Late Joseph Mundassery Memorial Lecture Highlights Emerging Trends in Commerce at St. Thomas College, Thrissur

Thrissur | November 3, 2025 — St. Thomas College (Autonomous), Thrissur, organized the Late Joseph Mundassery Memorial Lecture at the Kaviprathibha Hall, celebrating the visionary contributions of the former TEACH President. The event, hosted by the Research Department of Commerce, shed light on the evolving landscape of commerce and accounting.

Event Highlights

The memorial lecture, themed “Beyond the Balance Sheet: Emerging Trends in Commerce & Accounting,” featured CA Jeen Paul FCA, Former Chairman of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) – Thrissur Branch.
He discussed modern shifts in commerce, emphasizing the growing importance of analytical thinking and digital integration in accounting practices.

CA Jeen Paul encouraged students to look beyond traditional balance sheets, urging them to adapt to the changing economic and technological environment shaping India’s financial sector.

Dignitaries and Guests

The programme began at 10:30 AM with a warm welcome address by Prof. Paulson Chalissery, President of TEACH.
Prof. (Dr.) Biju John M, Dean of Arts & Humanities, delivered the presidential address, followed by an inspiring inaugural speech by Rev. Dr. Martin K A, Principal of St. Thomas College.

A memento was presented to the chief guest by Prof. (Dr.) Thomas Paul Kattookaran, Former Vice Principal and Head of the Department of Commerce. The event concluded with a heartfelt vote of thanks by Sri Joju Pandaravalapil, General Secretary of TEACH.

Dr. Divya George, Assistant Professor of Commerce, coordinated the programme, ensuring its smooth conduct.

Community Engagement and Learning

The memorial lecture drew participation from both faculty members and students, marking an engaging morning filled with academic insight and community pride.
Events like this continue to reinforce Kerala’s reputation as a hub of higher education and thought leadership in commerce.

Conclusion

The Late Joseph Mundassery Memorial Lecture once again demonstrated St. Thomas College’s commitment to academic excellence and thought leadership in Kerala’s higher education ecosystem.
Students left the hall inspired to explore new dimensions of commerce and accounting beyond conventional learning.

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