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ANNUAL QUALITY ASSUARANCE REPORT (2011-12)

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VIDYA PRATISHTHANS ARTS, SCIENCE AND COMMERCE COLLEGE, BARAMATI

(An Affiliated College), (NAAC Reaccredited 3.38 CGPA 2011-12)

Vidyanagari, Bhigwan Road, Baramati, Dist. Pune – 413 133, Maharashtra. Website : www.vidyapratishthan.org,

E-mail- [email protected], Contact No : 02112-243488, 239300, Fax No -02112-243488.

AQAR 2011-12/VPASCC/Baramati

http://www.vidyapratishthan.org/

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Contents

PART TITLE PAGE No.

Part A Plan of Action and Outcome (2011-12)

01-02

Part B 01-43 02-37

Part C Outcomes achieved by the end of the year

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Part D Plans of the HEI for the next year(2012-13)

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THE ANNUAL QUALITY ASSURANCE REPORT (AQAR)

OF THE IQAC

Name of the Institution: Vidya Pratishthan’s Arts, Science & Commerce College, Vidyanagari, Baramati.

Year of report: 2011 – 12

PART A: Plan of action chalked out by the IQAC in the beginning of the year towards quality enhancement and the outcome achieved by the end of the year.

“In pursuit of academic excellence through team spirit “

IQAC has missioned the college in the academic year of NAAC reaccreditation as a focused, performance driven and accountable organization. The year was of intense planning, action, enthusiasm & implementation of innovative, visionary ideas complemented with devoted, systematic hard work. IQAC has played a catalytic role in activating all the fore fronts of the Institution for this grandeur. The Cell has discussed the plan for the NAAC reaccreditation with the Management through a formal meeting presided by the Hon. Principal.

The cell has spearheaded the agenda by setting values and participative deicison making process in all spheres. This has resulted in motivation to make a landmark contribution in this event. It successfully imbibed concerted focus to achieve the objectives, directives & guidelines of the Organization. It was instrumental in reaching the set targets and meet the uplifted expectations of the management, NAAC and the stake holders after the achievement of A grade at the accreditation.

IQAC has heralded this task through meetings with Hon. Principal, Chairmen of the IQAC, Vice- Principals of all faculties, Heads of the Departments, Chairmen of all the committees, Physical Director, librarian, Office Support staff & rectors of hostels, In-charge of messes, students, alumni & also their parents.

IQAC has chalked out annual work plan of the committee through annual calendar, formulation of committees and their activities to focus on vision, mission and the goals of the Institution. It was functional through periodic and regular review of performance for improvement. Documentation of the proceedings of the college was a crucial objective of the cell. The conscious &


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tireless efforts of everyone has resulted success in all the events leading to introspection & futuristic planning.

Action Plan:

To create vibrant and conducive atmosphere for NAAC reaccreditation through constructive planning, implementation and with effective documentation.

To plan for the academic year through programs oriented at student excellence, motivation & competence and also faculty development.

To strengthen the automation in the library and office. To extend the online admissions to all the courses offered by the college. To design curricula for new courses in the fields of Nanoscience &

Nanotechnology. To foster global competence through remedial, bridging courses. To execute Star College Program through Theme labs, hands on – training,

certificate courses, objective based field visits, path driving lead lectures. To strengthen industry-academia interactions through research &

consultancy. To widen the horizons of research among faculty and students. To upgrade the existing departmental facility through external funding. To enrich the library with e- resources. To capture more avenues of placements & careers. To build a student force globally competent with enlightened moral and

social values. To inculcate health consciousness, sportive spirit and participation in events. To play a catalytic role in community strengthening. To nurture and nourish the talent through opportunities, rewards and

awards.

PART B:

1. Activities reflecting the goals and objectives of the institution:

A clear defined goal is a beginning of any great accomplishment.

The Colleges are the institutes of higher learning and knowledge incubator, once considered as temples of Knowledge, are today visualized as training units producing quality, skilled, responsible work force. This provokes the teachers to equip themselves with innovative, interesting , technology aided teaching methods, latest updates in the subject, practising and motivating through their own research of interdisciplinary approach. Learning through problem solving, equipped with industry demanding skills,


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supported by strong moral and social values, communication proficiency, competitive spirit will enable to reach the annals of success. The College galvanizes the right attitude, sharpens the intellect, and projects its students with a unique identity in the society.

“Education sharpens the intellect, improves the grasping power, develops the faculty of discrimination, strengthens our moral nature, enables us to stand the severest temptations of life and thus protects us from falling into errors.”

The Institution thrives for quality initiative, quality sustenance and enhancement by nurturing four goals,

The Knowledge Goal, The Physical Development Goal, The Moral Goal and The Social Goal.

Activities reflecting these goals are as follows,

I] The Knowledge Goal: “To strengthen the intellectual side of personality.”

The programs organized to foster this goal are Conferences, workshops, seminars, Guest lectures, certificate courses, industry visits, field trips, educational tours, competitions, and hands on trainings. The Star College Program, funded by DBT has enhanced these activities remarkably.

Conferences/ seminars/ workshops/Trainings: 3 Day National Conference on “Viruses: Disease Surveillance,

Identification and management” by the Dept. of Biotechnology. Dr. G.P.Rao, Principal Scientist, IARI, New Delhi, Dr. V.B. Dattar, Dr. Niranjan Mishra from High Security Animal Disease laboratory, IVRI, Bhopal were the resource persons.

One Day Workshop on “Molecular Biology” by Dept. of Zoology. One Day Workshop on “How To Enjoy Calculus” by Dept. of Mathematics One Day Seminar on “New Trends in Sociology” by Dept. of Sociology. One Day Seminar on “Academic Performance Indicators” for Faculty

organised by IQAC. One Day Seminar on “ICT” for supporting staff organised by IQAC. “Commerce Fest 2012” by Department of Commerce inaugurated by

Dr. Sudhakar Jadhavar, Dean, faculty of Commerce, University of Pune. Logic – 2012 a workshop on computer programming by B.C.A. department.


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“Communication skills workshop” of Dept of English by Mrs. Mary Douglas from Australia.

Training programs in fermenter handling, bioinoculant production, organic composting and induction program of Department of Microbiology.

“Seed Bank” of Department of Botany. Wild life Conservation week by Dept of Zoology through poster

presentation, guest lectures, visit to Wildlife reserve. World Environment Day, World Geography day by Dept. Of Geography

through poster, project, model presentation. Mathematics year (2011-12) by Department of Mathematics by

organizing guest lectures, Quiz and Poster Competition. “Statistics Quiz” by Department of Statistics has seen active participation

of 75 students. CHEMIAD competition by Department of Chemistry with participation of

115 students. “Science Quiz” by Science Association for undergraduate students. “Utkrushta granth Vachan spardha” by Library committee. This

activity was included as a unique activity by NAAC. Intercollegiate Competition of Kendo ( sword Fighting) for girls was

organized by the physical education Dept. Annual Sports fest was conducted by organizing Body Builiding, Rifle

shooting, Cross country fencing.

Star College Program: Certificate Courses : (04) The Star College program funded by DBT which

has received one year extension was implemented through tailor made, hands –on certificate courses for all undergraduates of Life Sciences.

Self sustenance of energy needs through efforts for green Bio-CNG - Production of biogas from mother liquor (Dairy waste)

Guest Lectures: (37) Quality Improvement Program (08) was instrumental in organizing

lectures of student orientation in all subjects inviting leading resource persons as speakers with the funding of Pune University.

Star College Program: (24) Eminent speakers from various fields spanning interdisciplinary thrust areas of research, entrepreneurship, bioterrorism, patenting, industry processes were invited to motivate the students. These included scientists, C.E.O, Directors, leading entrepreneurs.

Department wise lectures: (05) Subject experts from various fields were invited to deliver talks on relevant topics.

Educational Tours, Industry visits, field visits: (25)


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The College is instrumental in organising educational tours, field trips, Industry visits through tour committee to make the students to explore the unseen and experience the real time functioning of the Industry which helps to open up new paradigms in the perceptions of science, Technology, Innovation, the heritage of India and its Biodiversity.

Life Science departments organise every year tours for student participation at the National events in science .i.e. 99th Indian Science Congress at Bhubaneshwar, Odissa.

Educational Visit to World Heritage Biodversity sites. Industry visits to RCF at Raigad, Serum Institute, Pune ,Shreiber Dynamix, Bilt

Graphics, Cipla. Research Institutes visits: NCL, NIV, NIO, CCMB, IICT, CDFD, Nimkar

Research Institute, Intervet, TIFR, Haffkine, VazeKelkar Research Institute, VSI, and NGRI.

II] Physical Development Goal: “To provide relevant facilities for a good physique.”

The Institution resolutely believes in the physical development of its students along with their intellectual growth. To furnish to the needs for advance of a healthy body, the Institution has an 11 – acre big playground, which has 2 volleyball courts, a basketball court, a kho–kho ground, an eight-lane running track and a football ground.The Institution also has separate gymnasia for boys and girls, each having 2 badminton courts, 2 table tennis courts, changing rooms with lockers, Yogasana Hall and Fitness Centres with international quality equipments.The physical director was actively involved in increased student participation in several National and international events covering many sports. He has participation in several conferences with paper presentation, selections and judging events. The Institution organized the following events to channelize the sporting energies of student players

Intercollegiate Kendo Competitions Annual Sports meet –

Boxing Rifle shooting Body Building Cross country fencing Kendo Athletics


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The College has taken efforts in active participation of students in several sports.

Participation in events - National level - 3 University level – 12 Intercollegiate level -69

A healthy body harbours a healthy mind –

“Health camp” with Medical Committee, and the Medicos Guild, Baramati. This is availed by all the first year students of all faculties who have taken new admission into the college by and all the hostellers.

Nutrition chart of the menu is displayed at all the messes with implementation of common menu of high quality with hygiene highly appreciated by students and parents.

Anaemia awareness among girls through haemoglobin testing, medical counselling and iron folic supplements disbursement among hostellers.

III] Moral Goal: “To enable the students to cultivate certain moral values.”

The moral goal of the institute is furnished through programs and activities organized through N.S.S, “Samartha Bharat Abhiyan”, student welfare, extramural committees, Ladies Association. Rallies, Human Chain, cleanliness campaign, Yuva mahostav, day celebration, Shramdan, Visits and Workshops are the outcome of the Efforts.

Rally at Medad on account on “Gandhi jayanti, Lalbahadur shastri Jayanti” was participated by 650 students dressed as Great National Leaders, heroes to inspire the general public.

“Awareness of Women empowerment” one day workshop was organized by Ladies Association funded by Women & Child welfare dept of Maharashtra with enthusiastic participation by boys.

Lecture Series by Extramural Committee, Dr. Babasaheb Jaykar Vyakhyanmala of University Of Pune for 3 days to invoke the soft skills and art of living covering “Life is to laugh”. “Go Green and help save the environment”, “Hobbies as a career”.


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Yuva mahostav ,Youth day ,N.S.S day celebration”, “Savitribhai Phule Jayanti”

Reach the unreached program by visiting Remand home, Baramati on Rakshabandhan.

Participation in workshops on “Global values” , “Disaster Management”, “National Youth Week & self Help group”, “AIDS awareness”, “self employment & entrepreneurship”, “Moral Education” organized by UOP.

Faculty participation through invited lectures.

Annual cultural fest of Vidya Pratishthan where the Senior Faculty of the college lead by the Principal has presented a popular Kawali on National integration, and patriotic group song.

IV] Social Goal: “To activate and foster the sense of obligation, loyalty and spirit of sacrifice for the community among students.”

The social goal is accomplished through activities organized through Samarth Bharath Abhiyan, N.S.S, student welfare, extramural, science association, wall paper committees, and departmental extension activities.

Blood Donation Camps were organized in the Institution jointly by National Service Scheme, Medical Committee, VPASCC and Red Cross Society’s Blood Bank, Baramati around 322 students and staff voluntarily donated blood during the camps.

NSS Winter camp activities at Medad- Ecotourism, educational facilities and provisions, Disaster Management, Women empowerment, Awareness on Female feticide, Survey of Employment Status, AIDS awareness, Moral Education, Nirmal Gram

Motivating Lectures were organized by Invitee Speakers and Faculty. The NSS Units organized other activities related to National Emergency,

Literacy Mission, Human Values, “Andha Shraddha Nirmulan”. The College fosters education system as a meritocratic system, where hard

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approach by taking a holistic view, Competitive Exam Committee and the respective Departments conducts State level competitions.

Pratibha Intercollegiate State Level Elocution Competition spanning current issues.

Gurudev Rabindranath Tagore State Level Elocution Competition 5th Mahatma Kabir Intercollegiate State Level Elocution Competition. Health, Blood Group and Hemoglobin check camp for college students. Poster presentation competitions on World Environment Day.

2. New academic programmes initiated (U.G & P.G).

M.Sc Microbiology- part II M.A. Marathi - Part I

3. Innovations in curricular design and transaction. The curriculum is the core around which the entire education edifice is built. The University translates the curriculum framework to the affiliated colleges through B.O.S. The Faculty is involved in B.O.S in framing, restructuring and implementation of the syllabus The Contribution of Faculty in Curriculum Design at University Level:

Board of Studies:

Dr. Arun Adsool, is the nominated Chairman of B.O.S of Nanosciences & Nanotechnology

Dr. S.R.Chaphalkar, Head, Dept of Biotechnology & Microbiology is the elected member of B.O.S of Biotechnology at Kolhapur University and Microbiology of University of Pune.

Dr. Mahesh Vedpathak is appointed as a Member of B.O.S of Nanotechnology and Nanosciences of University of Pune.

Dr. H. S. Patil, H.O.D., Dept of Botany is Member of B.O.S of Botany of U. O. P. Dr. Rajendra Khairnar, Head, Dept of Hindi, is Member of B.O.S of Hindi of

University of Pune. Dr. Shyamrao Ghadage , Vice-principal, H.O.D., Dept of History, Member of

B.O.S of Histroy and Member of Faculty of University of Pune.. Dr.B. K. Avchar , Dept of Botany is a Member of B.O.S of Botany of University

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The following Faculty attended various workshops of Pune University for Syllabus designing, restructuring and its implementation:

Prof. Nilima Pawar, Dept of Microbiology has attended a 2 day workshop on new syllabus of M.Sc Microbiology, held at Abasaheb Garware College, Pune.

Prof. Dr. P.V. Patil, H.O.D., Dept of Physics attended a workshop on Orientation of Revised syllabus of T.Y.B.Sc at T.C. College, Baramati.

Prof. Jayashree Bagwade, Dept of Physics attended a workshop on Orientation of Revised syllabus of T.Y.B.Sc at T.C. College, Baramati.

Dr. Mahesh Vedpathak, Dept of Physics attended a workshop on Orientation of Revised syllabus of T.Y.B.Sc at T.C. College, Baramati.

Prof. Ramesh Deokate, Dept of Physics attended a workshop on Orientation of Revised syllabus of T.Y.B.Sc at T.C. College , Baramati.

Prof. Mahesh D. Pawar has attended a one day workshop on new syllabus of B.C.A, M.C.A. & M.Com (E-com) organized by University of Pune at Indira College.

Prof. Vijay Kakade, attended a T.Y.B.Sc Syllabus Workshop at T.C. College, Baramati.

The College implements the initiative taken to make students competent in English. English Language Laboratory with state-of-the-art facility and excellent audio – visual facilities run by the English department has provided support in the form of novel curricula of short, tailor-made courses, which help students of different streams to master the language.

The Star College program facilitates liberty and funding in designing & implementation of skill developing and interdisciplinary add on courses. The co-ordinating depts. of this program have designed curricula in Molecular Biology, Bioinformatics, Fermentation technology and Quantitative Biology. The curricula for the bridging, hands-on training courses included interdisciplinary approached theory culminated with practicals.

4. Inter-disciplinary programmes started: Spoken English Course Certificate Courses: ( Under Star College Program)

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o BioInformaticso Biostatisticso Fermentation Technology

5. Examination reforms implemented: Internal Squad is commissioned by the college under the supervision of the

exam committee. Online submission of exam forms for University and Home exams. Online Exam notices Provision of Photocopies of the answer sheets on demand is implemented. Establishment of separate examination cell for effective conduct of university

level annual F.Y. exams and internal assessment in tune with increased exam work.

Commissioning of separate trained work force for documentation, record maintenance of F.Y. home exams.

Online display of results of entrance exams. Special provisions for examinations are made at the college campus for the

differently abled.

6. Candidates qualified: NET/SET/GATE etc.

Staff- ( 01) - Qualified NET , SET - Mrs. Jagtap Alka –Head Librarian

CSIR NET qualified Students: ( 10)

Mr. Sameer Salunkhe- JRF-32 Ms. Anagha Gurjar- JRF-48Ms. Anushri Chaphalkar - JRF-67 Mr. Waghul Abhipradnya- JRF-98Mr. Kamble Nitin - JRF-108 Mr. Langarkhade Prateek- LS-24Ms. Hadavale kavita - LS-29 Ms. Bhoite Ashwini- LS-30Mr. Deshmukh Amit LS-39 Ms. Bhise Neha- LS

GATE Qualified students: ( 06)Mr. Wahul Abhipradnya Mr. Kambale Nitin

Ms. Bhise Neha Mr. Suhas Gore Mr. Madrewar Sagar Ms.Patankar Kalyani

TIFR Exam Qualified students: ( 02) Ms. Tandale Aditi Ms. Mane Asha


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Chartered accountant - Mr. Sandeep Chandgude

I.C.W.A - Ms. Sadhana Guldagad.

7. Initiative towards faculty development programme:

The faculty is marching in pursuit of academic excellence through several programs like Ph.D, M.Phil., Refresher courses, orientation programs. The faculty utilizes all the resources to learn and keep abreast to innovate and strive for excellence by contributing at National, International conferences, research projects and relevant workshops. Faculty is always encouraged to act on several bodies at university level.Faculty members were conferred with recognition as PhD guides & referees of viva. They also represented at university Examinations as chairman, paper setters, moderators, examiners at Theory, Project & practicals.

Ph.D. Degree awardee, Prof. L.M.Kashid, Assoc. Professor, Head, Dept. Of. Chemistry.

Ph.D. Degree awardee, Prof. Lamture Nagesh , Asst .Prof. ,Commerce Faculty

M.Phil degree awardee, Prof. Kolapkar Mangesh, Asst. Prof, Dept. Of Electronics.

Faculty undertaken Refresher course (2011-12): (10)

Prof. P. Salunkhe, Head, Dept. of Political Science at University of Pune. Prof. Suvarna Raskar, Head , Dept of Sociology, in sociology at UOP. Prof. Manisha Kutwad, Head, Dept of Economics at University of Pune. Prof. Milind Kakade , Dept of Psychology at University of Pune Prof. Meghana Deshpande, HOD, Dept of Mathematics at University of Pune Prof. Kundalik Gaware , Dept of Mathematics at University of Pune Prof. Bhimrao More, Dept of Commerce at University of Pune. Prof. Alka Jagtap, Librarian, in library Sciences at University of Pune. Prof. Vijay Kakade, Dept of Electronics, at University of Pune Prof. Sangita Satpute , Dept of Chemistry, at University of Pune

International conferences: (07)


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Dr. Sushma Chaphalkar, Assoc. Prof. Head, Dept of Biotechnology & Microbiology was an Invitee speaker at the International Summit on 6th Feb, 2012 at National Institute of Oceanography, Goa on “Improved Animal feeds with Biotechnological Interventions”.

Dr. Sushama Chaphalkar, presented a paper at International Conference titled “Agricultural Biotechnology for Sustainable Development” (ABSD) at Colombo, Sri Lanka on 12th & 13th March, 2012.

Prof. Amar Bhosale of Dept. of Commerce has attended an International conference on “Management , Technologies & Economics” organized by Choice College, at Aurora Towers, Pune where a paper was presented on “Green Marketing , ISBN”.

Prof. Dinesh Sarode ,Director, Physical Education attended 6 Th

International Conference on “Mind Beyond-A Traditional Yogic Approach” organized by The Lonavala Yoga Institute (India).

Dr. B. K. Avchar , Dept of Botany has presented a Research Paper at International Conference on “Current Trends in Medicinal Plant Research” at UOP, Dept of Botany.

Prof. Sangita Satpute , Dept of Chemistry has presented a Research Paper in International Conference in Nanoscitech – 2012 at Punjab University.

Prof. Sanjay Khilare presented a Research Paper on “Features of Indian English as reflected In Hindi Movies” in the International Conference on Teaching of English to the Speakers of Other languages organized by SPMM College.

National Conferences/ seminars/ workshops : ( 14 )

Dr. Sushma Chaphalkar, Assoc. Prof. Dept of Microbiology and Biotechnology , delivered a lead Lecture on “Traditional Knowledge and Biotechnological Interventions at Vidya Pratishtan’s School of Biotechnology” at 99th Indian Science Congress, 2012, held at Bhubaneshvar, Odissa.


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Dr. Sushma Chaphalkar, Assoc. Prof., Dept of Microbiology and Biotechnology was a distinguished Guest Speaker and chaired the session of “Omics” at National Conference on Omics For Biotechnology organized by Dept. Of Biotechnology, Central University Of Rajasthan on 22-23 rd Feb 2012. She has also presented a paper on “cDNA and EST sequencing of Aegel marmelose and Syzygium cumini”

Prof. Amar Bhosale of Commerce Dept has attended seminar on “National Challenges & Opportunities in Service Sector Era of Globalization” at Hutatma Rajgurunagar College, Rajgurunagar and presented a paper on “Agritourism- Opportunities & Challenges in Maharashtra with special reference to Baramati Tahsil. – ISBN”.

Prof. Dinesh Sarode ,Director, Physical Education participated at National Congress in “Physical Activity Fitness And Health”organized by Dept. Of Physical Education ,University Of Pune and presented a Paper on “The Role Of Foot and Footwear In Sports”.

Dr. B. K. Avchar, Dept of Botany has attended a National Conference on Recent Trends in Plant Sciences at T.C. College, Baramati and presented a research paper.

Dr. Datta Jagtap, Dept of Botany has attended a National Conference on Recent Trends in Plant Sciences at T.C. College, Baramati and presented a research paper.

Prof. Mangesh Kolapkar, Dept of Electronics has attended a conference at Shankar rao Mohite College, Akluj and presented a research paper titled Design of embedded systems for online measurement of climatic parameters of green house environment.

Prof. Savita Nikale of Dept of Electronics has attended a conference at Shankar rao Mohite College, Akluj and presented a research paper titled FPGA based metal temperature to colour display.

Dr. Sadhana Deshpande, Vice- Principal , Science faculty , Head, Dept of Zoology has presented a research at National Seminar on Recent Advances in Chemical and Environmental Sciences- RACES – 2012 on Identification and Improvement of amylase producing soil bacteria.


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Prof. Netaji Karale presented a Research Paper at National conference on sustainable chemistry titled Challenges and Opportunities held at Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Marathwada University, Osmanabad.

Dr. L.M. Kashid , Head, Dept of Chemistry has presented a research paper on “Assessment of Electrochemical Mineralization of neonicotinoids by differential Pulse Polarography in a conference on sustainable chemistry- Challenges & Opportunities”, organized by Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Marathwada university, Osmanabad.

Prof. Sangita Satpute , Dept of Chemistry has presented a poster at National Conference in Chemistry at MIT , Pune titled “Spectroscopic and Morphological Characterization of polyaniline nanofibres synthesized by Novel Polymerisation”.

Ms. Alka Jagtap, Librarian has attended a National Seminar on “Perspectives of LIS Research in India towards to 2020”, Organized by Gokhale Institute of Politics & Economics .

Prof. Meghana Deshpande, Dept. Of Mathematics has participated in a conference at SRTMU, Nanded.

State level conferences/ seminars: (20)

Dr. Sanjay Sanap, Dept. Of English was a Resource Person at State Level Seminar on “Postcolonialism and Cultural Dilemmas at K.K.W.ASC College, Pimpalgaon, Dist. Nasik.

Prof. Amar Bhosale of Dept. of Commerce attended a Seminar on “Recent Trends in Marketing” at Arts & Commerce College, Kalamb.

Prof. Amar Bhosale of Dept. of Commerce attended a Seminar on “Recent Trends in Marketing” at S.M.Joshi college, Hadapsar, Pune.

Prof. Amar Bhosale of Dept. of Commerce participated at Conference on “Challenges before Co-operation & Rural Development” at Ramakrishna College, Akurdi and presented a Paper on “The Progress of SHGS with the help of NABARD in India – ISSN”.

Prof. Amar Bhosale of Dept of Commerce attended a Two day workshop on “SPSS” at VIIT, Baramati.


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Dr. Shriram Gadkar of Dept Of Marathi attended a conference on “Sathottari Marathi Kavita” and presented a paper on “Loksanskrutichya Badlatil Dhan –Ek Abhyas”.

Dr. Shriram Gadkar of Dept Of Marathi attended a Seminar on “Aajche Dalit Sahitya Svaroop aani Wastav” presented a Paper Titled “1990 Nantarchi Dalitkatha” at Shankararao Bhelke Mahavidyalaya, Nasarapur, Dist. Pune .

Dr. Shriram Gadkar of Marathi Dept attended a Seminar on “Maharashtrachya Vikasat Marathi Bhashechi Bhumika”at T.C.college ,Baramati.

Dr. Shriram Gadkar of Dept Of Marathi attended a Seminar on “Pratham Varsha kala (Marathi) Punnarachit Abhyaskram” and presented a Research paper on “Punarrachit Abhyaskram : Svaroop v Apeksha” at Jijamata College, Dist. Ahmednagar.

Dr. Sadhana Deshpande, Vice- Principal , Science faculty , has presented a paper on “Study of Faunal Biodiversity” at Regional Research Conference, BCUD,.

Dr. Ananda Gangurde of Dept Of Marathi has paper presented on Vyavahar kshetratil Marathi, at T.C. College,Baramati.

Dr. Ananda Gangurde of Dept Of Marathi has paper presented on Mahanubhavancha Acharadharma. At ASC Collges, Brihan nagar, Ahmednagar.

Dr. Ananda Gangurde of Dept Of Marathi has paper presented on Sahitya & Pariyavaran at M.S. kakade College , Someshwarnagar.

Dr. Rajendra Khairnar of Dept. Of Hindi Chaired the session at a State level conference organized by Subhash Baburao Kul College, Kedgoan.

Dr. Rajendra Khairnar of Dept. Of Hindi Chaired the session at a State level conference organized by Arts College, Jejuri.

Dr. Rajendra Khairnar of Dept. Of Hindi was the external examiner at M.Phil. viva at Y.C. M.O.U

Dr. Rajendra Khairnar of Dept. Of Hindi was the Subject Expert for Ph. D. viva at New Arts, Science, Commerce College, Ahmednagar.

Dr. Rajendra Khairnar of Dept. Of Hindi was the Subject Expert for Ph. D. viva at C.T. Bora College.


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Prof. Bhimrao More of Dept. Of Economics has attended State Level Seminar and presented a Research Paper on “Advanced Technologies in Banking”.

Prof. Bhimrao More of Dept. Of Economics attended 35th Conference of Economics and presented a Research Paper on “Indian Economy: Towards a Super Power”.

Workshops: (14) Prof. Pawar Nilima , Dept. Of Microbiology attended a Syllabus

Workshop for M.Sc Microbiology at Abasaheb Garware College, Pune. Prof. Netaji Karale, attended N.S.S. workshop organized at UOP. Prof. G.V. Wable , H.O.D. of Statistics has attended workshop on Use Of

SPSS for Statistical Data analysis at F.C. College , Pune. Dr. P.V.Patil , H.O.D. , Dept of Physics attended a National Workshop on

Solar photovoltiacs- Fundamentals , technologies & applications , organized by NCPRE, IIT, Mumbai held at VPCOE , Baramati.

Dr. Ramesh Deokate, Dept of Physics attended a National Workshop on Solar photovoltiacs- Fundamentals, technologies & applications, organized by NCPRE, IIT, Mumbai held at VPCOE, Baramati.

Prof. Rajendra Walvi has participated in N.S.S workshop in Moral Education in University of Pune.

Prof. Rajendra Walvi has participated in N.S.S workshop on Education in Universal Human values, at Panchgani.

Prof. Rajendra Walvi has participated in N.S.S workshop at Spicer College for Program Officers for conducting the Winter Camp.

Syllabus - Prof. Dr. P.V. Patil, H.O.D. , Dept of Physics attended a workshop on Orientation of Revised syllabus of T.Y.B.Sc at T.C. College , Baramati.

Syllabus – Prof. Jayashree Bagwade, Dept of Physics attended a workshop on Orientation of Revised syllabus of T.Y.B.Sc at T.C. College , Baramati.


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Syllabus – Prof. Dr. Mahesh Vedpathak, Dept of Physics attended a workshop on Orientation of Revised syllabus of T.Y.B.Sc at T.C. College , Baramati.

Syllabus – Prof. Ramesh Deokate, Dept of Physics attended a workshop on Orientation of Revised syllabus of T.Y.B.Sc at T.C. College , Baramati.

Prof. Mahesh D. Pawar has attended a one day workshop on new syllabus of B.C.A, M.C.A. & M.Com( E-com) organized by UOP at Indira College.

Prof. Vijay Kakade, attended a T.Y. Bsc Syllabus Workshop at T.C. College, Baramati.

8. Total number of Seminars/Workshops conducted. ( 14)

3 Days National Virology Conference on “Viruses: Disease Surveillance, Identification and management “on 23-25th Jan, 2012, by the Dept. of Biotechnology. The Resource Persons- Dr. G. P. Rao, Principal Scientist, IARI, New Delhi, Dr. V.B. Dattar, Dr. Niranjan Mishra, High Security Animal Disease laboratory, IVRI, ICAR, Bhopal.

Two Seminars were organized by IQAC in the institution for teaching Faculty and supporting Staff.

One Day Workshop was organized on “Molecular Biology” by Dept. of Zoology Under Quality Improvement Programme with inaugural address by Dr. Khandagale .

One Day Workshop was organized on “How to Enjoy Calculus” by Dept. of Mathematics Under Quality Improvement Programme with inaugural address by Prof. S.R.Puranik.

“Commerce Fest 2012” by Department of Commerce & was inaugurated by Dr. Sudhakar Jadhavar, Dean, faculty of Commerce, UOP & Dr. Ramesh Chandra Suryawanshi, Principal, AC college, Kalamb.

Logic – 2012, a Competition on Programming by the B.C.A. department.


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“Communication skills workshop” was conducted by Dept of English with Mrs. Mary Douglas from University of Wales, Australia.

One Day Seminar was organized on “New Trends in Sociology” by Dept. of Sociology under Quality Improvement Programme.

10th Pratibha Intercollegiate State Level Elocution Competition spanning current issues is organized by Dept. Of Marathi.

7th Gurudev Rabindranath Tagore State Level Elocution Competition Organised by Dept. Of English

5th Mahatma Kabir Intercollegiate State Level Elocution Competition is organized by Dept of Hindi.

Workshop on laboratory Safety for supporting staff of the laboratories. Workshop for faculty on investment planning, tax management, insurances.

9. Research Projects: ( 29)

The College has a strong Research base of the faculty which is evident from the major and minor projects with funding from all agencies, Government (centre & State) and industry. This has successfully created a vibrant Career forefront for the students.The research arenas are oriented to technology, innovation, Agriculture, environment issues, society at large. They are concentrated at global issues and also local problems. They have helped the faculty to publish, present research papers at Conferences. Many of the projects have included the P.G. & U.G students working on small objectives of the project. They have helped in maintaining the academia & industry interactions and student placements. The projects taken up by Arts Faculty have helped to reflect the current issues related to literature, agriculture, education, learning, culture etc. The well equipped labs, e-library, advanced instrumentation have helped in these research activities.Major Research Projects: (07)

NAME OF THE PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR

TITLE FUNDING AGENCY

STATUS AMOUNT SANCTIONED (Rs)

Dr. S. R. Chaphalkar Morphometry & phylogeography of honey bees & stingless bees in India

D.B.T. Ongoing Rs. 29,00,000 /-

Dr. S.R.Chaphalkar Cultivation of Rose Scented geranium using biotechnology.

D.B.T. Ongoing Rs. 33,25,000/-

Dr. S.R.Chaphalkar Construction of cDNA library and EST Central Ministry Completed Rs. 1,00,00,000


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sequencing of jamun of Agriculture

Dr. S.R.Chaphalkar Development of Chinkara van vihar Department of Forests, GOM,

Ongoing Rs.42,00,000/-

Dr. S.R.Chaphalkar In-vitro , in-vivo and in-silico studies on the endophytic microorganisms

U.G.C. Completed Rs.24,58,000/-

Dr. T.H.Borse Studies in algae as biological contaminants in potable drinking water plants

D.S.T. Ongoing Rs.7,16,000/-

Dr.M.N.Vedpathak Biocompatable coatings of iron oxide nanoparticles for purification of DNA binding proteins

UG.C. Ongoing Rs.9,91,000/-

Minor Research Projects: (22)

PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR

TITLE FUNDING AGENCY

STATUS AMOUNT SANCTIONED (Rs)

Prof . R.J.Sharma Screening of the plant derived secondary metabolites that help the nerve cells to regrow their axon

BCUD Completed Rs.3,00,000/-

Prof. Sugandha Goasavi

Studies on cyanobacterial species as potential bionanoparticle synthesis s

BCUD Ongoing Rs.2,50,000/-

Dr.Sadhana Deshpande

Study of faunal biodiversity from medad village, and its socioeconomic importance.

BCUD Completed Rs. 1,80,000/-

Prof. R.J.Sharma Design of a nutraceutical with antioxidant property for diabetis

BCUD Ongoing Rs. 1,50,000/-

Prof. Amit Divhare Development of cost effective technology for removal of industrial heavy metals using bioabsorbents

U.G.C. Completed Rs. 1,00,000/-

Prof. Rajendra valve

The historical study of adivasi Bhilla community in Nandurbar district


Dr.Rajendra Khairnar

Mahakavyatmak upanyason me varg sangarsh evam varna sangarsh


Prof. Sunil Ogale Changing patterns of agricultural land use in Baramati

UGC Completed Rs.1,00,000/-

Dr.Mahesh. Vedpathak

Synthesis and characterization if Iron oxide nanoparticles with biocompatible coatings

U.G.C. Completed Rs. 97,000/-

Prof.Sangita Satpute

Study of absorption & transport behavior of atrazine in soils and its effects on ground water pollution

U.G.C. Ongoing Rs. 85,000/-


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Prof. Neelima Devi Studies on sugarcane tillage waste for probiotic feed with cheese whey supplementation

U.G.C Ongoing Rs. 80,000/-

Dr. S.R.Chaphalkar Detection of vegetable oil adulteration in milk & Bioprospecting of mother liquor for biogas production

Schreiber Dynamix

Completed Rs. 75,000/-

Dr. Sanjay Sanap The Impact of English on culture U.G.C. Completed Rs. 75,000/-

Dr.Shriram Gadkar Dalitetar kathakarancha dalit jeevan chitran karnaya kathancha chikitsak abhyas

BCUD ,UOP Completed Rs. 75,000/-.

Dr.A. Gangurde Mahanagariya kadambaritilsamaj darshan

BCUD Completed Rs.70,000/-

Prof. Mangal Sasane

Hindi upanyason me dalit chitran BCUD Completed Rs.70,000/-

Prof. Netaji Karale Assessment of the impact of fluoride on environment

U.G.C., Completed Rs. 65,000/-

Dr. L. M. Kashid Assessment of organochloro pesticides on environement of Baramati.


Dr. Sanjay Sanap Impact of English literature U.G.C. Completed Rs. 60,000/-

Dr. Sanjay Khilare The process of English learning among Marathi medium students.


Dr. H.S. Patil Floristic studies of Baramati tahsil of poaceae and screening its potential


Prof. Nilima Pawar Optimization of microbiological effluent treatment of paper industry.


o Student Projects:

Pune Intercollegiate Consortium ( P.I.C.C ) - 21 projects were funded by Muktangan Science Exploratory, Pune.

10. Patents generated, if any .: Nil

11. New collaborative research programmes. – (05)


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12. Research grants received from various agencies:

The Faculty has received grants through several major and minor research projects funded by UGC, DBT, DST, Ministry of agriculture, Dept of forestry, BCUD, University of Pune. Through these projects the infrastructure of the depts has been enriched with instruments, books, journals, and has successfully created a research interests among the students.

UGC has funded Rs.11, 56,000/- towards minor projects & major project.

DBT has funded for Rs. 33, 25,000/- towards Major project.

BCUD, University of Pune has funded Rs.5, 50,000/- towards Minor Research projects.

DST has funded for Rs.7,16,000/-

Dept Of Forestry, Govt. of Maharashtra funding of Rs. 42,00,000/-

Dept Of Agriculture, funding of Rs.1,00,00,000/-

Industry Collaboration: Funded for Rs. 75,000/-.

13. Details of Research scholars:

Recognized Ph.D. Guides:

Principal Dr. Arun Adsool (Physics) Dr. R. B. Khairnar (Hindi)Dr. Mrs. Sadhana Deshpande (Zoology) Dr. Mahesh Vedpathak (Physics)

Research scholars: (03)

Teachers awarded Ph.D. – 02

Teachers awarded M.Phil – 01

Teachers pursuing Ph.D – 09

14. Citation index of faculty members and impact factor:


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Biochemical Role of Ascorbic acid during the extraction of nucleic acids in polyphenol rich medicinal plant tissues in J. Plant Mol. Biol. Biotechnol. 2011 2: (2) 1-7 by Dr. Tushar Borse and Dr. Sushama R. Chaphalkar with Impact Factor: 1.187 (2011).

Dr. Sadhana Deshpande, Vice- Principal, Science faculty, Head, Dept of Zoology has published two research papers with her colleagues in Journal of Association of zoologists India, Vol., .5 (2011) with Impact Factor: 0.514.

15. Honors / Awards to the faculty:

International Level -

Dr. Sushma Chaphalkar, Assoc. Prof. was an Invitee speaker at the International Summit on 6th Feb, 2012 at National Institute of Oceanography, Goa on “Improved Animal feeds with Biotechnological Interventions”.

National Level-

Dr. Sushma Chaphalkar, Assoc. Prof. Dept of Microbiology and Biotechnology, delivered a lead Lecture on “Traditional Knowledge and Biotechnological Interventions at VSBT” at 99th Indian Science Congress, 2012, held at Bhubaneshvar, Odissa.

Dr. Sushma Chaphalkar, Assoc. Prof., Dept of Microbiology and Biotechnology was a distinguished Guest Speaker and chaired the session of “Omics” at National Conference on Omics for Biotechnology organized by Dept of Biotechnology, Central University of Rajasthan on 22-23rd Feb, 2012. She has also presented a paper on “cDNA and EST sequencing of Aegel marmelose and Syzygium cumini”.

Prof. Dinesh Sarode, Judge at Senior National Body Building Championship 2011 organised by Body Builders Association , Bangalore, in Collaboration with Jaya Karnataka and S. Mutthappa Raj Sports Foundation in Banglore.

Prof. Dinesh Sarode ,Advisor for Maharashtra Body Builders Association

Prof. Dinesh Sarode , Judge at All India Body Building Competition to select Junior Mr. India and Mastershree and differently abled masterShree organized by All India Body Building Association.

Prof. Dinesh Sarode , Member Of Selection Committee for Inter University Fencing Competition.


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Other Acheivements :

Dr. Arun Adsool , Principal , has been nominated as a Chairman, Academic council , University of Pune. He has been nominated as the member of the Faculty of Science, Universiy of Pune.

Dr. Sushma Chaphalkar, on the Board Of Directors, Haffkin Biopharma ,Mumbai

Dr. H. S. Patil was appointed as “Member of Unfair means committee of Science & Pharmacy Faculty” appointed by the COE of UOP.

Prof. Jayashri Bagwade was “Academic and Research Co-ordinator” for “Innovation” and “Avishkar”competitions at zonal level organized by BCUD and UGC funded Research Projects of University of Pune.

Prof. Dinesh Sarode, Elected Member of Interuniversity Boxing for Girls and Boys organized by Bharatiya Jain Sanghatana College Wagholi, Dist. Pune

Prof. Dinesh Sarode, Elected Member of Inter University PowerLifting and body Building for Girls and Boys, at C.T. Bora College, Shirur Dist. Pune.

Prof. Dinesh Sarode ,Judge at State Level Body building Competion “Maharashtra Shree Senior” and a member of Body Building Association, held at Sangamner.

16. Internal resources generated.

The Institution generates revenue from the following activities

Self Aided Course Fees :Rs. 2,56,30,725/- Bioofertilizer Unit (Vermicompost) - Rs. 30,000/- Certificate Course in Vermiculture and Vermicomposting – Rs.1100/- Blood Grouping - Rs. 3,500/- Certificate Course in English - Rs. 5,000/- Commercial marketing of medicinal & ornamental plants – Rs. 10,000/- Contract Research facility -Rs. 32,000/- Industry Consultancy – Rs.1,00,000/- Green Bio-CNG - Rs. 4,800/- Quality control testing – Rs. 10,500/-


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17. Details of departments getting SAP, COSIST (ASSIST) / DST.FIST, etc. assistance/ recognition: nil

18. Community services:The University Grants Commission (1977) states that “If the University system has to discharge adequately its responsibility to the entire educational system and to the society as a whole, it must assume Extension as the third important responsibility and give it the same status as Research and Teaching”.

In lieu of the Extension activities of the University of Pune the college always has focused on making the students to feel part of the society and their role as true responsible citizens and to reach the unreached through awareness, education. Organization of rallies,lectures, campaigns, camps, surveys and other related programs through N.S.S, extramural committees and departments. Extension involves transmission of knowledge, skills and values to individuals, groups or the community at large through self learning, sensitization, setting revolutionary trends to transform the society with Yuva shakti.

Events:

Maharashtra Day was celebrated at institutional level on 1st May with the speech of “Garza Maharashtra” by Prof. R. L. Kadam.

Cleanliness Drive on Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti, a program organized as unique Baramati Pattern.

Literacy drive in Medad an adopted village under Samarth Bharath Abhyan by N.S.S.

Participation in election duties during Zilla Parishad elections has involved the entire faculty as polling officers.

Human Chain formation organised by VPASC participated by all the Colleges for “Beti Bachao Abhiyan”and was supported by Locals and Politicians.

Faculty was actively involved in organization & implementation of Vigyan Jatra, Baramati organized by Environment Forum of India, Pune Zilla Parishad. Students volunteered these events.

Public advocacy on Organic Farming to the farmer community.


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Wall paper Committee & Publicity Committee was involved in the spread of awareness of all the programs conducted by the college in media through local FM radio 90.4, Baramati, local T.V.cable network and press.

Faculty participation:

3 faculty members Dr. Ananda Gangurde , Dr. Shriram Gadkar , Prof. Vijay Kakade were the selected as Invitee speakers on popular topics and delivered (12) lectures at various colleges under extramural committee, University of Pune.

Dr. Shriram Gadkar delivered a Lecture on: “Sushikshitanchya Andhashraddha”,at ASC College, “Rashtraubharnit gadgebabanche Yogdan” at ASC College, Bhigwan

Tal. Indapur. “Saint GadgaBaba- Life and Work” at E.T. Divekar College, Varwand ,

Dist. Pune.Dr.Ananda Gangurde, Dept of Marathi, delivered on:

“Sahitya & Samaj” C.T.Bora College, Shirur, Pune Dist.

“Karmveer Bhaurao Patil”, at Arts College , Bhigwan.

“Karmveer Bhaurao Patil” at B.D.kale College, Ghodegaon,

Prof. Vijay Kakade ,Delivered a Lecture at:

M.S. Kakade College, Someshwarnagar.

D.Ed College, Koregaoun Bhima.

Subhash Kul College , Kedgaon, Daund.

Arts College, Jejuri, Dist. Pune.

Bhiravnath College Donde, Tal. Khed.

Tilak College, Pune.

Prof. Sanjay Khilare ,a faculty was the Resource person at (4) colleges under Soft skill Development program of University of Pune.


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“Ice breaking” for Orientation Programme organized by SPMM College, Sharadanagar .

“Motivation” for the Soft Skill Development Programme organized by SPMM College.

“Motivation” for Soft Skill Development Programme Organised by Waghire College ,saswad.

“Group Discussion” for Soft Skill Development Programme Organised by Arts and Commerce College, Kalamb.

It has contributed through organization & active participation delivered popular talks (18) by faculty on various social topics like National Integration, Yuva Shakti, social reformers, and social ethics.

o Prof. Rajkumar Kadam delivered a speech on ‘Swami Vivekanand” at Kaveri College, Pune.

o 2. Prof. Rajkumar Kadam delivered a public speech at Takrarwadi on Republic Day.

Prof. Rajkumar Kadam delivered a public speech on “Garja Maharashtra Maza”in Jeejau Vyakhyanmala at Bhigwan.

Prof. Rajkumar Kadam delivered a public speech on “Spandane Yuva Manachi” at Sharada Vyakhyanmala, organized by Municipal Corporation, Baramati .

Dr. Anand Gangurde, Dept of Marathi, delivered a lecture on “Samarth Bharathchya jadhanghadaneetha yuvakancha Yogadan”, at Arts, Science & Commerce College, Indapur.

Dr. Khairnar Rajendra ,Resource person on account of Hindi day 14 th Sept. 2011 appeared on Vasundhara Wahini ,F.M. Radio90.4 Vidya Pratishthan, Baramati.

Dr. Khairnar Rajendra ,Resource person and gave a lecture on “Markscism and Emerging Literature, ” at C.T. Bora College, Shirur Dist. Pune.

Dr. Shriram Gadkar delivered a Lecture on “VishvaVikkhyat Shirwadkar Vyakti Aani Wadnmay”, organized by Wadnmay Mandal and Marathi Dept.at Jaisingpur College, Shirol , Kolhapur.

Dr. Shriram Gadkar ,Resource person on account of Saint GadgaBaba Anniversary titled saint gadge Baba :Life And Work on 20 th Dec,11 appeared on Vasundhara Wahini ,F.M. Radio90.4 Vidya Pratishthan, Baramati.

Dr. Shriram Gadkar delivered a Lecture on “Reading Skills under Soft Skills Development Programme at M.S. Kakade College, Someshwarnagar Dist. Pune.

Prof Milind Kakade HOD, Psychology Dept. has delivered a Lecture on Youth Psychology at Bodake College, Phaltan.

Prof. Vijay Kakade ,Delivered a Lecture at Akhil Bharatiya Sahitya Sammelan, Baramati.

Prof. Vijay Kakade ,Delivered a Lecture at 4 th Mahatma Phule Sahitya Sammelan at Khanwadi.


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Prof. Vijay Kakade ,Delivered a Lecture at VPs Marathi Medium School

Prof. Vijay Kakade ,Delivered a Lecture at Mali Vikas Pratishthan DorleWadi.

Dr. H.S. Patil Delivered a Lecture at Shri Nageshwar Vidyalaya Shetphal Gadhe Tal. Indapur Dist Pune

Dr. H.S. Patil Delivered a Lecture at Vardhaman Vidyalaya , Walchand Nagar Tal. Indapur.

Dr. H.S. Patil Delivered a Lecture at Shri. Chhatrapati Shahoo Highschool, Baramati.

o Prof. Bhimrao More was a Resource Person in Employment and business Orientation Workshop on the topic-Self- Employment : a Need of hour at M.S. College, Someshwarnagar

Faculty contribution for aired talks (4) on youth day, Hindi day, Shivajirao Bhosale on Vasundhara Radio -90.4 FM ,Baramati.

Departmental services:

Quality control testing-Food, Wine, Water, Biofertiliser by Depts. Of Microbiology

Biogas installation , maintenance of plant by Depts. Of Microbiology.

The historical contribution of Medad by Dept. of History Remote sensing, weather forecasting by Dept. of Geography. Air, Soil ,Water and Waste Water testing by Depts. Of Microbiology and

Chemistry. Organic Farming advocacy through Dept of Biotechnology. Survey of Commercial potential of Baramati for new business ventures. Flora and fauna studies of Medad, and Baramati by Dept of Zoology,

Botany. Financial aid for the orphanage by the Dept of Sociology. “Hum Honge Kamyab” by Dept of Commerce to meet the needs of the

students with financial constraints. Development of automated sensing devices for the monitoring of green

house environment by Dept. of Electronics. Radio talks on Hindi Day, Karmaveer Bhaurao Patil & Saint Gadge Baba by

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Animal House by Dept of Biotechnology for Clinical Trial Experiments.

Effluent treatment Plant for recycling of water used in campus irrigation.

Vermicompost Unit by Dept of Zoology

Agricultural Land for field trials – equipped with Green house, herbal nursery, Nakshatra garden by Dept. Of Biotechnology.

National Service Scheme:

NSS volunteers have undertaken various activities in adopted villages and slums for community service. The activities like cleanliness drive, Shramdan, literacy drive have highlighted these activites.

19. Teachers and officers newly recruited: (05)

Prof. Rahul Todmal ,M.A. Geography, NETDr. Ramesh Deokate, Ph.D Physics (Nanotechnology)Dr. Kalpana Chandramore Ph.D. ZoologyProf. Mrunal Damale M.Sc Botany.Prof. Mangal Malshikhare M.Sc Maths ,SET

20. Teaching – Non-teaching staff ratio.

Number of Teaching Staff : 61

Number of Non-teaching Staff : 38

Ratio : 1.60 : 1

21. Improvements in the library services.

Resources:

Total No. of Books available - 49565 Total No. of Books Purchased in 2011-12 – 261

Gifted Books - 148

CD s - 309

Cassettes - 364


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Monthly Magazines - 76

Gifted magazines - 11

E-Resources:

Membership: Individual ID and Password is given to the individuals of Institution.

N-List Membership

OPAC- Online Public Access Catalog or Library e-catalogue.

Facilities:

Resource Sharing through Inflibnet Reprographic Facility

Donated book collection is accessed by the interested public freely.

New arrival Display

Training for the access of Inflibnet resources.

Autolib software use training.

22. New books / journals subscribed and their value.

Total number of books 24220 (text books), 25,345 (Reference Books) and 90 periodicals – at a total cost of Rs. 45, 53,410 (Rupees fourty five Lacs fifty three thousand four hundred and ten only).

In this academic Year the newly added are 261 (reference books) costing Rs. 74,412/- and for magazines Rs.60, 000/-

N-list subscription for the academic year with Rs.5000/- Autolib installation – Rs. 55,000/-

23. Courses in which student assessment of teachers is introduced and the action taken on student feedback.


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The courses in which student assessment of teachers is introduced are – T. Y. B. C. S. (Computer Science), M.C.S. (Master of Computer Science), T. Y. B. Sc. (Microbiology, Physics, Chemistry, Botany, Biotechnology) M. Sc. (Biotechnology, Analytical Chemistry, Microbiology), M.A.(Hindi, English, Marathi) and B.C.A.

This is done by distributing Assessment/Feedback Forms to students at regular intervals (usually, bimonthly). The students assess their teachers on the basis of certain criteria like, punctuality, regularity, lucidity in teaching, use of audio – visual methods in teaching etc. These forms are then collected and scrutinized by an autonomous committee consisting of the Hon. Principal and Heads of various departments (other than those whose teachers are being assessed). After due discussions, the teachers are briefed of their inadequacies by the committee and are asked to surmount their shortcomings.

This practice has been very successful since there is conscientious participation of the students and negligible amount of prejudice involved.

24. Feed Back from stakeholders: Regular interactions of the Principal, H.O.D.s, and faculty with the students, parents and alumni are held which help in maintaining healthy relations and to address the grievances if any and it also gives an account of the standard levels of the existing set up and motivates to upgrade wherever needed.

25. Unit cost of education.

including Salary Expenditure : Rs. 24633/-

excluding Salary Expenditure : Rs. 11257/-

26. Computerization of administration and the process of admissions and examination results, issue of certificates.

The College takes pride with the credit to the supporting staff that the entire administration procedures are made paperless, starting from submissions, admissions to results.

Online Admission to courses has been implemented. Single Window System is implemented during admissions.


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The computerization of the Institution is well equipped and the entire administration staff is proficient in their use. The entire administration work is done using computers.

Admissions are with great transparency, catered to merit, reservations as per the norms, with students of economic constraints given special lieu in fee wavering.

An extension bank counter for the fee payment and Scholarships has seen the sound operation of the exercise.

The faculty, vice-principals take part in the guidance of the students in selection of courses. The use of audio–visual aids for information disbursement is the innovation this year.

All the work related to examinations has also been computerized. Time tables for Internal and University Examinations, submission of Forms for University Examinations, and the Result Record is maintained.

Apart from this, the entire accounts of the Institution, Audit, salary record of the staff, vouchers, correspondence with all authorities, Hostel Records, I- Cards, Gymnasium and Sports Complex Records, Building maintenance Records, Essential Service Records of Faculty, Leave Record of Teaching and Non-teaching staff and Budget Head-wise Income-Expenditure Break-up is also maintained using computerized systems.

The majority of the work is carried out through networking facility. Networking also helps in economizing certain special facilities for needs like printing and photocopying of various forms and question papers, scanning of documents etc.

27. Increase in the infrastructural facilities.

Biometric Logging System: Biometric attendance system in the campus is implemented in the college for students and faculty.


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Closed Circuit Camera and CCTv Surveillance System: For Security and Surveillance.

Digitized communication Services on SMS-Eduwarta

Digital Notice Board Display: at Central Facility

ICT Facilities : Virtual Classroom and Office Automation

Functional College Web Site.

Online admission Forms, Declaration of Entrance Exams

Renovation of building and Laboratories.

Computer Access facility: The College takes pride in increasing the PCs installed to 350 in every laboratory, library, Office, Principal, and Vice-principal’s cabins with printers. Advanced Severs, UPS.

Parking facility: A parking capacity of 1000 vehicles.

Internet facility: 24 hrs wi-fi internet accessibility.

Library facility: 24 hrs access for reading. Inflibnet, E-Resources.

Hostel facility: Total 6 hostel buildings, 1500 students’ capacity UG Hostels -2 for boys and 2 for girls. This year 2 PG Hostel Buildings as per the need with well furnished wi fi accessed with the world-class amenities.

Audio-Visuals: The College is equipped with 10 LCDs, 3 OHPs, 1 slide projector, television sets, and D.V.D. player in hostels. LED T.V. for common Display of Notices.

Laboratory Equipments: Several departments have procured required equipment like Flame Photometer, Lyophilizer, Phase Contrast Microscopes with Digital Camera, Inverted Microscope, Florescence Microscope, Flow cytometer, Gene Gun, Gel-Doc, PCR UV Spectrophotometer, Anaerobic Cabinet, Biosafety cabinet with BSL 2+ , Lab Scale Fermentor, Pilot Plant Scale Fermentor, BioGas unit with compressor and scrubber, printers etc. through projects and annual budget.

Safety Facilities : All the Departments prone to any fire accidents are equipped with fire extinguishers to meet any casualty.

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Ambulance Facility: 24hr available 2 ambulances are for medical emergency.

Transport Facilities: The college has added to the list a maxi truck, tractor for gardening, waste disposal, field visits this year.

Medical facility: 2 residential doctors have been appointed in the hostels to attend to the medical needs of the students all round the clock.

Ladies Room: A spacious, independent, ladies common room with the basic amenities and ladies changing room at the gymnasium.

Rain water harvesting system.

Playground: With the increase in the users of the ground and in the light of the intense demand of sports activities from students the college authorities have taken concern in strengthening the existing facilities and increase them.

Communication Facility: The college authorities have made the entire campus to be networked with intra and inter communication system and have provided to the students, a coin box telephone system at the hostels.

Others: The College has taken initiative to have a special counter opened of the National Bank at the time of admissions ,scholarships, for any transactions

Reprographic Facilities: Xerox and Printing Facility in the campus.

Generator Back up: The College is equipped with generator back up to face any power failures connecting the hostels, office, and the labs.

Animal House: For Clinical Trial Experiments.

Biogas generation for sustainable energy in labs.

Effluent treatment Plant for recycling of water used in campus irrigation.

Vermicompost Unit was added to the existing functional units

Agricultural Land for field trials – equipped with Green house, herbal nursery, Nakshatra garden.

28. Technology up-gradation.

All the Departments in the Institution have been provided with computers and Wi-Fi. There are 350 PC systems, Dell Servers with operating systems


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Windows, Linux, and Bio Informatics Software such as Proteome calculator, C-path, gene Decipher, BLAST, and RASMOL, in the College, updated antivirus, hawking detectors, and plagiarism detecting software.

The Office has installed an ultra high speed, efficient photocopy Machine to meet the printing demand during the exams.

The College has equipped itself with a big screen LED Television set for common notice display at the administration section.

Biometric Logging system at college premises, library, hostels is implemented.

The Eduwarta information system was implemented through group SMS.

The Science Departments have procured digital cameras, video-cams for photography of field visits, project observations.

English Language Laboratory: The Institution has a state-of-the-art English Language Laboratory consisting of 20 dedicated booths of ACEN Classical Language Lab (I. T. Version) to develop pronunciation skills of students in English. The lab also has an audio – visual system (DVD player and a colour television set) to show some literary films and plays. Up gradation for Certificate course in English.

The Hostels are all equipped with Wi-Fi Internet Facility for student access, televisions and D.V.D. players for entertainment and even a generator back up.

29. Computer and Internet access and training to teachers and students.

Computers are now no longer frills of luxury but have become vital in any system. The educational system is no exception to this. The Institution has also recognized the worth of the Internet or the World Wide Web as a source of incredible amount of information. To give ready entrée to the students to


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this information, the Institution has set up a Central Internet Facility in the Library.22 dedicated computers are set up to provide incessant Internet browsing facility to students.

All the Departments are equipped with sufficient number of PC s as per the student strength along with Wi-Fi and Printing facility.

The Social networking sites are blocked to prevent misuse and are controlled by Team viewer.

Centralized LAN Facility.

Self sustenance in central management and troubleshooting of the computers managed by Dept of Computer Science.

All the Office staff is made accessible to Internet usage to update the administration from all corners of technology advancement.

A mass move of inducing the use of e-mail by all the students is carried out to make in future the tradition of informing about all notices through SMS and e-mail.

The faculty has initiated the use of internet and mobiles for reference material distribution, practical modules & other notifications.

The administrative staff is trained to be highly efficient in computer data management, storage, retrieval, sharing, and networking.

The faculty is trained to use the N-list, e-resources by conducting orientation sessions by the librarian & Dept. of Computer Sciences.

30. Financial aid to students.

Karma veer Bhaurav Patil Earn & learn Scheme: Rs. 1, 15,000/- has been disbursed to 46 students.


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Various Scholarships like the Eklavya merit Scholarship, Savitribai Phule merit scholarships for girls, Reservation scholarships and other scholarships of various social, charitable organizations are provided to the students.

Category Scholarships- Rs. 18,40,600/-

Freeships – Rs. 1.30,000/-

Meritscholarships – Rs. 2,15,000/-

The Institution scholarships in the form of fee concessions, relaxations, and hostel admissions for the meritorious, needy students have been initiated.

31. Activities and support from the alumni association.

The Alumni supports the activities of the Institution in various ways and capacities.

Free guidance, lectures are given by Alumni to students pertaining to various issues and there is active support from the Alumni for placement of fresh graduates- 6 Lectures

Spontaneous support in the form of Cash Prizes for various events Rs. 2000/- The alumni of the Department of Biotechnology, Computer Sciences have

taken initiative for participating in the annual Fests and interact with the juniors and provide guidance.

Support for Placement of students -7 students

32. Actvities & support from the Parent Teacher Association :

3 interactive sessions were arranged by IQAC & parent teacher Association committee during this year which was the most influential and appreciated activity by Peer team visit of NAAC reaccreditation.

33. Health services.

The Institution has set up a Medical Committee, which conducts annual health check-ups according to the guidelines laid down by the University of Pune.


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The Institution has also made arrangement for physicians, Specialists to conduct regular visits to hostels. There is provision for Medical Centre in each Hostel with sick room and First – Aid kit. 2 resident doctors have been appointed to meet the needs all round the clock. First aid kits are installed at all depts which are also equipped with firefighting equipment.

Regular water testing is done by the Microbiology laboratory for assuring the potability.

Reverse osmosis water filters are provided at all hostels, staff rooms for provision of safe water.

Blood group testing of newly admitted students is done and database is created with a mention in the I-Card to meet any casualty.

Anemia Awareness, medication and treatment is provided to all the students by Medicos.

The Rui Government Rural Hospital which is nearby provides free treatment and medication to students. The Red Cross Society’s Blood Bank in Baramati provides blood to students in cases of emergency at discount.

Ambulance Facility – The college is equipped with 2 ambulance vans with advance life support equipment and supported by full time drivers and nurses.

Transport in case of emergency is handled with the college having vehicles round the clock are at a quick reach.

34. Performance in Sports activities.

The college in the Academic year has seen several sports persons emerging as winners at National & State level Tournaments spanning several events and has beveled response in participation by many students in the college annual sports events. The gyms with world class infrastructure and facility was further enriched this year with sports kits, equipment and other amenities.The Physical Director Prof. Dinesh Sarode, was actively involved in motivating the students and also has delivered lectures on several relevant topics at National, State Level, University level & at colleges.


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He was also the member of Selection committees, and Judge of various sport events held at National, State level, University level and Intercollegiate level. He has presented research paper & attended International, National conferences to embrace the new developments in the sports field.The faculty and the Sports committee take all efforts to involve students in physical activity as the present youth is more inclined to spend their time as techies.

Awards conferred by the students:

Bronze medal at Boxing – Interuniversity Tournament (Boys) by Mr. Talwad Mohit & Mr. Pawar Nilesh.

Bronze medal-Javeline Throw - Intercollegiate competition Ms. Dhal Sonali

Runners-up- Intercollegiate Power Lifting Tournament – Girls held at Shirur, Pune.

Best Player of the college:

To encourage the students to be active in sports and appreciate the contribution of students at several events the college awards the best player every year for the sports person who was active in sports.

Mr. Swapnil Chandgude was the best player of the year.

Events Organized:

Intercollegiate Competition of Kendo (sword Fighting) for girls was organized by the physical education Dept.

Annual Sports fest was conducted by organizing Body Building, Rifle shooting, Cross country fencing, athletic events.

Participation:


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National level- representation: Mr. Kale Mahesh – Javeline throw Ms. Kamble Charusheela – High jump Ms.Hegde Tejal – Power lifting

University level selection: (12) Mr. Raysoni Praful – Boxing Mr.Dhamdere Shrikant – Kendo Mr. Mhetre Pallavi – Kendo Ms. Jamdade Anuradha – Kendo Ms. Kable Charusheela – high Jump Mr. Kale Mahesh – Javeline throw Mr. Chikane Priyanka – Power lifting Ms. Kumbhar Tejaswini – Power lifting Ms. Dal Sonali – Power Lifting Ms. Jadhav Prajakta - – Power Lifting Ms. Hegde Tejal - – Power Lifting Mr. Thaware Vinod – Body Building

Inter collegiate level Competitions in Boxing, Weight lifting, Judo , Wrestling, Body building, Khokho- Khokho , Kabaddi , Cross country.

Faculty Contribution: Prof. Dinesh Sarode, Physical Director

Judge at Senior National Body Building Championship 2011 organized by Body Builders Association, Bangalore, in Collaboration with Jaya Karnataka and S. Mutthappa Raj Sports Foundation in Bangalore.

Advisor for Maharashtra Body Builders Association Judge at All India Body Building Competition to select Junior Mr. India

and Mastershree and differently abled Mastershree organized by All India Body Building Association.

Member Of Selection Committee for Inter University Fencing Competition.

Participation at 6th International Conference on “Mind Beyond-A Traditional Yogic Approach” organized by The Lonavala Yoga Institute (India).

Participation at National Congress in “Physical Activity Fitness And Health”organized by Dept. Of Physical Education, University Of Pune and presented a Paper on “The Role of Foot and Footwear in Sports”.

Elected Member of Interuniversity Boxing for Girls and Boys organized by Bharatiya Jain Sanghatana College Wagholi, Dist. Pune

Elected Member of Inter University Power Lifting and body Building for Girls and Boys, at C.T. Bora College, Shirur Dist. Pune.


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Judge at State Level Body building Competion “Maharashtra Shree Senior” and a member of Body Building Association, held at Sangamner.

35. Incentives to outstanding sport-persons.

The incentives provided to sports-persons are as follows:

Free hostel facility Free Book – Bank facility Provision of required sports aid like shoes, racquets, shuttles, colors (T –

shirts) etc., free of cost Provision of TA/DA Free admission (freeships) Cash prizes Best player award Concession in Exam Schedule

36. Student achievements and awards:

U.P.S.C. 2011- Ms. Tejaswini Satpute - has cleared in the first attempt and was

selected for I . P. S.

CSIR NET qualified Students: ( 10) in Life Sciences

Mr. Sameer Salunkhe- JRF - 32Ms. Anagha Gurjar- JRF - 48Ms. Anushri Chaphalkar – J RF - 67Mr. Waghul Abhipradnya- JRF - 98Mr. Kamble Nitin - JRF - 108Mr. Langarkhade Prateek- LS - 24Ms. Hadavale kavita - LS - 29Ms. Bhoite Ashwini- LS - 30Mr. Deshmukh Amit LS - 39

Ms. Bhise Neha- LS

GATE ( Life Sciences) Qualified students: ( 06)

Mr. Wahul Abhipradnya Mr. Kambale Nitin Ms. Bhise Neha Mr. Suhas Gore Mr. Madrewar Sagar


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Ms.Patankar Kalyani

TIFR Exam Qualified students:

Ms. Tandale Aditi, Ms. Mane Asha

Chartered accountant - Mr. Sandeep Chandgude

I.C.W.A - Ms. Sadhana Guldagad

Excellence at University Level:

Mr. Malvadkar Atul- Ranked I st in 2011 M.Sc in “Analytical Chemistry” under Pune University .

Ms. Prajakta Yadav – Ranked 2nd at T.Y.B.Sc 2010 in University Exams in Botany.

Admission to National Institutes:

The B.Sc. Graduate students passed out from Dept of Biotechnology are admitted for Post Graduate Degree through All India Entrance Examinations conducted by Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), New Delhi, M.S.Baroda University, Madhurai Kamaraj University, Bose Institute, Kolkata, I.I.M.

The passed out PG students are selected and taken admission in various Research

Institutes/ Universities for Ph.D. Research work on merit scholarships.

Sr. No.

Name Institute Name

1 Ms. Chaphalkar Anushree

Indian Institute of Science Education & Research, Pune

2 Mr. Kambale Nitin

National Institute of Plant Genomics, New Delhi

3 Mr. Lagarkande Pratik

UMAS, USA

4 Ms. Gurjar Anagha

CDRI, Luknow

5 Mr.Salunke Sameer

ACTRAC, Mumbai


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Other Acheivements:

Mr. Abhishek Aher, Ms. Ira Padhye, Ms. Momin Karishma, Ms. Kharche Shalmali of S.Y.B.Sc Biotechnology, were qualified and selected at University Level for Avishkar 2011-12 organised by University Of Pune and were also awarded “Certificate Of Excellence For Meritorius Performance in Basic Sciences, Pure Science category.

Ms. Amrutha Dhumal, M.Sc Analytical Chemistry, presented a poster in National Conference at Indapur College, Indapur.

Mr. Pawar Ganesh, T.Y.B.C.A , Mr. Ubale Rahul, S.Y.B.C.A. won the 2nd prize in Problem Solving with coding and debugging at Intercollegiate competition for CSAW , Programming contest held by VP’s Commerce & Science college , Indapur.

Mr. Dhere Nikhil, S.Y.B.sc got the consolation prize in MCQ in CSAW programming contest at intercollegiate competition

37. Activities of the Guidance and Counseling unit.

In view of the increased number of career options that a student can have after graduation, and the vast majority of the students coming from rural background having little or no information about the various options, the Institution has set up a Career Guidance Cell. Members of this Cell included staff from various streams and subjects.

Competitive Exam cell is active in guiding students to various entrances which have seen this year 20 with outstanding performance.

Inspiring lectures by young I.A.S. , I.P.S officers , resource persons, alumni & leaders are regularly arranged by all the departments to make the students visualize the career opportunities available.

IPR, RTI, Patenting oriented sessions by experts were organized under Star College Program for P.G. students

Quiz, Group Discussions, Seminars, Aptitude Tests, General knowledge are conducted by the departments regularly.


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Library facilitates the conducive atmosphere through its resources and night study hours.

Keeping in view the great number of hostellers, staying far away from home, the Institution initiated the Care - taker System.

The Hostel Committee members periodically visit the students and offer counseling as and when required.

Vidyadeep 2011- 12 had included the theme of career opportunities as centre focus.

38. Placement services provided to students:

The Placement cell of the college catalyzes campus interviews from companies like Microbax, Hyderabad, Serum Institute, Pune , Zenith software, Haffkine biopharma, Mumbai to name a few. The effort of all departments and the cell has provided avenues to the passed out students of College with a good track record. The following students are placed by this assistance this year in various industries/ Companies/ Institutes.

M. C. S. – The Department of Computer Sciences creates a Placement Brochure of students appearing for the last semester of M. C. S. and sends them to various industries. These industries arrange for Aptitude Tests and / or Campus Interviews, which the students attend. Depending upon the results of the tests/interviews, the short-listed students are then selected by the respective company. This year the dept. had 60% successful placement at Wipro & other Software firms, Zenith software.

M. Sc (Biotechnology) – The first off- University campus course has 100% placement record at Serum Institute, Pune which conducts campus interviews annually. Serum Institute, pune , Haffkine biopharma, Maharashtra Hybrid Seeds company, Jalana, Bejo Shital Seeds, Aurangabad, Sahyadri Agro Ltd., Baramati.

T.Y.B.Sc Microbiology students have been recruited at Cipla, Emcure Pharma, Wochardt Biopharma, Reliance Life Sciences, Schreiber Dynamix Dairy, etc.


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T.Y.B.Sc Chemistry students had been recruited by Schreiber Dynamix Dairy, Kalyani Steels, Bilt Graphics & Paper ltd. etc.

T.Y.B.Sc Physics students have been recruited at Kirloskar Cummins, Kirloskar Pneumatics, Indian Seamless Pvt.LTd.

39. Development programmes for non-teaching staff. (13)

Members of the non – teaching staff are advised to attend various seminars, group – discussions and conferences in the college and other colleges and in University.(09)

Ms. Jyoti Jagtap , clerical staff has been awarded with M.A. degree in Hindi in service.

Some of them are attempting SET & NET exams with support & guidance from the Faculty(04)

The Office Support staff has been given training in website creating, uploading and maintenance.(22)

The efforts of IQAC have helped in conducting orientation session of various group insurance policies for the personal and medical benefits.

The Office- staff, Laboratory staff had undertaken the training and was actively involved in the Pune Zillah Parishad elections conducted in Baramati taluqa. Mr. Nitin Sawant, the office support staff was specially selected for the uploading and computerization in Pune Zillah Parishad elections.(57)

They are provided free Computer Training by the Department of Computer Sciences. The college also organizes Training workshops. (04)

Staff welfare committee organizes trips which help in relieving the work pressure and to equalize any pluralities.(02)

The campus with its residential quarters facilitates accommodation to many nonteaching staff. The Financial crisis situations with any of the staff members are immediately met at institutional level.(43)

40. Healthy practices of the institution.(10)

Introspection is an important tool in personality development. Knowledge of one’s shortcomings, consequences of irrational thinking, power of team


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spirit can only come from introspection. This is realized by all the members of our Team.

IQAC was instrumental in conducting a session of assessment criteria in API for the faculty by the Dr.Arun Adsool, The Principal.

Peer Group lectures, Guest Lectures of Visionaries, group discussions with corporate personnel are frequently organized to enhance and update ourselves.

Lectures on Tax Management, Insurance, patenting are organized for faculty and supporting staff.

Insurance Facility is provided to the students by the Board of Student Welfare, BCUD, and UOP.

Vidya Pratishthan Foundation day was celebrated with participation of the management and all the institutions feasted with lunch.

The Staff members also frequently organize Cultural Activities, Sports Activities, Brain Storming Sessions and family get-togethers. The staff represented in the annual cultural program of Vidya Pratishtan lead by the principal through Kawali, and patriotic songs.

Spontaneous Fund – Raising is another activity which deserves special mention. The members of the staff come together in times of crises and raise funds for the needy. Free ships and scholar ships for the students with financial constrains, meritorious, physically challenged, of Ex-servicemen, reservation candidates,

Day Celebrations is channelized through Ladies Association and staff welfare Committee for birthdays, special achievements, and women’s day.

41. Linkages developed with National / International, academic / Research bodies.

The College is actively linked with 123 organizations & NGOs for the collaboration in the fields of academic programs, placements, research, social events, extension activities and communal services.


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MOUs with international organizations like Agricultural University of Okayama, Japan, Biotechnology Research Centre, Bangkok, Thailand.

The STAR COLLEGE Program funded by DBT for the enrichment of the undergraduate life Sciences departments was extended for one more year

The Institution has linkages with academic, research and industrial organizations of repute. These include National Chemical Laboratory, Serum Institute, Pune, University of Pune and Biocon Ltd., Bangalore.

The Institution has earned linkages with Dept. of Forestry, Govt of Maharashtra and Ministry of Agriculture, Govt. of India through projects.

The Institution has also been successful in linking with the Department of Biotechnology (DBT), Ministry of Science and Technology, New Delhi, National Research Centre for Medicinal & Aromatic Plants, Gujarat, Vaze Kelkar Institute Mumbai The institution has successfully established strong links with the MIDC companies in Baramati for visits, consultancy and placements.

42. Action taken report on AQAR of the previous year:

The NAAC had appreciated it and was suggested to display it online which has been implemented.

43. Any other relevant information the institution wishes to add. The College Magazine has bagged successively for three years the Best

Magazine award by the University.

The campus was vibrant, enthusiastic and inspired throughout the year by the Dignitaries of International and National repute

Dr. Suman Rawat, Scientist and Rutgers University of New York. Dr. Rose Mary Douglas, U.K. Dr. Sandip Kale, Associate Professor, Dept. of Biotechnology, Institute of

Chemical Technology, Mumbai. Dr. K.C. Bansal, Director, NBPGR (National Board of Plant Genomic

Resources), New Delhi Dr. G. P. Rao, Principal Scientist, Divi. Of Plant Pathology, IARI, New

Delhi. Dr. Niranjan Mishra, Senior Scientist, HSADL (IVRI), Bhopal.


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Dr. G. M. Bhogle, Microbax Ltd, Hyderabad. Dr. Rahul Deshpande, a leading pediatrics on co orthodontist, and a

visiting faculty of Bharati Vidyapeeth, Pune Dr. Rajan Garge, Head, Ex-vice Principal, Govt. Institute of sciences,

Aurangabad. Dr. Kamlesh Karle, a leading entrepreneur in Agribiotehncology. Dr. Sunita Deshpande, Govt. Medical College, Mumbai. Dr. Amol Saptnekar, Leading consultant in patenting, Pune. Mr. Saurabh Kadam, Pune Dr. A. M. Deshmukh Professor and Head, Dept. of Microbiology, Dr.

Babasaheb Ambedkar Marathwada University, Aurangabad. Dr. M.V. Deshpande, NCL, Pune. Dr. S. N. Suryavanshi, (Dy. Commissioner, Disease Investigation

Section, Aundh, Pune. Dr. V. V. Datar, Head, IARI Regional Station, Pune Dr. Urmila Kulkarni Professor, Center of Bioinformatics, UOP. Dr. Sudeep Balan, Scientist-B, National Institute of Virology, Pune Dr. D. M. Sawant, Principal, LMK Coll. Of Agriculture, Sangali Dr. S. S. Tongaonkar, Consultant Veterinary Biologicals, Pune Mr. Nishad Despande, CSIR Unit for Research and Development of

Information Products (URDIP) , Pune Mr. Uday Nehete, Contract Research Organization, Mumbai Dr. Sudhakar Jadhavar, Dean, Commerce Faculty, UOP Dr. K.C. Mohite, Dean ,Science Faculty UOP Dr. Sanjay Chakane, Scientist , Nanotechnology Dr. Keshav Deshmukh, Head, Dept Of Marathi ,UOM Mr. Prabhakar Karandikar, IAS

PART C: Outcomes achieved by the end of the year

The college was reaccredited by NAAC with A grade 3.38 GPA. Satisfactory achievement of the set goals and objectives Implementation of biometry technology. Automation of all Official procedures E-resource enhancement in the library.


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Transparency in admissions & Examinations fulfilling the RTI Undertaken interdisciplinary courses through star college programs. Strong Research temper developed through projects. Funding generated through several research agencies and industria. Successful implementation of ICT at all spheres. Successful implementation of Autolib, Inflibnet & OPAC in library. Enlightment of social issues through extension activities. Serving the community through focus driven services Spirit of competence ignited through competitions. Motivation and guidance for career advancement, placements

through lectures, workshops, campus interviews.

Part D: Plans of the HEI for the next year

The Institution has the dreams which it foresees to implement in next year-

To initiate new Degree Courses (M. Sc. Biochemistry, M. Sc Biophysics, B.Sc Nanosciences, M.C.A).To initiate at least one subject at Special Level.

To increase international publications. (at least 05 more)

To enhance Support schemes through FIST marching towards Excellence.

To attract more research projects from various funding agencies for generating self – sustainability and attaining research credibility.(at least 05 more)

To promote Faculty to be acknowledged with Higher Learning Institutes in India and Abroad.

To successfully organize a National / International level Conference / Symposium / Seminar and invite the best in the field.( at least 05)

To increase participation in Sports Events. (At least 20 at national events)

To enhance global visibility and competence. (At least 10 % more activities)

Complete automation of the book issuing process in the library functioning.


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To improve the linkages with industria, academic institutes, and research organizations. (At least 10 more)

To put thrust on smart class rooms. (100 %)

To maximize the use of intellect, resources and facilities by collaborations. (At least 10 % more)

To bring transparency with the stakeholders and students. ( 100 % )

To cater community interactions for constructive purpose (10 % more).

The Principal, Dr. Arun Adsool with his team catalysed by the IQAC foster these thoughts of excellence which are the landmarks for our journey in the past and in future.

“Excellence can be obtained If you:

……….Care more than what others think is wise;

………….. Risk more than what others think is safe;

………… Dream more than what others think is practical;

……….. Expect more than what others think is possible.”

“We should not judge people by their peak of Excellence, but by the distance they have travelled from the point where they started.”

…. H.W. Beecher

We urge to reach the Excellence through the path not measured by distance but by the aspirations culminated in this Journey . Harnessing


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the World class infrastructure facilitated by the management with rural community service as motto is the thrust focus.

We aspire to develop the potential and passion to generate, disseminate and preserve Knowledge to meet the World’s great challenges more creatively and effectively.

PROF. NILIMA PAWAR DR. ARUN ADSOOL

PROF. NEELIMA DEVI CHAIRMAN, IQAC

CO-ORDINATORS, IQAC.


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