St. Joseph University, Chümoukedima, celebrated National Science Day with a focus on women in science.
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DIMAPUR — The Science Club of St. Joseph University (SJU), Chümoukedima, in collaboration with IIC, celebrated National Science Day on March 11 at the university’s auditorium.
In a press release, the university stated that the celebration was organised on the theme “Women in Science: Catalysing Viksit Bharat.”
The event aimed to highlight the important role of women in science and their contributions to the progress and development of the nation.
The first session focused on the theme of women’s participation in science. Dr. Prem Prakash Mishra, associate professor in the Department of Mathematics at the National Institute of Technology (NIT), Nagaland, delivered the keynote address on “Women in Science: Catalysing Viksit Bharat.”
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In his address, he encouraged women to recognise their abilities and potential and emphasised that empowering women through education is essential for both scientific advancement and social progress.
He also spoke about challenges that women still face in society, including child marriage, gender discrimination, and domestic violence.
At the same time, he highlighted government initiatives such as Beti Bachao Beti Padhao and the National Education Policy 2020, which aim to promote women’s education and empowerment.
He concluded by stressing that greater participation of women in science is crucial for achieving the vision of Viksit Bharat 2047.
During the session, she introduced participants to the growing role of artificial intelligence in modern education and demonstrated how various AI tools can support learning, teaching, and research.
She guided students on how to use tools such as ChatGPT, Gemini, and Wolfram Alpha for academic purposes. She also introduced helpful writing and research tools including Grammarly, QuillBot, Elicit, ChatPDF, and Perplexity AI.
In addition, Neelima demonstrated presentation tools such as Canva and Gamma, which help create visually appealing presentations. The workshop was interactive and provided students with practical exposure to AI technologies that can enhance learning and academic productivity.
Apart from these sessions, the Science Club organised competitions including a debate and quiz, where students actively participated and showcased their knowledge and enthusiasm.
The celebration concluded with a prize distribution ceremony, followed by a vote of thanks delivered by Junglio N, assistant professor, Department of Physics.
“The event ended on a positive note, leaving participants inspired and motivated to continue exploring science and innovation,” the release added.