The Learning and Information Resource Centre (Central Library), St. Francis Institute of Technology (Engineering College), in collaboration with AO Enterprises and Pauline Books and Media Centre organized the Physical Book Exhibitions to provide an open platform to institute fraternity to visit, choice, review, recommend and procure the books displayed by the vendors.
Poster of the Book Exhibition 2023
The Exhibition was inaugurated by Mr. Augustine Kurias, Former Principal, Staff Training College RBI and Member of our Executive Committee. The event was graced by Dr. Bro. Joseph Karimalayil (Superior General and Chairman), Bro. Alphonse Nesamony (Asst. Superior General and Campus Administrator) Bro. Shantilal Kujur (Director), Dr. Sincy George (Principal), Bro. Vijaykumar Pereira (SFIT, Member) and Mr. Albert D’Souza (Chairman, Aldel Education Trust, Entrepreneur & Industrialist – Member).
During the exhibition, the vendors set up stalls with their latest editions of published books including textbooks, reference books, self help and books for children and teens from the leading publishers like Apress, Elsevier, CRC Press, Wiley, Pearson, Packt, etc. to attract visitors. The faculty members and students of SFIT can reviewed many books and recommended them for purchase for strengthening the physical book collection of Central Library and for project purposes for T.E. and B.E. students. The main aim of book exhibitions is not only getting recommendations, but it can also play an important role in developing the reading habit among professionals and bringing the institute community together.
Photos of the Book Exhibition 2023