St. Francis Institute of Technology Designated as a Potential Nodal Centre for Universal Human Values

St. Francis Institute of Technology, Mumbai, marks a significant milestone with its designation as a Potential Nodal Centre for Universal Human Values (UHV) by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE), New Delhi. This distinction was announced during the Vice Chancellor’s Conclave–2026, held on 28th March.

This development reflects the institute’s sustained commitment to value-based education, where technical learning is complemented by a strong emphasis on ethics, responsibility, and balanced living. By integrating Universal Human Values into its academic framework, SFIT continues to nurture individuals who are not only skilled engineers but also conscientious members of society.

The honour was presented by Dr. Anil Sahasrabudhe, Hon’ble Chairman, NETF, in the presence of distinguished dignitaries including Prof. Yogesh Singh, Chairman, AICTE, Prof. Shyama Rath, Member Secretary, AICTE, and Prof. Rajneesh Arora, Chairman of AICTE’s National Coordination Committee for Induction Program.

Representing the institute at this prestigious occasion were Mr. Paul Fernandes of NSS SFIT and Mr. Yunus Dalal from the Department of Mechanical Engineering, who received the recognition on behalf of SFIT.

This milestone further reinforces the institute’s role in promoting holistic development in higher education, aligned with the vision of NEP 2020, and its ongoing efforts to shape responsible and value-driven professionals.

📚✨ Tales and Thoughts: A Space for Expression, Inspiration, and Storytelling

Are you someone who:

• 📖 Gets lost in the pages of a book?

• 🎧 Loves diving into podcasts?

• 📺 Binge-watches documentaries or thoughtful YouTube essays?

• 💭 Reflects deeply on the media you consume?

If so, Tales and Thoughts is the space made just for you.

🗓️ Event Details

Date: 17 July 2025
Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Library, St. Francis Institute of Technology
Open to: All SFIT Students

🌟 What is Tales and Thoughts?

Tales and Thoughts is a student-led initiative that creates a safe, open, and inclusive space where SFIT students can freely share their thoughts on everything they read, watch, or listen to. Whether it’s a novel that moved you, a podcast that made you think, or a YouTube video that sparked a new idea—this is your platform to express, explore, and connect.

💬 What to Expect

🔹 Engaging conversations on:

• Books | Magazines | E-books

• Audiobooks | Podcasts | Documentaries

• YouTube Videos & More

🎤 Open mic sessions to share your stories, reviews, or reflections
🧩 Fun surprise activities in every session
👥 Peer-led atmosphere with no genre restrictions, no rules—just honest expression
🤝 A chance to meet like-minded readers, listeners, and thinkers

📝 Why You Should Join

This isn’t a lecture. It’s not a competition. It’s your space—to be heard, to listen, and to reflect. You’ll walk away with:

• New perspectives

• Inspiring recommendations

• A deeper connection with the SFIT community

• And maybe even a few new friends!

📲 How to Join

Simply fill out your details and register. Once done, join the exclusive WhatsApp group to stay updated and connected!
👉 Click here to register

Let’s come together to read, watch, share, and discuss.
Let’s celebrate stories and spark meaningful conversations.

Follow us, Join in, and Be Heard.
Tales and Thoughts — Because ideas deserve to be shared.

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Webinar on Read Effectively by Ms. Deepa Panakkal on 15th May 2021

To realize the dream of transforming the education system and making it truly relevant for the challenges of 21st century, National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 was approved by the Govt. of India on 29th July 2020. Implementation of the NEP can begin with effective reading. A webinar to this effect was organized by the Library and NDLI Club of St. Francis Institute of Technology on 15th May 2021.

Number of Registrations: 100

Resource Person: Ms. Deepa Panakkal, Asst. Professor, Department of Basic Sciences and Humanities (FE), SFIT

Platform: Google Meet

The event began by imploring God Almighty's blessings followed by introduction and welcome by Mst. Shrirang Joshi (SE ExTC) and Ms. Madhura Angchekar (TE CMPN) respectively.

Ms. Deepa with her usual contagious gust of enthusiasm took over the session with great clarity and engaging experience about the importance of reading, its role in overall development of a human being. 

She highlighted on Reading as a Skill while citing LSRW (Listening Speaking Reading Writing).She strongly focused on the varied reading strategies. Eye fixation and Speed of reading are the major challenges while reading for a longer period of time and one needs to develop such habits over a period of time.

Ms. Deepa kept the online participants on their digital toes by engaging them in many short quizzes and self evaluation tests based on reading.Speed Reading was one such activity which was praised by all.

The webinar ended with a question and answer session moderated by Mst. Bhuvnesh Nemade (TE ELEC) and a Vote of Thanks by Mr. Paul Fernandes (Head - NSS Cell, SFIT).

Feedback of the Session

Youtube Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kTjiBdZCdyY