Kalai Kaviri College of Fine Arts

Part – B
ACTION TAKEN
1. Activities reflecting the goals and objectives of the institution:
» Dance Troupe
» Music festival: “Kalaiyoorum Kaviri 2009” : 11 – 14 March 2009
» Competition Conducted “Classic Fe(a)s t 2008” : 22 – 23 September 2008

2. New academic Programmes initiated (UG and PG):

» M.Phil in music
» Diploma in Yoga

3. Innovations in curricular design and transaction:
» ‘Special Tamil’ for Tamil learners.
» Basic Tamil for Students from other states.

4. Inter-disciplinary programmes started:
» Journalism
» Inscriptions on
» Value education
» Soft Skills.
» 6 – month Certificate Course in Computer Science

5. Examination reforms implemented:
NIL

6. Candidates Qualified: NET / SLET / GATE etc.
NIL

7. Initiative towards Faculty Development Programme:
» Music concerts and Dance Programmes by the faculty.
» Staff are encouraged to study M.Phil and Ph.d. Programmes.
» Staff Participating in seminars conducted by other colleges and institution.

8. Total number of seminars / workshops conducted:
Music:

» ‘Ariyakudi to Semmangudi’ – a lecture demonstration on musicians by Dr.S.A.K. Durga,Musicologist and Dr.Radha Baskar, Editor, ‘Samudra’ – Magazine on Music: 19.January 2009.

» Vocal concert by Dr. S. Radha Baskar, Editor, ‘Samudra’ – Magazine on Music: 19.January2009.

» Vocal concert by Mrs. ChandraPrabha, senior Lecturer in Vocal, Kalai Kaviri College of Fine Arts: 06 September 2008.

» ‘Isaiyum Asaivum’ by Mr.Rama Jegadeesan: 28 August 2008

» ‘Vocal concert’ by Dr.S.Umamaheswari, Lecturer in Vocal, Kalai Kaviri College of Fine Arts: 21 July 2008.

» ‘XA Phone’ - Instrumental Music by Mr.Detlef, German Artiste: 09 July 2008.

Dance:

» Odyssey dance programme by an artiste from Polland : 22 January 2009.

» Lecture demonstration on Mohiniyattam by Mrs.Girija chandran & Co: 4 September 2008.

» ‘Music & Dance – Yesterday & today’ by Mr.Baskaran: 4 September 2008

Awareness Programme:

» “Country’s Expectations from citizens”: a lecture by Trichy Siva, M.P, Rajya Sabha Member: 21 January 2009.

Yoga Programme:

» Yoga Workshop conducted by Mr.S.Pargunam, News Reader, All India Radio, Tiruchirappalli : 21 – 25 July 2008.

Personality Development :

» Seminar on Personality Development by Prof.G.Balakrishnan, an
academician : 09 July 2008.

9. Research Projects :

I. Newly Implemented

» The administration is taking efforts to publish a new journal for the college.

II Completed

» ‘Kalai Charal’- A collection of Theoretical Information on Dance and
Music compiled by Sr.Dr.Margaret Bastin: 4 April 2009.

» ‘Isaiyil Kural’,Vol – I – Audio CD – composed and sung by the music staff:
4 April 2009.

10. Patents generated, if any:
NIL

11. New collaborative research programmes:
NIL

12. Research grants received from various agencies:
NIL

13. Details of Research Scholars:
Ph.D Research Scholars: Music

1. Ms.D.Agnes Sharmeely, Kalai Kaviri College of Fine Arts, Tiruchirappalli
1. Kanakaratnam Sarangan, Kalai Kaviri College of Fine Arts, Tiruchirappalli.
2. Ms.V.Lakshmi, Madurai Kamaraj University, Madurai.
3. S.Lalitha, Kalai Kaviri College of Fine Arts, Tiruchirappalli.
4. Ms.G.Muthulakshmy, Kalai Kaviri College of Fine Arts, Tiruchirappalli
5. Ms.V.Venkatalashmi, Madurai Kamaraj University, Madurai.
6. B.Priyadarshini, Kalai Kaviri College of Fine Arts, Tiruchirappalli.

Ph.D Research Scholars: Dance

1). Ms. Devika, Kalai Kaviri College of Fine Arts, Tiruchirappalli.
2). S.Mathan Kumar Kalai Kaviri College of Fine Arts, Tiruchirappalli.
3). Mr. Mathew Sebastian, Kalai Kaviri College of Fine Arts, Tiruchirappalli.
4). Ms. Y.Sunitha, Kalai Kaviri College of Fine Arts, Tiruchirappalli.

M .Phil Research Scholars: Music

1). M.Hudson Clementine Kalai Kaviri College of Fine Arts, Tiruchirappalli.
2). F.Prem Kumar Kalai Kaviri College of Fine Arts, Tiruchirappalli.
3). M.Rajesh Babu Kalai Kaviri College of Fine Arts, Tiruchirappalli.
4). S.Sakthi Kalai Kaviri College of Fine Arts, Tiruchirappalli.
5). D.Selvin Kalai Kaviri College of Fine Arts, Tiruchirappalli.


14. Citation index of faculty members and impact factor:

» Articles by Sr. Dr. Margaret Bastin , Principal:
01. An article on “Music & Yoga” published in Kalai Charal – A collection of
Theoretical Information on Dance and Music in April 2009.

02. An article on “Namathu Kathai, Namathu Isai”published in Samudhra, a
monthly Magazine in January 2009.

» Articles by Dr. S.Uma Maheswari, Lecturer in Music:
01. An article on ‘Navavitha Bhakti in Papanasam Sivan’s Kritis’ Published in
Apoorva Ragam, Monthly Magazine, September 2008.

02. An article on ‘Uriyadi Published in ‘Folk Lore – Andrum Indrum’ released
by Bharathidasan University, Tiruchirappalli in January 2008.

03. An article on “Kuravanji” published in Kalai Charal – A collection of Theoretical Information on Dance and Music in April 2009.

» Articles by Ms.A.Banumathy Lecturer in Veena:

01. ‘An article on ‘Kummi Songs’ Published in ‘Folk Lore – Andrum Indrum’ released by Bharathidasan University, Tiruchirappalli in January 2008.

02. An article on “Musical instruments in Seevaga Chinthamani” published in Kalai Charal – A collection of Theoretical Information on Dance and Music in April 2009.

» Articles by Ms.G.Muthulakshmi, M.A., M.Phil., Ph.D. Scholar, Lecturer in Music :

01. An article on “Tamil Music as developed by Chola Kings” published in Kalai
Charal – A collection of Theoretical Information on Dance and Music in April 2009.

» Articles by Mr.P.Natarajan, M.F.A., M.Phil., Lecturer in Music :

01. An article on “Raga Lakshanas” published in Kalai Charal – A collection of
Theoretical Information on Dance and Music in April 2009.

» Articles by Ms. V.Lakshmi, M.A., M.Phil., Ph.D.Scholar, Lecturer in Music:

01. An article on “Musical compositions in Sriranga Gana Suddhodhayam” published in Kalai Charal – A collection of Theoretical Information on Dance and Music in April 2009.

» Articles by Ms.Agnes Sharmeely, M.F.A., M.Phil., Ph.D. Scholar Lecturer in Violin:

01. An article on “Violin” published in Kalai Charal – A collection of
Theoretical Information on Dance and Music in April 2009.

» Articles by Ms.V.Venkatalakshmi, M.A., M.Phil., Ph.D. Scholar Lecturer in Music:

01. An article on “The Life and Compositions of Vallalar” published in Kalai
Charal – A collection of Theoretical Information on Dance and Music in
April 2009.

» Articles by Mr. Murthi, Lecturer in Mirudangam

01. An article on “ Percussion Instruments” published in Kalai Charal – A
collection of Theoretical Information on Dance and Music in April 2009.

» Articles by Ms.Y.Sunitha Babu, M.F.A., M.Phil., Lecturer in
Bharathanatyam:

01. An article on “Devadasis and Dance” published in Kalai Charal – A
collection of Theoretical Information on Dance and Music in April 2009.

» Articles by Ms.S.Saral Murugesan, M.F.A., Lecturer in Bharathanatyam :

01. An article on ‘Nayaka Prakarna in Natya Sastra” published in Kalai Charal
A collection of Theoretical Information on Dance and Music in April 2009.

» Articles by Mr.Madhan Kumar, B.Sc., M.F.A., M.Phil., Ph.D. Scholar, Lecturer in Bharathanatyam :

01. An article on “The History of Bharathanatyam and Dance Theatres”
published in Kalai Charal – A collection of Theoretical Information on Dance
and Music in April 2009.

» Articles by Ms.N.Ogeswari Shanmuganathan, Lecturer in Bharathanatyam :

01. An article on “Pancha Kritiyam and Philosophy on Lord Nataraja” published in Kalai Charal – A collection of Theoretical Information on Dance and Music in April 2009.

» Articles by Ms.Bhuvaneswari, M.A.Tamil, M.F.A., M.Phil., Lecturer in Bharathanatyam :

01. An article on “Information on Dance during the period of Pandya Kings” published in Kalai Charal – A collection of Theoretical Information on Dance and Music in April 2009.

15. Honors / Awards to the faculty:
Principal Dr.Sr.Margaret Bastin was awarded with the title “Unnatha Sathanaiyalar” by Manavar Sakthi Iyakkam on April 18, 2009.

16. Internal resources generated:
I. Dance Troupe
II. Part-Time Course
III. Summer Course

17. Details of department getting SAP, COSIST (ASSIST) / DST, FIST, etc. assistance / recognition

NIL
18. Community Services:
I. National Social Service
II. Red Ribbon Club
III. Youth Red Cross

19. Teachers and officers newly recruited:
NIL

20. Teaching – Non-Teaching staff ratio:
1:2

21. Improvements in the library services:
» It is proposed to introduce facility of accessing Books and Journals in the university library through the digitalized available in the University Library.

» Information regarding Regional, National, and International seminars on Art and Art forms are given to the students through display on notice Board and on Journal table.

» M.F.A Students are being guided in their preparation of the dissertations by suggesting suitable titles, relevant books and supplying information from the net for the same.

» Students help is utilized for stock verification. This activity facilitates the students to become familiar with the titles and authors of the books in the library.

» As most of the students studying through off – campus degree programme have no access in their respective places to standard books on Bharathanatyam and Music, they seek assistance from the College Library which plays a very vital role in their studies / Dissertation preparation and curriculum.

» The Research Scholars registered under the guides from the College and also from outside seek the assistance of library at various levels for their research projects. Serene atmosphere is provided for them to continue their research in a separate room in the Library.

» Students are given opportunity to play the relevant C.Ds and VCDs on the computer for practical training and for research purposes in Bharathanatyam.

22. New books / journals subscribed and their cost:

Rs.50,000 was spent for books and journals.

23. Courses in which student assessment of teachers is introduced and the action taken on students feedback:

» Students’ feedback is a regular annual feature of the College
» Individual Teachers’ meet with the Director / Principal for advice on performance.

24. Unit cost of education:
Rs. 22,150/- is spent for a student per year by the Government.

25. Computerization of administration and the process of admissions and examination results, issue of certificates:

» Internal Assessment
» Examination Results
» University correspondence
» Off-Campus Degree Programme

26. Increase in the infrastructural Facilities:

The Institution is underway with a broad plan for the extension of Off-Campus building and a centre for research.

27. Technology Upgradation:

Being planned.

28. Computer and internet access and training to teachers and students:

3 month Computer Certificate course was conducted.

29. Financial aid to the students:

» Scholarship for students – Rs.46,227 /-
» Loan Scheme - Rs.79,000 /-
» Earn – while – Learn Scheme for excellent students of Dance and Music; Dance troupe members are chosen as Part-time Teachers.

30. Support from the Alumni association and its activities:

» ‘Veena Concert’ was conducted by the alumnae Mr.B.Sivakumar ‘A’grade Artiste,
All India Radio on 19 July 08.

31. Support from the Parent – Teachers Association and its activities:

» Regular meeting with the parents and get – together during Premiere and convocation every year.

» While, the parents of hostel students meet their children once in a month (during the
second weekend) they take extreme pleasure in meeting the secretary, principal and hostel warden to discuss their children’s problems and level of growth in their subjects.

» Twice in a month, a meeting is held in the hostel when the secretary, principal & hostel warden listen to the students’ grievances and they are rectified as soon as possible. Hence, a family ambience is created for the hostel students

32. Health Services:

» Blood donation camp was conducted by N.S.S., YRC & RRC on 20.February 2009.
» An exposure on Emergency helpline 108 : 29 January 2009.
» First Aid and Aids awareness by YRC on 04 October 2008.
» Awareness on blood donation was given by Red Ribbon club on 03 October 2008
» Regular medical check – up for the hostel students.
» Nutritious diet for the hostel students
» Counseling for personal hygiene

33. Performance in Sport activities:

Not applicable

34. Incentives to outstanding Sportspersons:

Not applicable

35. Student achievements and awards:

(a) Swathi Krishnan, a student of MFA Music received the ‘Young Achiever
Award 2009’from Maanavar Sakthi Iyakkam on April 18, 2009.

(b) Lalithambigai, a Student of MFA Bharathanatyam IBFA Music received the
‘Young Achiever Award 2009’ from Maanavar Sakthi Iyakkam on April 18,
2009.

(c) Mohana Priyan, a Student of IBFA Bharathanatyam received the ‘Young
Achiever Award 2009’ from Maanavar Sakthi Iyakkam on April 18, 2009.

(d) Kaviri Malar – College Annual Magazine.

36. Activities of the guidance and counseling cell:
» Students facing academic and personal problems inside and outside the college seek counseling at periodic intervals.

» Guidance is given to strengthen their moral character and enhance their academic aptitude for better living and results.

» Many students who have benefited by counseling even after their course seek guidance to solve their problems.

37. Placement services provided to students:
Number of placement services provided to the students through the Alumni Association :
Music – 6
Dance – 1

38.Development programmes for non-teaching staff:
NIL

39. Best practices of the institution:
» Staff are involved in the admission process, administrative and extra – curricular activities for the welfare of the college students.

» Practice for both music and dance students after working hours
» Dress Code insisted upon
» Ban on Cell-phones inside the campus
» Prior information on leave.
» Students are allowed to practise after the college hours only after permission.
» The administration takes complete moral responsibility to maintain discipline among the students.

40. Linkages developed with National / International, academic / research bodies:
NIL

41. Any other relevant information:
NSS activities:

NSS camp was held at Vadakku Pahanur for 10 days: 10 – 19 September 2009. During the camp, awareness on First Aid, Aids, Blood donation, counseling on personal hygiene and Eye donation were given.

Part – C

To enhance and integrate various activities of the institution and institutionalize many good practices, the IQAC meeting under the chairmanship of the Head of the institution with heads of academic and administrative units and few teachers and a few distinguished educationists, was held on 24 June 2009 at the college premises and the following decisions were taken:

(1) IBFA – Semester Pattern:

Rev.Fr.S.M.G.Sekaran suggested upon teachers framing the syllabus structure for the integrated courses. Prof. G.Balakrishnan said that it would be advisable to start the semester pattern immediately after taking clear decisions on par with the norms of the Bharathidasan University on that matter. In the run, if the system is found to be problematic, the college may revert to the Annual examination system. In general, it was felt that this semester pattern should be implemented as soon as possible.

(2) Teacher Training Course (TTC) in Music and Dance:-

It was suggested by Prof.G.Balakrishnan that the college should explore the possibilities in starting Teacher Training Course in Music and Dance.

(3) 3 month certificate course in English:

Sr.Principal said that in order to improve the spoken English skills of the students, it was planned earlier to conduct a 3 month certificate course in English. But recently, a 25 - day Bridge Course in English is being organized for the month of July. So the certificate course is postponed for the next year.

(4) Cultural exchange:

Sr. Principal informed the members about the arrival of an Odyssey dancer from Polland to Kalai Kaviri to learn Bharathanatyam. This golden opportunity can be utilized for a cultural exchange by the dance staff. Dr. G.Melchias added that an Odyssey dance programme may be conducted inside the campus and publicized with the support of the media. In addition, Ms. Thulasi, a Bharathanatyam Dancer from Holland is being trained in vocal music.

(5) Decline in admission percentage:-

While discussing the decline in the percentage of admission, Prof.G.Balakrishnan informed that he had been a well-wisher of KalaiKaviri for so many years and he had been propagating the mission of the institution in various colleges. However, stalls shall be put up through ‘Dinamalar Vazhikaati’- a career guidance cell for students, to display the diverse courses offered in the college and their job opportunities. Moreover, in this competitive world, the percentage of admission will have a boost only through propaganda. He also advocated exposure visits to the neighbouring villages and emphasized the need for the staff to keep track of admission more consciously than ever before. Subsequently, Sr.Principal decided to prepare a 10 – Minute VCD programme for propagating the mission of Kalai Kaviri.
Dr.G.Melchias suggested that the efficient functioning of the extension services of the college will help in propagating Music and Bharathanatyam. Moreover, the college campus need to be utilized to the maximum level.

(6) 2F and 12B:-

Sr.Principal informed that the institution has not yet been recognized for registration under Rule 2 (f) and 12 (b) by the UGC, because of the lack of qualified staff. Suggestions were given by Dr.G.Melchias to apply for UGC without delay.

(7) Improving the quality of teaching:-

During the meeting, it was suggested that the administration should encourage the staff to attend refresher and orientation courses to improve their teaching methodology. So far, refresher courses have not been conducted anywhere in Tamil Nadu for the subject of dance. Sr. Principal expressed her wish to conduct Refresher Courses in the college. Moreover, communication in English should be made mandatory not only for the welfare of students from other states, but it is also a very essential basic.

(8) Students’discipline:

While discussing the students’ discipline, a member suggested that the teachers ought to be firm as well as friendly in their attitude towards the students. Teaching ambience should be amicable and teachers need to convert themselves into role models for students. Moreover, a rapport ought to be maintained between the staff and students.

Sr.Principal said that inspite of cell-phones being banned inside the college campus, students are using it secretly. Thereupon, she called for the co-operation of the teachers in restricting the use of cell-phones. Moreover, teachers should avoid using them in classrooms. All the other members approved of this decision.

There was a slight disturbance in the meeting when Sr.Principal raised the question about seniors teaching class items of Bharathanatyam to their juniors since it may lower the quality of teaching. The staff representing the department of Bharathanatyam promised that they would take care to rectify that problem very soon. Prof.G.Balakrishnan, one of the member of the IQAC felt that teachers ought to take up the hold in maintaining the discipline of students for better functioning of the institution. Moreover, there should be no compromise in imparting professional training in the field of Fine Arts.

 

He also suggested that teachers must attend orientation courses or refresher courses conducted by the Bharathidasan university at Kajamalai Campus.

Dr.G.Melchias suggested that every institution has a moral responsibility in redressing the grievances of the students. Subsequently, a suggestion box should be opened once in a month and their grievances aired need to be redressed immediately. Moreover, the committee’s action should be recorded for reaccreditation.