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1 JAN 2018 Bayan College Muscat 08 pages Bayan College, Affiliated with Purdue University Northwest-USA P.O Box-1842,PC-130,Al Azaibah Tel: /65/66 bayan Participate in Washington INTERNATIONAL educational Conference Dr.Modi Juma AL Ghailani represents Bayan College Mazoon College in 16th Annual Washington International Educational Conference Bayan Campus: Dr. Modi Juma Al-Ghailani, representing Bayan College (BC) Mazoon College (MC) attended 16th Annual Washington International Education Conference conducted by Washington International Education Council held at University of California Washington, DC Conference Center on February 14 15, Among universities colleges functioning in Arab World it was only Bayan College Mazoon College who took part in 16th Annual Washington International Education Conference which bring toger stakeholders in international education from Embassies, sponsoring organizations universities from throughout United States Canada The conference enlightens with latest most relevant information on ethical recruitment programming of international students exchanges information that has contributed to progress of international education around world through different sessions, said Dr. Modi Juma Al-Ghailani. Dr. Modi also said that high profile delegates from Sultanate of Oman Ministry of Higher Education head by HE Dr. Abdullah Mohammed Al Sarmi, Under Secretary of Ministry of Higher Education delegates like Dr.Talal Al Balushi, Culture Attaché at Sultanate of Oman Embassy in Washington also attended conference. Washington International Education Conference provides latest information on recruitment of international students, admissions campus life, which also gives access to key embassy officials sponsoring agencies responsible for placement of students. Expert speakers spoke on topics like trends in international education representatives from Barton Carlyle, pew Research Centre United States Department of Homel Security Department of State Department of Commerce provided latest information, said Dr.Modi. Adding to that Dr. Modi also said that presentation on Why international students fail, a language testing perspective, by Puck Fernsten focusing on different points like comparison of major language tests how to retain students for internationalization success was highly appreciative. She also said that re were or speakers who presented on various topics like, Engaging US Universities Colleges in International Education Development, Origins Destinations of Foreign Students in United States,, Indian Students State of Higher Education in India, Trump Trends: How Immigration Changes are Affecting International Student Enrollment, which was very informative. During conference, participants were escorted to embassies representing countries from across globe U.S. key Federal government partners including U.S. Department of Commerce, U.S. Department of State U.S. Department of Homel Security. In addition, participants were given a platform to learn from highly regarded peers research institutions that are committed to study implementation of international student recruiting admissions. The conference were extremely helpful with most experienced expert speakers which made all participants to be benefited with trends issues, data practical tips to manage international student program effectively, added Dr. Modi Al-Ghailani. Conference attendees included education cultural attaches, university, college, independent school language program administrators who oversee international university student recruiting admissions those who serve as liaisons to se students once on campus, Federal government representatives, representatives from NGOs. According to Washington International Education Council, over 480 colleges, universities, embassies, U.S. government departments international organizations participated in Washington International Education Conferences over years. Colleges universities have benefited obtaining latest information about new programs that sponsor international students best way to reach students who are interested in pursuing higher education. hjk Vol 6, Issue No 15 PURDUE TEAM TO VISIT BAYAN An four-member Purdue University team to visit Bayan College four one week from 24 February to 1 March. The annual visit will be facilitated in order to assess furr developments in academic extracurricular activities of college to attend 7th Graduation Ceremony to be held on 27 February, One hundred twentyfour students are graduating this academic year from various majors like Brodacasting, Journalism, Public Relations Endlish Literatur. The team led by Dr. Richard Rupp, Chief of Staffs, Chancellor Office-Purdue University, Dr. Lisa Hopp, Dean Professor, Nursing, Dr. Niaz Latif, Dean, College of Technology, Executive Director, Commercialization Manufacturing Excellence Center(CMEC) Dr. Raida Abuizam, Head- Department of Quantitative Business Studies, Professor of Operations Management Coordinator, Business Analytics Program will visit college for assessment. Assessment of curricular components such as teaching, learning, evaluation, research extension, consultancy, infrastructure facilities, student support system, administration as well as innovative best practices will be done by team members. The team will also interact with head of departments to discuss on admission process, student performance, research facilities, activities in departments, students faculty achievements, research publications, awards won by students staff. 7th graduation day Bayan College to conduct 7th Graduation Day on Tuesday, Februvary 27, One hundred twenty-four students are graduating this academic year from various majors like Brodacasting, Journalism, Public Relations Endlish Literatur. The ceremony will be conducted under patronage of HE Sheikh Hamed Bin Hilal Al Maamari, Under Secretary of Ministry of Heritage Culture for Cultural Affairs at Mazoon College premises at Airport Heights- Seeb, Muscat.

2 2 JANUARY Muscat Campus Bayan College conducts Fire Safety training Bayan College held its first episode of Sustainable Development Program on Monday, February 12, The event was organized under patronage of Royal Oman Police. Mr. Khalid Abdullah Al Maamari, a senior student of Bayan College, welcomed dignitaries followed by an introduction by Dr. Nader S Fahim, InCharge-Dean of Bayan College. Lt. Col. Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Abdullah Al Shajbi was Chief Guest at event. Lt. Col. Said Mohammed Al Baddai presided over event as Guest of Honor. First Lieutenant Mohammed Ali Sulaiman Al Yahyai demonstrated Heimlich Manoeuvre, a life-saving technique to revive people who choke on food or or ingested material. He also demonstrated child resuscitation process with active participation from audience. Lt. Faisal bin Hamdan bin Ali Al Khatri, First Agent Abdul Aziz bin Sawalih bin Mohammed Al Balushi Agent Salim bin Issa bin Salim Al Badrani explained concept of fire extinguisher, difference between extinguishers for different types of fire safest way to operate m. A live demonstration was done on college campus on use of fire blankets ir effectiveness in controlling conflagrations in places like kitchen. The students staff benefited greatly from event, gaining fresh insight into safety in work place at home. Haya Haroun Al Husaini, one of students of Bayan College proposed vote of thanks. She appreciated dedicated efforts of team from Royal Oman Police efforts put in by staff students to make event colorful memorable. Bayan College looks forward to more similar events that would prove beneficial to college community society as a whole. Fire Drill condcuted by ROP Officials for students during safety training programme. First episode of 'Al Sabla' recording BEGINS compete in media industry while y are searching jobs after graduation.th college give more importance for shaping ir graduates to meet requirement of media industry. The first episode introduced Mr. Said bin Nasser Al Nahdi, a student at Bayan College as well as a success- BAYAN CAMPUS: The Media Club successfully recorded first episode of 'Al Sabla'. A program by students for students. The first episode invited poets from recent poetry show at Bayan College. The guests spoke about importance of traditional Omani poetry its significance in student activities. They also stressed on importance of student ac- tivities as a whole how y facilitate better growth in students. They concluded show with advice y felt students could use ir future work as poets. The programme help students to cultivate more practical skills during ir studies help m to incorperate ir ideas with lots of new experiments. The platform will make ful employee of government sector. Mr. Al Nahdi highlighted various aspects in relation to his job college life. He mostly focused on ideal balance between work life, his family his studies. Mr. Al Nahdi urged students to use ir time positively towards activities, devotion to completing study related tasks. The show also seeks to find secrets to success what advice guests may have for students, equipping m with an arsenal of ideas for ir own success in future. The show is made by students, for students. students effiecent to work in media industry while y graduate from Bayan College with diploma or bachelor degree. Students are involvng in this activity under guidance supervision of media academic staff studio manager. Bayan College always try to make ir graduates capable in doing practical work which help m to Bayan College, Affiliated with Purdue University Northwest-USA P.O Box-1842,PC-130,Al Azaibah Tel: /65/66 Volume 6 Issue 15

3 3 Campus Corner JANUARY Muscat Student Affairs Department Hosts Book Fair Attracts Students The Al Tanwir Club, in c o l l a b or at i o n with Alaa Library, The Mind Soul Book store, hosted second edition of Bayan College book fair in Bayan College premises from Sunday, 11th of February to Thursday, 13th of February lo Coelho; as well as or novels, stories historical journals in both English Arabic to cater to multifaceted student population of college. The fair strove to celebrate reading culture encourage students to engage in act of reading. pushed forward interests of faculty in inculcating reading as a habit rar than a chore, bringing students closer to books that may suit ir varying tastes. A student of college expressed her surprise at collection she encountered, I saw many books that actually made me consider buying m. I didn't expect to see something I liked. It The books included classic writers, such as Agatha Christie Pau- Professional Development Programme Under auspicious of Dr. Modi Juma Al-Ghailani, Dean of Al-Bayan College as part of Professional Development Program activities, Department of English Studies held a seminar on 09/11/2017. Dr. Lina Ibrahim, HoD of English Studies Department, presented a paper titled Zaabalawi: Nostalgia or Search for Spirituality. The presentation was an attempt to answer whetrher Naguib Mahfouz, author, meant story as a search for divine or as nostalgia for a beautiful past. The presenter highlighted changes that were taking place in Egyptian society as it was moving rapidly towards modernization. The characters presented demonstrated how thw society did in fact become a society that valued mate- material lelvel to spiritual level. The characters who repre- were all very much involved in life here now to extent that Music Composer. Here art symbolizes spirituality. Since we are now rial gains more than spiritual ones. As hero moved forward in search for Zaabalwai he moved far from sented change that was taking place were Sheik Qamar lawyer, Book Seller Local Sheikh. They y half-forgotten Zaabalawi. Hope is regained when heros meets The Calligrapher with creative people Zaabalawi is remembered as a source of inspiration to both characters, who in ir turn lead hero to his final destination, Sheik Wanas. It is while he is in company of Sheik Wanas, unconscious that he finally meets Zaabalawi for a short moment experiences content happiness. He experiences a pain-free moment, after which Zaabalawi disappears he has to continue his quest. Memebers of Deanship, English Studies, Media Foundation Departments attended presentation. Once presentation was over platform was given to audience for Q.A. Dr. Safwat, Dr.Nader, Dr. Ansari, Mr.Mundua, Ms.Melani asked some questions that triggered a constructive discussion with presenter. CV Interviewing Skills Workshop The college recently hosted a CV Interviewing Skills workshop, conducted by Ms. Aisha Ba Omer, an employee of Oman Telecommunications Company: Omantel. The workshop especially targeted graduating students so as to provide m with necessary skills to face job situations in real world. The workshop especially focused on preparation of professional CV with topics like what to include in one's CV (important certificates, achievements, etc.) correct language to be used when writing same, in case of job applications. The workshop concluded with pointers to use in a job interview: including before, Bayan College, Affiliated with Purdue University Northwest-USA P.O Box-1842,PC-130,Al Azaibah Tel: /65/66 d u r ing completion of interview. Th e rules of writing CV w i t h principles important guidelines were stressed like font style size, CV Length, format, components, accuracy contents of CV Mr.Amer Saif Salim Al Kalbani graduating student said, I learnt so much I hope I can use se things when I apply for a job, hopefully in four months. Volume 6 Issue 15

4 4 Bayan Campus Presentation Approaches Methods of English Language Teaching Dr. Mohamed Safwat Hassan, Head of Foundation Department, Bayan College, gave a presentation about Approaches Methods of English Language Teaching. Dr. Mohamed commenced his presentation with a brief introduction about status of English language worldwide nature of language. Then he introduced four different approaches methods of English language teaching. The first oldest method of English language teaching is Grammar Translation Method. He shed light on its nature main principles. This method focuses on two language skills: reading writing, neglects listening speaking. It pays great attention to translation from into target language. The teacher students use ir native language throughout class time. The second method is direct method which is considered a rebellion against Grammar Translation Method. This Method prohibits use of mor tongue in teaching a foreign language. Translation is not allowed at all, instead, teacher can use drawings, photos real objects to show meaning. The third method is Audio-Lingual Method or Military Method. This method is based on Behaviourism that considers language learning as a process of habit formation. According to this method, purpose of language learning is to learn how to use language to communicate. Finally presenter introduced Communicative Approach, which is based on belief that language is communication. This approach is a realistic one. In it, target language is a vehicle for classroom communication, not just object of study. Students are given an opportunity to express ir ideas opinions. Dr. Mohamed concluded that every method has its own merits demerits, that a clever teacher should select method or approach that suits his students skill he needs to develop. The audience consisted of memb e r s of English Studies, Foundation, M e d i a departm e n t s. Th e y showed a great interest in t o p i c. Towards end of p r e - sentation, 15 minutes were all o t t e d for Q.A. session. One of attendants spoke about little use of teaching translation because languages are not identical consequently re may be misundersting among people regarding what y read or listen to. The presenter elaborated that a translator is more concerned with ideas concepts than literal meaning of a certain word or phrase. Anor participant said that it is better to be exposed to language in its own country. The presenter commented that it is a good idea but not a realistic one as it is approximately impossible to send thouss of learners abroad to learn a foreign language for social financial purposes. A third participant raised issue of more appropriate for teaching target language: native or non-native speaker. The presenter explained that it would be more realistic if a wellqualified non-native speaker of language would be more appropriate for teaching a foreign language for financial, ethical cultural considerations. The presenter concluded session by thanking audience for ir attendance fruitful comments. Security, especially in this day age present a topic of constant concern amongst many. It is this belief that led to hosting of Selfdefence workshop at Bayan College. The workshop was presented by Mr. Farid Bin Mohammed Al Shehibi, a Karate Black Belt since The workshop was meant to spread awareness on importance of self-defence; moreover, to make its practice a part of one's daily routine especially when going out alone for shopping or or activities. The workshop mainly focused on women's safety various ways she can defend herself when faced with a potential attacker. Mr. Farid expounded on se ways through two cases that he presented during course of his talk; how a student must react when faced with a similar situation. Taking collective action formed a major part of workshop students discussed various ways in which Self-Defence Workshop on Karate y could help ir fellow individuals in dangerous situations. Mr. Farid brought his workshop to an end with a video based on real events that focused on vigilance, prudence, opportunity correct behaviour in case of a problem. Because of skills I learnt over course of this workshop I now fell more confident in my abilities. I always thought I was too small to protect myself if faced with an attacker, but Mr. Farid showed me that anyone, no matter how big or small, can defend mselves if done rightly. said a now more confident student. The workshop mainly focused on women's safety various ways she can defend herself when faced with a potential attacker. Mr. Farid expounded on se ways through two cases that he presented during course of his talk; how a student must react when faced with a similar situation. rmed a major part of workshop students discussed various ways in which y could help ir fellow individuals in dangerous situations. Mr. Farid brought his workshop to an end with a video based on real events in case of a problem. Cinema Club Launched in BC On Monday, 29th of January, Bayan College officially recognised 'Cinema Club' of Bayan College: A club for drama artistry in atre scene. In accordance with this, club organised a presentation highlighting its main goals objectives, introducing its main head members. The club aims to give a stage for students who want to exercise ir potential in atre performing arts. An excited student stated, I finally have a stage for my acting. I always wanted to take part in atre I am glad that I can now finally be a part of it. Film club is very imortnat considering a media college. Here students interact on new dramas new art movies even performance are future golas of club. The club will conduct various screening review sessions. The club will organise workshop inviting expert from industry. Bayan College, Affiliated with Purdue University Northwest-USA P.O Box-1842,PC-130,Al Azaibah Tel: /65/66 Volume 6 Issue 15

5 5 Campus Corner General Requirements Unit (GR U) Career Guidance Centre (CGC) jointly organized a workshop on Monday, 19 February, 2018 at Mini Multi Hall in Bayan College. The workshop was on Entrepreneurship skills & Interpersonal skills. Mr. Joseph Thampan delivered presentation to students of GR Unit. Mr.Thampan has been a LOTS coach with Scinavian leadership has been helping ind i v i d u a l s, teams organizations in achieving success through LOTS approach. He has also undertaken various speaking coaching assignments across world In accordance with 'Physical Activities Week for Private Higher Education Institutions' in Association with Ministry of Health; Bayan College hosted a two day workshop on 10th 13th of December, The event on 10th was presented by Dr. Amal Al Siyabi, from Ministry of Health. She discussed a variety of topics that included importance of physical activity, different types of physical activity it's importance on mental respiratory health, dangers of inactivity its damage on your body, or diseases. This workshop mainly targeted importance in which includes Berlin, Norway, Vienna, Istanbul Dubai etc. Mr. Thampan focused on important factors that make a successful entrepreneur. He looked in to examples of some of successful entrepreneurs in Oman around world key factors that made m successful. In second part raising awareness to significance of physical activity, as well as educating people in same. This workshop was of his presentation he focused on inter personal skills how it plays an important role in building a successful individual a business man. He looked into some oretical practical aspects of interpersonal skills. The workshop was very interactive with students raising lots of questions related to entrepreneurship interpersonal skills which followed by a presentation by Mr. Mohammed Al-Olayan, a coach from name on 13th of December. Workshop conducted on Entrepreneurship skills & Interpersonal skills prompted discussion on various issues. Mr. Haneesh Kumar, HoD of GR Unit gave welcome speech introduced speaker to audience. Dr.Nader, Dean In charge of Bayan College spoke about importance relevance of topic in Omani c o n t e x t. M r. H a m z a Juma Al Ghailani expressed gratitude of college community to Mr. Joseph Thampan by presenting him with a memento. Mr. Govind proposed vote of thanks to guest speaker expressed desire to have more similar interactive events in future. SPORTS Week CONDUCTED Mr. Olayan especially focused on importance of physical activity in children many diseases that could spread out of lack of physical activity. He furr suggested good nutritional habits importance role sports has in upkeep of body. I suddenly want to pick up a football go out play with my friends. I realised how much I need it. said a student in attendance of workshop. Presentation on "The Relevance of Shakespeare in 21st Century" Under auspicious of Dr. Modi Juma Al-Ghailani, respected Dean of Al- Bayan College, Halban, Sultanate of Oman, as part of Professional Development Program activities, Department of English Studies, headed by Dr. Lina Ibrahim, held a seminar on Thursday 09/11/2017 in which Mr.Haneesh Kumar (Department of English Studies) gave a presentation on "The Relevance of Shakespeare in 21st Century".. Mr. Kumar highlighted contributions of William Shakespeare in different areas of study ranging from philosophy psychology to politics public speaking. Shakespeare s plays offers something new every time it is read or while seen performed on stage. Most of timeless mes included in his writings are relevant to us because y represent how we feel even though y were written many years ago. We share emotions desires problems that are discussed in play it is se mes emotions that connect us to Shakespeare s play in 21st Century. A detailed analysis of play Julius Ceaser was also done. Shakespeare s contribution influence on English Language is anor area that Mr. Kumar looked into. Shakespeare has contributed more than 3000 words phrases to enrich language. The passages quotes from Shakespeare is something that can be studied or read in isolation enjoyed. If we look into contribution of playwright to film industry it is amazing. Shakespeare remains most filmed writer with around 1200 movies adaptations made based on his plays. His plays were adapted to different languages at different period which shows relevance of his plays in different cultural contexts different periods. Even though re were no women actors women were not considered as that important during Shakespeare s period, it did not prevent Shakespeare from creating powerful women characters like Lady Macbeth Viola. In that sense Shakespeare is a trend setter for modern writers. The last point discussed was bards contribution to atre. In discussion session that followed most of participants agreed that y use Shakespeare his quotes in areas like International politics speech writing etc. discussions were lively vibrant most of participants were involved. All Bayan College teaching staff headed by Dr. Lina Ibrahim, Head of Department of English Studies, heads of or academic departments: Media Foundation Studies enjoyed actively participated in seminar. BC Conducts Student Orientation for Spring The Department of Academic Advising Centre Student affairs, in association with Student Advisory Council, recently held an orientation for students (both old new) on 22nd of January, The orientation began with introduction of Student Council President various members. They gave a warm welcome to students for a new semester introduced challenges new environment of college life. The session especially focused on preservation of academic levels maintaining ir CGPA through studies keeping in touch with ir Academic Advisor. They were furr oriented on various facilities college had to offer, as well as many clubs activities in which students were encouraged to participate. They concluded by wishing students a great semester. I am excited to start my new semester as a college student. It is so different from school, I hope I do well. said an eager student. Students are urged to bring up any issues or queries with student affairs department. Whilw mentioning CGPA rule, importance of tracking performance from begining of semster meeting respective instructors, advisor AAC if any difficulties occur was specificaly mentioned. Each non-academic academic departments were briefed in detail. Importance of attending student activities held in collge every Monday was also stressed for new academic students. Bayan College, Affiliated with Purdue University Northwest-USA P.O Box-1842,PC-130,Al Azaibah Tel: /65/66 Volume 6 Issue 15

6 6 Bayan Bayan College Advisory Committee discusses promoting College s performance BAYAN: Bayan College Advisory Committee, which encompasses elites of Omani media, has held its 2018 first meeting on Februavary 21, Wednesday to discuss ways to promote College s performance. The Acting Dean, Dr. Nader Samy, gave a brief about College s outsting achievements during last years especially after moving to new campus. Then Dr. Fahdil Mohsen numerated Media Department s accomplishments like issuing Bayan Post two versions in Arabic English, TV Radio Studio, adding some courses like Omani Media Media Code to be taught in Arabic. This is in addition to MA program in Journalism Center to train students have m ready to merge into labor market. The Advisory mem- bers have also praised College training posts produced by College students. They also stressed role of colleges like Bayan College or universities to take ir part in directing students to follow up modern technology in media areas to be well qualified comprehensive journalists, be able to overcome challenges that nay face journalism, especially paper journals. The Advisory Committee has invited all media institutes to draw agreements with Bayan College to facilitate students join for practical training. The Committee has also called for formulating Parents Committee to act as a channel between College parents to be well oriented with ir children s progress, College s decisions development. At end of meeting, Advisory Committee members visited Studio, Editorial Room, library, Supporting Services which Bayan College provides for students. Media, anor for BA in Visual Communication. The members of Advisory Committee stressed importance of guiding following up graduates in labor market, hosting m later to convey ir experiences to present students. They also called for coordination with Ministry of Media s Training Journalism Club Conduct Workshop on Press Release Writing Bayan College hosted a press release workshop on January 10, during student activity hour, especially focused on public relations journalism students. The workshop was presented by Mr. Saif bin Suleiman Al-Muzaini, former editor of Al Shabiba Newspaper. He sought to cover many topics including press releases for daily news coverage, good writing style, accuracy of news, templates models to be used, so on. Students enjoyed a thourough representation of life of an editor. BC student, Ayoub Al Riyami, stated how he found session extremely informative Bayan Media Chief Editor: Dr.Modi AL Ghailani Initiative: Dr.Abhishek Singh Executive Editor: Ms.Kavitha Sumesh Kumar Credit: Bayan Bureau Bayan Students Design & Layout: Ms.Kavitha Sumesh Kumar well put, I will definitely use se skills in future. It was so helpful. he said. Press Release writing is very important while practicing Media as a profession. While practising media profession press release writing skills need to be developed wer in Public Relations profession or Journalism Profession "The programme was very helpful to clarify varius doubts with an expert person who has lot of experience in media industy", added Ayoob Bayan Attend Annual Celebration in SQU In response to Ministry of Media s invitation, Dr. Nader Samy, Bayan College s Acting Dean, accompanied by Dr. Abhishek, Media HoD, many of students went to attend Media Annual Celebration at SQU. The Ministers of Media, Culture Heritage have honored a big number of outsting national international journalists media men of different specializations. A Bayan College, Affiliated with Purdue University Northwest-USA P.O Box-1842,PC-130,Al Azaibah Tel: /65/66 short part of one of His Majesty s speeches, in which He stresses importance of Omani media its role in enhancing friendship cooperation relationships with international family, has been shown. This was followed by a play with title Ahd / Pledge to convey positive role that can be played by neutral media in spreading culture of peace love in world society. Then Minister of Media began to declare Ministry s accomplishments during past year. The celebration ended at 10 pm. Volume 6 Issue 15

7 7 Campus Corner QA Department Holds Workshop on Writing Commentary Quality Assurance Department conducted workshop on how to write commentary for each criteria in preparation of process of writing Bayan College s selfstudy report. Different series of orientation sessions are conducted to sensitizing stakeholders on quality assurance in college. The session brought toger all faculty staff The session also reminded three main topics related to academic accreditation system in Oman, preparations for writing college s self-study report method used in analysis of college performance. Ms. Rejni Jeffrey, head of QA Department briefed participants on commentary writing, saying that college has recently taken necessary steps to write self-study report to be submitted in August 2018 to Omani Authority for Academic Accreditation (OAAA), which will send a panel to college in December of same year to discuss report with college. She also said that college passed first stage of accreditation in February 2013 after an OAAA team General Requirement Unit (GRU) in Coalition with Clinic of Bayan College organizes first aid awareness program for students Saving Lives in Multi Hall. The programme was presented by Mrs. Nirmala Shetty, General Requirement Lecturer Mr. Hatim Abdisalaam, Bayan Student working in Oman LNG. Around 100 students attended programme. The program started with an introduction by Head of GR Unit, Mrs. Rejni who spearheaded this awareness program for students. She spoke about importance of First Aid how it saves lives before medical help arrives. Next Mrs. Nirmala Shetty (certified first aid visited college over three days to discuss overall performance of college with its various stakeholders, including board of directors, trustees board, teachers, students, staff. She also added that QA Department seeks, through such sessions, engaging different parties in its own activities listening to ir feedback to get better results in this regard. As explained in session, while writing commentary each indictor of specified criteria allotted have to be addressed covering all aspects in college, added Ms. Rejni. QA Associate, Dr. Ansari stressed importance of following ADRI quality cycle in assessing various activities done in college which was explained in orientation session. He also added that seminar stating that similar sessions will be organized in coming weeks. The session was also very intercative with Q&A Session sample commentary writing practice session where everyone participated. The seesion was highly appreciated. trainer) first presenter started by asking some questions about first-aid to students, who very actively answered, saying it s first help one can give to a person who has suffered sudden trauma or illness. She gave a short A delegation from Research Educational Network (OMREN) took time off ir busy schedule on Monday, 12th February, 2018 to pay a visit to Bayan College in Hallban campus. The delegation was led by OM- REN Director Dr. Abd u l m o n e m Al Kharusi. O m a n Research Educational Network ( O M R E N ) is a research based educational organization under The Research Council (TRC) with mate to enrich research education collaboration, improve research capacity to achieve sustainability in Oman. The purpose of visit of OMREN team to Bayan College was to sensitize academic staff of College on key activities of OMREN on benefits academic institutions get through accessing OMREN networks that are linked to ir data center. According to Dr. Abdulmonem, some of benefits academic institutions get through subscribing to OMREN membership are; optimized use OMREN Delegation Visits BC talk about importance of First aid. It is assistance given to any person suffering a sudden illness or injury with care provided to preserve life, prevent condition from worsening or to promote recovery. First aid can be performed by any layperson with some basic training willingness to do. The next presenter Mr. Hatim Abdisalaam (student in Media) working in Oman LNG, gave an elaborate presentation on First aid using a dummy performing CPR on it. He also presented a power point presentation gave a detailed talk in Arabic on how to administer first aid for unconsciousness, choking, bleeding, bleeding nose, poisoning burns. He also advised on how to hle people who meet with accidents. The students were very keen to learn actively participated in performing CPR asked questions on different injuries treatments. The college nurse also of existing infrastructure, high broadb width federated access to resources knowledge. Or benefits include; increased negotiation power influence as well as increased collaboration experience sharing.. Academic institutions such as Bayan College can connect, collaborate innovate in support of National Strategic plan Morning's with Bayan The Media Club has officially recorded ir first episode of Bayan College in-house talk-show, 'Bayan Morning.' on 30th f January The talk show will focus on conducting interviews inviting creative dialogue from various personalities who are successful in ir field of work. The show also seeks to find secrets to success what advice guests may have for students, equipping m with an arsenal of ideas for ir own success in future. The show is made by students, for students.the first episode introduced Mr. Said bin Nasser performed CPR explained in medical terms how it works to save lives of people. The program ended with a vote of thanks by Mrs. Rejni who highly appreciated presenters to transform Oman into a knowledge-based economy Dr. Abdulmonem explained. He said that through subscribing to OMREN, Bayan College sts to benefit in using platforms such as eduroam which is an educational platform for researchers around world Internet2 which is a platform that can be used to network universities around world particularly for research collaborations experience sharing. The Acting Dean of Bayan College Dr. Nada Sammy thanked OMREN delegation for sensitization on OMREN activities said that academic networking research collaborations are some of key 21st century activities for academic institutions. Al Nahdi, a student at Bayan College as well as a successful employee of government sector. Mr. Al Nahdi highlighted various aspects in relation to his job college life. GRU in Coalition with Clinic conducts Saving Lives -Awareness Programme acknowledged ir dedication sincerity. Members of Students affairs committee too acclaimed this initiative said y look forward to many more creative enterprises in future. Bayan College, Affiliated with Purdue University Northwest-USA P.O Box-1842,PC-130,Al Azaibah Tel: /65/66 Volume 6 Issue 15

8 8 Campus Corner Hope Remains in Life - an initiative by PR club of BC Under auspices of Dr. Saleh al Fahdi, President of Qayyim Center; Bayan College (BC) represented by Public Relations Group introduced a one day event workshop titled, Hope remains in life. This initiative was introduced in solidarity with cancer patients, brought awareness in relation to availability completion of treatment for same. Additionally, it sought to recognise Omani Cancer Society in Muscat, The Hamad Al Khairi Group Vocalist, Makram Al Jabri for ir support promotion of cause; as well as Will Never Forget You initiative in honour of Mr. Said Al Habsi, a cancer patient first Kidney Donor of Sultanate. The event started off with a monodrama to simulate co-existence of cancer patients with ir disease. It brought to light daily struggles challenges of living with cancer was received warmly by students. This drama was followed up with a workshop by Ms. Mona Al-Oufia, employee of Omani Cancer Society. The workshop was aimed at introducing students to symptoms of disease. Moreover, it threw light upon many achievements of society since its establishment in year It really opened my eyes to a lot of things about disease. The workshop was very enlightening drama was especially interesting. I learnt a lot. said Ms. Al Zahra Al Fori, a student at Bayan College. The event concluded with students visiting various presentations set up in Bayan College Foyer learning more about disease. Public Relations Club representatives said that inititiation to conduct such programme was inspired from increasing number of cancer patients in society. "Among students it is very necessary to do awareness sessions especilay considering a college where majority are youngsters y need to set a healthy lifestyle inorder not to get into bad practice of having a bad lifestyle with all junk foods, which is one among reason specified by experts in world", added PR Club representatives. The PR Club also said that more programme are in ir plan for this semester. Qa in Higher Education Institutions Quality Assurance Associate, Dr. Mohammed Quamruddin Ansari presented a seminar on topic Quality Assurance in Higher Education Institutions in Meeting Room. Dr Ansari conducted seminar by specifying importance of maintaining quality in higher education institutions through different aspects. Quality means something better than ors of same kind. Quality doesn t happen automatically, it is a long drawn process consistently adhered to monitored. Quality assurance is a set of processes policies which ensure that quality is purposeful, exceptional, transformative accountable. HEIs should conduct a rigorous SWOT analysis to chart out its strengths & weaknesses; pinpoint its available opportunities & prepare for impending threats. To maintain enhance overall qualitative environment, HEIs must develop a mechanism of quality cycle based on ADRI- Approach, Deployment, Results Improvement. This quality cycle revolves around four questions: What is purpose that needs to be achieved? (Approach), What are resources which are being employed to achieve that purpose? (Deployment), What are evidences to show achievement of purpose? (Results) How are evidences being used to implement ongoing improvement? (Improvement). HEIs should align ir various activities under canopy of Quality Assurance Office which monitors & reviews overall quality enhancement environment. This unit should be strengned all or units of HEIs must be pegged to this office. This will put in place system that will grease wheel of quality cycle resulting in improvement of quality culture which promotes a culture of responsibility & accountability. To conclude, it would be fair to quote Henry Ford: Quality means doing it right, when no one is looking. QAD Conducts a Week Apprise Sessions HALBAN: Quality Assurance Department (QAD) of Bayan College during internal review is monitoring core functions activities of college by conducting a week session to apprise all departments with expectations of ir performances. Time to time tracking reviewing work process performance of each department in College can improve quality to identify requirement, said Dean, Dr.Modi Juma Al Ghailani. The agenda of session is attention to job description, awareness of College bylaws to acquaint both academic administrative staff of ir roles responsibilities as stakeholders. Dr.Modi also said that QAD of Bayan College always take initiative to monitor work carried out in each department takes necessary steps to improve quality smooth functioning of academic non-academic departments. The objective of this action plan of QAD is to self-assess identify areas that require support enrichment re by warrant quality in each department, said Head of Quality Assurance Department, Ms.Rejni Jeffrey. In connection to appriase sessions various or activities are performed by QAD while Bayan College is going through stard assesment process. The college as a whole including academic non-academic staff is involved in process of prepartion throughout process from commentary writing. Different sessions are been conducted from year 2013 as part of preparation. Different sessions like importnace of quality audit, ADRI Approach in writing commentary Institutional stard assessment procedure were held one after or to keep all staff involved in process also review meeting on process is carried out every now n to update everyone in college. Q A D takes initiative in monitoring quality of providing quality education considering all factors in college by studying, analysing, reviewing correcting. The college operates under supervision of Ministry of Higher Education, Oman it is affiliated with Purdue University Northwest, USA. The college offers specialized programs in Journalism, Broadcasting, Public Relations, Advertising, English Professional Writing English Literature. Printed, Edited Published by Bayan College Muscat. Chief Editor: Dr. Modi Juma AL Ghailani. Executive Editor Designer: Ms. Kavitha Sumesh Kumar. For Private Circulation Only.