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Resume and SOP Writing Workshop-A Report
The Career Cell conducted a Resume and SOP writing workshop on the 19th of February,
2020. The workshop was conducted with the aim of giving students some insight regarding their
internship and job applications and also writing Statement of Purpose (SOP) when applying for
Higher Studies.
The workshop was conducted by Dr. Pooja Sancheti, who attained her PhD in English Literature
from the English and Foreign Languages University.
The workshop started around 10:00 am. It began with introductory remarks about what CV writing
actually entailed. Further, students were asked as to what they deemed as necessary details for a
good CV. It was highlighted how structure is crucial to a good Curriculum Vitae. If information is
structured well, it is easier to gauge the potential of the candidate concerned.
Common errors were discussed, as to how students either put in too much information or too little
of it. Dr. Pooja asserted that putting miscellaneous details in a CV usually defeated the purpose of
CVs to begin with. The workshop went on to examine the difference between traditional CVs and
Digital ones and how design is crucial to making it look appealing. It allows one to highlight
important information, and in more ways than one, it projects the aptitude of the candidate.
Post break, the focus of the workshop shifted to SOP Writing. Dr. Pooja began the discussion by
asking students not only how they define SOPs but also as to why it's necessary.
Structure is crucial to SOPs as well. This was followed by a discussion of sample SOPs,that laid
emphasis on common errors to avoid and what the strengths of good SOPs are. The students were
shown these samples and were also asked to identify errors, if they could find any.
Purpose being the operant, it is crucial to use professional and appropriate language that helps the
recruiters/employers gauge the crux of the matter, that the SOP or any other communication,
intends to highlight.
Dr. Pooja Sancheti guiding students through a Resume and SOP writing workshop
Dr. Pooja Sancheti guiding students through a Resume and SOP writing workshop
Report of Research Workshops
Please find below the details of the two workshops conducted to enhance the awareness of
Trends in technology
Workshop 1:
Topic: Reference Management Software - Mendeley
About: Mendeley, a research management software, was demonstrated; the use of the
MS Word plugin for citations and references was also taught.
Time: 3 hours
Participants: 12
Date: Mon, July 15, 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Expert: Hansika Kapoor, Monk Prayogshala, Mumbai
Activity: Hands-on instruction for Mendeley
Laptop: Yes
Pre-installed software: Yes (https://www.mendeley.com/download-desktop/)
Workshop 2:
Topic: Statistical Analysis using Software
About: The following data analysis software was demonstrated: MS Excel, JASP, R
Time: 3 hours
Participants: 8
Date: Tue, July 16, 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Expert: Anirudh Tagat, Monk Prayogshala, Mumbai
Activity: Hands-on learning of statistical software; navigating the GUI
Prerequisite: Readings to be completed before the workshop will be sent to participants
Laptop: Yes
Pre-installed software: Yes 1. JASP 2. R and R Studio 3. MS Excel
Hansika Kapoor conducting a workshop on Mendeley for students
Anirudh Tagat conducting a workshop on Statistical Analysis using Software for students
Training session: 3D printing
SSLA purchased a 3D printer in 2018 along with other equipment relevant to Makerspaces and Maker Culture. In order to
develop a vibrant Makerspace at SSLA, open for use to the whole community, on Wednesday, 9th October, Mr. Atul
Yadav (Heramb MakerLab, Pune) held an introductory training session for 20 students. The session was organised by
faculty member, Dr. Sumithra Surendralal. The following students participated
Mr. Atul Yadav conducting a workshop on 3D printing for students
Students experimenting during a 3D printing workshop
Students experimenting during a 3D printing workshop
Two online sessions on Yoga and Mindfulness were organised by Symbiosis School of Liberal Arts, on 29 March, 2020. The
lockdown as a result of the Covid-19 crisis is a stressful time. Many students were feeling the stress of physical restrictions as
well as the mental impact of the isolation. Abhaya Balaji, who is one of the visiting faculty members at SSLA, kindly offered to
conduct online introductory sessions on Yoga and Mindfulness to share some coping mechanisms for these difficult times. Two
45-minute sessions were conducted at 11:00 am and 05:00 pm on Sunday (March 29).
Abhaya Balaji conducting online introductory sessions for students on Yoga and Mindfulness
Abhaya Balaji conducting online introductory sessions for students on Yoga and Mindfulness