LIRC@SFIT

  An experiential approach to understanding Universal Human Values through everyday interactions Universal Human Values (UHV) is most meaningful when it moves beyond the boundaries of a classroom and becomes connected with everyday life. Demonstrating this philosophy, an innovative and experiential UHV session was conducted for the students of SE EXTC A and SE EXTC B by Dr. Vaqar Ansari . Rather than following a conventional lecture-based approach, Dr. Ansari chose an environment familiar to every student—the library —and transformed it into a space for dialogue, reflection and value-based learning. From Classroom Lecture to Real-Life Conversation The session took an unconventional approach. Instead of simply explaining values through theoretical concepts, Dr. Ansari encouraged students to understand them through their interaction with the people and systems around them. A significant part of the session involved conversations and interviews with the library staff members . The in...

Our Learning and Information Resource Centre had an excellent opportunity to share the knowledge of our Koha ILMS with the library staff of Somaiya Vidyavihar University. A one-day hands-on training programme on KOHA Library Management System modules and data cleaning on 30th October 2025  as part of its continuous efforts to strengthen library automation and professional development. The training was conducted by Ms.Chinmayee Bhange, Librarian, Sister Bhavya and Ms. Rupali Sawant, both Asst. Librarians  who shared practical insights and guided the participants through real-time demonstrations of the Koha ILMS. The training was attended by Ms. Gauri Gothivrekar and Ms. Jyoti Tikam , library professionals of Somaiya Vidyavihar University. The hands-on nature of the training enabled the participants to actively engage with the system and gain practical experience. Focus Areas of the Training The training covered a detailed overview and practical usage of major KOHA modules...