RESEARCH, CONSULTANCY AND EXTENSION

3.1 Promotion of Research 3.1.1 Does the college have a research committee to monitor and address the issues of

research? If yes, what is its composition? Mention a few recommendations which have been implemented and their impact.

The Research Committee of the college has been established with a view of promoting research oriented activities on campus. The Research Committee consists of the Principal as the chairperson, a senior faculty as co-ordinator, and two faculty members and two student representatives who ensure quality research work among the student body. A few recommendations which have been carried out are: The committee encourages staff in pursuing research degrees. As a result of which a

total of 8 staff have successfully completed their Ph.Ds and 7 members are on the process of submission of their Ph.D theses. A total of 16 staff members have completed M.Phil degrees and 6 have registered to pursue M.Phil degrees.

The committee has been responsible for the completion of Minor Research Project in Economics by one faculty member. Faculty of Applied Nutrition, Microbiology and Biochemistry departments have taken up projects on Health Survey in urban slum areas of Mogalrajpuram, Kristurajpuram and Giripuram.

The department of Botany conducted live projects on propagation of Semi Arid crops using drip irrigation system for the benefit of the farmers of rural Krishna District.

The Research committee has also been instrumental in enabling students to take up two minor projects with BSR grants by departments of Chemistry and Physics. One minor U.G.C sponsored project was completed by department of Economics and another UGC project is ongoing in department of Commerce.

In addition to the above, 90 projects have been under taken by all the departments. The Chemistry department conducted a survey and created awareness on ‘Safety

Instructions for using Pesticides at Yenamalakuduru’. The committee also has encouraged students to take up research oriented projects,

socially oriented projects, action oriented projects and knowledge based projects as a part of their curriculum and one credit is allotted for it.

The committee encourages staff to publish articles in Journals (National and International) and present research papers in seminars and symposia there by exhibiting interest in furtherance of knowledge.

The committee has been instrumental in encouraging staff to take up Research Guidance, Minor and Major Research projects.

3.1.2 What is the policy of the college to promote research culture in the college?Taking into consideration the impact of research in today’s academic world the institution has given sufficient weightage to carry out research activities by providing necessary funding for Minor Research Projects conducted for the Welfare and uplift of the society.

The Policy of the college is to encourage faculty to take up research degrees and research oriented activities by providing study leave, seed money, provision of due recognition for research oriented activities and recommending faculty for State Level and National Level awards.

The projects taken up by all the departments are funded by Management and other agencies. To mention a few –

Project study on Historical and Cultural significance of Vijayawada City – Department of History

Page 72

Survey on Nutritional Anthropometry – Department of Applied Nutrition Training Rural Women in preparation of household cleaning products –

Department of Chemistry. English Language Skills in Schools of Vijayawada – Department of English.

Other than these the college supports student Research Projects by making them a mandatory part of the evaluation system and allotting credits for the work.

The Commerce department has taken up projects on “A Study on working capital Management, Kusalava Motors Pvt. Ltd” “Quality of work life at State Bank of Travencore” “A study on customer satisfaction at Big Bazar, Vijayawada” and “A study on Consumer satisfaction in Vijaya Dairy and Consumer Behavior at Kumar pumps”.

3.1.3 List details of prioritized research areas and the areas of expertise available with the College.

The Research areas taken up by the college are: Marketing, Industrial Relations, Communicative English, Adult Literacy, Mal nutrition, Prevalence of diabetes, Diagnostic tests, History of heritage sites and Political Parties, Water Analysis, and Sound Pollution. The college has total of 8 members of staff with Ph.Ds and 16 staff with M.Phil who

serve as experts in the fields of Commerce, Economics, Applied Nutrition, Physical Education, Botany, Zoology, Mathematics, Telugu and English. Further expertise is made available by 10 visiting faculty who assist research projects through their expertise. Suitable infrastructure such as Internet, INFLIBNET, English Language Lab, Commerce and Science Laboratories provide necessary scope to carryout research on campus.

3.1.4 What are the proactive mechanisms adopted by the college to facilitate smooth implementation of research schemes/projects?∗ advancing funds for sanctioned projects∗ providing seed money∗ autonomy to the principal investigator/coordinator for utilizing overhead charges∗ timely release of grants∗ timely auditing∗ Submission of utilization certificate to the funding authorities

The proactive mechanisms adopted by the college to facilitate and implement of research schemes on campus are- Provision of financial assistance to the faculty who have taken up research by

advancing fund and giving seed money to both faculty and students. The researcher is given total autonomy to utilize funds. The college co-ordinates with funding agencies to release grants on time, if not

advancements of funds are provided. Timely auditing is also provided by a recognized auditor.

3.1.5 How is interdisciplinary research promoted?∗ between/among different departments of the college and∗ collaboration with national/international institutes /industries. Interdisciplinary research is promoted on campus by encouraging departments to take

up project works which are multi dimensional and inter disciplinary in nature. Setting up of Oral Communication Practical unit by Department of English in collaboration with Department of English Salalah College of Technology, SALALAH, Sultanate of Oman and British Council (LANCO) and St. Theresa’s College, Eluru.

Page 73

The department of Applied Nutrition collaborates with PSIMS to conduct research of inter disciplinary nature by involving the departments of Bio-chemistry and Microbiology on Prevalence of Diabetes in Vijayawada.

The department of Commerce collaborated with Syndicate Bank to train the students to acquire practical knowledge in banking methodologies.

The Department of Physics is doing a project on “Sound Pollution” in collaboration with A.P. Pollution Control Board, Vijayawada by final year students and A Minor Research project on “Ultrasonic Parameters of different samples of water from different wells in Machilipatnam” is done by final year students from BSR Grants.

Conducted research on water samples, water analysis by Chemistry and Microbiology Departments.

The Departments of History, Telugu and Hindi are doing a project on Historical and cultural significance of Vijayawada City.

The Department Telugu is doing a project on “Asta Vidha Nayikalu” funded by Samskruthi Chaitanya Vedika.

A Minor project by Department of Physics on Lens Making in collaboration with AV Opticals.

A Minor Inter disciplinary project on setting up Small Scale Business Units in collaboration with Jan Sikshan Sansthan was under taken by Entrepreneur Development Cell.

A Minor Project on Adult Literacy conducted by Department of Economics in collaboration with Rotary International.

The Department of Computer Science collaborates with Sai Teja Infotech and Santosh Technologies to do projects.

3.1.6 Enumerate the efforts of the College in attracting researchers of eminence to visit the campus and interact with teachers and students?The college is open to invite and attract researchers by conducting Seminars, Workshops, Special Lectures, Science Exhibition, CHEM FEST, SCIENCE QUEST, LAKSHYA- 11, SPARKLES- 12, Maths Expo, Breast Feeding awareness programme, Nutrition week celebrations and Library Week celebrations who in turn enhance research spirit and improve research quality on campus.Prominent Researchers who visited the campus: Dr M. Swaminathan, Food Scientist, Dr C.S. Rao, Scientist and academician, Padmasri Myneni Hari Prasada Rao, Retd. Director, Nuclear Power Board, Dr S. V. Subba Rao, General Manager, Range Operations, S.D.S.C, S.H.A.R, Sriharikota, Dr Sharan Sai, AUS Nirvana Foundation for Breast Cancer, Dr Bhaskaracharya, Eminent Scientist, SriVenkataPrabhala, Vice-President, Stroke, California, U.S.A, Sri V.Murali Krishna, HOD of Programmes, English Language Centre, Salalah College of Technology, Salalah, Sultanate of Oman and Sri. Y.Sateesh, Director, Quality Control, Baxter Health Care(Asia) P.Ltd, Singapur. Prof D. Krishna Rao, Department of Physics, Acharya Nagarjuna University Dr D. Subba Rao Sr. Scientist, Central silk Board of India, Vijayawada, Dr G. Rajeswari, Sr. Scientist, Central Institute of Fishery Technology, Visakhaptnam. Dr B. Seshgiri, Central Institute of Freshwater Aqua culture, Penamaluru, Prof Bayapu Reddy, Department of Environmental Science, Acharya Nagarjuna University and Prof K. Vijaya Kumar, H.O.D, Nano Technology, K.L. University.

3.1.7 What percentages of faculty have utilized sabbatical leave for research activities? How has the provision contributed to the research quality and culture of the College?

Page 74

Three staff members availed sabbatical leave with pay from U.G.C. Though the staff are encouraged to avail the leave with pay many of the staff do not avail it as they are un-aided faculty. They guide the students in doing projects.

3.1.8 Provide details of national and international conferences organized by the college highlighting the names of eminent scientists/ scholars who participated in these events. The Department of Commerce conducted a U.G.C Sponsored National Seminar on

“Agricultural Credit by Commercial Banks” on 21-07-2006 and 22-07-2006, under the directorship of Dr.T.Vijayalakshmi.

The Department of Commerce organized a one National seminar sponsored by Andhra Pradesh State Council for Higher Education on ‘The Role of service sector enhancing quality & Image at Indian market’ on 13-09-2010 and 14-09-2010, under the directorship of Dr.T.Rama Devi.

Arranged a two day U.G.C sponsored National Seminar on The Performance of the Micro Finance Sector in India on 11th & 12th July, 2011, under the directorship of Dr.T.Rama Devi.

The Department of Telugu and Hindi organized two National Seminars. One on ‘Tara Taraala Taragani Telugu, Hindi Sahityam Hasyam’ on 17th Feb, 2011. Under the directorship of Dr.A.NagaJyothi and A.RamaLakshmi and

on ‘Hindi Telugu Kadha Sahithyam - Vysistyam’ on 24th Feb, 2012, under the directorship of Dr.A.NagaJyothi and A.RamaLakshmi .

Scholars participated Dr V. Raghuveera Reddy, Honorable, Minister for Agriculture, Andhra Pradesh, Prof

P.K. Padhy, Dept of Commerce and Management Studies , Berhampur University, Berhampur, Orissa, Prof R. Nageswara Rao, Dept of Business Management, Osmania University, Hyderabad, Prof C.R. Reddy, Former Dean and Principal, Dept of Commerce and Management, S.K. University, Ananthapur, Prof K. Raja Reddy, Professor, Dept of Commerce and Management Studies, Kakatiya University, Warangal, Venkata Prabhala, Vice- President, Stroke, California, USA, Prof M.K. Durga Prasad, Vice-Chancellor, Krishna University Prof K.Viyyana Rao, Vice- Chancellor, Acharya Nagarjuna University, Prof T. Uma Maheswara Rao, Principal Arts, Commerce and Law Colleges, Acharya Nagarjuna University, J. Srinivas, Project Director, DRDA, K. Siva Sankar, Director, Indirakranthi Padakam.

Prof R.V.S.S.Sundaram, Dept of Telugu, Mysore University, Mysore, Prof. Padmasree. Y. Lakshmi Prasad, Ex.M.P, Chairman, A.P. Hindi Academy, Prof Sk. Masthan, Alighar University, Alighar (UP), C.N. Gopinadh Reddy, I.P.S, Director General and Inspector General of Prisons and Correctional Services, A.P., Prof C. Annapurna, Dept of Hindi, Chennai University, Chennai.

3.1.9 Details on the College initiative in transferring/advocating the relative findings of research of the College and elsewhere to the students and the community (lab to land).Most of the research activities undertaken on the campus are oriented towards uplift of rural women or people belonging to urban slum areas in keeping view with the mission of the college which is to create ‘empowered women leaders who are service oriented’.

Research Projects and their Outcome:Surveys & Studies Department of Economics conducted survey on “Petrol Price Hike”.

Page 75

Department of Commerce conducted survey on “Increased VAT Rates & Market Trends in AP on Textile” in the month of January and submitted a report.

Department of English conducted survey on “English Language Acquisition in Schools of Vijayawada”.

Department of Applied Nutrition, Biochemistry and Microbiology on Nutritional Anthropometry, Vaccination schedule and Infectious diseases in Pakergudem. Which enlightened them on the importance of balanced diet, vaccination and prevention of contagious diseases.

The research projects conducted by departments of Botany, Microbiology on Azolla cultivation to be used as bio fertilizers and bio pesticide are displayed to rural farming community to create awareness and introduce them to low cost and high yielding farming techniques.

Projects on Ultra Sonic parameters for different samples of water conducted jointly by Physics and Chemistry departments in addition to testing the potability of water has benefited Labbipet, Mogalraj puram, Patamata, Kristhuraja Puram areas of the city and many villages.

The projects taken up by the English Department in Voice training, Accent training in the English language lab is utilized to train school teachers and school children of Vijayawada such as V.P.S Public School, Amali Public School, B.S. Municipal School and KCPSA Public School.

The department of Commerce established Entrepreneur Development Cell to run small scale industries, such as Production and Marketing of Flower bouquets, saree embroidery, bathik printed sarees, Vermi compost, Silk worm Cocoons etc. These units are proved beneficial to local people as well as the staff and students.

3.1.10 Give details of the faculty actively involved in research (Guiding student research, leading research projects, engaged in individual or collaborative research activity etc.

The faculties are actively involved in research –

Name of the faculty Activity

Dr T. Vijaya Lakshmi, Principal

U.G.C. Sponsored Minor Research Project on “A study on work stress among women employees with special

reference to banking sector” is ongoing.Dr T. Rama Devi, Reader in Commerce

1 Ph.D. and 5 M.Phils are awarded under her guidance. At present she is guiding 5 Ph.D. and 7 M.Phils

scholars.Dr G. Pramila Kumari, H.O.D & Reader in Economics

1 M.Phil was awarded and guiding 1 M.Phil Scholar.

Smt M. Nalini, H.O.D. English

Pursuing Ph.D on Human Relationships in select plays of Neil Simon.

Smt C. Aruna Kumari, Librarian

Pursuing Ph.D on “Comparative study- Graduate Leaders of Bacheloral degree in Distance Education”.

Smt M. Sarala Devi, Lec in English (FIP)

Pursuing Ph.D on “The Need of Multimedia in English Language Class room”.

Smt K. Prasantham, H.O.D, Commerce

Pursuing Ph.D on “Marketing of Agro based products of Small Scale industrial Units”.

Page 76

Smt K. Sudha Rani,Lec in Commerce.

Pursuing Ph.D on “Operational performance of LIC of India in post liberalized era”.

Smt S. Kalpana, H.O.D, Chemistry

Pursuing Ph.D on “Petro photometric Analysis of Heavy Metal Ion Contamination in Water”.

Kum G. Padmaja, Dept of Political Science

Pursuing Ph.D on “Socio Economic Impact of Self- Help Groups”.

Kum V. Dhana Lakshmi, Dept of Economics

Pursuing Ph.D on “Impact of Public Distribution system in Andhra, Telangana and Rayalsema”.

Smt K. Sarala, Dept of Telugu

Pursuing Ph.D on “Peddibotla Subbaramayya Navallu Samagra Pariseelana”.

Smt K. Sailaja Rani Lec in English

Pursuing M.Phil on “Migration, Integration and Alienation in the Novels of Bharathi Mukherjee”.

Smt K. SaralaLec in English

Pursuing Ph.D on “Spoken English at Undergraduate Level”.

Smt K.SasiLec in English

Pursuing M.Phil on “Translation as discovery”.

Smt K.Vijaya RohiniLec in Commerce

Pursuing M.Phil on “The Impact on Macro Economic Changes on Retailing with Reference to Vijayawada

City”.Smt V. Sandhya LakshmiLec in Commerce

Pursuing M.Phil on “A Study on Customer Perception on Branded Jewellary Outlets”.

Kum A. Suhasini Lec in Statistics

Pursuing M.Phil on “Statistical Inference and SQC”.

3.2 Resource Mobilization for Research 3.2.1 What percentage of the total budget is earmarked for research and? Give details

of major heads of expenditure, financial allocation and actual utilization for last four years.

Head of the expenditure

Amount2008-09 2009-10 2010-11 2011-12

UGC Management

UGC Management

UGC Management

UGC Management

Library 2,06,455 68,265 1,70,428 --- 3,33,375 --- 1,55,474 ---English Language Lab

2,94,324 46,980 3,01,011 5,215 9,700 2,200 49,990 ---

Botany Lab 62,877 6,460 --- 5,530 86,621 --- 1,050 ---Zoology Lab 47,387 2,850 60,188 5,453 --- --- --- ---Computer Lab

1,78,490 1,10,000 4,08,590 --- --- --- 1,777 ---

Physics 52,293 36,099 50,452 41,772 --- 40,706 --- 33,205Chemistry 73,777 --- 4,33,453 --- --- --- --- ---Electronics 10,710 --- 86,736 --- --- --- --- ---

Page 77

Applied Nutrition

--- --- 22,600 --- --- --- -- ---

Microbiology 19,280 --- 72,450 --- --- --- --- ---Biochemistry 48,515 --- 1,66,869 --- --- --- 2,41,314 --Commerce Lab

3,49,254 1,63,750 10,09,457 --- 2,09,100 1,480 --- ---

For seminars/ Guest lectures

Year Workshop & Seminars

Guest Lectures

2008-09 29,418.00 13,400.002009-10 47,885.00 14,700.002010-11 1,58,078.00 62,632.002011-12 1,68,932.00 55,618.00

3.2.2 What are the financial provisions made in the College budget for supporting student research projects?The college encourages students to take up research projects, surveys and internships,

which are beneficial to their future careers and uplift of society by providing minimum expenditure for

1. Travel 2. Stationery items 3. Typing and binding of projects 4. Miscellaneous expenditure

3.2.3 Is there a provision in the institution to provide seed money to faculty for research? If so, what percentage of the faculty has received seed money in the last four years?

Yes. The research committee of S.D.M.Siddhartha Mahila Kalasala, with Principal as the Chairperson takes care of provision of financial support to the various projects taken up by students and staff. The committee advances seed money. The percentage of staff who have availed this benefit since the past four years is about 20%.

3.2.4 Are there any special efforts by the college to encourage faculty to file for patents? If so, how many have been filed and accepted?The research committee encourages staff to carry out innovative research projects and apply for patents. However no faculty has filed for any patents.

3.2.5 Provide the following committee details of ongoing research projects: Other Agencies (U.G.C)

Year wise

Name of Projects Name of Funding Agency

Total Grant

2011-12 A study on work stress among women employees with special reference to banking sector

U.G.C. 90,000.00

Name of the Department

Name of Project Collaborated agency /Industry

Page 78

Applied Nutrition

Nutritional Deficiency Disorders among women in urban slum areas of Krishna

District

Dr. Pinnamaneni Siddhartha Institute of Medical Sciences,

Chinaoutpalli

Bio-chemistry Diagnostic tests on estimation of HB Levels and Cholesterol

Lucky Lab

Economics “Adult Literacy Programmes” at semi – urban slums of

Vijayawada

Rotary Club of Vijayawada

Microbiology HIV Awareness to Married Couple

Urban Health Centre PSIMS, Vijayawada

Physics “Sound Pollution” A.P. Pollution Control BoardBotany Horticulture Horticulture DepartmentElectronics Mini Data Logger Efftronics Pvt. Ltd.English Communicative English LANCO, an Institute of General

Humanitarian Trust, Hyderabad and British Council U.K.

Statistics Socio Economics Caste Census and NPR Census 2011

Vijayawada Municipal Corporation

Commerce Practical Knowledge in Banking

Syndicate Bank, VJA

Telugu Matrubasha Parirakshana Samskruthi Chaitanya Vedika

3.2.6 How many departments of the college have been recognized for their research activities by national / international agencies (UGC-SAP, CAS, DST-FIST; DBT, ICSSR, ICHR, ICPR, etc.) and what is the quantum of assistance received? Mention any two significant outcomes or breakthrough due to this recognition.

Not Applicable 3.2.7 List details of completed research projects undertaken by the College faculty in

the last four years and mention the details of grants received for such projects (funded by Industry/National/International agencies).Completed Projects

Year wise

Name of Projects Name of Funding Agency

Total Grant

2007-08 Impact of Sarva Siksha Abhayan on Girl Child Primary Education case Study of

Krishna District, A.P

UGC 40,000.00

2010-11 Ultra Sonic Parameters for Different Samples of water

UGC – B.S.R Grant

5,000.00

2010-11 Water Analysis to estimate levels of florine/ chlorine

U.G.C.- B.S.R Grant

5,000.00

2011-12 Prevalence of Diabetes in Vijayawda PSIMS, Vijayawada

5,000.00

3.3 Infrastructure for Research 3.3.1 What efforts are made by the College to keep pace with the infrastructure

requirements to facilitate Research? How and what strategies are evolved to meet the needs of researchers?

Page 79

The college is doing its best to provide meaningful academic programmes to its learners by making ‘research’ one of its thrust areas. To inculcate research culture among the students, project work was made mandatory to the final year students. The following measures have been adopted to ensure research oriented infrastructure to be available to researchers. Up gradation of the library has been undertaken with Rs.3, 33, 248.00 lakhs being

spent on Journals, books, Encyclopedias and Magazines necessary for research. Up gradation of library with LAN and INFLIBNET enabling access to e- Journals &

e- Books. Provision of reprographic facility to assist scholars. Establishment of Medicinal and Herbal garden and herbarium for research. Ph meters, conducto meters, electronic balances, Melting point apparatus, UV visible

Spectro photometer, apparatus and distilled water plants in Chemistry. UV visible spectro meter, Microtome, Spectro photometer, incubator, Nephlo meter,

B.O.D. incubator, Laminar Airflow Chamber in Biochemistry and Microbiology. Polari meter Bifilar pendulum, Melde’s apparatus, Lloyd’s Mirror, Fresnel’s Bi Prism,

Spectro Meter and Fly wheel have been added to the Physics lab (Surface tension apparatus)

Establishment of English Language Lab with 50 systems fully furnished with head phones and CAL packages.

Simulation Labs in the Physics and Electronics to promote accuracy in research programmes.

To carry out interdisciplinary research and live research projects the college has established vermi composting Plant, Mushroom cultivation plant, Azolla Cultivation, Drip Irrigation Plant, Compost Pit, Seri Culture unit, Green House, Square foot Garden, Horticulture plant, Herbal Garden, Animal House, Ornamental fish breeding tanks and Aquarium.

The college has a well established Research Committee to facilitate research. Further seed money is provided to faculty who are inclined to take up projects. Student research projects have been made an integral part of the curriculum. The college gives due recognition to staff and students who take up commendable research activities by recommending them for State awards and making special mention in college reports.

3.3.2 Does the college have an information resource centre to cater to the needs of researchers? If yes, provide details on the facility.

The Incubation Cell which works under the auspices of the Research committee provides information to faculty and students regarding:

Information about areas of research. Funding agencies Application forms, important dates for submission of research proposals. Generating new and innovative ideas for research.

3.3.3Does the college provide residential facilities (with computer and internet facilities)for research scholars and faculty?Accommodation is provided in the hostel. All residential staff and students have access to computer and internet facility at the Computer Centre and the library which are available on all working days between 9:00 A.M. to 6:00 P.M. Research activities are made possible during these hours.

3.3.4.Does the college have a specialized research centre/workstation to address Challenges of research programmes? If yes Give details.

Page 80

The researchers are given special provision in the library to pursue their research. The campus has well established laboratories in all the programmes and Medicinal Plants, Mushroom cultivation, Azolla cultivation unit, which provide vast scope for research oriented activities. These units have enabled improvement in Agricultural methods, setting up of Small scale business by Siddharthian entrepreneurs.

3.3.5. Does the college have any research facilities (centre, etc.) of regional, national and

international recognition/repute? Give a brief description of how these facilities are made use of by researchers from other laboratories? Facilities are limited to under graduate level.

3.4 Research, Publications and Awards 3.4.1 Highlight the major research achievements of the college through the following:∗ major papers presented in regional, national and international conferences∗ publication per faculty∗ faculty serving on the editorial boards of national and international journals?∗ faculty members on the organisation committees of international

conferences, recognized by reputed organizations/societies. 28 papers were presented in International Seminars, 171 papers were presented in

State and National Seminars and the faculty participated in 130 seminars. Publications Dr T. Vijaya Lakshmi, Principal

Presented a paper on “A Study on CRM in Apparel Retail Sector” in an international journal of exclusive Management Research on Archers & Elevators Publishing House, Bangalore. ISSN: 2249-8672. Dr G. Pramila Kumari, H.O.D & Reader in Economics

Presented a paper on “Poverty, Pollution and Environment” in an international conference on mountain plains Management conference held at Kearney University, Nebraska, US.

Presented a paper on “Hazardous effects of Thermal Power Plants” in a conference arranged by Andhra Pradesh Economics Association. Dr. T. Rama Devi, Reader, in commerce

Article on “A Study on Socio – Economic Background of Women Small Entrepreneurs” in East Godavari Dt. was published in Acharya Nagarjuna University Journal of Commerce & Management in Volume 2 (1).

Smt M. Nalini, H.O.D, English & Academic Officer o Presented a research paper on “Use of English in American Business” in an

International Seminar on “Applied Linguistics” conducted by the Department of English, Acharya Nagarjuna University.

Presented a research paper on Sharpened Sensibility in an Exiled Woman Novelist - a STUDY OF BHARATI MUKHERJEE in an International conference on Women’s Writing in English conducted by Sri Padmavathi Mahila Visva Vidyalayam.

Smt K. Sailaja Rani, Lec in English Presented a research paper on Dilemma of Women’s Immigration in an

International conference on Women’s Writing in English conducted by Sri Padmavathi Mahila Visva Vidyalayam.

Dr K.N. Vara Lakshmi , Applied Nutrition 4 Articles were published in Eenadu (daily) City edition.

Smt V. Gayathri, Lec in Physics

Page 81

Published an article on Computer Simulation of Molecular Organization in a Nematogen. The Role of Thermodynamic parameters in an international Russian Journal on General Chemistry.

Dr V. Lakshmi Prasannam, H.O.D, P.G. Mathematics Convection in Porous Medium with variable Viscosity and Varying Wall

Temperature’ Proceedings of 5rd Congress of Indian Society of Theoretical and Applied Mechanics (ISTAM- 2008), Dec 2008.

Free convection in a porous medium with magnetic field, variable physical properties and varying wall temperature Computational Mathematical Ideas, VOL 1- NO 3- pp 87-91 2010.

Mixed convection in porous medium with magnetic field, variable physical properties and varying wall temperature Computational Mathematical Ideas, Vol 2 – NO 1 pp 13- 21 2010.

A Study on Generalized Distributively Generated Boolean like Gamma-Near Rings, South East Asian Journal of Mathematics and Mathematical Sciences 2010.

Effect of Radiation and Magnetic Field on Mixed Convection at a Vertical Plate in a Porous Medium with Variable Fluid Properties and Varying Wall Temperature Proceedings of International Multi Conference of Engineers and Computer Scientists Vol. III, March 17-19, Hong Kong 2010.

Symbolic Computation ACTA CIENCIA INDICA, Vol. XXXVII, M.No. 2, 275, 2011.

A study of Boolean Like Gamma Near – Rings ACTA CIENICA INDICA, VOL. XXXVII M.NO. 4P 845, 2011.

Invited to participate and present a paper in FOURTH WORLD CONGRESS OF NON LINEAR ANALYSIS, JUNE 30- JULY 07, 2004, FLORIDA, USA.

Presented a paper entitled “Convection In a Porous Medium with Variable Viscosity an Varying Wall Temperature’ in the International Meet (ISTAM- 2008) held at Osmania University, Hyderabad, December 27-30, 2008.

Presented a Research Paper entitled “Effect of Radiation and Magnetic field on a Mixed Convection at a Vertical Plate in a Porous Medium with variable Fluid Properties and varying wall Temperature”, in IMECS, Hong-Kong, March 2010.

Faculty as Committee Members in International agencies / Conferences: Dr T. Vijaya Lakshmi, Principal is a member All India Commerce Association

and National Human Resource Management. She is also member of Boards of Studies of PB Siddhartha College of Arts &

Science, K.B.N. College, Montessori Mahila Kalasala, Vijayawada and AG &SG Siddhartha Degree College, Vuyyuru.

Smt M. Nalini, H.O.D, English is a member of Boards of Studies of Andhra Loyola college, Vijayawada, Noble College, Machilipatnam and JMJ College, Tenali

Dr T. Rama Devi, Reader in Commerce is a member in All India Commerce Association, She is also the member of Boards of Studies in JMJ college, Tenali and Noble college, Machilipatnam.

Dr G. Pramila Kumari, H.O.D & Reader in Economics is a member of F.I.A.N, Member, Boards of Studies in K.B.N. College and AG & SG Siddhartha Degree College, Vuyyuru.

Dr K.N. Vara Lakshmi, H.O.D, Applied Nutrition is a member of Board of Studies of St. Theresa’s College and Advisory member of Hotel Management, K.L. University.

Page 82

Smt.G.Meenakshi, H.O.D, Physics is a member of Board of Studies of JMJ College, Tenali.

Smt V. Bhagya Lakshmi, H.O.D, Botany is a member of Board of Studies of VSR & NVR college, Tenali.

Smt S. Sudha Vani, H.O.D, Mathematics is a member of Board of Studies of P.B.Siddhartha College of Arts & Science, Vijayawada.

Smt D. Uma, H.O.D, Zoology is a member of Boards of Studies, St. Theresa College, Eluru, P.B.Siddhartha College of Arts & Science, Vijayawada, Maris Stella College, Vijayawada.

Smt B.G.S.Sowrabha Sukanya, Lec in Chemistry is a member of Board of Studies, JMJ College, Tenali.

3.4.2 Does the college publish research journal(s)? If yes, indicate the composition of the editorial board, publication policies and whether it is listed in any international database?

The college publishes in- house research journals in Humanities, Languages and Commerce (LIPIKA) Science faculties (PRAGNA) which showcase the research activities of the faculty and students. The Heads of the Departments, Senior Faculty member and two student representatives and a subject expert form the editorial board. The journals are yet to be listed in databases.

3.4.3 Give details of publications by the faculty:∗ Number of papers published in peer reviewed journals (national / international) The article of Dr. T.Vijaya lakshmi, principal on “Level of Success among Youth

in Call Centers within Vijayawada” was published in an International Journal of Management Focus. ISSN : 2250-2971

Published a paper on “A Study on CRM in Apparel Retail Sector” in an international journal of exclusive Management Research on Archers & Elevators Publishing House, Bangalore. ISSN: 2249-8672.

The article of Dr. T. Rama Devi, Reader, on “Work- Life Balance – The need of Hour” was published in an International Journal of Management Proficient.

Dr. T. Rama Devi, Reader, authored a Text Book on “Financial and Management Accountancy” published by Vikas Publishers, New Delhi.

Dr. T. Vijaya Lakhsmi, Principal, authored a Text Book on “Management Accountancy” published by Kalyani Publishers, New Delhi.∗ Monographs – 78∗ Chapter in Books Dr. T.Rama Devi contributed chapters for Senior Inter

Accountancy Text books both Telugu and English versions- 2010, published by Telugu Academy, Government of Andhra Pradesh.She is a course writer for “Cost and Management Accounting”, “Advanced Management Accounting”, to B.Com III year, “Principles of Management” to B.Com I year and “Management Process” to BBM I year students published by Directorate of Distance Education, Acharya Nagarjuna University.∗ Books with ISBN/ISSN numbers with details of publishers: 9 The paper of Dr. T.Vijayalakshmi, Principal on “Banking System in India –

Reforms – Emerging Trends” was published in “Emerging Trends in Banking” published in by Department of Commerce, Osmania University, HYD.

Her paper on “Employee Training” was published in a book enhancing competitive advantage through strategic HRM. ISBN :978-81-923134-1-2

Her Paper on “Strategic Management for e-Governance was published in Innovative Management Strategies. ISBN :978-93-82163-21-3

Page 83

Research paper on “Executive Development” of Smt. K.Prasantham and Smt. V.Sandhya Lakshmi was published in Enhancing Competitive Advantage through strategic HRM. ISBN :978-81-923134-1-2

Research paper on “Employee Training” of Kum. Ch. Lavanya was published in an International Journal of Enhancing Competitive Advantage through strategic HRM. ISBN :978-81-923134-1-2

Research paper on “Enhancing Competitive Advantage” by Strategic Training and Development of Smt. K.Sudha Rani and Smt. K.Subba Lakshmi was published in Enhancing Competitive Advantage through strategic HRM. ISBN :978-81-923134-1-2

Research paper on “Enhancing Competitive Advantage through Strategic HRM” of Smt. K.Padmaja Devi and Smt. T. Naga Rani was published in Enhancing Competitive Advantage through strategic HRM. ISBN:978-81-923134-1-2

Research paper on “Quality of Working Life” of Smt. K.Vijaya Rohini and Smt. O.Suvarna was published in Enhancing Competitive Advantage through strategic HRM. ISBN:978-81-923134-1-2

Paper on “Innovative Management Strategies” of Kum. Ch.Lavanya was published in a book enhancing competitive advantage through strategic HRM. ISBN :978-81-923134-1-2

Kum A. Suhasini, Dept Statistics “ANOM procedure for Exponential, Gamma Variate” vol: 1 Issue: 3 pg: 1009-

1021 published in “Mathematical Sciences international Research Journal” with ISSN: 2278-8697 and ISBN: 978-93-81583-57-9.

The papers on “Reliability Test Plans: Exponentiated Exponential Distribution” vol : 1 Issue: 3 pg: 1022-32 published in “Mathematical Sciences international Research Journal” with ISSN: 2278-8697 and ISBN: 978-93-81583-57-9.

3.4.4 Indicate the average number of successful M.Phil. and Ph.D. scholars guided per faculty.

Name of the Faculty Completed On goingDr T. Rama Devi 1- Ph.D

5 - M.Phils 5- Ph.Ds 7 – M.Phils

Dr G. Pramila Kumari 1 M.Phil 1 –M.Phil Dr K. Lakshmi Prasannam 1 Ph.D

3 M.Phils2 -Ph.Ds1-M.Phil

3.4.5 What is the stated policy of the college to check malpractices and misconduct in research?The Research Committee checks all research papers, articles and publications for malpractices and plagiarism and puts a hold to such content.

3.4.6 Does the college promote interdisciplinary research? If yes, how many inter departmental /inter disciplinary research projects have been undertaken and mention the number of departments involved in such Endeavour?

The college encourages interdisciplinary research as it proves beneficial to society and the uplift of the downtrodden. The Research committee promotes

Page 84

interdisciplinary research by providing seed – money to projects taken up by two or more departments from the Management. A Minor Project by Physics and Chemistry on Water analysis in and around Krishna

District. Projects involving on Diabetes prone people, Children suffering from Malnutrition

and HIV/AIDS by Applied Nutrition, Microbiology and Biochemistry departments in collaboration with PSIMS.

The Departments of Botany, Microbiology and Chemistry conducted a project on Preliminary Screening of medicinal plants for their combined Anti Microbial activity.

3.4.7 Mention the research awards instituted by the college.The college has instituted various awards to promote research.

The Best Department Award – (Comprises of a prize) The Best Researcher Award (Faculty) – (Trophy & Certificate) The Best Researcher Award (Student) based on topic selected, presentation and

performance in viva voce. The student is presented a memento and certificate of appreciation.

3.4.8 Provide details of∗research awards received by the faculty∗recognition received by the faculty from reputed professional bodies and agencies.

S.NO Teacher Award Area Year1 Dr T. Vijaya Lakshmi,

PrincipalBest Teacher Award Government of Andhra

Pradesh 2012

2 Smt J. Vasantha Kumari, former Principal

Best Teacher Award Government of Andhra Pradesh

2008.

3 Smt K. Naga Mani, N.C.C Officer

Best Teacher Award Govt. of Andhra Pradesh

2007

4 Dr T. Rama Devi, Reader in Commerce

Best Teacher Award Government of Andhra Pradesh

2006

5 Dr T. Vijaya Lakshmi, Principal

District collector for rendering meritorious

services

Krishna District 2012

6 Smt J. Vasantha Kumari, former Principal

Rotary Vocational Excellence Award

Rotary Club of Vijayawada East

2007

Sri.P.Abraham Satya Keerthi memorial award

Nets Club Vijayawada 2007

Best Teacher Award Lions Club of Penamaluru rural

2007

7 Smt K. Naga Mani, N.C.C Officer

Best ANO Group Commander - Col. P.V. Mohan

2007

8 H.Hima Bindu, Lec in Physics

INSPIRE Award Dept of Science and Technology,Delhi

2012

This award is based on the faculty’s contribution to Research as one of the salient parameters of the award.

3.4.9 State the incentives given to faculty for receiving state, national and international recognitions for research contributions.

Page 85

The college always encourages faculty to be research oriented and urges them to be competitive in this field. A number of measures are taken to motivate faculty, some of them being:

Sponsoring of such faculty to attend further research oriented programmes. Special mention of such faculty is made at annual college day meets and in

collegiate news letter Kaleidoscope. Awarding of collegiate Memento on special occasions.

3.5 Consultancy3.5.1 What is the stated policy of the college for structured consultancy? List a few

Important consultancy services undertaken by the college.The college ensures through the norms of Boards of Studies that all expertise or technicality that the faculty members possess is used for the common welfare i.e in the uplift of under privileged and disadvantaged sections of Society. o The faculty members of the department of Commerce are the consultants to file the

tax returns of other departments and non- teaching faculty.o The faculty members of the department of Applied Nutrition are the consultants to

Dr. Pinnamaneni Siddhartha Institute of Medical Sciences, Chinaoutpalli and to Demonstrates Food preservation techniques to educational institutions, Govt. and Non-Govt. organizations and diet counseling to the needy in and around the college.

o The faculty members of the department of Bio-Chemistry are the consultants for Srinivasa Labs and Lucky Labs, Vijayawada - for Diagnostic tests.

o The faculty members of the department of Economics are the consultants for A.P Study Circle in Economics for Group I & II Exams–Vijayawada.

o The faculty members of the department of Mathematics are the consultants for CA students of Tapasya Academy.

o The faculty members of the department of Microbiology are free consultants for college hostel to maintain kitchen hygiene and potability of water.

o The faculty members of the department of Physics are the consultants to repair home appliances in the college hostel.

o The faculty members of the department of Botany are consultants to the farmers of Nuzivid, Nutakki and Mangalagiri for raising plantations-Banana, Coconut, Henna and Jasmine for the last six years.

o The faculty members of the department of Computer Science are the consultants to give Computer training provided to the house wives around the college.

o The faculty members of the department of Electronics are the consultants and undertake repair works of small electronic gadgets and Soldering Training classes are conducted for non-electronic students.

The faculty members of the department of English are consultants for Schools & Junior Colleges of Krishna Dist. on Communicative English, Accent training, Soft Skills, Spoken Skills, GRE and TOFEL aspirants.

o The faculty members of the department of History are the consultants for A.P Study Circle to teach History for Competitive Exams, Vijayawada.

o The faculty members of the Department of Statistics are the consultants for Data Analysis of Feed Backs of students, parents and Alumnae, and programme-wise result analysis.

o The faculty members of the department of Zoology are the consultants to the farmers of Aquaculture, Vermiculture and Poultry.

Page 86

o The faculty members of the department of Chemistry are the consultants to the local housewives on the preparation of home needs such as Phenyl, Soaps, Surfs, etc.

o The faculty members of the department of Telugu are the consultants to teach Telugu Grammar at Nethaji Public School, Vijayawada.

3.5.2 Does the college have college-industry cell? If yes, what is its scope and range of activities?The Incubation Cell of IQAC of the college takes up the role of striking linkages with industries. A specially nominated member of IQAC identifies the target organizations or industries which are ready to accept the expertise of the college. The member approaches the departments to carry out consultancy services with the said organizations. The expertise sought is advice and training of the problem solving nature.

3.5.3What is the mode of publicizing the expertise of the college for consultancy services? Mention the departments from whom consultancy was sought.

The college makes use of mass media- News Papers, scrolling in TV, Pamphlets, Word of Mouth, Wall Magazines, Notice Boards on Campus, Public Address System and College Website. The Departments of English, Chemistry, Botany, Zoology, Applied Nutrition, Physics, Commerce, Mathematics and Microbiology offer consultancy services.

3.5.4 How does the college encourage the faculty to utilize the expertise for consultancy services?

The college makes consultancy services an important aspect of the academic programme. Expertise of the faculty is expected to be shared to the needy. Due recognition is given to staff by permitting them to carry out in-house journals such activities and special mention is made in the Annual Report, House Journal and college newsletter.

3.5.5 List the broad areas of consultancy services provided by the College and the revenue generated during the last four years.The Broad areas of consultancy services:

Department Consultancy Service Revenue generation from last 4 years

English Accent Training Communication Skills Training.

Soft skills Training

5,000 per year

Zoology Vermicompost preparation. Aquaculture Poultry

7,000/- per year

Botany Raising of Banana Henna Jasmine Kitchen Garden

7,500/- per year

Applied Nutrition Diet Counseling, Food Preservation, Nutrition advisor for Model Dairy, Training to women self – help groups and Anganvadi workers.

20,000/- per year

Page 87

Economics Adult Literacy Kitchen Garden

2,000/- per year

Commerce Running of Small Scale Industries Saving Schemes Income Tax

5,000/- per year

Electronics Repair of electronic gadgets Free of cost. Statistics Data Analysis Free of cost History A.P.Study Circle Rs. 1,500/- per yearComputer Science Computer Training programme Rs. 3,000/- per year Mathematics C.A Academy Rs. 1,000/- per yearMicrobiology Hostel Free of cost Chemistry Preparation of Home Needs Free of cost.

3.6 Institutional Social Responsibility (ISR) Extension Activities 3.6.1How does the college sensitize the faculty and students on institutional

responsibilities? List the major extension and outreach programmes which have created an impact on students’ campus experience.At the Boards of Studies and the Departmental level meetings, the department plans its outreach programmes. The feedback derived from alumnae, parents, employees and members of society, the various extension activities are decided at the beginning of the academic year based on the needs of the society. The extension programmes are scheduled in such a way that there is no clash with other academic and co-curricular activities. Major extension and outreach programmes:1. The college actively promotes extension services to suit community needs. The

most notable and laudable gesture by the staff that hit the headlines is adoption of children from AIDS hit families. 20 lecturers of the college adopted children from HIV/AIDS affected families. Each lecturer contributes money every year to meet the expenditure incurred to purchase of their school uniforms, bags and stationery. In addition to that, an amount of Rs.10,000/- contributed by the staff is deposited in the bank and it is utilized to provide higher education to them. The staff and students share their meals with them to avoid discrimination against HIV affected families.

2. The teaching faculty members encourage Handloom weavers of Pochampalli, Mangalagiri, Battiprolu, Yarlagadda etc by wearing handloom sarees once a week.

Extension services by the faculty and students of departments-

Department of Applied Nutrition: Nutrition awareness programmes, demonstration of low cost balanced diet, nutrition

exhibitions, diet charts, nutrition to AIDS patients conducted in urban slum areas. Distributed seeds of leafy vegetables and other vegetables to the slum dwellers to

encourage kitchen garden in adopted village of Kristuraja Puram.

Departments of Applied Nutrition, Biochemistry and Microbiology – Identification of Blood Groups, Diagnostic tests and Rubella Vaccination to inmates

of the college. Distribution of Pamphlets on epidemics and seasonal diseases. Conducting Mega Medical Camp every year in urban slum areas.Department of Chemistry

Page 88

Adopted an Orphanage home for Street children ‘Ammavadi’, Boyapati Sivaramakrishnaiah Municipal High School, RCM aided Elementary School other orphanages and slums to provide them with basic necessities and free education to students.

They also organized Kalayika and interviewed the victims of domestic violence. To abolish superstitious belief and inculcate scientific attitude among the students

arranged Magic Show by renowned magician Sri. Kranthikar to explain the concept of Banamathi, Black Magic and small tricks played in villages.

To protect Ozone layer a “Cycle Rally” was organized with placards and paintings, conducted elocution, essay writing competitions and Bio-fashion show, formed human chain and took an oath, Say No to Plastic programmes, Pollution check-up camps and exhibited Oscar awarded movie “wall-e”.

In collaboration with Jana Vignanavedika conducted a rally on “National Science Day” to convey the message that “Science should be used for the constructive purpose and not for the destruction”.

The department of Physics offers consultancy services to Municipal Corporation High School to teach theory and practicals to V to X classes and also donated practical equipment and donated money, clothes and provisions to flood affected people of Ramalingeswara Nagar.

Department of Zoology Offers consultancy to Boyapati Siva Ramakrishnaiah Municipal School,

Mogalrajpuram. Distributed pamphlets at Rythu Bazar on “AIDS Awareness”. On the eve of Ozone Protection Day bicycle rally was organized.

Department of Commerce: To promote entrepreneur and marketing skills among the students, the department

maintains FAIR, a co-operative stores to provide essential home needs to staff and students.

The department established Entrepreneur Development Cell on the campus to train them on various self-employment skills.

Distributed towels, bed sheets, provisions and stationery to orphans at Vasavya Pillala Gramam, Vemavaram, Krishna Dt.

Department of Economics: Adult Literacy Programme was organized to supporting staff of our college and urban

slums of Vijayawada. Planted Saplings on the sides of the college road as part of the Green City.

Department of Political Science: Conducted Cookery and Painting classes to house wives and young girls in

collaboration with Jan Sikshan Sansthan. Eco-Club

Organized a rally from college to Benz Circle to create awareness among the Civilians of Vijayawada regarding pollution caused by crackers and distributed pamphlets suggesting the ways to celebrate Diwali without causing air and noise pollution.

To create awareness among civilians about conservation of energy resources a rally was conducted in association with NEDCAP.

On the occasion of Ganapathi Navarathrulu the members of the Eco-Club distributed pamphlets to the civilians of Patamata, RythuBazar and surrounding colonies on Eco-Friendly Vinayaka Chavithi Mahothsavalu.

Page 89

On special occasions staff and students contribute amount to Poor students aid fund. It is one of the Best Practices of the Institution.

Students of the College raise funds amounting to Rs. 18,000/- to treat economically backward patients suffering from debilitating diseases.

The IQAC of the college in collaboration with Jan Sikshan Sansthan carried out a programme on ‘Women Empowerment’ by training women in Bathik printing, Embroidery, Fabric paintings and Home Crafts through EDC programme.

The department of Computer Science carried out computer literacy programme for housewives.

The Science, English, Economics and History faculty extend their training to school children belonging to Z.P. Schools where there is a dearth of teachers. The learners were given the advantage of using the collegiate infrastructure in the learning process.

The IQAC conducted Mother and Child Medical camp at Gunadala in collaboration with Dr Pinnamaneni Siddhartha Institute of Medical Sciences, Chinaoutpally.

The department of English contributed Rs.10,000/- towards purchase of Physiotherapy kits for differently abled students.

Cycle Safari Unit: Every Friday students motivate people to start cycling by pedaling their way to

selected residential colonies in the college vicinity. Holding placards that speak about the several advantages of cycling they motivate the people to use cycles. The Girls are the members of ‘Safari unit’ set up in the college which promotes the several benefits of this humble mode of transport which ensures good health by this eco-friendly mode of transport. Municipal Commissioner also participated in one of the rallies organized by the students and appealed to the people to observe Fridays as cycling day.

3.6.2.How does the college promote college-neighborhood network and student engagement, contributing to holistic development of students and sustained community development?Through the extension activities taken up by each department in serving society, the college follows its Mission of creating “Service Oriented Women Leaders”. Major extension activities are taken up by NO MORE TEARS, a forum for Social Activities which oversees these activities.

The NO MORE TEARS takes care that All students are oriented to their duty to society through seminars, movies and

motivational talks. The IQAC also takes charge of identifying places & people who need assistance

through networking activities. The Departments are then oriented to carryout sustained programmes towards

community development.

NO MORE TEARS (A forum for social activities) Inauguration of the forum for social activities “No More Tears” was held on 27 th Jan,

2009. Chief guests of the function are Sri Velamati Manohara Prasad ( Retd. IAS), Secretary, Centre for development and research of primary schools & Smt V. Rama Devi, Social Worker. All the extension activities of the college are done under this forum.

By participating in these extension activities students are exposed to the needs of socially and economically marginalized people. By serving them they find meaning to

Page 90

their lives, and transform themselves into whole some personalities. This will provide a platform to use their talents, time and energies to serve the needy and to be a part in bringing change in the quality of life. This helps them to become role models for the future generation.

Under Spoorthi Cell the college provides free lunch facility to the students of disadvantaged strata of the society.

Department of Applied Nutrition: On the occasion of Republic day distributed biscuits, fruits to Girls institute for

rehabilitation and learning. Distributed note books and stationery at Ankita, a home for orphan girls on 4-2-2012. Donated provisions for one day menu at old age home in Kanuru on 6-2-2012. Applied Nutrition, Bio-Chemistry and Microbiology organized a free medical camp for

pregnant, lactating women and children in collaboration with Urban Herbal Centre PSIMS (Pinnamaneni Siddhartha Institute of Medical Sciences), Chinnaoutpally. During the camp they conducted free medical checkup, diagnostic tests, distributed medicines and Nutrition Kits. Vaccinate and investigate 500 members every year in urban slum areas.

Department of Chemistry: Women’s Cell organized Kalayika and interviewed the victims of domestic violence

along with the student members of Women’s cell. Adopted “Ammavadi” an orphanage and rendering their services to the destitutes.

They donated notebooks, pens, files and provisions worth of Rs. 9000/-. At Ammavadi an orphanage, the students conducted competitions for the inmates and

donated groceries worth Rs. 4000/- Department of Commerce:

Distributed towels, provisions, fruits and toys to the children of Vasavya Mahila Mandali Children’s village, Vemavaram on 29-01-2012.

Department of Economics: On the occasion of Human Rights day on 10th Dec, 2009, III B.A students interacted

with the street children at ‘Arunodayam’ Street Children rehabilitation centre, Vijayawada and presented papers explaining the reasons and conditions of street children. They also donated blankets, clothes, sweaters and towels to the children.

Department of English: Contributed Rs.10,000/- towards the purchase of Physiotherapy kits to the Specially

challenged students at Cheyutha, an organization for Mentally Challenged students Conducted mother child health awareness camp at Gunadala in collaboration with

PSIMS and distributed free Medicines to 500 people. In collaboration with Jan Sikshan Sansthan conducted women empowerment

programme for one month for the poor women.

Department of Physical Education: The students of Physical Education department conducted Sports & Cultural

Programmes to the special children of Sai Prema (centre for mentally challenged people) on 19th Feb, 2011. 50 children actively participated in the recreation games like Musical Chairs, lemon & spoon and get ready to go and they were given prizes. The association also provided Physio therapy equipment worth Rs. 10,000/-

Arranged a special programme An Interaction with Exceptionals for specially challenged children of Sai Prema on 4-02-2012. The chief guest was Smt D. Sri Devi,

Page 91

Principal, Sraddha, Spl. School for Exceptionals, HYD & Guest of Honour, Smt B. Jhansi Lakshmi, Principal, Sai Prema, VJA.

Department of Mathematics: In association with Sandhya- Hi tech vision care centre, VJA conducted Free Eye

Checkup for students, parents and staff on 03-03-2010. P.V. Durgavathi, Lecturer donated blood in a blood donation camp organized by

N.S.S unit in collaboration with Red Cross Society. Department of Physics:

Donated clothes and provisions to the flood victims of Ramalingeswara Nagar, Vijayawada.

They also donated pens and notebooks to the hostel students of Child Aid Foundation School, Vijayawada.

Library: Distributed alphabet books to supporting staff of the college to promote literacy on

19-11-2011. N.S.S.

Distributed rice, provisions and 500 blankets to the families of Ranadir Nagar, the flood affected area of the city.

Students’ Union: Distributed blankets to the shelter less people near the Benz Circle on 10-01-2012.2006-07:‘Little drops of water make the mighty ocean and little grains of sand make the vast shore ’. Little acts of kindness extended by our students add charm to the character of our students. They strongly believe that through selfless service alone one can find ever-lasting happiness. The Students’ Union of our college carried on many a programme and donated Rs. 17,950/- to the needy.

DATE NAME / ADDRESS OF THE RECEPIENT

CAUSE AMOUNT DONATED

08-07-2006 Gundimeda RekhaIII B.A Maris Stella College, VJA

Heart surgery Rs. 5,000

11-07-2006 K. Gopala Krishna Guntur

Epileptic Fits Rs. 550

12-07-2006 J. Nithin PalVijayawada

Physically Challenged Captain of A.P State Cricket team.

Rs. 1,000

20-08-2006 R. Basawa lingam Physically ChallengedFlutist

Rs. 2,500

14-11-2006 Little Sister of the poor Home for the AgedNambur, Guntur

Maintenance of Home Rs. 3,000

27-11-2006 Raj kachin S/o Kachin, Tailor Vijayawada

Spinal chord operation Rs. 1,000

03-01-2007 Magic Show by Mr. Uttam

Donations to orphanage- Amma

Rs. 3,700

02-02-2007 Kanaka Rao Stage Artist Rs. 20019-02-2007 Seva Ratna Mahila

Mandali- VijayawadaOld Age People Rs.500

Page 92

21-02-2007 Ravindra Foundation Siva leela- 13 (years Old)

For heart operation Rs. 1,000

In a programme organized on 16-12-2006 Sri Jagapathi Babu, Cine artist and Sri Madan, Director and Producer enlightened the students on “The Influence of the Films on Youth”.

2007-08 The Students’ Union donated Rs. 1,000/- to a blind student who was pursuing his

studies, Rs. 1,000/- to the father of a student who is suffering from heart problem, Rs. 1,000/- to a Physically Challenged student and Rs 500/- is donated to another physically challenged person.

2008-09 On the occasion of World Cancer Day the Students’ Union in collaboration with Roots

Health Foundation organized a rally and a seminar on “Cancer Awareness” Dr.G.Samaram, President- Elect of the Indian Medical Association was the Chief Guest of the function.

2009-10 Participated in the press meet conducted by ADARANA (NGO) at Press Club on

17-07-2009. The topic was “Women Harassment, Suicides, Ragging in the colleges and Eve teasing”.

2010-11 Contributed an amount of Rs. 21,560/- to the treatment of Mr. Naga Malleswara Rao,

Student of K.L. University who is suffering from GJ Syndrome.

2011-12 Distributed blankets to the shelterless people near the Benz Circle on 10-01-2012 Contributed Rs. 40,000/- to the blind of ITTRODD. Under Spoorthi Cell the college provides free lunch facility to the students of

disadvantaged strata of the society. 3.6.3How does the college promote the participation of the students and faculty in

extension activities including participation in NSS, NCC, YRC and other National/International agencies?

All students are oriented to participate in society building and nation building activities at the two week orientation programme organized at the entry level of all graduates. Students are expected to enroll as active participants of NSS, NCC, YRC Eco-Club, Cultural, and games and sports, as this could earn them additional credits. Students are oriented on the benefits of these extra-curricular activities and the physical and psychological benefits they would reap from them other than the respect and recognition they would earn from their peers.

N.S.S There are two active units of N.S.S. with 300 volunteers who actively participate in societal national building activities. A four pronged action oriented strategy is deployed by these units. They being a. Rehabiltatory service oriented measures in slums, villages, catastrophe torn areas

etc. b. Orientation of public on better life styles through rallies and peace marches. c. Training programme to select disadvantaged groups such as literacy programmes

for adults and school dropouts.

Page 93

d. Distribution of cash or kind, donation of blood, basic amenities to the disadvantaged and needy citizens and adopted villages and slums.

e. The siddharthian N.S.S units have earned reputation of offering excellent action and efficient deployment of services in lending a helping hand to the under privileged Krishna District.

2006-2007S.NO. DATE ACTIVITY

N.S.S1 29-06-2006 Participated in a Rally on Environment Day organized by Municipal

Corporation Vijayawada 2 30-06-2006 planted saplings on the campus to protection of Environment

3 21-08-06 to 05-09-06.

Arranged a Musical Programme by Sri Ravi Koti Basavalingam, a blind artist and contributed an amount observed “Sadbhabavan Fort Night” as directed by Youth affairs Govt of India

4 24-08-06. Education Support Programme 15 members of our staff adopted children of HIV affected families at Rajiv Nagar, Vijayawada and distributed books and bags to them

5 30-08-06 Conducted Essay Writing and Cultural competitions to the N.S.S volunteers of our college

6 14-11-2006. Distributed pencil boxes to the students of “Navajeevan Balabhavan” a Home for Street Children.

7 08-09-2006 Rally in collaboration with Akshara Krishna Samiti8 23-09-2006

to 02-10-2006

Rendered services at Kanaka Durga Temple, VJA during Dasara

9 22-11-2006. Mega blood donation camp at Acharya Nagarjuna University – Guntur. About 15 volunteers donated blood

10 30-11-2006. Arranged seminar on ‘AIDS AWARENESS’ on the occasion of World AIDS Day.

11 04-12-2006 Participated in District Level Youth Festival held at S.R.R & C.V. R Govt College, Vijayawada. Students got prizes in two events

12 28/12/06 to 06/01/07

Conducted Special Camp at VAMBAY Colony, in-collaboration with Vasavya Mahila Mandali. 91 volunteers participated in the camp.

2007-08S.NO. DATE ACTIVITY

N.S.S1 20-07-2007 Blood Donation Camp in collaboration with Red Cross Society.

2 20-07-2007 Inaugurated Youth Red Cross Unit 60 students enrolled themselves as members

3 06-08-2007 Arranged a Pulse Polio training programme

Page 94

4 7-08-2007 to 9-08-2007

70 volunteers participated in Pulse Polio Programme

5 16-09-2007 to 18-09-2007

Organized Dance, Drama, Skit, Elocution, essay writing, Songs, Rangoli & Painting competitions on the occasion of Youth festival celebrations

6 19-09-2007 Educational support to the children of HIV/AIDS affected Poor Families

7 20-09-2007 arranged a guest lecture on “Learning disability among students” 8 22-09-2007 30 volunteers participated ‘Malaria Free Vijayawada’9 26-09-2007 Celebrated NSS day 10 2-10-2007 Observed non - violence day by participating in the rally 11 10-10-2007 Rendered services at Kanaka Durga Temple, VJA during Dasara12 25-10-2007 to

03-11-20071 volunteer participated Republic day campat Tiwaji University, Gwalior, M.P

13 11-11-2007 Participated in Blood donation camp at Acharya Nagarjuna University, Guntur. Two students donated blood.

14 14-11-2007 Conducted 13 cataract operations in collaboration with Lions club.

15 15-11-2007 to 17-11-2007

Conducted Filaria Camp and distributed Medicines

16 1-12-2007 Organized a Rally in collaboration with District Aids control Society and created Aids awareness among the people.

17 10-12-2007 11 volunteers participated in District Level Youth Festival

18 08-01-2008 to 09-01-2008

50 volunteers participated in NAVY Mela

19 07-01-2008 to 08-01-2008

Participated in Essay writing, Elocution & Painting Competitions at National Youth Festival

20 03-02-2008 Participated in Tiranga Run conducted in memory of Sri Pingali Venkaiah, Architect of National Flag

21 22-01-2008 to 31-01-2008

Special Camp at VAMBAY Colony

2008-09S.NO. DATE ACTIVITY

N.S.S1 19-07-2008 Blood grouping camp for I Degree students 2 07-08-2008 Participated in Tree plantation and distributed saplings3 14-09-2008 to

17-09-200820 volunteers participated in the Pulse Polio programme at Chitti Nagar, VJA

4 23-09-2008 Attended a meeting at Rotary Red Cross Blood Bank 5 27-09-2008 20 volunteers assisted and guided the patients at Rajiv Arogya

Sri Medical Camp organized by State Government6 29-09-2008 Organized blood donation camp In collaboration with Rotary

Red Cross Blood Bank on the occasion of World Blood Donation Day

Page 95

7 2-10-2008 took a pledge to practice Non- Violence8 25-09-2008 Attended training Programme

Rendering the services at Durga Temple9 30-09-2008 to

10-10-2008Rendered service at Kanaka Durga Temple during Navarathrulu

10 7-11-2008 Attended Mega blood donation camp at Acharya Nagarjuna University – Guntur. 15 volunteers donated blood

11 11-11-2008 to 13-11-2008

distributed Filaria Medicines

12 14-11-2008 to 16-11-2008

Attended a training programme conducted by Red Cross Unit

13 12-11-2008 to 21-11-2008

Attended Training and Orientation Programme conducted by Acharya Nagarjuna University

14 19-11-2008To

24-11-2008

Two N.S.S programme officers attended training and orientation programme at Acharya Nagarjuna University.

15 24-11-2008 Students bagged 3- I prizes, 4 – II prizes, 3- III prizes in Cultural, Literary and Rangoli competitions

16 01-12-2008 Arranged a seminar on AIDS- Awareness 17 01-12-2008 5 students participated in the seminar on “ Recent Advances in

AIDS studies” at K.B.N. College, VJA 18 01-12-2008 On the occasion of World AIDS Awareness Day

students bagged I prize in Drawing competition and II prize in Elocution competition conducted by S.R.R and C.V.R Govt college, VJA

19 21-12-2008 to 24-12-2008

20 N.S.S volunteers rendered their services at various ghats and around Durga temple

during Bhavani Dheeksha Viramana- 2008 20 9-01-2009 Students bagged I prize on Elocution and two III prizes in

Drawing and Rangoli competitions held at Acharya Nagarjuna University

21 4-01-2009 to 10-01-2009

Special camp at New Rajarajeswari Pet, Vijayawada. 90 volunteers participated in Special camp.

22 21-01-2009 to 22-01-2009

Arranged a Dental Camp for 1300 students.

23 26-01-2009. 50 N.S.S volunteers participated in R D parade at Acharya Nagarjuna University. 8 volunteers presented a skit on “Superstitions” and bagged I prize

2009-10S.NO. DATE ACTIVITY

1 27/06/2009 5 N.S.S volunteers participated in a meeting conducted at Rotary Red Cross Society

2 28/06/2009. 30 N.S.S volunteers participated 6K run organized by Brahma Samajam

3 8th & 9th July, 2009.

In collaboration with Red Cross unit, N.S.S units arranged Blood Grouping Camp for the I Degree students

Page 96

4 15-08-2009 On the occasion of Independence day N.S.S volunteers distributed sweets, fruits and 100 pairs of used clothes to the poor children at pakirgudum.

5 2-10-2009 On the occasion of Non-Violence day the Principal explained the importance of Non-violence to the N.S.S. volunteers.

6 10-10-09 100 N.S.S volunteers of units- I & II distributed rice, provisions and 500 blankets to the families of Ranadir Nagar, the flood affected area of the city

7 19th to 28th Oct 2009.

services to the devotees at Durga Temple, Vijayawada during Dasara Navarathrulu

8 11-11-2009. ‘‘Education Day’ 15 volunteers visited RCM School and interacted with the primary school children and also distributed writing pads, pencil boxes and cursive hand writing books

9 11-11-2009. On ‘‘Education Day” 15 volunteers visited RCM School and interacted with the primary school children and also distributed writing pads, pencil boxes and cursive hand writing books

10 26-11-09. participated in a rally in memory of victims of Bomb Blast at Mumbai

11 27-11-09. 10 volunteers participated in National AIDs control programme conducted by Youth Red Cross Unit at Vasaya Mahila Mandali

12 1-12-09. On the occasion of “World AIDS Day” arranged a seminar on “AIDS Awareness”

13 1st to 2nd Dec, 2009

20 N.S.S volunteers rendered services to the players of A.N.U Hand Ball tournaments.

14 12-01-2010 20 N.S.S volunteers participated in the programme organized by the District Collector

15 23-01-2010. 20 N.S.S volunteers participated in Blood Donation camp atAcharya Nagarjuna University

16 26-01-2010 50 N.S.S volunteers participated in Republic Day parade at A.N.U and got IV Place.

17 27-01-2010 50 volunteers participated in Literary and Sports events conducted District N.S.S unit

18 8-03-2010 Participated in a rally on the occasion of International Women’s Day.

19 21-02-2010 to 27-02-2010

conducted special camp at Vanukuru, Vijayawada in collaboration with Navajeevan Balabhavan & Grama Panchayat Vanukuru. 90-volunteers participated in the camp. Created awareness about AIDS and Cleanliness. They also conducted Medical Camp and distributed Vitamin Tablets. They gave training to the students on preparation of paper bags and received appreciation letter from Head Master, Z.P.H. School, Vanukuru.

2010-11S.NO. DATE ACTIVITY

1 26-06- 2010 Participated in a Rally against Drug abuse and illicit Trafficking.

Page 97

2 17-07-2010 20 N.S.S volunteers participated in the Millennium Plantation programme at P.W.D grounds organized by Vijayawada Municipal Corporation. The two N.S.S units organized plantation programme in the college and distributed saplings to the students.

3 23-07-2010. On the occasion of 500th Coronation ceremony of Sri Krishna Devarayalu, 50 N.S.S. Volunteers participated in a rally from Indira Gandhi Municipal Stadium to Ghantasala Venkateswara Rao Government Music College.

4 19-08-2010 In collaboration with Rotary Red Cross unit conducted Blood grouping camp

5 21-09-2010 On the occasion of World Peace Day N.S.S volunteers and students of our college pledged for world peace.

6 24-09-2010 On the occasion of N.S.S day arranged a seminar on “Right to Information Act”

7 25-09-2010 Conducted a workshop in collaboration with Vasavya Mahila Mandali “AIDS Awareness- Stigma and Discrimination”

8 25-09-2010 100 N.S.S volunteers and Programme Officer participated in a Traffic Awareness Programme organized by Commissioner of Police, Vijayawada at Tummalapalli Kshetrayya Kala Kshetram

9 2-10-2010. Arranged a bike rally as part of road safety compaign.10 02-10-2010 Participated in a programme on “Krishna Forum for Women Rights”.11 4-10-2010. 100 N.S.S volunteers participated in Finale of the Traffic Awareness

Programme conducted by Commissioner of Police, Vijayawada12 18-11-2010 Participated in AIDS awareness programme conducted by Youth Red

Cross Unit at Andhra Loyola College, VJA. 13 29-11-2010 Signature campaign was conducted on stigma & discrimination on

AIDS.14 19-01-2011 On the occasion of National Voters’ Day

attended a meeting conducted by District Election Officer & Collector. 15 25-01-2011 On the occasion of National Voters’ Day conducted Rangoli and

Drawing competitions for local college students.16 25-01-2011 In the Elocution competition conducted at S.R.R & C.V.R Govt

College “Voting Right and Importance”17 5-03-2011 Organized education support programme to help the children of AIDS

affected families our staff members also participated in this programme and adopted 20 children.

18 30-01-2011 to 05-02-2011

SPECIAL CAMP – 2010-11 The N.S.S units I & II of our college conducted special camp at Yanamalakuduru, Vijayawada in collaboration with Grama Panchayat Yanamalakuduru.

The Units – I & II also donated Mike set to the Z.P. High School, Yanamalakuduru and created awareness about AIDS, Cleanliness and gave coaching the students on preparation of paper bags.

2011-12S.NO. DATE ACTIVITY

Page 98

1 30-06-2011 Participated in a Rally to support Janlokpal Bill and to eradicate corruption against black money.

2 09-07-2011 Conducted free eye and dental checkup. 1500 health cards were distributed to staff and students

3 7-08-2011 Participated millennium plantation programme and rally in collaboration with Amma Bhagavan Seva Trust at P.W.D grounds create awareness of global warming.

4 16-08-2011 60 N.S.S. volunteers attended the Dasara Festival Camp5 25-08-2011. Conducted Blood donation camp in collaboration with Youth Red

Cross Society and 52 members donated blood. 6 20-09-2011. 60 volunteers attended a training programme conducted by District

collector on the occasion of Dasara Festival7 26-09-2011. 4 volunteers participated in Pre-Republic Parade camp

S.R.R & C.V.R Govt Degree College Among them K. Mercy Grace was selected for the Republic Day Camp at Bhimavaram.

8 28-09-2011 to 6-10-2011.

60 N.S.S. volunteers attended the Dasara Festival Camp

9 30-11-2011. Volunteers donated Blood at Acharya Nagarjuna University 11 12-12-2011 20 volunteers attended awareness programme on Bhavani Dekshalau

at Sub Collector’s Office

12 15-12-2011 30 N.S.S. Volunteers and two Programme Officers attended a training Programme at India Gandhi Municipal Stadium.

2011-12S.NO. DATE ACTIVITY

13 16-12-2011 to 18-12-2011.

30 N.S.S Volunteers participated in Bhavani Deekshalu camp

14 17-12-2011 1 volunteer received II place in elocution competition Conducted by at Dr. Jakir Hussain College, Ibrahim Patnam, VJA

15 17-12-2011 Cycle rally was organized to improve the usage of bicycles.17 12-01-2012. 20 volunteers participated in a rally on World Youth Day in

association with Vivekananda Youth Association 18 19-01-2012. On the occasion of the National Voter’s Day

attended a meeting conducted by Municipal Election Commission

19 12-01-2012. 20 volunteers participated in a rally on World Youth Day in association with Vivekananda Youth Association

20 19-01-2012. On the occasion of the National Voter’s Day attended a meeting conducted by Municipal Election Commission

Dr T. Vijaya Lakshmi, Principal, Smt M. Geetha Madhuri, Smt T. Naga Rani Programme Officers and Captain K. Naga Mani received Certificates from the Additional Municipal Commissioner G. Venkata Ramana on the same day. Miss T. Bhargavi, III B.Com/C from Unit- I received the Best N.S.S volunteer award from Krishna District at Acharya Nagarjuna University for the year 2010-2011.

Page 99

21 14-02-2012 to 21-02-2012

SPECIAL CAMP – 2011-12 Special Camp at Prasadampadu, Vijayawada in collaboration with Grama Panchayat Prasadampadu.

AWARDS: The Best N.S.S. unit award (2010), Best N.S.S volunteer award twice (2010, 2011) are the achievements of the Units.

YRC Youth Red Cross Unit was inaugurated on 20-07-2007 and 60 students were enrolled as

members. The most important noble gesture of YRCU is more than 20% of the staff and students

pledged their eyes to Swetcha Gora Eye Bank. Conducted Mega Rally on importance of Eye donation in collaboration with Swetcha

Gora Eye Bank from Benz Circle to College. Presented two scooterttes to two otherwise challenged students of the college and

caliper shoe to sweeper’s son. Conducted free cataract operations to 35 citizens of Vijayawada from the under

privileged class. Distributed Wheel chairs, walkers, beds, medicines to Mother Theresa’s Home. Donated wheel chair at Indrakeeladhri Temple. Celebrated World Deaf Day with the Children of Madonna special institute for the

Deaf. Children’s Day with the Street Children of Maria Nivas. Mother Theresa’s Baptamisal Day with the inmates of Helen Keller School for

handicapped. Observed Cancer Day with cancer patients and Mental Health week with the otherwise

challenged children at Krishna Lanka. Visiting slum areas creating awareness on Swine Flu, Dengue and other communicable

diseases. Distribution of basic necessities and medicines to flood victims of Ramalingeswara

Nagar. Distributed 1000 saplings as part of each one plant one.

N.C.CTwo units of the N.C.C (Army &Air wings) and with a total of 100 students the N.C.C committee promote team spirit Nation building activities, discipline, secular outlook, service to the needy and timely help rendered in times of catastrophe. N.C.C. cadets participate in National Integration camps, Vayu Sainik Camps, All India Leadership Camps every year.

S.NO. DATE ACTIVITYN.C.C – Army wing

1 12-11-2006 3 cadets donated Blood at S.R.R & C.V.R Govt College, VJA2 20-07-2007 30 cadets participated in Tree plantation programme in the city. 3 30-09-2008 to

10-10-200835 Army cadets controlled Traffic during Durga Festival at Durga Temple

4 16-08-2008 Cadets visited orphanages and old age homes and distributed fruits and clothes

5 9-01-2009 In collaboration with Traffic Police Department controlled the traffic in Vijayawada

Page 100

6 19-08-2010 Conducted rally against Child Labour. 7 29-09-2010 Conducted awareness programme on “Save the Girl Child –

Educate the Girl Child”. 8 30-11-2011 Conducted a rally against use of Plastics 9 25-01-2012 On the occasion National Voters day conducted awareness

programme on “The Importance of Vote”

They participated in Traffic control programmes during festivals, blood donation camps, Tree Plantation campaigns, Rallies for Peace etc. The N.C.C officer and cadets received Gold Medals for their excellence. Awards:

The A.N.O. received Best A.N.O. Award in 2006 N.C.C cadets won three gold medals and three silver medals.

ECO-CLUB: The Siddhartha Mahila Eco-club is a vibrant club with a mission to transform the city

into eco-friendly city. The major activities under taken:

Conduct of Major surveys on Pollution Levels in the City and measures to reduce pollution. The club has won many awards Water Management drives in rural and urban Krishna district. Power Management drives in the city of Vijayawada. Nomenclature of plants on campus in collaboration with department of Botany. Transformation of campus into Plastic free zone. Participation in rallies and marches to control plastic usage. Conduct of Eco-friendly festivals (Holi and Vinyaka chathurdi), Eco-friendly

fashion shows, Exhibitions and preparation of Eco-friendly greeting cards to orient youth in Eco-friendly measures.

The Eco-Club of our college has become partner of Green Mission initiated by Vijayawada Municipal Corporation. Every Saturday is observed as the Green Day in the city to encourage people to maintain hygiene, clean environment and growing plantations. The Club collaborates with District Youth Welfare Department, Chief Medical Officer of Vijayawada Municipal Corporation, Horticulture department and NGOs in this Green Mission.

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

The college takes up extensive social surveys which are interdepartmental and interdisciplinary in kind. The purpose of these surveys is to make students active participants in societal issues and problems. Students record data, interview target groups, process data and provide vital feedback on a number of processing issues that people face in the modern world. Some of the major surveys that have been shouldered service in the past few years need mention:

Organized health survey on Nutrient in take level, Nutritional deficiency disorders in slum areas.

A Mega Survey was conducted in Vijayawada City to assess levels of pollution and its impact on civic life (2010).

Other than these, Surveys on basic amenities like water facilities, prevalence of mal nutrition, prevalence of AIDS, seasonal diseases, agricultural methods used etc have

Page 101

been carried out by students in order to rectify problems and suggest remedies to the rural poor.

Students of Bio-chemistry conducted a survey on Hospital Waste Management in Vijayawada, Serum enzymes in liver diseases, Study of Protein Docking in Aurora Kinase, Study of Homology in Chymotrypsin and Musculo Skeletin disorders.

The Department of Economics conducted surveys on Onion price hike and petrol price hike and prepared a report.

The department of Commerce conducted a survey on increase of VAT rate and its impact on cloth merchants and prepared a report.

3.6.5 Give details of awards / recognition received by the college for extension activities/community development work.

Year The college received

2007-08 The BEST ECO-FRIENDLY COLLEGE AWARD – SECOND PRIZE from Acharya Nagarjuna University

2008-09 The BEST ECO-FRIENDLY COLLEGE AWARD – SECOND PRIZE from Acharya Nagarjuna University

2009-10 The BEST ECO-FRIENDLY COLLEGE AWARD – FIRST PRIZE from Acharya Nagarjuna University

2009- 10 The N.S.S Unit- II received THE BEST N.S.S UNIT AWARD from Acharya Nagarjuna University

2010-11 The BEST ECO-FRIENDLY COLLEGE AWARD - FIRST PRIZE from Acharya Nagarjuna University

2011-12 The BEST ECO-FRIENDLY COLLEGE AWARD – FIRST PRIZE from Acharya Nagarjuna University

2011-12 SAVIOUR OF LIFE AWARD from Indian Red Cross Society, Vijayawada

Year Name Award Received from 2010 Dr T. Vijaya Lakshmi,

PrincipalAppreciation for rendering meritorious service while discharging the duties.

Collector and District Magistrate

2006K.Naga Mani,A.N.O. Captain

the best ANO and received the gold medal

the Group Commander

2010 Miss G. Parvathi, II B.SC/ MSCS from Unit- II

State Best N.S.S volunteer award The Minister for Higher Education, Hyderabad.

Page 102

2011 Miss T. Bhargavi, III B.Com/C from Unit- I

Best N.S.S volunteer award from Krishna District

Acharya Nagarjuna University.

The N.C.C units with the strength of 100 cadets stand as an asset to the institution with good performance and excellence displayed on all occasions.

3.6.6 Reflecting on objectives and expected outcomes of the extension activities organized by the College, Comment on how they complement students’ academic learning experiences and specify the values and skills inculcated?

In keeping with the motto of the college “Atma Deepo Bhava” the institution lays sufficient emphasis on students’ involvement in extension activities undertaken at the collegiate and departmental levels. These activities have resulted in a positive growth of Siddharthians.

- Action-oriented in undertaking rehabilitatory programmes to uplift the downtrodden. - Empathetic and sympathetic towards the underprivileged. - Co-operative and team- oriented in conducting any programme or task. - Keen observers in identifying social problems and seekers of solutions for the same. - Generous donors of cash or kind to victims of natural calamities and hazards. - Skill orientation carried out and also developed leadership traits in carrying out tasks.

3.6.7 How does the College ensure the involvement of the community in its outreach activities and contribute to the community development? Detail the initiatives of the College which have encouraged community participation in its activities.

The college works in collaboration with a number of institutions to carryout outreach programmes.

- Urban Health Centre, Vijayawada to conduct medical camps and surveys. - PSIMS to conduct diagnostic tests for rural women. Red Cross Club, Rotary, Inner Wheel and Lions Club to conduct blood donation and

rehabilitatory programmes. Jan Sikshan Sansthan, DRDA and ICDS, Vijayawada, to conduct training

programmes in business skills. 3.6.8 Does the College have a mechanism to track the students’ involvement in various

social movements / activities which promote citizenship roles?The college involves the NSS Programme Officers to keep track of the activities

oriented towards societal uplift that students are involved. The ward teacher maintains a record of the number of community development activities that a student is actively involved in. - The number of rallies, social movements against female foeticide and infanticide,

women trafficking and harassment, dowry movements, child labour, campaigning against early marriages, ragging, eve teasing and alcoholism are noted by the N.S.S. Programme Officers. Movements promoting gender equity and student participation are also noted. Special prizes are awarded to best N.S.S. Volunteer and best students who are socially oriented.

3.6.9 Give details on the constructive relationships (if any) with other institutions in the nearby locality in working on various outreach and extension activities. The various outreach programmes of the institution are conducted mostly through

the involvement of the community. The Rotary Club, Lions Club and Women’s Cell are mobilized to carry out,

outreach programmes to provide health care, literacy, identification of school dropouts, cleanliness, tree plantation etc.

Page 103

Doctors are encouraged to conduct free medical camps at targeted urban slums of Vijayawada – Pakirgudem, Kristurajapuram, Mogalrajpuram, Giripuram etc.

Camps are conducted involving the elite to contribute to the homes of mentally challenged such as Sai Prema, Prema Nivas and Old age home “Amma” and Nirmal Hruday Bhavan”.

Lawyers are involved to provide legal counseling to slum dwellers. Involvement of local villages to carryout literacy drives to educate the illiterate. Involvement of successful farmers in developing organic farming techniques as

alternatives to chemical fertilizers. These farmers provide the technical know-how in the development, Pisciculture, Prawn culture, Mushroom cultivation, vermi composting etc.

Applied Nutrition conducted Nutrition awareness programmes in collaboration with Inner Wheel Club, explained diet plan for different diseases in collaboration with Railway Hospital and low cost balanced diet for slum dwellers in collaboration with Anganwadi centre of ICDS.

3.6.10Give details of awards received by the institution for extension activities and/contributions to the social/community development during the last four years.

Refer answer for Q.No: 3.6.5.

3.7 Collaboration 3.7.1How has the college’s collaboration with other agencies impacted the visibility,

identity and diversity of activities on the campus? To what extent has the college benefitted academically and financially because of collaborations?The college collaborates with a number of agencies in order to conduct welfare activities, extension activities, job training for students, sharing of expertise, surveys, rehabilitary measures, constructive work etc. These collaborations have made the educational process vibrant and meaningful as they provide training which is practical, job-oriented and service oriented. Siddharthian students’ active participation in projects, case studies, surveys and

collaborative activities is a well known feature in many villages. The activities of Siddhartha students make headlines in all news papers (National &

Local) of the city, thereby creating great visibility and publicity. Live TV Coverage of such activities is a common aspect of collegiate life.

The collaborative efforts with industries, hospitals and companies, make education challenging and vibrant adding to the variety of diverse educational processes such as talks by visiting experts, fairs set up by agencies, training camps, training activities at the Small Scale Business Unit. All this gives a special identity to the college making it a place brimming with activities.

Collaborations have helped to set up a number of Entrepreneur Development courses such as courses for women in saree embroidery, saree printing, bathik printing, flower arrangements, candle making, Vermi composting etc thereby bringing in adequate revenue to conduct these courses. Surveys have helped students to gain deeper insight into research methodology and other latest aspects of their subjects.

The department of Commerce started Entrepreneur Development Cell in collaboration with Jan Sikshan Sansthan to promote self employment.

The department of Chemistry trained the housewives in and around the college on preparation of home needs like surf, phenyl and soap oil.

3.7.2 Mention specific examples of, how these linkages promote

Page 104

∗Curriculum developmentThe Commerce, English, Applied Nutrition, Chemistry, Physics, Botany & Zoology departments have upgraded curriculum to meet the global challenges by getting feedback from collaborations.

Department Topics included on needs of society

English Inclusion of lessons which are oriented towards societal values & Indian culture

Hindi Topics based on National Integration Telugu Projects on contemporary poets Economics Human Resource Development

Liberalization, Privatization and Globalization.Economy of A.P.Micro Financing. Food Security. SEZ’S

History UNO, League of NationsWorld Wars. Andhra History

Commerce Salesmanship. Entrepreneurship.Business Environment.e- commerceWeb Designing

Mathematics Numerical Analysis. Physics Fiber Optics for II year students

Fiber Optics for MPE students. Nano Technology. Weather Forecasting

Chemistry Introduction of Nano Materials Polymer Chemistry for II B.ScGreen Chemistry for III B.Sc

Applied Nutrition Bio-Chemistry Microbiology

Food Processing.Clinical Bio-chemistry. Medical Microbiology and Bio control Agents.

Computer Science e- Commerce, Database Management System JAVA, C- Language

∗ InternshipCollaborations have resulted in students being trained for jobs. 100% of B.B.M, and 20% B.Com students take up internships in collaboration with different institutes and agencies.100% Applied Nutrition, Microbiology and Bio-Chemistry students are sent to internships at VGR Diabetic Centre, Phycare solutions and Diagnostic Centers. Physics and Electronics students are sent to Efftronics for one month training programme. ∗ On-the-job trainingThe Electronics department offers students on the job training on maintenance and repairs of electronic and electrical devices in collaboration with Sony Electronics Ltd.

Page 105

The department of physics offers training in lens making for final PMC students in collaboration with A.V. Optics Ltd. The Chemistry department provides on- the –job-training in water analysis, pollution check analysis, tests for food adulteration. Botany department trains students in mushroom cultivation, Azolla cultivation, Green House setting up, in collaboration with district horticulture department. English department provides training in Spoken English in English Language Lab in collaboration with Eezee English. Applied Nutrition, Bio-chemistry and Microbiology departments train students in preparation of diet charts, diet counseling sessions, blood test, diet kits for pregnant women, surveys in collaboration with PSIMS, UHC, corporate Hospitals and VLCC. Training in Medical Transcription course is conducted in the college with Phycare Solutions. Commerce department provides on the job- training in book keeping, accounting and running of Small Scale Units like provision store, stationery and small scale cottage industries. ∗ Faculty exchange and developmentThe institution collaborates with various departments and colleges to carryout faculty development and exchange programmes. a. Economics faculty with Maris Stella College,b. English faculty with St. Theresa’s college, Eluru, A.N.R. College, Gudivada,

Salalah College of Technology, Salalah & faculty of Krishna University, Machilipatnam. c. Faculty of Commerce department Acharya Nagarjuna University, P.B.S. College of Arts & Science & V.R. S. College of Engineering. d. The Applied Nutrition collaborates with PSIMS and St. Theresa’s college, Eluru. e. Chemistry faculty collaborates with P.B.S. College of Arts & Science and KBN College Vijayawada. f. Physics faculty collaborates with Andhra Loyola College and P.B.S. College of Arts & Science, Vijayawada. g. History faculty collaborates with Maris Stella College, Vijayawada.h. The Computer Science faculty collaborates with Usha Rama College of Engineering, MIC and P.V.P.S. Engineering College, Vijayawada.∗ Research & Consultancy

Consultancy service and research oriented projects are made possible through collaborations with agencies such as PSIMS, Dr C.S.S college of Nursing, British Council, Archeological Department of Vijayawada VMC, Horticulture Department of Vijayawada, APCOST Regional Science Centre, Victoria Museum of Vijayawada and Schools, colleges of Vijayawada and Bhavani Agri Products, Vijayawada. ∗ ExtensionVasavya Mahila Mandali, Rotary International, Lion’s International, Red Cross Society, VMC, DWACRA, UHC and other organizations enable collaborative activities in the uplift of down trodden sections of society. Medical camps, Surveys, Nutrition Exhibitions, Nutritional deficiencies, breast feeding practices, adulteration tests, in collaboration with PSIMS, Inner Wheel club, Vasavya Mahila Mandali, Railway Hospital, ICDS, Navjeevan Bala Bhavan, an orphanage. English Language Teaching, Communication skills, Accent training, Teaching Basic Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics in schools and colleges are made possible through linkages with various schools and colleges of Krishna District. Training is provided to farmers, self- help groups, HIV affected families, school dropouts and Small Scale Business skills in collaboration with Jan Sikshan Sansthan and ALEEP.

Page 106

∗ PublicationFaculty published books in Distance Education for Acharya Nagarjuna University, Dravidian University and Telugu Academy, Government of A.P.∗ Student placementThe college collaborates with WIPRO, DELL, HCL, HDFC, VPS Public school, KCP Adarsh Siddhartha School, B.K. High School and P.B. Siddhartha College of Arts & Science, Vijayawada, VLCC, VGR Diabetic centre and diagnostic centers to promote placements.WIPRO, APPOLLO Health Care Unit, Hyderabad Satyam Computers, GENPACT, CAPITAL IQ, VTPS, TCS, SYNTEL, SOUTHERN LAND, SIFY SATYAM, RAMOJI FILM CITY, TRANSDYNE, AMERICAN COMPANY, PHYCARE, ACC, Cements, Mahendra Satyam, Birla Sun Life Insurance, Reliance Capital, Mahindra Satyam, DELL, Quatrpro, HCL, Diagnostic centers and various schools .

3.7.3 Does the college have MOUs nationally / internationally and with institutions of national importance/other universities/ industries/corporate houses etc.?If yes, explain how the MOUs have contributed in enhancing the quality and output of teaching -learning, research and development activities of the college?The college has linkages with industries, institutions and agencies of repute to transform education into a meaningful one for learners by providing them life coping skills and jobs. The collaborations and linkages Have helped to enhance curriculum to global standards. Made education more research oriented. Linkages promote on- the – job training, internships and practical orientation.

These skills enable students to be fit – for –life and fit –for-jobs. 3.7.4 Have the college industry interactions resulted in the establishment / creation

of highly specialized laboratories /facilities?The industry interactions have resulted in a great surge of quality on campus in

relation to teaching learning, research, consultancy and extension. However the college is striving to reach the zone of excellence by creating and enhancing facilities for learners.

***

Page 107