The Faculty of Education is extremely pleased to share the report of the first day of Faculty Development Programme on ‘Wellness Practices’ in association with Academic Staff College held on 27 10 2021 at 11:00 a.m. The session was hosted by Dr.P.Senthamizh Pavai. It was commenced with the blessings of almighty. The virtual audience was given a convivial welcome by Ms.L.Maria Suganthi, coordinator of the FDP and the glimpse about the University was delivered by Ms. Vinoliya, Research Scholar. The gathering was inspired and motivated by the inaugural address of Dr.S. Geethalakshmi, Vice Chancellor who is always a person to ignite the minds towards learning. To lay a strong foundation and to fill the gaps in learning these FDP programs are initiated was stated in the felicitation address delivered by Dr Malini Pande, Director, Academic Staff College, Dr MGR ERI. The resource person was introduced by Dr. V.Anuradha,Asst.Prof.. “Education is not preparation for Life. Education is life itself” with this intention the FDP was scheduled on ‘Wellness Practices’. The resource person Dr.S.Sarada, Asst. Prof. Dept. of Biochemistry, Soka Ikeda College of Arts and Science for Women, Chennai, an expert in Biomedical Research on the topic ‘Therapeutic and Pharmacological Efficacy of Indian Medicinal Plants’ was useful and informative on Ayurveda, Sidha and Homeopathy. Ayurveda treatment starts with an internal purification process, followed by a special diet, herbal remedies, massage therapy, yoga, and meditation. Siddha system of medicine is one of the oldest system which focuses on prevention of diseases and Homeopathy that allows a body to heal itself and triggers the body for natural response. The session had an insight on few medicinal plants that are easily available and can be used as a natural remedy to cure the diseases without any side effects. It was a need of the hour in this pandemic lifestyle. A good number of participants credited the event with 100 numbers through zoom and 244 views through you tube.The session finally came to an end with the vote of thanks proposed by Ms.Bareena, Research Scholar.
It’s indeed with immense privilege we extend our gratitude to our honourable President for his continuous support and motivation throughout our endeavour. We are also greatful to all the executives who encourage and motivate us.