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Fast-Track Your Creativity: A Canva Workshop for Smarter Design 2.0

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On 17th January 2024, the Centre for Academic and Professional Support (CAPS), in collaboration with the Department of Languages, successfully hosted the workshop titled "Fast-Track Your Creativity: A Canva Workshop for Smarter Design 2.0" . This advanced, hands-on session was tailored for students enrolled in the MA English with Digital Humanities (MAEDH) program and focused on designing visually compelling newsletters and annual reports using Canva. The workshop was conducted from 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM at Room No. 2111, Management Block. Building on the success of the previous session, the workshop addressed feedback and specific interests expressed by participants, such as learning to create professional newsletters. The training aimed to provide attendees with a step-by-step guide to mastering the art of designing newsletters and annual reports that are sleek, engaging, and impactful. Workshop Objectives and Structure The session began by outlining the fundamental steps to...

Fast-Track Your Creativity: Canva Workshop for Smarter Design

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The Centre for Academic and Professional Support (CAPS), in partnership with the Department of Languages, recently organized an exclusive workshop titled "Fast-Track Your Creativity: A Canva Workshop for Smarter Design". This advanced session was tailored specifically for students of the MA English with Digital Humanities (MAEDH) program, blending English studies with cutting-edge Digital Humanities tools. The workshop was designed to equip participants with advanced skills in Canva, an intuitive design platform known for its versatility and ease of use. Recognising the critical role of design and visual storytelling in the academic and professional landscapes, the session provided a comprehensive exploration of Canva’s features, guiding participants in crafting visually appealing and professional-grade content. The training session was facilitated by CAPS Mentor Bharat Garima and began with an introduction to Canva’s user interface and a demonstration of its extensive functi...

PhD Inauguration

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The Centre for Research at CHRIST (Deemed to be University), Pune Lavasa Campus, is pleased to announce the inauguration of the PhD program for the December 2024 cohort. The event, held on the 11th and 12th of January 2025 in the Smart Room, Central Block, marked a momentous milestone for the institution, which is esteemed as 'The Hub of Analytics.'   Day 1: 11 th January 2025 The inauguration ceremony commenced at 9:30 AM with a compelling opening address by Dr. Fr. Lijo Thomas, Dean and Director of the Lavasa Campus. In his remarks, Fr. Lijo underscored the university’s unwavering commitment to fostering a robust research culture and emphasized the pivotal role of academic rigor and integrity in advancing doctoral studies. Subsequently, Dr. Preethi N., Head of the Centre for Research, delivered an insightful presentation outlining the institution’s dynamic research initiatives tailored to support scholars throughout their PhD journey. The first session, titled "Ic...

Building Data Foundation on: Snowflake for Data Warehousing

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The Snowflake event held on 14th January 2024 covered an in-depth understanding of Snowflake, a cloud-based data warehouse platform, along with its architecture, functionalities, and use cases. The day was divided into four structured sessions, each focusing on different aspects of Snowflake and data warehousing. Session 1: Introduction to Data Warehousing and Snowflake (9:00 AM – 11:00 AM) The first session began with an introduction to the concept of data warehousing and the distinction between structured and unstructured data. The key focus was on Snowflake, a cloud-based data warehouse management platform capable of handling large-scale data efficiently. Key Highlights: Snowflake Overview: Cloud-based architecture that supports multi-cloud integration. Processes large-scale data with features like scalability, elasticity, and cost efficiency. Snowflake Architecture: Consists of three main components: Cloud Services, Query Processing, and S...

Cloudify Your Thoughts

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The Department of Data Science at Christ University, Pune Lavasa Campus, organized a seminar titled "Cloudify Your Thoughts!" on Friday, January 10, 2025. The event took place from 1:30 PM to 2:20 PM in Room No. 1128, located on the first floor of the Central Block. Designed to provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of cloud computing, the seminar brought together 70 undergraduate students from BSc Data Science, BSc Economics & Analytics, and BCA programs. Dr. R. Arokia Paul Rajan, Associate Professor in the Department of Data Science, served as the resource person for the event. With his extensive expertise and engaging teaching style, Dr. Rajan ensured that the session was not only informative but also highly interactive. He skillfully introduced the students to the fundamentals of cloud computing, breaking down complex concepts into manageable ideas and effectively showcasing their practical applications in real-world scenarios. The seminar commenced w...

Founder's Day Celebration

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On the 3rd of January 2025, Christ (Deemed to be University), Pune, Lavasa Campus celebrated Founder's Day with enthusiasm, reverence, and a deep sense of gratitude towards the legacy of St. Kuriakose Elias Chavara, the founder of the Carmelites of Mary Immaculate (CMI) congregation. The event was a significant occasion for the university community to reflect on its heritage and the ideals that continue to shape its educational mission. The ceremony began with the opening remarks, setting a positive and reflective tone for the day. The speaker welcomed the gathered students, faculty, and distinguished guests while emphasizing the importance of Founder's Day as a moment to honor the visionary leadership of St. Kuriakose Elias Chavara. The opening remarks highlighted the profound impact of CMI on education, social reform, and community development in India, inspiring all present to continue the legacy of excellence and service. The opening session was followed by an insightful an...

Workshop on R Programming for Inferential Statistics

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  The three-day workshop on statistical methods and data analysis using R offered a comprehensive learning experience for participants, equipping them with both theoretical understanding and practical skills. Day 1: Introduction to Statistical Methods and Data Types The first day began with an overview of fundamental statistical concepts and their relevance in analysing data. The workshop introduced the primary scales of measurement: nominal, ordinal, interval, and ratio. Each scale was explained in detail, emphasizing its importance in categorizing and interpreting data. For instance, nominal scales represent categories without any inherent order, while ordinal scales introduce a rank or sequence. Interval scales provide equal intervals between values but lack a true zero point, whereas ratio scales incorporate a meaningful zero, allowing for a full range of mathematical operations. In addition to the scales of measurement, participants learned about various types of data: str...