Report of Book Exhibition organized on 20 to 21 January 2025

The Book Exhibition 2025, held on the 20th and 21st of January, brought together a rich collection of more than 1500 books from renowned publishers and authors. The event was an opportunity for students, staff, and faculty members of St. Francis Institute of Technology to engage with the latest publications across various genres, review new titles, and recommend books to enrich the library’s collection.

The exhibition provided an open platform for the entire institute fraternity, offering a diverse selection of fiction, non-fiction, self-help books, academic texts, and newer editions of popular titles. The event was aimed at enhancing the library’s resources while fostering a culture of reading, learning, and knowledge-sharing within the academic community.

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Inauguration of the Book Exhibition by Rev. Bro. Shantilal Kujur, Director, SFIT

    Bro. Joy Kurien, Deputy Director, SFIT                    Dr. Sincy George, Principal - SFIT

 

  Ms. Rupali Sawant, Asst. Librarian - SFIT       Asst. Prof. Praveen Kurien, Department of Basic 

        welcoming the Book Exhibitors                              Sciences and Humanities

 

 

Department of Mechanical Engineering - Faculty and Students

 
       Bro. C.P. Joseph, Director, SFITI                        Dr. Hariprasad C., Dean Academics, SFIT

 and Sister Bhavya, Asst. Librarian, SFIT                

Students and Faculty of St. Francis Institute of Hotel Management

Exhibitors

• Vakratund Book House, Navi Mumbai
• Lead India Book Solutions
• Sita Books

Books Displayed

Over 1500 books were displayed, spanning several categories, including:

• Fiction and Non-Fiction
• Self-help
• Academic Texts (Engineering, Science, Literature, Management, etc.)
• Latest Editions and Textbooks
• Bestsellers
• Professional and Reference Books

The books were provided by reputed vendors and publishers including:

• Narosa Publishing House
• S. Chand
• Pearson
• PHI
• McGraw Hill

These publishers showcased the latest books and editions across various subjects and genres, offering visitors a wide array of options to explore and choose from.

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Objectives and Achievements

1. Strengthening Library Collection:
   The exhibition allowed the library to enhance its collection with the latest books across diverse genres and subjects. Staff and faculty were able to evaluate and recommend books for future acquisition.
2. Awareness of New Books:
   Visitors were exposed to new releases and the latest editions, increasing awareness of current literature and academic materials. The exhibition served as a comprehensive platform for staying updated with contemporary books.
3. Engagement and Participation:
   More than 200 visitors, including staff and students, participated in the exhibition. The open platform encouraged attendees to explore different genres and titles, engage with the vendors, and interact with each other about their reading preferences and recommendations.
4. Open Platform for the Institute Community:
   The exhibition fostered a collaborative space where faculty, students, and staff could suggest, review, and even recommend books for procurement, thus enabling a participatory approach to library resource development.

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Visitor Experience

The event saw enthusiastic participation from both students and staff. Visitors had the opportunity to browse the collection, interact with the representatives from publishing houses, and gain insights into the latest trends in literature and academics. Many attendees took advantage of the chance to review books and make suggestions for future library acquisitions.

Several visitors also participated in informal discussions, sharing their opinions on the books displayed and recommending popular titles for inclusion in the library collection. The wide range of books available attracted both academic professionals seeking textbooks and students interested in personal development or leisure reading.

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Stall Highlights and Best Stall Award

Among the three vendors, the book stall by Lead India Book Solutions received the Best Stall Award. The stall stood out due to its excellent presentation, informative staff, and a broad selection of high-demand textbooks and self-help books. Their interactive sessions and detailed explanations about the books also contributed to their recognition.

Conclusion

The Book Exhibition 2025 was a significant event for the St. Francis Institute of Technology library, successfully meeting its objectives of enhancing the library collection, promoting awareness of new publications, and providing a platform for collaborative book selection. With a high level of engagement from both students and faculty, the exhibition has further solidified the library's role as a central resource for academic and personal development within the institution.

This event marks the beginning of an ongoing effort to continuously improve the library’s offerings and to encourage a reading culture that extends beyond the classroom.

Book Exhibition 2023 - Report

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