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St. Xavier’s College Hosts Six-Day Faculty Development Programme on OER and AI in Teaching and Research


St. Xavier’s College, Mapusa successfully conducted a six-day Faculty Development Programme on “Open Educational Resources and Artificial Intelligence in Teaching and Research” from October 18–24, 2025, equipping educators with modern tools to enhance teaching, research, and student engagement.

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St. Xavier’s College Chemistry Students Visit NCPOR for Hands-on Scientific Learning


The Department of Chemistry at St. Xavier’s College, Mapusa, organized an educational visit to the National Centre for Polar and Ocean Research (NCPOR), Vasco-da-Gama, Goa, giving TYBSc students hands-on exposure to India’s leading polar and ocean research facilities and direct interaction with scientists.

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Gold Medal Glory for Goa: Two Goan Postgraduates Shine at National Convocation


A proud moment for Goa! 🌿 Two Goan students, Utkarsh Radhika Krishnanath Sawant Dessai from Curchorem and Reema Riya Ravindra Naik from Mandrem, have brought national pride by winning Gold Medals at the 14th Convocation of SHUATS, Prayagraj, held on October 17, 2025.

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Prof. (Dr.) Karuna Gokarn Appointed as First Woman Principal of St. Xavier’s College, Mumbai


Prof. (Dr.) Karuna Gokarn, senior faculty of the Department of Microbiology, has been appointed as the Principal of St. Xavier’s College, Mumbai (subject to University and Government approval). She makes history as the first woman to lead the college since its establishment in 1869.

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Industries Minister Shri Mauvin Godinho Attends 2nd Goa Developers’ Summit 2025 at BITS Pilani


Industries Minister Shri Mauvin Godinho attended the 2nd Goa Developers’ Summit 2025 at BITS Pilani, Goa Campus. The event, jointly organised by GCCI, the Government of Goa, the Directorate of Technical Education, and the Directorate of Higher Education, brought together innovators, entrepreneurs, and policymakers to discuss Goa’s evolving development landscape and technology-driven growth.