Highlights from the inauguration of Symbiosis International University’s Dubai Campus, led by esteemed Dr. Vidya Yeravdekar and Dr. S.B. Mujumdar, with a special Q&A session featuring representatives from the Ministry of External Affairs!
The event showcased inspiring speeches and interactive discussions, emphasizing the vision of global education and collaboration. Chief guests shared insights on fostering academic excellence and cross-border learning opportunities.
The ceremony was attended by faculty, students, and delegates from all Symbiosis campuses, marking a milestone in the university’s international journey.
Speakers conducted detailed lectures, along with engaging demonstrations and video presentations, which helped students learn about essential disaster preparedness and management skills. Specific topics covered included Disaster, Environmental, Fire safety and, First Aid. Students also participated in hands on training for CPR.
M.Sc. Nursing first-year students took the lead in this stimulating session, contributing a variety of viewpoints and creative approaches to alternative healthcare methods.
We were thrilled to welcome B.Sc. Nursing 1st-semester students, who enthusiastically participated in discovering the intriguing domain of holistic medicine.
In this special occasion our Chief Guest Ms. Mini Nair, the head nurse of ABM Hospital, and Dr. Suresh Sharma, Principal, AIIMS, Jodhpur, Rajasthan delivered a speech and inaugurated the program. Dr. Sonopant Joshi, The director of Symbiosis College of Nursing gave the welcome speech.
Our dedicated nursing students with the faculty members provided outstanding medical services to the devotees participating in the Pandharpur Wari. Their commitment to healthcare and community service truly showed during this significant event. Here are some highlights: Compassionate Care: Our students offered essential medical aid, ensuring the well-being of countless pilgrims. Teamwork and Dedication: From first aid to health check-ups, their teamwork and dedication made a significant impact. Learning in Action: This experience was a valuable opportunity for our students to apply their knowledge in a real-world setting. Community Support: We are proud to support the Pandharpur Wari and contribute to the health and safety of the community. Swipe through the photos to see our students and faculty in action, making a difference one patient at a time. Dr. Rajiv Yeravdekar Provost, FoMHS, Dr. Vidya Yeravdekar, Pro chancellor SIU, Dr. S.G.Joshi, Director SCON, Participated in Wari Event.
Program schedule :
1. 31/06/2024: Vishrantwadi, Pune
2. 1/07/2024 : Nanapeth, Pune
3. 2/07/2024 : Saswad, Pune
4. 4/07/2024 : Jejuri, Pune
A highlight of the event was inviting an honouring a dialysis patient on stage by Dr. Sammita Jadhav Ma'am. Prof Dr Sonopant Joshi provided practical advice on preventive measures, empowering attendees to take charge of their kidney health. Dr. Rajiv Yeravdekar highlighted the importance of Research in advancing kidney healthcare practices. He discusses promising avenues for innovation and emphasizes the need for collaborative efforts in combating kidney diseases.
It was held on 28th&29th February 2024 at the SUHRC Volleyball Court
SCON Spikers captained by Swapnil Gaikwad along with Melbin, Furqaan, Saqib, Qamar, Fayaz and Ravikant secured first place by defeating SCON Blasters which was led by Subin along with Om, Ashish, Arfan, Alan and Kishan.
SCON Boys team secured the first and second place respectively.
It was held on 29th February 2024 at the SUHRC Basketball Court
SCON Hoopers (BOYS) captained by Ugyen Tshering with the team of Thinley, Yeshi, Ugyen L, Dawa, Sanjeev and Sherab secured first place.
In the same manner, the SCON Hustlers (GIRLS) were also not far behind as captain Bishaka with her team of Samtem, Tenzin, Tashi, Sonam (ST) and Rinchen secured first place too.
SCON wishes them a heartiest congratulations for their win.
A networking event tailored specifically for nursing school principals titled 'Synergy: Fostering Connection' was organized dated 13/02/24. This event aimed to provide a platform for networking, collaboration, and knowledge exchange among nursing school principals. It was an excellent opportunity to connect with peers, share insights, and explore potential collaborations to further advance nursing education and leadership.
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The program was inaugurated by Dr. Sonopant Joshi, Director, SCON and further led by Dr. Sheela Upendra Dy. Director, Dr. Dipali Dumbre and Mr. Pratik Salve who were the organizing secretary for the event
Wednesday Walk' in collaboration with DSRW
SCON Faculty participated in the Yoga Session.
Blood transfusion saves lives and improves health, yet many patients in need of transfusion face challenges in accessing safe blood in a timely manner. Blood Donation Drive at SUHRC.
Dr.Sayali Su Athaniikar and Ms .Samprada Khandagale represented SCON in Symbiosis Staff Sports Fest (SSSF) 2023-2024. Heartily congratulations!!!!! MS. SAMPRADA KHANDAGALE (Tutor-SCON) was 1st runner up in women's 50mt swimming freestyle. Prize distribution felicitated by Dr. Naina Nimkar, Director, SSSS, Ms. Shweta Sharma (Head- DSRW) SIU.
Following Delegates from Himeji University, Japan visited at SCON on 18th January 2024 and 19th January 2024. Prof. Natsu Kanno, Dean- Faculty of Nursing, Graduate School of Nursing and Prof. Ariko Noj, Emeritus Prof. of Chiba University ELNEC Trainer from Himeji University, Japan, In the presence of Dr. Sonopant G. Joshi (SCON, Director) and Dr.Sheela Upendra (SCON, Dty Director), Dr.Jasneet Kaur (Associate Professor,SCON), Dr. Shital Waghmare (Associate Professor,SCON), Ms.Shital Barde (Associate Professor,SCON), Dr.Dipali Dumbre (Assistant Professor, SCON).
Republic Day celebrated at SIU Lavale Hill top.
Educational Visit of PG Students to Mumbai on date 23/01/2024 accompanied by of Faculty of Ms. Shital Barde ( Associate Professor, SCON) and Mr.Pratik Salve (Faculty, SCON).
SCON Student and Faculty attended the Todays Session "Pariksha Pe Charcha".
African School Counselors visited at SCON dated on 24.01.2024
SCON BSc 5th Semester students Educational visit at Anganwadi, Pashan Gaon dated on 02.02.2024.
HEALTH CONFERENCE 2024 on "Navigating Next-Gen Healthcare through Digitization and Skilling" dated on 3rd Feb 2024
Hon'ble Dr. Justice D.Y. Chandrachud, Chief Justice of India graced the 20th Convocation Ceremony of Symbiosis International (Deemed University), as he was felicitated by the Chancellor Dr S B Mujumdar. Dr. Vidya Yeravdekar Symbiosis Centre for Alumni Engagement Symbiosis Centre for International Education
All BSc, MSc and PBBSc 2023 pass out students was present for Alumni Meet 2023. Dr. Neelesh Kumbhojkar, Director (SCAE) addressed the alumni during Alumni meet. Sonopant G.Joshi, Director(SCON), Dr.Sheela Upendra, Dy Director(SCON), Dr.Jasneet Kaur, Dr. Seeta graced the occasion.
SCON Staff enjoyed Diwali Party. It was a fun filled event with lots of colors, Diya, Rangoli, Traditional wear food and lots of laughter !!! We wish you all Happy Diwali and a prosperous new year ahead!!!
“Meri Maati Mera Desh" campaign is one of the culminating event of 'Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav' program. Hon PM Naredra Modi has taken the campaign for every citizen to be a part of this vision. This vision is iniated by National Service Scheme, Higher and Technical Education Department of Maharashtra State which is backed up by Savitribai Phule Pune University, Pune this is going to attempt for Guinness World Record on Selfie With My Soil.
Department of Anesthesiology & Critical Care,, AFMC, Pune" at SymSim - International Conference on Simulation in Healthcare Conducted on 20-21 October at Symbiosis International (Deemed University) Nursing Students interacted with delegates, It was definitely a learning experience for them.
Lamp Lighting is held as a tribute to Florence Nightingale, “The Lady with the Lamp” who was the pioneer of modern-day nursing. It is a significant event in the life of a student nurse as this ceremony marks the successful completion of 3 months of initial training and donning of a nurse's uniform for the first time. On the occasion of XVI Lamp Lighting Ceremony at symbiosis college of nursing, In the presence of chief guest Mr. Firoz Poonawala , Founder, Trustee, Lila Poonawala Foundation, Pune, Dr. Rajiv Yeravdekar (Provost FoMHS, SIU, Pune.) Dr.Sonopant Joshi (Director, SCON), Dr.Sheela Upendra (Deputy Director, SCON), Dr (Lt Col) T. Vijaya Sagar (Dean of Medical College) and other FoMHS Directors. Students from 1st year B.Sc. Nursing paid tribute to Florence Nightingale. The students lit lamps and took the Florence Nightingale pledge, promising to uphold ethical standards.
Trained Nurses Association of India, Maharashtra State Branch is delighted to announce its XXth SNAI BIENNIAL STATE CONFERENCE was held in collaboration with M.V.P’s Institute Of Nursing Education, Adgaon, Nasik at “Gurudakshina Hall, Principal T.A.Kulkarni Vidya Nagari, College Road. Nasik from 12th to 13th October 2023.
Our team of Students and Faculty was part of this conference. It was really a learning experience for students. They participated in various competitions such as essay writing, mono act, Dance, badminton, 100 meter running and Personality contest.
This year’s campaign focuses on the essential step of knowing our hearts first. To spread awareness about healthy heart our students participated in road rally, street play with informative posters in Pashan
Panache 2023 fun filled event held at SIU Hill Top Campus in the presence of Dr.Rajiv Yeravdekar(Provost, FoMHS ,SIU) Directors ,Faculties, Students, Staff enjoyed Fun Games, Sports, Music.
Online SIP Japan Program 16th August 2023 at Symbiosis College of Nursing
Online Training on “ICMR National Ethical Guidelines 2017 and NDCTR 2019” On 4th September 2023
Onam Sadhya embraces the spirit of Kerala's harvest festival! Onam Celebration AARPO 2023
following students won first prize in skit competition Mayuresh kumbhar, Sakshi kedare, Anjali Yadav, Prashant Shrirame, Chandrakant Pandhare, Siddhant Raut, Prajakta, Yashfeen and Ms. Bhagyashri Shingote won second prize in the poster competition.
Date: 02 August 2023
Every year the global campaign focuses on a particular theme-related theme. The theme for World Breastfeeding Week 2023 is "Let's make breastfeeding and work, work!" This year's campaign focuses on promoting practices that can help support workplace-related breastfeeding in different countries. On this occasion the Poster & Rangoli competition was held on 02 August 2023 at SCON,SUHRC,SMCW and the Department of OBG.
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Date: 11th -12th March 2022
INTERNATIONAL E-CONFERENCE on “Building Collaborative Research, Structured Art of Care & Innovative Nursing Education
Date: 03.09.2021
Date: 22 July 2021
Date: 25 Feb to 3 Sept 2021
Japanese students for 2nd Virtual Study India Program ( nursing)- . We have successfully delivered an online batch for Nursing students in August 2020 for students from 3 different Japanese Universities.
Date: 19 July 2021
Symbiosis College of Nursing (SCON) is organizing the 3rd International Webinar on Nursing 2021 – Career and Fair Go “Far & Beyond the Dreams” dated on July 19, 2021 in an outlook to provide awareness on career opportunities available for nurses across the globe. The webinar’s focus is to address the final year nursing students and junior nursing officers. SCON has proposed to organize an online interaction platform connecting experts in the field of nursing across the globe.
Dr. T. Dileep Kuma, President of Indian Nursing Council has kindly consented to be present on this occasion as the Chief Guest.
Date: 21 Jun 2021
International Day of Yoga is celebrated on 21st June of every year with the objective of reminding the people across the country about the benefits of Yoga and to build enduring public interest in the same. India celebrated the seventh International Day of Yoga this year. SCON Students, Faculty Members and Staff were encouraged to perform Yoga with the theme "Be with Yoga, Be at Home" for building immunity and relief from stress with strict adherence to the COVID 19 guidelines.
Dr.SG Joshi, Director, SCON led the session and recognizing important role of Yoga all have actively participated. Sir also created awareness about yoga & its benefits.
Date :11 Jun 2021
Dr. S.G.Joshi director of scon Interaction with All scon Students.
Date: 05.Aug.2021
Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecological (OBG) Nursing, SCON proposes to celebrate the World Breastfeeding Week 2021 in collaboration with OBG department , SUHRC, SMCW on 4th and 5th August 2021.
15.11.2021
College of Nursing organised Happy Children's Day at SUHRC OPD
20.11.2021
SCON has organizied IAP NRP FGM workshop on 20/11/2021 from 9 am to 5.30pm with the gracious presnce of Dr. Anjali Parekh who was a representative from the IAP NRP office, Maharashtra.The sessionions were enlightening and all the delegtaes have highly appreciated the workshop.
14th Oct 2021
SCON organised World Trauma Day on the 14th Oct 2021
12th Oct 2021
SCON has observed the World Mental Health Day on the 12th Oct 2021 at the
On Date 26 May to 29 May 2020 SCON Conducted all batches {B.Sc(N), P.B.B.Sc(N), M.Sc(N)} PARENTS TEACHER MEETING (2019-2020)
Webinar on International Nurses Year 2020 on the Theme- "Voice to Lead -Nursing the world to Health"
Department of Mental Health Nursing Conducted Seminar on Skilling On Psych Test - "Me and My Client"
Pulse Polio Drive at YCM Hospital .Total B.Sc 3rd Year 41 students went to YCM hospital for Pulse Polio Drive
SCON organised Lecture on AIDS Prevention & Control By Dr. Vaibhav Lukad -State Health Officer
Sunday, December 04, 2019 Symbiosis College of Nursing (SCON) B.Sc. Nursing, P.B.B.Sc. Nursing and M.Sc. Nursing Celebrated ALUMNI MEET – 2019
3rd Jan 2019 SCON students have conducted 7th CNE at Sahyadhri Hospital Deccan.Total 22 participants were participated. The topic was lumbar puncture
12 Dec 2018 SCON Department of Mental Health Nursing organized Continuing Nursing Education on Psychotherapies
Neonatology Training organized by MMF (Mukul Madhav Foundation)
8th May 2018 Alumni meet and farewell
7th May 2018 Career orientation Programme
Ms. Mupa and Ms. Roya 3rd Year B.Sc. nursing students have participated in the cultural Programme at the launch of “Study in India” Programme at India Habitat Centre, New Delhi organized by External Affairs Ministry, Government of India.
SCON organised National Conference on “Strengthening Midwifery services towards Essential & Emergency Obstetric Care” at Symbiosis Vishwabhavan Auditorium, S.B. Road, Pune.
On the occasion of World Tuberculosis Day SCON Students Participated in Poster Competition at Gadikhana Centre, organized by Pune Municipal Corporation as well students got prizes for poster competition. B.Sc. Nursing First year Gadikhana Centre, organized by Pune Municipal Corporation and won 3 prizes
MSc (N) students who have gone for Research Workshop on “Research Ecosystem and Statistics” at Bharti Vidhyapeeth college of Nursing.
SCON has organized career orientation Programme for the students and the presentation done by Presentation by Mr. Salman Merchant, Alumni SCON
METIman simulation training session.
In collaboration with Indian Association of Pediatrics (IAP), Neonatal Resuscitation Programme (NRP), First Golden Minute (FGM) Project, one-day Workshop on Neonatal Resuscitation was held on 8/2/2018 to 10/2/2018 at DY Patil Hospital and 16/2/2018 at Symbiosis College of Nursing Pune.
SCON has organized workshop on “waste managemt “ at SIHS ,Auditorium for all the staffs and 2nd yrs & 3rd B.Sc Nursing . The workshop was conducted by Dr. Sharad Kale ( Director of SCWRM).
Antenatal Care Exhibition in Mutha village on date 09/01/2018
"Lamp lighting ceremony”
Of X batch of BSc Nursing students. The chief guest was Chief Guest Prof. Dr. Jaya Kuruvilla Principal College of Nursing P.D. Hinduja National Hospital. & guest of honor was Mrs. Tripti Nanada. Mrs. Tripti Nanda, Chief of Nursing Services, Columbia Asia Hospitals, Pune Dr. Venkat Holsambre, Head Medical Services, Sahyadri Super-specialty Hospitals, Pune as well Lt. Gen MA Tutakne, AVSM, VSM, Advisor – Medical projects, Faculty of Health and Biological Sciences, (SIU), Pune
Mental Health Carnival 2017 SCON has participated in mental health awareness Rally,
Float/Tableau competition, Exhibition on Mental Health and in Inter College dance fest.
SCON has organized Lamp Lighting Ceremony of IX Batch of B.Sc. Nursing Students at symbiosis Vishvabhavan Auditorium, S. B. Road, Pune.
Chief Guest Dr.(Mrs.) G. Josephine R. Little Flower Nursing Adviser to Govt. of India, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Nirman bhavan, New Delhi and the Guest of HonourMrs. Ritu P Chhabria Co-founder & Managing Trustee of Mukul Madhav Foundation & Director of Finolex Industries Ltd. Prof. Dr. S. B. Mujumdar Founder & President Symbiosis, Chancellor, SIU,Pune
NATIONAL CONFERENCE on Reinforcement of midwifery services –Recent advances in maternal and neonatal care. The chief guest was Ms. Amanda Wilford, Group Leader, Clinical Education Manager, Health care Academy, UK
Nov 2016 SCON International students have participated in the sport event of “African cup of nations unity under one roof“
ASSOCIATION OF HEALTH CARE PROVIDERS INDIA (AHPI) AHPI-2016
ACULTY OF HEALTH & BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES (FOHBS), INDUCTION PROGRAMME-2016
Pandharpur Wari:-Start from S.B.Road to Manterwadi by vehicle, & Manterwadi to Saswad Bus stop total 25 km By walking.
Lamp lighting ceremony of VIII Batch of B.Sc. Nursing students was conducted at Vishwabhavan Auditorium
25th Feb 2015 Mrs. Evelyn P Kannan , Dy. Secretary General cum S N A advisor, TNAI New Delhi visited SCON along with Mrs. Swapna Joshi, President Maharashtra State Branch and Mrs. Meena Patole, S N A Advisor, Maharashtra State Branch.
24th – 25th Feb 2015 04 M.Sc. 1st Year Medical surgical Nursing specialty Students attended National Conference at Tehmi Grant Institute of Nursing Education on 24th & 25th Feb 2015 Theme :- ‘Gift of Life – Organ Transplantation’
19th -20th Feb 2015 05 M.Sc. 2nd Year Medical surgical Nursing specialty students attended National Conference at Deenanath Mangeeshkar Hospital on the Theme:- “Excellence in Surgical Nursing”
02nd February 2015 Interaction with students SIU, Pune by Prof. Sanjay P Zopdey On ‘How to design, conduct and disseminate research projects from 03:00pm to 04.30pm at Vishwabhavan.
30th January 2015 LAMP LIGHTING CEREMONY OF 7TH batch of B.Sc. Nursing students was held on 30th Jan 2015 at Symbiosis Vishwabhavan Auditorium Mrs. Usha Kakade , President, USK foundation addressed the gathering.
13th & 14th Dec 2014- Col .Jayalakshmi N (Retd), Lt. Col. Shobha Naidu, Mrs. Sheela Upendra, and Mrs. Sheetal Barde , Mrs. Kalpana Sawane had attended the INTERNATIONAL RELATION CONFERENCE organized by Symbiosis International University
5 Dec 2014 – 7th Dec 2014: From 5-7th December 2014, a total of 80 Teams registered for the event and walked a trail of 100 Kms in teams of 44 . Nursing support at a total of 9 Check points located on the trail was provided by Symbiosis College of Nursing, Pune. Total 47 students from SCON participated. Emergency care activities like Fluid administration, Dressings, Bandaging, physiotherapy, administration of medication, etc. was done by the students.
26th November 2014 Alumni Meet 2014 was conducted at SCON. All students graduated in the year 2014 and SCON faculties attended the programme.
18 October 2014 School Health Checkup: Organized by NCORD. 500 students were examined by 24 Students from SCON, The students assisted in Physical assessment, Eye and ENT Checkups.
05 September 2014 A call from ISHANYA foundation was organized by ELTIS & SIFIL in association with North-East Students Association Pune on 05th Sep 2014 in Symbiosis Vishwabhavan Auditorium, Pune. 10 northeast students from SCON were present at the venue.
19th August 2014 Common Induction programme of SCON & SIHS students was conducted at Vishwabhavan
auditorium and was followed by lectures in classroom number 1006. Programme started at 9.00am with the
address by Guest of Honour Dr. A.Velumani , Chairman, Thyrocare Technologies Ltd. and by Shri. Ramling
Mali, President, Maharashtra Nursing Council, Mumbai.
Welcome Address by Dr. Rajiv Yeravdekar, Dean, Faculty of Health & Biomedical Sciences, SIU
Address by Dr. Rajani Gupte, Vice Chancellor, Symbiosis International University (SIU)
Presidential address by Padma Bhushan Dr. S.B. Mujumdar Founder & President, Symbiosis, Chancellor, SIU
15th August 2014: Celebrated Independence Day at Ambedkar Museum Lounge .All the faculty of SCON & SIHS attended the flag hoisting
8th August 2014: Mrs. Manu Acha Roy, Faculty Co-coordinator, Mr. Vitthal Sukne ,student representative of SCON, had attended the University Sports Board meeting at Lavale campus
14th July 2014 Guest lecture by Dr. Yogesh Patil , Associate Professor &Head –Research & Publication SIU, on ‘Understanding the structure, process & output of Research article’.
18th June 2014: Symbiosis Entrance Test a commencement for New Academic Year Symbiosis Entrance Test Conducted on 18/06/2014 in SCON, for BSc (N)-16 candidates, P.B.B.Sc (N)-4candidates and MSc (N)-7candidates and the results was declared on 19/06/2014.
4th June 2014: IAP, NRP, FGM project conference was held at YCM Hospital , Pimpri , Chinchwad IAP conference was conducted on 4/6/2014 at YCM hospital.
24th April 2014 Students from P.B.B.Sc 1st year & B.Sc. 1st year visited Anatomy Museum & PSM department, of AFMC, Pune.
7th April 2014 World Health Day was observed. Students from SCON had put up Poster Exhibition at Wadarwadi, which was followed by lecture series by
4th April 2014 :Students of M.SC.- 1st year ; Community Health nursing Specialty, P.B.B.Sc. – 1st year, B.Sc. – 3rd year of SCON, under the supervision of Mrs. Seeta Devi attended Workshop on “ Integrated Management of Neonatal & Childhood Illness”. Held at Child Health Nursing Department, AFMC, College of Nursing.
29th March 2014: Guest Lecture By Brig. (Retd) Rajiv Divekar, Director, SIMS, on ‘LEADERSHIP’
On 25th March 2014 WORLD TUBERCULOSIS DAY 2014 was Observed. Lectures were organized on