Mar Thoma College, Tiruvalla

Ecocritical Readings: Exploring the Human-Nature Dialectics
2025-10-24 09:30 - 12:30 (Asia/Kolkata) | Seminar Hall, Dr. Alexander Mar Thoma Memorial Golden Jubilee Block, Mar Thoma College, Tiruvalla, Kerala, 689103, India
The Postgraduate and Research Department of English, Mar Thoma College, Tiruvalla, is organising a National Seminar titled, “Ecocritical Readings: Exploring the Human-Nature Dialectics” on 24th October 2025 at 9:30 AM in the College Seminar Hall.

This academic event is coordinated by the Postgraduate Forum in association with Mahatma Gandhi University, Kerala, and IQAC. This endeavour is a reflection of the commitment of the department to interdisciplinary research and critical inquiry.

The seminar will feature a keynote address by Dr. Suja Kurup P L, Associate Professor at the Institute of English, University of Kerala, and Director, Centre for Australian Studies, University of Kerala. The resource person will deliver a lecture on the topic ‘Ecocritical Perspectives on Human-Nature Interactions in Australia,’ engaging participants in contemporary debates within ecocriticism.

Nobel Talks & Interschool Quiz Competition
2025-10-24 09:30 - 12:30 | College Auditorium, Mar Thoma College, Tiruvalla, Tiruvalla, Kerala, India
Science Forum in association with IQAC is organizing Nobel Talks – an event to introduce all the Nobel prizes of 2025 and Nobel Quiz – an Interschool Quiz competition on 24 th October 2025 at College Auditorium.

Bizchat
2025-10-24 13:00 - 13:30 | Room H6
This week’s Bizchat will be held on October 24 at 1.00 pm in Room number H6, led by the first year BCom Accounting and Financial Market batch.

Human Library Project
2025-11-06 10:00 - 12:30 | Seminar Hall, Dr. Alexander Mar Thoma Memorial Golden Jubilee Block, Mar Thoma College, Tiruvalla, Kerala, 689103, India
The Department of Chemistry, Mar Thoma College is proud to introduce the innovative “Human Library Project”, where individuals share their stories and experiences, serving as living books. This collaborative effort with the IQAC and the College Library aims to foster a culture of empathy, understanding, and connection among students and faculty. The inauguration of this unique initiative will take place on November 6, 2025, at 10:00 am in the Seminar Hall. The event will be graced by the presence of renowned philanthropist, penman, and philosopher, Fr. Bobby Jose Kattikadu. We invite all to join and be a part of this extraordinary experience!

Power Quiz
2025-11-06 13:00 - 13:30 | BSc Physics Lab, Mar Thoma College, Tiruvalla, India
KSEB Officers’ Association and Department of Physics, Mar Thoma College Tiruvalla jointly organises college level QUIZ competition based on energy resources on November 6 at 1:00 p.m, at the BSc Physics Lab. The state level winners will get exciting cash prizes worth Rs. 20000/- and Rs 10,000/-. All students are invited to participate. Lets join hand in hand to conserve our valuable resources. Do participate and be aware of the present and future scenario of energy resources.

Manorama Hortus
2025-11-07 09:45 - 12:30 | Mar Thoma College, Tiruvalla, Kuttapuzha P O, Tiruvalla, Kerala, 689103, India
The Department of English welcomes Manorama Hortus to the campus on its journey of words ‘padha yathra’ . The Principal Dr Mathew Varkey T K will inaugurate the event by writing a word that is relevant to the local community. Students and teachers will also contribute words to the Hortus collection.The English Literary Association will present programmes in observance of the 69th Kerala Day. The event will commence at 9.45 am on Friday, November 7, 2025 in the College Quadrangle.

Gandhi's Literature and Gandhi in Literature
2025-11-14 17:30 - 2025-11-15 20:30 | Online
The Department of Hindi and IQAC Mar Thoma College, Tiruvalla in association with Sahachar Hindi Sangadan, New Delhi is organising an International Seminar on the theme, “Gandhi’s Literature and Gandhi in Literature” on November 14 and 15, 2025 from 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm through online mode.

Collaborating institutions:Smt CR Gardi Arts College, Munpur, GujaratDB College, Thalayolaparambu, Kottayam, KeralaVedanta Postgraduate Girls College, Reengus, Rajasthan.

Speakers:Dr Suresh Pandey, SwedenDr Vivek Mani Tripathi, ChinaDr Suresh Chandra Shukla, Norway

International Students’ Day
2025-11-17 13:00 - 13:30 | Room H10
The Department of Commerce is celebrating International Students’ Day on 17th November 2025 in the H10 class room at 1.00 pm . We remember the educators who inspired us and contributed to education.

Research Colloquium
2025-11-22 09:30 - 12:30 | Seminar Hall, Dr. Alexander Mar Thoma Memorial Golden Jubilee Block, Mar Thoma College, Tiruvalla, Kerala, 689103, India
The Research & Development (R&D) Cell of Mar Thoma College, Tiruvalla is organizing a Research Colloquium on November 22, 2025.The colloquium will feature an expert talk and a Poster Presentation Competition.The competition is open to all research scholars of Mar Thoma College, Tiruvalla.

Poster Presentation Competition: Details

Topic: “Challenges in Academic Publishing”

Prizes: Cash prizes will be awarded to the top three posters:First Prize: Rs. 3,000Second Prize: Rs. 2,000Third Prize: Rs. 1,000Evaluation: Winners will be decided based on a combination of peer and expert evaluation.

Guidelines for Poster Presentation

Size: 90 cm (width) X 120 cm (height).Font Sizes (Recommended):Heading: 80 ptsAuthor/Affiliation: 60 ptsSubtitles: 60 ptsBody Text: 40 ptsContent Organization: The content must be organized as: Introduction, Objectives, Materials and Methods, Results, and Conclusion.Printing: The poster must be printed on photo paper, glossy paper, or cloth. Flex printing is strictly not permitted.

Expert Talk Details

The expert talk, a key part of the colloquium, will be delivered by Dr. Jayakrishnan R, Professor and Head, Department of Physics, Kerala University.

Topic of Presentation: “Is Research a Career?”

All research scholars and research guides are cordially requested to attend the program.

Registration Link:https://forms.gle/AXFbTqitkxcxZxzy6

Dr. Ajesh K ZachariahCoordinator

Fibonacci Day Celebration
2025-11-24 14:30 - 15:30 | Mini Conference Hall (Media Centre), Mar Thoma College, Tiruvalla, Kerala, 689103, India
The Department of Mathematics is celebrating Fibonacci Day on November 24 at 2:30 PM in the Mini Conference Hall. As part of the celebration, students will conduct engaging games, quizzes, and presentations based on Fibonacci numbers and their fascinating presence in nature, art, and architecture. The event aims to highlight the beauty and relevance of mathematics in the world around us.

Stock Trading Club
2025-11-25 13:00 - 13:30 | Room H10
The Stock Trading Club, an activity based club of the Department of Commerce gives opportunity to the students who are interested in stock markets and trading.

This club allows its member students to learn from discussions and workshops and grow in their financial knowledge.

The second meeting of the Stock Trading Club for this academic year will be held on 25th November 2025 at 1:00pm

Science Outreach Programme - Physics
2025-11-28 11:00 - 15:30 | Mar Thoma Syrian Girls High School, Anaprambal
The Department of Physics, Mar Thoma College, Tiruvalla is organising Science Outreach Programmes on 28 November 2025.

High School Students will have an opportunity to experience the magic of Physics through hands-on demonstrations in:🔹 Optics🔹 Magnetism🔹 Sound🔹 Waves and OscillationsSession Details:

🕚 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM

📍 Mar Thoma Syrian Girls High School, Anaprambal

🕑 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM

📍 Titus Mar Thoma High School, Thalavady

We welcome you to participate and make the event meaningful and impactful.

Dr. Angel Susan Cherian, Head, Department of Physics

Dr. Mathew Varkey T. K., Principal

EXPRESSIONS 25
2025-12-03 10:00 - 15:30 | Mar Thoma College, Tiruvalla, Kuttapuzha P O, Tiruvalla, Kerala, 689103, India
Greetings in the name and grace of our Lord Almighty,

MAR THOMA COLLEGE, TIRUVALLAUnder the auspices of theMAR THOMA STUDENTS ASSOCIATION (MTSA)presents

EXPRESSIONS 25

We are delighted to invite your esteemed institution to participate in our intercollegiate event celebrating creativity, talent, and the festive spirit.

Date: December 3rd, 2025 Time: 10:00 AM Venue: Mar Thoma College, Tiruvalla

EVENTS

SOLO COMPETITION

1st Prize – ₹1000

2nd Prize – ₹750

3rd Prize – ₹500

QUIZ COMPETITION

1st Prize – ₹2000

2nd Prize – ₹1500

3rd Prize – ₹1000

CHRISTMAS CAROL COMPETITION

1st Prize – ₹5000

2nd Prize – ₹3000

3rd Prize – ₹2000

REGISTRATION FEE FOR THE EVENTS

Solo: ₹150

Quiz: ₹300

Choir: ₹500

Registration Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdnSjwrePiDnyKlxD4WBf2rp6fhnXXn8jajQWn_mxnfXrCSzw/viewform?usp=dialog

Last date for registration: 28th November 2025

We warmly encourage your college to register and take part in these exciting events and grab the opportunity to showcase talent, teamwork, and excellence. We look forward to your enthusiastic participation.

Science Outreach Programme – Physics
2025-12-03 13:00 - 15:30 | SCS Higher Secondary School, Tiruvalla
The Department of Physics, Mar Thoma College, Tiruvalla is organising Science Outreach Programmes on 3 December 2025.

Higher Secondary and High School School Students will have an opportunity to experience the magic of Physics through hands-on demonstrations in:🔹 Optics🔹 Magnetism🔹 Sound🔹 Waves and Oscillations

Session Details:

🕚 1:00 PM – 3:30 PM

📍 Syrian Christian Seminary (SCS) Higher Secondary School, Tiruvalla

We welcome you to participate and make the event meaningful and impactful.

Dr. Angel Susan Cherian, Head, Department of Physics

Dr. Mathew Varkey T. K., Principal

Data Analysis Techniques for Material Science with Special Focus on XRD
2025-12-05 09:30 - 12:30 | BSc Physics Lab, Mar Thoma College, Tiruvalla, India
The Department of Physics, Mar Thoma College, Tiruvalla, is organizing a one-day workshop on ‘Data Analysis Techniques for Material Science with Special Focus on XRD’ for UG and PG students. The event will be held on 5th December 2025 at 9.30 AM in the B.Sc. Physics Lab.Dr. I. John Berlin and Dr. Anju K. Nair, Assistant Professors in the Department of Physics, will serve as the resource persons for the session. The workshop aims to provide students with hands-on exposure to material characterization methods, with emphasis on interpreting and analysing X-ray diffraction data.All are cordially invited.

What is AIDS and Why is it Relevant to Study
2025-12-05 13:00 - 13:30 | College Auditorium, Mar Thoma College, Tiruvalla, Tiruvalla, Kerala, India
The NSS units of the college will organise an awareness session titled “What is AIDS and Why is it Relevant to Study” as part of the World AIDS Day observance on December 5, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. in the college auditorium. The programme is based on the theme of this year’s World AIDS Day, “Overcoming Distraction, Transforming the AIDS Response”. The session will be led by B Alakananda, NSS Volunteer Secretary.

Intercollegiate Quiz Competition
2025-12-12 10:00 - 12:30 | College Auditorium, Mar Thoma College, Tiruvalla, Tiruvalla, Kerala, India
The Department of Mathematics is hosting an Intercollegiate Quiz Competition, “Battle of Brains”, on December 5 at 10:00 AM in the Auditorium. Cash prizes will be distributed to the winners.

GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS

All participants must report by 9:30 AM.

Each team must consist of two students. A college may send multiple teams.

Registration fee: ₹100/- per team, which shall be paid at the time of reporting at the venue.

Participants must be undergraduate or postgraduate students from any educational institution.

Participants should produce an authentication letter from the Principal/HOD or a valid college ID card.

The Quiz Master’s decision will be final.

Awareness Class- World AIDS Day
2025-12-12 11:30 - 12:30 | Seminar Hall, Dr. Alexander Mar Thoma Memorial Golden Jubilee Block, Mar Thoma College, Tiruvalla, Kerala, 689103, India
The IQAC Mar Thoma College Tiruvalla, Excise Department Vimukthi Mission, Pathanamthitta and Sradha – Nerkootam in collaboration with The Kerala State AIDS Control Society organise a District-level Awareness Class for College Students in connection with World AIDS Day on December 12, 2025 at 11:30 am in the Seminar Hall, Dr Alexander Mar Thoma Golden Jubilee Block, Mar Thoma College, Tiruvalla. The class will be led by Sri Jose Cherian, Counsellor, Jawahar Migrant Suraksha Project Kottayam (KSACS).

Candle Making - The Women Empowerment Cell
2025-12-16 13:00 - 14:00 | Room A9
The Women Empowerment Cell of Mar Thoma College, Tiruvalla is planning to organise a hands-on session on Candle Making on 16 December 2025 at room no A9. The programme aims to equip students with practical skills, promote creativity, and encourage entrepreneurship and self-reliance through experiential learning. The interactive session, led by Ms. Karuna Elsy Thomas, will provide participants with an opportunity to learn basic techniques of candle making under expert guidance, thereby fostering confidence and awareness of small-scale income-generating activities.

The science of AI, and a walk-through of recent tools for learning and research
2025-12-16 14:00 - 15:30 | Seminar Hall, Dr. Alexander Mar Thoma Memorial Golden Jubilee Block, Mar Thoma College, Tiruvalla, Kerala, 689103, India
The Academic Cell of Mar Thoma College, Tiruvalla is organising an invited talk titled “The Science of AI, and a Walkthrough of Recent Tools for Learning and Research” on 16 December 2025 at 2.00 pm in the Seminar Hall. The programme aims to enhance students’ understanding of the fundamental concepts of Artificial Intelligence and to familiarise them with contemporary AI-based tools that support academic learning and research activities.

The session will be led by Dr. Ebie Mavelil Sam, who completed his PhD in Physics from the Max Planck Institute, Germany. He is currently the Chief Technology Officer (CTO) at Plumfin, an aquatech startup that he co-founded.Through this interactive talk, participants will gain valuable insights into emerging AI technologies, innovative learning tools, and their applications in research, fostering critical thinking and technological awareness among students.

Christmas Carol Service 2025- The Bethlehem Rhapsody
2025-12-17 14:00 - 16:00 | College Chapel
The Mar Thoma College fraternity warmly invites you and your family to our Christmas Carol Service, The Bethlehem Rhapsody. The programme is scheduled for Wednesday, 17 December 2025 at 2:00 PM in the College Chapel.Rev. Oommen K. Jacob, Director, Mar Thoma DSMC, will join us as the Guest of Honour.We look forward to having you with us for an afternoon of music, joy, and the hope of Christmas.

Carol rounds
2025-12-17 17:00 - 22:00
Spreading the good news and heralding the reason for this season to the community, the members of the MTSA, Mar Thoma College are remembering and announcing once again the Messiah’s birth. MTSA Christmas Carol rounds will be held on 17th December, 5 pm onwards.

Holy Communion Service
2025-12-19 08:00 - 09:00 | College Chapel
A Holy Communion service is scheduled to be held on Friday, December 19, 2025 at 8 am in the College Chapel. Rev. Mathews A. Mathew will be the chief celebrant. Requesting your prayerful participation.

Christmas Together - NSS
2025-12-22 14:00 - 17:00
The NSS units of the college will celebrate Christmas at its adopted school, MTLP school, Kizhakkenmuthoor at 2.00 pm. Rev. Abraham Panicker, the school local manager will deliver the Christmas message.

Jingle & Joy
2025-12-23 11:30 - 14:00 | College Auditorium, Mar Thoma College, Tiruvalla, Tiruvalla, Kerala, India
The Staff Association of Mar Thoma College, Tiruvalla, is hosting its Christmas fellowship, Jingle & Joy, on 23rd December 2025 at 11.30 am in the College Auditorium. Rev. Subin Sam Mammen, Finance Manager of the Mar Thoma Syrian Church, is the chief guest for the programme. The fellowship will be followed by the Christmas feast.

Skill Training Programme: Microtechnique Paraffin Block Preparation
2026-01-08 14:00 - 15:30 | B. Sc. Botany Laboratory
The Department of Botany is organising a Skill Training Programme on Microtechnique Paraffin Block Preparation for MSc Botany III Semester students, scheduled to take place on January 8th, 2026, at 02:00 pm in the MSc Botany lab. The programme will be conducted by the esteemed resource person, Prof. Dr. Neeta N. Nair, former HOD of the Botany department at Mar Thoma College, Tiruvalla. This hands-on training session aims to equip students with the essential techniques of paraffin block preparation, a crucial skill for their academic and research pursuits.

Nostos ‘26
2026-01-10 09:30 - 12:30 | Seminar Hall, Dr. Alexander Mar Thoma Memorial Golden Jubilee Block, Mar Thoma College, Tiruvalla, Kerala, 689103, India
The Department of English, Mar Thoma College, Tiruvalla, cordially invites all its alumni to Nostos ’26, the Annual Alumni Meet, that celebrates the spirit of homecoming.

🗓️ Saturday, January 10, 2026

🕘 9.30 AM

📍 College Seminar Hall

Nostos ’26 brings together former students and teachers for a meaningful reunion marked by memories, conversations, and shared stories. All our dear alumni are warmly welcome to join and reconnect with the department that shaped their journey.

Research Methodology - English
2026-01-12 09:30 - 12:30 | Mini Conference Hall (Media Centre), Mar Thoma College, Tiruvalla, Kerala, 689103, India
The Postgraduate and Research Department of English, Mar Thoma College, Tiruvalla, is organising a One-Day Workshop titled “Research Methodology: Enhancing Academic Writing, Citation and Formatting” on 12 January 2026 at the Mini Conference Hall. The workshop aims to introduce the undergraduate and postgraduate students to the fundamentals of academic research, with a special focus on scholarly writing, citation practices, and formatting guidelines. Mr Bibin Thomas, Assistant Professor, Christ College, Irinjalakuda, will serve as the Resource Person. The programme is expected to provide participants with practical insights and essential skills required for effective academic research.

Drawing Competition
2026-01-15 09:30 - 12:30 | College Auditorium, Mar Thoma College, Tiruvalla, Tiruvalla, Kerala, India
The Postgraduate and Research Department of English, Mar Thoma College, Tiruvalla and the Kerala State Institute of Children’s Literature, Department of Cultural Affairs, Government of Kerala are jointly organizing a Drawing Competition for school children of Pathanamthitta District. The competition will be held on 15th January 2026 in the college Auditorium at 9:30 a.m. The program aims to raise awareness about the dangers of drug abuse. Students from various schools across the district are invited to participate and make the event a vibrant celebration of art and creativity.

Annual Camp - MTSA
2026-01-16 00:00 - 2026-01-18 23:59
The Annual Camp of the Mar Thoma Students‘ Association, Mar Thoma College, Tiruvalla is scheduled to be held from 16th to 18th at the Thekkady Mar Thoma Meadows, Kumily.

Rev Teny Thomas, Rev Vijai Mammen Mathew and Rev Jebin Vinoj Thomas will lead the three day residential camp.

Dr Mathew Varkey TK

President

Dr Teena T Elizabeth

Director
