SC / ST Cell

ABOUT SC / ST Cell

SC/ST Cell was established in School of Arts and Science, Vinayaka Mission's Research Foundation - Deemed to be University (VMRF-DU), Av campus, Chennai to take care of the welfare of the SC/ST students and staff members. It is a facilitating center for SC/ST students and staff members to provide representations to the university and the Government.

Objectives

To implement, monitor continuously, and evaluate the reservation policy in the University and plan measures for ensuring effective implementation of the policy and programmers of the Government of India.

Functioning of SC/ST Cell

The SC/ST Cell was established in the university to coordinate with the university authorities in the implementation of the various policies and programs launched by the State Government and the UGC for the benefit of the SC/ST students It also undertakes activities to develop awareness among the SC/ST students, especially from the rural areas. The staffs of the Cell are actively engaged in coordinating and solving the problems in matters of admissions. They also announce details of government scholarships and fellowships through circulars to the SC/ST students. The Cell concentrates on the accommodation of men and women students in hostels.

Grievance Redressal

The SC/ST students can approach the Coordinator of the Cell to redress any of their grievance(s) regarding academic, administrative, or social problems. The Coordinator often meets the concerned students, to understand their problem, takes necessary action, and/or renders them necessary advice/help to resolve the matter.