About Nature Club

“If conservation of natural resources goes wrong, nothing else will go right,” says M. S. Swaminathan. These words encapsulate the essence of our existence on this planet. Nature, in its pristine form, is not just a luxury but a fundamental necessity for human life. Recognizing this, we introduce the Nature Club, a platform dedicated to fostering awareness and action towards environmental preservation.

The Nature Club operates on the belief that understanding and appreciating nature is the first step towards conserving it. Through a range of engaging activities, we aim to educate and inspire students about environmental issues. By becoming members of the Nature Club, students embark on a journey to explore and understand the intricacies of the natural world.

Aims and Objectives

Our club provides opportunities for students to immerse themselves in the study and admiration of the environment, offering diverse experiences such as field trips and educational workshops that deepen the connection between individuals and nature, allowing students to gain insights into the importance of preserving nature’s precious resources. The Nature Club is not just about raising awareness—it’s about taking tangible steps towards conservation. We encourage students to adopt eco-friendly habits and lifestyles that minimize waste generation, emphasizing the importance of waste management through practices such as source separation of waste and responsible disposal. The Club serves as a catalyst for positive change, empowering students to become stewards of the environment by instilling a sense of responsibility and respect towards nature. We strive to create a generation that values and protects the Earth’s natural bounty. Join us in our mission to conserve, preserve, and celebrate the wonders of our planet.

Objectives

• To create an appreciation for nature in young minds, for a better future.
• To promote harmony between humans and nature through a participatory approach.
• To ensure nature conservation and environmental protection through environmental education and awareness.

Activities

Extension/ Outreach

Group Walk

The Nature Club and NSS unit of Al Shifa College of Arts and Science collaboratively conducted a group walk from Akkaparamba to the college on 25 January 2024 as part of Public Transport Day, conveying the message, ‘We need Nature, and Nature needs us. Avoid private vehicles. Use public transport. Save nature.’ Mr. Anjel Juman. P, Assistant Professor of Economics and coordinator of the Nature club, delivered the welcome speech. Mr. Basheer Master, Standing Committee Chairman, Kizhattur Grama Panchayath, flagged off the group walk, and Ms. Saritha. K, Vice Principal, shared the programme’s message. All the students of the college actively participated in this eco-conscious initiative.

Campus Activities

Herbal Garden Cleaning Drive

The Nature Club at Al Shifa College of Arts and Science organized a cleaning drive at the college herbal garden and surrounding areas on 18 September 2023 and 22 November 2023, the students from the Nature Club actively participated in the cleaning programme. Mr. Anjel Juman, Assistant Professor of Economics and Coordinator of Nature Club, and Mr. Abdul Jaleel. C, Head, Dept. of Psychology, coordinated the programme. Number of beneficiaries is 14

Collaborations

Environment Day Observation – Climate Related Vocabulary

English Club, Al Shifa College of Arts and Science observed World Environment Day in association with Nature Club. In connection with the observance, a presentation on climate related vocabulary was organised on 5 June 2022 at 10.50 am in Lecture Hall 13. Febinsha Fahim, Student, Second Semester Psychology led the session. 14 members from English Club and Nature Club attended the session. She explained different words that related to climate. The programme was organised to enhance the vocabulary skills and to increase awareness on climate change among students.

Environment Day Observation – Recycle – An Eco-Art Workshop

The National Service Scheme, in collaboration with the Nature Club at Al Shifa College of Arts and Science, observed World Environment Day on 5 June 2023. A workshop on ’Recycle: An Eco-Art Workshop’ was conducted by Ms. Nishana. A, a second-semester B.A. Economics student, at 11 am in the college seminar hall. 37 members from NSS and Nature club attended the session. Plastic bottle gardening was also organized by the clubs. The volunteers brought waste plastic bottles and made hanging plant cases. Mr. Abdul Jaleel. C, the Head of the Department of Psychology and coordinator of the Nature Club, along with Mr. Irshad. K, Assistant Professor of Arabic and NSS Programme Officer, guided the volunteers.

Environment Day Observation – Herbal Plantation by Faculties

Part of World Environment Day 2023, the Nature Club and Staff Club of Al Shifa College of Arts and Science jointly organised Herbal Plantation by Faculties on 5 June 2023, with collaboration of Staff club at 2:30 PM on campus premises. Faculties brought different kinds of herbs, including aloe vera, Indian borage, jungle geranium, Indian lilac, tulsi, hibiscus, etc., and planted them. Faculty from all departments participated in the programme. Dr. Babu. P. K., Principal, ACAS, Mr. Abdul Jaleel. C., Head, Department of Psychology & Co-ordinator, Nature Club, Mr. Irshad. K., Asst. Professor, Arabic and NSS Programme Officer, Ms. Mini. V. K., Assistant Professor, Commerce, inaugurated the programme by planting an Aloe Vera plant. 16 Faculties participated in the herbal plantation drive.