Inclusive Environment for Holistic Education
Empowerment with Curricular Diversity, Additional Credits, Financial Aid, and 21st Century Themes
At the forefront of women's education in Andhra Pradesh, our college is a unique institution through its unparalleled commitment to academic diversity, additional credits, financial support, and the inculcation of 21st-century themes. As the only women’s college in the state offering the highest number of programs across various streams, we provide our students with a comprehensive curriculum that caters to diverse interests and career aspirations. The only Women’s college in the state where majority of students are graduating with Additional Credits in addition to core credits to enhance their prospects. Experiencing the financial challenges faced by many of our students, we extend robust financial assistance through scholarships, free ships, and fee waivers. Moreover, we are dedicated to incorporating essential 21st-century themes like “Global awareness Financial Entrepreneurial, Health, Environmental and Civic literacy,” in co-curricular activity ensuring students’ thriving in the 21st century.
Fostering Academic Heterogeneity:
The college can proudly claim its being the only women’s college in the state of Andhra Pradesh and the only college in Guntur district which offers the highest number of programmes i.e., 38 programmes in 3 major system and 28 in single major system. There are 22 women’s colleges in the government and private aided sector in AP and only two colleges come somewhat close to this institution in the number of programmes offered. Academic heterogeneity and multitude of programmes at undergraduate level is the strength of the college. The diversity of programmes can be perceived as in 5 different programmes in Commerce stream, 7 in Arts stream, 10 in Physical sciences including B.Voc. programmes and 12 in Life sciences.
Boon to Bonus Credits:
The college can assert that more than 80% of the students are annually graduating with Additional Credits apart from the assigned core credits. Students benefit from these meticulously planned valuable short duration courses that blend essential skills to additional skills. The goal is that every student should graduate with extra credits beyond their regular coursework, giving them an edge and a sense of pride in their achievements.
Students select Ability Enhancement short duration course of their choice and pursue to widen their learning perspective. Courses on Yoga, Organic Waste Management, Telugu Basha – Sankethikatha, Yoga & Health, Kolatam, Karra Samu, Art of Indian Dyeing and Hand Block Printing, Urban Farming, Bio Fertilizers & Organic Farming were too preferred.
2161 out of 2699 students have been benefitted through Additional Credits in the last 4 years
Sustaining Merit with Financial Assistance:
The college can contend that more than 80% of the students secure some form of financial support. Majority of our college students hail from poor socio-economic backgrounds. Hence college Scholarship Committee plays a vital role in securing funds from philanthropists, NGOs and encourage students to apply for scholarships & free ships offered by Santoor, Mahindra, and Hero Honda etc.
To alleviate financial hardships of students who do not receive scholarships, the college waives examination fees to reduce their financial burden. Further, the neediest hostel students receive support in the form of hostel mess charges waiver.
These financial aids, celebrating and encouraging excellence, ensure that deserving students can pursue their academic dreams without economic constraints. The active involvement of the college in these initiatives underscores a strong sense of community and a commitment to continuous support. These contributions not only provide financial relief but also inspire current students to strive for excellence and give back to their alma mater.
Incorporating 21st Century Themes:
Our college can affirm that we incorporate themes aligned with 21st-century learning like financial& entrepreneurial literacy, health awareness, and environmental literacy. Recognizing that many of our students lack exposure to these crucial themes at their +2 level, our college has proactively addressed this gap.
- Financial & Entrepreneurial Literacy: Students learn to make appropriate economic choices, understand the role of the economy, and use entrepreneurial skills to generate income. Ability Enhancement courses like Organic Waste Management, Aquarium Management, Cinema Script Writing, Small Business Establishment, Art of Indian Dyeing and Hand Block Printing, Food Expo, Electrical Home Appliances, Urban Farming, Bio Fertilizers, Detection of Adulterants in Edibles, Nutritional Assessment Techniques, Soaps and Detergents, Ornamental Fishes, Nursery and Gardening enriched students' expertise in specialized domains, complementing their core academic pursuits and empower with financial and entrepreneurial literacy.
- Health Literacy: The college cares for student health through different camps and awareness programs, making students understand basic health information, suitable diet, and process information and instructions on seasonal ailments. Along with breast & cervical cancers, awareness on Anaemia and hormonal imbalances that are common in adolescents are addressed
- Global Awareness: Despite their rural background, students are introduced to global trends, by preparing them for placements in universities worldwide. College has taken care of imparting the needed global awareness in understanding lifestyle, culture, study & work environment of those countries thereby enhancing their global perspective.
- Civic Literacy: College organized awareness programmes on working of the Government, Laws, Rights to protect, duties to follow and various schemes and opportunities provided by the Government for students, especially for women’s education to induce civic sense.
- Environmental Literacy: Members of Eco club of the college as well as other departments regularly conduct and participate in activities such as Clay Ganesha making, preparation of seed balls, biodiversity preservation activities and sharing innovative environmental conservation practices.
By achieving these objectives, our students graduate with a rich blend of academic knowledge, practical skills, and financial support, to pursue their dreams. The diverse curriculum fosters a broad intellectual foundation, while additional credits and specialized courses provide a competitive edge. Financial assistance ensures that every deserving student can focus on their studies, and the integration of 21st-century themes prepares them for global citizenship and leadership roles. Our holistic approach to education contributes to the broader goal of societal advancement, reinforcing our commitment to nurturing the next generation of empowered, enlightened, and socially responsible women leaders.
