College Committee & Cells

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College Committee & Cells

Students’ Council

The Students’ Council (SC) is the representative body comprised of students elected by their peers to advocate for their interests and address various issues within Disha.

Roles & Responsibilities

Representation

Student Council members serve as the voice of the student body, conveying their concerns, suggestions and needs to the school administration and faculty.

Leadership

They organize and lead various student- led activities, events, and initiatives, fostering a sense of community and college spirit.

Problem Solving

The council works to address and resolve student-related issues ranging from academic matters to extracurricular activities and facilities improvement.

Advocacy

They may engage in advocacy efforts, such as campaigning for changes college rules or policies that benefit the student body.

Communication

The council often communicates important information to students through meetings, newsletters, or social media, ensuring transparency and keeping students informed.

Service and Volunteering

Many Student Councils are involved in community service projects and volunteering, promoting a sense of civic responsibility among students.

Anti Ragging Committee:
Say No to Ragging

The College Anti-Ragging Committee acts as a deterrent against ragging activities, sending a clear message that any form of harassment will not be tolerated. By fostering a safe and nurturing environment, it allows students to focus on their studies and personal growth, contributing to a positive and constructive educational experience. Comprising faculty members, administrative staff, and student representatives, this committee plays a crucial role in preventing and addressing instances of ragging or bullying within the campus.

The Primary Objectives of Committee are:

Prevention: To raise awareness about the consequences of ragging and educate students on the importance of maintaining a respectful and inclusive campus culture.
Reporting: To establish a reliable reporting mechanism for students who witness or experience ragging, ensuring their anonymity and safety.
Investigation: To thoroughly investigate reported incidents, gather evidence and take appropriate disciplinary actions against the perpetrators.
Support: To provide support and counseling to victims of ragging helping them cope with emotional and psychological trauma.
Awareness Programs: To organize workshops, seminars and awareness campaigns that promote a culture of respect, tolerance, and empathy among students.
Compliance: To ensure that the college adheres to the guidelines and regulations set by the anti-ragging laws and authorities.

Academic Committee

An Academic Committee within an educational institution plays a crucial role in overseeing and enhancing the academic aspects of the institution It consists of faculty members, administrators, and sometimes student representatives, with the primary aim of ensuring the quality and effectiveness of the academic programs and processes.

Responsibilities of an Academic Committee:

Curriculum Development: The committee participates in the design and review of academic curricula, ensuring that courses and programs meet educational standards and are relevant to students' needs.
Program Assessment: It monitors the performance and outcomes of academic programs, using assessment data to make improvements and maintain program quality.
Academic Policies: The committee develops and revises academic policies such as grading systems, credit-hour requirements, and academic integrity guidelines.
Faculty Development: It supports the professional development of faculty members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and excellence in teaching.
Student Support: The committee may oversee academic support services, such as tutoring, advising, and resources for students facing academic challenges.
Accreditation: In institutions seeking accreditation, the Academic Committee plays a pivotal role in ensuring compliance with accreditation standards and requirements.
Research and Innovation: It promotes research activities and encourages innovative teaching methods to enhance the overall academic experience.
Academic Integrity: The committee addresses issues related to academic misconduct and plagiarism, ensuring a fair and ethical academic environment.
Continuous Improvement: The committee continuously evaluates and reviews academic programs and policies to identify areas for improvement and implement necessary changes.

Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC)

Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) is a vital component of educational institutions, particularly in higher education, dedicated to ensuring and enhancing the quality of education and academic processes within the institution. IQAC is responsible for coordinating and monitoring various quality assurance activities.

Functions and Responsibilities:

Quality Assurance: IQAC is tasked with developing and implementing policies and procedures to ensure and enhance the quality of education, research, and other academic activities.
Accreditation: It plays a crucial role in preparing the institution for accreditation processes by aligning with accreditation standards and criteria.
Assessment and Evaluation: IQAC oversees the assessment and evaluation of academic programs, faculty performance, and student learning outcomes.
Continuous Improvement: It promotes a culture of continuous improvement by collecting and analyzing data, identifying areas of weakness, and suggesting improvements.
Institutional Development: IQAC assists in the development of the institution's infrastructure, facilities, and resources to support academic excellence.
Research and Innovation: It encourages research and innovation within the institution and provides support for faculty and student research initiatives.
Feedback and Surveys: IQAC gathers feedback from stakeholders, including students, faculty, and employers, to assess the quality of educational services and address concerns.
Academic Planning: It assists in academic planning and policy formulation, ensuring alignment with the institution's mission and goals.
Training and Development: IQAC promotes faculty and staff development programs to enhance teaching, research, and administrative skills.
Documentation: It maintains records and documentation related to quality assurance processes, making them available for internal and external review.
Reporting: IQAC prepares and submits reports on quality assurance activities and outcomes to institutional authorities and external bodies.
Compliance: It ensures that the institution adheres to regulatory requirements and guidelines related to quality assurance in education.

The Grievance Redressal Cell

The Grievance Redressal Cell has been constituted to redress the grievances of students and to realize the primary needs of the students. Its primary purpose is to provide a formal mechanism for individuals to voice their grievances or complaints, seek resolution, and ensure their concerns are addressed fairly and impartially. The cell functions for the benefit of both the faculty and the students.

Functions and Responsibilities:

Receiving Complaints: The cell accepts complaints and grievances from employees, students, or other stakeholders, ensuring that the process is easily accessible and confidential.
Review and Assessment: It evaluates the nature and merit of each complaint, determining whether it falls within its purview and if it requires further action.
Mediation: The cell may attempt to resolve grievances through informal mediation or negotiation, facilitating discussions between the aggrieved party and the relevant authority.
Investigation: In cases that cannot be resolved informally, the cell may conduct a thorough investigation, gathering evidence and interviewing relevant parties to reach a resolution.
Recommendations: Based on the findings of investigations or mediations, the cell may recommend appropriate actions or solutions to address the grievance.
Documentation: It maintains records of all complaints, actions taken, and outcomes, ensuring transparency and accountability.
Regular Reporting: The cell periodically reports on the number and nature of grievances received and resolved, helping organizations identify recurring issues and implement preventive measures.
Policy Review: It may review existing policies and procedures to identify areas that need improvement to prevent future grievances.
Timeliness: The cell strives to resolve grievances in a timely manner to prevent prolonged dissatisfaction and disputes.
Fairness and Impartiality: It operates with fairness and impartiality, ensuring that no party.

Anti Sexual Harassment Cell

The college has established an Anti Sexual Harassment Cell to prevent the harassment on gender basis and to ensure the safety and security of girl students and lady faculty members. A Women Cell has been constituted in the college to deal with the women issues through regular interactions of the women faculty members of the cell with the girl students. The cell works on issues of women, especially gender sensitization and awareness issues. Seminars and talks are organized by the cell to make the women students/ faculty members aware of their rights. The college supports them with motivational talks on the topics like: Save the girl child, decline in the sex ratio, infant mortality rate, women empowerment, women property rights, legal awareness, and other such social aspects. The environment of institution is conducive to educational growth of girl students, and they are in close contact with their mentors and regularly avail advises and guidance from them. Mentor not only monitors their academic growth but also sees to it that they do not face any difficulty inside or outside the college. Psychological counseling is also available along with social and legal counseling for girls in the college. The college is also associated with NGO working on gender issues and so students can avail themselves of their help if required to be done so. The cell also organizes various types of training programs and creates awareness about self-employment schemes for the encouragement of self-reliance among women.

Cultural Committee

The college has a Cultural Committee in which faculties and students coordinate together. They are responsible for planning and organizing the cultural program mainly based on the cultural calendar of the year. To make a cultural program a successful stringent planning & execution is required.

Functions and Responsibilities:

Manages all the cultural events from their planning to their execution throughout the year.
Prepares database of students interested in various activities.
Students do various activities held in other colleges.
Encourages students to participate in various extracurricular activities.

Sports/ Games Committee

The sports committee is a vital component of Disha, dedicated to overseeing and promoting sports and athletic activities. It plays a pivotal role in organizing, managing, and enhancing the sports program within the institution. Sports Committee contributes to the overall development of students or members by promoting physical fitness, teamwork, discipline, and a sense of belonging. It also adds vibrancy and a sense of community to the institution through its sports-related activities and events.

Functions and Responsibilities:

Event Organization: The committee plans and organizes sports events, competitions, and tournaments within the institution, fostering a spirit of healthy competition and sportsmanship.
Coaching and Training: The committee coordinate coaching sessions and training programs for athletes and students interested in sports.
Sports Development: It identifies and supports talented individuals, nurturing their skills and providing opportunities for advancement in sports.
Budget Management: The committee manages the budget allocated for sports activities, ensuring responsible financial planning and expenditure.
Equipment and Uniforms: It procures and maintains sports equipment, uniforms, and other necessary gear for athletes.
Promotion: The committee promotes a culture of physical fitness and sports participation, encouraging a healthy lifestyle among students or members.
Safety and Health: Ensuring the safety and well-being of athletes during sports activities, including first aid and medical support when needed.
Record Keeping: Maintaining records of sports achievements, participation, and performance of athletes and teams.

College Admission and Website Management Committee

Functions and Responsibilities:

To efficiently manage the college admission and maintain the College Website Functions: The committee is formulated, it executes the admission criteria ensure filling up seats.
Responsible for the whole admission process viz. counseling of prospective students, Preparation and display of merit lists, form checking, section allotment etc.
Screening of applicants for admission to various courses
Send admission report to University & Govt. Periodically update the information posted on the website.