SNDT College of Home Science

Yuva Mahotsav
2023-09-09 - 2023-09-10
24 students participated in Yuva Mahotsav organized by SNDT WU at Satara on 9th and 10th September 2023.
Winners of Yuva regional –

Saisha kulkarni – Poetry recitation Marathi- 3rd prize
Aahna Gholse – Poetry recitation English- 3rd prize
Himani Yakkundi – Elocution English- 3rd prize
Mahima Verma – Essay writing Hindi- 3rd prize

Teacher’s Day Celebration
2023-09-05
Teachers day was celebrated by the students on 5th September 2023. Principal Prof. Sachin Deore addressed the students on this occasion.

DEEKSHARAMBHA (Induction Programme)
2023-09-04 - 2023-09-09
The Deeksharambh was inaugurated on Monday, 4th September 2023. This program was an orientation for F.Y. BSc. and F.Y M. Sc. students. Prof. Sachin Deore(Principal, Addl. Charge), Dr. Vrushali Nagarale (Admission Committee In-charge), Mrs. Madhuri Ratnaparkhi (IQAC Coordinator) and admission committee members arranged the activities for the Deeksharambh program. The weeklong Deeksharambhprogram, (from 4th September to 9th September 2023) included lectures and visits to the colleges in the SNDT Women’s University Campus, Pune.
Prof. Sachin Deore (Principal, Addl. Charge) briefed the audience about the University and the difference between SNDT Women’s University and other Universities. Dr. Vrushali Nagarale (Admission Committee In-charge) explained the importance and objectives of arranging various lectures and visits to the various institutes on the campus.
Ms. Anuja Bhise briefed about NSS, Ms. Tisha Oswal spoke about Sports and Ms. Himani Yakkundi shared her experiences of the cultural events and Annual gathering (Spectrum) program. Vote of thanks were proposed by Ms. Anushka Saharabuddhe. Dr. Lalieetaa Bbhagat compered the program.
On 4th September 2023, visit to Karve Kutir and Department of Communication and Media Studies SNDT College of Arts and Commerce for Women.
On 5th and 6th September 2023,Orientation at SNDT BMK Knowledge Resource Centre
On 7th September 2023, Major Kashifa Inamdar briefed about the NCC programs.
On 7th September 2023, in the afternoon. Dr. Anamika Singh, Director of JanakideviBajaj Institute of Management interacted with students
On 8th September 2023, students were taken to the Medical camp in Tarapore Hall.
On the 9th September 2023 visit to the College of Education was arranged.
The Deeksharambh concluded on 9th September 2023.

National Nutrition Month
2023-09-01 - 2023-09-30
National Nutrition Month
National Nutrition Month was celebrated throughout September 2023 in the community by students from SNDT College of Home Science Pune in collaboration with Tara Mobile Creches (TMC) and Nutrition Society of India Pune Chapter. Students from department of Food Science and Nutrition enthusiastically conducted ‘Nutrition education through play and entertainment’ in the day-care centres at construction sites in Pune adopted by TMC. 32 students from M.Sc. Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics participated in this activity.

On 2nd September 2023, ‘A Fun Nutrition Activity’ for pre-schoolers was organised in in association with Uprisers Preschool, Ravet, Pune. The children learnt about basics of Nutrition, Hygiene and Health from the students of M Sc CND.

Breast Feeding Week
2023-08-14 - 2023-08-19
SNDT College of Home Science Pune chapter in collaboration with the Anusandhan trust’s Sathi (Support for Advocacy and Training to Health Initiative) participated in the World Breastfeeding Week activity. Students from department of Food Science and Nutrition actively participated in the meetings at community centres along with ArogyaSathi from Sathi. Students discussed the Benefits of breastfeeding to babies, Galactagogues, Healthy plate for lactating women, Complementary foods: Food square for babies aged 6 months and above with the help of informative posters. 22 students from M.Sc. Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics participated in this activity in the month of August 2023.

Meri Mati Mera Desh Program
2023-08-14
A program MERI MATI MERA DESH was organised on 14th August 2023. The students planted saplings near the college building and participated in a rally along with the teachers in the campus. Students performed street plays, sung patriotic songs and poems. The contribution of freedom fighters for India’s independence was narrated through speeches. The chief guest, Dr. Vilas Nandavdekar, Principal Prof Sachin Deore addressed the students on this occasion.

Orientation Program of the Junior College
2023-08-12
An orientation program for FY J C was arranged on 12th August 2023.

Sir Vithaldas Thackercy Punyatithi
2023-08-12
Sir Vithaldas Thackercy Punyatithi was observed on 12th August 2023 on SNDT Women’s University Pune campus which was hosted by SNDT College of Home Science, Pune. Mr. Vijaykumar Bhavari, speaker of the program highlighted Sir Thackercy’s contribution towards SNDT WU. Dr. Vilas Nandvadekar, Registrar of SNDT WU, Mrs. Purnima Mehta, Chancellor’s nominee on SNDT WU Management council, Prof. Sheetal More in charge of Pune Campus, all the Heads of the departments, teaching and nonteaching staff from different department of Pune campus paid homage to the memory of Sir Vitthaldas Thackersey.

Orientation of NEP
2023-07-27
Principal, Prof. Sachin Deore oriented the students on National Education Policy and Academic Bank of Credits on 27th July 2023.

Pune Millets Mela
2023-07-12
The Ministry of Food Processing Industries, Govt of India, in association with All India Food Processors Association, AFSTI Pune Chapter ,CASMB and SNDT College of Home Science Pune SNDTWU organized Pune Millets Mela on 12th July 2023 at the Janaki Devi Bajaj Institute of Management and Research, SNDT Women’s University Pune Campus.
The event was Inaugurated & addressed By Smt. Anita Praveen, Secretary, MoFPI GOI, Sh. Sunil Chavan, Agriculture Commissioner, GOMH, Dr. Raghav Jadli, President, AIFPA, & Sh. M.A. Tejani, Former President, AIFPA & M.D Gits Food Products.
Prof. Sachin Deore, Principal Addl. Charge welcomed the guests and briefed the audience about the SNDT Women’s University and also delivered the theme address.
Excellent Technical Sessions were delivered by experts from Regulatory Officer, Nutritionist, Technology and Processing Sector.
PMFME Schemes were highlighted through officials of State Nodal Agency, Maharashtra. As well as the beneficiaries of scheme shared their experiences.
Over 400 registration were received and 25 stalls exhibited products made from Millets. Students of SNDT College of Home Science Pune performed street plays for creating awareness about consumption and benefits of millets .
The students of SNDT College of Home Science also put up a stall and served millets based products.
The students efforts were highly appreciated by the visiting officials.

Orientation Program of Senior College
2023-07-10
An orientation program for FY B. Sc. students was organized on 10th July 2023. The Principal, Prof Sachin Deore welcomed the students and briefed about the history of the University and College. He further gave an overview about the co-curricular and extra- curricular activities of students could participate for the overall holistic development. He also briefed the students about the National Education Policy and the preparedness of the college towards its implementation.
The students and parents were oriented about attendance rules and different committees like Timetable, Youth forum, Internal Complaint Committee, Grievance Committee, Anti-Ragging committee, Counselling, NSS, Examination, etc. The HODs of various departments briefed the students about the program and course objectives, opportunities for higher studies and career opportunities in the respective specializations.

Congratulations to Ms. Arya Beri
2023-04-30
Ms. Arya Beri from FY Nutrition and Dietetics won 5 Bronze medals and secured all-round 3rd position in Rhythmic Gymnastics in senior age group in District Championship (PDGA) held on 30th April 2023.

Staff Welfare Program
2023-04-27
A session on ‘Good Nutrition for Good Health’ was organized as a staff welfare activity on 27th April 2023. Smt. Sukesha Satavlekar, senior Nutritionist, Amrut Aahar, Pune had a dietary dialog with the teaching and non-teaching staff of the college.

Bharat Ratna Maharshi Dhondo Keshav Karve Jayanti
2023-04-18
The teaching and non-teaching staff paid homage to Bharat Ratna Maharshi Dhondo Keshav Karve, the pioneer of Women’s education and the founder of SNDT Women’s University, on his Jayanti on 18th April 2023.

Bharat Ratna Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Jayanti
2023-04-15
Bharat Ratna Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Jayanti was observed on 15th April 2023. Principal, teaching and non-teaching staff paid homage.

Alumni Connect
2023-04-12
An ‘Alumni Connect’ program was organized for the final year UG and PG students on 12th April 2023. Alumni from every specialization was invited to interact with the outgoing students. Smt. Maneesha Ashtaputre- Human Development, Ms. Aarti Bhalerao- Dietetics, Ms. Rucha Ganpathy- Nutrition and Food Processing, Ms. Rituja Tulshi- Interior Space Design, Ms. Rasika Bhoj- Textile Science and Apparel Design, and Ms. Niyati Salunkhe- Human Ecology and Consumer Studies shared their knowledge, experiences and insights with the outgoing students.

Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Jayanti
2023-04-11
Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Jayanti was observed on 11th April 2023. Principal, teaching and non-teaching staff and students attended the same. Principal, Prof Deore in his speech emphasized on his pioneering work in Women’s Education and social reforms.

Farewell to UG and PG final year students
2023-04-11
A farewell to the UG and PG final year students was arranged on 11th April 2023. Students shared their experiences and memories. Principal Prof. Sachin Deore in his addressed the students and gave his best wishes.

Inauguration of a Creche
2023-03-29
‘Human Development’ department of the college runs a Nursery School as its lab school for the students of SY and TY. A Creche, started by the department was inaugurated at the hands of Honorable Vice Chancellor Prof. Ujwala Chakradeo on 29th March 2023. She stated that having a good day care center is the need of the hour. The parents can be mentally relaxed when their child is in the safe hands while they areon duty improving their productivity at the workplace.

One Day National level Workshop on ‘Intellectual Property Rights’
2023-03-27
A one-day national level workshop on ‘Intellectual Property Rights’ was organized on 27th March 2023 in association with ASSOCHAM and PATLEX Business solutions, Pune. Prof. Ruby Ojha, Pro Vice Chancellor SNDT Women’s University, Mumbai was the chairperson for the inaugural session of the workshop.
The sessions at the workshop were ‘Introduction to Intellectual Property Rights’ by Mr. Vijay Shivpuje, ‘Patent Searching’ by Mr. Pushpak Singh and ‘Commercializing Intellectual Property Rights’ by Mr. Vijay Shivpuje.
Dr. Sunita Jahirabadkar, Dean R and D, Department of Engineering, Cummins College of Engineering for Women, Pune was the chief guest for the valedictory session. The session was chaired by Dr. Aashish Panat, Director Incubation, Innovation and Linkages, WISE Center SNDT Women’s University, Mumbai.

Online interactive guest lecture on ‘Basics of Vastu Shastra’
2023-03-25
An online guest lecture on ‘Basics of Vastu Shastra’ was arranged by the department of Resource Management for SY and TY ISD students on 25th March 2023. The speakers were Ms. Pooja Rathod and Dr. Komal Parmar, the alumni of the department. The students were introduced to the importance of Vastu Shatra in Designing of any residential space. The students understood the planning of interiors on the basis of Vastu Shastra and received simple tips to improve the feel good factor of the family members.

Congratulations and Best wishes to Samrudhi Kulkarni
2023-03-19
Congratulations and Best wishes to Samrudhi Kulkarni!!
Ms. Samruddhi Kulkarni, from SY Nutrition and Dietetics, got selected for National Championship 2023 and will be representing Maharashtra in the tournament to be held at Jammu from 19th to 27th March 2023.

Nutrition Awareness Activity
2023-03-18
The college in collaboration with PFNDAI and sponsored by ITC, Prolicious, Kellogg’s and Ingredion, organised a ‘Nutrition Awareness Activity’ on 18th March 2023. The program included an online webinar on ‘Nutritious Grains for Health and Wellness’. The programme also included a E Poster contest on the topic ‘Maintaining Health with Millets’. Our students bagged the first and the third prize and three consolation prizes.

Warli Art Exhibition
2023-03-17 - 2023-03-18
An exhibition of articles prepared by the students using Warli Art forms, taught during the two credits add on course in ‘Basics of Warli Painting’ was arranged on 17th and 18th March 2023. It was kept open for all the students, parents, and outsiders. The course was offered by the department of Resource Management.

Career Guidance Program in Association with BNI
2023-03-17
College conducted a Career Guidance program in association with BNI (Business Networking India, Business Voices) to orient the students about Business and Job Opportunities having relevance to the specializations offered by SNDT College of Home Science, Pune on 17th March 2023. On Campus Recruitment drive was also arranged which received good response from the final year students and alumni as the skill based approach of the syllabi of Home Science prepares the students to face the professional set up. Principal Prof. Sachin Deore highlighted importance of conducting such programs to give exposure to the students regarding the professional world. BNI President Mr. Laxmikant Dharashivkar, Vice President Mr. Yoghesh Dhakne, Secretary Ar. Shradha Chavan, Mr. Ashish Joshi, Mr. Atul Joglekar, Mrs. Anandini Garg participated in the event.

International Women's Day Celebration
2023-03-08
International Women’s Day was celebrated on 8th March 2023. Principal Prof. Sachin Deore addressed the audience. Guest speakers, Mrs. Sangeeta Jadhav and Mrs. Madhura Pardeshi from Chaitanya Mahila Mandal, Moshi Pune oriented the students about the challenges faced by women and legislative help available to women.

Celebration of National Science Day
2023-02-28
On the occasion of National Science Day, a program was organized by Science Department on 28th February 2023. The Chief guest for the program was Mr. Mahesh Saha and the guest speaker was Dr. Satish Naik, who delivered speech on “Role of Millets in Ancient Agriculture in India”. Through his speech, students gained knowledge regarding the Ancient millets and their benefits.
On the same day an exhibition arranged. The students of first year enthusiastically participated in the same focusing on the experiments, which can be easily performed by using available house hold materials like oil, colour, baking soda, vinegar etc. One of the experiments, “Floating Lamp” was the centre of attraction.
A Science quiz was organised in the format of written MCQ Pattern on 1st March 2023. 58 students from various colleges on the Pune campus participated in the same. Three winners were declared:

1st prize – Prerana Hajare, SY B Com, SNDT College of Arts and Commerce, Pune

2nd prize – Rutuja Chidrewar, SY. B Sc ND1, SNDT College of Home Science, Pune

3rd prize- Anushka Sahasrabuddhe, SY B Sc ND2 SNDT College of Home Science, Pune

NSS Special Residential Camp
2023-02-13 - 2023-02-19
NSS Special Residential Camp Was Held at Netaji Shubhash Chadra Bose Army School, Phulgoan, Near Alandi, Pune, Maharastra from 13th to 19th February 2023. The objective of the camp was to identify the needs and problems of the community and to develop a sense of social and civic responsibility among the students. The activities included performance of street plays, cleanliness drive etc.
Some activities were held at the college campus which included cleanliness drive, and extension and community outreach activities in Mega City Community, Karve Road, Pune.

Field trip cum workshop on screen printing and block printing
2023-01-28
A field trip cum workshop on screen printing and block printing was organised at ‘Screen – O – Make’ unit near Nanded City, Sinhagad Road, Pune for TY TSAD students on 28 January. Mr Vishwas Phadke, owner of the unit gave in-depth knowledge regarding the textile printing techniques. Experts at the unit taught students the method and technique of block printing in one and multicolours. Screen developing technique was also taught to them. Students printed their own samples using both the printing methods.

FoSTac Training
2023-01-25
An online FoSTac training- basic level was organized for TY FSQC and first year M. Sc students on 25th January 2023.
