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C.S.M. |
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The Catholic Students Movement is an organisation of catholic university
students in the state level and a unit of it is functioning here
too. Various programmes such as camps, seminars spiritual retreats
etc. are organised under the auspices of CSM with a view to developing
self awareness, social awareness and God awareness in its members
and thus making them effective tools for a social change. All catholic
students are supposed to be members of CSM.
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NATIONAL SERVICE SCHEME (NSS) |
Membership
in NSS is voluntary and it is strictly on selective basis. There are
two units of 200 members. Each member is subject to its discipline.
Application
for enrolment will be called by the programme officers of the units
at the beginning of each academic year.
Membership in
NSS and certificate to that effect from the university will treated
as additional qualification while making recruitment to public services.
A weightage of 5 marks is given to all N.S.S. Volunteers during
their admission to P.G.Courses. A proposal for awarding grace marks
to N.S.S. Volunteers in the University examinations is now under
consideration of the Government.
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NATIONAL CADET CORPS (NCC) |
Membership in NCC is voluntary and selective. NCC training will foster
esprit de-corps among the cadets and instill in them a sense of discipline
and selfless service for the defence of the country.
2% grace marks is awarded in the qualifying examination by M.G. University
to the cadets who represent Kerala State in TSC, ALC and Annual National
Cadet Corps games. All NCC cadets are also eligible for Bonus/Weightage
marks during admissions to PG Courses. (5 marks for cadets and 10
marks for 'B' & 'C" certificate holders).
15% seats are reserved for NCC 'C' certificate holders with 'B' grading
in Army Commissioned Officer's selection. Preference is given to NCC
Cadets in the selection to paramilitary forces also. |
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PARENT - TEACHER ASSOCIATION |
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P.T.A. functions within the framework of a well defined constitution.
It is formed with the main aim of fostering and promoting healthy
relationship among the members of the teaching staff, the students
and the guardians of students. The association has enabled us to
create a keen interest for the smooth working and progress of the
college and for maintaining good discipline and high academic standards.
The Departmental P.T.A. comprises not less than 10 parents representing
each class of the Department. The meetings are convened by the respective
Heads of Departments at least twice a year.
25%
of the members of all Departmental P.T.A.s elected in its meeting
will constitute the general P.T.A. of the college.
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ALUMNI ASSOCIATION |
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The Alumni Association
of the college came into being in 1989 in connection with the Silver
Jubilee Celebrations of the College.
The aims and objectives of the association are: -
To keep the
old students in constant touch with their Alma-mater.
To co-operate with and contribute towards the growth of the mother
institution.
To mobilise financial assistance for the developmental activities
of the college.To help the college attain the objectives of higher
education.
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CENTRE FOR ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION
AND RURAL DEVELOPMENT (CEERD) |
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The CEERD is an organisation established in 2001 to undertake studies
relating to the development problems of Uzhavoor Panchayat and neighbouring
areas and to identify the potential resources available in the area
for sustainable development. It is also aimed at linking the college
with the local community in a mutually beneficial manner. Programmes
are formulated by linking together all educational institutions
in the area, the local administration, all governmental bodies,
voluntary organisations, banks and the people of Uzhavoor Panchayat.
All Departments in the college conduct CEERD programmes, utilizing
the expertise of its faculty members. In this way the organisation
seeks to make teaching and learning related to social needs.
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CLUBS |
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following clubs function in this college, each under the charge of
a member of the teaching staff, to develop the inherent talents of
students. |
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Forestry Clubs |
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Started in 1982 for creating an awareness about the environment
which we inhabit to protect nature and to make the society aware
about the need to love and protect nature. The regular activities
of the club include conducting nature camps, seminars, debates,
pollution control studies, visiting factories, adventure tourism,
etc. The club was able to organize many off campus programmes in
Silent Valley, Chinnar, Eravikulam National Park, Parambikulam,
Mullakudi, Thattekadu and other famous forest areas with the help
of the state Forest Dept. They were able to plant many trees in
the campus and distribute lakhs of saplings. The students were inspired
to enhance their creativity by writing articles, poems, drawing
cartoons etc. in a manuscript magazine 'Vanajostna'. The club activities
also include garden maintenance, bio-fertilizer production, vegetable
seed distribution, and exhibition of posters against deforestation.
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Drama Club |
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Started in the year 1998. to promote and encourage the talents of
students in theatre art forms, like drama, skit, mime, monoact,
and fancy dress. In 1999 we started a campus theatre. In the year
2000, the college team won the first prize and best actor award
in the M.G. University drama festival. In 2002, our college team
won the 2nd prize in M.G. University drama festival. Our drama "RUDALI",
stood one among the best 10 dramas all over Kerala, selected by
Malayala Manorama.
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Oratory And Debating Club |
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This
club came into existence in 1990-91. The main objectives of this
club are to develop oratorical skills along with communication skill
in students. The training help the members to overcome stage fear
and to present a topic before an audience. This develops confidence
in them and promotes healthy interaction among students. Weekly
gathering are arranged in which workshops, seminars or debates are
conducted for students. From the club selected students are sent
to participate in intercollegiate debate and elocution competitions.
2000-2001 onwards model debate was conducted once in a year based
on a current topic in which both staff and students were actively
involved.
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Music Club |
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The
music club of St. Stephen's College started functioning in the year
1992. The main objective of the club is to promote the musical talents
of our students. The club selects the students to participate in
the University youth festival. Along with the inauguration of the
college union, 'a Ganamela' is conducted by the club in every year.
This year a music teacher from Kottayam was engaged to train the
students and our team participated in the 'Mathrubhumi Kalolsavam'
and the M.G. University youth festival.
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Quiz Club |
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Students
interested in quiz competitions are enrolled in this club after
a selection test. A series of competitions are conducted on various
topics in the college as a part of the training. They are then formed
into teams and sent for various competitions.
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Growth Time and Career Guidance Club |
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With
the aim of providing assistance towards self-understanding and development,
and to provide accurate and up to date information about different
career opportunities ,a club under the name Growth time and Career
guidance was started in the college in 1993.
Under this club students are given awareness about the courses offered
at various institutions in India and abroad. Details of employment
opportunities are also conveyed. Students are given information
about what courses should be taken to achieve their goal. Quizzes
seminars, camps and model tests and mock exams are conducted to
make the students eligible to appear for competitive exams(MBA,
MCA, BSRB, etc.).The club also gives periodic training programmes
in interviews, group discussions, public speaking, communication
skills, numerical ability etc. They assemble once in a week to organize
and conduct all the above mentioned activities. Interaction with
successful personalities are made available.
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Planning Forum |
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The
planning forum unit of the college started functioning from 1973
onwards. The main objective of the planning forum is to organize
and conduct debates, symposia, seminars and quizzes so as to make
the students aware of the need for the implementation of Five Year
Plans in the country.
As a part of the programme a 'Vanamaholsavam' was conducted in the
year 1974 with the planting of various kinds of trees. Study tours
are also conducted very frequently. The members participate in various
seminars and debates organized by planning forum units of other
colleges. Every year about 100 to 250 students join the forum as
active members. The active participation of the students is highly
appreciated.
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Anti - Narcotic Club |
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The
Club which started in 1995 endeavours to equip the students to fight
against the evil effects of drug and alcoholism. Programmes include
lectures on scientific and social aspects, poster exhibitions, debates
etc.
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Women's Club |
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The
Women's Club in the college has been very active during the recent
academic years. During 2000-01 the Cell organized discussions and
talks on women's issues in which prominent intellectuals and Women's
Rights activists like Mrs. Leela Menon (Former Bureau Chief, New
Indian Express, Cochin), and Dr. Saraswathi Sarma took part.
Girls students of our college attended intercollegiate seminars
and workshops on women's issues held at Newman College, Thodupuzha,
Mar Thoma College, Perumbavoor and Cochin College, Cochin under
the leadership of the teachers in charge of the Women's Cell.
On 5th January 2002, the Women's Club organized a symposium on "Gender
Equality". Prof. Suja Susan George and Rev. Sr.Paula M.S.J
participated in the symposium. On 02-02-02 the Cell organized a
one day camp on "Leadership and Personality Development"
with Mr.M.C.Winson of the World Leadership Foundation as resource
person.
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Dance Club |
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This
club was formerly inaugurated in the college during 2000-2001. The
adviser to this club was Dr .M. Jalaja, former teacher of this college.
A dance team comprising 15 students participated in various dance
competitions with Mr. Bijesh Vasu, a former zoology student of this
college as team captain. As a maiden venture the Stephenos Dance
team participated in the Madrubhumi festival (Kottayam zone) and
won the first prize vanquishing the reigning winners. Then began
the rich medal harvest of the Stephanos dance team. Next they won
the first place in the all Kerala cinematic dance competition held
at S.B. college Union, Kaladarsana Dance Competition, and Melange
2001.They got second place in Deepika Kalotzava, at Kottayam, TRST
festival, Deepika Kalotzavom at Kattappana, and Kairali campus festival.
Besides cinematic dance they performed folk dance also on different
stages and won prizes. The Stephanos team became the cynosure of
Madrubhumi Mega festival audience and got the privilege to perform
in the closing function. Sri. Bijesh Vasu got the 'Best Dancer Award'
of the year 2001 from Kaladarsana. In addition the team was invited
to adorn the functions of B.C.M. college Union and Hyundai club's
annual programme.
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next year (2001-2002) also the club continued to participate in competitions
and got a lot of prizes as listed below. |
3rd prize in all Kerala Cinematic dance competition organized
by S.B.College Union.
2nd prize in Madrubhumi Festival
2nd in ET and T festival
2nd in all Kerala competition held by the M. A. college union.
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club is interested not only in competitions but also in staging off-campus
programmes . A three hour programme each was displayed by the dance
team at the following stages.. |
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Ramavarma club in connection with their Onam celebrations.
2. Manorama in collection with the flower show organised by them.
3. St. Stephen's Church.
4. As part of Platinum Jubilee celebrations at school at Thodupuzha.
5. At St. Thomas School Punnathura.
6. Annual programme of Chaithanya.
7. Annual programme of KCYL, Kottayam.
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Along
with the KCYL team the Stephanos team participated in the cultural
exchange programme held in Lakshadeep. The students are also concerned
with the activities of the college. In order to help the union members
'Dreamnight' a one- day fund raising programme was performed in
the college itself.
This year (2002-2003) the dance club has begun a regular dance class
in order to promote the hidden talents of the students. Now the
new director of the club is Prof. Aleyamma Kurian of English Dept.
The class is given by Mr. Bijesh Vasu former student of this college
and with this we are confident of scaling heights of excellence.
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Tourism Club |
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The club started in 1983 with the following objectives.
a.Creating public awareness on tourism, especially among the youth
so as to achieve professionalism
b.To impart better understanding of our country and its culture.
c.Encourage domestic tourism and protection of our environment
d.Ensure friendly treatment to tourists
e.To develop National and International friendship and understanding.Every
year, the club organizes activities suited to fulfill these objectives.
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Magazine |
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Our
college publishes an annual magazine every year and presently it
has been given the name 'Campus 2001', 'Campus 2002' etc. We give
opportunities to students to present their talents through the magazine.
Poetry, essays, short stories, drawings etc contributed by students
and teachers are published in the magazine. In addition to this,
the editorial board meets well known personalities in various fields
and gather their experiences to be shared with the students. This
is a great inspiration to students.
Another feature of the magazine is the reports of the various activities
of the various extra curricular and curricular associations functioning
in the college. This gives a vivid picture of the activities of
the college during the respective years. The photographs included
in the magazine project the creativity of the students. We conduct
one or two group discussions among students on selected topics and
their findings are published in the magazine. In short the college
magazine gives a glimpse of the academic and co-academic activities
in the college.
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