Institutional Governance

Governing Council of Stella Mary's College of Engineering

The Governing Council is a key institutional governance body supporting strategic direction, policy review, academic quality, institutional development, compliance, research, industry engagement and student-focused initiatives at Stella Mary's College of Engineering, Kanyakumari.

11 Council Members Management, nominees, academia and industry
Institutional Governance Strategic and policy oversight
Quality & Compliance Academic and institutional standards
25 Meeting Records Governing Council minutes available online
About the Council

Institutional Governance and Strategic Direction

The Governing Council of Stella Mary's College of Engineering serves as an institutional governance body that supports strategic direction, policy formulation and the overall development of the college.

The council brings together members of management, academicians, university and government nominees, industry experts and faculty representatives. This combination enables institutional decisions to benefit from academic, administrative and professional perspectives.

The Governing Council contributes to strengthening institutional quality, supporting innovation and ensuring that academic and administrative processes remain progressive, transparent and student-focused.

Reviewing and approving institutional policies and development plans.

Supporting compliance with applicable AICTE, Anna University and UGC requirements and guidelines.

Supporting academic excellence, research initiatives and student-focused innovations.

Encouraging collaboration with industry, research organisations and other institutions.

The Governing Council reflects Stella Mary's College of Engineering's commitment to accountable leadership, quality assurance and continuous institutional development.

Strategic Direction Supports institutional planning, policy and long-term development priorities.
Academic Quality Reviews areas connected to academic standards, student development and institutional quality.
External Expertise Includes nominees, academicians and industry experts who contribute wider professional perspectives.
Documented Governance Meeting minutes are published to provide accessible records of Governing Council meetings.
Council Composition

Governing Council Members

The Governing Council includes representatives from institutional management, government, university, academia, industry and the faculty of Stella Mary's College of Engineering.

Dr. Nazerath Charles, Founder and Chairman of the Governing Council

Dr. Nazerath Charles

Ex. Indian Navy & Managing Director, Nova Educational & Charitable Trust

Founder & Chairman
Mrs. C. Sumitha Charles, Secretary and Vice Chairman of the Governing Council

Mrs. C. Sumitha Charles

Secretary, Nova Educational & Charitable Trust

Secretary & Vice Chairman
Mr. J. Carol Judeson, Chief Executive Officer and Governing Council member

Mr. J. Carol Judeson

Member, Nova Educational & Charitable Trust

Chief Executive Officer
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Dr. G. Tamil Paavai

Professor, CSE, GCE, Tirunelveli

State Government Nominee
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Dr. S. Senthilkumaran

Professor, College of Engineering

Anna University Nominee
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Dr. J. T. Winowlin Jappes

Sr. Professor & Dean, Kalasalingam Academy of Research and Education

Academician
Mr. Pon. Bhageerathan, Industry Expert and Governing Council member

Mr. Pon. Bhageerathan

IT Operations Manager, Wolters Kluwer

Industry Expert
Governance Records

Minutes of Governing Council Meetings

Access the published meeting minutes of the Governing Council of Stella Mary's College of Engineering.

Select a meeting record below. Each document opens as a PDF in a new browser tab.

25 Documents
Quick Answers

About the Governing Council of Stella Mary's College of Engineering

Direct answers to common questions about the composition, role and records of the Governing Council.

What is the Governing Council of Stella Mary's College of Engineering?

The Governing Council is an institutional governance body that supports strategic direction, policy review, academic quality and the overall development of Stella Mary's College of Engineering, Kanyakumari.

Who is the Chairman of the Governing Council?

Dr. Nazerath Charles is listed as the Founder and Chairman of the Governing Council of Stella Mary's College of Engineering.

Who is the Vice Chairman of the Governing Council?

Mrs. C. Sumitha Charles is listed as Secretary and Vice Chairman of the Governing Council.

Who is the Director represented on the Governing Council?

Dr. J. Jenix Rino is listed as Member and Director on the Governing Council.

Who is the Principal represented on the Governing Council?

Dr. R. Suresh Premil Kumar, Professor and Principal, is listed as a member of the Governing Council.

Does the Governing Council include government and university nominees?

Yes. The council includes a State Government nominee and an Anna University nominee, along with members from management, academia, industry and the institution.

Does the Governing Council include an industry expert?

Yes. Mr. Pon. Bhageerathan, IT Operations Manager at Wolters Kluwer, is listed as the Industry Expert on the Governing Council.

Where can Governing Council meeting minutes be viewed?

The meeting minutes are available on this page in PDF format. The page currently provides Governing Council Minutes 1 through 25.

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