The farewell party Class of 2025 - "Nannai Varatee"

The Civil Seminar Hall, echoed with laughter, tears and a thousand shared memories as we bid an emotional goodbye to the B.Tech Class of 2025 on 26th April 2025. What began as a simple farewell evolved into a heartfelt celebration of four unforgettable years, punctuated by friendship, late-night chat sessions, and the unshakeable spirit that defines our engineering family.

Polaroids of their memories and LED fairy lights floated from the walls, and a slideshow of candid campus moments played on the screen. Student volunteers from S6 Civil had worked since dawn to turn the space into a warm cocoon of nostalgia. Soft instrumental covers set the tone mingled with anticipation.

Dr. Mini P R, Vice Principal, Dr. Unni Kartha G, Dean Academics and Dr. Jiji Antony. Head of Department congratulated the students for their achievements and wished a bright future ahead. The students and the faculty who taught them shared their feedbacks and classroom experience. The event also included dance performances by the outgoing students and fun filled games and tasks coordinated by the pre final year students. Each graduate received a souvenir from the department and a portrait picture of the students of the class. 

The awards for best projects were presented during the event. Mr. Adithyan M S and Mr. Muhammed Rizwan P were announced as the best outgoing students and Mr. Ajithkumar A B and Ms. Santhwana S were announced as the Best performers.

To the Class of 2025: may your blueprints be bold, your formulas flexible, and your foundations forever grounded in the friendships forged here. Farewell is only the first milestone on a road that winds far beyond our red-brick walls.

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Rinu J Achison, AP CE

"La-Gon" - Farewell Party of MTech SECM 2023-25

As a proud member of the 2023-2025 MTech SECM batch, I can confidently say that our farewell party, "La-Gon", was an event filled with laughter, nostalgia, and heartfelt emotions. Organised by our juniors in the presence of all teaching and non-teaching staff of the Department of Civil Engineering on 25 April 2025 was a perfect tribute to our two-year journey.

The event was meticulously arranged and conducted by our juniors, who left no stone unturned to make it memorable for us. The event began with a warm welcome, followed by entertaining performances, fun games, and a touching video montage that took us back to our cherished memories. 

The juniors went above and beyond to make us feel special, with personalised gifts that left many of us emotional. Our teachers gave us their best wishes and reminded us how much effort we put in to reach this point. 

The best moment came when we, the graduating students, got a chance to share our experiences. We expressed our deepest gratitude to our professors and supporting staff for their patience, guidance, and unwavering support.  

As the party ended with group photos, and a delicious lunch, we realized that while our time at FISAT may be over, the bonds we’ve formed here will last a lifetime.

"La-Gon" was not just a goodbye, it was a celebration of growth, friendship, and the beginning of a new chapter.

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Sneha Sundaran Menon

S4 SECM

FISAT Centre for Future Skills - funded by NSDC

In a significant development, our campus, FISAT, has partnered with the National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC), Government of India, to establish industry-supported labs named the FISAT Centre for Future Skills (CFS). The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed on April 4, 2025, at NSDC's office at New Delhi. With a total funding of nearly seven crore rupees, primarily from NSDC, these labs will deliver skill development courses with globally recognised certifications.

The FISAT Centre for Future Skills will provide over 200 courses certified by leading industry giants, including Apple, IBM, Microsoft, Cisco, Amazon AWS, Intel, Siemens, ABB, ANSYS, MathWorks, Adobe, Autodesk, Meta, Palo Alto, VLSI, UiPath, and Schneider. Ethnotech Academic Solutions Pvt. Ltd. will manage and operate these courses on the FISAT campus. The initiative aims to certify approximately 3,500 students annually, significantly enhancing their employability.

FISAT is the first and only institution in Kerala selected by NSDC for this prestigious Centre, marking a milestone in the state's educational landscape. This collaboration underscores FISAT's commitment to bridging the skill gap and preparing students for future-ready careers. By equipping students with cutting-edge skills and global certifications, the FISAT Centre for Future Skills is poised to transform technical education and empower the next generation of professionals.

Aavishkar 2025: Celebrating Civil Engineering Innovation!

AAVISHKAR 2025 is the flagship project exhibition of the Department showcasing innovation and academic excellence of students from the final year B.Tech. Organised by the Association of Civil Engineers (ACE) and the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) FISAT Student Chapter, the event provided a professional platform for final-year undergraduate students to present their academic projects and design innovations. 

This year, Aavishkar 2025 featured a hybrid model of participation, encompassing both online and offline components. The event ran from 27th March 2025 to 4th April 2025

The Offline Exhibition was held on 27th March 2025 at the Civil Department Seminar Hall. Offline participants were required to submit an A3-sized poster for evaluation.

The website (https://sites.google.com/fisat.ac.in/aavishkar2025/home) showcased projects via two-minute videos. This portal was accessible to the public, including alumni and industry professionals, who could view and vote on projects.

The Projects covered diverse civil engineering fields, including Structural Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Transportation Engineering, Hydrology and Water Resource Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Construction Technology and Management and Sustainable Engineering

The project Awards were thoughtfully categorised to recognise multiple dimensions of project excellence as the Best Project, Best Project with Social Relevance, Best Project with Industrial Relevance, Best Innovative Project, Best Video Presentation and Best Poster Presentation (exclusive to offline participants)

Winners receive a cash prize of ₹2000 along with a certificate of appreciation. The awards will be distributed during the department's farewell celebration, "Nannayi Varatte".

The AAVISHKAR 2025 Winners are:

Best Project: "Integration of Computational and Parametric Design towards Sustainable Construction" by Adhil M, Adithyan M S, Ajithkumar A B, and Anna Lesly.

Best Project with Social Relevance: "Public transport route planning and architectural design of mobility hub" by Nezrin Shameer, Rahul Rajesh, Sandra Sabu, and Sumayya Parvin.

Best Project with Industrial Relevance: "Planning, Analysis and Design of a Smart Sustainable Mini Hospital" by Sahithya B N, Nadiya Jabbar, Mohammed Rizwan P, and Muhammad Althaf.

Best Innovative Project: "Dual-layered Concrete (DC): Investigation into durability characteristics" by Keerthana Biju, Rudra Shaji K V, Utharadevi K R, and Niveditha Santhosh.

Best Video Presentation: "Assessment of Energy Efficiency of an Existing Building based on GRIHA Framework" by Anagha Krishnakumar, Gowrinanda S, Jasmin Joy, and Joshual Joy.

Best Poster Presentation: "Evaluation of nitrate contamination in ground water and sustainable solutions for its removal" by Abhirami Shaji, Aleena Shaji, Arun Jaison, and Dheeraj K R.

AAVISHKAR 2025 successfully served as a launchpad for young civil engineers to showcase their capabilities in solving real-world problems. The event reinforced the Department of Civil Engineering's commitment to fostering innovation and excellence in engineering education.

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Sreerath S, AP CE

Congratulations to Toppers!

The department is proud to announce and celebrate the outstanding achievements of our students in the S1 University Examinations. Your hard work, dedication, and commitment have paid off, and it’s inspiring to see such remarkable performances.

A big round of applause to all the toppers who have set a shining example for their peers. Your success reflects your academic strength and determination you’ve shown throughout the semester.

Let this milestone be a stepping stone to even greater accomplishments in the future. Keep aiming high and continue to make us proud!

Congratulations Somya for the perfect 10

Getting a 10 out of 10 is always special. It speaks of hard work, focus, and the determination to do one’s best. But getting a perfect 10 SGPA in university examinations? That’s truly extraordinary.

We are thrilled to share that Somya Goswami, a first-year student, has achieved this rare feat in the S1 University Examinations. Somya’s dedication and consistent effort have resulted in a perfect score-something that sets her apart and inspires her peers and teachers alike.

University exams are not easy, and to ace them with a 10 SGPA is no small task. It requires not just academic excellence but also a calm, composed mindset. Somya has shown us what’s possible when talent meets discipline.

To all our students: keep dreaming big, stay curious, and never stop believing in yourselves. Somya's achievement reminds us that excellence is within reach when we give it our all.

Congratulations, Somya! The department is proud of you!

In loving memory of Abu Faiz

With profound sorrow, we mourn the untimely passing of Abu Faiz, a cherished member of our academic community. He was a student of 2020-24 B.Tech batch and is currently pursuing M.Tech in our campus. He left us too soon on 01 April 2025, leaving behind a void that words cannot fill.

Abu was a bright, compassionate, and hardworking individual, known for his kindness, dedication, and enthusiasm. He touched the lives of many classmates and faculty members with his warmth. Beyond academics, Abu's presence brought light and positivity to those around him.

Our thoughts and prayers are with Abu’s family and loved ones during this incredibly difficult time. May he rest in eternal peace, and may we always carry forward the beautiful memories he left behind.

A condolence meeting will be held on 3rd April 2025 at Main Seminar Hall for those who wish to pay their respects.

Rest in peace, dear Abu. You will be deeply missed but never forgotten.