Best Practices
Best Practices
Best practice- I
Expanding Stall Operations to Enhance College Resources
Objectives
Our institution is dedicated to benefiting both society and the college community through practical initiatives. We have established stalls and aim to expand their number with the following objectives:
- To generate regular income for the college and boost the college fund.
- To provide opportunities for ex-students and local residents to engage in self-employment.
- To offer educational resources and services to current students.
- To minimize noise and visual pollution from nearby bus terminuses and markets.
Context
Higher educational institutions need to explore alternative funding sources beyond government grants. By increasing our economic resources, we can implement more student-centric initiatives. Our college aims to address this need by expanding stall operations along the college’s frontal boundary.
The Practice
Initially, we set up 43 stalls, increasing the total to 53. This approach is noteworthy compared to other rural colleges, which often struggle with economic constraints and lack external funding opportunities.
Evidence of Success
The implementation of stalls has been successful. All stalls are leased out on a monthly rental basis through formal procedures. These stalls have provided current students with convenient access to services like a cyber café, stationery, and document processing. This has reduced the need for students to travel long distances for these services.
Problems Encountered and Resources Required
Challenges include space constraints and vehicular congestion affecting stall accessibility. Additionally, initial funding was required to establish the stalls. Future plans involve expanding stall operations to the first floor, necessitating additional grants.
Best practice- II
Conducting Regular Career Counselling Programs
Objectives
Institutional education aims to prepare students for successful careers. Rural students often face challenges in selecting appropriate career paths. Our college organizes career counselling programs to guide students in making informed career choices.
Context
In an era marked by job scarcity and high living costs, securing stable employment is crucial. Many students struggle with career decisions, prompting our college to take on the role of career advisor through our Career Counselling Cell.
The Practice
Our college regularly offers short-term professional courses and training programs to improve job prospects. Recently, we hosted:
- An Interactive Workshop on Career Opportunities in the Pharmaceutical Industry with MENDINE ERYTHRONET PRIVATE LIMITED on April 27, 2023.
- A seminar on Entrepreneurship Development in Fisheries and Aquaculture for Youth by the Department of IFF on April 5, 2023
These initiatives are designed to provide career guidance and training opportunities to students.
Evidence of Success
Following the workshop on April 27, 2023, ten students chose to enroll in a training and job placement course with MENDINE ERYTHRONET PRIVATE LIMITED. Five of these students were successfully admitted to the company. Additionally, interest in fisheries and aquaculture has increased among students. We have also signed a five-year MOU with the company effective June 6, 2023.
Problems Encountered and Resources Required
Students from economically weaker backgrounds often face financial barriers to participating in job-oriented short-term courses. Societal stereotypes about non-mainstream education also pose challenges. To overcome these obstacles, increased financial support is essential. Additional funding would allow us to offer more low-cost training opportunities and support a greater number of students.