A seminar titled “Enhancing Knowledge and the Importance of Academic Libraries” was organised for first-year students by the Department of Library of Nanda Arts and Science College.
The event was held under the leadership of Sri Nandha Educational Trust Chairman V. Shanmugan. Trust member Bhanumathi Shanmugan inaugurated the programme by lighting the traditional lamp.
College Principal Dr. S. Manoharan and Administrative Officer Dr. V.C. Srinivasan delivered felicitation addresses. Heads of various departments and assistant professors also participated. Earlier, College Librarian Dr. T. Mahalingam welcomed the gathering.
Dr. P. Mahadevan, Head and Assistant Professor of the Department of Library and Information Science at Vellalar Women's College, participated as the special guest and addressed the students. He explained the importance of academic libraries, effective use of digital library resources, the need to develop reading habits, and the role of libraries in lifelong learning.
At the conclusion, Dr. K. Abdul, Coordinator of the Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) of Nanda Arts and Science College, proposed a vote of thanks.
Sri S. Nandakumar Pradeep and Sri S. Thirumoorthy, Joint Managing Trustees of Sri Nanda Educational Trust, conveyed their greetings to the faculty members and students who organised the seminar.