rotaract club

INTRODUCTION

         Rotaract club is a service, leadership and community service organization for young men and women between the ages 18–30. The Rotaract focuses on the development of young adults as leaders in their communities and workplaces. Our college aims at the total development of students through enlightenment programmes and various social activities.

        The Rotaract Club was started in our college in the year 1980.  The purpose of our Rotaract club is to provide an opportunity for young women to enhance the knowledge and leadership skills that will assist them in personal development, to address the physical and social needs of their communities, and to promote better relations between all people worldwide through a framework of friendship and service. Clubs generally charge a small annual membership fee to cover the expenses. Retractors have a passion for selfless service.

AIM 

To develop professional and leadership skills

VISION

To provide service to others, promote integrity, and advance world understanding, goodwill, and peace through its fellowship of business, professional, and community leaders.

MISSION

● To recognize, practice, and promote ethical standards as leadership qualities and vocational responsibilities

● To develop knowledge and understanding of the needs, problems, and opportunities in the community and worldwide

● To provide opportunities for personal and group activities to serve the community and promote international understanding and goodwill toward all people

● To recognize the dignity and value of all useful occupations as opportunities to serve

OBJECTIVES  

● To develop personal and leadership skills

● To mould attitudes and values of young minds

● To improve public relations

MEMBERS

QUIZ CLUB

INTRODUCTION

The Quiz Club of our college was established in the year 1985 to encourage and motivate young brains to have a quest for knowledge. The seed for organizing CROSSINGS the first ever inter-collegiate quiz competition of our college was sown in 1985 which being the International Year of Youth. Initially the club was conducting CROSSINGS with our own college teachers and later, from 1993 onwards, it was conducted for college students in collaboration with SIOL QUIZ CLUB, Pondicherry. From the year 2015-16 onwards the club started conducting inter-school Quiz too. An ever-rolling trophy is awarded to the winners along with the cash prizes to motivate the students. In order to nurture the general knowledge skills among our own students, the best competitor award is given every year for the students who wins in the maximum number of quiz competitions conducted in other colleges.

AIM

Typically revolves around promoting knowledge, fostering a love for learning, and encouraging social interaction.

VISION

Could focus on creating an engaging and inclusive environment where curiosity and knowledge flourish

MISSION

ü  To foster a dynamic and inclusive environment where members can engage in friendly competition.

ü  Enhance their knowledge across a wide range of subjects.

ü  Build a community centered around curiosity and discovery.

ü  We strive to encourage teamwork, critical thinking, and a passion for learning through fun and challenging quizzes.”

OBJECTIVES

ü  To improve the general knowledge and general awareness of the students.

ü  To groom the ambitious students to perform well in the intercollegiate quiz competitions and win prizes

ü  To make them proficient enough to pass competitive exams.

ü  To ensure placement opportunities for the students.

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ANTI - RAGGING COMMITTEE

INTRODUCTION

The Anti-Ragging Committee is established to create a safe and supportive environment for all students within the educational institution. Ragging, which refers to any form of harassment or bullying, undermines the core values of education and personal development. This committee is dedicated to preventing ragging, addressing any incidents that arise, and promoting a culture of respect and inclusion.

AIM

The primary aim of the Anti-Ragging Committee is to eradicate ragging in all forms and ensure a conducive learning environment for all students, fostering mutual respect and understanding among peers.

VISION

To cultivate an educational atmosphere that is free from ragging, where every student feels safe, respected, and empowered to thrive academically and socially.

MISSION

Our mission is to actively promote awareness about the detrimental effects of ragging, implement strict measures against offenders, and provide support systems for victims. We strive to educate the student community about the importance of compassion, camaraderie, and a healthy campus culture.

OBJECTIVES

1. Prevention and Awareness: Conduct regular workshops and seminars to educate students about the consequences of ragging and to promote a culture of respect and empathy.
2. Monitoring and Reporting: Establish a robust mechanism for monitoring campus activities and provide a confidential reporting system for victims or witnesses of ragging.
3. Support Services: Provide counseling and support services for victims of ragging to help them cope and recover from their experiences.
4. Disciplinary Action: Implement strict disciplinary measures against individuals or groups found guilty of ragging, ensuring that policies are consistently enforced.
5. Collaboration: Work with student organizations, faculty, and administration to create a united front against ragging and to promote positive student interactions.
6. Regular Evaluation: Periodically assess the effectiveness of anti-ragging initiatives and policies to adapt and improve strategies for maintaining a safe campus environment.

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                                REDRESSAL OF THE GRIEVANCE COMMITTEE

INTRODUCTION

The Redressal of the Grievance Committee is established to provide a platform for students, faculty, and staff to voice their concerns, complaints, and grievances. This committee aims to address issues promptly and effectively, ensuring that everyone within the institution feels heard, respected, and valued. By fostering an open and transparent environment, we promote a culture of trust and accountability.

AIM

The primary aim of the Grievance Redressal Committee is to resolve grievances in a fair, impartial, and timely manner, thereby enhancing the overall educational experience and institutional integrity.

VISION

To create a supportive and responsive environment where every individual feels empowered to express their concerns and where grievances are addressed transparently and constructively.

MISSION

Our mission is to establish effective mechanisms for grievance reporting and resolution, promote a culture of open communication, and ensure that all concerns are handled with dignity and respect. We strive to enhance institutional accountability and continuously improve the campus environment.

OBJECTIVES

1. Accessibility: Ensure that all students, faculty, and staff have easy access to grievance reporting mechanisms, providing multiple channels for voicing concerns.
2. Timely Resolution: Address grievances promptly and efficiently, with clear timelines for each stage of the redressal process.
3. Confidentiality: Maintain confidentiality and protect the identity of individuals who raise grievances, ensuring a safe space for open dialogue.
4. Impartial Investigation: Conduct fair and unbiased investigations into grievances, considering all relevant facts and perspectives before reaching a resolution.
5. Awareness and Education: Promote awareness about the grievance redressal process through workshops and information sessions, encouraging individuals to voice their concerns.
6. Feedback and Improvement: Gather feedback on the grievance redressal process to identify areas for improvement, ensuring that the committee evolves to meet the needs of the community effectively.
7. Collaboration: Work collaboratively with relevant stakeholders to implement solutions that address systemic issues and improve the overall institutional climate.

SC- ST CELL

INTRODUCTION

The Cell is launched with a vision of empowering the SC/ST students to face the challenges and lead a dignified life. The primary objective of the cell is to enable the learners to be employable and be confident by enhancing their skills and capabilities. Logo: The star represents the cell with the guidance of which the students are steered to become empowered women and to use the opportunities to the optimum. The three women symbolize the students who will become empowered and empower their fellow beings after receiving the guidance from the faculty members and the Government officials.  

AIM

to uphold and safeguard the dignity, equality, and human rights of marginalized groups.

VISION

To be a leading institution in higher education that continuously adapts to evolving social realities by developing and applying knowledge aimed at fostering a people-centered and ecologically sustainable society. We are committed to promoting and safeguarding dignity, equality, social justice, and human rights for everyone, with particular attention to marginalized and vulnerable groups.

MISSION

Assist, guide, and train students, staff, and faculty from underprivileged and disadvantaged backgrounds to cultivate exemplary citizens who contribute to happiness, harmony, and prosperity in society.

OBJECTIVES

ü  To promote the special interests of students in the reserved category.

ü  To provide special inputs in the areas the students experience difficulty.

ü  To attend to the personal social and academic needs of the students.

ü  To enable them to utilize the benefit of the various schemes offered by the government.

ü  To organize programmes to enhance their personality and excel in their academic life.

UNNAT BHARAT ABHIYAN

INTRODUCTION

Unnat Bharat Abhiyan (UBA) is a flagship initiative of the Government of India aimed at promoting sustainable and inclusive growth in rural areas. Launched in 2014, UBA seeks to engage higher educational institutions in the holistic development of villages by leveraging their resources, research, and expertise. The program encourages institutions to collaborate with local communities to identify challenges and implement innovative solutions for rural development.

AIM

The primary aim of Unnat Bharat Abhiyan is to transform rural India by fostering the development of sustainable practices, improving the quality of life, and enhancing the livelihood opportunities of the rural population. By involving students and faculty in community engagement and research, UBA aims to bridge the gap between urban and rural development and empower local communities through education and technology.

VISION

Unnat Bharat Abhiyan is inspired by the vision of transformational change in rural development processes by leveraging knowledge institutions to help build the architecture of an Inclusive India and to have a paradigm shift in academic and research programs of the country.

MISSION

ü  Develop the necessary mechanism and proper coordination among educational institutions, implementation agencies (District administration / Panchayat Raj Institutions) and the grassroots level stakeholders to enable effective intervention at the field level.

ü  Select suitable rural clusters and effectively participate in the holistic development of these clusters using eco-friendly sustainable technologies and local resources creating sufficient employment opportunities in the process, harnessing multifarious government schemes, customised use of existing technologies and use of knowledge as per the local needs.

ü  Reorienting the academic curricula and research programs in higher educational institutions to make them more responsive to the needs of the time and to bring in holistic development and enrich knowledge of students about issues of villages/society.

OBJECTIVES

To engage the faculty and students of higher educational institutions in understanding rural realities.

ü To identify & select existing innovative technologies, enable customization of technologies, or devise implementation methods for innovative solutions, as per the local needs.

ü  To leverage the knowledge base of the educational institutions for effective implementation of various government programmes.

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HEALTH AND HYGIENE COMMITTEE

INTRODUCTION

Health care is the maintenance or improvement of health via the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of disease, illness injury and other physical and mental impairments in human beings.

AIM

To be promotion and prevention oriented, community based, population and policy focused, and concerned with human rights and social justice.

VISION

To be a centre of excellence globally for Education, Training and Research in the field of Public Health. 

MISSION

ü  To develop competent workforce for public health services through teaching, training, and research in the relevant fields on a regular basis.

ü  To strive for solutions based on harmonious blend of capacity development, knowledge dissemination, and community engagement taking the best technological advances into consideration to improve community health and hence quality of life for all.

ü  To develop model centres for health services to community, ensuring universal coverage for primary health care.

OBJECTIVES

ü  To provide health care awareness.

ü  To provide essential health services.

ü  To make the students participate in various health programs.

ü  To emphasize the fact that health begins from oneself.

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   INTERNAL COMPLAINTS COMMITTEE

INTRODUCTION

The Internal Complaints Committee is established to provide a safe and supportive environment for addressing grievances within the organization. It serves as a platform for employees to voice their concerns and seeks to ensure fair and timely resolution of complaints related to harassment, discrimination, and other workplace issues.

AIM

The primary aim of the ICC is to foster a workplace culture of respect, equality, and transparency, where all employees feel empowered to express their concerns without fear of retaliation.

VISION

To create an inclusive and harmonious workplace where every employee is treated with dignity, and grievances are addressed effectively, contributing to overall organizational well-being.

MISSION

The ICC is committed to:

ü  Providing a safe and confidential environment for employees to raise complaints.

ü  Ensuring fair investigation and resolution processes.

ü  Promoting awareness about workplace rights and responsibilities.

ü  Fostering a culture of accountability and respect within the organization.

OBJECTIVES

ü  Address Grievances: To investigate and resolve complaints in a timely and impartial manner.

ü  Promote Awareness: To conduct workshops and training sessions on workplace ethics, rights, and responsibilities.

ü  Policy Development: To review and recommend improvements to policies related to harassment and discrimination.

ü  Support Systems: To establish support mechanisms for affected employees, including counseling and guidance.

ü  Feedback Loop: To create a channel for ongoing feedback to improve workplace practices and policies.

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PARENT TEACHER ASSOCIATION

INTRODUCTION

A harmonious  relationship between the teachers and the parents of the students is vital to the holistic development of the students and the college.  With this in view, the Parent - Teacher Association (PTA) was started at Holy Cross College (Autonomous) Nagercoil in 1994. All the parents and the teachers are the members of the Association. The executive Committee consists of the principal as the patron and two parents as elected members (one as President and the other as Vice President), a Treasurer and the executive members, comprising staff and parents. The election of the office bearers is conducted once in every three years.

AIM

Parents and Teachers work together for the betterment of students.

VISION

To foster a collaborative community where parents, teachers, and students work together to enhance the educational experience and promote the well-being of every child.

MISSION

ü  Engage Families: Encourage active participation of parents and guardians in the educational process.

ü  Support Teachers: Provide resources and support for teachers to enhance teaching and learning.

ü  Advocate for Students: Represent and advocate for the needs and interests of all students within the school community.

ü  Promote Communication: Facilitate open communication and collaboration between parents, teachers, and school administration.

ü  Enhance Education: Organize events and initiatives that enrich the educational experience, fostering a love for learning.

OBJECTIVES

ü  To promote a good relationship among the College management, staff, students and parents.

ü  To create in its members a keen interest for the smooth functioning and the progress of the college, and for maintaining good discipline and high academic standards.

ü  To encourage the involvement of parents in the activities of the institution.

ü  To assist the overall development of the institution by extending financial and other support.

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