Study Centers

The Clubs, Associations, Cells and Committees in ST PAULS COLLEGE are envisioned to be a platform for the students to showcase their talents, organizational skills and to work in a team to meet the challenges of the latest emerging trends in this competitive world. They function throughout the year and make available adequate support services to the students and staff of the college

Study Centers

Buddha Study Centre

Buddhism ranks as one of the greatest peace-loving religions not only in Asia but all over the world. It insists upon values of knowledge and evil of ignorance. Buddhism enjoys the glory of having rightly judged the intrinsic greatness of man’s capacity to work out his salvation, thus stressing the power of the individual to pursue excellence. Buddha Study Centre at ST PAULS aims to instil the core values of Buddhism like one’s concern for the welfare of man to eliminate human suffering and misery and to lead the society towards integrity and dignity of existence.

Objectives

1. To introduce to students the traditional mantras of Buddhism which encapsulates the meaning of non-violence, forgiveness and good actions.
2. To help students understand and assimilate the journey of Buddha in his enlightenment.
3. To help students in developing value-based lifestyles of Buddhism.
4. To assist students in de-addiction techniques and help them focus on the path of righteousness.

Coordinator

Ms Elizabeth- 85240 77519
Ms Lincy- 97387 10164

Gandhi Study Centre

Gandhi Study Centre aims to uphold the ideals of the Father of the Nation, Mahatma Gandhi. The Centre explores the relevance of Gandhian ideology in the present world through seminars, workshops, lectures and exhibitions. Premised on the conviction that Gandhiji’s philosophy has perennial relevance, the Centre’s continuous effort will be to locate his ideology in this day and age and catalyze the awareness that it is the answer to the present crisis. The Centre’s sustained thrust will be to analyze study and inculcate in young people Gandhian ethics and the principles of truth, nonviolence and self-discipline. Gandhiji’s ideology has influenced myriad spheres of human experience: politics, economics, education, nation-building etc. It will also provide opportunities to critically interrogate these ideas, and disseminate them, exploring at the same time, Gandhiji’s relevance as a leader, motivator, nation-builder and role model.

Objectives

1. To offer suitable courses on Gandhian thought
2. To hold lectures, seminars, symposia, workshops, quiz and training programmes of Gandhism and its contemporary relevance
3. To sponsor and publish research studies on Gandhism and its contemporary relevance
4. To bring out suitable publications to promote Gandhian values
5. To celebrate/remember the birth and death anniversaries of Mahatma Gandhi in meaningful ways
6. To network with like-minded organizations in promoting Gandhian values

Coordinator

Ms. Savithri. C- 89713 34436
Ms Greeshma- 80897 79317

Swami Vivekananda Study Centre

ST PAULS COLLEGE established Swami Vivekananda Study Centre during the academic year 2018-19 to impart the ideas and thoughts of Vivekananda to students, teachers and the community. The centre endeavors to serve the people strictly without any bias of caste, color, race, religion and sex. It also aims to create a spirit of service and sacrifice among the youths, and promote character-building ideas of Vivekananda.

Objectives

1. To actualise the fundamental educational ideas of Swami Vivekananda
2. To create opportunities for research and education in the disciplines of spiritual studies, arts and sciences
3. To motivate students to present research papers and articles in various seminars and conferences
4. To have a Certificate course on Swami Vivekananda's Philosophy
5. To create employable youth and enlightened citizens

Action Plan

1. Orientation on Swami Vivekananda’s philosophy of education to the students
2. Essay writing and Debate competitions
3. Outreach ProgramsGuest talk on Swami Vivekananda’s views
4.Workshop for students about the importance of Yoga

Coordinator

Mr Gowtham V.- 98806 86455
Ms. Sumathi-98867 78851

Ambedkar Study Centre

Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar, one of the greatest models and a visionary of our Nation, is a source of inspiration to the people of India, especially the downtrodden and the poor. Ambedkar struggled against all the socio-cultural, economic and political forces throughout his life. His life and work had a great impact on the masses and touched every aspect of our society. Ambedkar Study centre at ST PAULS creates awareness and keeps alive the vision and ideas of Dr B R Ambedkar. The centre gives opportunities to students to understand the ideas and philosophies to which this great person stood for.

Objectives

1. To promote the ideology of Dr. Ambedkar by conducting seminars, workshops and extension lectures.
2. To acquaint the students with Ambedkar’s vision, life and philosophy.
3. To Inspire students with Ambedkar’s activities as a builder of Modern India.
4. To encourage students to contribute and participate for social progress irrespective of all sorts of discriminations.

Activities

1. Organizing Seminars, workshops and guest lecturers.
2. Exhibitions on Ambedkar and his works.
3. Screening of documentaries and movies.
4. Discussions on ideas of Ambedkar.

Coordinator

Ms Ananya-63604 16211
Ms Kukku-75102 51775

Yoga Centre

Today, Yoga is popular across the globe, because of its efficacy in the management of mental and emotional distress and providing a feeling of well-being. Yoga is an Art and Science of healthy living. The term Yoga is derived from the Sanskrit root ‘YUJ’, meaning ‘to join’ or ‘to yoke’ or ‘to unite’, indicating a perfect harmony between the mind and body, man and nature. The aim of Yoga is Self-Realization, to overcome all kinds of sufferings leading to ‘the state of liberation’.

Considering the importance of Yoga awareness and practice, ST PAULS COLLEGE has initiated yoga centre to enhance the overall improvement of quality of life, physical fitness, work output, memory performances and concentration of Paulites.

Objectives

1. To help students attain self-discipline and self-control
2. To enable students to enjoy good mental health and physical fitness
3. To develop holistic wellbeing – physical, emotional, psychological and spiritual
4. To integrate moral values and live uprightlyTo reach higher level of consciousness
5. To manage students’ mental stress

Action Plan

1. Offer foundational knowledge about yoga, particularly yoga philosophy, theories, basic practices and teaching methods
2. Organize workshops by renowned yoga gurus
3. Conduct yoga classes for interested faculty and students
4. Conduct special lectures, meditations and asanas on International Yoga Day