CELEBRATE RAKSHABANDHAN IN UNIQUE WAY
Date:16-08-2024
Faculty of Commerce organised a visit to Dr. Jit Mehta Balshala Trust (A centre for person with Mental Retardation) and managed by the Blind People’s Association(India) in order to celebrate the Rakhshabandhan with the 1st and 2nd year students of the Yoga Club member. The students themselves made the Rakhi for the celebration and around 30 girl Volunteers and some boy Volunteers with their respective faculties celebrated knotting rakhi to around 40 students.The atmosphere was charged with excitement and anticipation as the students interacted with the children, many of whom were visibly touched by the gesture.The students made a special effort to ensure that everyone felt included, using gestures and expressions to communicate .The event concluded with the distribution of sweets and further brightening the day for the students. The students and faculty members left the association with a renewed sense of empathy and understanding for the challenges faced by the differently-abled. Principal Sangitaben appreciated the activities carried out by students of Faculty Of Commerce. This event was co ordinated by Dr.Bhavik Swadia .
CARROM CHAMPIONSHIP
Date: 10-08-2024
Faculty of Commerce hosted a Carrom Championship as part of their commitment to nurturing the talents of young students. Participants from all the semesters exhibited remarkable enthusiasm as they competed in this exciting event. The Championship was structured across three rounds, with each participant engaging in a best-of-three matches format. An impressive turnout of 160 plus students joined the competition and played more than 400 games in round robin system. The climax of the Championship was the gripping finals, where spectators were treated to a display of skill, strategy, and dedication as the contestants executed their moves with precision. After a closely contested competition, the results were determined. The championship’s successful execution was made possible by the coordination of the dedicated faculty members, including Dr. Bhavin Bhatt, Dr. Bhavik Swadia, and Dr. Jaimin Patel. The results of the Carrom tournament are as follows:
1st Position:
Meet Goswami
Dhruvin Morbia
2nd Position:
Ahmed Pisuwala
Saideep Patnak
3rd Position:
Kush Sethia
Ruturajsinh Rahol
BLOOD DONATION CAMP
Date: 07-08-2024
The Faculty of Commerce at GLS University organized a blood donation camp, drawing enthusiastic participation from students, faculty, and staff. The event, held in collaboration with the Indian Red Cross Society, aimed to raise awareness about the importance of blood donation and to contribute to the community’s blood supply. The camp saw a remarkable turnout and highlighted the university’s commitment to social responsibility and community service. Preparations for the blood donation camp began weeks in advance, with student volunteers and faculty members working tirelessly to ensure the event& success. Posters, banners, and social media campaigns were used to spread the word and encourage participation. The medical team from the Indian Red Cross Society ensured that the donation process was smooth and safe. Each donor underwent a preliminary health check, including measuring haemoglobin levels, blood pressure, and general health assessment, to ensure they were fit to donate. The actual donation process took about 10-15 minutes per donor, followed by a short rest period where donors were offered refreshments to help them recover. Throughout the day, the camp buzzed with activity. The dedication and enthusiasm of the volunteers were evident as they moved tirelessly, supporting the donors and ensuring that the camp ran smoothly. By the end of the day, the camp had collected 118 units of blood, far exceeding initial expectations. This camp was co-ordinated by faculty members Dr. Bhavik Swadia, Dr. Anjali Trivedi and Dr. Hard Patel.
VISIT TO RED CROSS SOCIETY
Date:09-08-2024
Faculty of Commerce organized a visit to Ahmedabad RedCross Shatabdi Bhavan on 9th August, 2024. This event was a part of an educational initiative to raise awareness about the importance of blood donation. Students were taken to the centre for the real-world understanding of the blood donation and preservation process. During the tour, Mr. Viral Joshi, Assistant Director-Social Service explained the different components of blood, such as red blood cells, plasma, and platelets, and how each is used to treat patients with various medical conditions, including thalassemia, cancer, and chronic diseases. Students were particularly interested in the advanced technology used to ensure the safety and quality of the blood supply. Mr. Viral, described that it is necessary to separate plasma and platelets from the Red Blood Cells (RBC) and he also mentioned about the temperature in which they store plasma, platelets and Red Blood Cells (RBC). He also mentioned that it is very important to check the perfect match of blood groups before suppling it to the patient otherwise it may lead to patients health. This event was coordinated by Dr. Bhavik Swadia & Dr. Hard Patel.
TALENT UNLIMITED SEASON 5
Date: 05-08-2024
Faculty of Commerce organized Talent Unlimited Season 5, a vibrant event aimed at providing stage experience and showcasing the diverse talents of its students. Held with enthusiasm and meticulous planning, the event featured a blend of performances spanning various genres including music, dance, drama, and fashion. The event kicked off with a diverse array of acts, beginning with a captivating band performance that set the energetic tone for the evening. Following this, students showcased their vocal prowess through solo and group singing performances, demonstrating a range of musical styles from contemporary to classical. Instrumental performances added another layer of musical depth, highlighting the students’ skill and dedication. The dance segment was equally mesmerizing, with students presenting both Western and Folk dance forms. Western dance performances were characterized by their dynamic choreography and modern flair, while Folk dance showcased traditional cultural expressions, celebrating diversity and heritage. Drama enthusiasts took the stage next, presenting compelling theatrical performances that ranged from poignant narratives to comedic sketches. Classical dance performances added a touch of elegance and grace to the event, with students mastering intricate movements and expressions that reflected years of training and passion for the art form. A highlight of Talent Unlimited Season 5 was the fashion show, where students not only modelled creative designs but also curated the entire presentation, showcasing their organizational and artistic skills. The fashion show not only demonstrated their flair for style but also their ability to work as a cohesive team. In preparation for the event, Faculty of Commerce organized workshops conducted by experts in each field. These workshops provided students with invaluable guidance, helping them refine their techniques, polish their performances, and build confidence. The experts’ mentorship was instrumental in nurturing talent and ensuring that students were well-prepared to deliver outstanding performances on stage. Talent Unlimited Season 5 was particularly focused on providing stage experience to the students. Overall, Talent Unlimited Season 5 was a resounding success. The event was co-ordinated by Dr. Keyur Vohra, Dr. Nidhip Shah, Dr. Bhavna Parwani, Dr. Kruti Shah, Dr. Shimoni Trivedi, Dr. Sneha Master, Dr. Gitanjali Rampal and the entire staff of the institute. The support and dedication of the team of student volunteers was the highpoint of the event.
PHOTOGRAPGHY WORKSHOP & COMPETITION: LEARNING THROUGH THE LENS
Date: 08-07-2024
Under the auspice of The Art Studio Club, Faculty of Commerce organized an exclusive Photography Workshop & Competition on 8th July, 2024. This event aimed to nurture and showcase the creative talents of students through various artistic disciplines. More than 100 students participated in this workshop. The workshop began with an introduction to the fundamentals of photography in which students learnt about new areas of camera operations, composition techniques, lighting, and subject framing. The workshop was conducted by Mr. Rishi Goenka, who is a well-known Photographer & Filmmaker. After guiding students, our expert gave a theme to showcase the photography skills of the students. Winners were awarded for their outstanding work. This event was coordinated by Dr. Anjali Trivedi and Dr. Hard Patel.
ABHIVYAKTI- A THEATRE GROOMING WORKSHOP
Date: 24-07-2024 to 30-07-2024
Faculty of Commerce organized a week long Abhivyakti- A Theater Grooming Workshop from 24th July, 2024 to 30th July, 2024. The workshop was conducted by accomplished director, producer, actor, entrepreneur Vishal Shah. The workshop began by Vishal Shah directing the participants on how to introduce themselves creatively while being aware of their body language followed by various games. On the second day, 5 teams were formed out of 54 participants and then they gave an item for them to advertise creatively and humorously. The third day was quite eventful and energetic as it started with the classic games and exercises related to different elements of acting, followed by an activity of improvisation, where the students were divided into 4 groups, given locales and told to prepare an act with their respective locale. On the fourth day the students visited a black box theatre, Prayogshala where they were taught the various technical aspects of theatre like music, lights, black outs etc. The students were finally divided into 5 equal groups and given their final task of the workshop, which was to write, direct and perform a 5 minute play under the guidance of the seniors. On the fifth and the sixth day, the 5 groups of the students performed their respective acts. The mentors provided feedback for their performance. The workshop was instrumental in turning the students into budding actors, writers and directors. The workshop was co-ordinated by CA. Dr. Sneha Master and Dr. Gitanjali Rampal.
WORKSHOP ON ‘SELF-EMPOWERMENT’
Date: 25-07-2024
Faculty of Commerce organised a workshop on ‘Self-Empowerment’ under the banner of ‘Academics and Beyond’ by the expert speaker Mr. Abhishek Singh Gautam. Mr. Abhishek started the workshop by explaining that everybody is responsible for bringing about a change in their personality for the better every single day in some way or the other and hence he helps students seek the right way as per everyone’s uniqueness. He further enlightened the students that practice makes habits as habits formed for the right cause and structured properly can help one achieve excellence. Further he talked about his mantra for success that there are 2 important factors- skills and attitude. He also described that “Humans have to evolve to achieve their goals. They deserve what they desire and should always be able to achieve their desires”. He continued the workshop by stating different case studies of people who are already successful in life. He mentioned the Key Components of Self-Empowerment such as Self-Belief, Goal Setting and Planning, Resilience, Support Systems and Personal Growth. He further talked about challenges to Self-Empowerment that a student faces such as Academic Pressure, Financial Constraints, Lack of Support, Imposter Syndrome, Time Management, Practising self-care and setting realistic goals. He finally concluded the workshop by stating that Self-empowerment emerges as a powerful catalyst for college student success. By fostering self-belief, goal setting, resilience, and a supportive network, institutions can create an environment where students thrive. Addressing challenges such as academic pressure, financial constraints, and lack of support is crucial for empowering all students to reach their full potential. The workshop was coordinated by Dr. Aashal Bhatt.
CHESS TOURNAMENT
Date: 20-07-2024
Faculty of Commerce and Chess New District Association, Ahmedabad jointly organized CHESS TOURNAMENT on International Chess Day in which around 84 participated. A training session was held on the 18th July, 2024 at 10:30 a.m. where Mr. Saumil Nayar talked about the history of chess, some basic rules-guidelines and also gave some interesting tips and tricks for the same. On 20th July, 2024 the participants of the tournament played 6 rounds and 192 games with Swiss system without knockouts. In all games that were played within, winners of the competition are:
- Mihir Chavada
- Mohit Pariyani
- Nidhi Shah
‘DAZZLE 2024’- A WESTERN DANCE & FASHION SHOW WORKSHOP
Date: 24-07-24 to 27-07-24 & 31-08-24 to 03-08-24
Steps N Style club of Faculty of Commerce organized ‘8 Day’ Western Dance and Fashion Show Workshop ‘DAZZLE 2024’ in which more than 150 plus students actively participated. The workshop aimed to equip students with essential skills and knowledge in grooming – etiquette, along with various dance techniques, allowing them to excel not only in their academic pursuits but also in their personal and professional lives. The workshop included theoretical and practical training about various dance forms like Hip hop, contemporary, jazz, lyrical, salsa, crumping, fusion and Bollywood by ace choreographers. Various international fame fashion choreographers and models came and shared their success story and practically demonstrated how to walk on the ramp and also give one to one tip to all the aspiring models and laid emphasis on body language and confidence. The interactive workshop sessions in the workshop were conducted by various experts Mr. Dhweep Shah, Mr. Keyur Desai, Dr. Meet Ramatri, Mr. Chakshu Chauhan and Ms. Kajal Murjani. The workshop was coordinated by Dr. Bhavna Parwani and Dr. Nidhip Shah.
REEL MAKING WORKSHOP
Date: 12-07-2024
Faculty of Commerce under the auspice of The Art Studio (Fine Arts Club) Club, organized an exclusive Reel Making Workshop on 12th July 2024 with an objective to cultivate and showcase the artistic talents of students through various imaginative disciplines. More than 60 students participated in this workshop with support from a dedicated team of student volunteers. The session began with an introduction to the essentials of Reel Making process and students learned the latest trends in reel creation, effective storytelling techniques, and video editing skills. FOC alumnus Mr. Harsh Anandani conducted the workshop, who is renowned Digital Content Editor, prominent content creator and digital marketing strategist. The reels were evaluated based on creativity, engagement, and technical quality. The most innovative and well-executed reels were recognized with certificates. This workshop was coordinated by Dr. Anjali Trivedi & Dr. Hard Patel.
ATTENTION PLEASE: POPULATION EXPLOSION SKIT
Date: 11-07-2024
Faculty of Commerce under the auspice of Arthshashtra (Economics Club) organized a noteworthy event to raise awareness about population explosion and controlling measures among its students. Central to the event was a compelling skit performed by the Economics Club students, which highlighted critical societal issues such as the preference for a boy child, due to physical abusement, due to social pressure and due to orthodox thinking, the population is increasing. The storyline poignantly illustrated how these deep-seated biases and harmful practices contribute to population growth and societal imbalance, ultimately it leads to unemployment situation. The performance depicted the emotional and social toll of these prejudices, showing families struggling under the weight of outdated traditions and the resulting overpopulation. The performance was aimed to educate the student audience on the awareness regarding population explosion and importance of family planning as essential components to control population growth. By portraying real-life scenarios and consequences, it effectively conveyed the message that valuing all children equally and preventing physical abusement are crucial steps towards sustainable population management. This event was coordinated by Dr. Anjali Trivedi & Dr. Hard Patel.
WORKSHOP ON IMPORTANCE OF BREATH- IMPROVING EMOTIONAL AND PHYSICAL WELLBEING
Date: 08-07-2024
GLS University Faculty of Commerce organized “Importance of Breath, Improving Emotional and Physical Wellbeing” by the Yoga club Co-Ordinator Dr. Bhavik Swadia. He explained the students that breath is not just the exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide. For different levels of thought and emotion that you go through, your breath takes on different types of patterns. When you are angry, peaceful, happy or sad, your breath goes through subtle changes. Focusing on the breath is a forceful attempt to do that. But it is also a way of making you conscious. He further told the students that the important thing is not to focus on the breath but to raise the pitch of your awareness in such a way that you are naturally conscious of your breath. The breath can be used as a tool to do many things with the body and the mind. The breath is such a mechanical process. He also opined that Pranayam is as important as normal breathing. It is the science where, by consciously breathing in a particular way, the very way you think, feel, understand and experience life can be changed. Breathing is an overlooked power source. Most of us don’t even think about it. But the way you breathe can impact your whole body, regulating important functions such as blood pressure and heart rate. Practicing breath work can have multiple health benefits including mental clarity, focus and weight control. In this workshop more then 100 students participated and did pranayama enthusiastically. This workshop was coordinated by Dr. Bhavik U. Swadia.
