Support, Guidance, and Growth: Transforming Lives through Mentoring and Counselling.
The journey of students extends beyond academics; it encompasses personal development, emotional well-being, and career preparedness.
Two critical components that support students throughout this journey are mentoring and counselling. Both practices are designed to enhance
the educational experience, provide guidance, and address various challenges faced by students. Understanding their roles, benefits, and
implementation can offer valuable insights into how they contribute to a more supportive and successful academic environment.
MENTORING
Mentoring is a relationship-based approach where experienced professors, known as mentors, provide guidance, support, and advice to students,
known as mentees. This relationship is built on mutual respect and trust, and it aims to facilitate personal and professional development.
Roles and Benefits:
1. Guidance: Faculty member who act as mentors are allotted 15 students as mentees. Mentors offer valuable insights and advice on academic
and career-related matters, helping mentees navigate their paths effectively.
2. Skill Development: Through mentoring, students gain practical skills and knowledge that are essential for their personal and professional growth.
3. Career Exploration: Mentors assist mentees in exploring career options, setting goals, and planning for the future, enhancing career readiness.
4. Networking: Mentors often introduce mentees to professional networks, opening doors to opportunities that might otherwise be inaccessible.
5. Personalised guidance: Our college admits 75% of rural students. More than 90% students are first generation degree learners. Rural students and first-generation degree learners often face unique challenges. Mentors provide essential academic guidance, career counselling, and financial advice, helping bridge educational and resource gaps. Tailored and culturally sensitive mentoring fosters resilience and success, empowering these students to achieve their goals and overcome obstacles.
Impact on Students: Mentoring enhances students’ academic performance, boosts their confidence, and prepares them for their future careers. By providing a supportive and nurturing environment, mentoring helps students overcome challenges and achieve their full potential. Many rural students have completed their degree successfully and has become the first graduate in their family. Many women students have completed their course successfully and are pursuing higher education and few are placed in renowned companies.
COUNSELLING
Counselling involves professional assistance aimed at helping individuals manage personal, academic, and emotional challenges. Counsellors provide a safe and confidential space where individuals can discuss their issues, explore solutions, and receive support.
Counselling partner
The college has entered a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Trust for Youth and Children's Leadership (TYCL), a nonprofit organization committed to empowering young people. This collaboration provides students with essential support services, including emotional counselling, addiction management, and assistance for those experiencing suicidal thoughts. Students are advised to meet doctors for further help. By partnering with TYCL, the college aims to offer comprehensive resources to help students navigate academic and personal challenges while promoting overall well-being and resilience.
Timing
The college counselling centre will be opened on all Tuesdays from 10am – 4pm.
Students who wish to utilize this service can contact the coordinator
Roles and Benefits
1. Emotional Support: Counsellors provides a supportive environment for individuals to express and work through their emotions, reducing stress and anxiety.
2. Problem-Solving: Counsellors help individuals identify problems, develop coping strategies, and make informed decisions to address their concerns.
3. Academic Guidance: Counsellors supports students in managing academic pressures, improving study habits, and other related issues.
4. Personal Growth: Counsellors assist individuals in personal development areas such as self-esteem, relationship management, and life skills.
5. Deaddiction: Counsellors offer comprehensive addiction recovery services, including targeted emotional support for students. Confidentiality will be maintained throughout, ensuring a safe and supportive environment for addressing and overcoming substance use challenges.
Impact on Students
Counselling enhances students’ mental health, improves their academic performance, and supports their overall well-being. By addressing emotional and psychological issues, counselling helps students build resilience and cope with life’s challenges. Nearly 100 students have used these services so far and were benefitted.
Holistic Support System: By integrating mentoring and counselling, educational institutions create a comprehensive support system that addresses both the academic and personal needs of students. This holistic approach ensures that students receive the necessary guidance and support to thrive academically, professionally, and personally.
Members of the committee
Convenor
Dr. N. Gnanambigai., HOD., Computer Science
Members
1. Dr. Z. Nihmathullah, HOD., Business Administration
2. Dr. K. Balaji@Mathimaran., HOD., Commerce
3. Dr. P. Selvaraju., HOD., Cooperative Management
