The lab assistants and the attenders of the College had a welcome break from their routine as they took part in a day's orientation programme here on Thursday, June 10. The sessions were conducted by Br Maxim Dias SJ and Br Alphonse Fernandes SJ, who are presently doing their theological studies.
The day's programme began at 9.15 in the morning with an inspiring prayer session conducted by Br Maxim. It was indeed fascinating to see the attenders singing mellifluously and raising their hearts to God.
Later they took part in a couple of serious sessions on taking up challenges, building up self esteem and developing personality.
“The ultimate aim of the orientation was to bring the attenders together and encourage group and commitment building amongst them through games and other activities,” said Brother Alphonse.
The orientation involved many activities which were both fun-filled yet useful. All those who attended sang, prayed and played games together. They also watched the film Mr. and Mrs. Iyer which was followed by a group discussion, analysing the movie and its theme of communalism.
It was indeed a sight to watch the otherwise serious attenders jumping and dancing to the tune of some party songs. They were all ears and eyes as the Brothers led them through motivational sessions, showing a few inspiring video clippings.
The overall response of the session was very positive. There were many requests to conduct such sessions more often, throughout the course of the year. Gerard Christopher, Lab Assistant of Zoology Department said that even though all the attenders worked together it was very rare that they all had such an opportunity to meet and interact with each other.
“Forgetting all our problems, we got a chance to just relax and have an enjoyable time together. Playing games, singing songs and discussing the movie, all these activities gave us the opportunity to refresh our minds,” said Sagayanatha, Lab Assistant of PG Botany Department.
Panchakshari, Lab Assistant of PG Chemistry Department said that the sessions also instructed them on how they should interact with their students and treat them with kindness.
- Shonali Mani
II MS Com
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