MARKXIME, the marketing club, initiated "SOCIALIZE SMALLBIZ" to support local businesses digitally. With guidance from Dr. Elizabeth Devasia and senior committee members (Batch 10), students collaborated with Shahna, a boutique owner. Through logo redesign and other conceptual reels, designed by Angeline, and social media optimization, they enhanced her online presence. With support from friends, the successful relaunch led to increased engagement and new customers, showcasing the power of collective action in boosting small businesses.
XIME Kochi hosted a National-level intra-collegiate Management Fest called "QUEST 2024" on the 1st and 2nd of March 2024. The program included 15 main events, with a total winning amount of Rs. 2,15,000/-. Over 500 participants attended from 53 colleges across Kerala and India, with 467 registered in advance and 47 registered on the spot. Additionally, 28 external sponsors contributed Rs. 4 lakhs to support the event. Overall, the event was a success in terms of participation, sponsorship, planning, execution, and learning.
The XSEED Club at Fort Kochi Beach organized a commendable "Beach Cleaning Drive" on December 15, 2023, showcasing the spirit of environmental responsibility and community engagement. This impactful initiative witnessed the active participation of 71 dedicated volunteers from both Batch 11 and Batch 10, uniting in their commitment to preserving the pristine beauty of the coastline. The cleaning drive proved to be a resounding success, with the volunteers working tirelessly to rid the beach of various pollutants. A staggering total of around 200 bags were filled with plastic, thermocol, and other types of waste, underscoring the severity of the pollution problem and the pressing need for community-driven solutions. The participants not only collected visible debris but also engaged in educational discussions about the harmful effects of plastic pollution and the importance of sustainable practices. This knowledge-sharing component added an educational dimension to the event, fostering a deeper understanding of the environmental challenges faced by coastal areas.
XSEED, the Social club of XIME Kochi organised Blood Donation Camp on 28.11.2023 in association with District hospital Blood bank, Aluva. They arranged 5 beds in the MDP Hall and around 51 donors donated their blood. These donors include students from Batch 10, 11 and teaching and non-teaching faculties. About 15 female donors and 36 male donors participated. Overall, the event was successful with the support of all the members of XIME family.This camp stands as a testament to our collective spirit to contribute to generate a lifeline for someone in need.
"Garba nights: Where traditions meet trends." It's a night filled with rhythm, colours, and culture, Team MADX brought the beats and the bling to the most memorable Dandiya Night of the year! It was organised on 23rd of October, 2023 at Central Lawn from 6:30pm onwards in XIME, Kochi campus. Garba and dandiya were played with great josh and passion.The heart of the event was the Dandiya dance, where participants used colourful sticks and danced to the rhythmic beats of traditional music. The evenings had its own highlights followed by chaat and ice cream stalls by XOps and Finitiative club respectively. It lasted for approximately 3 hours. The event was meticulously organised by the MADx Committee. It took place in the college's central courtyard. The décor featured vibrant colours, traditional patterns, and eye-catching lighting, creating a welcoming ambiance for all attendees.
On 22.10.2023, XSEED club successfully conducted the event titled CHITRASHAALABANGAL-in collaboration with the HRuday club.35 members from both the clubs visited the orphanage Sandhwanam, home to 25 girls, located in Kalamassery. They began the programme with a performance for the girls followed by events for the inmates. The children at the orphanage participated enthusiastically in all the events following which they gave a dance performance for the XIME team, which was totally unexpected.. XIME students felt the experience was enriching and were elated with the response by these kids
Dr.Ranjana Varghese took a training workshop for the management students of Lourde Matha Institute of Management Studies , Kuttichal , Trivandrum on 26th and 27th October 2023 ,on professional skills to equip them for the placement interviews and be corporate ready. The sessions conducted were on communication skill , professional and personal branding , resume building, interview skills and grooming etiquettes.
“Life without eyes is not easy, take care of them” was the theme of the Eye Camp organized by XSEED in collaboration with The Eye Foundation, Edappally on 10th August at XIME Kochi. The objective of the camp were two fold: 1. To provide free eye care services to the underserved population and raise awareness about eye health. 2. To raise awareness about common eye diseases, preventive measures, and overall eye health hygiene. Attendees were informed about the significance of regular eye check-ups and the importance of protecting their eyes. About 120 benefited from the camp. The process followed was Vision Screening followed by Eye Examination, Medical Consultation and Cataract Screening. Post the Cataract Screening those requiring surgical intervention were referred to The Eye Foundation for a free cataract surgery.
25 senior managers of Aptiv took part in an Organization based program on Theory of Constraints on 7th October ,where the lead facilitator was Dr.Joshin John . Dr.Ranjana Varghese briefed about the context and introduced the program !
The 77th Independence Day was celebrated @ XIME Kochi on 15th August with great enthusiasm and patriotic fervour.
