Co-Curriculum Activities
IT Department Orientation Program for Postgraduate Students – 2026
The Department of Information Technology at Jagan Nath Community College organized a comprehensive orientation program for its newly admitted postgraduate students on 2nd September, 2026. The event commenced with a traditional lamp-lighting ceremony, followed by a floral tribute to Maa Saraswati and a soulful Saraswati Vandana.
Dr. Ruchika Sharma, the anchor, delivered a warm welcome a provided a succinct introduction to the college. Dr. Mohit Mathur, Head of the Department of Information Technology, extended a hearty welcome to the students, assuring them that they have chosen the right course. He motivated them about the vast opportunities in the rapidly evolving IT industry. He highlighted the emerging careers in various fields in IT, including Artificial Intelligence, Cloud Computing, Internet of Things, Blockchain, Data Science, and Quantum Computing.
Dr. Mathur then presented a captivating overview of the IT department's vibrant culture, showcasing various competitions, workshops, seminars, guest lectures, industrial visits, and trips organized over the past few years. A thought-provoking college video was screened, sharing the journey of a student at JCC.
Ms. Trisha Jain, certified Image Consultant, Soft Skills Trainer, and NLP Coach, shared insights on the importance of grooming, communication, and mindset in developing a confident personality. During the interactive session, she engaged with students and shared practical tips to improve their communication skills, personality, and overall professional presence.
The program continued with an inspiring talk by alumnus Mr. Abhay Singh, Director of Compliance at CyberSigma Consulting Services LLP. Sharing his journey from a student to a cybersecurity professional, he highlighted the importance of the knowledge and skills gained during college life. He also shared his professional experience in penetration testing, information security, and vulnerability assessment, guiding and inspiring students to build a successful career. He also highlighted how Agentic AI is getting importance in the industry and motivate students to keep updated with the Dynamic IT Technologies.
The IT faculty members introduced themselves to the new students, fostering a sense of camaraderie and belonging. The college rules and regulations were also communicated to the students to ensure they maintain the decorum and discipline of the institution.
The orientation program continued with an engaging session of team-building activities conducted by Ms. Raman Joshi, encouraging students to connect, collaborate, and develop stronger bonds with one another through fun and interactive activities.
The orientation program concluded with a vote of thanks delivered by Dr. Madhu Chauhan, Associate Professor of IT, expressing gratitude to all the participants, speakers, and organizers.
IT Department Orientation Program for Postgraduate Students
Overview
The Department organized a two-day intensive workshop on AI in Azure and Power BI, aimed at equipping UGIT and PGIT final year students with practical industry-ready skills. Conducted in the college auditorium, the program spanned 16 hours of training and witnessed enthusiastic participation from more than 150 students. With laptops in hand and dedicated charging stations provided, students engaged in hands-on sessions under the guidance of Mr. Neeraj Kumar Singh, supported technically by Mr. Shyam.
Objectives
- To introduce Azure AI – Familiarize students with cloud-based AI services.
- To provide hands-on practice – Engage students in live exercises using laptops.
- To train in Power BI – Build skills in data visualization and dashboards.
- To enhance industry readiness – Prepare students for real-world applications.
Day 1: AI in Azure (18th September)
Day 1: AI in Azure (18th September)
The first day focused on Artificial Intelligence in Microsoft Azure, where students explored cloud-based AI services, machine learning models, and deployment techniques. The trainer emphasized practical demonstrations, encouraging students to experiment with Azure tools on their laptops. Charging stations were provided to ensure uninterrupted participation.
Contents Covered:
- Introduction to AI concepts
- Introduction to Generative AI and Agents
- Introduction to Natural Language Processing Concepts
- Introduction to AI Speech Concepts
- Introduction to Computer Vision Concepts
- Introduction to AI-Powered Information Extraction Concepts
- Get started with AI in Azure
- Get started with Generative AI and Agents in Azure
- Get started with Speech in Azure
- Get started with Computer Vision in Azure
- Get started with AI-Powered Information Extraction in Azure
Day 2: Power BI (19th September)
The second day was dedicated to Power BI, covering data visualization, dashboard creation, and business intelligence reporting. Students learned how to connect datasets, perform transformations, and design interactive dashboards. The hands-on approach allowed participants to build real-time analytics solutions.
Contents Covered:
- Introduction to Power BI
- Data Import and Transformation
- Data Modeling
- DAX Functions
- Visualization Techniques
- Reports and Dashboards
- Filters and Slicers
- Power BI Service
- Integration with Azure
- Export and Sharing
Training Environment
- Conducted in the auditorium with facilities for large-scale participation.
- Students were instructed to bring their laptops for live practice.
- Charging stations were arranged to support continuous engagement.
Certification and Recognition from Mircosoft
At the conclusion of the workshop:
- Students received certificates from Microsoft for completing training in AI on Azure and Power BI.
- They were also awarded digital badges, which can be uploaded to their LinkedIn profiles, enhancing their professional visibility.
Outcomes
- Practical exposure – Students gained hands-on experience with Azure AI and Power BI.
- Skill development – Ability to model data, create dashboards, and deploy AI solutions.
- Professional recognition – Certificates and LinkedIn badges awarded by Microsoft.
- Career readiness – Improved confidence and employability in cloud and BI tools.
IT Department Orientation Program for Postgraduate Students
The Department of Information Technology at Jagan Nath Community College organized a comprehensive orientation program for its newly admitted postgraduate students on 2nd September, 2026. The event commenced with a traditional lamp-lighting ceremony, followed by a floral tribute to Maa Saraswati and a soulful Saraswati Vandana.
Dr. Ruchika Sharma, the anchor, delivered a warm welcome a provided a succinct introduction to the college. Dr. Mohit Mathur, Head of the Department of Information Technology, extended a hearty welcome to the students, assuring them that they have chosen the right course. He motivated them about the vast opportunities in the rapidly evolving IT industry. He highlighted the emerging careers in various fields in IT, including Artificial Intelligence, Cloud Computing, Internet of Things, Blockchain, Data Science, and Quantum Computing.
Dr. Mathur then presented a captivating overview of the IT department's vibrant culture, showcasing various competitions, workshops, seminars, guest lectures, industrial visits, and trips organized over the past few years. A thought-provoking college video was screened, sharing the journey of a student at JCC.
Ms. Trisha Jain, certified Image Consultant, Soft Skills Trainer, and NLP Coach, shared insights on the importance of grooming, communication, and mindset in developing a confident personality. During the interactive session, she engaged with students and shared practical tips to improve their communication skills, personality, and overall professional presence.
The program continued with an inspiring talk by alumnus Mr. Abhay Singh, Director of Compliance at CyberSigma Consulting Services LLP. Sharing his journey from a student to a cybersecurity professional, he highlighted the importance of the knowledge and skills gained during college life. He also shared his professional experience in penetration testing, information security, and vulnerability assessment, guiding and inspiring students to build a successful career. He also highlighted how Agentic AI is getting importance in the industry and motivate students to keep updated with the Dynamic IT Technologies.
80-Hour MERN Stack Industrial Training for Undergraduate Students
The Department of Information Technology successfully completed 80 hrs MERN Stack Industrial Training for Undergraduate students. The training provided hands-on in Reactjs, NodeJs, ExpressJs, MongoDB, MySql enabling students to gain practical exposure to full-stack web development leading to development of industrial projects. The training enhanced their technical knowledge and practical skills, preparing them for future academic and professional opportunities.
80-Hour MERN Stack Industrial Training for Undergraduate Students
The Department of Information Technology successfully completed 80 hrs MERN Stack Industrial Training for Undergraduate students. The training provided hands-on in Reactjs, NodeJs, ExpressJs, MongoDB, MySql enabling students to gain practical exposure to full-stack web development leading to development of industrial projects. The training enhanced their technical knowledge and practical skills, preparing them for future academic and professional opportunities.
Summer Training-Data Science
The Department of Information Technology successfully conducted an 100‑hour Data Science Industrial Training program for undergraduate students. The training offered practical exposure to key tools and techniques such as Python, NumPy, Pandas, Matplotlib, Seaborn enabling participants to gain hands‑on experience in data analysis, visualization, and machine learning.
Students worked with real‑world datasets and developed mini‑projects that reflected industrial applications of data science. The program enriched their technical knowledge and analytical skills, bridging the gap between academic learning and industry practices, and prepared them for future opportunities in data science, machine learning, AI, and data analytics.
Fastest Expression Evaluator
Data Structures and Algorithms is an integral part of any Information Technology course curriculum. To make it stronger Department of Information Technology conducted an activity called "Fastest Expression Evaluator" for undergraduate students. The activity was fun with learning. A healthy competition of evaluating expressions using Stacks. Students participated with great zeal and enthusiasm.
Visit to Cloud Data Centre@ IIT Delhi
IT Department arranged a visit to Cloud Data Centre at IIT Delhi on March 6th 2021 for Final year Students. It was a great experience for students to see a Data centre architecture physically. The visit begins with explanation of the architecture in conference room at CSC, IIT Delhi where Prof Gopal Krishan highlighted the concept of virtualization, firewalls, backup, routers, switches and the abstract architecture of the data centre. The most interesting part of the visit was the visit to data centre with supercomputing facility. Students got opportunity to see Control Room, UPS Room, Power Supply, Cooling Plant, Racks, Multiple Blade Servers, Storage Servers, SAN and NAS etc.
IT DEBATE – Internet of Things- A Technological Revolution or a Curse
The skill of debating is essential for students. Indeed, debate activities can be an effective way to develop the skills needed to become a modern citizen in the 21st century, including collaboration, communication, and creativity proposed that we should dedicate elevated levels of energy to pursuits that provide the ability to sustain higher education.
Besides this when this debate is about technology, it becomes a learning platform to know the pros and cons of the technology. The Department of Information Technology, organized a Intra Departmental IT Debate with Topic “Internet of Things- A Technogical Revolution or a Curse” on February 19th 2021.The Debate Topic Internet of Things (IoT) was chosen as it could soon be as commonplace as electricity in the everyday lives of people. Important IoT application domains span almost all major economic sectors: health, education, agriculture, transportation, manufacturing, electric grids, and many more. However, the incorporation of the IoT into people’s lives will require evaluating implications for their safety and privacy, including the security of their personal information and the development of appropriate safeguards .Students from all years enthusiastically participated in the debate where each team comprises of two members and they have to debate in motion and against the motion. The Judgement was made by Dr Ruchika Gupta (Associate Professor- Department of Mass Communication), Dr Deepti Khanna(Associate Professor- Department of Information Technology). Before Announcement of result an assessment about the debate done by students was performed by Mr Mohit Mathur- HOD-IT and some guidance and tips of debating were provided by Dr Ruchika Gupta. The Event concluded with Announcement of results. For students motivation Cash prizes and winning certificates were distributed to students, besides this each participant got participation certificates.
Poster Making Competition
Decoding pandemic Server- COVID 19 Impact on Cyber Security
The artistic and conceptual understanding for generating awareness is an important and crucial part of a student's life. A poster making competition can encourage and motivate the students to learn and generate awareness about the most important things in this century.
This competition enables students to share their ideas and perspectives for a particular topic, while also engaging in a competition for the best poster. The Department of Information technology organised an Inter Departmental Poster making competition i.e. DECODING PANDEMIC SERVER- Covid 19’s Impact on Cyber Security on February 25th 2021. This topic was chosen to make students aware of how cyber-crime is affecting lives of people around the globe and how much we are required to make ourselves aware of such crime.The field is becoming increasingly significant due to the increased reliance on computer systems. The idea behind the activity is to highlight the impact (Both Postive and Negative) on cyber Security. During Covid’19 the Cyber Crime rate graph shoots up as everyone has to rely on Online mode while staying at home. There are many privacy concerns surrounding cybercrime when confidential information is intercepted or disclosed. Cyber security is important because it encompasses everything that pertains to protecting our sensitive data. During Covid the Cyber Security got attention and improved in many web based applications. Students from all departments participated individually or in groups of 2 or 3. Almost 65 teams from all over the college gave active participation. The students were provide an hour to design poster. The judgement was made by Ms Namrata Chadhha(Head- Interior Design Department) and Ms Ambika Bhatia Chopra( Asst. Professor(Mathematics and Operations). The Activity concluded with announcement of results wherein 3 teams were chosen as winning teams and a special prize of Creative team was given. The winners got cash prizes and certificates of Excellence while all participants got participation certificate.