Organ Donation Awareness Activities

 

Report on Organ Donation Awareness Activities

Date- 3^rd August, 2026

 

The Department of Biochemistry, St. Joseph's College for Women (Autonomous), Visakhapatnam, actively participated in the Organ Donation Awareness Programme organized by SPECT on 3 August 2026. Faculty members Dr. P. Mary Anupama and Dr. Mousami Shankar, along with students Jones, Madhavi, Subhasree, Anishma, Bhargavi, and Trishitha, took part in the awareness rally.

The rally commenced from the Mahatma Gandhi Statue opposite GVMC and concluded at the Central Library, Visakhapatnam. During the march, the participants carried placards and interacted with the public, creating awareness about the importance of organ donation and encouraging people to pledge their organs to save lives.

To extend the impact of the campaign within the institution, the students also designed and displayed an informative wall journal in the college, highlighting the significance, benefits, and myths associated with organ donation. The programme strengthened the students' sense of social responsibility and reinforced the Department of Biochemistry's commitment to community service, health education, and public awareness initiatives.

Organ Donation Awareness Rally by St. Joseph's College Rangers

Participation in the National Student Paryavaran Competition by rangers

 

Report on Participation in the National Student Paryavaran Competition (NSPC 2026)

Datte- 26^th June 2026

Ranger Leader- Dr Palukurty Mary Anupama

Rangers: Total of 36 rangers participated in the event

A total of 36 Rangers from St. Joseph's College for Women (Autonomous), Visakhapatnam actively participated in the National Student Paryavaran Competition (NSPC 2026), an online environmental awareness quiz conducted under the theme "Sowing to Growing." The competition is jointly supported by the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change and the Ministry of Education, Government of India, with the objective of promoting environmental consciousness and encouraging sustainable practices among students.

The Rangers participated in the 4th Group (UG, PG & Research Scholars) category and successfully completed the online quiz over 24th and 25th July 2026. As part of the competition, participants also uploaded selfies while planting trees, demonstrating their commitment to environmental conservation and the LiFE (Lifestyle for Environment) initiative. All participants will receive e-certificates in recognition of their involvement.

The participation was organized under the guidance of Dr. Palukurty Mary Anupama, Ranger Leader, who motivated and coordinated the Rangers throughout the programme. The enthusiastic response of all 36 Rangers reflects the college's commitment to environmental stewardship, community service, and active participation in national initiatives that promote ecological responsibility and sustainable development.

National Student Paryavaran Competition

 Report on Participation in the

National Student Paryavaran Competition (NSPC 2026)

 The Department of Biochemistry, St. Joseph's College for Women (Autonomous), Visakhapatnam, actively encouraged students to participate in the National Student Paryavaran Competition (NSPC 2026), an environmental awareness initiative organized under the theme "Sowing to Growing" and supported by the Ministry of Environment, Forest & Climate Change and the Ministry of Education, Government of India.

On 25th July 2026, more than 20 undergraduate students from the Department of Biochemistry enthusiastically participated in the online environmental quiz. The competition aimed to enhance students' knowledge of environmental conservation, biodiversity, climate change, sustainable practices, and the importance of individual responsibility in protecting nature. As part of the event, participants were also encouraged to engage in tree plantation activities and upload a selfie while planting a tree, promoting environmental stewardship through practical action.

The quiz provided an excellent platform for students to test their environmental knowledge while fostering ecological awareness and responsible citizenship. The active participation of the Biochemistry students reflects the department's commitment to promoting sustainability and encouraging students to contribute towards environmental protection. All participants became eligible to receive an e-certificate in recognition of their involvement in this nationwide initiative.