Inauguration of Womens Studies Cell ( 2022 – 2023)
Women’s studies cell of Asan Memorial College of Arts and Science has been actively working with the vision of moulding and enlightening the female students to become self-reliant and better human beings. Women’s Studies Cell of AMCAS organized its inauguration ceremony at the Mini Auditorium on Monday, 31.10.22 at 10 am. Dr.Pavithra, Internal Medicine and Diabetologist, Gleneagles Global Hospital, Chennai delivered the inaugural speech. Dr.T.S.Santhi, Principal, AMCAS presided over the function.
Dr.Pavithra also enlightened the girl students by giving awareness to be healthy and self-reliant in all spheres of live. The event was a grand success and was attended by the girl students in the college.
Women Rights Awareness Program:
Women’s Studies Cell of AMCAS organized the Women’s Rights rally on 12th Dec,2022, Monday at the college campus. Girl students assembled on the ground displaying placards with slogans on the theme of Women’s Rights to create awareness on the rights of women and violence perpetrated against women. Women’s Studies cell student Coordinators read out slogans on Women’s Rights and the students repeated the slogans. The staff coordinators created awareness on the basic human rights claimed for women and girls all over the world.
The programme was presided over by Dr. M. Jaya, Dean Academics and Research, Dr. S. Kanimozhi, AMCAS Dean Administration and other faculty members.
Distribution of Sanitary Napkins:
Women Studies Cell of Asan Memorial College of Arts and Science distributed free sanitary napkins supplied by Chennai Corporation on 10th January 2023. The Scheme was implemented with the objective of promoting menstrual hygiene in Colleges in Chennai. Each girl students were given five packets of Sanitary napkins by Women Studies cell staff coordinators and Heads of their respective departments. The programme emphasised the pubertal changes, assuring solidarity on matters like coping with menstrual cramps, the nutrition associated with it, while dispelling myths and misconceptions about it and breaking the silence on the issue.
Personality Development Program:
Women’s Studies Cell in association with Rexona Confidence Academy, Hindustan Unilever Limited organized a Personality Development Workshop on Saturday, 21.01.23 at Mini auditorium, Asan Memorial College of Arts and Science for girl students of both shifts. The girls were educated about the relevance of Personality development as it helps them to gain a better sense of direction and self-awareness.
The team emphasised how confidence moulds an individual to become a better and unique person ready to face and handle the outside world. The team of Rexona Academy also presented the girls students Rexona product. The students discussed many queries with the team. The workshop was a grand success.
Free Silambam Classes:
Glimpses of the inauguration of Silambam classes initiated by Women’s Studies Cell on 1st Feb,2023 at Asan Memorial College of Arts and science.
The classes are offered by Silambam trainer, Ms.V.Sarojini and will be attended by girl students of both shifts.
Surya Shakti Yoga Programme:
AMCAS Women’s Studies Cell in association with Isha Yoga Centre organized the “Surya Shakti Yoga” programme on 22nd Feb,2023 at Mini auditorium. The Surya Shakti Yoga programme aims to help students to improve their stress management.
The Yoga instructors, Mrs.Priya Murugan and Mrs.Sowmiya, enlightened the students with different postures, asanas and meditation techniques.
Asan Mahila-Women’s Day Celebrations:
As part of the Asan Mahila, various competitions like Fireless Cooking and Memory Games for the non-teaching staff and Rangoli competition for the housekeeping staff were organised from 28 February to 01 March 2023.
Prizes for the winners and consolation prizes for the participants were given on the occasion of Asan Mahila Women’s Day Celebration by the Guests of Honours.
Asan Mahila was celebrated in our college on the occasion of International Women’s Day on 08 March 2023. Dr. Renuka Ramakrishnan, Humanitarian & Social Reformer and Mrs. S. Meenakshi, Entrepreneur and YouTuber of ‘Amma Samayal’ Channel were the Chief Guests. Mrs. Raji Ashok, a socially committed auto driver and Miss. Vityasri, a differently-abled achiever was honoured for their contributions to society.
Dr. Renuka Ramakrishnan addressed the students about how she has dedicated her life to eradicate the social crimes against women and children. Mrs. S. Meenakshi emphasized how age is not a factor to pursue one’s dream. Mrs. Raji Ashok and Miss. Vityasri also enlightened the students with their talk on perseverance, determination and incredible achievements in their lives. Mrs. Shyamala Jayaprakash, General Secretary, Asan Memorial Association presided over the function. Dr. T. S. Santhi, Principal i/c welcomed the gathering. The women staff and students also presented a variety of cultural performances that added vibrancy to the celebrations. The event was a grand success.