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Socio-Economically Disadvantaged Groups (SEDG) Cell

Promoting inclusive education and support for marginalized communities.

SEDG Overview
About the SEDG Cell

The SEDG Cell is an institutional initiative to address the academic and socio-economic needs of students from marginalized communities. This includes SC/ST, OBC, EWS, religious minorities, differently-abled individuals, and students from rural and tribal regions.

The cell ensures a supportive and inclusive environment by implementing policy, providing mentorship, financial aid awareness, and a robust grievance redressal system.

Objectives of the SEDG Cell
  • Empower students from socio-economically disadvantaged backgrounds.
  • Ensure equity and access in higher education.
  • Provide mentoring and psychological support.
  • Disseminate information on scholarships and government welfare schemes.
  • Establish a discrimination-free and inclusive learning environment.
Core Functions of the SEDG Cell
  1. Conduct orientation programs and bridge courses for first-generation learners.
  2. Facilitate remedial coaching for academically weak students.
  3. Organize workshops and awareness programs on career, health, and rights.
  4. Collaborate with NGOs, industry experts, and social organizations.
  5. Implement policies as per UGC/NEP 2020 for disadvantaged groups.
SC/ST CELL

Welcome to SC/ST CELL

Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST) have been identified as the two most backward groups of Indian society. They include all the castes, races or tribes, which have been socially, economically, and educationally backward. The cell has been established to support and bring students from these communities into the mainstream.

The SC/ST Cell of the college was established with the purpose of empowering SC/ST students. The college takes a special interest in facilitating financial support to these students from government agencies and other sources. They are also encouraged to enroll in career orientation programs that equip them with the necessary skills to choose a suitable career.

Objectives

  • 1. To counsel and guide SC/ST students for academic and personal development.
  • 2. To ensure a safe and secure environment for all SC/ST students.
  • 3. To provide prompt counseling during emotional emergencies.
  • 4. To redress grievances of SC/ST students through proper mechanisms.
  • 5. To ensure constitutional protections and reservations.
  • 6. To arrange special opportunities to promote career growth.
  • 7. To spread awareness about government and UGC scholarships.
  • 8. To implement follow-up measures as prescribed by UGC and Govt. of India.

Members

S.No Name Designation Position
1 Dr. P. Chinniah HOD/ECE Chairperson
2 Mr. M. Vijayanand Assistant Professor Convener
3 Mr. J. John Santhosh Kumar PRO Member
4 Ms. P. Deboral Student Member
5 Ms. S. Sathya Banu Student Member
SEDG Cell Committee Members
Sl. No Name Designation Role Conduct Number Email id
1Dr. T. Manvel Raj PrincipalChairperson9994504731principal@stjoseph.ac.in
2Fr. I. Sengol AdministratorMember Secretary8675839834admin@stjoseph.ac.in
3Dr. M. Navaneetha KrishnanProfessor & Head/ Department of CSESenior Professor9840396564mnksjce@gmail.com
4Ms. S. Jackulin AshaProfessor & Head / Department of AI&DSConvenor Internal Complaint Committee7598874202jackulinashags@gmail.com
5Dr. P. Arokiya PrasadAssociate professorIQAC Coordinator8056057051iqac@stjoseph.ac.in
6Mr. M. Vijay Anand MarimuthuAssistant Professor / Department of Mechanical EngineeringSC/ST Representative9790146728Vijayanand1975@gmail.com
7Dr. C. Gopinath Associate professor & Head / Department of Mechanical EngineeringOBC Representative7845992376gopinath@stjoseph.ac.in
8Mr. D. Sahaya Rahin Final Year AI&DS Student Member 8015913009sagayarahin@gmail.com
9Mr. T. Kingsly HarshFinal Year CSEStudent Member8056730468tkingslyharsh2004@gmail.com
Grievance Redressal Mechanism

Students belonging to socio-economically disadvantaged backgrounds can raise their concerns or complaints via the grievance portal or in-person with the SEDG Cell Convenor.

  • All complaints are treated confidentially.
  • Grievances are addressed within 15 working days.
  • An escalation mechanism exists for unresolved issues.

Submit Grievance

Contact Information

If you need any assistance or information regarding the SEDG Cell, feel free to contact us:

  • Mr. M. Vijay Anand Marimuthu
  • Assistant Professor / Department of Mechanical Engineering
  • Email:sedg@stjoseph.ac.in
  • +91 97901 46728
  • Office: Room No. 204, Admin Block, St. Joseph College of Engineering
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