Criteria Wise Analytical Report

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1.1.5 How does the institution network and interact with beneficiaries such asindustry, research bodies and the university in effective operationalisation ofthe curriculum?

Some of our teaching staff are members of the Board of Studies andTeachers Forums of different disciplines. Thus there is constant interaction with theuniversity.

1.1.6 What are the contributions of the institution and/or its staff members tothedevelopmentofthecurriculumbytheUniversity(numberofstaffmembers/departments represented on the Board of Studies, student feedback, teacher feedback,stakeholder feedback provided, specific suggestions etc.

Teachers contribute as Members of Board of Studies- 02

Members of Teachers Forum all teachers of their respective forums.The department provided an opportunity for students to interact with Prof. D.SManjunath, a member of the English Board of Studies.

1.1.7 Does the institution develop curriculum for any of the coursesoffered(other than those under the purview of the affiliatinguniversity)by it? If ‘yes’,give detailson the process (’NeedsAssessment’, design, development andplanning) and thecourses for which the curriculum has been developed.

No

1.1.8 How does institution anlayze/ensure that the stated objectivesofcurriculum are achieved in the course of implementation?

Each teacher maintains a work dairy and attendence of students. The Head ofDepartment goes through the work diary once a week and the principal once amonth. Feedback is collected from final year and pre final year students to ensureproper implementation of the curriculum.

1.2 Academic Flexibility

1.2.1 Specifying the goals and objectives give details of thecertificate/diploma/skill development courses etc., offered by the institution.

The institution does not offer any Certificate/Diploma or skill developmentcourses. The curriculum of some departments include skill development activities. It



is mandatory for the commerce students to prepare a project in the final year. Toprepare students for competitive exams the commerce students study LogicalReasoning as a prescribed paper. The Board of Students in English hasincorporated writing skills, communication skills and interview skills for students.

1.2.2 Does the institution offer programmes that facilitate twinning/dualdegree? If ‘yes’, give details.

No.

1.2.3 Give details on the various institutional provisions with reference toacademic flexibility and how it has been helpful to students in terms of skillsdevelopment, academic mobility,progression to higher studies and improved

potential for employability. Issues may cover the following and beyond:

Range of Core / Elective options offered by the University

and those opted by the college

Choice Based Credit System and range of subject options

Courses offered in modular form

Credit transfer and accumulation facility

Lateral and vertical mobility within and acrossprogrammes and courses

Enrichment courses The college offers the following elective options:

B.A :B.Com:BBM:B.Sc: course has been temporarily suspended due to poor admissions.However efforts are on to revive the course.

Choice based credit system range of subject options.

Range of subject options- B.A- HEP,HES,HEK. However, B.Com and BBMstudents have no such facility.

Courses offered in Modular form: NO Credit transfer and accumulation facility: NO

Lateral and Vertical mobility within and across programme and courses-During admissions for UG courses the science students can take upanycourse. Commerce students are admitted to any other course otherthan B.Sc. The Arts students can also seek admission for Commerceand Management courses. Lateral mobility is available for a shortperiod after admission to the first semester, wherein a student can optfor a course of his/her choice. Once the applications are dispatched to

the university only vertical mobility is possible. For readmission to anycourse the permission of the affiliating university is mandatory.



Enrichment coursesSahayog A training programme in how to face interviews for

final year students Angla A course in spoken English for first year studentsVikasana Personality development for second year students

Star Programme A programme to help students become employableNaipunya Nidhi Communication skills for first year students

Social skills for second year students

1.2.4 Does the institution offer self-financed programmes? If ‘yes’list them andindicate how they differ from other programmes, with reference to admission,curriculum, fee structure, teacher qualification, salary etc.

No. However, programmes sponsored by UGC and state government areimplemented effectively.

1.2.5 Does the college provide additional skill oriented programmes, relevantto regional and global employment markets? If ‘yes’ provide details of suchprogramme and the beneficiaries.

No such programmes are provided. However with a view to increase theemployability potential of the students they are trained in preparation of resume andfacing interviews through special training programmes by experts involved inrecruitment for BPOs and IT companies. Students interested in learning computerare offered free training.

1.2.6 Does the University provide for the flexibility of combining theconventional face-to-face and Distance Mode of Education for students tochoose the courses/combination of their choice” If ‘yes’, how does theinstitution take advantage of such provision for the benefit of students?

A student unable to continue the course after admission can join the Distancemode of education offered by the university. Such students are made aware of theoptions available and information regarding admission to such courses.

1.3 Curriculum Enrichment

1.3.1 Describe the efforts made by the institution to supplement theUniversity’s Curriculum to ensure that the academic programmes andInstitution’s goals and objectives are integrated?

The principal and the teachers do make efforts to supplement the University‟s

curriculum. The work diaries maintained by teachers are scrutinized once a week bythe Head of Department and once a month by the Principal. Teachers give



assignments and tests, encourage student seminars, peer teaching and organizespecial lectures to integrate academic programmes and Institution‟s goals andobjectivies.

1.3.2 What are the efforts made by the institution to enrich and organize thecurriculum to enhance the experiences of the students so as to cope with theneeds of the dynamic employment market?

Students are guided to present papers in the class and in the seminarsorganized by the departments within and outside the college. Special lectures arearranged to train students in preparation of resume and facing interviews. Ourstudents have attended job melas organized in Sagar and Shimoga and a fewreceived offer letters. Career guidance programmes are also conducted incollaboration with the university, private recruiters and other educational institutions.The science students of our college have participated in Science exhibitions.

1.3.3 Enumerate the efforts made by the institution to integrate the crosscutting issues such as Gender, Climate Change, Environmental Education,Human Rights, ICT etc., into the curriculum?

Study of Environmental Science and Indian Constitution is mandatory forstudents of all courses. The Human Rights Forum of the college organizes lecturesand debates frequently. The Women‟s Forum and the Department of Sociology haveorganized programmes on Women and Law to empower our women students whocome from remote rural areas.

1.3.4 What are the various value-added courses/enrichment programmesoffered to ensure holistic development of students?

moral and ethical values

employable and life skills

better career options

community orientation

Value added programmes are conducted frequently. Moral and ethical values

Special lectures are arranged on Swami Vivekananda, Dr. Ambedkarand Mahatma Gandhi to inspire students. A special lecture anddemonstration programme on Yoga was organized by the SportsDepartment of the college.

Employable and Life SkillsSpoken English and basic computer classes are conducted.The college also conducts the various programmes offered by theState Government under the „Hosa Hejje Programme‟. „Sahayog‟ and STAR programme - a training programme in job skillsfor Final year UG students.



„Vikasana‟ and Naipunya Nidhi – offers training in social and life skillsfor second year UG students. Angla and Naipunya Nidhi – a programme to enhance studentsknowledge of English language and Communication skills for first yearstudents.

Better Career OptionsLectures on career opportunities are conducted for the final year

studentsof all courses with the help of the University Career Guidance Cell andprivate recruiters from Shimoga. Campus selections are organized bythe college. Students have attended job melas conducted at Sagar andShivamogga

Community OrientationThrough NSS students participate in various community orientedprogrammes, such as blood donation, health and social awarenessprogrammes and preservation of environment.

1.3.5 Citing a few examples enumerate on the extent of use of the feedbackfrom stakeholders in enriching the curriculum?

The English Department provided an opportunity for the students to interactwith Prof. D.S. Manjunath, a member of Board of Studies of English. Through theForum of English Language teachers various suggestions have been given.

Similarly other departments also strive to enrich the curriculum.

1.3.6 How does the institution monitor and evaluate the quality of itsenrichment programmes?

The IQAC, the Principal and the Head of Departments monitor and evaluatethe quality of its enrichment programmes through discussions in the staff meetingsand interaction with students.

1.4 Feedback System

1.4.1 What are the contributions of the institution in the design anddevelopment of the curriculum prepared by the University?

Some of our teachers have worked as members of the Board of Studies andBoard of Evaluation.

Members of Board of Studies- 02Members of Board Of Evaluation- 05Members of Text book Committees- 04

1.4.2 Is there a formal mechanism to obtain feedback from students andstakeholders on Curriculum? If ‘yes’, how is it communicated to the University



and made use internally for curriculum enrichment and introducingchanges/newprogrammes?

A feedback on the curriculum is obtained from the final year students and the

suggestions are discussed in College Council meetings and teachers who aremembers of Boards of Studies bring it to the notice of the university.

1.4.3 How many new programmes/courses were introduced by the institutionduring the last four years? What was the rationale for introducing newcourses/programmes?)

B.Sc – to cater to the economically weak students who come from remotevillages around the college.

B.com – Due to great demand from the students and parents.

CRITERION II: TEACHING - LEARNING AND EVALUATION

1.1 Student Enrollment and Profile

2.1.1 How does the college ensure publicity and transparency in theadmission process?

The principal and a few senior teachers visit the PU colleges in the vicinity toprovide information about courses and other facilities available in the college.Banners are displayed in prominent places in the town. Admission details are alsodisplayed on the college Notice Board.

2.1.2 Explain in detail the criteria adopted and process of admission(Ex. (i)

merit (ii) common admission test conducted by state agencies and national



agencies (iii) combination of merit and entrance test or merit, entrance testand interview (iv) any other) to various programmes of the Institution.

As ours is a government college, no entrance tests are conducted. Allcandidates with the required minimum qualification are admitted according to the

rules of the affiliating university.

2.1.3 Give the minimum and maximum percentage of marks for admission atentry level for each of the programmes offered by the college and provide acomparison with other colleges of the affiliating university within thecity/district.

Sl.No Course Minimum Maximum

1. B.A 35% 84%

2. B.Com 35% 86%

3. BBM 35% 76%

2.1.4 Is there a mechanism in the institution to review the admission processand student profiles annually? If ‘yes’ what is the outcome of such an effortand how has it contributed to the improvement of the process?

An admission committee constituted by the Principal helps in the admissionprocess by verifying the application documents endorsed by the candidates. The

members of the committee also counsel the students regarding courses andcombinations available. This has certainly helped the students to select a coursesuitable for them. The performance of students has also proved that the committeehas indeed helped them to make the right choice.

2.1.5 Reflecting on the strategies adopted to increase/improve access forfollowing categories of students, enumerate on how the admission policy ofthe institution and its student profiles demonstrate/reflect the Nationalcommitment to diversity and inclusion

SC/ST

OBC

Women

Differently abled

Economically weaker sections

Minority community

Any other

At the UG level students of all categories are admitted without anyreservations whatsoever.



2.1.6 Provide the following details for various programmes offered by theinstitution during the last four years and comment on the trends. i.e. reasonsfor increase / decrease and actions initiated for improvement.

2010- 2011

Programmes Number ofapplications

Number ofstudents admitted

Demand Ratio

B.A 256 256 All students wereprovided admission

B.Com BBM 93 93 Same as above

-B.SC 13 13 Same as above

Total 352 352

2011-2012

Programmes Number ofapplications Number ofstudents admitted Demand Ratio



B.SC 13 13 Same as above

Total 381 381

2012-2013

Programmes Number ofapplications

Number ofstudents admitted

Demand Ratio



B.SC 13 13 Same as above

Total 434 434

2013-2014

Programmes Number of Number of Demand Ratio



applications students admitted

BA 260 260 All students wereprovided admission


B.SC 00 00 No admissions

Total 495 495

The intake of students has risen significantly over the years.

2.2 Catering to Student Diversity

2.2.1 How does the institution cater to the needs of differently- abled studentsand ensure adherence to government policies in this regard?

The needs of differently abled students are taken care off according to rulesand regulations.

A student studying BBM was hard of hearing as one of his ears was not fullydeveloped. This student was allowed to sit nearer to the lecturer during lectures andwas also given extra coaching after class hours. He was helped to apply for ascholarship which he received. A girl student was also guided on how she could availa scholarship. Ramps are constructed wherever possible for free movement ofphysically handicapped students.

2.2.2 Does the institution assess the students’ needs in terms of knowledge

and skills before the commencement of theprogramme? If ‘yes’, give details onthe process.

There is no mechanism to assess the students‟ needs in terms of Knowledgeand skills before the commencement of the programme. It has become a tradition touse the first fortnight after commencement of classes to assess the needs of thestudents and prepare them for the course.

2.2.3 What are the strategies adopted by the institution to bridge theknowledge gap of the enrolled students (Bridge/Remedial/ Add-on/Enrichment

Courses, etc.) to enable them to cope with the programme of their choice?

The first few classes of the first semester are converted into remedial classesto enable students to bridge the knowledge gap. As students opt for subjects otherthan what they have studied at the PU level such remedial classes are essential tointroduce students for the course. As a majority of the students are from ruralbackground the Department of English starts the first semester by revisingelementary grammar topics. The Department of Commerce and Management alsointroduce the students to the basics of the subject.

2.2.4 How does the college sensitize its staff and students on issues such asgender, inclusion, environment etc.?



It is mandatory for 4th semester BA and 2nd semester B.Com and BBM

students to study Environmental Science. Similarly 2nd semester BA and 4th semester B.Com and BBM study Indian Constitution. Special lectures are alsoorganized to create awareness on environmental problems.

There is no gender discrimination. All students are treated equally by the staff.Girls and Boys are given equal opportunities both in curricular and co-curricularactivities.

2.2.5 How does the institution identify and respond to specialeducational/learning needs of advanced learners?

Active participation in classroom activities, good performance in tests andseminars help teachers identify the advanced learners. Such learners areencouraged to present papers, prepare project reports in the class and teach their

weaker classmates(peer teaching). The top scorers in all subjects are awardedprizes.

2.2.6 How does the institute collect, analyze and use the data and informationon the academic performance (through the programme duration) of thestudents at risk of drop out (students from the disadvantaged sections ofsociety, physicallychallenged, slow learners, economically weaker sections etc.who maydiscontinue their studies if some sort of support is not provided)?

The performance of the students is assessed by their performance in Internal Assessment tests and exams.

Students from the disadvantaged sections of the society and economicallyweaker sections are encouraged to pursue their studies. The governmentprovides fee concessions, scholarships and hostel facilities for such students.The college utilizes UGC funds to conduct remedial coaching classes.

The physically challenged students are given extra attention. Guidance isprovided on how they can avail benefits from government schemes.

The slow learners are identified and special classes conducted in subjects inwhich their performance is very poor.

2.3 Teaching-Learning Process

2.3.1 How does the college plan and organise the teaching, learning andevaluation schedules? (Academic calendar, teaching plan, evaluation blueprint, etc.)

The institution follows the academic calendar provided by the universityregarding commencement of the semesters, Internal Assessment tests and exams tobe conducted and the last working day of semesters. Within the college the teaching

and learning activities take place according to the time table. The college council andthe IQAC chalk out programmes to be conducted in the academic year.



2.3.2 How does IQAC contribute to improve the teaching –learning process?

At the beginning of the academic year the IQAC prepares a perspective plan.

The IQAC encourages teachers to conduct various academic and non-academicactivities in the college. The IQAC assesses the performance of students and givessuggestions for improvement.

2.3.3 How is learning made more student-centric? Give details on the supportstructures and systems available for teachers to develop skills like interactivelearning, collaborative learning and independent learning among thestudents?

Learning is made more student-centric by encouraging student participation in

classes. Project work, debates, paper presentations and group discussions helpstudents develop various skills thus increasing their confidence and competence.The students are also encouraged to read newspapers and books which equip themto appear for competitive exams. They are also trained in the use of the internet.

2.3.4 How does the institution nurture critical thinking, creativity and scientifictemper among the students to transform them into life-long learners andinnovators?

Critical thinking is nurtured by conducting debates and seminars on currentissues by a number of departments. Creativity is identified by conducting a talentsearch programme at the beginning of the year. Various awareness programmes areorganized. For instance, to induce scientific temperament a special lecture wasorganized on benefits of blood donation and another on AIDS. A lecture was alsoarranged on preservation of snakes and first aid for snake bites. Such programmeshave helped our students develop a scientific temper.

2.3.5 What are the technologies and facilities available and used by the facultyfor effective teaching? Eg: Virtual laboratories, e-learning - resources from

National Programme on Technology Enhanced Learning (NPTEL) and NationalMission onEducation through Information and Communication Technology (NME-ICT),open educational resources, mobile education, etc.

The following resources are available:

LCD projector

EDUSAT

Internet facility

Interactive board



2.3.6 How are the students and faculty exposed to advanced level ofknowledge and skills (blended learning, expert lectures, seminars, workshopsetc.)?

The students are encouraged to present papers in the classroom. They are

assigned project work. Expert lectures are arranged. State level seminars have beenorganized by the Kannada and Political Science Departments.

The teachers are also encouraged to attend refresher courses, seminars,workshops and other training programmes to advance their level of knowledge anddevelop their skills. A few teachers have taken up major and minor projects.

2.3.7 Detail (process and the number of students \benefitted) on the academic,personal and psycho-social support and guidance services (professionalcounseling/mentoring/academic advise) provided to students?

The college runs a counselling centre called „Santvana‟ to provide studentswith academic, personal guidance and psycho social support. Teachers who haveundergone training at NIMHANS work as counsellors. Wherever necessaryprofessional counsellors are also invited to provide guidance.

2.3.8 Provide details of innovative teaching approaches/methods adopted bythe faculty during the last four years? What are the efforts made by theinstitution to encourage the faulty to adopt new and innovative approachesand the impact of such innovative practices on student learning?

All the departments of the college have adopted innovative teaching methodsin the last four years. Some teachers make use of the LCD projector and theinteractive boards. Students are also encouraged to use the internet facility forpreparation of assignments and paper presentations.

2.3.9 How are library resources used to augment the teaching learningprocess?

Students make optimal use of the library resources which include books for

reference, dictionaries, journals, newspapers and magazines. Internet facility is alsoavailable.

2.3.10 Does the institution face any challenges in completing the curriculumwithin the planned time frame and calendar? If ‘yes’, elaborate on thechallenges encountered and the institutional approaches to overcome these.

The semester system has hindered students‟ participation in co-curricularactivities. The focus is on completion of syllabus, internal assessments andexams.Yet the institution has been encouraging students to participate in co-

curricular activities and our students achievement in sports is appreciable.



2.3.11 How does the institute monitor and evaluate the quality of teachinglearning?

Students‟ feedback on teachers and students results are the main sources ofevaluation of the quality of teaching- learning. Students‟ feedback has helped the

institution improve the standards of teaching and learning.

2.4 Teacher Quality

.4.1 2Provide the following details and elaborate on the by the college inplanning and management recruitment and retention) of its human resource(qualified and competent teachers) to meet the changing requirements of thecurriculum

As ours is a government college all appointments and transfers are taken care

of by the government. All lecturers appointed fulfil required qualification.

Permanent teachers:

HighestQualification

Professor AssociateProfessor

AssistantProfessor

Total

M F M F M F

D.Sc/D.Litt

Ph.D 02 01 01 05

M.Phil 01 01 05 01 08PG 01 01

2.4.2 How does the institution cope with the growing demand/ scarcity ofqualified senior faculty to teach new programmes/ modern areas (emergingareas) of study being introduced (Biotechnology, IT, Bioinformatics etc.)?Provide details on the efforts made by the institution in this direction and theoutcomeduring the last three years.

No new programmes have been introduced. Teachers are transferred ordeputed by the government. A large part of the workload is managed by appointingguest lecturers.

2.4.3 Providing details on staff development programmes during the last fouryears elaborate on the strategies adopted by the institution in enhancing theteacher quality.

The institution permits the staff to attend staff development programmes.

a) Nomination to staff development programmes



Academic Staff Development Programme Number of faculty nominated

Refresher courses 04

HRD programmes 03

Orientation programmes 06

Staff training conducted by university

Staff training conducted by otherinstitutions

06

Summer/Winter schools, workshops etc. Nil

b) Faculty Training programmes organized by the institutionto empower and enable the use of various tools andtechnology for improved teaching-learning Teaching learning methods/approaches Handling new curriculum Content/knowledge management Selection, development and use of enrichmentmaterials Assessment Cross cutting issues Audio Visual Aids/multimedia OER‟s

Teaching learning material development, selectionand use

The IQAC has organized a basic computer training programme for teachingand non-teaching staff. Teachers do attend workshops and training programmesorganized by the university and other colleges. Some of our teachers have alsoworked as members of Text book preparation committees.

c) Percentage of faculty

invited as resource persons in Workshops / Seminars /Conferences organized by external professional agencies

participated in external Workshops / Seminars /Conferences recognized by national/ internationalprofessional bodies

presented papers in Workshops / Seminars / Conferencesconducted or recognized by professional agencies

About 60% of our staff have participated in various workshops,seminars, conferences and about 30% of them have presented papers.

2.4.4 What policies/systems are in place to recharge teachers? (eg: providingresearch grants, study leave, support for research and academic publications

teaching experience in other national institutions and specialized programmesindustrial engagement etc.)



The teachers can apply for Faculty Improvement Programme to pursue

research. Our teachers are actively involved in research activities.Minor research projects completed – 03Major research project completed – 01

A few articles have been published by the teachers.

2.4.5 Give the number of faculty who received awards / recognition at the state,national and international level for excellence in teaching during the last fouryears. Enunciate how the institutional culture and environment contributed tosuch performance/achievement of the faculty.

The teachers of our college are very dedicated and hardworking but havereceived no awards as awards are not conferred for teaching at the college level.

2.4.6 Has the institution introduced evaluation of teachers by the students andexternal Peers? If yes, how is the evaluation used for improving the quality ofthe teaching-learning process?

Evaluation of teachers by students is conducted every year. The feedbackgiven is assessed. In case of adverse feedback the concerned teacher is advised bythe Principal to improve his/her teaching skills. However, no evaluation is done byexternal peers.

2.5 Evaluation Process and Reforms

2.5.1 How does the institution ensure that the stakeholders of the institutionespecially students and faculty are aware of the evaluation processes?

The feedback forms are distributed to the students who evaluate theperformance of the teachers without any inhibitions as their identity remainsconfidential. The teachers are also aware of this evaluation process. The Principal ofthe college and the IQAC coordinator are involved in this process of evaluation.

2.5.2 What are the major evaluation reforms of the university that theinstitution has adopted and what are the reforms initiated by the institution onits own?

The affiliation committee constituted by the university visits the collegeannually and suggests improvements. The college takes the initiative to implementthese suggestions.

2.5.3 How does the institution ensure effective implementation of the

evaluation reforms of the university and those initiated by the institution on itsown?



The institution cannot initiate any reforms in evaluation process on its own.The institution only implements the evaluation reforms adopted by the university.

2.5.4 Provide details on the formative and summative assessment approachesadopted to measure student achievement. Cite a few examples which havepositively impacted the system.

A student‟s achievement is evaluated through tests, exams and participationin curricular and co-curricular activities.

The institution nominates top scorers in each section to the Students‟ Forum.This has increased competitive spirit among students.

Every department gives away prizes to top scorers in their subjects. This hasdefinitely motivated students to perform better. One of our students stood 5 th in the

university rank list in Humanities in 2014.

2.5.5 Detail on the significant improvements made in ensuring rigor andtransparency in the internal assessment during the last four years andweightages assigned for the overall development of students (weightage forbehavioral aspects, independent learning, communication skills etc.

Transparency is maintained in conducting Internal Assessment. Aftervaluation the students are allowed to take a look at their test books. Any clarificationssought regarding valuation are cleared by the concerned teacher. Students put theirsignature in the Internal Assessment marks list before it is sent to the University.Weightage is also given to the behavior of the student and his/her regularity inattending classes.

2.5.6 What are the graduate attributes specified by the college/ affiliatinguniversity? How does the college ensure the attainment of these by thestudents?

Though there are no graduate attributes specified by the university or the

college, it is generally assumed that a graduate should possess basic employableskills like communication in English and basic knowledge of computers. Thereforestudents are encouraged to learn English and computer basics. The students arealso exposed to various awareness programmes as a graduate is expected topossess a scientific temper. The college imparts knowledge essential for graduatesto become good citizens and good human beings.

2.5.7 What are the mechanisms for redressal of grievances with reference toevaluation both at the college and University level?



At the college level any grievances related to valuation are redressed by theconcerned Head of the Department. At the university level the students can obtainthe Xerox copies of their answer scripts and also apply for revaluation. A fewstudents have obtained more marks after revaluation.

2.6. Student performance and Learning Outcomes

2.6.1 Does the college have clearly stated learning outcomes? If ‘yes’givedetails on how the students and staff are made aware of these?

Yes.The Internal Assessment marks are displayed on the notice board. The exam

results are available online. Each department is asked to assess the performance ofstudents. Each teacher is also asked to provide details of students performance in

their subject. Top scorers in all subjects are honored.The students are provided feedback on their performance by the teachers.

Students feedback on teachers helps improve teaching. Transparency is maintainedin assessment of Internal Assessment. The university provides opportunities forredressal of grievances regarding evaluations in exams.

2.6.2 Enumerate on how the institution monitors and progress andperformance of students through the duration of the course/programme?Provide an analysis of the students results/achievements (Programme/coursewise for last four years) and explain the differences if any and patterns ofachievement across the programmes/courses offered.

During the course the students‟ performance and progress aremonitored by conducting tests, giving assignments and projects. The teachersprovide feedback on the students‟ performance. Slow learners are identified andspecial classes are conducted to improve their performance.

Results of the college for the last four years

Year B.A B.Com BBM B.SC

2010- 2011 90% - 100% -2011-2012 91% - 85% 60%

2012-2013 81% 76% 100% 100%

2013-2014 93% 79% 64% -

2.6.3 How are the teaching, learning and assessment strategies of theinstitution structured to facilitate the achievement of the intended learningoutcomes?

We are aware that teaching, learning and assessment are

interdependent. The quality of teaching is assessed through students‟ feedback onteachers. The amount of learning that takes place is evident in the students‟



CRITERION III: RESEARCH, CONSULTANCY AND EXTENSION

3.1 Promotion of Research

3.1.1 Does the institution have recognized research center/s of the affiliatingUniversity or any other agency/organization?

The institution has no recognized research centre yet two of our AssociateProfessors have obtained guide ship.

3.1.2 Does the Institution have a research committee to monitor and addressthe issues of research? If so, what is its composition? Mention a few

recommendations made by the committee for implementation and their impact.

The college does have a Research Committee which comprises of a co-ordinator and members. The committee encourages teachers to take up researchactivities suchas minor and major research projects. Students are also involved in social surveysand trained in research methodology.

3.1.3 What are the measures taken by the institution to facilitate smoothprogress and implementation of research schemes/projects?

autonomy to the principal investigator

timely availability or release of resources

adequate infrastructure and human resources

time-off, reduced teaching load, special leave etc. to

teachers

support in terms of technology and information needs

facilitate timely auditing and submission of utilization

certificate to the funding authorities

any other

One Assistant Professor of the Commerce Department has been awarded aminor research project and an Assistant Professor in the sociology department hasapplied for FIP. Two of our teachers have registered for Ph.D. and four teachershave already been awarded Ph.D.

The institution provides all facilities as per UGC and state governmentguidelines to promote research. Four of our teachers have been awarded minorresearch projects and one a major research project. The submission of utilizationcertificate is the responsibility of the concerned teacher.



3.1.4 What are the efforts made by the institution in developingscientifictemper and research culture and aptitude among students?

Special lectures are organized on research methodology. Students participateand present papers in seminars. They are also assigned project work to introduce

them to research methodology.

3.1. 5 Give details of the faculty involvement in active research(Guidingstudent research, leading Research Projects, engaged inindividual/collaborative research activity, etc.

Four teachers have already been awarded P h .D and two more haveregistered for Ph.D. Four teachers have taken up minor research projects and onemajor research project has been submitted. Two of our faculty are guiding researchscholars. A number of papers have been published in various journals.

.

3.1.6 Give details of workshops/ training programmes/sensitizationprogrammes conducted/organized by the institution with focus on capacitybuilding in terms of research and imbibing research culture among the staffand students.

. A special lecture was organized by the Department of Sociology on researchmethodology for interested students and teachers. The Innovative Club of thecollege involves students and teachers in research activities.

3.1.7 Provide details of prioritised research areas and the expertise availablewith the institution.

There are no prioritized research areas nor expertise availablewith the institution.

3.1.8 Enumerate the efforts of the institution in attracting researchers ofeminence to visit the campus and interact with teachers and students?

Dr. Shekar was invited to deliver a special lecture on research methodologyand facilities for researchers.

3.1.9 What percentage of the faculty has utilized Sabbatical Leave for researchactivities? How has the provision contributed to improve the quality ofresearch and imbibe research culture on the campus?

One of the teachers has applied for FIP for research work. Two more teachershave evinced interest in taking up research.



3.1.10 Provide details of the initiatives taken up by the institution in creatingawareness/advocating/transfer of relative findings of research of theinstitution and elsewhere to students and community (lab to land)

No such initiatives have been taken up by the institution.

3.2 Resource Mobilization for Research

3.2.1 What percentage of the total budget is earmarked for research? Givedetails of major heads of expenditure, financial allocation and actualutilization.

Ours being a government college all research activities are funded by the

UGC.

3.2.2 Is there a provision in the institution to provide seed money to the facultyfor research? If so, specify the amount disbursed and the percentage of thefaculty that has availed the facility in the last four years?

There is no provision for the institution to provide seed money for research.However UGC funds have been utilized by 30% of the faculty.

3.2.3 What are the financial provisions made available to support studentresearch projects by students?

Students have been provided financial assistance to prepare project reports.

3.2.4 How does the various departments/units/staff of the institute interact inundertaking inter-disciplinary research? Cite examples of successfulendeavors and challenges faced in organizing interdisciplinary research.

As the college offers only UG courses there is no provision for interdisciplinaryresearch.

3.2.5 How does the institution ensure optimal use of various equipment andresearch facilities of the institution by its staff and students?

Library resources, internet and computers are always available for the use ofstudents and teachers.



3.2.6 Has the institution received any special grants or finances from theindustry or other beneficiary agency for developing research facility? If ‘yes’give details.

Financial assistance is provided by UGC and the state government. No other

grants are received.

3.2.7 Enumerate the support provided to the faculty in securing research fundsfrom various funding agencies, industry and other organisations. Providedetails of ongoing and completed projects and grants received during the lastfour years.

Details of minor and major research projects.

Nature of theproject

Duration Title and Name ofthe teacher

Fundingagency

Grant

Sanctioned Received

MinorResearchproject 2008 to

2010

Womenempowermentthrough dairy co-operatives withspecial referenceto SHIMUL

Dr. Jayanthi J

UGC Rs. 65000/- Rs. 65000/-

MinorResearchproject 2010 to

2012

WomenempowermentthroughPanchayathrajinstitutions

Dr. K.M.Kumar

UGC Rs. 95000/- Rs. 95000/-

MinorResearchproject

2008B.Krishnappa-Dalit movementsand related

writings.

Dr.A.B.Umesh

UGC Rs. 67000/- Rs 40000/-

MinorResearchproject

2014

The Role ofEntrepreneurs indevelopment ofPoultry Farmingwith specialreference toShivamoggaDistrict.

Prasanna S.H

UGC Rs.97000/- Rs. 77500/-



3.3.6 What are the collaborative research facilities developed/created by theresearch institutes in the college. For ex. Laboratories, library, instruments,computers, new technology etc.

The institution shall definitely explore such possibilities in future.

3.4 Research Publications and Awards

3.4.1 Highlight the major research achievements of the staff and students interms of

Patents obtained and filed (process and product)

Original research contributing to product improvement

Research studies or surveys benefiting the community or

improving the services Research inputs contributing to new initiatives and social

Development

No patents obtained and filed.

Four lecturers have been awarded Ph.D

Students research projects to be taken up very soon.

3.4.2 Does the Institute publish or partner in publication of research journal(s)?

No

3.4.3 Give details of publications by the faculty and students:

Publication per faculty

Number of papers published by faculty and students in

peer reviewed journals (national / international)

Number of publications listed in International Database(for Eg: Web of Science, Scopus, Humanities InternationalComplete, Dare Database - International Social SciencesDirectory, EBSCO host, etc.)

Monographs

Chapter in Books

Books Edited

Books with ISBN/ISSN numbers with details of publishers

Citation Index

SNIP

SJR



Impact factor

h-index

3.4.4 Provide details (if any) of

research awards received by the faculty

recognition received by the faculty from reputed

professional bodies and agencies, nationally andinternationally

incentives given to faculty for receiving state, national and

international recognitions for research contributions.

No awards have been received so far.

3.5 Consultancy

The Commerce Department provides information on income tax calculation toall the college staff and any outsiders who approach them. Some of our seniorlecturers have also contributed as resource persons in NET/SLET coaching classesand also for conducting contact programmes for Distance Education wing of theuniversity.

3.5.1 Give details of the systems and strategies for establishing institute-industry interface?

No initiatives have been taken so far.

3.5.2 What is the stated policy of the institution to promote consultancy? Howis the available expertise advocated and publicized?

The institution encourages the staff to provide free consultancy wheneverapproached. However, the available expertise is not advertised.

3.5.3 How does the institution encourage the staff to utilize their expertise andavailable facilities for consultancy services?

The institution has always encouraged the staff to utilize their expertise andavailable facilities for consultancy. Our teaching staff have been members of Boardof Studies and Board of Evaluation and have also contributed as resource persons inseminars and workshops. Some have also worked as members of textbookcommittees.

3.5.4 List the broad areas and major consultancy services provided by theinstitution and the revenue generated during the last four years.



Teachers of the Commerce department provide free consultancy on incometax calculation for all who approach them. Some of our teachers also work asresource persons whenever invited by other institutions.

3.5.5 What is the policy of the institution in sharing the income generated

through consultancy (staff involved: Institution) and its use for institutionaldevelopment?

As we provide free consultancy no income is generated.

3.6 Extension Activities and Institutional Social Responsibility(ISR)

3.6.1 How does the institution promote institution neighborhood communitynetwork and student engagement, contributing to good citizenship, service

orientation and holistic development of students?

NSS unit of the college adopts a village every year. Awareness programmesregarding health, hygiene and education are conducted.

An annual special camp of a week‟s duration is organized by the NSS unit.During the camp various programmes are organized to provide usefulinformation to the residents of the village.

Blood grouping and blood donation camps have been organized and anumber of students voluntarily donate blood in case of emergencies.

With a view to promote social service our students are encouraged to collect

and donate funds for social causes such as flood/draught relief, toorphanages and so on.

3.6.2 What is the Institutional mechanism to track students’ involvement invarious social movements / activities which promote citizenship roles?

NSS and Red Cross Society promote citizenship roles. Volunteers of NSSand Red Cross Society participate in blood donation camps and social awarenessprogrammes related to health, education and hygiene.

3.6.3 How does the institution solicit stakeholder perception on the overallperformance and quality of the institution?

Students feedback provides the stakeholders perception on the overallperformance and quality of the institution.

3.6.4 How does the institution plan and organize its extension and outreachprogrammes? Providing the budgetary details for last four years, list the majorextension and outreach programmes and their impact on the overalldevelopment of students.



The extension activities are conducted with the help of the NSS, The RedCross Society and Rangers and Rovers unit of the college. The college hasorganized blood donation camps. All these programmes are conducted with fundsreceived from the University and the Government. Such programmes have helpedour students to understand the problems faced by the economically backward

sections of the society and develop an urge to serve the society.

3.6.5 How does the institution promote the participation of students andfaculty in extension activities including participation in NSS, NCC, YRC andother National/ International agencies?

At the beginning of each academic year applications are received from thestudents and NSS volunteers are selected based on their participation in NSSactivities and individual talent. An orientation programme is organized for thesevolunteers. Our NSS volunteers have participated in various University camps andprogrammes organized by other educational institutions.

3.6.6 Give details on social surveys, research or extension work (if any)undertaken by the college to ensure social justice and empower students fromunder-privileged and vulnerable sections of society?

Attempts are being made to involve students in such activities.

3.6.7 Reflecting on objectives and expected outcomes of the extensionactivities organized by the institution, comment on how they complementstudents’ academic learning experience and specify the values and skillsinculcated.

The extension activities conducted by the institution have exposed thestudents to various problems of the society. Our students have acquired life skillswhich cannot be taught within the classrooms. These activities have also helped inoverall development of our students.

3.6.8 How does the institution ensure the involvement of thecommunity in itsreach out activities and contribute to the community development? Detail on

the initiatives of the institution that encourage community participation in itsactivities?

The local police, Government hospital staff, blood banks in Shivamogga, TheLions‟ Club, The Bar Association of Bhadravathi, Kannada sahitya and Samskruthidepartment and Youth Clubs are involved in awareness programmes organized byNSS and Red Cross Unit of the college.

3.6.9 Give details on the constructive relationships forged (if any) with otherinstitutions of the locality for working on various outreach and extensionactivities.

Taluq Kannada Sahitya Parishad – to organize special lectures and seminars.



Kannada and Cultural Department – to train our students in folk dance formcalled Kamsale and our students participated in State level folk dancecompetition and obtained place.

The Bar Association of Bhadravati to conduct legal awareness programmesfor girls on legal assistance available to them.

MOU with the English Department of Government First Grade College,Shimoga on exchange of expertise.

Blood banks of Shivamogga to conduct blood donation camps.

3.6.10 Give details of awards received by the institution for extension activitiesand/contributions to the social/community development during the last fouryears.

No awards have been received so far.

3.7 Collaboration

3.7.1 How does the institution collaborate and interact with researchlaboratories, institutes and industry for research activities. Cite examples andbenefits accrued of the initiatives – collaborative research, staff exchange,sharing facilities and equipment, research scholarships etc.

The institute shall explore such possibilities in future.

3.7.2 Provide details on the MoUs/collaborative arrangements (if any) withinstitutions of national importance/other universities/ industries/Corporate(Corporate entities) etc. and how they have contributed to the development ofthe institution.

The college has organized a number of programmes with the help ofthe Kannnada Sahitya Parishad, Lions‟ Club, Rotary club and Red Cross society.

3.7.3 Give details (if any) on the industry-institution-community interactionsthat have contributed to the establishment /creation/up-gradation of academic

facilities, student and staff support, infrastructure facilities of the institutionviz.laboratories / library/ new technology /placement services etc

Private recruiters have helped in placement services by providingtraining in preparation of resume and facing interviews.

3.7.4 Highlighting the names of eminent scientists/participants who

contributed to the events, provide details of national andinternational conferences organized by the college during the



last four years.

The institution has organized state level seminars.

3.7.5 How many of the linkages/collaborations have actually resulted in formalMoUs and agreements? List out the activities and beneficiaries and citeexamples (if any) of the established linkages that enhanced and/or facilitated –

a) Curriculum development/enrichment

Curriculum is designed by the university. Our teachers have contributed

as members of the Board of Studies and Forums like FOCET (Forum of College

English Teachers).

b) Internship/ On-the-job training

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C)Summer placement

Campus selections have been conducted in the college and students

have availed jobs by participating in job melas.

D] Faculty exchange and professional development

Experienced teachers from other institutions have been invited by alldepartments for special lectures and our teachers have also visited other colleges for

the same. Teachers have been deputed to training programmes and workshops forprofessional development. Some departments have MOU with neighboring collegesfor exchange of faculty.

e) Research

Research scholars have been invited to provide information on ResearchMethodology.

f) Consultancy

Our teachers have provided free consultancy services whenever approsched.

g) Extension

Though there is no formal collaboration the NSS unit has conducted blooddonation camps with the help of various blood banks. Literary and culturalprogrammes have been conducted with assistance from the Kannada and CultureDepartment and bodies such as the Kannada Sahitya Parishat. Law awarenessprogrammes have been organized in collaboration with the Free legal aid cell ofBhadravati.

h) Publication



4.1.4 How does the institution ensure that the infrastructure facilities meet therequirements of students with physical disabilities?

Though no such students have sought admission to the college so far,ramps

are provided for mobility.

4.1.5 Give details on the residential facility and various provisions availablewithin them:

Hostel Facility

Recreational facilities, gymnasium, yoga center, etc.

Computer facility including access to internet in hostel

Facilities for medical emergencies

Library facility in the hostels

Internet and Wi-Fi facility Recreational facility-common room with audio-visualequipments

Available residential facility for the staff and occupancyConstant supply of safe drinking water

Security

Students are accommodated in Government SC/ST hostel which is near thecollege and the Government BCM hostel in Holehonnur.

Recreational facilities such as indoor games are available.

Internet facility in hostel not available First aid facility is available and emergencies are referred to the Government

hospital in Holehonnur.

Library facilities in hostels.

No residential facility is available for staff on the campus.

As the hostels are run by the government, security is provided as pergovernment provisions.

4.1.6 What are the provisions made available to students and staff in terms ofhealth care on the campus and off the campus?

First Aid kit is available in the sports room. Health awareness programmesare organized every year. In case of emergencies treatment is available at thegovernment hospital in Holehonnur town which is about 1 ½ km from the college.

4.1.7 Give details of the Common Facilities available on the campus –spacesfor special units like IQAC, Grievance Redressal unit, Women’s Cell,Counselling and Career Guidance, Placement Unit, Health Centre, Canteen,recreational spaces for staff and students, safe drinking water facility,

auditorium, etc.



Separate rooms are provided for IQAC, Women‟s cell, Counseling centres,Career Guidance and placement cell. Computers are provided in staff rooms.Canteen is available, Indoor sports room and a TV room provide recreation for staffand students. An Auditorium is available. A water cooler provides safe drinkingwater.

4.2 Library as a Learning Resource

4.2.1 Does the library have an Advisory Committee? Specify the compositionof such a committee. What significant initiatives have been implemented bythe committee to render the library, student/user friendly?

A reading room committee constituted by the Head of the Institutioncomprises of all Heads of Departments. The committee meets often to decide thebooks to be purchased and the journals, newspapers and magazines to be

subscribed for the use of students.The committee has also suggested library automation, which is in progress

right now. Students are provided Xerox facility and internet facility in the library.

4.2.2 Provide details of the following:

Total area of the library (in Sq. Mts.)

144

Total seating capacity25

Working hours

10 A.M to 5 P.M on all days except Sundays and general holidays.

Layout of the library

Space is provided for students to read newspapers and magazines and referbooks. Four computers with internet facility are available for accessing e - resources.

4.2.3 How does the library ensure purchase and use of current titles, print ande-journals and other reading materials? Specify the amount spent onprocuring new books, journals and e-resources during the last four years.

The library advisory committee suggests books to be purchased on the basisof students needs and change in syllabus.

Libraryholdings

2009-10 2010-11 2011-12 2012-13

Number Totalcost Number Totalcost Number Totalcost Number Totalcost



Text books 1894 333414 3535 822395 2505 73216 403 93636

Referencebooks

36 11335 21 5368 77 20536 4 3900

Journals/Periodicals 15 15000 18 18000 25 25000 42 32000

e-resources

Any other

4.2.4 Provide details on the ICT and other tools deployed to provide maximum

access to the library collection?

OPAC Available.

Electronic Resource Management package for e-journalsNot available.

Federated searching tools to search articles in multipleDatabases

Not available.

Library WebsiteNot available.

In-house/remote access to e-publications Available.

Library automationIn progress, 60% automation accomplished.

Total number of computers for public access04

Total numbers of printers for public accessNil

Internet band width/ speed512 kbps.

Institutional Repository

Not available.



Content management system for e-learning

No.

Participation in Resource sharing networks/consortia

Not available.

4.2.5 Provide details on the following items:

Average number of walk-ins

180 per day.

Average number of books issued/returned

200 per day.

Ratio of library books to students enrolled

44:1

Average number of books added during last three years2500

Average number of login to opac (OPAC)

80

Average number of login to e-resources

50

Average number of e-resources downloaded/printed

35%

Number of information literacy trainings organized

1 program.

Details of “weeding out” of books and other materials

Every year about 20 books on an average are weeded out on therecommendations of the stock verification report.

4.2.6 Give details of the specialized services provided by the library

Manuscripts

Not available.

Reference

More than one thousand books are available for reference.

Reprography



Available.

ILL (Inter Library Loan Service)

Not available.

Information deployment and notification

Available.

Download

Available.

Printing

Available.

Reading list/ Bibliography compilation

Available.

In-house/remote access to e-resources Available.

User Orientation and awareness

Conducted during orientation for fresh entrants.

Assistance in searching Databases

Provided.

INFLIBNET/IUC facilities Not available

4.2.7 Enumerate on the support provided by the Library staff to the studentsand teachers of the college.

Books are available according to the rules of the library.

Internet facility is provided to both teachers and students.

OPAC facility is available.

Xerox facility is also available. Syllabus and previous years question papers in all subjects are available.

There is free access to subscribed e – journals.

Newspapers, magazines and journals are made available to the students.

4.2.8 What are the special facilities offered by the library to thevisually/physically challenged persons? Give details.

So far there have been no physically challenged students admitted to thecollege. Provisions shall be made when such students seek admission to thecollege.



4.2.9 Does the library get the feedback from its users? If yes, how is itanalysed and used for improving the library services. (What strategies aredeployed by the Library to collect feedback from users? How is the feedback

analysed and used for further improvement of the library services?)

The IQAC collects feedbacks from the users of the library at the end of everyyear. The suggestions given by the students are implemented after discussing thematter in the library advisory committee.

4.3 IT Infrastructure

4.3.1. Give details on the computing facility available (hardware and software)at the institution.

Number of computers with Configuration (provide actual

number with exact configuration of each available system)

57 computers have been purchased so far, of which 54 are in workingcondition. Internet facility is available in 11 computers. Four laptops have also beenpurchased.

Computer-student ratio1:8

Stand alone facility

42

LAN facility15

Wifi facilityNot available.

Licensed software14

Number of nodes/ computers with Internet facility11

4.3.2 Detail on the computer and internet facility made available to the facultyand students on the campus and off-campus?

Students and staff have free access to the internet facility available in thecollege.

4.3.3 What are the institutional plans and strategies for deploying andupgrading the IT infrastructure and associated facilities?



IT infrastructure is upgraded with assistance from the government and UGC.

The institution plans to replace the old model computers with new ones. Morecomputers with internet facilityshall be provided to students.

4.3.4 Provide details on the provision made in the annual budget forprocurement, upgradation, deployment and maintenance of the computers andtheir accessories in the institution (Year wise for last four years)

Computers are purchased as and when funds are released from thegovernment or the UGC. Upgradation and maintenance are managed through fundsavailable from UGC and the CDF funds.

4.3.5 How does the institution facilitate extensive use of ICT resources

including development and use of computer-aided teaching/learning materialsby its staff and students?

A hall with LCD projector is used by the faculty whenever required. Aninteractive board is also available in the computer lab.

4.3.6 Elaborate giving suitable examples on how the learning activities andtechnologies deployed (access to on-line teaching - learning resources,independent learning, ICT enabled classrooms/learning spaces etc.) by theinstitution place the student at the centre of teaching-learning process andrenderthe role of a facilitator for the teacher.

The students are permitted to use the computer lab and the networkresource centre during leisure and after classes. They are helped to understand thebasic concepts of computer.

4.3.7 Does the Institution avail of the National Knowledge Network connectivitydirectly or through the affiliating university?

Not yet.

4.4 Maintenance of Campus Facilities

4.4.1 How does the institution ensure optimal allocation and utilization of theavailable financial resources for maintenance and upkeep of the followingfacilities (substantiate your statements by providing details of budgetallocated during last four years)?a. Building

b. Furniturec. Equipment



d. Computerse. Vehiclesf. Any other

As ours is a government college maintenance of the building is undertaken by

the PWD. The equipment are maintained with funds from CDC and CDF.

4.4.2 What are the institutional mechanisms for maintenance and upkeep ofthe infrastructure, facilities and equipment of the college?

The Head of the institution assigns responsibility of maintenance ofinfrastructure and equipment of the college to the staff.

4.4.3 How and with what frequency does the institute take up calibration and

other precision measures for the equipment/ instruments?

The department heads are assigned responsibilities for taking up suchmeasures.

4.4.4 What are the major steps taken for location, upkeep and maintenance ofsensitive equipment (voltage fluctuations, constant supply of water etc.)?

UPS is available for uninterrupted power supply. A diesel generator is alsoinstalled.

There is sufficient water supply. A bore well in the campus provides enoughwater.



CRITERION V: STUDENT SUPPORT AND PROGRESSION

5.1 Student Mentoring and Support

5.1.1 Does the institution publish its updated prospectus/handbook annually?

If ‘yes’, what is the information provided to students through these documentsand how does the institution ensure its commitment and accountability?

Yes.The prospectus is published and updated annually. The prospectus contains

information about courses offered, combinations available, fee structure foradmission, calendar of events, facilities available and list of teaching and non-teaching staff.

5.1.2 Specify the type, number and amount of institutional scholarships /

freeships given to the students during the last four years and whether thefinancial aid was available and disbursed on time?

The students can avail SC, ST, post-matric, BCM, Sanchi Honnamma andC.V Raman Scholarships. All girls need not pay the tuition fees. Details ofscholarships disbursed in the last five years is provided below:

2009-2010

2010-2011

Sl.No. Type of scholarship No. ofbeneficiaries

Amoun2009-2010tdispersed

1 Physically handicapped 01 2000

2 Sanchihonnamma 02 4000

3 BCM EBL 06 9600

4 BCM ST 02 6400

5 BCM Govt. of India 66 71400

6 BCM Minorities 02 8000

Total 79 101400


Amoundispersed

1 Kuvempu University 03 2250

2 Sanchihonnamma 02 4000

3 BCM EBL 04 6400

4 BCM 04 14400

5 BCM 39

6 Social Welfare Dept. 12 26700

Total 64



2011-2012

2012-2013

Si. No. Type of Scholarship No. ofbeneficiaries

Amountdispersed

1 BCM 69

2 Sanchihonnamma 06 AmountCredited tostudents

3 Sports 02 Account

4 Social welfare dept. 40 Directly

2013-2014

5.1.3 What percentage of students receive financial assistance from stategovernment, central government and other national agencies?

Almost 40% of the students receive financial assistance from the stategovernment in the form of various scholarships.

5.1.4 What are the specific support services/facilities available for

Students from SC/ST, OBC and economically weaker

sections Students with physical disabilities


Amountdispersed

1 BCM 08 28000

2 Sanchihonnamma 02 40003 Physically handicapped 01 2000

4 BCM Govt. of India 05 6300

5 BCM 94 27000

6 Social Welfare Dept. 01 3300

Total 111 70600

Si. No. Type of Scholarship No. ofbeneficiaries

Amountdispersed

1 BCM 85

2 Sanchihonnamma 06 Amount

3 Social Welfare dept. 118 Directlycredited tostudentsaccount



Overseas students

Students to participate in various competitions/Nationaland International Medical assistance to students: health centre, healthinsurance etc.

Organizing coaching classes for competitive exams Skill development (spoken English, computer literacy, etc.,) Support for “slow learners” Exposures of students to other institution of higherlearning/ corporate/business house etc. Publication of student magazines

SC/ST, OBC and students who are economically weak receive scholarships.They are also informed about hostel facilities available in the town. Feeconcession is availed for them during admission and in examination fees asper university guidelines.

Physically handicapped students get financial assistance from thegovernment.

Not applicable.

Students who participate in sports meets and cultural competition outside thecollege are provided TA/DA from the Cultural Association and Sports funds.

First Aid is available in the campus.

Students who appear for competitive exams are encouraged to approach theteachers for guidance.

Spoken English Classes are conducted in the college.

Slow learners are identified (through marks scored in tests, Internal Assessments and Exam) and are provided extra coaching after class hoursand even during vacations.

Students‟ visits are arranged to nearby institutions.

A wall magazine helps students publish articles, poems etc.

5.1.5 Describe the efforts made by the institution to facilitate entrepreneurialskills, among the students and the impact of the efforts.

Special lectures are arranged for –

Commerce and BBM students to develop entrepreneurial skills.

5.1.6 Enumerate the policies and strategies of the institution which promoteparticipation of students in extracurricular and cocurricular activities such assports, games, Quiz competitions, debate and discussions, cultural activitiesetc.

additional academic support, flexibility in examinations

special dietary requirements, sports uniform and materials

any other



All the students are encouraged to participate in extracurricular and co-curricular activities. Students interested in sports are trained after class hoursespecially handball, wrestling and volleyball. The Cultural Association of the collegeorganizes competitions in music, debate, elocution, quiz, mimicry etc. Talentedstudents are trained and sent to university and other colleges to participate in

competitions. Our students have undergone training in a folk dance form calledKamsale. Students who participate in competitions outside college are providedTA/DA. Winners of competitions are felicitated during the valedictory function ofCultural and Sports activities every year.

It is mandatory for students to attend the exams and no concession isavailable.

5.1.7 Enumerating on the support and guidance provided to the students inpreparing for the competitive exams, give details on the number of studentsappeared and qualified in various competitive exams such as UGC-CSIR- NET,

UGC-NET, SLET, ATE / CAT / GRE / TOFEL / GMAT / Central /State services,Defense, Civil Services, etc.

Students appearing for competitive exams can seek guidance from theteachers who willingly help them. Ours being a UG college students are not eligibleto appear for NET/SLET exams.

5.1.8 What type of counselling services are made available to the students(academic, personal, career, psycho-social etc.)

Two of our teaching staff have undergone training in counseling and weprovide academic, personal and career counseling. We also invite resource personswhenever possible to address the students.

5.1.9 Does the institution have a structured mechanism for career guidanceand placement of its students? If ‘yes’, detail on the services provided to helpstudents identify job opportunities and prepare themselves for interview andthe percentage of students selected during campus interviews by differentemployers (list the employers and the programmes).

There is a career guidance cell which keeps the students informedabout job opportunities. Recruiters from Shivamogga are invited to train students inresume preparation and facing interviews. About 2% of the students get offer lettersbut, many of them prefer to continue their studies.

5.1.10 Does the institution have a student grievance redressal cell? If yes, list(if any) the grievances reported and redressed during the last four years.

A Students Grievance Redressal cell exists in the college. It is headed by the

Student Welfare Offices. A complaint box is available for students to bring their



problems to the notice of the Principal. Given below are some important grievancesredressed in the last four years –

1. The college is about 2 kms away from the town buses that ply betweenShimoga and Channagiri would not stop at the college. The studentsbrought this to the Principal‟s notice. With the help of the local leaders and

the police steps were taken to that students could commute to the collegewithout any anxiety.

2. Girls outnumber boys and there was a demand for a separate Girls restrooms. A Girls rest room is being constructed with assistance from theUGC.

3. The students demand for safe drinking water was addressed by installinga water cooler.

5.1.11 What are the institutional provisions for resolving issues pertaining tosexual harassment?

Sexual harassment and eve teasing cases are very scarce as students comefrom rural areas. The students are advised during the orientation programme toreport such cases to the student welfare officer. Except for a couple of minorincidents which were handled by warning/counseling the culprits, no major incidentshave occurred. Yet there is an Anti – Harassment Cell in the college which consistsof the principal and senior lady staff as members.

5.1.12 Is there an anti-ragging committee? How many instances (if any) havebeen reported during the last four years and what action has been taken onthese?

So far no incident of ragging has been reported. However if such cases arereported in the future the Students Welfare Officer shall bring it to the notice of theprincipal for suitable action.

5.1.13 Enumerate the welfare schemes made available to students by theinstitution.

Safe drinking water Canteen

Health checkups through NSS

Assistance to avail scholarships

5.1.14 Does the institution have a registered Alumni Association? If ‘yes’, whatare its activities and major contributions for institutional, academic andinfrastructure development?

The institution has an Alumni Association which is not registered. The Alumni Association‟s contributions are as follows –

Felicitation to toppers. Felicitation and financial assistance to rank holders.



Arranging campus selections.

Publicity to increase admissions.

5.2 Student Progression

5.2.1 Providing the percentage of students progressing to higher education oremployment (for the last four batches) highlight the trends observed.

Student progression %

UG to PG 20%

PG to M.Phil -

PG to Ph.D -

Employed

Campus selection

Other than campus recruitment 20%

5.2.2 Provide details of the programme wise pass percentage and completionrate for the last four years (cohort wise/batch wise as stipulated by theuniversity)? Furnish programme-wise details in comparison with that of the

previous performance of the same institution and that of the Colleges of theaffiliatinguniversity within the city/district.

Results of our college from 2009-10 to 2012-13

Year B.A B.B.M B.Com B.Sc

2009-10 83% 70% - -

2010-11 91% 100% - -

2011-12 81% 85% - 60%

2012-13 93% 100% 76% 100%

Results of Kuvempu University from 2009-10 to 2012-13

Year B.A B.B.M B.Com B.Sc

2009-10 81.5 50.09 49.48 69.8

2010-11 80 77.55 69.48 68.9

2011-12 81.9 73.64 64.24 71

2012-13 87.6 81.85 80 66.3



5.2.3 How does the institution facilitate student progression to higher level ofeducation and/or towards employment?

Teachers guide students on choice of course (PG or B.Ed). Every year acareer guidance programme is organized with the help of the University career

guidance cell. Students of previous batches already pursuing PG courses oremployed are invited to interact with our students.

5.2.4 Enumerate the special support provided to students who areat risk offailure and drop out?

Special coaching classes are conducted for students who fail. For example,most of our students come from remote villages and find passing in English verydifficult. Such students are encouraged to attend special classes and the results areencouraging. A lecture on „Study Skills‟ was also organized to help such students. A„SWOT Analysis‟ was conducted for B.Com, B.B.M students to help them perform

better.

5.3 Student Participation and Activities

5.3.1 List the range of sports, games, cultural and other extracurricularactivities available to students. Provide details of participation and programcalendar.

Sports facilities available to students:

Outdoor facilities 1. Handball court2. Kho-kho court3. Ball badminton court4. Volley ball court5. Tennicoit court

Indoor facilities 1. Sports room with carrom and chess boards2 Practice hall with mats for wrestling and judo practice

The Cultural Association of the college provides training to talented students and

encourages students to participate in inter-college and other competitions. Ourstudents have been trained in “Kamsale” a folk dance form. They were also trainedto participate in a drama competition held at Shivamogga.

5.3.2 Furnish the details o fmajor student achievements in cocurricular,extracurricular and cultural activities at different levels: University / State /Zonal / National / International, etc. for the previous four years.

2010-2011Sports achievements - 1 gold medal in men‟s judo at the inter college level

- ! silver medal in men‟s power lifting at the Universitylevel



- 5 bronze medals in Chess competitions at theuniversity

Level- 2 students were selected to represent the University

A male student in judo

A female student in handball

2011-2012Sports achievements - ! gold medal in men‟s judo at inter college meet

- ! gold medal in men‟s weight lifting at inter collegemeet

- 1 bronze medal in men‟s power lifting at intercollegemeet

- 1 bronze medal in men‟s judo at intercollege meet - A male student was selected to represent the varsity

in judo

- A female student was selected for intervarsity handball team

2012-2013Sports achievements - 1 gold medal in men‟s wrestling at inter college meet

- 2 silver medals in men‟s wrestling at inter college meet - 1 silver and 2 bronze in men‟s judo at inter college meet - 4 bronze medals in men‟s wrestling at inter college

meet- 1 bronze in women‟s wrestling at inter college meet - 1 male student participated in All India Wrestling meet- 1 female student participated in All India Hand ball

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Achievements in cultural activities

The Cultural Association has trained students in “kamsale”, a folkdance form. This team has received the second place in inter college competitionsand also participated in state level competitions. A programme on folk music wasorganized with assistance from the Kannada and Culture Department. Our studentshave won prizes in mimicry and procession march at the Sahyadri Utsava organizedby the Kuvempu University. Special lectures have been organized in collaborationwith local bodies and donors.

5.3.3 How does the college seek and use data and feedback from its graduatesand employers, to improve the performance and quality of the institutional

provisions?



Every year a feedback is collected by students regarding facilities provided bythe college. Based on this feedback measures are taken to improve the performanceand quality of the institutional provisions.

5.3.4 How does the college involve and encourage students to publishmaterials like catalogues, wall magazines, college magazine, and othermaterial? List the publications/ materials brought out by the students duringthe previous four academic sessions.

The students have brought out wall magazines in Kannada.5.3.5 Does the college have a Student Council or any similar body?Give details on its selection, constitution, activities and funding.

A Students‟ Council is constituted by nominating the toppers of each class. Itis not an elected body. This council interacts between the students and the principalin solving various problems concerning the students.

5.3.6 Give details of various academic and administrative bodies that havestudent representatives on them.

Student representatives are nominated members of the following bodies:1. College Development Fund utilization committee2. Cultural Association3. Sports Committee4. College Development Council

5.3.7 How does the institution network and collaborate with the Alumni andformer faculty of the Institution.

The Head of the institution is constantly in touch with the office bearers of the Alumni Association for seeking suggestions and assistance in improving the collegeboth academically and infrastructural wise. Former faculty of the institution are alsoinvolved in decision making whenever necessary.

CRITERION VI: GOVERNANCE, LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT

6.1 Institutional Vision and Leadership

6.1.1 State the vision and mission of the Institution and enumerate on how themission statement defines the institution’s distinctive characteristics in termsof addressing the needs of the society, the students it seeks to serve,institution’s traditions and value orientations, vision for the future, etc.?

VISION:

To become a leading educational institution that caters to the needs of the

rural youth to train them to be able to compete confidently with their counter parts in

urban institutions.



MISSION:

To provide educational opportunities to the rural poor and the marginalized

sections of the society.

To impart knowledge to empower the youth to assert their identity and self-

respect. To make students employable after graduation.

To inculcate the spirit of humanity and a sense of morality among the

students.

OBJECTIVES:

To cater to the higher educational needs of rural students especially the girls.

To develop the values of self-respect, truthfulness and democratic citizenship

among students. To provide guidance and support for all round development of the students to

help them accomplish their goals.

As the college caters to the needs of students from remote villages, our

endeavor is to train them to compete with their counterparts from urban

institutions. Our students also need to overcome certain social taboos and

inhibitions. Therefore our sincere mission is to develop a scientific

temperament in them. We have been trying, through our programmes, to

make them computer literates and confident enough to converse in simple

English. Our vision for the future is to enable students either to pursue higherstudies or find jobs.

6.1.2 What is the role of top management, Principal and Faculty in design andimplementation of its quality policy and plans?

As ours is a government college all decisions regarding implementation ofpolicies and plans are taken by the College Council Committee comprising of thePrincipal and the teaching staff. A College Development Committee is also formedas per government rules headed by the MLA and elected members of local bodies.

This committee plays a vital role in providing amenities and other requirements forthe development of the college. Various committees are formed by the Principal toimplement policies and plans of the government.

6.1.3 What is the involvement of the leadership in ensuring :

the policy statements and action plans for fulfillment of thestated mission

formulation of action plans for all operations andincorporation of the same into the institutional strategicplan

Interaction with stakeholders Proper support for policy and planning through need



analysis, research inputs and consultations with thestakeholders

Reinforcing the culture of excellence

Champion organizational change

Firstly the visions, missions and objectives are made known to the studentsthrough the prospectus and displaying them on the college campus. Anorientation programme is also organized for new students.

Action plans are formulated at the beginning of each academic year andvarious committees and Head of Departments help in realizing these plans.

Students who are the main stakeholders are free to meet the Principal or theStudents Welfare Officer and appraise him/her about their problems orrequirements. The college also interacts with parents and the CDC memberswhenever required.

No decision is taken or implemented without consultation involving students

and the staff. As ours is a government college there is no scope for major organizationalchanges unless initiated by the government.

6.1.4 What are the procedures adopted by the institution to monitor andevaluate policies and plans of the institution for effective implementation andimprovement from time to time?

Various Committees are formed and they meet often to monitor, evaluate andreform policies and plans of the college.

6.1.5 Give details of the academic leadership provided to the facultyby the top management?

As ours is a government institution the Principal and the staff take on theresponsibility of management. Any suggestion given by any of the staff fordevelopment of the college is considered and implemented after discussions in staffmeetings. The staff is involved in all major decisions taken by the Head of theInstitution in all academic matters.

6.1.6 How does the college groom leadership at various levels?

NSS activities provide ample opportunities for students to develop leadershipqualities.

Government sponsored programmes such as Sahayog and Star programmealso contribute a lot in developing confidence and leadership qualities amongstudents.

Students are given the responsibility of organizing semesters and conductingcultural and sports competitions in the college.



6.1.7 How does the college delegate authority and provide operationalautonomy to the departments / units of the institution and work towardsdecentralized governance system?

The Head of the Institution forms various committees and delegates authority

for smooth governance. The Heads of Departments and the committees areprovided operational autonomy but are answerable to the Principal of the college.

6.1.8 Does the college promote a culture of participative management? If ‘yes’,indicate the levels of participative management.

The college does promote a culture of participative management by involvingthe staff, the students and the CDC in taking decisions for the improvement of thecollege.

6.2 Strategy Development and Deployment

6.2.1 Does the Institution have a formally stated quality policy? How is itdeveloped, driven, deployed and reviewed?

The institution emulates the quality policy of the UGC and the stategovernment. The main policy of the college is to provide students education thatshall not only make them employable but also develop them into responsiblecitizens.

Academic and non-academic activities are conducted with the help of thevarious departments and committees with an objective to improve the quality ofeducation.

6.2.2 Does the Institute have a perspective plan for development? If so, givethe aspects considered for inclusion in the plan.

Yes the institution plans to develop in terms of,1. Infrastructure- a separate library building and gymnasium

2. Introduction of more courses like BCA and BSW and at least two PG coursesto help rural students especially the girls to continue education after PUC.3. To train our students in various skills essential for employability.

6.2.3 Describe the internal organizational structure and decision makingprocesses.

15 committees have been constituted to assist the Principal in decision

making in various matters. The Principal is the Ex-Officio Chairman of all these

committees. Transparency is maintained and the coordinators and conveners

of the committees function by seeking suggestions from students and staff.



6.2.4 Give a broad description of the quality improvement strategies of theinstitution for each of the following

Teaching & Learning

Research & DevelopmentCommunity engagement

Human resource management

Industry interaction

A lot of importance is given to improve the quality of teaching and learning.Quality of teaching is enhanced by encouraging teachers to attend RefresherCourses, Orientation Programmes, seminars and other training programs.The first few classes in each semester are converted into a bridge course tohelp students perform better in tests and exams. Students‟ performance in

tests and exams provide feedback on the teaching – learning process. Thestudents‟ feedback on teachers also helps in improving teaching. Specialseminars are also organized to enhance learning. The students and theteachers are provided with a good library and internet facility which help inimproving the quality of teaching and learning.

Teachers are encouraged to take up research. A few of our teachers havebeen awarded with Ph.D and M.Phil degrees. teachers have registeredfor Ph.D, minor and major research projects have been taken up by ourteaching staff. An innovative club is constituted to encourage research amongstudents.

The NSS unit of the college is involved in community service. Many social

awareness programmes are conducted by organizing special camps inremote villages. Local bodies are involved in social service activities like blooddonation, law awareness etc.

Human resource development1. The Sports department encourages students to excel themselves in

games of their interest. Our students have won a number of prizes in Intercollege meets and represented university.

2. The Cultural Association provides ample opportunities for students toexhibit and improve their talents.

3. Special lectures are arranged on study skills, life skills, communicationskills and preparation of projects.

4. The NSS activities develop leadership and organizational ability amongthe students.

6.2.5 How does the Head of the institution ensure that adequate information(from feedback and personal contacts etc.) is available for the topmanagement and the stakeholders, to review the activities of the institution?

The Head of the institution is in constant touch with the Joint Director, theDirector and the Commissioner‟s office through phone and e-mail to provide

information about the college i.e., admissions, results, workload, number of guestfaculty required, developmental grants etc.



Within the college the Principal is available to the stakeholders i.e., students,parents or local people personally during working hours and on phone.

6.2.6 How does the management encourage and support involvement of the

staff in improving the effectiveness and efficiency of the institutionalprocesses?

The Head of the institution encourages and supports involvement of the staffin improving the effectiveness and efficiency of the institutional processes byformation of various committee which meet often to discuss issues related to thedevelopment of the college.

6.2.7 Enumerate the resolutions made by the Management Council in the lastyear and the status of implementation of such resolutions.

As ours is a government college all decisions are taken by the Head of theinstitution in consultation with the staff.

6.2.8 Does the affiliating university make a provision for according the statusof autonomy to an affiliated institution? If ‘yes’, what are the efforts made bythe institution in obtaining autonomy?

The affiliating university can provide status of autonomy to colleges. As ourcollege is still to develop in terms of student intake, courses offered andinfrastructure, we have not applied for autonomy.

6.2.9 How does the Institution ensure that grievances / complaints arepromptly attended to and resolved effectively? Is there a mechanism toanalyse the nature of grievances for promoting better stakeholderrelationship?

The Students‟ Welfare Officer heads the Grievances Redressal Cell and allgrievances are promptly attended to and resolved effectively.

6.2.10 During the last four years, had there been any instances of court casesfiled by and against the institute ? Provide details on the issues and decisionsof the courts on these?

No.

6.2.11 Does the Institution have a mechanism for analyzing student feedbackon institutional perf ormance? If ‘yes’, what was the outcome and response ofthe institution to such an effort?



The Principal and the IQAC coordinator collect feedback from students aboutquality of teaching and facilities available in the college. The feedback obtained isanalyzed and informed to the concerned department or teacher for necessary action.Feedback regarding infrastructural necessities are brought to the notice of thesession officials in the department.

6.3 Faculty Empowerment Strategies

6.3.1 What are the efforts made by the institution to enhance the professionaldevelopment of its teaching and non teaching staff?

Both the teaching as well as the office staff are encouraged to attend trainingprogrammes that enhance their performance.

6.3.2 What are the strategies adopted by the institution for facultyempowerment through training, retraining and motivating the employees forthe roles and responsibility they perform?

The institution empower the faculty by deputing them to training programmesconducted by the Department of Collegiate Education and the UGC.

6.3.3 Provide details on the performance appraisal system of the staff toevaluate and ensure that information on multipleactivities is appropriatelycaptured and considered for better appraisal.

It is a mandatory for all government college staff members to submit a selfappraised at the end of each academic year. The Head of the institution assessesthe performance of the individual and forwards it to the Commissioner of theDepartment for higher education.

6.3.4 What is the outcome of the review of the performance appraisal reportsby the management and the major decisions taken? How are theycommunicated to the appropriate stakeholders?

So far no major decisions seem to have been taken as an outcome of theperformance appraisal reports. However if the Head of the Institution or thestakeholders complain about any of the staff members action is initiated againstthem.

6.3.5 What are the welfare schemes available for teaching and non teachingstaff? What percentage of staff have availed the benefit of such schemes in thelast four years?

The following welfare schemes are available for the teaching and non-teaching staff.



Leave facilities – Casual leave, Earned leave, maternity leave and study leave.Financial aid – EL encashment, Festival advance, loans for various purposes, Minor

and Major research projects, medical expenses are reimbursed.

6.3.6 What are the measures taken by the Institution for attracting andretaining eminent faculty?

The institution cannot retain or attract eminent faculty as appointments,deputations, transfers and promotions of the employees are taken care of by thegovernment.

6.4 Financial Management and Resource Mobilization

6.4.1 What is the institutional mechanism to monitor effective and efficient useof available financial resources?

Financial assistance is received from the government and the UGC. TheCollege Council and the Purchasing committee and the UGC committee takedecisions on utilization of funds. Utilization certificates are submitted. All financialmatters are subjected to audit by the government. Transparency is maintained inutilization of funds.

6.4.2 What are the institutional mechanisms for internal and external audit?When was the last audit done and what are the major audit objections?Provide the details on compliance.

There is no mechanism for internal audit. External audit is done by thegovernment. The last audit was done up to 31/6/2012 and objections attended to.

6.4.3 What are the major sources of institutional receipts/funding and how isthe deficit managed? Provide audited income and expenditure statement ofacademic and administrative activities of the previous four years and thereserve fund/corpus available with Institutions, if any.

The college depends on the state government and the UGC for institutional

funding. Additional funds are sought in case of deficit. The CDC and the collegedevelopment funds are also available.

6.4.4 Give details on the efforts made by the institution in securing additionalfunding and the utilization of the same (if any).

UGC funds sought for the XII plan

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6.5 Internal Quality Assurance System (IQAS)

6.5.1 Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC)



a. Has the institution established an Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC)? .6 If „yes‟, what is the institutional policy with regard to quality assurance and how has itcontributed in institutionalizing the quality assuranceprocesses?

b. How many decisions of the IQAC have been approved bythe management / authorities for implementation and howmany of them were actually implemented?c. Does the IQAC have external members on its committee?If so, mention any significant contribution made by them.d. How do students and alumni contribute to the effectivefunctioning of the IQAC?e. How does the IQAC communicate and engage staff fromdifferent constituents of the institution?

Yes. The IQAC prepares a perspective plan at the beginning of each

academic year. Keeping in view the areas that need to the improved upon.The IQAC also supervises the performance of all departments by encouragingthem to organize programmes that enhance learning.

The goals set by the IQAC are usually implemented by the institution.

The programmes organized by the IQAC are well received by students andstaff. The Alumni assist the IQAC in organizing special lectures and campusselections.

The IQAC meets often to discuss with the staff and seek their suggestions inorganizing programmes.

6.5.2 Does the institution have an integrated framework for Quality assuranceof the academic and administrative activities? If ‘yes’, give details on itsoperationalisation.

Yes. Every academic year the framework for quality assurance is alteredbased on the requirements of the institution.

6.5.3 Does the institution provide training to its staff for effectiveimplementation of the Quality assurance procedures? If ‘yes’, give details

enumerating its impact.

Yes. The IQAC has taken steps to provide training to the staff in the use of thestate of art teaching aids.

6.5.4 Does the institution undertake Academic Audit or other external review ofthe academic provisions? If ‘yes’, how are the outcomes used to improve theinstitutional activities?

Feedback is collected from students at the end of each academic year. This

feedback helps in formulating plans to improve the institutional activities.



6.5.5 How are the internal quality assurance mechanisms aligned with therequirements of the relevant external quality assurance agencies/regulatoryauthorities?

There is no external quality assurance agency or regulatory authority. Yet theIQAC welcomes suggestions from the faculty and the stakeholders.

6.5.6 What institutional mechanisms are in place to continuously review theteaching learning process? Give details of its structure, methodologies ofoperations and outcome?

Students feedback is collected every year and brought to the notice of theconcerned departments. This has helped in continuous review of teaching andlearning process.

6.5.7 How does the institution communicate its quality assurance policies,mechanisms and outcomes to the various internal and external stakeholders?

The plans and policies and their implementation are communicated to allteachers in meetings and student through their representatives in variouscommittees.



CRITERIA VII: INNOVATIONS AND BEST PRACTICES

7.1 Environment Consciousness

7.1.1 Does the Institute conduct a Green Audit of its campus and facilities?Yes

7.1.2 What are the initiatives taken by the college to make the campus eco-friendly?

Energy conservation

Use of renewable energy

Water harvesting

Check dam construction

Efforts for Carbon neutrality

Plantation Hazardous waste management

e-waste managementThe college is situated amidst areca nut plantations and fields. It is one and

a half kilometers away from the town. The campus is cleaned and well maintained bythe NNS volunteers of the college.

7.2 Innovations

7.2.1 Give details of innovations introduced during the last four years which

have created a positive impact on the functioning of the college.

Innovations in the field of teaching have been adopted in the college.Interactive boards are used for teaching and this has certainly helped studentsunderstand better and the monotony of a series of lectures is broken. Film anddocumentary shows have also created social awareness among students. Wallmagazine provides opportunities for students to express their views and talents.

7.3 Best Practices

7.3.1 Elaborate on any two best practices in the given format at page no. 98,

which have contributed to the achievement of the Institutional Objectives



and/or contributed to the Quality improvement of the core activities of thecollege.

Elaboration of two best practices

1. Women empowerment through education

Goal: It is a fact that people in the villages are not fully aware of the benefits of education for women. Our students belong to the economically

weaker sections of the society and are predominantly dependent on

agriculture for a livelihood. In a majority of the cases the students are the

first generation learners. Daughters are married off once they reach the age

of eighteen. Often we discovered that female students discontinued studies because they were married. We decided to educate our female students on

the benefits of education. Our goal was to reduce the dropout rate of young

women. We wanted our girls to develop into confident and self- dependent

young women with knowledge of their rights and ready to help others.

The context:

While preparing the list of students admitted to third and fourth

semester of UG courses we observed that a few girls had discontinued their

students. Their results proved that they were good at studies. We then

decided to convince their parents that their daughter should be given an

opportunity to continue her studies. The success rate was very low in the beginning.

The practice:The lady teachers of the college then decided that something had to

be done for our girls. We then started a counselling center called ‘santvana’

and encouraged the students to approach us for any kind of problems. Two

of our senior lady teachers are trained at NIMHANS, Bengaluru. They alongwith the Head of the Sociology department, formed a women’s cell. Through

this cell we have organized programmes related to women’s problems. We

invited Smt. Sandhya Kaveri, a counselor, to address the students on how to

cope up with stress in the present day. Prof. Reshma of the sociologydepartment of Government First Grade College, Tarikere in her special



lecture highlighted the importance of education for women for economic

security. The male teachers have also supported the programmes organized

by the cell. Then a need was felt to introduce our girls to laws related to

women. We sought the help of a lawyer, who was also a guest lecturer in our

college. With his help we were able to utilize the services of the BadravathiBar Association Free legal Service cell. Judges, public prosecutors andlawyers visited our college to provide information about laws for women.

We are really moved by the kind of response these programmes have

received.

Evidence of success:

Though we are still to achieve a lot, small successes have kept

us moving on. The number of girls seeking admission has certainly risen and

they out number boys. We have observed shy girls slowly open up and come

forward to present papers in the class. Their performance in exams has

improved. A girl made us proud by obtaining the fifth rank last year. We are

expecting another girl to obtain a rank this year. A girl who could not

continue her studies after her father’s death has been advised to take up a

part time job and she has continued her studies. We have successfully

convinced the parents of a BBM student to let her complete her graduation.

Financial assistance has also been provided by teachers to poor girl students.

It is heartening to see our girls participate in all co-curricular activities.

Parents now send their daughters to NSS camps.Girls are actively participating in sports. A student has represented the

University in hand ball and won a bronze medal in wrestling. She has also

received scholarship in sports.

Problems encountered and resources required:It is never easy to break the social norms especially when it

comes to dealing with rural people. We have just begun and will continue to

move on. There is no dearth of resources, as the female students are exemptfrom tuition fees. They can avail scholarships and education loans. What

they really need is moral support.



2.Blood Donation Camp

Goal:To make the students aware of their responsibility to help people in

emergencies. To involve NSS and the Red Cross Society volunteers in this

noble cause of saving precious lives. To remove from the minds of students anymisconceptions regarding blood donation.

The context:

The NSS unit of the college organized a blood donation camp and the

response was very poor. Most of the girls refused to donate blood because they

felt it would weaken them and effect their future life. Many of the students

thought the experience would be very painful. They failed to realize that in case

of an emergency they may have to receive blood from others.

The practice:

The NSS officer seeks the permission of the Head of the institution toorganize a blood donation camp. Once the permission is obtained blood banks

are contacted and a convenient date fixed. The students of the college are

informed in advance about the camp. Students are encouraged to donate blood

voluntarily and no one is forced. On the day of the camp doctors address thestudents and provide information about the process of blood donation and blood

grouping. It is made very clear that it is very safe as disposable syringes are

used to extract blood. They are also told that the blood removed would be

regenerated in a few days and blood can be donated once every three months by

a healthy person. The donors are provided with refreshments soon after blooddonation. The weight and haemoglobin count of the student is tested before

donation. The students are also given tips on healthy food habits.

Evidence of success:The students who hesitated in the beginning slowly got convinced

that blood donation was safe and they would be saving lives. So, more and more

students including girls started donating blood. We have been conducting blooddonation camps regularly in collaboration with Macgann hospital, the Rotary

blood bank and Subbaiah hospital , Shivamogga. The NSS officer has a list of



blood donors with their contact numbers. In case of emergencies students are

informed and they have donated blood and received appreciation letters.

Problems encountered and resources required:

The only problem encountered is that still a large number of people

entertain misconceptions about blood donation. We have realized more

awareness programmes need to be organized in future.

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