Date Title of the Seminar / Webinar/Workshop/ ActivityBrief Description
13th-14 August 2024Micro Block TeachingThe students of B.Ed, Semester-III (2023-2025) were divided into heterogeneous blocks of 25 students each. These blocks of students were assessed, evaluated and guided individually on the basis of their Micro teaching skills.
13th August 2024Invited LectureResource person, Dr. Samrat Roy, Ph. D Coordinator and Associate Professor, Department of Commerce, St. Xavier’s College delivered a lecture on ‘Research Proposal’
9th August 2024Invited Lecture -“Fostering Emotional Intelligence among Adolescents: Strategies for Teachers.”The department organised an invited lecture on “Fostering Emotional Intelligence among Adolescents: Strategies for Teachers.” The resource person was an eminent psychologist, Dr. Anuttama Banerjee.
27th & 30th July 2024Club Activity ProgrammesThe different clubs of the department showcased their individual programs on a specific topic of relevance.
24th – July 2024Circle of JoyThe drive is an initiative of the department for clothes collection and donation to the needy. The drive started on 24th July and concluded on 30th September 2024
24th July 2024Father Principal’s BirthdayThe department celebrated the birthday of Respected Father Principal Dr. Dominic Savio SJ. In the Seminar Hall of the department.
16th July 2024Induction Programme (B.Ed)Different Sessions with different speakers were organized to create a positive and supportive experience for new students, enabling them to contribute effectively to the organization's success while feeling valued and integrated into the institute’s culture.
15th July 2024Orientation Programme (B.Ed)On July 15, 2024, an Orientation Programme was organised for the newly admitted B. Ed First Year students by the Postgraduate Department of Education, St. Xavier’s College (Autonomous), Kolkata at the Seminar Hall of the department. Dr. Swati Sarkar, Vice-Principal, the Postgraduate Department of Education, St. Xavier’s College (Autonomous), Kolkata, moderated the momentous occasion.
15th July 2024Inauguration Programme (B.Ed.)The event served as a significant occasion to welcome the new cohort into the esteemed institution's academic fold
13th April 2024ChimeThe Post Graduate Department of Education organises ‘Chime: The Synergy and Partnership’ to felicitate the Heads of Internship Schools for B.Ed course, who tirelessly contribute to the chiseling and training of the teaching professionals. 
 “Xenith –Chapter 1:Crest Luminar”The intercollege fest organized by the Xavarian Education Society of the department witnessed enthusiastic participation from 15 colleges, creating a dynamic atmosphere of camaraderie & competition.
3rd -4th April 2024
5TH March 2024Special Lecture Resource Person Prof Dr. Bijon Sarkar, Professor, Department of Education, University of Kalyani,  delivered a lecture on ‘Creativity- Nature & Nurture’
29th February 2024NATIONAL SEMINAR In collaboration with the University of Calcutta a National Seminar was organized on ‘Rising India, NEP 2020 & Sustainable Development: Looking Back & Ahead”. Resource persons like Dr. Brinda Bazeley Kharbiryambai, Professor, Department of Education, North East Hill University, Prof. Dr Ramakanta Mohalik, Professor and Head, Departmentof Education, Regional Institute of Education (NCERT), Dr. Prabhat Kumar Dutta, Adjunct Professor, Xavier Law School, St. Xavier’s University, Mr. Souvik Dutta, Lead Data Scientist RPSG Group & Dr. Saibal Kar, RBI Chair Professor of Economics Centre for Studies in Social Sciences, Calcutta graced the occasion with their lectures.
20th February 2024Food FestB.Ed Semester II & IV students in association with the Xaverian Education Society organized Food Fest based on the delicacies found in different parts of India.
15th January- 14th February 2024School Internship Part IB.Ed Semesters II went to different school for their School Internship Part I Programme
13th- 16th December 2023Excursion/ Research Survey26 students along with the faculty members conducted a research survey in the Tea Gardens of Darjeeling in North Bengal. 
25th November – 23rd December 2023Nayi ChetnaThe students orchestrated a poignant yet passionate awareness rally and street play at Raghudev Bati Bidyalaya, Nalpur. The initiative, led by DAY-NRLM's (Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana- National Rural Livelihoods Mission) self-help groups, aimed to elevate the rights of women and gender-diverse individuals.
25th November 2023Mile Sur Mera TumharaThe Postgraduate Department of Education in association with the Xaverian Education Society organized a cultural programme entitled ‘Mile Sur Mera Tumhara’ as a part of NCTE’s Bharatiya Bhasha Utsav initiative to promote language learning through technology and the rich diversity of regional languages in India.
12th -15th November 2023Fit IndiaBoth MA Education and B.Ed. students actively participated in Indigenous games like Kho-kho, Kabaddi and Yoga, reflecting their commendable enthusiasm for physical activities.
18th October 2023Khadi MahotsavThe exhibition, adorned with colourful Khadi sarees, shawls, and handcrafted artifacts, was a testament to the rich craftsmanship passed down through multiple generations. This event stood as a celebration of heritage, sustainability, and self-reliance, embodying the spirit of 'Atmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyan' – a self-reliant India.
7th October 2023SEMINAR on “Positive Psychology in Negative Situation”Keynote speaker Muktipada Sinha, HOD of Department of Education of Jadavpur University, emphasized practical positive psychology techniques, highlighting the importance of self-efficacy and mindfulness in overcoming challenges.
3rd-4th October 2023Foundation Course (B.Ed)Foundation Course highlighting the religious diversity of India the for the 1st Year students of B.Ed. The students were divided into six groups each discussing a religion, including Christianity, Islam, Jainism, Sikhism, Hinduism and Buddhism.
30th September 2023Swachhta DriveThe Education department’s passionate commitment to Swachh Bharat Abhiyan 3.0, symbolized by Swachchta and the Panch Pran pledges on 30th September, marked a transformative beginning. A significant moment transpired on 12th October, as Father Principal Rev. Dr. Dominic Savio SJ, Vice Principal Dr. Swati Sarkar, faculty, and students actively swept the campus grounds, showcasing unwavering dedication.
23rd September 2023SEMINAR on Universal Human ValuesThe honourable resource person for the lecture on the topic “Universal Human Values” was Swami Divyagunananda, (Monastic Honorary) of Ramkrishna Mission Sikshanamandira. The event was attended by the professors and students of B.Ed. and M.A. The event helped everyone present in inculcating the different ideas and the universal human values discussed in the seminar.
20-30th September 2023Circle of Joy The drive is an initiative of the department for clothes collection and donation. It took place in two shifts daily over a period of 10 days in the Seminar Hall of the Education department.
5th September 2023Teacher’s DayOn 5th September 2023, the Department of Education of St. Xavier’s College (Autonomous), Kolkata celebrated Teachers’ Day with pomp and grandeur at Fr. Depelchin Auditorium
26th August 2023Meri Mitti Mera Desh"Meri mati mera desh," a campaign for the celebration of Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav, has been conducted by the post graduate department of Education of St. Xavier’s College, Kolkata. Its vision is to support raising awareness among everyone associated with TEIs. There were different activities undertaken in order to commemorate the essence pertinent to the campaign.
18th August 2023Library Orientation ProgrammeDr. Chinmay Mukhopadhyay, the librarian of our college, along with two library assistants conducted a short lecture cum demonstration on the library resources, usage, rules and regulations and other related aspects of the library. This was followed by an interactive session.
15th August 2023Har Ghar TirangaThe National Flag of India was
hoisted in the college premises following the ‘Flag Code of India 2002’ and Selfies with the
National Flag of India were taken to mark this momentous occasion as per the NCTE
instructions.
8th-9th August 2023Induction Programme(M.A.)Different Sessions with different speakers were organized to create a positive and supportive experience for new students, enabling them to contribute effectively to the organization's success while feeling valued and integrated into the institute’s culture.
5th to 7th August 2023Induction Programme( B.Ed.)Different Sessions with different speakers were organized to create a positive and supportive experience for new students, enabling them to contribute effectively to the organization's success while feeling valued and integrated into the institute’s culture.
4th August 2023Inauguration Programme (B.Ed.)The event served as a significant occasion to welcome the new cohort into the esteemed institution's academic fold.
4th August 2023Panel discussion on “Preparedness of Teacher Education Institutes in respect of Inclusive Development”This program was conducted as per the suggestion of NCTE to celebrate 75 years of   Indian independence, Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav. The event was graced by the honorable presence of Dr. Ranjana Banerjee as the moderator
1st-2nd August 2023Micro Block TeachingThe students of B.Ed, Semester-III (2022-2024) were divided into heterogeneous blocks of 25 students each. These blocks of students were assessed, evaluated and guided individually on the basis of their Micro teaching skills.
24th July 2024Father Principal’s BirthdayThe department celebrated the birthday of Respected Father Principal Dr. Dominic Savio SJ. In the Seminar Hall of the department.
22nd July 2023Workshop on ‘Best out of Waste’The workshop was organized to commemorate Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav, an initiative introduced by the Government of India to celebrate the completion of 75 years of Indian Independence. The workshop aimed to educate the trainee-teachers on the importance of reducing their carbon footprint by giving a new life to things considered useless.
11th July 2023Special lecture on ‘Research Proposal’Resource person, Dr. Samrat Roy, Ph. D Coordinator and Associate Professor, Department of Commerce, St. Xavier’s College delivered a lecture on ‘Research Proposal’
3rd – 7th July, 2023International Study ProgramStudents from Linköping University, Sweden and University of Jyvaskyla, Finland joined the department for an International study program. 
Vice-Principal
Dr. Swati Sarkar (SS)
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