COVER LETTER AND RESUME
Xenophilius Longbottom
#532, Fantasy Strait
Neverland-000000
23 December 1820
Captain Jack Sparrow
C/o Black Pearl
103.6˚W 6.2˚S
Caribbean Sea
Sir
Apropos your advertisement published in the “Wild Times Of The Carribean ” dated 19 December 1820, I would like to apply for the post of Co-pirate in your ship. I truly believe that I have the relevant experience and temperament for the said post.
I have worked as an important member in the crew of “The Winking Lady”, the renowned pirate ship of Neverland for more than five years. In those years, I learnt the basic aspects of the pirate-community such as plundering, looting, and indulging in brawls besides other things. In addition, I developed my inherent skill in guiding the ship, operating the never-use-me compass, and acted as the substitute Captain when the “The Winking Lady” was stuck in typhoon Tiny.
After “The Winking Lady”, I joined “Mystic Martyr” as a Associate-Captain. This sojourn literally expanded my horizon to the end of Neverland. Along with Captain Martin Goosepimples, I managed a savage crew in addition to playing betting games. I was the Chief Canon Controller in the famous battle of Batterplies that ended in our side gaining a loot of over 25 gold caskets. Yet, this repertoire has left me with a burning desire to widen my capabilities. Black Pearl is not new to some of my former crewmates I “Mystic Martyr” are now in heaven only with her help. Hence, as the lone survivor of “Mystic Martyr”, I look forward to working on “Black Pearl” and exploring many more lands on her famous deck.
I look forward to discussing with you my qualifications for the job of the Co-pirate. In case you wish to contact me, you can send a mail to the address mentioned. ( I promise that the response to your letter would not take more than a month.)
Thank you
Yours sincerely
Xenophilius Longbottom
RESUME
Xenophilius Longbottom
#532, Fantasy Strait
Neverland -000000
Objective: To explore my talent in looting and plundering while enhancing my knowledge of the pirate world to get rich faster
Experience:
$ Worked as Associate-Captain in “The Mystic Martyr” for 3 years
$ Handled a precarious crew of 10 men, at the absence of the Captain
$ Planned strategies to win ‘The Battle of Batterplies’ as the Chief Cannon
Controller
$ Looted more than 25 sovereigns of gold as jewelry, 150 bags of gold coins, 50 barrels
of gun powder.
$ Single-handedly guided ‘The Winking Lady’ during typhoon Tiny
$ Lone survivor among the crew of ‘The Mystic Martyr’
Skills:
$ Modified many instruments including never-use-me compass, star-clock and the
Typhoon-finder
$ Expert in looting (especially gold ) from other ships in record time
$ Highly efficient in making other ships crew believe that I’m one of their own
$ Winner of many a brawl and betting games on the deck of “The Mystic Martyr” and
“The Winking Lady”
Date: 23 December 1820 Xenophilius Longbottom
Place: Neverland
Tuesday, March 16, 2010
Tuesday, February 16, 2010
Comments on Poetry Across the Ages
My favourite poem among the ones in the blog is Robert Frost,especially Stopping by the Woods on a A Snowy Evening.
It has a wonderful sound/musicality to it. The simplicity of the poem lies in its description of the snowy woods.
On the whole, it makes for a wonderful reading!
-Sarulakshmi C.S.
It has a wonderful sound/musicality to it. The simplicity of the poem lies in its description of the snowy woods.
On the whole, it makes for a wonderful reading!
-Sarulakshmi C.S.
Monday, February 15, 2010
Checklist
Here’s a checklist that you might just find useful in case of day
dreaming in class.
.......................................................................Yes/No
1. Are you seated in the comfortably-hidden last
bench in the class?
2. Is a double theory class lined up next in your
timetable or a 90-slide presentation headed your
way?
3. Is the weather highly-suited for daydreaming,
i.e. neither too hot nor rainy but just a gentle
breeze making you feel cosy?
4. Is the unit that you are dealing with filled
with too many words that involve the suffixes
“-metry “, “-sion/tion”,etc (half of
which you have no clue about)?
5. Is there a song / story/ movie that absolutely
refuses to leave your head irrespective of your
level of interest in the class?
6. Are you the recipient of a panoramic view (of
anything but the board) thanks to the window
right in your line of sight ?
7. Are you skilled enough to make-up some random
equations(ν=λυ ,etc)/theories related to the
subject in case of a rude interruption in the
middle of your daydream?
8. Is there a (non-daydreaming) friend next to
you to wake you up(gently) just in time for
attendance?
N.B: 1. This checklist has been made with the sole purpose of being an English assignment for the author has little experience in the topic discussed.
2.The author is not liable to bear any moral responsibility for any physical/
mental stress/damage incurred while reading or in any other regard to the checklist.
dreaming in class.
.......................................................................Yes/No
1. Are you seated in the comfortably-hidden last
bench in the class?
2. Is a double theory class lined up next in your
timetable or a 90-slide presentation headed your
way?
3. Is the weather highly-suited for daydreaming,
i.e. neither too hot nor rainy but just a gentle
breeze making you feel cosy?
4. Is the unit that you are dealing with filled
with too many words that involve the suffixes
“-metry “, “-sion/tion”,etc (half of
which you have no clue about)?
5. Is there a song / story/ movie that absolutely
refuses to leave your head irrespective of your
level of interest in the class?
6. Are you the recipient of a panoramic view (of
anything but the board) thanks to the window
right in your line of sight ?
7. Are you skilled enough to make-up some random
equations(ν=λυ ,etc)/theories related to the
subject in case of a rude interruption in the
middle of your daydream?
8. Is there a (non-daydreaming) friend next to
you to wake you up(gently) just in time for
attendance?
N.B: 1. This checklist has been made with the sole purpose of being an English assignment for the author has little experience in the topic discussed.
2.The author is not liable to bear any moral responsibility for any physical/
mental stress/damage incurred while reading or in any other regard to the checklist.
Sunday, December 6, 2009
Extended Definition-Paper
Extended definition- Paper
Paper is a thin material used for writing upon, printing upon or packaging. It is very difficult to find such a versatile, reliable material in our life as paper. It is true that paper has invaded almost all parts of our life in its myriad forms.
History of Paper
Paper is believed to have originated in Ancient China. The word paper derives from the Greek term for the ancient Egyptian writing material called papyrus, which was formed from beaten strips of papyrus plants. China used paper as an effective and cheap alternative to silk, letting them sell more silk, leading to a Golden Age. The use of paper spread from China through the Islamic world, where the first paper mills were built, and entered production in Europe in the early 12th century. Mechanized production of paper in the early 19th century caused a significant cultural change for exchange of information became faster leading to enhanced cultural ties between countries.
Preparation of paper involves breaking down of the chemical structure of lignin. This is to ensure that it becomes soluble in liquor to free it from the cellulose fibres. Thus the binding of fibres is due to the lignin present. Pulping frees the fibres to make pulp. There are two types of pulping- mechanical, chemical. However, chemical pulping is more preferable than mechanical method as it tends to increase the strength of the fibre produced. Moreover, the majority of heat and electricity required is produce by burning the raw material lignin.
The first step involved in the production of paper is removal of pulp from the cellulose fibres using the methods described. Water is removed from the pulp by pressing and drying. At this point paper is uncoated. The next step is to coat the paper with a layer of material such as Calcium, carbonate or clay. The paper thus finished is fed onto reels ,especially if it is to be used for web-printing.
Paper has been a part and parcel of our lives. It is one of the most versatile products today. From boxes to packaging material to books to decorations, uses of paper are limitless.
However, in rapidly growing world of today, where everything is getting digitized, paper may end up being extinct. The old world charm of the paperback will be rare and paper may become a seldom-seen material, peeking out only when an origami artists twists the magic material to create wonderful objects!!!
Paper is a thin material used for writing upon, printing upon or packaging. It is very difficult to find such a versatile, reliable material in our life as paper. It is true that paper has invaded almost all parts of our life in its myriad forms.
History of Paper
Paper is believed to have originated in Ancient China. The word paper derives from the Greek term for the ancient Egyptian writing material called papyrus, which was formed from beaten strips of papyrus plants. China used paper as an effective and cheap alternative to silk, letting them sell more silk, leading to a Golden Age. The use of paper spread from China through the Islamic world, where the first paper mills were built, and entered production in Europe in the early 12th century. Mechanized production of paper in the early 19th century caused a significant cultural change for exchange of information became faster leading to enhanced cultural ties between countries.
Preparation of paper involves breaking down of the chemical structure of lignin. This is to ensure that it becomes soluble in liquor to free it from the cellulose fibres. Thus the binding of fibres is due to the lignin present. Pulping frees the fibres to make pulp. There are two types of pulping- mechanical, chemical. However, chemical pulping is more preferable than mechanical method as it tends to increase the strength of the fibre produced. Moreover, the majority of heat and electricity required is produce by burning the raw material lignin.
The first step involved in the production of paper is removal of pulp from the cellulose fibres using the methods described. Water is removed from the pulp by pressing and drying. At this point paper is uncoated. The next step is to coat the paper with a layer of material such as Calcium, carbonate or clay. The paper thus finished is fed onto reels ,especially if it is to be used for web-printing.
Paper has been a part and parcel of our lives. It is one of the most versatile products today. From boxes to packaging material to books to decorations, uses of paper are limitless.
However, in rapidly growing world of today, where everything is getting digitized, paper may end up being extinct. The old world charm of the paperback will be rare and paper may become a seldom-seen material, peeking out only when an origami artists twists the magic material to create wonderful objects!!!
Friday, December 4, 2009
INSTRUCTIONS
RULES TO BE FOLLOWED IN THE COLLEGE LIBRARY
1.Leave your footwear outside.
2.Maintain silence inside the library.
3.Do not take any other book inside the library. Laptops can however be kept handy.
4.Switch off your mobile phones.
5.Do not tear any pages off the books. If damaged, the books have to be replaced within a week.
6.Use bookmarks. Do not fold any pages.
7.Return the books within the due date. A fine of Rs.2 will be collected for each day the book is delayed by.
8.Do not steal books. If found guilty, you will be severely punished.
1.Leave your footwear outside.
2.Maintain silence inside the library.
3.Do not take any other book inside the library. Laptops can however be kept handy.
4.Switch off your mobile phones.
5.Do not tear any pages off the books. If damaged, the books have to be replaced within a week.
6.Use bookmarks. Do not fold any pages.
7.Return the books within the due date. A fine of Rs.2 will be collected for each day the book is delayed by.
8.Do not steal books. If found guilty, you will be severely punished.
Friday, November 27, 2009
Scholarship Day Function at SSN
Scholarship day Function @ SSN
The onset of the month of November had the SSNites buzzing. As the D-day- 4 November 2009-arrived, the activities had reached a feverish pitch. The reason-the students' hard work during the previous year was being rewarded at the Annual Scholarship Day function. In addition, the college was gearing up to meet the esteemed Chief Guests for the day- the Union Minister for Human Resources and Development, Mr.Kapil Sibal and minister of Higher education for TamilNadu, Dr.Ponmudi.
The Management, staff of SSN College has always been encouraging and the scholarships awarded every year to the deserving students have been a motivating factor in the lives of many students. Hence, it comes as no surprise that SSN Scholarship Day Function is one of most-awaited events in the SSN Calendar. The scholarship Day Function began at 2.30 p.m.with a short prayer, followed by the distribution of scholarships to about 475 students from the First year BE students to MBA students of the college. Scholarships worth Rs.20 crore , on the whole were given away by Padma Bhushan Dr. Shiv Nadar, Founder, Mr. V.S.Arunachalam, former Scientific Advisor to the Minister of Defence,Government of India. The scholarships were awarded in four different categories- Merit Scholarships, Merit-cum-Means Scholarships, Walk-in-Walk-Out scholarships, Sports Scholarships. This was followed by a short tea break at 4 p.m.
The second part of the function witnessed the presence of the guests of Honour, Mr.Kapil Sibal, and Dr.Ponmudi. A brief audio-visual presentation about the life at SSN Campus highlighted the various aspects of the college including the e-learning initiative. Next, Ms.Kala Vijayakumar, President, SSN Institutions, introduced the Chief Guests for the day. Mr.Kapil Sibal and Mr. Ponmudi then gave away the four scholarships to one student representative of each category. Next, Dr.Ponmudi delivered the introductory keynote address, recounting his views on the state of education in India today, with some humorous anecdotes interspersed with the address. Mr.Kapil Sibal's concluding keynote address, on the other hand, began on a more serious note. Mr. Sibal emphasized the need to improve the standard of basic and higher education in India, in addition to developing the field of vocational education. He stressed the importance of research and building up of a knowledge base to bring the Indian education system on par with the international ones. A vote of thanks delivered by Dr.Shiv Nadar, brought this session to its close. But the show was far from over.
Here at SSN things are done differently. An elegant, simple Scholarship distribution ceremony, devoid of over-the-top-grandeur, certainly set SSN apart from the ordinary college. Yet, the cultural show that followed was anything but simple. It was a grand effort by the students of SSN.A violin concert by Bala, dance performance by Vaishnavi were part of the show. However, the highlight of the cultural show was a music performance by the famous playback singer Karthik. He gave voice to many popular film songs, keeping the audience enthralled. His melodic strains and enthusiasm provided an edge-of-the-seat, thrilling experience to the listeners, who thoroughly enjoyed the show. Thus, the event-filled evening came to a musical conclusion and it would be fair to say that the Scholarship Day function was a very memorable one, not only for the scholarship awardees and their families but to the SSNites overall.
Paragraph Writing-Preserving Environment
WAYS TO PRESERVE ENVIRONMENT
In today’s scenario, the future of humankind on the earth is dependant on the environment and its preservation is thus the need of the hour. Indiscriminate use of our valuable natural resources coupled with waste mismanagement has made us realize the importance of salvaging our environment. If we begin to work towards this goal by small measures now, we could reach a long way in safeguarding our environment. The first and foremost way to prevent damage to our surroundings is to control pollution. Segregation of waste into biodegradable and non-biodegradable rubbish at homes, minimizing the use of plastics or recycling plastic goods is a small step in this direction. In addition, we must utilize cleaner yet renewable sources of energy such as solar, wind or geothermal energy rather than depend on fossil fuels that lead to pollution. We must also prevent the use of sprays containing chlorofluorocarbons, which have been a major cause of ozone layer depletion. Another important way to conserve environment is afforestation. Trees are natural recyclers and use the carbon-di-oxide in air, thus maintaining its level in air. Flora and fauna constitute a part of environment. Hence, conservation of animals too, has a role in maintaining the ecological balance. This cone be done by making poaching a severe offence and hence punishable by law, and creating wildlife reserves to preserve endangered species and their habitat. Humans have a symbiotic (give-and-take) relationship with environment and if only, we follow the way of the Rs- Reduce, Reuse and Recycle; we could certainly rejuvenate and revive our environment to its former glory.
In today’s scenario, the future of humankind on the earth is dependant on the environment and its preservation is thus the need of the hour. Indiscriminate use of our valuable natural resources coupled with waste mismanagement has made us realize the importance of salvaging our environment. If we begin to work towards this goal by small measures now, we could reach a long way in safeguarding our environment. The first and foremost way to prevent damage to our surroundings is to control pollution. Segregation of waste into biodegradable and non-biodegradable rubbish at homes, minimizing the use of plastics or recycling plastic goods is a small step in this direction. In addition, we must utilize cleaner yet renewable sources of energy such as solar, wind or geothermal energy rather than depend on fossil fuels that lead to pollution. We must also prevent the use of sprays containing chlorofluorocarbons, which have been a major cause of ozone layer depletion. Another important way to conserve environment is afforestation. Trees are natural recyclers and use the carbon-di-oxide in air, thus maintaining its level in air. Flora and fauna constitute a part of environment. Hence, conservation of animals too, has a role in maintaining the ecological balance. This cone be done by making poaching a severe offence and hence punishable by law, and creating wildlife reserves to preserve endangered species and their habitat. Humans have a symbiotic (give-and-take) relationship with environment and if only, we follow the way of the Rs- Reduce, Reuse and Recycle; we could certainly rejuvenate and revive our environment to its former glory.
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