January - May 2022
Chrizine is an epitome of our passion, An illustration of our inner potentials, A parable of our unbridled passion for excellence, A symbol of our thriving imaginations, A legacy of our unwavering ventures, And above all, Chrizine is candid memories pressed between pages! As you flip through these pages, you are sure to reminisce the firm convictions of every Christite: We are but at our peak in talents and abilities, Lovingly nurtured under the vision of St Kuriakose Elias Chavara, Cared and Fostered by the gifted, talented and qualified faculty. We are a mighty army, aflamed with immense desire to excellence, And our desire for excellence cannot be inundated in the waters of complacency!
INDEX 02 03 Department, Clubs, Theater Associations & Events Productions Page 10 to 40 Page 41 to 47 01 04 Our Cornerstone Photo Gallery Page 1 to 9 Page 48 to 65 05 Batch of 2022 Page 66 to 78
Our Inspiration Jesus Christ The master teacher who taught the world love, peace, and compassion.
Our Patron Saint Saint Kuriakose Elias Chavara Who firmly believed in empowering all children of God through education
March on Christites, march on Chrizine | Issue 2 with heads held high, and hearts so strong March on Christites, march on With a steady tread and a cheerful song March on Christites, march on UNIVERSITY With excellence our goal ANTHEM We walk the wheel of time Striving for the greatest In body heart and mind The flame we hold aloft A beacon shining bright Leading by example Where darkness we bring light March on Christites, march on With heads held high, and hearts so strong March on Christites, march on With a steady tread and a cheerful song March on Christites, march on Service is our moto As we strive to change the world We seek the book of knowledge As life begins to unfurl As we go through life The star of heaven our guide And though we change with time The Christite spirit survives March on Christites, march on with heads held high, and hearts so strong March on Christites, march on With a steady tread and a cheerful song March on Christites, march on Chrizine | January - May 2022
Chrizine | Issue 2 VISION CORE VALUES Excellence and Service Faith in God Moral Uprightness MISSION Love of Fellow Beings Social Responsibility CHRIST is a nurturing Pursuit of Excellence ground for an individual’s holistic development to make effective contribution to the society in a dynamic environment. Chrizine | January - May 2022
TEAM 2022 Dr. Ajay Kumar Dr. Deepak B J Dr. Indumathi S Faculty Co-ordinator Faculty Co-ordinator Faculty Co-ordinator Agni Tejas Varnikha Shekar Nidhi Premkumar Chandrika Amarnath Student Co-ordinator Student Co-ordinator Editorial Head Documentation Head Design Head Cassandra C Adithi S Neha Thomas Riya Jimmy Amala George Surabhi S Editor Editor Editor Editor Editor Designer Mishika P Riddhi Chhabra Dipankar Ray Arpita Pal Sharanya B Designer Designer Documentarian Documentarian Documentarian
EDITORIAL NOTE “If you can’t fly, then run. If you can’t run, then walk. If you can’t walk, then crawl, but whatever you do, you have to keep moving.” Martin Luther King Jr Working hard to achieve and honour that we present to support and effort from all quarters success has always been the codex you now, the second edition of has not been in vain. for Christites. And Chrizine is no Chrizine, the bi-annual magazine of different. From bringing forth the CHRIST (Deemed to be University), This edition we have taken unique idea of a campus magazine Bannerghatta Road Campus. what we have learnt from last to fighting tooth and nail to ensure time and incorporated all of the that every detail is exactly as The journey here has not best into one single book. With envisioned, the team at Chrizine been easy. Every member of Team concise Department reports, event has spared no cost to guarantee the Chrizine has worked tirelessly, synopses, student contributions and triumph of this endeavour. day and night, even through the even a photo gallery, this edition of holidays, to create this edition Chrizine truly has it all. After 3 editions of this you see before you today. Every magazine published now, it seems individual who has worked to So go right ahead, scroll inconceivable that just a year ensure the success of this magazine through the annals of this back, Chrizine was not even in its deserves acknowledgement. From multimedia anthology and discover nascent stages yet. Starting online the student coordinators, Agni and new ideas to wonder at in every with a team of hardly 10 members, Varnikha; and the volunteers of the page. Chrizine has flourished into what it editorial, design and documentation is today - with three teams and over teams; to the faculty mentors; We hope that you all have an 20 volunteers in total. the Director, Dr Fr Biju K C and amazing reading experience and as the Dean, Dr Jyothi Kumar - the always, keep your heads held high, And so it is with great pride Christites.
Chrizine | Issue 2 2022EVEN SEMESTER The second semester of the academ- The Department of Business Studies ic year 2021-22 at CHRIST (Deemed organised career counselling ses- to be University), Bannerghatta Road sions, guest lectures, and a reorien- Campus, began on a high note. tation programme for its students. A webinar on Forgiveness was held by The month of January started off the Department of Psychology on 25 with the celebration of Founder’s Day January. on January 3, 2022 to commemo- rate St Kuriakose Elias Chavara. The The Centre for Social Action’s Media Studies Department and the (CSA) event “Yours Truly” was an Department of English and Cultural event showcasing expression of one’s Studies also conducted alumni meets thoughts about a social issue that they during this month. On January 24 and personally connect with. As a contin- 25, the Department of Political Sci- uation of this, on January 16, Sunday ence and History conducted Republic Fun session (an icebreaker session) Day celebrations - which included a was conducted for the children of Ti- treasure hunt, a quiz competition as lak Nagar in collaboration between well as a guest lecture. CSA and eVidyaloka. It was an online session that consisted of a few fun The Toastmasters club organised activities planned for the children so regular weekly meetings throughout that they could relax in a break from the month and encouraged partici- their tiring online classes. pants in boosting their confidence. Chrizine | January - May 2022
Chrizine | Issue 2 February began with the inaugura- BGR campus on February 21, follow- tion of the Department of English and ing which the Department of Busi- Cultural Studies’ Fest Carnivalesque ness Department conducted Find- on February 1, with the department ing Funding, a Shark Tank-inspired also conducting Vachana, a National event on 21 February. CSA also held Research Conference on the theme two events for the month - Aasare, a “Theory and Activism: Can the Twain ration distribution drive, on Febru- Meet?” A webinar on the topic ‘Are ary 27 and a Pulse Polio Programme, We Listening Enough’ was conducted from February 27 to March. by the Department of Psychology on February 1. Econtago, the Economics In March, the School of Business Association, held a series of guest lec- and Management conducted their an- tures with multiple guest speakers ti- nual National Level Inter-Collegiate tled Decoding the Union Budget from Fest from March 2 to March 4. A guest February 7, 2022 onwards following lecture on “Understanding Emotional the release of the Union Budget. and Mental Health Through Art” was conducted by the Department of En- NICHE Marketing Club conduct- glish and Cultural Studies on March ed a webinar on the topic ‘Analysing 3rd, 2022. Sales Stores’ on the 8th of February, followed by the Department of Media The Department of Political Sci- Studies’ annual Stuart Hall Memori- ence and History, in collaboration al Lecture on Cultural Jingoism and with the Japanese Consulate in Ban- Populism on February 10. galore, held an anime cosplay com- petition on March 5. The Department PATA India’s Christ University also organised a guest lecture by Dr. Student Chapter conducted a debate George Soroka on the Ukraine Russia on the Rebutting Linguists debate conflict on the 8 of March. open to teams from all courses of Chrizine | January - May 2022
Chrizine | Issue 2 The students of BA Liberal Arts Neutrality and Sensitivity. The De- held their fests Quadrivium and partment of Psychology organised ECHO from the 9th to the 11th of Agaahi - an awareness week regarding March. The Student Welfare Office the harmfulness of substance use on (SWO) conducted Blossoms, an In- 28th and 29th of March. tra deanery event organised by the University with a total of 9 deaneries The month of April began with formed across the 3 campuses, giving the Bhasha Utsav or ethnic day cele- students the opportunity to showcase brations conducted by SWO on April their talents and prove their fortitude 1, celebrating the vast and diverse against a large number of talented cultures and traditions across India individuals. In BGR Campus, the pre- and beyond. Econtago, the Econom- liminary events were held in the sec- ics Association, conducted its cultural ond week of March. fest Vritee on April 7, with a fusion of music, theatre and dance. On 5 and 6 The first year students of BA Liber- April, the department of English and al Arts had the opportunity to go on a Cultural Studies organised Bibliosi- horticultural visit to the University of ma, the literary week celebrations. Agricultural Sciences, Bangalore for a Yirah’22, the Annual Gospel Fest, was Skill Development workshop on the also conducted by the Association Of 7 of March. The Centre for Academ- Christian Christites on April 11. ic and Professional Support (CAPS) in BGR campus also organised a we- The Department of Psychology binar on Human Resource Manage- also conducted Aroha, the depart- ment on 8 March 2022. ment fest, during the first two weeks of April, which included Navarasa, a On the occasion of International culmination of dance, theatre and live Women’s Day on March 8, the De- music. SWO also conducted Nritta, partment of Economics organised a the inter-campus dance extravaganza guest speaker to talk about Gender of the University on 21 April. Chrizine | January - May 2022
Chrizine | Issue 2 An industry interaction was or- ics Association also conducted one of ganised by the Department of Tour- its flagship events, 1776 Syndrome, ism Management on 25 April, where aimed to assist students in enhancing experienced speakers in the travel their knowledge of economics. and tourism sector spoke to the stu- dents. The Department of Media The University had a productive Studies also conducted its biannual semester, leaving the students filled flagship event, Raabta, on the theme with knowledge, value added skills of Pop Culture, which consisted of a and infused within them a sense of series of workshops between 22 and excitment for the upcoming semester. 23 April. ECONTAGO - The Econom- With the Christite sprit being vibrant, this academic session was filled with successful endeavours and fruitful learning for all Chrizine | January - May 2022
14 | Departments and Clubs Chrizine | Issue 2 DEPARTMENT OF ENGLISH AND Scan here to know more CULTURAL STUDIES Ellipsis is an association un- riences and learnings. Cultural Studies, BGR organized der the Department of English The students organized the Vachana, an annual national re- and Cultural Studies at CHRIST inaugural ceremony of Carniva- search conference. Vachana 2022 (Deemed to be University), Ban- lesque fest, the department fest, on centred around the theme ‘The- tnhEeerlgleihpvaestntiassRheomaadedsatCeaprmrwopiudthsu. ctIhtteisvta2er0ts2eed2meFtsheteberrfuetsahtryawt1aswviHartsiuraafilellytlhe. .dTThwheeitthshepmebalekoeoorfd, ory and Activism: Can the Twain Msweeeta?’t.,Ttheeacrosnafenrednlcaeuwgahs theerld! on alumni meet which was conducted of the function, Dr Bidyut Bhushan February 2 and 3 virtually. It had on 25 January virtually. Dr Fr Biju Jena, talked about philosophy and initiated conversations on inter- K C kickstarted the meeting with literature which was followed by sections between academic spaces encouraging words. Alumni from a question-and-answer session. A and activism through talks from ENGH, EPH and MA ECS class- quick summary of the events of the the keynote speaker Prof G N Devy es of 2018, 2019, 2020 and 2021 fest was also given. and plenary speakers Prof Ashwani were present. After a few address Kumar and Mr Rahul Sonpimple. speeches, the alumni speakers The postgraduate students of Various stimulating papers were shared their thoughts, views, expe- the Department of English and also presented. Chrizine | January - May 2022
Ellipsis core organized the ‘Toi’ 5 and 6 from 12:30pm to 2:00pm recommendations through email stall for ‘Bibliosmia: The Liter- in the Auditorium Block. The stall based on their answers. The event ary Week’ catering to the theme displayed a QR code which con- aimed to help participants discover ‘Folklore: Tales and Traditions tained a questionnaire. Students themselves through self-reflective from Across the World’ on April were sent personalised letters and questionnaires.
16 | Departments and Clubs Chrizine | Issue 2 DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMICS The Department of Economics 1776 Syndrome remained its most Scan here to know more at CHRIST (Deemed to be Univer- notable. The intra-collegiate fest, sity), Bannerghatta Road Campus open to all disciplines, aimed to the university which aims to bring accomplished numerous achieve- assist students in enhancing their together individuals with similar ments over the course of the past knowledge of economics. The de- interests in markets and invest- semester, striving to excel in every partment also organised several ments. It organised Bullzai’22 , a step taken. other events, including workshops three-day offline event that focused and seminars that sought to edu- on aspects of trading, negotiation ECONTAGO cate and enlighten its students, as and financial skill. The club in col- well as VRITEE 2022, a cultural laboration with the Centre for Ac- The Economics Association is fest that aimed to help participants ademic and Professional Support a drive by the Department of Eco- showcase their various talents. (CAPS) also held yearly workshop nomics of the University, seeking to series covering subjects such as provide a platform for its students BULLS & BEARS quantitative investments and fun- to conduct various programmes. damental and technical analysis. Amongst the initiatives taken by It is a club for students inter- the department, its flagship event ested in economics and finance at CChhrriizziinnee || JJaannuuaarryy--MMaayy22002222
GAEE five campuses of CHRIST (Deemed of four worlds among Suits, The to be University), was a game of Vampire Diaries, FRIENDS and The Global Association of Eco- mastering paths and completing Harry Potter, amalgamating them nomic Education (GAEE) is a stu- them within a limited time frame. with finance, economics and en- dent-led international NGO root- The association’s offline event, The trepreneurship. In March, it also ed in subjects such as economics, Pandora’s Box, conducted in Feb- organised a treasure hunt for its entrepreneurship and finance. Its ruary, was open to all departments members. first event Labyrinth, held virtual- of the BGR campus and used one ly in January 2022 and open to all The Department of Economics strived to make a huge difference in the past semester and accomplished all its goals with gusto.
18 | Departments and Clubs Chrizine | Issue 2 DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS AND Scan here to know more MANAGEMENT The Department of Business and CUSBMA also conducted, TELESTO – The Management at CHRIST (Deemed Eleventh Hour, an intra-collegiate to be University), Bannerghatta The CHRIST University School fest with the same set of events as Road Campus strived for excel- of Business and Management As- TELESTO 2022. It has also sent lence and excitement in the even sociation (CUSBMA) is an associ- various members to participate semester. The versatile depart- ation formed by students pursuing in many external fests under the ment always seeks for new ways business and management courses guidance of faculty coordinators to enlighten the students to dif- in the University. This semester and student representatives. ferent business strategies. Various they conducted, TELESTO 2022, clubs under the department such the association’s national level in- FIB Connect as CUSBMA, FIB Connect and ter-collegiate fest with the theme of PATA conducted numerous engag- business stimulation which enables FIB Connect is a club estab- ing events. Enthusiastic students individuals to experience the real lished exclusively for the Finance along with the energetic faculty corporate environment through an and International Business stu- worked hard to make these events intricate, interactive, and accurate dents with the goal to create a men- memorable and illuminating. set of simulations. The association tor-mentee relationship among students from different semesters. Chrizine | January - May 2022
Chrizine | Issue 2 It conducted an event this se- PATA Lokesh Matta as the guest speak- mester, Finding Funding – Shark er. Their last event for the semes- Tank Stimulation, where students The Pacific Asia Travel Associa- ter was a webinar on International pitched their ideas to judges and tion (PATA) is a student-led associ- Women’s Day on the theme ‘Break sought the highest number of in- ation spanning undergraduate and the Bias’ with Ms. Hema Srinivas vestments for their company to postgraduate tourism programs as the guest speaker. win the title of ‘best pitch’ and priz- in the University. It held its first es worth INR 6000. The club also offline event of the semester ‘Re- The association received the conducted an orientation session butting Linguists’ , a debate com- Award of Excellence for the year where the second years guided the petition. Following this, they con- 2021 for their contribution in up- first years on how to choose their ducted a webinar on the occasion lifting the travel and tourism in- specialisations. of National Tourism Day with Mr. dustry. Chrizine | January - May 2022
20 | Departments and Clubs Chrizine | Issue 2 Finance Club are updated regularly, amassing a stall, presenting students with in- large audience in this manner. It formation they would require in The Finance Club of CHRIST has conducted numerous webinars order to help them choose their (Deemed to be University), Ban- and expert panel sessions on a reg- specialisation in their final years nerghatta Road Campus, is a spe- ular basis, with a keen emphasis in the university. The stall, which cialisation club that emphasises on on upskilling its members through attracted more than 200 visitors, instilling financial knowledge and these approaches. The outreach of also assisted in listing out the op- acumen amongst students. Over the club has been massive, helping portunities and placements stu- the course of the past semester, it acquire an audience beyond the dents would find available for the whilst routinely reaching its tar- walls of the university. Finance specialisation programme. gets, the club added more notewor- thy achievements to its name. On April 19th, 2022, the club The Finance club aspires to organised a stall for the Finance widen its horizons in the upcoming Through its website, maga- specialisation department, which years. Among its many aims for the zine and social media handles, the aimed to spread awareness about future, the club hopes to bring back club has been working on a regular the Finance specialisation pro- Arthsamrajya, its flagship finance basis to spread financial acumen gramme in the university. Mem- event, in the next academic year. and knowledge using its artfully bers of the club represented the created reports and blogs, which Chrizine | January - May 2022
On April 19th, 2022, the club or- formation they would require in Finance specialisation programme. ganised a stall for the Finance order to help them choose their The Finance club aspires to widen specialisation department, which specialisation in their final years its horizons in the upcoming years. aimed to spread awareness about in the university. The stall, which Among its many aims for the fu- the Finance specialisation pro- attracted more than 200 visitors, ture, the club hopes to bring back gramme in the university. Mem- also assisted in listing out the op- Arthsamrajya, its flagship finance bers of the club represented the portunities and placements stu- event, in the next academic year. stall, presenting students with in- dents would find available for the An investment in knowledge pays the best interest ! -Benjamin Franklin The Department of Business and Management thus had an overall enjoyable and productive semester.
22 | Departments and Clubs Chrizine | Issue 2 DEPARTMENT OF INTERNATIONAL STUDIES, POLITICAL SCIENCE AND HISTORY Scan here to know more Agora, the student-led association alism.” The lecture started with further into the conflict and learn under the Department of Political ideas about using music to build about the issue’s nuances from an Science and History at CHRIST nationalistic fervour. Dr Ruchika international conflict specialist. (Deemed to be University), Ban- Sharma of the University of Del- Each session was followed by a nerghatta Road Campus, began hi’s Department of History was the dynamic and insightful discourse the even semester with a one-of-a- guest lecturer on March 7 to hon- with the students. kind Treasure Hunt event, “Khoj”, our International Women’s Day. on January 24, 2022, in honour of The focus was “Performing Sri- The department also held a Republic Day. The event took place ngara Evoking Love: Ganika and book launch of the book “The exclusively online. Tawaif.” The historical influence Comrades and the Mullahs” by Dr of patriarchal power structures on Stanly Johny, an international af- This semester, the association women’s roles and positions was fairs editor at The Hindu. Dr Johny hosted several prominent speakers, explored. On March 8, Dr George himself was present at the event beginning with a session on Janu- Soroka of Harvard University dis- and spoke of his book, as well as its ary 25 by Dr Lakshmi Subramani- cussed “The Ukraine-Russia Con- relevance in the contemporary po- am on the subject of “Performing flict.” It was an opportunity to go litical atmosphere. Identities: A Case of Sonic Nation- We cannot ignore the judiciary in a civilized world. Therefore, for the interest of all, the judiciary will have to be “We cannotstigreJnnuogstrtiheceetnhKeedCj.uhdanicdiraury in a civilized world. Therefore, for the interest of all, the judiciary will have to be strengthened.” by Justice K Chandru Chrizine | January - May 2022
From March 24 to March 26, take the conversation about gen- in India. Honourable Justice Mr K. the Agora team, in collaboration der issues outside of the classroom Chandru of the Madras High Court with History faculty members, and to engage faculty and students graced us with his presence for the hosted a three-day “Workshop on in critical deliberations on various valedictory ceremony. On April 25, Gender Studies” at the BGR Cam- gender-related topics. Agora’s flag- Agora had a film screening of Jai pus. On the respective days, Ad- ship event titled the “Mock Parlia- Bhim, followed by an interactive vocate Nancy Shetty, Mr Ankush mentary Election- 2022” was held session with Justice Chandru, who Gupta, and Ms Radhika Ganesh from April 18 to 26. This momen- concluded the event by formally covered various gender-related is- tous event exposed the students to unveiling Agora’s constitution. sues. The workshop’s goal was to real-world parliamentary elections The Department of International Studies, Political Science and History set a benchmark to cherish forever! Chrizine | January - May 2022
24 | Departments and Clubs Chrizine | Issue 2 DEPARTMENT OF PSYCHOLOGY Scan here to know more The Department of Psychology at a student body which facilitates ents of students. Various events of CHRIST (Deemed to be Univer- the creative and innovative ideas the fest like Dr Psygnosis, Navra- sity), Bannerghatta Road Cam- of the Department of Psychology. sa, Champions Lore and League of pus aimed to reach academic and It conducted a variety of webinars Maestro were conducted on April co-curricular heights by rising throughout the semester. The in- 13 and 14. The fest ended with a from the ashes of the pandemic. tercollegiate psychology fest, ARO- ceremony where a specially curat- The multifaceted department con- HA, was conducted this semester ed after-movie was played. ducted dynamic events that helped with the theme, Anastasi, which raise awareness on mental well-be- means resurrection; to symbolize The Mentoring and Counseling ing through clubs and associations. being revived from the ashes like Services (MACS) is a club which Passionate students along with the a phoenix after the pandemic. The aims to spread awareness about motivating faculty of the depart- promotions for the fest were held mental health, reduce stigma and ment succeeded in creating a fruit- in different campuses by dancing, provide a safe space for everyone in ful semester filled with hard work singing and reciting on-the-spot the campus. It has five wings. The and enjoyment. poems. A ‘Carnival’ was held in the listening circles wing conducted BGR Campus to showcase the tal- sessions every Friday. The Psychology Association is Chrizine | January - May 2022
The group discussion wing held launched their new logo and intro- responsible for sending question- two sessions this semester to voice duced new members. Finally, the naires to various participants to as- their opinion on different topics class session wing conducted four sess their mental health concerns which included ‘Desire for Com- sessions in the campus to destig- during and after the pandemic. panionship’ and ‘PERMA Model matize certain mental health con- of Authentic Happiness’.The peer cerns by developing class modules They received 117 responses counselling wing also conducted on ‘Coping Mechanism’ and ‘Toxic with 83 respondents agreeing to one-on-one sessions as request- Positivity’. The Service-Learning give interviews. The project will ed by several students. The social Club (SLC) worked on a project continue in the coming semester. media wing created awareness, this semester. Project Nudges was The Department of Psychology thus had an overall successful semester with a lot of valuable learning experiences and great memories.
26 | Departments and Clubs Chrizine | Issue 2 DEPARTMENT OF MEDIA STUDIES Scan here to know more The Department of Media Studies and the Designer’s Lab - to train lation by Varnikha Shekar. at CHRIST (Deemed to be Univer- students in these different media The Writer’s Lab also con- sity), Bannerghatta Road Campus styles. began the academic year 2021-22 ducted an event on Sports Journal- with a week-long orientation of the The Design Lab conducted ism, facilitated by Tonoy Sengupta, fresher students of EMP and JOUH three separate workshops in the a student of 6JOUH with extensive on the online platform. even semester which included a ses- experience in the field. sion on Introduction to Adobe In- MESTA, the Media Studies Design by Muskan Jain of 6JOUH This semester was indeed Association, also opened its ranks and faculty Dr Deepak B J, a session graced by two of MESTA’s flagship to the new students in the existing on Typography by Patrick and a events, the Stuart Hall Memori- committees while also setting up workshop on Introduction to Maga- al Lecture Series and Raabta. This two new clubs - the Writer’s Lab zine Layouting and Image Manipu- year’s Stuart Hall Memorial Lecture was based on the theme of Cultural Chrizine | January - May 2022
Jingoism: Trolling, Hate Speech by experts in these fields. and volunteer work through the and the Rise of Populism followed The Department of Media university’s collaboration with sev- by a panel discussion by eminent eral NGOs. These included a Park panelists such as Soumya Muker- Studies also launched the ground- Cleanup Drive at Laxmidevi Park, ji, Akash Bannerjee and Dr. Saroj breaking new initiative of Chrizine, Koramangala and the W ish Bone Giri. The biennial department fest, the first ever bi-annual multimedia Day Programme. Raabta, was also conducted, with magazine of CHRIST (Deemed to be the likes of Sahil Shah and Arko University), BGR Campus. Chrizine The Department of Media Pravee Mukerjee gracing the event. now aims to be a campus-wide Studies ended the academic year initiative with contributions from with the valedictory ceremony and With Pop Culture as the all students and showcasing the farewell for the outgoing students theme of the year, workshops on achievements of every department, of JOUH and EMP, celebrating the Video Game Designing, Cover Art, club and association. successes and achievements of the K-Pop Dance, Comic Book Making students over the past year. and Fusion Music were conducted The students of the depart- ment also engaged in CSR activities The Department of Media Studies thus had a fruitful academic year, cultivating the talents of all its students and giving them more opportunities to grow. Chrizine | January - May 2022
28 | Association Chrizine | Issue 2 SWO Student Welfare Office The Student Welfare Office of Christ three categories; Art, Literary and and dances to the beats of chenda; a (Deemed to be) University, Banner- stage events. Out of these the 1st malayali folk dhol. The participants ghatta Road Campus organised nu- and 2nd place winners advanced to included our beacon of enthusiasm, merous events in the even semester. the Blossoms Finale. our director Dr. Father Biju K.C, With a total of 9 deaneries formed our beloved dean Dr. Jyothi Kumar, across the 3 campuses, Blossoms, On 1st of April, the most followed by the first year students the annual intra- and inter-dean- awaited event of the year, Bhasha and representatives of different cen- ery event, provides a platform for Utsav took place. The procession ters and associations of the campus. these deaneries to compete and be saw a wide range of cultures depict- The Chief Guest for the event was crowned the best of the university. ed from the vestry of the students This year in Christ BGR, 20 events were conducted across the CChhrriizziinnee || JJaannuuaarryy -- MMaayy 22002222
Chrizine | Issue 2 Ms. Lakshmi Gopalaswamy. After tival kicked off with a performance fusion and contemporary dances, the energizing performances by dif- by Shivin Suri singing “Bulleya”. Garba, Bhangra, Lavani, Ghondhal, ferent dance groups in the auditori- The event then proceeded to a wel- Koli, classical performances de- um, a DJ was set up at the entrance come address by Krithika ma’am picting Nritya, Nritta and Naatya. of the audi block, where at the end who quoted the Natyashastra and A male team from Central Campus of the event everyone came together appreciated the effort put in by the depicted feminine energy in an ef- to dance. Even the faculty and the dance teams. The event included en- fort to break stereotypes. The vote annas from Indian Coffee House thralling performances from Chris- of thanks was given, post which the joined the party. tites across all the campuses, which after movie was played. included black and white costumes, Nritta, the annual dance fes- Chrizine | January - May 2022
30 | Association Chrizine | Issue 2 CENTER FOR SOCIAL ACTION CChhrriizziinnee || JJaannuuaarryy -- MMaayy 22002222
Chrizine | Issue 2 Association | 31 The Centre for Social Action (CSA) During the time they spent at the campuses. The event revolved around of CHRIST (Deemed to be Univer- camp, the volunteers helped clear the Sustainable Development Goals. sity), Bannerghatta Road Campus a land of waste, which is now being Various events in different campuses began the semester with Yours Tru- used by villagers for ceremonial pur- were conducted under Re!magine. ly, which was an event of expression poses. Drishti also had a play on sub- One of them was a workshop for the of one’s thoughts about a social issue stance abuse on the 26th during the project area children who were also that they personally connect with. To camp. acclimatised on the topic of consent create a comfortable environment for and types of touches. The month end- the children of Tilak Nagar, an online April was an eventful month ed with the first Clean-Up Drive held icebreaker session, or the Sunday Fun for CSA. It began with organising in two spots near the BGR Campus. Session was also conducted. ‘Ground to Glory’, a fund-raising It focused on one’s thoughts on the football tournament for the Child future generations’ well being as well. A ration distribution drive was Sponsorship Programme, wherein The volunteers actively participated also hosted by Prayatna, in February contributions were received from 32 throughout the drive and were edu- and March. The goal of the drive was teams. The matches were held at De- cated about waste management and to reduce hunger and food shortages cathlon, which was also one of the segregation. by distributing ration to the under- event sponsors. Re!magine was an in- privileged. March started off with a ter-campus event held over a period Rural Exposure Camp in Hoskote. of 3 days in April across all Bangalore Chrizine | January - May 2022
32 | Association Chrizine | Issue 2 Association hosted more than three hundred of Christian Christites competitors from eight colleges all across Bangalore who participated The Association of Christian The theme for the semester in 10 events that encompassed the Christites (ACC), the founding was the Bible verse “For I know performing arts along with other ground for the holistic develop- the plans I have for you; declares competitions that catered to var- ment of the Christian community the Lord, ;plans to prosper you ious interests and showcased di- at CHRIST (Deemed to be Univer- and not to harm you, plans to give verse talents. sity), Bannerghatta Road Campus, you a hope and a future.” — Jere- began the even semester on a high miah 29:11. This theme was then The Overall Champions Tro- note. inculcated in their flagship event phy for YIRAH’22 was awarded YIRAH- the Association of Chris- to Kristu Jayanti College and the ACC won laurels in the first tian Christites’ first ever intercol- runner up trophy was presented to post-pandemic gospel fest hosted legiate Gospel fest. St. Joseph’s College of Commerce. by St. Joseph’s College of Com- The prize winners were given cer- merce, and the participants were Presided over by Dr Jyo- tificates and gold and silver med- given their prizes in the inaugural thi Kumar,the dean of CHRIST als were distributed to the first and mass for the semester held by Dr (Deemed to be University), BGR second positions respectively. Fr Biju K.C. Campus, YIRAH was inaugurated by Fr Jomon Kollencherey CMI, The end of the year was marked by an End of Year Mass at Santh- the Chancellor of ome Church, Hulimavu along with Mandya diocese. a thanksgiving ceremony, and a Promoted using farewell by the members for the departing seniors of ACC in recog- innovative nition of their effort along with a means such felicitation for their contribution as flashmobs, to the growth of the association. the event Chrizine | January - May 2022
Chrizine | Issue 2 Association | 33 THE NATIONAL CADET CORPS Service Before Self The National Cadet Corps, a wing was awarded the honorary rank Cadets worked hard on setting that brings pride to our Univer- of Colonel. This was followed by up the stall, and creating charts sity as well as nation, conducted the prestigious award ceremony, and models explaining the NCC numerous informative and awe where respected ANO’s of Christ Model to the guests and further inspiring events throughout the NCC 2/9 Coy, Capt Sajina Be- interacted with them as the two semester. It featured an overall gum & Lt. Dinesh Kumar received day-long event progressed. holistic outlook and fulfilled sig- commendation cards by DDG nificant agendas to be covered. NCC, BS Kanwar in the presence On May 14, 2022, the wing of other officers. celebrated its farewell for the aca- The DDG Felicitation, a re- demic year for the outgoing batch markable event was conducted at In March 2022, the wing rep- of NCC. Conducted in the pres- the Central Campus of CHRIST resented its unit at Daksh 2022, ence of the Chief Guest, Hon. Col. (Deemed to be University) on the career and education fair of Fr Abraham, the event also had March 13, 2022. The event in- the University under the guidance cultural performances including cluded a ceremony honouring the of Dr Fr Biju KC, the Director of a dance and a traditional mu- Vice Chancellor of the University, the Bannerghatta Road Campus, sic evening, followed by a heart Father Abraham V M, where he and Captain Sajina Begum. warming poetry session. Chrizine | January - May 2022
34 | Association Chrizine | Issue 2 THE CHRIST UNIVERSITY CHOIR BGR CAMPUS The Choir of CHRIST (Deemed to play and the choir’s accompaniment choices. be University), Bannerghatta Road of dancers and actors through their The Choir also performed on Campus is a group of 60 energetic music put on a beautiful theatrical young singers and instrumentalists display for the audience. various occasions such as the in- who created a unique bond over their auguration ceremony of the launch enjoyment of music with immense On March 26, the choir partic- of Chrizine, the BGR Campus mag- passion. The Choir takes great plea- ipated in the annual musical show- azine, that took place on April 5, sure in offering a venue for students case, Sound Curry, alongside the var- 2022, and Aroha, the Psychology to demonstrate their musical abili- ious choirs spread across CHRIST’s Department’s intercampus psychol- ties, and students routinely perform Bangalore campuses and its musi- ogy fest’s inauguration on April 12, in all campuses across Bengaluru for cal departments. Pieces spanning 2022. The BGR Choir opened both various activities and events. across the musical spectrum, from events with dazzling performances Indian Classical Music to Western in order to invoke blessings upon The Choir began the semester’s Classical to 2000’s Pop, including the event. festivities on January 3 with Found- intriguing Choral Arrangements er’s Day, commemorating the death and beautiful Wind Orchestras were The Choir concluded the even anniversary of St. Kuriakose Elias performed by the various choirs. semester with the recognition and Chavara, a missionary and social The BGR choir put forth a unique felicitation of the various heads and reformer whose educational vision performance, with a mixture of pop the team for the year 2021-2022, led to the establishment of CHRIST songs and even Bollywood, gaining whose perseverance and enthusiasm (Deemed to be University). Based appreciation from the audience for took the choir to new heights. on St.Chavara’s life, the thoughtful their talent, coordination and song Chrizine | January - May 2022
Chrizine | Issue 2 Association | 35 “Music is the universal language of mankind.” Henry Wadsworth Longfellow CChhrriizziinnee || JJaannuuaarryy -- MMaayy 22002222
36 | Association Chrizine | Issue 2 The Debating Society at Christ corruption in Latin America on building in its participants (Deemed to be) University, and financial gaps in achiev- the ability to think on their Bannerghatta Road Campus ing Sustainable Development feet and always turn the tables saw a flurry of events through- Goals to Extra Judicial Execu- in their favour. The event saw out the academic year. tions and the hot topic of Sedi- about 40 teams flexing their tion. The conference gave stu- verbal might while also engag- Their first event, the core dents the ability to understand ing in an intense debate on the pillar of their activities was how their words and actions metaverse, the criminal justice CUBSMUN 2021. The intercol- can drive genuine change. system and Information Tech- legiate event saw 150 partici- nology. pants from 15 different insti- Their most nuanced and in- tutions discussing geopolitical tellectually engaging event of issues ranging from tackling the year, ICDT 2021, focused Chrizine | January - May 2022
Chrizine | Issue 2 Tell me and I forget. Teach me and I remember, Involve me and I learn! By Benjamin Franklin Their final event, Aeons 2022 of the events and provided a wing with remarkable achieve- has always been a hoot and a safe space to learn for all first ments in hand. The Christ half which saw an overall par- timers through the means of MUN Delegation also bagged ticipation of 30 teams. It was a regular workshops and in- the Best Delegation award in one of a kind endeavor which tra-competitions to help give one of the most prestigious consisted of 7 unique pop cul- them a hands-on experience of conferences of the year, name- ture themed events that saw the competitive environment ly PES MUN. multitudes of fun after a diffi- out there. cult pandemic-laden two years. Overall, The Debating Soci- The CHRIST delegation ety has had a productive year The core committee of all has participated in a number giving every member of this three wings made sure that all of external fests as a part of the society an intellectually stimu- members were well acquainted Model United Nations wing lating experience. with the rules and procedures and the Parliamentary Debate CChhrriizziinnee || JJaannuuaarryy -- MMaayy 22002222
38 | Association Chrizine | Issue 2 TOASTMASTERS The Toastmasters Club, a Meetings were held routinely the members of the club, who space for students of CHRIST every Thursday, with aspects were given opportunities to (Deemed to be) University, of formal speeches and im- build their listening, commu- Bannerghatta Road Campus, promptu speaking sessions, nicating and critical thinking to hone their communication followed by evaluations and skills. Sessions were conduct- skills and become confident feedback present in every ses- ed under the presidency of public speakers and leaders, sion. The fun and lively envi- Toastmaster Anetta Williams, maintained the momentum of ronment provided by the club who helped develop the club the first semester throughout aided in making the meetings and its activities immensely. the even semester. dynamic and interesting for The semester was packed with or live to eat?’, all of which club, who stressed on the im- the presence of dynamic speak- proved fruitful in assisting the portance of leadership and ers and leaders, along with holistic growth of participants, teamwork. The new executive unique theme-based meetings and heighten the spirit of the committee who would be tak- such as ‘Choices are the Hinge club as a whole. The semester ing the club to new heights was of Destiny’, ‘Giving Up is an ended with a warm farewell announced in the same event. Option’ and ‘Do you eat to live to the senior members of the CChhrriizziinnee || JJaannuuaarryy--MMaayy22002222
Chrizine | Issue 2 Center | 39 CHRIST CONSULT CHRIST Consulting is a part of terdisciplinary knowledge for jor objectives were to elaborate CHRIST (Deemed to be Uni- advising roles in fundamental on selecting the appropriate versity) and is a results-driven functional areas. During the journals, comprehending the business consultancy center. phases of analysis, interven- languages and writing styles It focuses on creating and de- tion, and execution, they col- utilized in academic publica- livering exceptional solutions laborate with clients to orga- tions, etc. A combination of to meet organizational goals. nize, devise strategies, and set lectures, exercises, and train- They are a team of subject mat- out plans for resolving chal- ing activities was used in the ter experts who pool resources lenges. “Introduction to Animal As- from their respective domains sisted Interventions” training to assist in problem-solving We marked the beginning program, which was delivered and goal achievement. of the even semester by hosting both on- and off-campus at offline meetings and onboard- university campuses. “Mak- We undertake real-world ing workshops for new teams ing the most of your 20s” was projects in a variety of fields on all campuses. A number of undertaken to assist people with the goal of bridging the online workshops were held to develop holistically, better gap between academics and for the organization, beginning comprehend mental health corporations and assembles a with a two-day online session challenges, and begin new re- team of professionals and stu- on “Fundamentals of Academ- lationships. dents who assist the clientele. ic Writing and Sourcing of Chrizine |TJhaenyuasrpyec-iMaliazye 2in02o2ffering in- Journal”. The workshop’s ma-
40 | Center Chrizine | Issue 2 CENTER FOR COUNSELLING & HEALTH SERVICES Center for Counseling provides Apart from their regular should first take care of their emotional & psychological activities, the center extended body & mind so that they can support to students through services to the housekeeping be the pillars of strength for personal counseling, academic staff. The session was conduct- their family. The importance counseling, psycho-education ed on self-care & a positive of a positive work environment sessions, Peer education, re- work environment on 22nd was demonstrated through medial for attendance issues & June 2022. The idea was to role plays & various activities. awareness programmes. make them aware that they Chrizine | January - May 2022
Chrizine | Issue 2 INTERNATIONAL CELL The International Cell of University, BGR campus. food festival for Christites Christ (Deemed to be) Throughout the aca- to experience cultures of University, Bannerghatta the world through the me- Road Campus is a cooper- demic year, 2021-22, The dium of food. It featured ative that aims at integrat- three main events that the the cuisines of numerous ing the international stu- international cell conduct- countries, such as, Korea, dents of Christ University ed or participated in con- Nepal, US, Malaysia, UAE, in a smooth and efficient sisted of the International and France. To name a few manner, giving students a Students Orientation, In- items, the association sold forum to answer doubts, ternational Food Festival, croissants, spring rolls, queries, etc. The Interna- and Ethnic Day. During spicy noodles and momos tional Cell works to con- the International Orien- amongst others. The fest tinuously strengthen the tation, the association went down successful- bonds that Christ Univer- prepared and presented a ly with plenty of positive sity has with its foreign thorough presentation and feedback post the event. partner universities, hold- conducted games with new Lastly, the International ing intercultural and in- International students Cell participated in Ethnic terdisciplinary events that who had come to study Day, dancing and sing- invite foreign students and at Christ University. It is ing, and won the honor- professors to be involved. a yearly interactive event ary prize. Throughout the In a nutshell, the Interna- hosted to indoctrinate and coming years, they con- tional Cell works to bridge instill Christ ideals within tinue to plan and conduct boundaries between all the 1st year students and fulfilling events, crossing cultures, creating a syner- foster bonds with new boundaries. gy, leading to creation of students. Subsequent- a larger scope for Christ ly, the International Cell conducted Bon Appétit, a Chrizine | January - May 2022
42 | Production House Chrizine | Issue 2 THEATRE PRODUCTIONS CChhrriizziinnee || JJaannuuaarryy -- MMaayy 22002222
Chrizine | Issue 2 ORPHEUS Production House | 43 PRODUCTIONS Established in 2016, tively. It repeated the egory at Tamasha Fest, ‘Orpheus Productions’ is Mime event triumphs of Atma Ram Sanatan Dhar- one of the oldest produc- ‘Abba Luvba’ and ‘Ek Taa- ma College, University of tion houses in CHRIST li,’ respectively. Delhi. (Deemed to be Universi- ty), Bannerghatta Road Parindey, Orpheus’ Aroha, a festival held Campus. It is divided into Indian music rock band, by the Psychology Asso- three wings: theatre, mu- took second place in ciation of Christ Univer- sic (Parindey & Brakefast), the Indian Music event. sity, BGR Campus, and dance (Insolito). Brakefast also won second featured the place in the Western Elec- event Navrasa The production house tric event, as well as Best in which Or- received numerous acco- Lead Guitarist, Best Bass- pheus came lades in 2022, including ist, and Best Keyboardist. in second bagging second place in place with Mood Indigo with their The short film ‘The Ab- its mime mime ‘Shringaar.’ sent Passenger’ (Darpan ‘Abba Lu- 2022 winner) finished in vba.’ They earned first and the top ten at Cinetopia second place in the Pro- (Short Film), Unmaad scenium event at Blossoms Fest, IIM Bangalore. It for ‘Hangwoman’ and ‘Har also won first place in the Yug Mahabharat,’ respec- Afsana (Short Film) cat- CChhrrizizininee || JJaannuuaarryy--MMaayy22002222
44 | Production House ZARIYA Chrizine | Issue 2 PRODUCTIONS Zariya Productions start- Office. The creative theme production house re- ed the semester with a and stellar music effects leased its short film Mol- bang, continuing the mo- of the mime, made it an ly on its official YouTube mentum that has helped audience favorite. The and Instagram page, gar- propel it over the years team also came up with a nering numerous views to become one of the col- play of comical suspense and widespread appreci- lege’s most celebrated for the event of Prosceni- ation. production houses. um, which garnered it a memorable standing ova- With a farewell to its Zariya Productions tion from the audience. outgoing members and participated in both Pan- commitment to scout new tomime and Proscenium Zariya Productions talent for the upcoming in the annual intra-college also participated in mul- semesters, Zariya Produc- fest Blossoms, organized tiple short film festivals tions ended the academic by the Student Welfare over the semester. The year on a high note. CChhrriizziinnee || JJaannuuaarryy -- MMaayy 22002222
Chrizine | Issue 2 Production House | 45 LIVE Live Illusion Produc- forms Western and In- organized was the fare- tions (LIP) started the dian Music. We also well for the graduating ILLUSION semester by perform- presented a mime based members. LIP formally PRODUCTIONS ing for Blossoms 2022- on the Jallianwala Bagh ended with the Valedic- the inter-deanery fest Massacre, in a fest con- tory Ceremony wherein conducted by CHRIST ducted by St. Joseph’s the former heads, Rish- (Deemed to be Univer- College of Commerce, ab Prasad and Pritika sity). LIP’s Dance Team Church Street. LIP re- Anand, announced the Laasya secured 3rd po- ceived the opportunity new overall heads, Ri- sition in Blossoms 2022, to showcase their work shi Prabhakar and Neha which took place in the in a fest conducted by S. Nair for the new aca- Central Campus. Live Il- Pratibimb. The movie, demic year. lusion Productions also titled Crossroads, was started a band, Sticks based on the theme and Strings, which per- ‘No’. The final event CChhrriizziinnee || JJaannuuaarryy -- MMaayy 22002222
46 | Production House Chrizine | Issue 2 HRIDAYAM PRODUCTIONS Hridayam Productions Its debut performance Their dance team ‘Aik- is a production house was in Blossoms 2022 yam’ performed Garba at CHRIST (Deemed to Proscenium. Their first and won the first posi- be University), Banner- performance was a con- tion. Hridayam’s band ghatta Road Campus, temporary play titled also participated in the Bangalore. Hridayam ‘Farz’. music competition ‘Bat- Productions was es- tle Of Bands’ organised tablished in February The team then par- by Aroha, the Psycholo- ticipated in the Blos- gy Department. 2022. soms 2022 Street Play performing on the They ended the theme of ‘Social Media’. year with their per- formance at Navrasa, This was followed where they performa by the performance on ‘Pinjara’ based on the theme Veera - Bhayna- Bhasha Utsav. ka (Bravery - Fear). Chrizine | January - May 2022
Chrizine | Issue 2 Production House | 47 SILENT SCREAM Silent Scream strives tural Team of CHRIST Darpan 2021 and Blos- to integrate the mind (Deemed to be Uni- soms 2021. Team Silent and body through flu- versity), Bannerghatta Scream works hard in id dance movements Road Campus. quiet, allowing their as a modern dance performances to speak ensemble. Since their In 2020 and 2021, for themselves. inception, they have they won 11 group titles been a part of the Cul- and 14 other categories, including first place at Chrizine | January - May 2022
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