Commerce Mentoring Meeting Guides Students at KWC

Commerce Mentoring Meeting for Student Development

The Commerce Mentoring Meeting organized by the Department of Commerce and Banking & Finance, Kamaraj Women’s College, Thoothukudi, was held on 28 August 2026 at 1.30 p.m. The meeting aimed to provide individual guidance and support to students and contribute to their academic and personal development.

During the Commerce Mentoring Meeting, faculty mentors interacted individually with their respective mentees. The discussion focused on important areas such as mobile phone usage, screen time, healthy eating habits, effective study methods and time management. Moreover, the students received practical guidance to help them maintain a balanced lifestyle and remain focused on their academic goals.

Objectives of the Commerce Mentoring Meeting

The programme focused on the following objectives:

• Provide individual guidance and support to students
• Understand the academic and personal needs of each student
• Create awareness about responsible mobile phone usage
• Encourage students to manage their screen time effectively
• Promote healthy eating habits
• Guide students towards effective study methods
• Develop better time-management skills
• Encourage students to maintain a balanced lifestyle
• Help students remain focused on their academic goals

Thus, the meeting combined academic mentoring, lifestyle guidance and individual student support.

Individual Interaction with Students

Individual interaction formed an important part of the meeting. The faculty mentors interacted personally with their respective mentees and discussed their academic progress, daily habits and areas that required improvement.

Moreover, the individual interaction gave students an opportunity to communicate their difficulties openly. The mentors listened to their concerns and provided suitable suggestions based on their individual needs.

As a result, the session created a comfortable environment for meaningful communication between students and faculty mentors.

Guidance on Mobile Phone Usage and Screen Time

The mentors gave particular attention to mobile phone usage and screen time among students.

Students were advised to reduce unnecessary mobile phone use and avoid spending excessive time on activities that could affect their studies. Furthermore, they were encouraged to use digital devices responsibly and mainly for productive purposes.

The mentors explained that controlling screen time can help students make better use of their daily schedule. Therefore, students were encouraged to maintain a healthy balance between technology, academic activities and personal responsibilities.

Promoting Healthy Eating Habits

The meeting also highlighted the importance of healthy eating habits in maintaining an active and balanced lifestyle.

The mentors encouraged students to follow regular food habits and make responsible choices in their daily routine. In addition, they explained that proper eating habits can help students remain active and attentive during academic activities.

Students were therefore encouraged to give adequate importance to their well-being while working towards their educational goals.

Developing Effective Study Methods

Another important area of discussion was the need to follow effective study methods.

The mentors encouraged students to develop a proper study schedule and avoid depending only on last-minute examination preparation. Instead, they were advised to study regularly and revise their lessons at suitable intervals.

Furthermore, students were encouraged to identify learning methods that suited their individual needs. A planned and consistent approach can help them understand their subjects better and manage their academic responsibilities effectively.

Importance of Time Management

The mentors also emphasized the importance of time management in student life.

Students need to balance academic work, personal responsibilities, rest and other activities. Therefore, they were encouraged to prepare a suitable daily schedule and give priority to important tasks.

In addition, the mentors advised students to avoid unnecessary delays in completing academic work. Good time-management practices can help them reduce pressure and maintain steady progress towards their goals.

Maintaining a Balanced Lifestyle

The Commerce Mentoring Meeting encouraged students to understand the connection between their daily habits and academic performance.

The mentors explained that academic development depends not only on studying but also on maintaining discipline and a balanced daily routine. Therefore, students were encouraged to manage their screen time, eating habits, study schedule and personal responsibilities carefully.

Furthermore, the session motivated students to identify habits that could affect their progress and make suitable improvements.

Understanding Individual Student Needs

The individual mentoring process helped faculty members understand the needs, difficulties and areas requiring improvement among their mentees.

Students received an opportunity to discuss their concerns personally with their mentors. Following this, the faculty members provided appropriate suggestions and guidance.

This personalized approach strengthened communication between mentors and students. Moreover, it encouraged students to seek faculty support whenever they faced academic or personal difficulties.

Mentors and Coordinators

The meeting was attended and coordinated by the following faculty mentors:

• Dr. P. Aruna Devi
• Mrs. Shunmuga Nirmala
• Dr. E. Essakiammal
• Dr. V. Devi Sathya
• Mrs. G. Akila
• Mrs. V. Suganthi
• Mrs. G. Lakshmi Priya

The mentors provided individual attention to the students and encouraged them to make positive improvements in their academic and everyday routines.

Programme Outcomes

The Commerce Mentoring Meeting provided several meaningful outcomes for the participating students. Through the individual interactions, students were able to:

• Receive personalized guidance from their faculty mentors
• Discuss their individual needs and difficulties
• Understand the need to reduce unnecessary mobile phone usage
• Become more aware of responsible screen-time management
• Recognize the importance of healthy eating habits
• Learn effective approaches to studying
• Understand the value of following a proper study schedule
• Develop better time-management practices
• Recognize the importance of maintaining a balanced lifestyle
• Remain focused on their academic and personal goals

Consequently, the programme supported students in developing better academic habits, responsible lifestyle choices and greater self-discipline.

Strengthening the Mentor–Mentee Relationship

The meeting played an important role in strengthening the relationship between faculty mentors and students.

Regular individual interaction helps mentors understand the progress and challenges of their mentees. At the same time, students gain confidence in approaching faculty members whenever they require guidance.

Therefore, the mentor–mentee system serves as an effective platform for continuous communication and student-centred support within the department.

Conclusion

Overall, the Commerce Mentoring Meeting proved to be a useful and supportive initiative of the Department of Commerce and Banking & Finance, Kamaraj Women’s College.

The individual discussions on mobile phone usage, screen time, healthy eating habits, effective study methods and time management provided practical guidance for the students’ academic and personal development. Most importantly, the mentors were able to understand the individual needs and difficulties of their mentees and provide suitable suggestions.

The meeting successfully encouraged students to maintain a balanced lifestyle, develop responsible habits and remain focused on their academic goals. It also strengthened the bond between mentors and students while reinforcing the department’s commitment to providing personalized guidance and continuous support for the overall development of students.