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GCC WORLD

“GCC World” is like a mirror on the wall, a mirror on which reflections of life, as it evolves on the campus are etched, thoughts and muses that bounce off and on are put down in black and white, opinions and voices that are aired, are given a space to be heard. “GCC World” is a monthly in-house Magazine of Garden City College which has an envious popularity to boast of.
Many have found "GCC World" the perfect platform to vent their creativity. Many a poetic expression of the world situation has blossomed in "GCC World". Many Journalists have found "GCC World" a perfect page to rewind the news as they unfurled. The innards of "GCC World" is entirely handled by the students with active support from the faculty. "GCC World" is a footstep onto a path of creative enrichment and talent enhancement of Gardenians. As the Gardenians crawl into the world of opportunities, "GCC World" is a path in the direction of realizing the innate talents and potential that is untapped in every Gardenian. It is a matter of pride to the Gardenians that the circulation of "GCC World" has crossed 15,000 copies and has reached over 70 countries.

FRESHERS' DAY
A very fun-filled day for the students where the first academic batch is introduced to the Garden City family. Organized by the seniors, this day leaves an indelible impression on the student's life in the College. Students gently walk up to the podium, introducing themselves to the rest of the GCC Family. This is followed by many entertaining programs, interactive games and events which make the budding minds get adhered to the new environment. The Freshers' Day also helps the young ones to get rid of homesickness, a very natural phenomenon.

TEACHERS' DAY
The occasion to pay homage and respect to the mentors who lend their hands always for the welfare of the students, diligently imparting knowledge, education and moulding the students' future. In it's modern day resurrection, the Guru-Shishya tradition is now venerated after the Chief Architect of India, Dr. Radhakrishnan, an eminent Teacher and former President of India. The day of his birth is taken as a reference point to recall the deeds of our teacher and to honor the profound relationship that exists between the teacher and the student. GCC on its part leaves it to the students to make their teachers' day as memorable as possible.

PARENT-TEACHER MEETING
- Where parents of all the students are invited to share concerns of their wards with the   teachers...
- Where the parents have a platform to receive first-hand information about their wards'   progress from the faculty...
- Where parents are welcome to raise any issues that they may have and mingle freely...

The Parent-Teacher Association at GCC is a strong interactive group that makes its presence felt by it's proactive involvement in the College activities. The PTA has a strong bonding with the Management contributing collectively to improve the academic and other environment at the campus. The PTA meetings are held regularly bringing together parents and teachers, offering the parents an opportunity to get first hand information on their ward's performance at the college. The concerns of the parents, if any, are addressed during these sessions.

NATIONAL SERVICE SCHEME
The NSS has a unit in the college operated by the NSS Officers and the student volunteers. Social services such as Blood Donation Camps, Sapling Planting etc., are the major functions of the NSS. The students conduct surveys in the nearby villages and promote health awareness. Regular health check-up camps are also arranged for the economically backward classes.

NATIONAL CADET CORPS
The National Cadet Corps (NCC) unit of GCC is under the 9th Karnataka Battalion. The NCC unit imparts discipline and leadership qualities among the students. The cadets undergo various kinds of training.