16 July 2026
St Joseph's College, Hassan, successfully conducted the second day of its Faculty
Development Programme (FDP) for the teaching staff on 15 July 2026. The day-long session
was led by Prof. Clement D'Souza, Former Professor, St Joseph's University, Bengaluru, on
the theme "The Effective Teacher: Enablers, Differentiators, and Professionalism in
Academia."
Drawing from over 35 years of teaching and administrative experience in Jesuit higher
education, Prof. D'Souza inspired the faculty through insightful sessions on institutional
development, understanding today's learners, and applying design thinking for effective
classroom management. His practical approach and wealth of experience made the
programme highly engaging and enriching, equipping faculty members with innovative
perspectives to enhance teaching excellence and professional growth.