Faculty Profile
Name : PRISCILLA NANCY. S
Designation : Librarian
Qualification : B.Com, DCA, Dip. In Computer Application Dip in IATA, B.LISc., M.LISc.,
Email id : priscilla@claretcollege.edu.in
Years Of Experience :
8 ½ years in Health Care Industry.
16 Years - Librarian in St Claret College
Professional Qualification
| Professional Qualification Name | Programme | Institution/University | University | Year of Passing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Post-Graduation | M.LISc. | Alagappa University, Karaikudi, Tamilnadu | Alagappa University, Karaikudi, Tamilnadu | 2014 |
| Under-Graduation | B.LISc. | Alagappa University, Karaikudi, Tamilnadu | Alagappa University, Karaikudi, Tamilnadu | 2011 |
| Under-Graduation | B.Com | Madras Christian College, Tambaram, Chennai | University of Madras, Chennai | 1996 |
Industry Experience
| Position | Company | Years of Service |
|---|---|---|
| Secretary | Sankara Nethralaya (Medical Research Foundation), Chennai | 4 ½ years |
| Secretary | Church of South India Hospital, Bangalore | 4 years |
Books/Chapters/Articles in Books
| Sl. No. | Title | Publisher & Place of Publication | ISBN No./ISSN No. | Month & Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Library Networking and Consortia | International Journal of Research and Analytical Review Journals (An International Open Access Journal / Approved by ISSN and UGC) | E-ISSN 2348-1269 P-ISSN 2349-5138 |
Volume 8, Issue 2/160 May 2019 |
| 2 | Implications of Social Networking Technologies (SNT) in Library Services: It’s possible Implications on Libraries | International Journal of Research and Analytical Review Journals (An International Open Access Journal / Approved by ISSN and UGC) | E-ISSN 2348-1269 P-ISSN 2349-5138 |
Volume 6, Issue 2/157 May 2019 |
| 3 | Information Searching: The Impact of User Knowledge on User Search Behavior | Aruhu Kuruhu Anveshane (Special Issue) (UGC Listed and Peer Reviewed Bilingual Journal) | National Vol. 13, Special Issue 49 Pages 322–328 |
July–September 2022 |
| 4 | Enhancing Resource Sharing Through Library Networking: Challenges and Solutions | Journal of Fundamental and Comparative Research Shodhasamhita (UGC CARE Approved, Peer Reviewed and Referred Journal) | Vol. X No.3 (II):2023 ISSN: 2277-7067 |
2023 |
| 5 | A Comprehensive Exploration of Library and Information Services and their ICT Applications | Integrated Publication (Kalpisu: Convergence of Disciplines of Knowledge, Volume 1) | ISBN: 978-93-5834-936-8 | 2023 |
| 6 | Information Seeking Behaviour of Commerce: A Comparative Study of Faculty Members and Postgraduate Students of St. Claret College, Bangalore, Karnataka, India | European Chemical Bulletin | ISSN: 2063-5346 DOI: 10.4807/ecb/2023.12.s14.1423 |
2023 |
| 7 | Understanding AI Perceptions among Academic Library Staff: A Diffusion of Innovations Perspective | Integrated Publication (Kalpisu: Volume 3, Integrated Publications, New Delhi. Convergence of Disciplines of Knowledge) | ISBN: 978-93-5834-177-5 E-Book ISBN: 978-93-5834-134-8 |
March 2025 |
| 8 | The Role of Peer Influence through Social Networks on Investment Decisions (Title: Generative AI Insights for Financial Decision Making) | IGI Global Scientific Publishing | ISBN13: 9798337312507 Softcover: 9798337312514 EISBN13: 9798337312521 DOI: 10.4018/979-8-3373-1250-7.ch016 |
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| 9 | “Zero-Knowledge Proofs: Enhancing Data Privacy” Paper ID: ICMSEE – 627 Conference proceeding. | Scopus Indexing International Symposium on Contemporary Intelligence Computation of Materials Science and Energy Engineering (ICMSEE) | Paper ID: ICMSEE-627 | Conference: 09–10 May 2025 |
Conferences/Seminars Attended
| Sl. No | Name of the Conference/ Seminar | Organized by | Regional/National/ International | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Re-Inventing and Restructuring Public Library System in India | Karnataka State SC/ST Library Professionals Association (R) | Regional | July 28, 2012 |
| 2 | One-Day international conference on People Connect: Networking for sustainable Development | St. Claret college, Bangalore | International | Nov 10, 2017 |
| 3 | One-Day National conference on Thinking Local Going Global “Entrepreneurship and Digitalization” | St. Claret College, Bangalore | National | Nov 13, 2018 |
| 4 | Zero-Knowledge Proofs: Enhancing Data Privacy Paper ID: ICMSEE – 627, Scopus indexing “International Symposium on Contemporary Challenges on Intelligence Computation of Materials Science and Energy Engineering” | ICMSEE’25 Conference proceeding, organized by Debre Tabor University, Ethiopia | International | May 9–10, 2025 |
Workshops/FDP/Training Programme Attended
| Sl. No | Workshops/FDP/Training Programmed Attended | Organized by | Regional/National/ International | Year/Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Faculty Development Program | Fr. Jose | Institutional | May 22–24, 2015 |
| 2 | Faculty Development Workshop on Scientific Research Paper Writing | Fr. Sabu George, Vice Principal, St. Claret College, Bangalore | Institutional | Nov 24 & 25, 2014 |
| 3 | Faculty Development Program on Communication Skill | Dr. Paulson Veliyannoor | Institutional | September 15, 2012 |
| 4 | One-Day Workshop on “DELNET Discovery Services, Open Source Software, Emerging Trends in LIS Services, Communication Skills for LIS Professionals and Academic Integrity” | Organized by DELNET – Developing Library Network New Delhi in Collaborating with Christ University, Bangalore. | Institutional | April 11, 2017 |
| 5 | How to prepare Research Paper | Dr. Monica Forret, Ambrose University, Davenport, USA | Institutional | Nov 11, 2017 |
| 6 | Intellectual Property Rights, Copyright, Trade Mark and Patent | Dr. Feroz Ali, IPR Chairperson, IIT-Chennai & IPR Cell, St. Claret College, Bangalore | Institutional | January 7, 2019 |
| 7 | Entrepreneurship | IIEM, Calcutta & Organized by Department of Commerce, St. Claret College | Institutional | December 2018 |
| 8 | Emotional Intelligence | ICT Academy (2-day FDP Organized by Department of Computer Science, St. Claret College, Bangalore) | Institutional | May 3 & 4, 2019 |
| 9 | Spirituality and Organizational Commitment | Vyasa University & Organized by IQAC Department, St. Claret College, Bangalore | Institutional | May 22, 2019 |
| 10 | One Day Workshop for Librarians on implementation Challenges of RFID Technology & Koha ILMS" held on at Presidency University Bangaluru jointly. | organized by RapidRadio Solutions private Limited, Ahmedabad & Presidency University, Bengaluru | Institutional | July 13, 2019 |
| 11 | Innovative Teaching Practices | Prof. Prashant R. Nair, IQAC Chairperson, Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham | Institutional | August 17 & 18, 2019 |
| 12 | Research Methodology and Data Analysis using SPSS (FDP) | St. Claret College, Bangalore (Organized by Research Promotion Cell and Department of Commerce PG) | Institutional | 11.05.2020 to 18.05.2020 |
| 13 | IPR and Patent Drafting | St. Peter’s Institute of Higher Education Research, Chennai (Organized by IQAC) | Institutional | 14.05.2020 |
| 14 | Library and Scholarly Communication Services | Alagappa University, Karaikudi (Organized by Department of Library and Information Science) | Institutional | 14.05.2020 |
| 15 | Cybersecurity, Safety and Privacy in Today’s Digital World | Kalindi College Teaching Centre, University of Delhi (Organized by Kalindi College NCWEB) | Institutional | 17.05.2020 |
| 16 | Right to Information Act | Vidhya Vardhini’s Anna Sahib Vartac College of Arts, Palghar Organized by IQAC. | Institutional | 18.05.2020 |
| 17 | Emerging Trends of Library and Information Science | Mohanlal Sukandia University, Udaipur. Organized by Department of Library and Information Science. | Institutional | 18.05.2020 |
| 18 | Exordium of SPSS | Lisquiz.com & Madras Library Association | Institutional | 20.05.2020 |
| 19 | Importance of Information Literacy skills during Pandemic situation | GTN Arts College, Tamilnadu. Organized by Central Library and Department of Library & Information Science | Institutional | 20.05.2020 |
| 20 | 15 Days International Level webinar on Library and Information Science in the context of Changing Environment | Mahatma Gandhi Central University, Motihari Organized by Department of Library and Information Science. | International | 21.05.2020 to 06.06.2020 |
| 21 | Reverse Migration and Skill Development of Women Entrepreneurs | Manipal University, Jaipur, Central Library – Reader’ Forum | Institutional | 22.05.2020 |
| 22 | Open Educational Resources | Perivar University, Pappireddipatte, Dharmapur Organized by PRUCAS Library | Institutional | 24.05.2020 |
| 23 | International Webinar on Upskilling Librarian in the age of Covid 19 | Geetha Jeevan Arts and Science College, Tutucorin Organised by Centre for Library & Learning Resources. | International | 26.05.2020 |
| 24 | International Webinar on Now and Next: Libraries of the Future | Knimbus | International | 28.05.2020 |
| 25 | One day workshop – Role of Digital Libraries in Academic Research | Davengere University Central Library, Davengere Organized by Central Library | Institutional | 30.05.2020 |
| 26 | Advancement in Extending Library and Information Services for Academic Excellence | Poornima College of Engineering, Jaipur Organized by Department of Library. | Institutional | 01.06.2020 |
| 27 | Cyber Media in a New World Order | Delhi Metropolitan Education, Delhi | 01.06.2020 | |
| 28 | 3 days International Webinar on Post Covid 19: Challenges and Opportunities for Libraries and Library Professionals | Andhra University, Vishakapatnam | International | 03.06.2020 to 05.06.2020 |
| 29 | National Level Webinar on Open Access Educational E-Resources | Ramco Institute of Technology, North Venganallure, Rajapalayam. Organized by Department of Library | National | 06.06.2020 |
| 30 | Corporate Social Responsibility During the Covid -19 Crises | Indian Academy, Bangalore. Organized by Department of Humanities | Institutional | 04.07.2020 |
| 31 | 4 Day International Faculty Development Programme on Data Drives | Bishop Cotton Academy of Professional Management, Bangalore Organized by Department of computer Applications | International | 15.07.2020 to 18.07.2020 |
| 32 | “Paradise: a Quiz for every book lover” | Central Library, Agnel Institute of Technology, Assagao, Goa. | National | 18.07.2020 |
| 33 | National Webinar on RFID in Libraries: Standards and Expanding Use- Cisco WebEx Platform | Library and Information Science Professionals Associations, Assam | National | 26.07.2020 |
| 34 | National Webinar on Corporate Moral Excellence | Jyoti Nivas College, Bengaluru. Organized by Department of Commerce and Management | National | 27.07.2020 |
| 35 | Bibliotherapy for All During Pandemic and Crowdsourcing and Crowd Funding For Libraries | Madras Library Association, Soka Ikeda College of Arts and Science for Women and Lis Ved Academy. | Institutional | 02.08.2020 |
| 36 | National Webinar on Research Intelligence and Scholarly | Einstein College of Arts and Science, Tirunelveli, Tamilnadu | National | 03.08.2020 |
| 37 | National Webinar on NAAC Accreditation Criterion Wise Documentation Preparation | B S. Government College, Depalpur, Indore | National | 09.08.2020 |
| 38 | Webinar on “Policy Highlights and Implications of National Education Policy 2020” | Centre of Educational and Social Studies, St Claret College, | Attended | 19.08.2020 |
| 39 | Webinar on Library Beyond Walls | Libraries of Bharativa Mahavidyalaya, Amravati and Bharitiva Mahavidyalaya, Morshi | Attended | 20.08.2020 |
| 40 | 3 days International Webinar on “Environmental Theatre and Language Teaching” | Department of English, Madras Christian College, Chennai | International | 24, 25, and 29. Aug, 2020 |
| 41 | International Webinar on “Youtube as an informal Learning Platform for Library Professionals | Nehru Institute of Engineering and Technology, PK Das Knowledge Fort, T M Palayam, Coimbatore. | International | 26.09.2020 |
| 42 | International Webinar on “Success Mantra of an Entrepreneur” | Department of Management Studies, Nehru Institute of Engineering and Technology, Coimbatore, Tamilnadu, Accredited by NAAC, Recognized by UGC with Section 2(f) and 12(B) | International | 11.10.2020 |
| 43 | One day National Level Webinar on “Impact of New Farm bills on Rural Economy” | PG Department of Commerce in association with IQAC PES College of Science, Arts and Commerce Madya. | National | 16.10.2020 |
| 44 | National Webinar on contributions of Nobel Prize Winners in Economics 2020 (Auction Theory) | Department of Economics, Kristu Jayanti College Reaccredited “A” Grade by NAAC | National | 22.10.2020 |
| 45 | One week National level FDP on the topic “New Directions in Teaching-Learning” | Department of Humanities, St. Claret College Bengaluru | National | 23.11.2020 to 30.11.2020 |
| 46 | Global standards in Library Science – 3 | Department of Library and Information Sciences, Sehadripuram Evening Degree College | National | 20.04.2021 |
| 47 | Professional Development Programme on Office365 | Department of Sciences St. Claret College, Bengaluru NAAC Accredited | Institutional | 27.05.202 to 29.05. |
| 48 | AICTE-DCRUST Sponsored One Week National Online Faculty Training Programme (FTP) “Research Methodology for Librarians, Faculty Members and Research Scholars” | University Library Deenbandhu Chhotu Ram University of Science and Technology Murthal, Sonepat, Haryana, INDIA | Attended and Passed in the Exam | 05.07.2021 TO 10.07.2021 |
| 49 | Professional Development Program on “IRINS” | Library and Resource Centre, St. Claret College, Bangalore Karnataka | Institutional | 17.07.2021 |
| 50 | 7 days International Workshop on Artificial Intelligence | St Claret College, NAAC Accredited, Bangalore 560 013 | Attended | 15.11.2021 to 21.11.2021 |
| 51 | DELNET and EWRI Webinar on “Best Practices off E-Waste Management in Institutions: | DELNET Developing Library Network | National | 28.02.2022 |
| 52 | Professional Development Workshop on Professional Communication | Department of Humanities St. Pauls College, Bengaluru | Institutional | 03.03.2022 |
| 53 | 8 day Faculty Development Program “Research Methodology using ChatGPT and AI tool” | PG Department of Computer Applications, The Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) and Lincoln University College Marian Research Centre (LUC MRC) of Marian College Kuttikanam (Autonomous) The Kerala State Higher Education Council | National level | 21.09.2023 to 29.09.2023 |
| 54 | 7 days FDP Completed On “Innovative Teaching and Learning Pedagogy” | Research Foundation of India | Attended | 26.06.2023 to 30.06.2023 |
| 55 | 7 days FDP Completed On “Innovative Teaching and Learning Pedagogy” | Research Foundation of India (Council of Academic Research and Educational Organisation) | Attended | 18.06.2025 to 24.06.2025 |
| 56 | “Navigating the Nuances of Research” Organized by Department of Commerce (CA) | Sri, S. Ramasamy Naidu Memorial College, Sattur | National Level | 21.07.2025 to 28.07.2025 |
MOOC/SWAYAM/NPTEL COURSE:
| Date | No of Days | Activity type | Title of the program & Subject | Level | Organized by |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| From 1st Dec 2020 to 31st March 2021 | 17 weeks | ARPIT-AICTE | ARPIT Course in Emerging Trends & Technologies in Library & Information Services (ETTLIS) | National | Indian Institute of Technology Delhi |
| From 08.02.2023 to 14.02.2023 | 2 weeks | RCMOOC Refreshers Course | Teaching-Learning Methods | National Grade A | Teaching Learning Centre, Ramanujan College, University of Delhi |
| From 30.09.2023 to 14.10.2024 | 2 weeks | RCMOOC Refreshers Course | Library Sciences | National Grade A | Teaching Learning Centre, Ramanujan College, University of Delhi |
Current Professional body memberships:
| Sl. No | Professional Body | Membership No. | Validity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | MADRAS LIBRARY ASSOCIATION | 3126 | Life Membership with effect from 09.10.2020 onwards |