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WALK WITH A SCHOLAR PROGRAMME

(A NEW INITIATIVE IN HIGHER EDUCATION)

REPORT 2016-2017

MERCY COLLEGE PALAKKAD

KERALA -6

WALK WITH A SCHOLAR PROGRAMME

REPORT 2016-2017

Walk with a Scholar programme tries to provide necessary guidance and motivation to the

promising students so as to enrich and nourish their talents for higher studies and better

employment. Its target is to develop certain generic skills, non-technical competencies, attitudes

and behaviour that contribute to a person’s sense of self and personal well-being. The

programme includes innumerable internal and external mentoring sessions that sharpen the wits,

hone the skills and make the mentees ready, complete and efficient in personality for the future.

Walk with a Scholar Programme for the academic year 2016-17 was started in our institution

right from the beginning of the academic year.

WALK WITH A SCHOLAR PROGRAMME MONITORING COMMITTEE

S.No. Position Name Designation

1 Principal Dr.Sr. Lilly P.V. Principal

2 IQAC Coordinator Dr. Girija R. Assistant Professor in Zoology

3 WWS Coordinator Deepa N. Assistant Professor in Sociology

4 Staff Secretary Dr. Sheelakumari M.P. Assistant Professor in Political Science

5 Senior Teacher in Charge Ms. Rita Mary Thomas Associate Professor in Physical Education

Name of the Mentor II DC Designation With Subject

Delmi Davis K Assistant Professor In Chemistry

Shyni E.T Assistant Professor In History

Dr.Divya K. Nair Assistant Professor In Chemistry

Dr. Regina Jose Assistant Professor In Physics

Dr.Nithya A .A. Assistant Professor In Maths

Internal Mentors III DC Designation With Subject

Dr. Nila N Assistant Professor In English

Jency Baby Assistant Professor In Commerce

Dr.Liji K.T. Assistant Professor In Economics

Melda Francis Assistant Professor In Physics

Dr.Sr. Gisala George Assistant Professor In Physical Education

A change in the internal mentor was done as two of the mentors were on maternity leave. New

mentor suggested by the Principal of the college is Dr. Regina Jose, Assistant Professor of

Physics and Ms. Delmi Davis K, Assistant Professor of Chemistry .Students were allotted to the

new mentors. This change was informed to the Higher education through mail. Selection of

students of IDC to WWS programme was done by I DC class tutors as suggested by the staff

council. 5 Internal mentors for IDC Students were identified by the Principal and the Staff

Council Members.

I DC class tutors selected six students from their class with high marks who are interested to

participate in WWS programme and a list of 35 students (30 + 5 waiting list) were prepared. Co-

ordinator had a meeting with students in which the entire structure of the programme was

discussed. Biodata, Plus two mark list of the students were collected. Students were informed

about internal and external mentoring sessions.

Each mentor was allotted 6-7 students for mentoring. Coordinator Ms Deepa N gave all

necessary directions to the mentors for handling their internal mentoring sessions. In the

meetings of coordinator and internal mentors, discussion on how to improve the sessions was

done.

Name of the Mentor I DC Designation With Subject

Dr. Meena P. Kumar Associate Professor In English

Dr. Jayasree S. Associate Professor In Zoology

Dr.Vanisree K. Assistant Professor In Sanskrit

Ms. Anu Kuruvilla Assistant Professor In Physics

Ms. Priya Vinod Guest Faculty In BCA

Coordinator had a meeting with III DC mentees and a discussion on internal mentoring session

was done. The Student Representatives Sandhra Silvester III DC Economics, Veena K II DC

History will continue this academic year also.

Meeting with I DC mentees was done ,Sree Nandana of IDC Chemistry was also selected from

among the Mentees as Student Representative. Coordinator informed the students about the

external mentoring sessions in the coming months.

A change in the internal mentor due to health problems and maternity leave was informed to the

Higher education through mail. Mentees of Dr. Divya K.Nair were allotted to the new mentor

Ms. Harsha Paul, Assistant Professor in Chemistry.

A Review meeting of the internal mentors of IDC and IIDC was done. A discussion on the

internal mentoring sessions was done. Coordinator informed about the sanction of Motivational

Tour to Hyderabad. Review of the internal mentoring sessions was done. Internal mentors were

informed about the preparation of Activity Report of WWS, all forms, mentors diary and

submission of the report to the Co-ordinator by 29.03.2017

On 9.2.2017 Students were distributed stationary kit- Book and Pen

IDC

II DC

IIIDC

Books and Study materials were purchased and given to Mercy College Library

CLUSTER LEVEL WORKSHOP

Internal Mentors participated in the One Day Walk With Scholar Cluster level workshop on

17.01.2017 at Govt. College , Chittur Palakkad.

Mentors who attended are

SNo. Name Designation

1 Dr. Jayasree S. Associate Professor In Zoology

2 Dr.Vanisree K . Assistant Professor In Sanskrit

3 Ms. Anu Kuruvilla Assistant Professor In Physics

4 Ms. Priya Vinod Guest Faculty In BCA

5 Delmi Davis K Assistant Professor In Chemistry

6 Ms. Harsha Paul Assistant Professor In Chemistry

7 Dr. Regina Jose Assistant Professor In Physics

8 Dr. Nila N Associate Professor In English

STATE MOTIVATIONAL CAMP – KOZHIKODE

Ms. Faseeha C.F. I B.A. Economics attended the SCM- Focus 2017 at Kozhikode on 13.01.2017

to 15.01.2017

MENTEE’S ACHIEVEMENTS

Ms. Rimsha C (Vice Chair person) and Ms. Aiswarya (Joint Secretary) was elected to the

College Union.

Mentees of WWS Ms. Malavika B, Minnu S and Ms. Nayana V secured First, second and third

positions in the paper presentation competition in the arts section conducted by Research Forum

of Mercy College.

Minnu S III BA Economics got third position in the paper presentation competition in the UGC

International Seminar on “ Socio Economic Perspectives of Women Entrepreneurship in Kerala”

organised by Dept. Of Economics, Mercy College, Palakkad

Ms. Nihala Parveen A.A. I BSc Physics got Prathiba Scholarship of KSCSTE.

III DC Mentees of WWS Ms. Malavika B and Ms. Nayana V secured second position in the

paper presentation competition conducted in Yuga Literary Fest -2017 at St. Joseph’s College ,

Devagiri .Their paper was “ Queer reading on 21st Century Indian Films.”

Neethu Wilson III BCom. Secured IInd Prize in Creativity in “Tejomayaa” held at SNG College,

Chavadi, Coimbatore. She also secured Best Performer of the day award in “Bistatica” held at

Yuvakshetra College , Mundur, Palakkad.

Sneha M III BA English is the Best Student in Arts Stream and Neethu Wilson III BCom.is the

Best Catholic Student for 2016-2017.

A paper titled “Fibnacci Sequence, Golden Ratio and Nature of Uma U. of D3 Mathematics was

selected for the science magazine ( Annaul Research Review) of Mercy College, Palakkad.

PLACEMENTS

Ms.Athira K.A. of D3 B.com was appointed as Sub Staff in Punjab National Bank (Permanent

Post) on December 2016.

6 of our III DC mentees got recruited to Newgen Knowledge Works Ltd for the post Trainee-

copy editing and Trainee – Project Management

Uma U B.Sc - Maths

Amritha Balakrishnan B.A - English

Malavika B B.A - English

Nandana K Vasudevan B.Sc - Maths

Sneha M B.A - English

Nayana V B.A - English

4 of our III DC mentees got recruited to Tata Consultancy Services BPS, Bangalore.

Sowmya S III BCOM

Reshma Raj K III BCOM

Liji V. III B.A. Economics

Rimsha C III B.A. Economics

5 of our III DC mentees got recruited to ASAP as Communicative English Trainer

Revathy B.Sc - Maths

Ashna Toms B.Sc. Botany

Malavika B B.A - English

Nandana K Vasudevan B.Sc - Maths

Nayana V B.A – English

EXTERNAL MENTORING SESSIONS

11.02.2017 : External mentoring session on “Public Speaking and Confidence Building” by Mr.

Siva Prasad, Faculty Govt College Attapadi for III DC Students

12.02.2017 : External mentoring session on Group Discussion and Interview Skills by Mr.

Krishna Prasad Ottur, Palakkad for III DC Students

18.02.2017:External mentoring session on “Motivation” Adv. Phijo Joseph , Advocate, Hon.

High Court of Kerala for III DC Students.

19.02.2017 : External mentoring session on Open Heart Surgery by Mr. Nandajan K.A. Free

Lance Trainer for I DC Students

Psychological Experience by Ms. Vijitha, Psychologist, Thankam Hospital Palakkad

24.02.2017 : External mentoring session on “Women in Higher education and Women and

economic independence” by Dr. Parvathy Warrier, Rtd. Professor, Vice President OISCA, South

Indian Women Chapter for III DC Students

25.02.2017 : External mentoring session on Guidance and Leadership Skills by Lakshmisree

Aravind ,Exe. Member & Public Coordinator, All India Women’s Conference, Palakkad Branch

Executive Member OISCA, South Indian Women Chapter for I DC Students

26.02.2017 : External mentoring session on “Personality development and life skills”

by Adv K.R. Sumesh for II DC Students

04.03.2017 : External mentoring session on Career Planning and Competitive Exams by Mr.

Jomy P.L., Director, IMS learning centre, Trichur for II DC Students

05.03.2017 : External mentoring session on “English Communication Skills, Soft Skills” by Dr.

G. Rengarajan, Former Professor of English, Maharajas College, Ernakulam for II DC Students

11.03.2017 : External mentoring session on Entrepreneurship by Mr.Vargheese Paul , Director

Center for Alternative Learning and Living ,Chalakudy for II DC Students.

12.03.2017 : External mentoring session on Theatre workshop by Mr. Sarath Revathy and team

,Art Director and theatre skills trainer, Thrissur for II DC Students

18.03.2017 : External mentoring session on “Winners Verses Losers” by Dr.Mary Matilda ,Rtd

Principal Maharajas College ,Ernakulam for IDC Students

19.03.2016 : External mentoring session on “Who am I ?” by Dr. Thomas George K, Director,

and Mr Soloman Faculty of Management HR, Lead College of Management’- a Business

School, Palakkad for I DC Students

25.03.2016 : External mentoring session on “Business Communication , group discussion and

interview techniques” by Ms. Praveena Nair, Trainer /Client Engagement and Business

Development specialist/Executive Search Consultant, Thrissur for I DC Students

MOCK TEST FOR III DC STUDENTS

Four mock test was conducted by Ms. Sowmya M.S. and Ms. Kavitha , Talent Coaching Center ,

Sulthanpet Palakkad.

MOCK INTERVIEWS

Mock interview for final year students was conducted by Mr. Krishna Prasad Ottoor and Mr.

Anil Joseph , H R Trainers , Palakkad

INTERNAL MENTORING SESSIONS

III DC

Name of the Internal Mentor: Ms. Jency Baby

Asst Prof. of Commerce ,Mercy College

Sl:No: Name Department

1. Uma.U Mathematics

2. Jiji James Physics

3. Anchaleen Pius Physics

4. Athira.K.A Commerce

5. Neethu Wilson Commerce

6. ReshmaRaj.K Commerce

Mentoring Sessions

Date: 13th July 2016, 14th July 2016, 20th July 2016, 27th July 2016

Time: 12:50 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Students were called personally one by one; there area of interest, their wishes and aspirations

etc. were asked. Along with this I added the importance of character in once life. “If character is

lost everything is lost”. I explained the way in which we have to behave towards others. World

as such will be with us if we go for attaining a task and if the task is made in a true way.

Whatever hurdles comes in the midst would be overcome and we would reach our desired goals

if we work hard for the same with an innocent heart without hurting others. I discussed about the

societies interest in general especially in certain groups which are found every were who makes

bad comments, indulging in dirty talks, thinking negatively saying negative of others, hurting

others directly and indirectly which is a passion in the minds of certain people without which

they can’t stay happily. By hurting at least even a single person in a day, these people will not

feel normal and the group for them would be very strong and the innocent victim being idle and

lonelier by others who feel what they had done is good. I said to my students that even if you

become lonely for such things, never go to such dirty pits or groups whatever happens. There are

certain people who are good but due to pressure from the big folk fall into their groups and does

mischiefs and crimes. I just added a quote in Malayalam i.e,

“UpakaaramChathillekilumUpadravikkaruthu”. Because only those who have gone through such

firewalls can only understand the pressure and tension which one faces while dealing with such

people. I gave a lot of examples of successful personalities like film stars, politicians, musicians,

sports men etc. who passed through these firewalls and successfully enlighten into the world as a

famous figure. I quoted a famous versus from the Holy Bible to my students which is general to

all people i.e.,“Behold, I am sending you out as sheep in the midst of wolves, so be wise as

serpents and innocent as doves”.

Date: 4th August2016,5th August 2016

Time: 12:50 p.m. to 1:50 p.m.

As my mentees haven’t attended moral instruction classes conducted by myself to the students

(which is provided to those students whom I am the class teacher), I gave a talk on value

education, the importance of value in life.“If you have everything in life, but are not at all happy

what is the use of it”. This thought was discussed in detail which is very necessary in one’s life.

Because the previous topic and this one is very important for a person without which whatever

he or she attains is worthlessin front of a valuable society. If he or she is a very high official and

doesn’t have a goodpersonality and character at all, what is the use????????

Date: 9th August 2016

Time: 12:50 p.m. to 1:50 p.m.

I quoted those people who make public speeches so beautifully in a very simple language. The

way they put their speech attracts others. This is gained by them mainly through reading books,

magazines, stories, newspapers, articles etc., which is gained not instantly, but with a span of

time. So the importance reading habits were pointed out in the session. In order to be active in a

pubic speech, instant debate in an interview or a competition, to give a talk on a topic, we need

instant reading everyday which increases our vocabulary, effective thinking, thinking out of the

box, i.e., not thinking just four walls of our house, college, friends etc. but as a society in a

whole, as our state, country and the world as a whole. What I can do the society? What footprints

can be made by me before I pass away from this world? Will the society/ state/country/world

remember me as an outstanding personality after my death???

Date: 28th September 2016, 29th September 2016, 6th October and 7th October 2016

Time: 12:50 p.m. to 1:50 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. to 4:30p.m.

Today students were called upon and were provided with interview skills, i.e., how to face an

interview, how to face a bank interview, for the post of a teacher along with general questions

that are asked if one goes for other kind of jobs. The dress code, the style of tone, facial

expressions, the mode of language, hair style etc. were discussed in the session. Also how to deal

with tricky questions asked by the interviewer, the scale of pay were discussed.

Date: 11th January 2017

Time: 12:50 p.m. to 2:20 p.m.

Today students were called upon and were given a class on reading habits- types of books to be

read to acquire knowledge. Also they were given guidance on how to face interviews, the type of

tricky questions asked, how to prepare for competitive examinations, the area to be covered etc. I

also gave examples of some tricky questions asked in civil service examinations were the

answers are expected not on the knowledge of the person interviewed, but on the way in which

he/she will handle the situation and take on the spot decisions.


Time: 12:50 p.m. to 2:20 p.m.

Today students were called upon and were given a class on how to write papers and present the

same. Also the steps to prepare a project for B.com students were also discussed on the same

day. Various steps like abstract, introduction, review of literature, methodology, sources of data,

objectives of the study, analysis, findings, suggestions, conclusions and finally bibliography

were all discussed in the session.


Time: 12:50 p.m.to 1:50 p.m.

A class on general awareness and life style was given to Neetu Wilson of D3 B.com. The drastic

changes that have evolved in our society by the last 25 to 30 years and its impact in our society

and the environment were also discussed in general.


Time: 3:30 p.m.to 4:30 p.m.

Today a power point presentation of Uma U. was conducted on the topic “Fibonacci Sequence,

Golden Ratio and Nature”.

Date: 3rd February 2017

Time: 12:50 p.m.to 1:50 p.m.

Today students were given a topic on “Demonetization” that was recently adopted in our

country. Students were grouped for and against the topic and their views and opinions were

discussed in the venue. A lot of advantages were put forward along with disadvantages that local

people faced on account of the same. And it was concluded that demonetization is needed in

those stages when the country faces acute problems of money supply. So such crucial steps must

be adopted by the authority after studying the positive and negative effects of the same on an

ordinary lay man.

Date: 15thFebruary 2017

Time: 12:50 p.m.to 1:50 p.m.

Today a class on “E-banking – Its impact on the society” were discussed. Again the students

were grouped for and against the topic and their views and opinions were discussed in the

venue.A lot of advantages were put forward along with disadvantages that local people faced on

account of the same.And it was concluded that even though there are ill effects which are faced

by the local people, it has emerged as a supreme power in the whole world which can’t be

negotiated in any mode.


Time: 12:50 p.m.to 1:50 p.m.

Today a class on “Road safety and Traffic Rules” were discussed with the students. Students pin

pointed the need for the same and to provide awareness to the public and to the people who drive

vehicles. They suggested various awareness classes to be provided to all institutions through a

group of students conveying the message of the same.


Time: 12:50 p.m.to 1:50 p.m.

Today a class on “Conservation of Forest” were discussed with the students.

They forwarded their views and opinions on the same. The necessity of conservation of forest,

how it directly affects our ecological system were discussed in detail. Reduction in rain and holes

in the ozone layer in our atmosphere, its side effects on human and other living creatures etc.

were discussed.

Date: 1st March 2017

Time: 12:50 p.m.to 1:50 p.m.

Today a class on “E-literacy Views and Opinions” were discussed in the venue. Again the

students were grouped for and against the topic and their views and opinions were discussed in

the venue. A lot of advantages were put forward along with disadvantages that local people faced

on account of the same. And it was concluded that a frequent awareness on e-learning will

definitely bring a revolution in our society. But along with the same the importance physical

teaching cannot be neglected as such. So a proper balance between physical and e-learning

would help our economy to prosper.

Date: 3rd March 2017

Time: 12:50 p.m.to 1:50 p.m.

Today students were called upon and provided with Clerical aptitude test, Classification,

Problems on L.C.M. and H.C.F thatcomes in competitive examinations. Necessary data were

also provided for them.

Date: 7thMarch 2017

Time: 12:50 p.m.to 1:50 p.m.

Today students were called upon and provided with problems in reasoning ability like analogy,

classification, series completion, coding –decoding, time sequence test, nonverbal etc. Students

are picking up easily with these tools and are now very energetic in completing such tasks.

Name of the Internal Mentor : Dr.Nila N,

Asst Prof of English, Mercy College.

Sl.No. Names of Wards Department

1 Rekha .P Economics

2 Minnu.S Economics

3 Liji Physics

4 Aswathi Divakeran BCA

5 Revathi .N Maths

6 Vineesha P.M Botany

Mentoring Sessions

Session Number

Work/Activity undertaken 2016-17 Academic Year

1 5 July 2016

Briefed up on the assignment work that should be submitted. The Students were asked to follow up one News story being reported from the angle of four different newspapers and make a study on how media represents news. The second task was to follow up innovative areas in their respective subjects and write an article.

2 5 August 2016

Discussion on how to go ahead with the project work was done. Formal talks with professors, do’s and don’ts while doing a project were discussed.

3 11 August 2016

Career opportunities after UG and opportunities after Pg discussed. Students were also oriented with knowledge of a legal profession, entrance tests, competitive exams and so on.

4 25 August 2016

Students taught filing system. Asked to file all certificates after lamination. Project outline discussed. Research papers planned for the paper presentation competition conducted by the Research Forum.

5 1 Sep 2016

Students turned up with files. Made file head title cards. Such as X cert, XII Cert, degree, P.G., M.Phil, Ph.D, UGC, Competitive exams etc. Outline of the project work of three students completed.

6 28 Sep 2016

Students given a class on personality development, soft skills and Resume Writing.

7 5 October 2016

A lecture on attitude formation, character building and organisational behaviour given.

8 7 October 2016

Counselling given to handle parents who try to marry girls off during final year college. Tackling difficult situations and planning the future discussed.

9 5 Dec 2016

Discussion on topics to be chosen for the paper presentation competition scheduled for 22 Dec 2016 done. The students briefed on review based and work based research work.

10 6 Dec 2016

There was a discussion of the topics selected. A proof reading of Minnu’s paper was done. Suggestions for other papers were also given.

11 8 Dec 2016

The format of papers discussed. The Introduction, body and conclusion of papers, how to develop the topics, the necessity of an argument and the scope of the topic discussed.

12 13 Dec 2016

Discussion on when to submit final drafts, points to prepare a power point, how to make points powerful, presentation skills discussed. How to do an ‘Earn While you Learn Programme’ also discussed

13 14 Dec 2016

Discussion of Walk with Scholar Cluster Workshop. Different methods of aiming high and methods of building contacts discussed.

14 18 Dec 2016

Students given a brief idea of what all a Walk With A Scholar Student should be doing in the final year. How students can make use of different ways of attempting different entrance exams. Trying for P.G. Courses all over India not just in Kerala.

15 11 Jan 2017

A seminar on communication Skills in English taken. Listener’s responsibility, speaker’s responsibility in creating reactions discussed. Formal speech and diplomatic language discussed.

16 18 Jan 2016

The events in Walk with A Scholar Cluster workshop discussed. Problems of representation discussed.

17 20 Jan 2017

Students asked to read employment news in ‘The Hindu’ every Wednesday. Their plans for the future discussed. Minnu’s paper outlined, edited discussed.

18 24 Jan 2016

Growing disharmony between students and teachers discussed. Cause and Effect discussed.

19 25 Jan 2017

Students who bagged prizes encouraged. Minnu wins the II prize in the Research Forum’s paper presentation Competition. Those who didn’t participate were counselled.

20 1 Feb 2017

Students asked to prepare Job application letters, statement of purpose and Resume. Kind of a finishing school lecture given.

21 8 Feb 2017

Congratulated students on their improvement. Had to solve Minnu’s problem wherein she lost her purse with ATM, Aadhar Card and Voter’s ID. Police case given. Purse found abandoned in College Hostel on 3 March 2017. ATM, Aadhar and Voter’s ID got back . Police informed.

Name of the Internal Mentor : Melda Francis

Asst Prof of Physics, Mercy College.

Sl. No. Name Department

1 Remya T. R. Commerce

2 Manisha M Economics

3 Amritha Balakrishnan English

4 Sandra Yohannan Physics

5 Archana K Chemistry

6 Malavika B English

Mentoring Sessions

Work/Activity undertaken

Discussion on general topics. About the final year classes, Activities to be done in this year etc.

Personal Meeting with Amrutha Balakrishnan and Malavika B for sharing. Also discussed about the EFLU entrance exam,

Power point presentation by Amrutha Balakrishnan.

Motivational talk by Dr Nila, Assistant professor department of English

Personal Meeting with Manisha C. Shared her worries and ambitions.

An Essay on the Topic “Qualities of a Successful Leader”

Personal Meeting with Archana.

Debate on the Topic “Demonetization: Good Or Bad”

Class on communicative skills by Dr Nila; Assistant professor department of English

Mock Interview was conducted

Personal Meeting with Sandra Yohannan

A group Discussion was conducted on the topic “Youth in Politics”

Name of the Internal Mentor: Dr. Liji K. T.

Asst Prof of Economics, Mercy College

Sl. No. Name Department

1 Sini S. Chemistry

2 Aswathy N. History

3 Arya M. Economics

4 Deepthy R. Commerce

5 Sneha M. English

6 Nandana K. Vasudevan Maths

7 Ashna Toms Botany

Mentoring Sessions

06/06/16: All the mentees were gathered after their summer vacation. None of them had

examinations during holidays. They shared their vacation experiences and they were very busy

with upcoming IVth Sem. Exams.

15/07/16: On this day Deepthi R. of III B.Com came and asked about LLB entrance

examinations for the next year. I gave instructions to refer the books and news papers to prepare

for the exam.

26/06/2016: Arya M. of III B.A. Economics shared their family issues and I gave proper

solutions to solve that problems. Sneha N. of III B.A. English Lit. Also came and asked about

her future programmes. I gave instructions to continue her studies

11/08/16: After their IVth Sem. Examinations all of them came and shared their exam

experiences. I gave instructions to use different methods to improve their skills.

28/09/16: Nandana V. Vasudevan of III Mathematics and Sini of III Dc Chemistry shared their

problems regarding Vth Sem. papers. They told, they were very busy with classes and practical.

28/10/16- Mentees were gathered. It was an informal meeting. They have informed me about

their internal examinations.

08/11/16- Mentees gathered. Arya M. of III DC Eco. prepared a power point presentation

regarding Nobel prize winners. Mentees discussed about Nobel prize winners and their

contributions to society.

11/11/16- On this day the talk was on how to write V Sem. Exam. I have given some tips to

write exams very well.

07/12/16: After their exams all of them gathered again. They shared about their exam

experiences. All could write exams very well. Aswathi N. of III DC History prepared one essay

on “ Palakkad Fort” . I corrected the essay and gave instructions to write essays promptly.

06/01/17: - After Christmas holidays all gathered to share about vacation days. It was an

informal meeting.

27/01/17:- On this day one group discussion was arranged. Necessary corrections made.

08/02/17: - Mentees were gathered. This time the talk was on how to apply for competitive

exams. All the doubts were cleared

15/02/17: - Mentees were very busy with VIth Sem. Classes. They shared their worries on this

exams and results.

09/03/17: - Mentees were given instructions to fill up the forms given by the co- coordinator.

They filled all the forms and returned on the same day.

14/03/17:- This was the final meeting of all the 7 mentees. Mentor gave instructions to prepare

for exams, to apply for higher studies and shared good thoughts for future life.

Name of the Internal Mentor- Dr.Sr.Gisala George ,

Asso. Prof. of Physical Education.

Sl. No. Student Name Department

1 Nayana V. English

2 Safna S. History

3 Sandra Silvester Economics

4 Minnu J Abraham BCA

5 Rimsha C. Economics

6 Dhanushya G. Maths

Mentoring Sessions

22.6.2016 Personal Meetings and motivating talk . Mutual sharing about summer vacation

29.7.2016 Analysed- discussion about life style diseases. Management class conducted .

22.8.2016 General topics discussed. Suggested for paper presentations and small research works

to be done in the college campus.

5.9.2016 Teacher’s day wishing. Future plans discussed.

7.9.2016 Personal motivation , sharing of personal matters

18.10.2016 Cancer awareness programme attended along with them. Discussed personally about

their extracurricular activities and participation

27.10.2016 Personal meeting – concentration techniques shared

2.11.2016 Personal meeting – sharing of family matters. Introduced about family welfare

activities which we are doing in our college campus

11.11.2016 Motivating talk about their higher studies

30.11.2016 Motivating talk - higher studies discussion

1.12.2016 Discussion about social evils- DV Act 2005

19.1.2017 About life ambition , higher studies , enquired about their interest in having personal

study materials for their higher studies and achieving their ambitions in life.

13.2.2017 Discussion about relevant books for their preparation - civil services exams, PSC

exams and achieving their ambitions in life

6.3.2017Books list collected and discussed each other for which book will be useful for

preparing civil services exams and all after their final year degree exams.

9.3.2017 Discussion with service providing centre legal advisor- to get timely help for their

doubts about law, studies preparing for LLB and achieving their life ambitions.

15.3.2017 Winding up sessions- friendly visit, sharing fun filled.

Name of the Internal mentor: Dr.Nithya A.A,

Asst. Prof. of Mathematics ,Mercy College


1 P. Veena History

2 Anjana U.A. Physics

3 Anna Job B.Com

4 Archana A Economics

5 Sruthi M B.C.A

6 Poornima Ganesh B.Sc Zoology

Mentoring Sessions

6th June afternoon session 1.00 to 1.50 PM

Created a program chart to be follow during the sessions (2016- 2017)

7th June afternoon session 1.00 to 1.50

Logical reasoning and mental ability problems were discussed.

8th June afternoon session 1.00 to 1.50 PM

Some more problems under the same topics were discussed.

20th July afternoon session 1.00 to 1.50

A test were taken to two of my wards namely P. Veena and Sruthi. M to check their reasoning

ability, logical thinking and memory power and marks given according to their performance in

the test.

20th July evening session 3.30 to 4.15

The same test were taken to another two wards namely Archana A and Poornima Ganesh and

also marks were given accordingly.

27th July afternoon session

Quiz conducted- from News papers news both Malayalam and English of a week.

13th Jan 10.30-11.00 AM

One of the mentee P.Veena presented a research paper in the research forum paper presentation

conducted by research forum as a special task of the programme.

22nd Feb 1.00-1.50 PM

An essay writing completion was held and the topic “ Domestic violence against women” and

Archana of Economics was secured first prize.

24th Feb 9.00-9.30 AM

A mock interview was handled by the mentees both as interview board and as the candidate.

6th March 1.00-1.50PM

Power point presentation topics were discussed and each of the mentee decided to do PPT of a

women role model.

8th March 3.30-4.00PM

Three of the mentees exhibit their PPT

9th March 9.00-9.30 AM

Next session the another mentees presented their power point presentation.

13th March 1.00-1.50 PM

Two of the mentees took an appointment from a professor and done a personal interview and

they shared their experience with us.

14th March 1.00-1.50 PM

Each of the Mentees supports non wws students in their class by teaching their main subject.

15th March 1.00-1.50 PM

Conclude the program by collecting feedback from the mentees.

Name of the Internal Mentor: Dr. Regina Jose

Asst. Prof.of Physics, Mercy College


1 Hajara M. I. History

2 Nithya Lakshmi K Maths

3 Harisree A B.C.A

4 Darsana R Economics

5 Neethu U Chemistry

6 Surya Das C Zoology

Mentoring Sessions

Session 1: Friday, 29th July 2016, 12:50 to 1:50 PM

On the first session after a change of the mentor, the students and the mentor had a meeting.

After having introduced the new mentor to the students, we discussed the general requirements

of the students.

Based on the discussion we decided to prepare a database including the biodata and required

details of the students and to meet on a weekly basis. We proposed to do the following during

each of the forthcoming meetings.

To improve vocabulary: Each student is to introduce 5 new words in English (along

with their meaning and usage in sentences).

To improve communication skill: Each student is to speak 10-15 sentences in English

on any topic of interest.

To improve general knowledge: Each student is to speak on a current affair.

Discussion in class with the aid of various resources like books that were previously

collected etc.

To get acquainted with the student: The mentor spends time with each student a

week.

Session 2: Friday, 5thAugust 2016, 12:50 to 1:50 PM

The students prepared and submitted their biodata with necessary details to be maintained

with the tutor.

Each student shared five English words along with their meanings and usage in

sentences.

Students prepared write-ups on various topics and presented the articles. Corrections and

suggestions were given by the mentor.

The mentor spent time with mentees 3 and 6 to get more acquainted with them.

Session 3: Thursday, 25thAugust 2016, 12:50 to 1:50 PM

We discussed the ambitions of the mentees and the possible ways to achieve them.


sentences.

Mentees were helped to create email-ids and get familiarized with emailing.

The mentor spent time with mentees 2 and 5 to get more acquainted with them.

Session 4: Tuesday, 30thAugust 2016, 12:50 to 1:50 PM


sentences.

A discussion was held on ‘the uses and abuses television’.

The mentor spent time with mentee 4 to get more acquainted with the student.

Session 5: Thursday, 1stSeptember 2016, 12:50 to 1:50 PM


sentences.

A discussion was held on ‘the advantages of reading’.

Rest of the mentees were helped to create email-ids and get familiarized with mailing.

Session 6: Thursday, 6thOctober 2016, 12:50 to 1:50 PM

Two students attended this session as semester exams were yet to be over for others.

We discussed the academics and ambitions of the two mentees.

Session 7: Thursday, 20thOctober 2016, 12:50 to 1:50 PM


sentences.

We discussed personal and non-academic aspects of the mentees and the mentor spent

time sharing her experiences with them.

The academic progress of the mentees too was monitored.

Session 8: Thursday, 3rdNovember 2016, 12:50 to 1:50 PM


sentences.

As per the mentee requirement, information on company secretary ship and its career

possibilities was collected from a resource person and transferred to the mentee.

Session 9: Friday, 11thNovember 2016, 12:50 to 1:50 PM


sentences.

Mentor spent some time with the mentees to collect information on the central and Kerala

PSC examination.

Mentees were given help to improve their keyboard typing skills.

Mentees were given help to make presentations with Microsoft PowerPoint.

Session 10: Thursday, 5thJanuary 2017, 12:50 to 1:50 PM


sentences.

A discussion was held on ‘environmental threats of plastics’.

Session 11: Thursday, 19thJanuary 2017, 12:50 to 1:50 PM

Only one student attended this session as their semester was getting winded up in two

days.

The mentee gave a speech presentation on a topic she prepared.

Guidance and suggestions were given to the mentee to address a formal gathering.

Session 12: Thursday, 16thFebruary 2017, 12:50 to 1:50 PM


sentences.

Mentees were given materials as reference for competitive examinations.

Mentor shared her experiences and information which she got during the workshop for

the mentees.

Session 13: Thursday, 9thMarch 2017, 12:50 to 1:50 PM


sentences.

Mentees shared their experiences and information they received from the external

mentoring sessions they received as a part of the WWS programme.

They shared about the preparations they are doing towards achieving their ambition.

Name of the Internal Mentor: Dr. Divya K. Nair

Assistant Professor in Chemistry, Mercy College

Name of the Students:-

20/06/2016 Time: 12.50 p.m to 01:50 p.m.

The new academic year has started and we resumed our walk with a scholar programme at the

end of June. Saranya, Nihala, Safa, Shilpa and Roopika attended this meeting. They all looked to

be fresh after reopening. We discussed the experience of the vacations. Everyone expected their

second semester exams in June but didn’t happen.

24/06/2016 Time: 12.50 p.m to 01:50 p.m.

Roopika and Saranya came to me and told that they got their first internal timetable. Saranya

informed that her marriage is fixed and is on first week of September. She promised me that she

will continue her studies even after marriage.

Sl:No: Name Department

1. Saranya C History

2. Safa M History

3. Sushamakumari S Computer Applications

4. Nanditha Pauly Physics

5. Nihala P N Commerce

6. Shilpa S Zoology

7. Roopika S Nath Economics

01/07/2016 Time : 3.30 p.m. to 4.30 p. m.

Nandhita pauly of D2 physics came to meet me in the evening. She also looked good in the new

academic year. She told about her father’s health who was having some serious physical

ailments. She also told me that her younger sister Jasmine is also seeking admission in our

college for Physics.

08/07/2016 Time: 12.50 p.m to 01:50 p.m.

Nihala, Safa, Saranya and Roopika met me and told that they got the first internal exam time

table. English is the only subject that they score low marks always. So I asked them to prepare

for it well in advance.

01/08/2016 Time: 12.50 p.m to 01:50 p.m.

Nandhitha came to me with some excitement as she got her internal marks. She scored really

well in Physics (36/40), Chemistry (29/32) and Hindi (33/40). But she made some mistakes in

maths and she could score only 26 out of 40. She was disappointed about it and knew well where

she made errors. I advised her to concentrate on her weak points. Also asked her to practice

problems in Maths repeatedly so that she can master the subject. In English she got 27 out of 40

and this is the case with almost all the students.

05/08/2016 Time: 12.50 p.m to 01:50 p.m. Roopika S. Nath came to me with her first internal marks that she recently got. Except in English

(20/40) she scored well in oyher subjects. She got Economics (28/40), History (34/40), sociology

(34/40), Malayalam (32/40) and Statistics (30/40). Statistics was bit tough for her and she

couldn’t get enough time to complete the exam properly. I asked her to manage time for writing

exams. 08/08/2016 Time: 12.50 p.m to 01:50 p.m.

Shilpa S of D2 Zoology also brought her internal marks on Monday. She also had low mark in

English (20/40). Other subjects she did really well. Zoology (35/40), Hindi (37/40), Chemistry

(31.5/32) and Botany (31/32).

12/08/2016 Time: 12.50 p.m. to 01:50 p.m.

In this meeting both Sushmakumari and Saranya met me in the afternoon. We had a friendly

chat. Saranya showed her Internal marks and Sushma was bit hesitant to reveal her marks. I told

her that it is not compulsory to share your marks with me. If she feels like doing so she can do or

else leave it. Then she was happy.

But Saranya had her results and she had nice marks in all subjects. Sanskrit (39.5/40), English

(26/40), History (26/40), Informatics and History (26/40), Economics (38/40) and ICP (26/40).

She improved a lot in English and she started reading English news papers.

16/08/2016 Time: 12.50 p.m. to 01:50 p.m.

Saranya came to me for a personal meeting. I was shocked initially by hearing that she came to

invite me for her own wedding which is scheduled on 4th Sept 2016.

Her fiancée is doing business and he is ready to allow her to pursue her studies. I was happy by

hearing that. But I strictly told her to do well in her studies because she will be having her second

semester exams on 7th Sept 2016.

19/08/2016 Time: 3.30 p.m. to 4.30 p.m.

Shilpa came to me in the evening and we had some friendly chat. She mentioned me that her

parents are looking for a bridegroom for her. I suggested her whatever happens stick to her goals.

She became happy.

22/08/2016 Time: 12.50 p.m. to 01:50 p.m.

Safa came after a long gap as she had a severe fever since last couple of weeks. She has to go to

hospital everyday for her injections. She lost her weight drastically and became so weak. I was

literally shocked by seeing her weak. She missed many classes and she was sad. I told her first

she has to improve her health then she can do other things including studies. I called up her

mother and talked to her about Safa’s health.

29/08/2016 Time: 12.50 p.m. to 01:50 p.m.

Roopika, Nihala and Shilpa met me in BSc. Lab. They told me that their second semester

university exams has been postponed. They already started preparing for it, and was unhappy

with the dates of the exams. I told them to stick on their studies n o matter what are the dates.

Nihala will be having her exams right in the beginning of September.

01/09/2016 Time: 12.50 p.m to 01:50 p.m.

Nandhitha, Saranya, Roopika and Sushma came to me in the lunch break to inform me about

their time table for the 2nd semester university exams. They were preparing for it since last April.

They told me that they have already started their preparation. But Saranya had some worries as

her marriage was scheduled on 4th September 2016 (Sunday). She had to really prepare her mind

for the marriage as well as her university exams. We planned to go for the wedding if wxam get

post-poned to give her moral support.

09/09/2016 Time: 12.50 p.m to 01:50 p.m.

Safa came to me and told me that the exams got postponed and there is no tension for Saranya as

she will get a couple of days to prepare after her wedding. We were really happy by hearing this

and I immediately called Saranya and talked to her. She also felt relaxed. Safa was excited about

the onam celebrations which was going in our college. My daughter was with me and Safa

became friend with my daughter. She seemed to be quiet energetic after her illness and started

preparation for the exams.

22/09/2016 Time: 12.00 p.m to 01:00 p.m. Nandhitha Pauly came to meet me and asked me some doubts in chemistry. I clarified it. I

enquired about her 2nd semester exams so far done. She seemed to be happy with her

performance.

30/09/2016 Time: 8.30 a.m to 09:30 a.m.

I visited Safa’s home as she was on her study leave, preparing at home. I was worried about her

health. So I wanted to meet her as well as her mother. I met her grandmother, father and aunt

there. We had some nice time by chatting. Her mother discussed with me about her future and

told her about the opportunities that she has after the graduation.

CHANGE IN INTERNAL MENTOR

Name of the Internal Mentor: Harsha Paul

Asst.Prof. of Chemistry, Mercy College

18/1/2017 Time: 12.50 pm to 1.50 pm

In this meeting, all of them except Saranya was there. They were in a tensed mood about their

semester exams. We discussed about various ways of utilizing study leave effectively for

performing their utmost in the exams. The discussion also involved the different strategies for

the stress relief and exam writing skills.

14/2/2017 Time: 3.30 pm to 4.30 pm

Nandhitha came to me with her agonies regarding the Chemistry practicals especially Mixture

analysis. In the Chemistry practical model exam, she lost her marks in Mixture analysis by

wrongly reporting one of the cations. I cleared her doubts, and made her confident for facing the

practicals. I also congratulated her for participating and performing well in the devotional group

dance of College Day Celebrations.

22/2/2017 Time: 3.30 pm to 4.30 pm

Today I met Shilpa and queried about her exams, and came to know that she did her exams well

in our friendly chat. We also discussed about her future plans. Though she was a hardworking

girl, she was doubtful of accomplishing her goal. I inspired her and boosted the confident level.

1/3/2017 Time: 3.30 pm to 4.30 pm

In this last session, all of them were present, with their current affair questions in various

subjects like Science, Sports, Cinema, Environmental Issues and Economics, which was told as a

task. Everyone involved in this quiz by presenting and sharing the answers and enjoyed well,

thereby enriched their General Knowledge. Finally concluded this year session by inspiring them

for achieving their goals, and also assured my support at any phase of their career.

Name of the Internal Mentor: Ms. Delmy Davis ,

Asst. Prof. in Chemistry,Mercy College


1 Jilsy Joby History

2 Indhulekha Murali Physics

3 Faseeha C.F. Economics

4 Sajisha K B.C.A

5 Suvarna V Maths

6 Athira G Zoology

Mentoring Sessions

In the month of July,an official meeting was conducted for the walk with scholar programme.

Ms. sonia Thomas, their former mentor introduced the mentees to me.

Four meetings were conducted in the month of September.

Our first meeting was on 2-9-2016. The meeting was meant for discussing the students’

difficulties related to their academic matters. The students were identified the different ways to

approach their subjects positively and creatively.

On 15 september, one hour was productively utilized in counselling two of the students who

requested for personal talk.

The third meeting was held on 27 september, 2016. Students were asked to participate in a Group

Discussion on the topic ‘Drastic Climate change and Globel Warming". All the students

participated enthusiastically and gave a suggestion to increase the greenery.

On 30 september a meeting was conducted . They discussed about their future plan and carrier ,

they want to adopt. Five of them had decided to do their PG, but Ms. Faseeha from Economics

had a different thought . Her aim was to build up her own business and spent the earnings on

travelling and photography.

Three meetings were there in the month of november.

The first meeting was on3-11-16. In order to improve their communication skill, a discussion

was made on the topic 'Role models of your life'. All of them did well. Nitha Ambani, Abdul

Kalam, Beena kannan, Kalpana Chuola came as their role models.

The second meeting was held on17-11-16. In that meeting we discussed about their internal

marks. All of them had scored good marks in their internal exams.

The third meeting was on 24-11-16. On that day we made a discussion on food wastage in

India. All of them agreed that the food wastage is an alarming issue in India. Our street and

garbage bins, landfills have sufficient proof to prove it. It is time to recognise this colossal scale

of waste and take appropriate action that not only benefits humanity but the environment as well.

Two meetings were there in December.

On 1-12-16. one hour is productively used to improve their observation skill. They were asked

to see a video clip and questions based on that clip were given

The second meeting was on8-12-16. On that day we made a discussion on different colleges,

which can be chosen for their higher studies.

Two meetings were there in the month of February.

On 2-2-2017, we discussed the merits and demerits of semester system in under graduate level.

All the mentees shared the difficulties , which they had faced in the previous year.

In the second meeting, which was on 23-2-17, we discussed about the impacts of social media on

youth. Mentees shared their mail id, whats up number, mobile number with each other.

In March we made three meetings.

First meeting was on 2-3-17. As a part of women’s day, we saw a video clip “Yes, I am a

women”. All the mentees identified the rights we have to get and duties we have to do in the

society.

On 9-3-17, We gathered for our second meeting. Students were asked to write their resume.

They identified different ways of expressing ourselves to others.

Our third meeting was on 16-3-17. we discussed about the exam preparation. All were in a

mood of revising their subject and ready for welcoming the exams.

Name of the Internal Mentor: Shiny E.T.,

Asst Prof. in History, Mercy College


1 Athira D. B.C.A

2 Ramya U. Chemistry

3 Varada C.P. Chemistry

4 Archana S. Physics

5 Risana Mol P.A. Economics

6 Aiswarya S Maths

7 Arya R Zoology

Mentoring Sessions

2.9.2016 - Mentor conducted a meeting with mentees and provided them a class on interpersonal skills.

Planned a book review competition for the mentees.

20 .10 2016- Mentor and mentees gathered together and discussed about arts festival and its preparation.

Motivated them to participate in events. Guided them to create a healthy competitive spirit.

21 .10 2016- In walk with scholar programme, the mentor conducted a book review competition for the

mentees as a part of accelerating the reading habit of mentees.

27 .10 2016- A power point presentation contest based on Environment conducted for the mentees.

10.11.2016- Presented a class on resume writing and assigned them for preparing their own resume.

18.11.2016- Students given a class on personality development and soft skills.

24.11.2016- A lecture on inter-personal skills and life values given.

25.11.2016- A class given them on how to write travel and tour report and assigned them to write a report on a site they visited.

6.12.2016- Discussion on cinemas and how to watch it with critical evaluation.

10.12.2016- There was a discussion on gender disparity. Mentees shared their views with enthusiasm.

13.12.2016- Discussed about how to write articles in journals. The Introduction, content and conclusion of papers, the hypothesis ,the bibliography etc.

16.12.2016- Discussion on gender security on public spaces and measures for self defence.

3.1.2017- Students given an opportunity to perform in the exhibition conducted by the mentor’s department based on the 60th birthday of Palakkad district. They arranged photos and posters very well.

12.1.2017- Orientation on how to face PSC Examinations and given them the ideas and tactics for tackling mental ability and attitude questions.

21.1.2017- Students given a brief idea of Indian constitution and given them a chance for debate on fundamental rights.

3.2.2017- Students given a chance for participating in a seminar on career guidance, psychometric analysis and personality development.

10.2.2017- Collected feedback of WWS from mentees and enquire suggestions for improvement and implementation.

Name of the Internal Mentor: Ms. Anu Kuruvilla

Asst Prof. in Physics, Mercy College


1 Divya V. Maths

2 Smera M BCom C.A.

3 Revathi Unni K. Zoology

4 Amrutha T.N. History

5 Harishma K. English

6 Akhila S. Chemistry

7 Suvarna K. BCom C.A.

A Personal meeting with mentees was held on 1/9/2016. The mentees introduced

themselves and shared about their aims and ambitions. Preparation of working plans for the year

2016-17 was held on 28/9/2016.

Activities to be done are

Training on quantitative and qualitative reasoning

Debates

Class on communication skills

General knowledge discussion

Seminar Presentation

A Motivational talk was done by Dr Nila, Assistant professor ,Department of English on

5/10/2016. She explain the need of walk with scholar programme to the students.

Debate on the topic “Is war inevitable “ was held on 26/10/2016.

A General Knowledge discussion and Current affairs was held on 27/10/2016.Discussions were

carried out to motivate the students to appear for various competitive exams in future.

Discussion on opportunities for B.Com students was held on 1/11/2016

On 3/11/2016 a discussion on importance of reading was conducted.

A motivational video and video of entrepreneur John Kurian was showed. A platform for sharing

personnel experience was also given.

General knowledge and quantitative aptitude discussion was held on17/11/2017.

Class on communicative skills by Dr Nila; Assistant professor department of English was held

on 11/1/2017.Students of mentors Dr Nila , Mrs Melda Francis and M.Sc Physics students

attended the same.

Students attended cancer awareness programme held at college auditorium on 3/2/2017.

Discussion on topic “Demonetization” 8/2/2017.Suvarna K of B.Com prepared the topic and

shared the concepts among the group.

Power point Presentation on topic Women participation in Indian Army by mentee Smera .m was

held on 17/2/2017.

A Book Review by the novel “After all this time” was done by Mentee Smera.M on 23/2/2017.

Class on “how to prepare effective power point presentation” was done on 28/2/2017.

Smera M of B.com who has done a Diploma course in computer application headed the class.

Seminar on Global warming was done by Divya V of B.Sc Mathematics on 9/3/2017. Seminars

were conducted to improve the communication skill and built up confidence in mentees for a

public speech. On the same day a power point presentation on endangered species was done by

Akhila.S of B.Sc Chemistry.

On 15/3/2017 mentee Smera M explained the concepts of Goods and Service tax with the

students. Students were made to prepare about new and relevant topics in their subject and share

the ideas with their friends.

Name of the Internal Mentor: Ms. Priya Vinod

Guest Faculty in BCA, Mercy College


1 Mariya Saju Maths

2 Neeraja S. Physics

3 Mereena Sunny Chemistry

4 Divya D BCom C.A

5 Akshaya R Zoology

6 Laya R. History

7 Difana S.D. Zoology

Date: 07-09-2016 Time: 12.50 p.m to 1.50 p.m

Topic: Getting acquainted and acquiring Bio Data

Goal: To meet all the mentees, observe their general interests, collect their details.

All of the mentees were asked to fill their profile and submit it. It was a general meet where

everyone was acquainted with each other informally. Mentor was formally introduced and shared

her common areas of interests with them.

Date: 30-09-2016 Time: 12.50 p.m to 1.50 p.m

Topic: Self Introduction

Goal: Identify body language, point out positives and give suggestions for improvement

They were asked to introduce themselves informally. Mentees were timid at first. Lack of

gestures, fidgeting, slight swinging when standing, lack of eye contact were some of the traits

shown by them. Was able to identify their shortcomings, suggest ways to overcome them and

highlight their positives, like their use of language and some of their body language.

Date: 26-10-2016 Time: 12.50 p.m to 1.50 p.m

Topic: Food Habits and Table Manners

Goal: To give them a general awareness about the importance of having food on time and being

aware of what they are putting inside their bodies. Also educate them about forgotten table

manners.

Being a generation where dieting is considered a fashion, educating them about the importance

of eating the right food at the right time, rather than skipping meals, was necessary. They

contributed in the discussion with their point of views. All of them claimed to not have skipped

meals in the name of dieting. Many children have forgotten the etiquettes of being at the dining

table. Was able to educate them about the general rules of table manners.

Date: 03-11-2016 Time: 12.50 p.m to 1.50 p.m

Topic: Formal Self Introduction

Goal: Introduce oneself in English as if at a formal interview.

The students were given time to prepare themselves to present. A few of them preferred to write

down some keywords to remember what to say. While most of the managed to complete the task

within the given time, and were ready to present. Observed reluctance in starting first! But,

eventually they overcame their starting trouble. They were given 7 minutes to present. Most of

them had good language and were confident. After all presentations were done, I asked all of

them to point out the positives and negatives of each other’s presentations. This created room for

improvement and also highlighted their positives which gave them confidence.

Date: 24-11-2016 Time: 12.50 p.m to 1.50 p.m

Topic: Open Interview Tips

Goal: Make students prepare a detailed presentation on topics of hobbies, family, aims &

challenges in life. Make them interview each other and give a small idea as to how formal

interviews will be.

Mentees were given time to prepare for their presentations. An interview starts even before the

candidate is seated. The correct body language and apt dressing styles for a formal interview was

imparted to them. Told them that over the top gestures would always distract the panel from

what you are trying to say. At the end of the session, I asked them to be prepared for the

interview in the next session.

Date: 05-01-2017 Time: 12.50 p.m to 1.50 p.m

Topic: Mock Interview

Goal: Conduct a mock interview. The panel consisted of the mentees themselves, each of them

taking turns to become the interviewee.

Mentees were given time to prepare questions to ask their interviewee. All of them presented by

taking turn. The interview panel was strong, they asked good questions about the presentations of

each mentee to which most of them they were able to reply with confidence. I could observe the

mentees feeling more confident about them by the end of the session.

Date: 08-02-2017 Time: 1.00 p.m to 2.00 p.m

Topic: Group Discussion

Goal: Identify how the mentees worked in groups.

The students were divided into two groups. The topic given to them was to discuss about the

advantages and disadvantages of demonetization. They seemed to be working well in groups.

Two of them seemed rather quiet and were intently listening to what the others in the group had

to say. I informed them that full participation of the whole the group was the main objective of

such a discussion and also that GD is one of main rounds after an interview. This motivated them

and were seen animatedly involved in the discussion.

Date: 09-02-2017 Time: 3.30 p.m to 4.30 p.m

Topic: Article Review

Goal: Review an article and present the review.

The mentees chose the article of their personal choice. All of them had their written reviews with

them, which they preferred to read. The topics ranged from emoji era to grave issues like

drought. Most of the mentees identified with the author, while one or two seemed to disagree

with the author of the article that they presented. All of the mentees seemed more confident and

comfortable than in previous sessions.

Date: 13-02-2017 Time: 12.50 p.m. to 1.50 p.m.

Topic: Debate

Goal: Identify how the mentees participated in a debate.

The students were divided into two groups previously to discuss about the positives and

negatives of demonetization. The same groups participated in the debate. One group was entitled

to speak about the positives and the other group about the negatives. It was an active debate

where both teams opposed each other. But, the team which presented the negatives clearly won

the debate. The debate brought out their aggressive side, not in a negative way, defending the

topic that they were assigned.

Date: 15-02-2017 Time: 12.50 p.m. to 1.50 p.m.

Topic: Preparing Bio-data

Goal: Help them get acquainted with bio-data format and prepare their own bio-data.

I gave them an idea about writing their bio-data. The new format was introduced to them and

explained what details need to be included and what details need to be excluded in a bio-data.

Mentees were given time to prepare their own bio-data. A discussion was conducted and the

necessary corrections were made.

Date: 16-02-2017 Time: 12.50 p.m. to 1.50 p.m.

Topic: Essay Writing

Goal: Identify writing skills.

The topic: Importance of family in life was given to the students. The mentees were given time

to prepare for the same. They were asked to write the essay not exceeding 300 words. After

writing essays, necessary corrections, spelling and grammatical errors were corrected.

Date: 20-02-2017 Time: 12.50 p.m. to 1.50 p.m.

Topic: Get acquainted with strangers in the campus.

Goal: To rid the children of their inhibitions.

The mentees were given the task to get acquainted with as many people as they can within the

campus within the given 20 minute time frame and report back to me who all they met. The

constraint was to meet new people and not people whom they already knew. It was an exciting

and exhilarating task for them. The shy ones seem to have overcome their shyness and managed

to get acquainted with many people.

Date: 21-02-2017 Time: 12.50 p.m. to 1.50 p.m.

Topic: Word Power

Goal: To introduce new words as much as possible.

The mentees were given different themes (like sports, politics), a different one for every mentee.

A home task was given to them to identify 30 English words related to the theme and also

construct sentences with those words. The mentees shared those words in the session with other

mentees and the unfamiliar words were noted. The sentences constructed with those words were

read out and also asked other mentees to construct sentences on their own with the new words.

Date: 27-02-2017 Time: 12.50 p.m. to 1.50 p.m.

Topic: Film Review

Goal: Movie review skills.

The mentees were given to watch an Oscar winning movie, “Forrest Gump”, as a home task.

They were asked to prepare a power point presentation of the review and present in the class. It

brought out the different views of every mentee, as every mentee comes from a different societal

background.

Date: 08-03-2017 Time: 12.50 p.m. to 1.50 p.m.

Topic: Feedback of WWS

Goal: To know about how WWS has helped the mentees.

It was a discussion or rather a feedback about the WWS scheme. I asked them, if the WWS

sessions have helped them, how it has helped them in anyway and what they thought about the

program. Many of them seemed to have gained more positive effects in their personalities. They

said they had gained more confidence in speaking to others in English language. The mentees

said that they enjoyed the sessions at the same time they were able to take away something from

that session.

Name of the Internal Mentor: Dr. Jayasree S

Asso.Prof in Zoology , Mercy College

SNo Student Name Department

1 Chandini V.C. I BCA

2 Nihala Parveen A.A. I DC Physics

3 Kavya P. I DC Physics

4 Divya Surendran I BCom C.A

5 Nandini M. I DC History

6 Divya K. I DC Economics

7 Alexandra Roy Onattu I DC English

Session

Number


1 Topic: Formal Self Introduction

Six students belonging to different departments sat together and introduced themselves.

Each one tried to reveal them to the audience. Detailed about their school, family

members, friend etc. Discussed about their ambition.

Asked them why they selected the respective disciples?

All of them answered with awesome spirit.

2 Topic: Personal counselling

Each member revealed their family background. Personal counselling was given to set

the goal. Few required personal attention to pursue in their studies. Few more

motivated to apply for higher education scholarships etc.

3 Topic: Diary Writing

Asked them to Keep a diary to note personal, academic experience, achievements and

records. Also motivated them to participate in curricular and extracurricular activities.

New discoveries etc.

4 Topic: Setting their goal

Setting the Goal is the most important part of a student. Discussed with each mentee

about their goal. Each one has a goal but attain to that heights need hard work and

perceverance. Finalised the discussion with the determination to attain the goal through

hard work. Knowing their interest and dreams and helping them to set their goal for

future along with giving proper guidelines and suggestions to achieve that goal

5 Topic: Acquiring General Knowledge

News papers, books, Channels etc are different media which provide knowledge.

Daily news paper reading for 30-1 hr will help them to acquaint with knowledge.

Asked them to read the news papers and arrange the news in an order starting with

International, national, regional, local etc.

6 Topic: Developing teaching skill

To become a good teacher is difficult.The students were given opportunities to take

classes to other students on campus.

7 Topic: General awareness

i) Motivating to improve reading habit e.g. suggest great books and authors,

provide books

ii) Habit of reading employment magazine, can make them aware about new career

opportunities and scope for future studies

8 Topic: Improves presentation skills

Each mentee selected topic for their presentation. For the first time they prepared

their presentation by own.

9 Topic: Carreer option selection

Discussed about the new career options to the mentees. And helped them how reach

the heights. Each one identified their career options.

10 Topic: Personality and development and preparing for competitive exams.

Asked them to identify and conduct various test to improve problem solving, numerical

ability, time management and also to evaluate their progress. They lost the fear of

facing competitive exams.

11 Topic:Article Review

They were asked to identify topic of their interest from journal and asked them to

review it. Each one had done a wonderful job of reviewing an article.

12 Topic: Essay Writing

Each mentee identified a topic of their interest and prepared essay. They have prepared

the essay after going through various reference materials.

13 Topic:Abstract writing

Mentee selected articles in their specialization and prepared abstracts in one paragraph.

14 Topic: LCD Presentations

Presenting a topic using sophisticated tools will help others to understand quickly.

They learned how to prepare ppt and presented the topics in good manner. The

drawbacks were identified and they are ready to correct it.

15 Feed back of WWS.

They enjoyed the session’s .Asked whether they get the same mentor next year.

Created a self confidence in them. Started to speak fluently.

Name of the Internal Mentor: Dr. Vanisree K

Asst.Prof in Sanskrit , Mercy College


1 Aiswarya S.P. I DC Maths

2 Jasmine Pauly I DC Physics

3 Nujuma Nazrine N I B.Sc.Zoology

4 Sneha S. I DC History

5 P. Gopika I DC English

6 Aswathy M. I DC Chemistry

7 Athira A I BCom C.A.

Session

Number

Work /Activity undertaken

1 03/10/2016 Time: 3.30pm to 4.30.pm

Topic : Preparation for higher studies & How to face interviews.

Among the seven students five are participated in the class. The class was from

3.30.pm to 4.30.pm.They expressed their interests in higher studies.Special tastes in

particular career are discussed.ISS,Civil Service,Professor,IFS,are some them.

Model question paper collection,evaluation and discussion are suggested.

Depth knowledge in subject ,powerful and respectful presentation ,good

manners,pleasant approach,etc.are mainly discussed as qualities of a person who is

facing an interview.

Attendance:

1) Jasmine Pauly (D1 Physics) 2)NujumaNazrine.N(D1 Zoology)3)P.Gopika.(D1

English)4)Aswathy.M. (D1 Chemistry.

4 members are attended.

2

05/10/2016 Time :12.50 pm to m1.50.pm Topic

:Personality Development.

Good mannerism ,dedication,confidence ,honesty,etc. are discussed as the tips of

personality development. After the class a topic was given to analyse and write as aa

assignment.The topic was –“ What is good personality ? How can develop it ?

Importance of it ? “

Attendance :

1)Aiswarya.S.P. (D1 Maths,) 2) Jasmine Pauly (D1 Physics) 3)NujumaNazrine.N(D1

Zoology) 4)Sneha.S. (D1History).

4 members are presented.

3 06.10.2016 Time : 12.50.pm to 1.50.pm Topic:

Personality development through Yoga.

Yoga and its importance to the development of personality is discussed.Efficiency or

proficiency in action,control of sense organs,concentration and dedication of mind are

discussed.Subject was based on the Yogasutra of Patanjali.

6 members were attended.

4 28.10.2016 Time ; 12.50.pm to 1.50.pm Topic : Philosophy

Philosophy gives strength to live. Six Indian Philosophies are explained Gave an

awareness about Nyaya,Yoga,Sanghya,Vaiseshika,Vedanta and Mimamsa .


5 23.11.2016 Time : 12.50.pm to 1.50.pm Topic : Ancient Indian Literature

Vedas ,Puranas,Epics and other main works of ancient India are discussed.aA short

note on them are given.

6 students are participated.

6 29.11.2016. Time : 3.30.pm to 4.30.pm . Topic: My Ambition.

Without ambition can not be achieved. Students wrote about their ambition.

5 students are attented.

7

23.01.2017 Time: 3.30.pm to 4.30.pm . Topic : Systematic preparation for tests and

interviews.

Importance of systematic preparation,regular study,regular reading of news

papers,short note collection of G.K., writing of book review ,etc.are discussed.

5 students are attended.

8 27.01.2017 Time : 3.30.pm to 4.30pm. Topic : Review on relevant

subjects.

Presentation method of a subject is discussed and topics presented.

Clarity in speaking,importance of summarizing the points are noted.

4 members are attended the class.

9 30..01.2017. Time : 3.30.pm to 4.30 pm. Topic : Review on News

papers.

Jellikkettu,novels,recent film articles are discussed.

6 are presented.

10 31.01.2017 Time: 3.30.pm to 4.30.pm. Topic : Review on women protection.

Recent problems on women and safty measures are explained.Importance of women

empowerment through education is also discussed.

4 are participated.

11 03.02.2017 Time : 3.30.pm to 4.30.pm. Topic : Influence of education and

importance of education among women.

Strength and weakness of women are noted.

4 students are attended.

12 08.02.2017 Time : 3.30.pm to 4.30.pm. Topic : Family issues,academic issues and

relationship issues .

These problems are simplified by guidance.

4 members were presented.

13 15.02.2017 Time : 3.30.pm to 4.30.pm. Topic : Preparation for the exam-

Mentally and physically.

Directions are given.Some are asked doubts on the topic and discussed the solutions.

5 students were presented.

14 03.03.2017. Time : 3.30.pm to 4.30.pm. Topic : Values –importance in life-

Discussion.

Truth,dedication,kindness,courage,justice,dharma,givingness,tolerance,empathy,etc.are

discussed.

2 students were presented.

15 24.03.2017. Time :3.30.pm to 4.30.pm.

Topic : Violation against women – Precaution and prevention.

Recent issues against women are discussed. Importance of self care,self

resistance,courage,awareness of law,etc .are discussed.


16 27.03.2017. Time : 3.30.pm to 4.30.pm. Topic : Importance of WWS- Merits and

Opinion.

Students discussed that ,WWS gives motivation and guidance to go ahead.


Name of the Internal Mentor: Dr. Meena P Kumar

Asso.Prof in English , Mercy College


1 Aiswarya G.S. I BCA

2 Aromal Subi Stephen I DC Physics

3 Jijisha Nath P.S. I B.Sc.Zoology

4 Thaslima Nasreen . A I DC History

5 Shabna U. I DC Economics

6 Sreedhanya P. Nandan I DC Chemistry

7 Monisha M I B.Sc.Zoology

Session

Number


1 05.12.2016 Time : 3.30pm to 4.30 pm

Getting acquainted with the mentees.

2 06.12.2016 Time : 3.30pm to 4.30 pm

Informal self introduction

3 08.12.2016 Time : 3.30pm to 4.30 pm

Guidelines given to students as to how to give a self introduction in interviews.

4 20.1.2017 Time : 3.30pm to 4.30 pm

Formal introduction by students as in an interview.

5 24.1.2017 Time : 3.30pm to 4.30 pm

Word game designed to help students to improve communication skills.

6 1.2.2017 Time : 3.30pm to 4.30 pm

Guidelines given for participation in group discussion to face interview.

7 08.2.2017 Time : 3.30pm to 4.30 pm

Slideshow on nature photography.

8 Submission of written assignment on a topic of their choice. Time 12.50-1.50pm

15/2/2017

9 18.2.2017 Time : 12.30pm to 1.30 pm

Evaluation of assignments.

10 22.2.2017 Time : 3.30pm to 4.30 pm

Suggestions given to improve writing skills.

PARTICIPATION OF WWS STUDENTS IN PROGRAMMES OF CAREER GUIDANCE

CELL

19.10.2016 A session on “ Career Prospects of Civil Services and Effective Methods to

Approach Exam and ensure Success” by Mr. Faris P.K. Academy Director , Mr. Abdul Lathif,

Course Co-ordinator and Mr. Ranjith Kumar , Faculty Head , Central Academy for Civil Service

Training, Trivandrum for all the students.

10.08.2016 A Placement Readiness Workshop was done to IIIDC students by DR. R. Vishal

Kumar Asst. Professor and Head of Finance Department and Dr. K. Sampath Kumar Asst.

Professor and Head of Marketing Department, Happy Valley Business School, Coimbatore.

16.1.2017 Students participated in the Edu Expo held at Prassanna Lakshmi Auditorium. Ms.

Malavika B, Amritha Balakrishnan, Sneha M, Abhinaya A, Pooja M, Akhila A and Hildegerd

AnneMaria of IIIBA English secured second position in the competition “Panchatantra”.

19.1.2017 Ms. Amritha Balakrishnan(Memory Challenge) Pooja M, and Hildegerd

AnneMaria(Rapid Quiz) participated in the Grand Finale of “Panchatantra” in Edu Expo held at

Ashirvad Auditorium, Calicut.

FEED BACK REPORT

Feed back of the entire programme for the year 2015-16 has been collected from the students of

Walk with a scholar programme . The feedback is as follows

Books purchased are useful and helpful in preparations for competitive exams.

Internal mentoring sessions are very useful-mentors are friendly

External mentoring sessions are by experts; and are really marvelous

External mentoring was held late due to delay in receiving funds.

Mentoring sessions can be made more useful with active participation of students

Mentoring sessions can include research related topics.

Sessions conducted in association with Career Guidance Cell were informative

Stationary kit provided is an encouraging factor.

Coordination of the programme is excellent.

Mock test, interview are really a preparation to future.

Availability of fund by August or September will help in organizing the programme in a

much good way.

DECLARATION

Walk With A Scholar Programme of Mercy College Palakkad for the academic year 2016-2017

has been completed. All the activities organized in the College are as per the guidelines provided

by the Directorate of Collegiate Education. I thank Directorate of Collegiate Education for

providing the fund for the programme .

Special thanks to Dr.S Rajoo Krishnan and Mr. Vyshak R.A. for the guidance, instructions and

help.

I thank the Principal of the college, all the external mentors,resource persons who conducted

mock tests and mock interviews, internal mentors and the mentees for their support and

cooperation.

Deepa N.

Co-ordinator,WWS

Mercy College, Palakkad

Verified and Found Correct

Members of Monitoring Committee

Position Name Designation Signature

Principal Dr.Sr.Lilly P.V. Associate Professor In

Economics

IQAC Coordinator Dr. Girija R. Assistant Professor in Zoology

Staff Secretary Dr. Sheelakumari M.P. Assistant Professor in Political

Science

Senior Teacher in

Charge

Ms. Rita Mary Thomas Associate Professor In Physical

Education

Forwarded By

Principal

Mercy College, Palakkad

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