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When many students saw the first cut off list, they got a bit disappointed by the fact that they got Sri Venkateshwara College (colloquially known as ‘Venky’) and not any of the coveted north campus colleges. As they dragged themselves through Venky’s temple like entrance, they may be a bit disheartened to see the dilapidated state of the infrastructure and the very ‘sarkari hospital’  like colors literally clinging to its walls.

However, looks can be deceiving and in this case, ‘deceiving’ was a gross understatement. The people, the atmosphere, the teachers and the opportunities that this college has to offer are, in my opinion, nothing short of extraordinary.

The college is best known for its science courses but this does not, in any way, imply that the arts and commerce courses are not up to the mark. The faculty is exceptional and devoted across all departments and the facilities offered are great, to say the least. Although, there is a consequence of this positive aspect – If one is expecting the typical Delhi University trend of classes being occasionally cancelled due to strikes or protests or whatever, then one is mistaken. Classes are rarely disrupted and the teachers are inordinately punctual whenever it’s their respective slot.  Obviously, this consequence can be good or bad, depending entirely on your preferences.

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Moving on to the co-curricular face of this college; there are a plethora of societies that one can join (after auditioning, of course). Almost all of the societies have established a name for themselves, not just in Delhi University but in the rest of the country as well, owing to their extremely talented and dedicated members. There is a society to suit every taste, hobby and passion. Some of them are, ‘Nritya’- the Choreography Society; ‘Verve’- the Western DanceSociety; ‘Crescendo’ – the Western Music Society; ‘Verbum’– the English Dramatics Society; ‘Parivartan’ – the Social Service Society; ‘Effulgence’ –the Film and Photography Society and the Debate Societies. These are just a few of the societies, making up a paltry fraction of the spectrum we call extracurricular. In all the societies, the seniors become your guides, your mentors’ and sometimes, even your best friends. They make sure that you perform your best and they push you beyond your limits to make you grow, both as a person and an artist. In the end, the pain and the sweat are all worth it. This
is what makes the extracurricular scene at this college so extraordinary. In the end, it doesn’t remain your hobby anymore; it becomes a part of who you are!

The college has a pretty good set up when it comes to sports as well. It has several teams including (but not limited to) those of Hockey, Basketball, Cricket, Chess, Badminton and Tennis, which provide wonderful training and an amazing platform to further one’s interest and/or passion for the sport.

All in all, I’d say that Sri Venkateshwara College is an incredible place to be in. It’s the oasis of the artist, the academician and the politician alike. It has its shortcomings but they stand no match against its positive side, the
positive side that pervades not only the mind but the very core of a Venkyite’s
being.


Anuj Arora
Correspondent – UE


 
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B.com(H) is a 3-year undergraduate degree designed to inculcate Business Acumen in students. The course includes subjects like cost accounting, financial
accounting, law, tax, economics, organisational behaviour, management, etc. 

Through this course, one can specialize in fields like Accounts and economics.
Students can also pursue courses like C.A., C.S., ICWA along with B.com(H).

Some students confuse B.com(H) with B.com(prog.) and perceive them to be equivalent. But the difference lies in the fact that B.com(prog.) gives only an overview of all the subjects taught in the Honours course and ofcourse Honours provides specialization and core knowledge about the subjects. Thus, honours can be seen as wider in scope and the industry demand for this course is relatively more.

As the competition among students is rising, the cut offs every year are also rocketing high and hence, it is becoming tougher to get admissions in a course like B.com(H) in top colleges of delhi university. So a student aiming for B.com(H) from colleges like SRCC, Hansraj, Hindu, LSR has to secure atleast a bove 95% in XII and also having Maths is a pre-requisite one has to take care of.

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As far as the scope of this course is concerned, B.com(H) has a great scope but one should keep one thing in mind that just after doing graduation one cannot expect to get the best jobs in the market but one can gain experience and eventually grow in the industry by taking up a job.

Coming to the Jobs!

What one looks for while taking up a job? Perhaps the profile or the salary package a company is providing. But what we must be looking up for is the area in which we have our interest. If you are interested in work which involves processing of payrolls, administration of accounts or insurance, you can probably join a KPO(knowledge process outsourcing) at entry level positions. If you are good at figures, then you can join accounts assistant or auditing department of various firms.

Therefore, it would not be wrong to say that B.com(H) definitely provides an edge over other commerce courses and prepares you for many job profiles simultaneously but what differentiates one student from the other is the application of that knowledge.


Mehek Sachdeva
Correspondent – UE


 
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Commerce Department Freshers’ at Hansraj college was all about “Fun
Unlimited!!”

The first year students were all geared up for the freshers’, dressed up as per the theme WALK OF FAME’.

The function began by lighting the lamp of learning by our Principal, Dr. V. K. Kawatra, our H.O.D, Mr. N.K. Jain, our Convenor, Ms. Sneha Suri, other teachers and our Vice President Eeti Agarwal, followed by an inspiring speech by
the Principal who emphasized on travelling that extra mile to turn our dreams into reality.

The show continued with some enthralling performances by Tina-a II year student who awed the audience with her bharatnatyam moves, a band performance by Tenzing Lagyal and his group, Ishmeet who sang “ruk ja o dil deewane” from DDLJ,a dance performance by a group of girls, a musical performance by WGC (When Genres collide) welcoming their juniors in a new era: The beginning of their college life.

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The main highlight was the Mr. and Miss Fresher Contest where students were seen flaunting their charisma and showcasing their talent. It consisted of two rounds. The first round was a brief introduction by the students in which they introduced themselves and the personality they were impersonating. On the basis of that, the panel of judges short-listed 10 boys and 10 girls for the final round in which the finalists were paired as couples and had to dance on a random song played.



The function ended on a high note with Abhinav Khanna being crowned as Mr.fresher, Anchal Arora as Ms. Fresher,  Gaurav Agrawal as Mr. best dressed and Shaurya Gahlawat as Ms. Best dressed.


Mehek Sachdeva
Correspondent – UE


 
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The month of July- August fills the DU campuses with a vibrant energy. One witnesses youngsters fresh out of school, hanging out in groups of all sizes near the canteen or the popular college spots a.k.a  “addas” . Those smiling faces, not only fills the air with laughter and a jubilant spirit but also they become favourite  timepass for the so called seniors. Honestly speaking, when I first stepped into college, almost a kid out of school, I had no clue what to do or how to be as a college going student. I rather felt confident imitating people around me, the way they spoke, their tits-bits  and dressing style. I was simply blown away by the chilling & “I Damn Care” attitude of the seniors  and since was a victim of this flaunting business, I wanted to carry on same with my juniors as well. But then of course my senses prevailed and I realised these kids, like me will sooner or later know what they want, and how they want others to perceive them as an individual.

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Now talking about the variety of freshers I see in my college daily [Basically I'm almost always an idle being 'typically Vella student' (a popular term used by the dilli valas in every nook and corner of this vibrant city)]. I rather much love to observe people around me. I see freshers adorn in various kind of clothes, instantly tagged as wannabes or jhallas or nerds or perfect by vella’s like me. I know its mean,but a very fun game nonetheless! I see juniors around with beautiful silky hair wearing pretty dresses with matching footwear n handbags, to freshers wearing kurtis giving them a very ethenic yet amazingly
cool & trendy look. Occasionally even I love dressing in kurtis with matching  jhumkas  and  a comfortable pair of mojris. Trust me girls- Guys fall more for a soni Indian kudi rather than a face plastered with heavy make up wearing stilletoes! Another set of crowd is the carry-comfort crowd where the girls adhere to comfy loose tee’s with torn denims,this dressing style perfectly suit lazy people like me who love their sleep more than anything else and don’t have time to dress up like partying all day!

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Enough talking about the girls. Lets peep in the trend setters among the male population. Some love to wear loose kurtas with denims and look ubercool and some stylish branded tees/shirts with their expensive stylish shades on. And believe me guys whatever you choose, don’t get too funky thats rather a big turn-off for sensible lot of girls!

In tit-bit of trend-setters there also are some ultra stylish guys & girls who suck big time in the fashion department, seriously when I come across these look-at-me freaks I feel like branding them to the fashion police and preaching them some life saving tips!

Apart from the dressing skills, freshers stand apart with their ability to talk freely and fluently to anyone  and  everyone, their sporting spirit , their humour and their overflowing confidence. These qualities might found in a few but that does not mean rest of them don’t get a chance to be known. My college propogates many societies ranging from dance to music to debating to fashion and what not! Thus any enthusiastic souls who are good with extra curriculars get an equal and fair chance to come up and showcase their talent, this brings in a healthy yet competitive spirit among everyone.

Every college has a mixed population. Be it the geeks, the bullies, the pretty people or the smart intellectual ones, coming from different backgrounds.It all does not stop them from mingling together and having hearty fun. The best part for me when the freshers arrive, is observing how different people come together as one big lively community!


Akankhya Nanda
Guest Writer
Delhi College of Arts and Commerce





 
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While in school, We had never imagined ourselves being an all girlscollege in a million years, but here we are today writing about one-(Jesus n MaryCollege)- My
College.

We vividly remember our first day in JMC when we met our batch mates for the first time. We entered this college with a perception, like most have, that an
all girls college is going to be all about bitching, gossiping, dressing up, etc.but after SUCCESSFULLY completing 1 year in this college we can say that we
have been proved wrong. Apart from all this JMC, no doubt is about a lot more.

Located in the embassy area this college has a lot to boast about whether it be the large fields, open areas or the airy basement, extra-curriculars & the active participation & involvement of students in studies as well. The 5th Best Arts College in the Delhi University-JMC has shown remarkable results throughout its existence.

Not to forget the fact that a lot of emphasis is laid on regular classes, attendance,seminars.Throughout the 1st year, we have regularly & patiently attended all our classes, seminars, assemblies (not just for attendance but also because we really wanted to).

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As a part of an on going tradition in college ,we all are required to enroll
ourselves in one of the six compulsory societies- NSO,NSS OR WSDC to name a few. Apart from that we take pride in being an active part of several other voluntary socities in the college-Mudra:The Western Dance Society, Kahkasha:The Hindi Dramatics Society,Nrityanjali:Indian Dance Society,SIFE, etc.


Since classes are held regulary we don’t really find time to go out unless we bunk college but whenever we get time off from the monotonous and tight schedule, we all hit the favourite hotspots in and around college. Be it the airy basement (duringsummers), the amphi theatre or field(to enjoy the winter
sun) or we just go off to Satya Niketan for a quick bite. Apart from being the hub of getting  “THE NOTES” ,Satya Niketan is quiet famous amongst all South Campus goers for its eateries, whether it be the – Maggie station, rolls from Nazims &Chowrungee Lane, or mouth watering Tandoori Momos from QD’S.

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Also, Once in a blue moon doesit happen that we come to college, sacrificing our sleep for the 8:30 class & we get a PLEASANT SHOCK that our first few lectures have been cancelled. In that case we end up in C.P. as that is the only place we have come across where eating outlets are open at 8:30 in the morning. And even if all this does not appeal us, we turn to our canteen (not to forget
the pink coloured walls-seeing which makes the feeling of being in an all girls college stronger). The delicacies of our canteen are – chilly potato , the all famous KEEMA SAMOSAS, chole bhature, fried rice & Once in this college, You should never forget the ‘sweet guy’ who sells delicious sevpuri/bhelpuri for 30 bucks. Also, ourcollege has recently introduced THE COCA COLA-HAPPINESS STATION, where you get all sorts of shakes , pastries, creamrolls, etc.

Right infront of our college we have the Kareena Market (Interesting, but no one knows why its called by that name ). We end up there to get the mobile recharge done & it is the placewe turn to when we want to escape the huge rush outside the photocopy shop of our college to get the notes photo copied. Other than the great location,the college has excellent infrastructure. JMC has an old library with a huge collection of books divided on three floors. A unique feature,which no other college under Delhi University provides, is an in house gymnasium.The gymnasium is open to membership for only students and staff of JMC. The college, wihch is also known for its psychology course, has a well-equipped lab.

Coming to college everyday to attend classes gets pretty monotonous and we end up cursing long strenuous days in college with extreme temperatures but when you have great friends to hangout with, sitting for classes from 8:30 in the morning till 4 in the evening gets easier. Not to forget that we get the benefit which most other college students don’t ,and that is to enjoy the WEEKEND !!

1 Year in this college and we can already feel our lives changing. JMC is nodoubt, is playing a very important role in molding our clay lives into perfectones and is preparing us to face the real world. We have had some of the best moments of our lives in this college and also some really frustrating ones. 

As Gretchen Rubin has stated- “The days are long but the years are short” . There couldn’t be anything more apt to discuss our college experience.

Most importantly, This College has given us a chance to meet ‘wonderful people’who we know will be our life long friends and we’re sure that Once out of this college, thinking about all this will surely bring a smile to our faces.


Hira Shamim & Rhea Luthra
Correspondents – UE


 
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The day an 18 year old steps out of his world of controlled freedom, he feels he has had a hard time doing as directed by his parents, seniors and guardians. But he does not realize the importance of their judgmental abilities until he himself steps into their shoes and stands amidst the array of decisions to be taken. After the sudden realization you might have experienced after reading the previous statement, lighten up. This is just to make you feel that you are grown up and can take your own decisions.

Before every other twist and turn that is added to your life after you leave school and enter college there is one very important issue to be addressed. WHAT IN COLLEGE? (By what I mean what course and not the other possible thoughts that you might have had:P)


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Apart from the very sought after and well known courses like B.Com(Hons), B.com (prog), B.A  Hons(Economics), B.Sc hons (Maths) and a lot of others , there is one course that definitely deserves a lot  more limelight than it actually gets-Bachelor of Business Studies(BBS). Formally it is
the only undergraduate management course offered by the Delhi University in which you can secure admission by way of 3 levels of rigorous testing-
joint entrance test, group discussion and personal  interview. And informally bole toh if you have that crazy instinct in you of being an all-time multitasking business fellow, BBS is probably the best course to land up into.

What? When? Where? Why? How? Etc….etc.….. I know these are the first things to pop up into your mind.Wait. A story that unfolds in parts is more interesting and transfixing.:)

First of all What?-Bachelor of Business Studies is a three year full time professional degree Undergraduate program, that is approved by the University Grants Commission and Delhi University (DU). So don’t worry
you’ll be under the DU umbrella.

Where?–The course is offered at 3 colleges in the Delhi University-Shaheed Sukhdev College of Business Studies (SSCBS/CBS), Deen Dayal Upadhyay College (DDU) and Keshav Mahavidyalya(KMV). Since CBS
was the first institution to initiate this sort of a curriculum, it is the FATHER OF BBS and is best known in the University for imparting management education.

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How? After having done through the stressful boards, don’t get happy that sooner. Studies haven’t still left your side. One might call this as
a part of studies but I call it aptitude that you don’t mug, you learn it. 12 th class students can apply online  for the JOINT ENTRANCE TEST and can seek admission to 3 courses altogether –BBS(offered at the above 3 colleges), BFIA (bachelor of finance and investment analysis offered only at SSCBS) and BBE (bachelor of business economics offered at several colleges in DU).

Entrance test even after 12th boards?Really ?

Fortunately as well as unfortunately yes. Unfortunately because I know it comes as a shock to those who felt books are a thing of past now. And fortunately yes because it is only this extra aptitude that gives you an extra edge over the remaining undergraduate students in DU.

After clearing the entrance, the shortlisted candidates are called for Group Discussion and Personal Interview. Finally a rank is calculated on the following basis:-

50 % weightage is given to the joint entrance test score

30% weightage is given to the 12 the class board results.


10 % weightage is given to group discussion and personal interview each.

On the basis of this score final admissions take place. The entrance takes place in the first week of June and results are also declared quite soon. Out of about 15-20000 applicants each year, only around 300 students are selected. So the pick up ratio is completely stringent and qualitative.

Why?


For me the reason was to explore a new way-different from what others were doing. Each one might have his/her own reason. So peep into yourself and find the reason. The college and course have lots in store for you. So prepare yourself and then you will be warmly welcomed.

Future prospects?

BBS at CBS is renowned in the entire DU for excellent placement records. 5 years down the line you might find yourself seated in a comfortable armchair as the CEO or some senior executive at some corporate biggie likeBain Capability Centre, CBRE, AT Kearney, McKinsey KC, Inductis, and FuturesFirst etc.

Take a smart and informed decision. Good luck.:)


Rashi Arora
Correspondent – UE


 
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In a faraway spot in Delhi, situated in the calm sub-city Dwarka is the lush green campus of Netaji Subhas Institute Of Technology – better known as the only engineering college of the University Of Delhi. Over the years, NSIT has formed an excellent reputation as one of the best engineering college in the country and to get through into the college is itself an herculean task. The college attracts the top-rankers in the prestigious All India Engineering Entrance Exam
(AIEEE) but unlike other engineering colleges in the country, it ensures that the engineers are brewed to perfection in all fields.

Life at NSIT revolves around many elements – thick textbooks which one seldom pays heed to, the medley of opportunities that the college offers, the delicious chilly potatoes during the break time, the butter coated aloo paranthas during the evening, occasional mass bunks which call for a party if successfully executed and what not! The college is always abuzz with activities. In one corner (Yes, the 145 acre campus has many ‘corners’ which need unique descriptions) of the college, the student led teams like Bullet Hawk Racing and
NSIT Motorsports can be seen working days and nights on making Formulae style race cars and All Terrain Vehicles. Every week, some or the other eminent personalities of the nation visit the college to embrace the students with their words of wisdom.  From the past two years, the college has been sending delegations to Harvard National Model United Nations. Then, the NSIT Quiz Club holds the reputation of being one of the best in the country. The college has its own newspaper under Crosslinks. The college has its own social networking website. There is a door for every interest that one might want to seek.

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Being cut off from the rest of the University Campus might seem to be a slight disadvantage when it comes to the fun-factor that the college might miss on, but then, appearances are deceptive. To spot a student of NSIT at Rajouri/Subhashnagar malls is a common sight. The laser tag arena at Janakpuri and the ice skating at Ambience mall, Gurgaon are some other attraction. Inside Dwarka, students generally hangout at Pizza Hut, Dominoes, Berco’s, KFC etc. which are hardly some meters away from the campus. Moreover, the college canteens and cafeteria  delivers mouth watering delicacies. All in all, NSIT campus is self-sufficient.

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Probably the best feeling that a NSITian takes with himself is the feeling of pride.  NSIT has been continuously featuring in the list of top engineering colleges of the country. Over  125 companies visit the campus which include Facebook, Google, Amazon, Tata Motors, Yahoo, Texas Instruments etc. The college also boasts of an excellent Alumni network with people getting selected in reputed IIMs, London Business School, Harvard Business School, Caltech, MIT etc. The Director of the college – Professor Raj Senani was chosen as the Second Laureate of the 25th Khwarizmi International Award recently. Indeed, the college has more to it than one could possibly jot down in an article. Life here is a blend of awesome DU – Life and a busy to-be-engineer life. One gets to live the best of both worlds.


Videt Jaiswal
Correspondent – UE


 
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Named in the fond memory of a freedom fighter with indomitable courage, CBS is known to incubate real life heroes. Short for Shaheed Sukhdev College of Business Studies, the institution has just crossed the silver mark, i.e., it has completed 25 years of imparting quality education in management and information technology at the undergraduate level this year.

Located in the land across the Yamuna, Vivek Vihar is one place which is that part of Delhi that is still undergoing transformation to become completely urban. This is at least what we as students feel.  But home still remains home.
Situated out of the campus, the college doesn’t fall into the jazzy circle of colleges in the university area but has managed to create its ownsole kingdom which all other colleges severely fear.

In an underdeveloped area like this, only fast food joints come to rescue.The Cross River mall and the V3S mall stay abuzz of Cbsites all the year round, especially in the season of famous movie releases. Our very own Chinese hub, Mathela has always been the most hopped on food joint to delight our taste buds. With a cool name and even cooler food joint options like CCD, Pizza hut, McDonald’s and lots more, there is yet another mall called the Agarwal Fun city Mall (Sorry I am not aware who named it: P).For those who have their pockets loose and even for those who have them deep, it’s the desi taste that still rules. Gharki bani masaledaar maggi, aloo de paranthe and chilled coffee from a shop owned by a couple complete the homely experience at Shahdra.  Not to forget, CBS has its personalized CCD- CHADHA CATERING DHABA, our college canteen. And what ‘s more – we have a latest entrant (still under construction)- TAJ, SHAHDRA to add to the charm of east Delhi and it is something to be really proud of ( after all we’ll be neighbors).

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More than stuffing their bellies, cbsites believe in not only bringing change but also being a part of it. The college annually conducts a corporate get together event CONVERGENCE to amalgamate classroom teaching with corporate experience by exposing the students to new ideas, concepts and trends governing the modern day business world. Also CBS doesn’t stay behind in organizing the
annual fest, CRESCENDO, a cultural extravaganza. This year CRESCENDO shone with foot tapping and head banging musical performance by international Dance-pop sensation Akcent, a dazzling fashion night lit up by fireworks and lastly a captivating performance by Farhan Saeed Butt of JAL fame; the college truly outdid the others by calling upon a global music icon such as Akcent for its
star night.

The College is known for its excellent placement records. Because of the wholesome learning that CBS provides, renowned biggies like Bain Capability Centre, CBRE, AT Kearney, McKinsey KC, Inductis, FuturesFirst, Ernst and Young and many more find excellent prospective employees in Cbsites with the help of the Career Development Centre of SSCBS.

The CBS culture is a mix of all colors. The societies are what dominate the functioning of CBS. One could begin from the flamboyant spree of the street play society, VERVE or could end up on exactly the other extreme SYNERGY, the mecca of nurturing and realizing corporate aspirations. To bring out the Micheal Jackson in the students there’s BLITZ, the dancing society, to help students mould their views into words there are CBSMUN and Renaissance, the debating society. There is Dhwani, the music society that always bangs on to the right music chord. Backed by a conviction to be the change, S.I.F.E SSCBS aims at
continuously working to create a better, more sustainable world through the positive power of business. There are other societies like Communique, the promotion cell, Dramatics society, Finx, the financial cell, Grandeur, the knowledge cell , Mark-it, the marketing society, Illuminati, the quizzing society, Kriti, the art society, Kartavya, the social service forum, Management Interaction cell, Parishram, the sports society, Ecovision, the  economics society, Continuum, the technological society and Trojan, the IT society that
complete the colours in the rainbow.

Being in CBS is a dream come true. Though cbsites have not been fortunate enough to be well supported infrastructurally but there is something that I have learnt over time and that too forever- Outer beauty only attracts, inner beauty captivates.


Important Link : – http://sscbsdu.ac.in/files/CBS%2025%20Years.pdf


Rashi Arora
Correspondent – UE