1. C.S.M.


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.

2. 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.

3. 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.
4. PARENT - TEACHER ASSOCIATION

The 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.

5. ALUMNI ASSOCIATION

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.

6. CENTRE FOR ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION
AND RURAL DEVELOPMENT (CEERD)


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.

7. CLUBS
The following clubs function in this college, each under the charge of a member of the teaching staff, to develop the inherent talents of students.
1. Forestry Clubs  


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.

2. Drama Club  


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.

3. Oratory And Debating Club  

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.

4. Music Club  

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.

5. Quiz Club

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.

6. Growth Time and Career Guidance Club

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.

7. Planning Forum

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.

8. Anti - Narcotic Club

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.

9. Women's Club

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.

10. Dance Club

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.

In 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.

The 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..

1. 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.

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.

11. Tourism Club

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.

College Magazine

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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