Mar Thoma College, Tiruvalla

What is AIDS and Why is it Relevant to Study
2025-12-05 13:00 - 13:30 (Asia/Kolkata) | 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

Expert talk
2026-01-22 01:30 - 15:30 | Seminar Hall, Dr. Alexander Mar Thoma Memorial Golden Jubilee Block, Mar Thoma College, Tiruvalla, Kerala, 689103, India
The Department of Commerce organises an Expert talk on the topic ‘Beyond the Degree: Building Skills, Personality, and Interview Confidence for Career Success’ will be held on January 22nd, 2026 from 1:30 pm to 3:30 pm at the Seminar Hall. This will be a great opportunity for students to interact with industry experienced expert on skill development. All are welcome.

International Outreach Programme
2026-01-24 22:00 - 23:00
INTERNATIONAL OUTREACH PROGRAMME – MAR THOMA COLLEGEIndia × GuatemalaFirst Session: January 24, 202610.00 PM IST

Postgraduate and Research Department of Botany, Mar Thoma College, Tiruvalla, in partnership with AK’ Tenamit – The Guatemalan Tomorrow Fund, presents:

THE SCIENCE OF SELF-SUSTAINING BIOSPHERES

A knowledge-sharing initiative bringing expertise from India to Guatemalan indigenous communities through hands-on workshops on closed and self-sustaining biospheres.

Key Topics:

Biosphere Design

Sustainability Learning

Community Ecology

Youth-Driven Citizen Science

Programme Leads:

Kiran Kannan, Citizen Scientist & Science Communicator

Manjusha Remith, Biotechnology & Agricultural Science Educator

Programme Coordinators:

Dr. Sonia Anna Zachariah, India

Linda Bedoya Tiul, K’onda, Guatemala

Building meaningful global connections, empowering communities, and fostering sustainability and inclusive learning.

Annual Alumni Get-together and General Body Meeting
2026-01-26 09:30 - 12:30 | College Auditorium, Mar Thoma College, Tiruvalla, Tiruvalla, Kerala, India
The Annual Get-together and General Body Meeting of the Alumni Association of Mar Thoma College will be held on 26th January, 2026 at 9.30 am in the College Auditorium. Dr Varughese George, Expert Member, Kerala State Planning Board will be the guest of honour.

Dr Mathew Varkey T KPrincipal

Dr Teena T ElizabethGeneral Secretary

Dr Reginold VargheseTreasurer

Hawkins Unleashed
2026-01-27 00:00 - 2026-01-28 23:59 | College Auditorium, Mar Thoma College, Tiruvalla, Tiruvalla, Kerala, India
The English Literary Association, Postgraduate and Research Department of English, Mar Thoma College, Tiruvalla proudly presents HAWKINS UNLEASHED — Muses 7th Edition : An Intercollegiate Cultural and Literary fest. The event is scheduled on the 27th and 28th of January, 2026 from 9:30 am to 4:00 pm. Hawkins Unleashed is more than just a fest—it is a space where creativity flows, ideas grow and talents shine. The fest includes various exciting competitive events such as Fashion Show, Spot Dance, Treasure Hunt, 3X3 Football etc.The fest is open to Secondary, Higher Secondary School students and students from colleges across the state.

Cognito' Science Workshop
2026-01-28 09:30 - 16:00 | Seminar Hall, Dr. Alexander Mar Thoma Memorial Golden Jubilee Block, Mar Thoma College, Tiruvalla, Kerala, 689103, India
​ The Department of Chemistry at Mar Thoma College, Thiruvalla, is organizing a one-day workshop titled “Cognito: Discover the Scientist in You” for talented high school students on January 28. The program will commence at 9:30 AM in the college seminar hall.

​Going beyond traditional classroom learning, this workshop prioritizes experiential learning through practical sessions.

Key highlights include:​ Instrumentation Tour: An opportunity to get hands-on experience with modern laboratory equipment.

​ Future-scaping : Sessions designed to explore future opportunities and trends in the field of Chemistry.

​ Expert Mentoring: Guidance sessions led by subject matter experts.

​The primary objective of this program is to bridge the gap between textbook knowledge and real-world advanced technologies. By providing direct access to state-of-the-art laboratory facilities, the workshop aims to foster scientific curiosity in students and help them accurately shape their goals for higher education.

Prof. Thomas Mathew Endowment Seminar 2026
2026-01-29 10:00 - 12:30 | Seminar Hall, Dr. Alexander Mar Thoma Memorial Golden Jubilee Block, Mar Thoma College, Tiruvalla, Kerala, 689103, India
The Postgraduate and Research Department of Botany is organising the Prof. Thomas Mathew Endowment Seminar 2026 on January 29th, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. in the Seminar Hall. Mr. Robert Panipilla, a prominent marine researcher, environmental activist, and author based in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, will be the resource person. He is the Founder of Friends of Marine Life (FML), a citizen-science-based non-profit organisation aimed at documenting the marine ecology and underwater heritage of the Thiruvananthapuram coast.

Human Library Project
2026-01-30 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, in collaboration with the College IQAC and Library, is proud to continue the innovative Human Library Project, where individuals share their stories and experiences as living books to enhance empathy, understanding, and connection. Following its successful inauguration by Fr. Bobby Jose Kattikadu, the next session of this great initiative will be held on January 30, 2026, at 10:00 am in the Golden Jubilee Seminar Hall. We are honoured to present Dr. Reshmy Rajasekharan—a distinguished teacher, researcher, and entrepreneur—who will present her story titled, “My Story: The Multi-Hyphenate Woman and Gender Politics.” We cordially invite all students and faculty to join us and be a part of this insightful and transformative experience.

Herbarium to High-Tech: Learning, Research, and Careers in a Rapidly Changing World
2026-01-30 11:00 - 12:30 | Mini Conference Hall (Media Centre), Mar Thoma College, Tiruvalla, Kerala, 689103, India
PG and Research Department of Botany & IQAC, Mar Thoma College, Tiruvalla

Research and Career Orientation Seminar

The PG and Research Department of Botany & IQAC, Mar Thoma College, Tiruvalla, is organising a Research and Career Orientation Seminar on “Herbarium to High-Tech: Learning, Research, and Careers in a Rapidly Changing World” on January 30, 2026 at 11.00 am at the Mini Conference Hall. The keynote speaker is Dr Biju Dharmapalan, National Awardee, Government of India, and Dean-Academic Affairs, Garden City University, Bengaluru. The seminar aims to provide insights into emerging research trends and career opportunities in Botany and allied sciences. All students, faculty, and research scholars are cordially invited to attend.

Dr Mathew Varkey TKPrincipal

Mr Renosh Tom Varghese KHead, Department of Botany

Dr Sonia Anna ZachariahIQAC Coordinator

Ms Elizabeth GeorgeConvenor

Documentary Screening and Discussion: Saving Walden's World by Jim Merkel
2026-02-03 10:00 - 12:30 | Seminar Hall, Dr. Alexander Mar Thoma Memorial Golden Jubilee Block, Mar Thoma College, Tiruvalla, Kerala, 689103, India
The Department of History, in association with the Brains Trust, Mar Thoma College, Tiruvalla, is organising a documentary screening and discussion on Jim Merkel’s film Saving Walden’s World on February 3, 2026, from 10:00 am to 12:30 pm in the College Seminar Hall. Mr Jim Merkel will lead the discussion.

All students, faculty members, and interested participants are cordially invited to attend this thought-provoking event.

Dr Mathew Varkey TKPrincipal

Dr Mathew SamHead, Department of History

Indian Knowledge System: History of Towns in Kerala - Tiruvalla
2026-02-04 10:00 - 12:30 | Seminar Hall, Dr. Alexander Mar Thoma Memorial Golden Jubilee Block, Mar Thoma College, Tiruvalla, Kerala, 689103, India
The Department of History is organising a Seminar on the Local History of Tiruvalla on February 4, 2026, at 10:00 am in the College Seminar Hall.

Distinguished Speakers:

Mr Rajeev Pallikonam, Secretary, Kerala Local History Study Council, will lead the first session.

Dr Jithin Sanker, Assistant Professor, Department of History, NSS Hindu College, Changanassery, will lead the second session.

All students, faculty members, and history enthusiasts are cordially invited to attend this enlightening event. The seminar aims to deepen understanding of Tiruvalla’s rich historical heritage within the broader framework of the Indian knowledge system, exploring its cultural, social, and historical significance.

We look forward to your gracious presence and active participation.

Dr Mathew Varkey TKPrincipal

Dr Mathew SamHead, Department of History

Community Walkathon
2026-02-06 06:30 - 19:30 | Mar Thoma College, Tiruvalla, Kuttapuzha P O, Tiruvalla, Kerala, 689103, India
The National AYUSH Mission, in association with the Kerala Health Department, is organising a Community Walkathon, a fitness rally, on February 6, 2026, from 6:30 to 7:30 AM, with the support of the Health Club and Medical Club of Mar Thoma College, Tiruvalla.

Sri Ashad S, DYSP, will grace the occasion as the Chief Guest and will flag off the walkathon. Following this event, Sri Mathew T, MLA, will inaugurate the Healthy Kerala Campaign 2026 of the Tiruvalla Assembly Constituency at 10:00 AM at the College Seminar Hall.

Awareness Programme for NSS Volunteers
2026-02-06 10:00 - 12:30 | Mini Conference Hall (Media Centre), Mar Thoma College, Tiruvalla, Kerala, 689103, India
A Palliative Care Awareness Programme will be held on February 06 at 10.00 am in the Mini Conference Hall for NSS volunteers. Mr Ebin Mathew Sam, Staff, Alpha Palliative Care, Tiruvalla will lead the awareness session.

Annual Alumni Meet 2026 - Zoology
2026-02-07 09:30 - 12:30 | College Auditorium, Mar Thoma College, Tiruvalla, Tiruvalla, Kerala, India
The Annual Alumni Meet 2026 of the Postgraduate and Research Department of Zoology will be held on February 7th 2026 Saturday at 9:30 a.m. in the College Auditorium.

BudTalk 2026
2026-02-10 09:30 - 12:30 | Seminar Hall, Dr. Alexander Mar Thoma Memorial Golden Jubilee Block, Mar Thoma College, Tiruvalla, Kerala, 689103, India
The Department of Commerce in association with the Department of Political Science presents BudTalk 2026 on 10th February from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM in the Seminar Hall. BudTalk is a budget analysis session conducted every year by the Department of Commerce. This year, the Union and Kerala State budgets will be analysed in view of the changing geopolitical environment. Dr. Mohan Varghese who is a political analyst and former Head of the Department of Political Science will lead the session. All teachers and students are welcome.

Orientation Session
2026-02-10 09:30 - 12:30
A career orientation session for PG Zoology students will be conducted by Dr. A Thomson Mathai, Alumnus of the Department of Zoology, now working as Test Facility Management at Toxindia, Jejuri, Pune, on February 10, 2026, at 9:30 am in room no. B21. The session will focus on exploring career opportunities beyond academics and R&D in pharma, cosmetic, agrochemical, and medical device product development through GLP.
