping us to be active and to me. Last but not the least this entire
fun- filled academic year wouldn’t have
ended this smoothly without God’s grace.
It was great being a part of this family, my
second home for these two years.

Thank you.
Deeksha Girish
President

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ARTS 2015-2016

CHARISMA COMMERCE
MICHAEL
ROSELYN
SCIENCE GRACE

DEEKSHA BEST
GIRISH NCC CADET

BEST SPORTS JUO.JOTHIKA
WOMAN ROSHAN
BEST AICUF
JEEVITHA.K
Student
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SPORTS REPORT

2015-2016

The Sports Department of Jyoti Nivas Pre PU Board and other tournaments which
- University began its sports activities for this brought laurels to the College. Many
academic year with the selection of students students represented the state in various
for various disciplines such as Throw Ball, sports tournaments. As a milestone in
Volley Ball, Basketball, Hockey, Athletics, Foot the celebration of Golden Jubilee year of
Ball, Kabadi, Badminton and Kho-Kho. We are the college a Special event. i.e Walkathon
glad that this year we have introduced two was organized by the Sports Department.
more games to motivate our students that is Students walked from the old campus to
Kho-Kho and Kabadi. The selected students the new campus covering a distance of 7
in each of the above disciplines practiced kilometers. This year we also conducted inter
everyday under the guidance of the Physical class Throw Ball Tournament for students the
Education Director, Dr. Sajan George and winners of the class had a privilege to play a
coaches in the specialized fields. friendly Throw ball match against the staff.

Our students participated in intercollegiate
sports tournaments conducted by the

I. Inter-Collegiate Sports Result 10 Pallavi N M I PCMB ‘A’
11 Pooja A II HEBA
Hockey- PU Board Tournament – Winners

Throw Ball- PU Board Tournament – b) ATHLETICS
Runners
1. Jeevitha K II SEBA “B’
Athletics -
4 x 100 mts Relay conducted by Cathedal 2. Pallavi N M I PCMB ‘A’
PU College – First place
3. Diya P L I PCMB ‘A’

II. Inter-class Throw Ball Tournament 4. Ashwini I S I SEBA ‘A’
Winners – II PCMB ‘B’
Runners – II SEBA ‘B’ 5. Abhirami II PCMB ‘A’

III. Representation in District and state level c) THROWBALL

a) Hockey 1. Venessa Maria II HEBA

1. Swathi R.V I PCMB ‘C’ 2. Priya Kumari Ram II SEBA ‘C’

2. Ashwini I S I PCMB ‘C’ 3. Pavithra R II SEBA ‘A’

3. Monisha R II SEBA ‘B’ IV. Outstanding sports award for the year
2015-16

4. Suby Merin Benny I SEBA ‘B’ Best outgoing Sports Woman

5. Aishwarya I SEBA ‘A’ Jeevitha K-II SEBA ‘B’

6. Delvin Shyni II SEBA ‘B’

7. Jeevitha K II SEBA ‘B’

8. Neethu V II SEBA ‘B’

9. Rathna M II SEBA ‘B’

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AtAhtlhelettiiccss TTeeaamm

Standing form Left to Right
Delvin, Keerthana, Varshini, Rathna, Sushmitha,
Gowthami, Swathi, Abhirami, Aishwarya
Sitting from Left to Right
Dr.Sajan George) Physical Education Director),
Sr. Louisa Sebastian (Principal), Jeevitha
Squatting from Left to Right
Monisha, Muthamma, Ashwini, Pooja, Divya,
Pallavi

BmasakeeTt BsaclliTteealhmtA

Standing from Left to Right
Thasmiya, Diya, Pooja, Priya Sehar, Nymisha, Wafi,
Amritha, Romila
Sitting from Left to Right
Dr.Sajan George (Physical Education Director),
Mr.John (Coach), Sr. Louisa Sebastian (Principal)
Michelle
Squatting from Left to Right
Shreya, Pragya

AFtoholet BtiacllsTTeaemam

Standing from Left to Right
Rachel, Keerthana, Danya, Pallavi, Monica,
Delvin, Rathna, Jeevitha, Gowthami, Evlyn,
Swathi, Thanisha, Nikitha, Aishwarya
Sitting from Left to Right
Dr.Sajan George (Physical Education Director),
Sr. Louisa Sebastian (Principal), Maya
Squatting from Left to Right
Suby, Ashwini, Monisha, Muthamma, Pooja,
Varsha, Pooja, Arathi

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AtHholeckteicysTeTaemam

Standing from Left to Right
Suby, Rowena, Monica, Monisha, Jeevitha,
Pooja, Pallavi, Aishwarya, Hamshitha, Arathi.
Sitting from Left to Right
Swathi, Sr.Louisa Sebastian (Principal)., Dr. Sajan
George (Physical Education Director)
Squatting from Left to Right
Rathna, Nikitha, Evlyn, Thanisha, Ashwini, Pooja,
Neethu, Delvin

mKaabeaTdi sTceaitmelhtA

Standing from Left to Right
Pallavi, Chandana, Sushma, Varshini, Shruthi,
Pooja, Rathna
Sitting from Left to Right
Jeevitha, Dr.Sajan George (Physical
Education Director), Sr. Louisa Sebastian
(Principal), Mr. Chandru (Coach)

Jyoti Nivas PU College AKthhole-KthicosTeTaemam

Standing from Left to Right
Chandana, Anusha, Gowthami, Varshini,
Sushma, Jeevitha, Shruthi, Pooja, Rathna, Delvin
Sitting from Left to Right
Rashmi, Dr.Sajan George (Physical Education
Director), Sr.Louisa Sebastian (Principal), Mr.
Chandru (Coach)
Squatting from Left to Right
Pallavi, Abhirami, Pavithra, Nandini

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Standing from Left to Right
Sharanya, Rashmi, Danya
Sitting from Left to Right
Dr.Sajan George (Physical Education Director),
Sr. Louisa Sebastian (Principal), Smruthi

mTaherTowsBcaitlleTlehatmA

Standing from Left to Right
Charishma, Diya, Pavithra, Venessa, Jeevitha,
Rathna, Delvin
Sitting from Left to Right
Deeksha, Sr.Louisa Sebastian (Principal),
Dr.Sajan George (Physical Education Director)
Squatting from Left to Right
Aishwarya, Ashwini

AVtohllleeytBicasll TTeeaamm

Standing from Left to Right
Mona, Rabina, Jeevitha, Lavanya, Deeksha,
Haripriya
Sitting from Left to Right
Brunda, Dr.Sajan George (Physical Education
Director), Sr.Louisa Sebastian (Principal),
Mr. Chandru (Coach)

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ACADEMIC PRIZES

ANNUAL EXAMINATION

II PUC

MARCH 2015

ACADEMIC PRIZES GENERAL PROFICIENCY 571
Sahana B Hubballi 575
Science Supriya S 526
Commerce Shilpa Ramaswamy
Arts

Physics SUBJECT PROFICIENCY 97
Chemistry Sangeetha V. 99
Mathematics Prathiksha D Pai 99
Joshitha Soans 99
Sahana B Hubballi 99
Sukanya R

Biology Akansha Das 100
Lavanya B 100
Malavika J 100

Electronics Anitha G 99

Statistics S Sampriya 100
Vanita Divivedi 100
Yohanna M Irani 100
Zainab Khuzem Banswadawala 100

Economics Nikitha Jhawar 99

Business Studies Afreen 100
B Poojary 100
Bhavya Dhamika 100
Chennur Sai Harshitha Reddy 100

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Geetha Parihar 100

N P Riya Bojacca 100

Pallavi R 100

Pooja G P 100

Poojya C B 100

Priyanka Singh B P 100

Shwetha Sonia S Dsouza 100


Sindhu S 100

Tanya Raksha B 100

Zainab Khuzem Banswadawala 100



Accountancy A R Uma Parvathy 100

Rekha D 100

Yuvashree G S 100



History Supriya S 100

Sociology Shilpa Ramaswamy 90

Psychology Nisha Kimberly Fernandes 98
Preethi S 98

English Ruchita Mohapatra 96

Kannada Harshitha 96
Shebha R 96
Swathi U 96

Hindi Shreya Ramesh Pai 97

French Aditi D Bhat 94

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ACADEMIC PRIZES

ANNUAL EXAMINATION

I PUC

MARCH 2015

General Proficiency

Science NehaUdupa 565
578
Commerce GulipilliAnuhya Nature 556

Arts Prachi S Jaisinghani 98
96
Subject Proficiency 100
100
Physics NehaUdupa 100
100
Chemistry Antara P Shetty 100
100
Mathematics Antara P Shetty 100
98
Bhavana P 100
100
J Irene Infancy 100
98
Madhavi K Mallya 98
98
RachnaChandan 98
98
Akanksha Mishra 98
100
Anusha 100
100
Biology Bhavana P 100

Electronics Anusha 33

Statistics Gulipilli Anuhya Nature

Preetha U

Economics Gulipilli Anuhya Nature

Kavya R

Kavya S

Preethu B S

Brundha S

Prachi S Jaisinghani

Business Studies Divya O

J Roselyn Grace

Amisha Nahta M

Safiney Fatema Shabir Jaffer

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Brundha S 100

NehaPrasanna 100

P R Rupali 100

Accountancy Ayesha Nadia Valki 100

Divya Maria D 100

Divya O 100

Ghanavi M 100

GulipilliAnuhya Nature 100

HemanshiSethia 100

Kavya S 100

Mary Evangline A 100

Preetha U 100

Preethu B S 100

SafineyFatemaShabirJaffer 100

ShariyaMariyam T A 100

SherinSaja 100

Tanya Agarwal 100

Larisha Janet Rodrigues 100

History Prachi S Jaisinghani 98

Sociology Prachi S Jaisinghani 98

Psychology Madhura Chattopadhya 95
Payal Roy 95
Prachi S Jaisinghani 95

English Hemanshi Sethia 95
Kannada Rajalakshmi M 95
Pavithra R 95
Hindi Hemanshi Sethia 96
Manpreet Sabharwal 96
French Elvita Vinitha Lobo 98
Safiney Fatema Shabir Jaffer 98

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Commerce Union

Commerce club was off to a glorious start from distinguished professionals in graphic
in true Jyoti Nivas style soliciting its golden designs to chartered accountants. Teachers
jubilee batch of office bearers and commerce from various departments judged commerce
coordinators on 22nd July 2015. events, showing us that everyone regardless
of their specialisation has commerce
The Office bearers for 2015-16 were embedded in them. The events organised
President: Roselyn Grace J were - Best manager, corporate law, logo
Vice President : Shreya Shetty quiz, crisis management, queen social and
Treasurer : Gloria Seiko Mendes market fair. All these events tap various
Business Secretary : Carolina Fernando sectors of the vast industry of commerce.
Business Secretary : Manisha Pai With the help of the commerce department,
Event Manager : Tanushree Rajagopal we saw a vibrant turn out from both first year
Public Relations Officer : Natasha Simran and second year students. Market fair was
That was the mark of the beginning of all clubbed with Rajyotsava celebrations and
commerce related activities that followed. The what seemed like a mini market consisted
first year students received an introductory of various stalls selling items like food,
session on 5th November 2015 conducted accessories, jewellery etc. And with that, the
by the union solely aimed at bringing the celebrations ended. Results were announced
newly budding entrepreneurs closer to real and hugs were shared. It all came to a happy
life commerce activities that they were going ending, empowering the students to explore
to experience in the days to come. The their talents.
commerce week started on 17th November
and traditionally continued for an entire week Roselyn Grace. J
till 22nd November featuring judges varying President SCIPIO

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Choir REPORT where only the senior choir had sung for the
mass. But as a whole choir we had to perform
“One good thing about music, when it hits for the golden jubilee celebrations held in our
you, you feel no pain” Bob Marley. When one college. The JNPUC choir had to sing along
sings, musical vibrations move through that with the degree choir under the guidance of
person, altering ones physical and emotional Ms. Monica Swetha, the choir conductor of
landscape. Group singing, for those who Jyoti Nivas Autonomous College, this particular
have done it, is the most exhilarating and period was the most amazing time we have
transformative of all. It takes something ever had. We had practiced for almost a month,
incredibly intimate, a sound that begins inside from the time we entered college till six, seven
you, shares it with a roomful of people and it in the evening. The golden jubilee week was a
comes back as something even more thrilling major success and all our hard work had finally
as harmony. As the popularity of group payed off. Everyone was very happy to see what
singing grows, science has been hard at work an amazing performance it was. Now the Jyoti
trying to explain why it has such a calming yet Nivas Pre University Choir is proud to be one
energizing effect on people. What researchers of the best choirs in town. The choir as a whole
are beginning to discover is that singing is the is not just known as a group of singers but as a
kind that both soothes your nerves and elevates family and will always remain a family.
your spirits.
Jyoti Nivas Pre-University College also has
The Jyoti Nivas Pre-University western choir a western acoustic team, which is an acapella
consists of 30 students. The choir has performed team that consists of 8 members namely
for a lot of events under the guidance of our -Ananya Raja, Angela Attavar Diya Kaveramma,
choir coordinator Ms. Jonita Aro M. and our Isha Shetty, Lenita Christopher,Renee
choir conductor Mr. Chetan Noronha, they Tanya,Pearl Jyolin Gabriel, and Samantha Judith
have been instrumental in producing good Benjamin.They have participated in many fests
music with enthralling performances within as they represent our college and were placed
the college for the olden jubilee celebration, 1st in Equinox held by St. Joseph’s Pre University
for various masses, cultural activities within the College and 2nd in Esplendida held by Mount
college such as Freshie Queen, Artemis, AIDS Carmel College.
day, carol competition, and many more. The
choir has even performed for the Christmas NAOMI SARAH J . S
competition “White Christmas”. It all started II ‘B’ PCMB
out with the choir auditions which were held
on the 30th of June and the final list was put Jyoti Nivas PU College
up on the 4th of July, 2015.The first event held
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INTERACT REPORT

A s Gandhiji once quoted, “The best way to visited the Government school which was
find yourself is to lose yourself in the service an amazing experience for the Interactors.
of others”. With this we were able to complete our first
project.
International Action is the abbreviated
word for INTERACT. Interact club is a service On the 7th of August 2015 the union along
club for youth ages 12 to 18 and is part of with few interact members participated in
Rotary International, the world’s first service the ‘Faarz project ‘, cleared the garbage and
club organization. repainted the walls right behind our college.
The finance for this project was possible
On the 15th of February 2015 the Interact by collection of 1 kg newspapers per class.
club was installed in our college. Since the Four of our union members Participated
establishment of interact club in our college in the ICGF conducted by the rotary club
it gave recognition to the destitute and of Bangalore. During the month of July
homeless. On the 19th of June 2015 we had the Interact union along with the teachers
our first Interact club meeting. The following incharge visited the “We Care” center and
day we had the election for the interact club sought ways on how we as a club could
.The six elected union members were - help them. On the 2nd of November in our
college campus the rotary club of Bangalore
President: Charisma Michael, Vice conducted RYLA programme for the college
President: Ashwini, Secretary: Deepika, students. The pink movement which took
Treasurer: Madhushree, Club Committee place on the 11th of October 2015 was
Manager: Rebecca Maria Benny, Service conducted by the Apollo hospital to create
Manager: Monika N. We worked along with awareness on cancer. During the month of
the teachers incharge Mrs. Dhanalakshmi, January 2016, the Interact club had decided
Ms. Farha and Mr. Anand. The inauguration to visit Gerizm and complete the last and final
of the Interact Club for the year 2015-16 took project and that is Campus cleaning.
place on the 24th of June 2015, when the six
elected union members took the oath. On the CHARISMA MICHAEL
26th of June2015the Rotary club of Bangalore President INTERACT
had invited the Interact union of our college
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government school. Later, on the 16th and
17th of December the Interact club members

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J1N1 DANCE CREW (SENIOR WESTERN DANCE TEAM)

I sat down to pen my year. Followed by Sargam, won 2nd place in “Solo dance
experiences of the western Manthan, Phenomenon, face-off” in “Phenomenon”
dance team (J1N1). I get lost Equinox, Esplendida, Dhivani, conducted by SJBHS. Namitha
in the feeling of nostalgia etc. I feel proud to mention that and I won the “Mirror Image”
thinking of when we were the “J1N1” team amidst strong event in “EQUINOX” conducted
auditioned and finalized in the competition won most of the by SJPUC. Our dance team
team by our seniors. We made fests without a choreographer was popularly recognized as
everlasting bonds and soon we or a team to help. We were “J1N1 DANCE CREW” and
became seniors and had the enthusiastic, brilliant & what set us apart from the
responsibility to make J1N1 creative enough to prepare a rest of the teams was not only
the strong dance team ever. strong choreography for our our brilliant choreography
Scared as to what to expect and competition. In course of time, and extra ordinary skill but
how to go about everything we we all grew as “Best friends” and the fact that we danced as a
conducted the auditions for our waited for our Practice sessions team in the true sense. From
Juniors. But there was this one which helped us to forget the long practice sessions to
point of time when the team our daily worries and hectic the proudest moments, I will
had to be separated as senior schedule. We claimed success surely miss being a part of the
and Junior Western Dance in every competition keeping western dance team. Thank you
Teams under the guidance in mind that we danced for the all for the wonderful memories.
of our Principal and our team, for the college, and for Thank you JNC. I thank our
coordinating Teachers. After an being a true dancer. coordinators Yamini mam and
array of discussions, we finally Preethi mam for their support
lead our Seniors Team i.e., the “An artist can grow only and encouragement. I’d like to
J1N1 DANCE CREW consisting if she accepts that the other wish my Juniors the very best of
of Vibrant and graceful dancers person is more talented than luck for the upcoming year I’m
like Namitha Singh, Jeevitha, herself”. sure you will strive to keep up
Shabram, Haritha, Shreya, the reputation of ‘J1N1’.
Jaguline, Sushmitha and We considered ‘winning’
Jennifer. as a secondary thought and Don’t look at your Feet to
‘participation’ was given most see if you’re doing it right, “JUST
The team consisted of all importance “Esplendida” an DANCE”
those “8 counts” needed for inter collegiate fest conducted
Dance i.e., creativity, team work, by MCC took our team to Josephine Jennifer
innovation, Dancing spirit etc. another level. We took part IInd SEBA ‘A’
The team attended 7- 8 fests in the Western Dance face off
and I am proud to say that we (Battle) and won 1st place as Jyoti Nivas PU College
walked with success in every “Face - OFF Champions “against
competition we took part in. 15-16 Colleges. This helped us
Sindhi PU College fest was the to take our passion for Dance to
first inter collegiate fest that another level. That moment was
we took part in this academic the most proud and happy time
to cherish. Harita from our team
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NCC Report

‘Success is never final and failure is never Apart from drill and theory classes we
fata l. It is courage that counts’. also participate in the Social Service activities
conducted in college, such as visiting
The National Cadet Corps is a youth Orphanages, Old Age Homes and involving
organization which builds person not only ourselves in the Swatch Bharath activities and
physically but mentally too. Being an NCC also a part of the International Yoga Day.
cadet back in my school days made me realize
the other part of life which helped me get With a sense of pride, I would like to
stronger and also gave me the courage to mention few of my achievements which I
face difficulties with a smile and that is the bagged during these two years. To begin
main reason as to why I enrolled myself back with, in my first year as a cadet, I completed
the All India Thal Sainik Camp held at Delhi
into NCC here in Jyoti Nivas College. Cant, New Delhi in September 2014. It
After going through a tough selection molded me into a physically and mentally
strong personality as I underwent a knuckle
process around 50 cadets were selected cracking training in the Obstacle Course and
among which I was one. Saturday is the day Shooting and brain cracking theory classes. I
when we cadets are filled with pride and was a part of the Obstacle Course team and
the reason is our ‘UNIFORM’ which induces we bagged the third place. I also auditioned
the spirit of a fighter within each one of us. for the Republic Day Camp Selection in which
We begin each parade with the on - ground I reached the Inter - Group Level as part of
activities which is the drill and warm ups the Drill Contingent but I wasn’t able to get
which gives us a slight insight on how the through for the All India Level.
soldiers of the Indian Army are trained. After
two hours of intense training, we get a break In my Second year as a cadet, I had the
of 30 minutes when we fill ourselves with opportunity of participating in the Basic
tasty yummy food. Once we are done with Mountaineering Camp held at Sonamarg,
lunch, we head to the theory classes where we Jammu and Kashmir in the month of August
learn about National Integration, Field Craft
and Battle Craft, Health and Hygiene, Map
Reading and also about a few of the Military
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2015. It was a 26 day training camp where Roopa Ma’am for finding me eligible for this
I, along with one of my co - cadet, Pavithra rank.
Manohar, were trained in Rock Craft which
included rock climbing, trekking, rappling Well, these are my achievements which
and river crossing. We were also trained in I secured in my two year tenure as a cadet
Ice Craft, in which they taught us the drill in this prestigious college. I would like to
to follow while crossing an ice border and take this opportunity to thank Sr. Louisa
also how to save a person who is stuck in a for allowing me to take part in these camps
Crevasse and how to save a person after an and my NCC ANO Lt. H K Roopa Rani for
Avalanche. In the theory classes, we learnt motivating and encouraging me to take
about the measures that should be taken part in the above mentioned camps which
before and after an Avalanche. We were also are National Level NCC Camps. Thank you
Ma’am! I would also like to thank my parents
for supporting me in all my endeavors and
all my seniors for supporting me and helping
me understand how things function in NCC.
Lastly, I would like to express my gratitude to
all my friends and co - cadets for being with
me at all times, thank you guys!

JUO. Jothika Roshan
Best Outgoing NCC Cadet

taught about the health conditions such as
High Altitude Pulmonary Oedema (HAPO);
High Altitude Cerebral Oedema (HACO),
Frost Bites, etc. and the terms and the various
equipments used in Mountaineering.

The most exciting and nerve cracking
ceremony for any NCC Cadet is the ‘Pipping
Ceremony’ where we receive our ranks. In my
Second year, I earned the Junior Under Officer
(JUO) rank. That day was and is a day which
I will never forget as it is one of the most
memorable days as a cadet. I sincerely thank

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investiture

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Cultural Secretary’S
Report

A very good morning Schools confront each other.
to our respected Principal We provide a platform for
Sr. Louisa Sebastian, Chief all kinds of talent in this
Guest Mr. Arjun Janya & fest. Our theme for this year
Mr. Prahlad Joshi Acharya, is “ SPLASH TALENT ALL
espected dignities, lecturers OVER” with an inert meaning
and all my dear friends. which signifies unleashing
of undiscovered talent. Our
Today the 11th of union comprises of 5 Student
December 2015 is definitely Council Members, the drama
a big day for JNPUC as we king, dancer “singer” and
host our cultural fest Artemis. versatile is our very own
These two days are definitely President Deeksha Girish. A
full of fun filled activities that
most of us are going
to take part in. This
year Artemis 2015 is
even more special &
memorable to us as
our college has set its
feet into 50 golden
years of celebration.
Artemis is an inter
collegiate cultural
fest where more
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by our sponsors whom we Have an amazing fun filled
person who doesn’t know have invited to be with us
the meaning of anger, today. A big thank you to the two days and create as many
well known for Jaddu Ki team of Crescendo who have memories as possible which
Jappi, ever present to lend efficiently put things in place we can cherish forever.
a helping hand to people for us. This year we have
who come to her, our vice included new events such Thank you.
president Ashika Rai,. A as Greek God & Goddess, ARTHI .B
person who has a good style fashion designing, dub it
Quotient, Courageous and a away, french group singing CULTURAL SECRETARY
Social Queen is our treasurer and game of thrones and
Raksha Ghosh. She has a quiz. We have a well known Jyoti Nivas PU College
strong footage in basketball D J Raghu playing on campus
as a sport, a catalyst who on the first day and a metal
binds all of us together is our band Kryptos performing for
Sports Secretary, Michelle us on day two. Above all I
John. would like to thank God for
It is because of you my dear giving us strength to put in
friends that we could plan our best, by His grace we
this event Artemis. Each hope to see this event be a
one of you has become
extremely\ special to me and
I have found my strength
in each of you. I have made
friends for life and I hope
& pray bond grows from
strength to strength. My big
thanks to my special advisors
Camila Maam & Zaina Maam,
both of you have been our
pillars of support, gave us all
that we required, emotional
needs and food for thought.
I will never forget all the
discussions we had over a
cup of coffee, which you
so graciously sponsored
everyday. Now I truly believe
as the tagline says “ A lot
can happen over a cup of
Coffee”. Not to forget to
mention about our ever
encouraging Principal Sr.
Louisa Sebastian who gave us
an opportunity to organize a
fest this year.

Special thanks to all our
teachers and volunteers
who have agreed to stand
by us for these two days.

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Anushka Chhikara, The
1 PCME
Gift of Life

A thin blue line, mellow soul. Attired in a pink dress,
Is all it took And a neat white bow. The wide eyes met hers,
To make her dreams collapse to the floor And in that moment, she knew
Along with her heaving body That their lives were about to change Their
Sliding down against the bathroom door. All lives would begin anew.
she ever dreamed of As they drove back home, She felt the weak
Was the gift of life, hold
Blossom in her empty womb Of a little hand
So she would finally be a dutiful wife. With That touched right into her soul.
heavy sobs of sorrow, She turned to face the smiling girl,
Her body violently shook. Who was now her whole world
Her infertility constantly haunted her, And looking at their faces, you’d agree,
Reminding her that all attempts would go That their smiles were the brightest ever seen.
invain.
After misery had almost ruined her, She
decided to put it to an end.
She wasn’t able to birth a child,
But she was able to change one’s life. So she
found herself standing
In front of an old building “Rainbow Adoption
Home”
And with her first step up the stairs she
decided
That she would never again be alone. As she
walked in through the door,
She was greeted by laughter and screams.
Their contagious joy seeped through her
bones
And she knew that things weren’t as bad as
they seemed.
From the corner of her eye, She spotted a

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Anushka Chhikara, The
1 PCME
Mad Hatter

I want to be a princess, And declare myself as the Mad Hatter,
Is what every little girl desires. I want to be a And not just any ordinary girl! So grab your
superhero, popcorn,
Is what makes every little boy inspired. But And take a seat,
when I was a kid, Because I’m going to tell you
I didn’t want to be the former or the latter, So A little something about the Mad man; who is
this little girl put on a red wig, me!
And became the crazy Mad Hatter! When people see My eccentric life
People told me I’ve gone completely bonkers! And the silly things I do, They often ask,
How could a girl play a mental man? “Mad Hatter sir,
But as the madhatter once said, Why do you do the things you do?” Well my
“The best people in this world are completely motto in this one life,
mad!” And this should be your motto too,
So here I stand, Don’t question your desires and thoughts,
In front of the whole world, So when asked, just answer back “Why in the
world not?”
I knew a girl,
With a funny name
Her name was Alice Liddell She was full of life
With a spark in her eyes,
Sparks I’d never seen in someone so little.
Well once at tea,
We were speaking, her and me, And she said,
“I don’t think so,” I got so angry, I got so mad,
I was disappointed and I was sad. I said to her,
“My little girl,
If you don’t ever think,
Then you shouldn’t talk, and not just you, But
anyone who doesn’t think.
Now you may be thinking, (And thank god
you are!)

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Mad Hatter, what are you going on about? So So love yourself the most you can,
my dear friends, for once and for all, Because the best of the best is who you are.
I will say it, I will shout; The most important Embrace your weirdness,
thing, You will learn from me, Be who you want to be, And if you’re lucky,
Is embrace your weirdness, And be who you You might end up as fabulous as me! And
want to be! Don’t ever stop thinking, Don’t while you’re at it,
ever stop doing as such, Answer a little riddle for me, would you? Why
Or you will lose your muchiness, is a raven like a writing desk?
And what else will there be? Not much! So I Do you know, do you?
challenge you, What’s the answer, you ask?
Here and now, I haven’t the slightest clue!
Don’t ever lose your spark,
You’re one of a kind,
You’re a nebula amongst stars.

SaimaTalannum, My
1 PCME
Dreams
Jyoti Nivas PU College
I have a dream that one day I will make my
parents proud of me for what I am.
I have a dream that one day I will make them
know I love them.
I have a dream that one day I will fulfill their
greatest desires.
I have a dream that one day I will rub their
hands and feet after a hard day.
I have a dream that one day I will meet their
needs even before being asked.
I have a dream that one day I will find the time
for them that could only be ours.

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Golden Jubilee

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