BEST PRACTICE I
Title of the Practice: DREAMS – Developing Robust Entrepreneurial Attitudes and MindsetS
Objectives
To enhance visibility and participation in both formal and informal entrepreneurial programs.
To launch the entrepreneurial campus by fostering an increase in the number of startup businesses established in the Incubation Centre.
Context
The significance of entrepreneurship and startup initiatives cannot be overstated. Universities and colleges are breeding grounds for cultivating entrepreneurial mindsets and capabilities at a very young age. Our institution, with a rich history of successful alumni entrepreneurs, anticipates a substantial percentage of students opting for entrepreneurial careers.
Practice
Our campus has a wide range of student and enterprise support services. The entrepreneurship ecosystem is guided by MES Innovation and Start Up Policy. Exposure to real entrepreneurs is facilitated through regular “Meet the Entrepreneur” sessions, featuring prominent and emerging entrepreneurs as distinguished speakers.
Numerous programs are implemented to acquaint students with startup ideas, innovations, and technologies. Frequent visits to TBI/FAB labs/Laboratories/industrial concerns and events are organized. Institutional bodies on campus actively promoting innovation comprise:
ED Club – a longstanding initiative spanning over a decade
IEDC sponsored by Kerala Start-up Mission
IIC
APJ Abdul Kalam RIT Chair
Meta Valley TBI
Major Initiatives
Implemented Talrop-Start-up School project on campus
Part of Young Innovator Program under K-DISC, AICTE’s SIH etc.
Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with BIIC, MG University.
Special sessions for women in the local households to enhance their digital/entrepreneurial/marketing skills
Golden Membership with the ICT Academy.
State-level tech series by MetaValley
Mobility between our institution and enterprises through organized industrial visits.
Hack Club and Fab Lab.
Conducting idea pitching competitions and hackathons to encourage innovation.
Sessions on IPR and formation of companies.
Organization of “Swayam-thozhil” workshops, emphasizing self-employment for both students and local residents
Network of successful alumni entrepreneurs and visits to their organization.
Short-term entrepreneurship related certificate courses like Boutique Management, Cookery, Bag Making etc.
Evidence of Success
MetaValley TBI incorporated in March 2023 have witnessed a substantial increase in incubated startups to 27, including notable ventures like Funder Sports, Credize, Breakthrough Learning, Apothecary Medical Services as well as student startups.
Patent for the Weather Monitoring System, association with NIPAM, and funding of Rs. 4,00,500 from the KSUM for IEDC activities since 2019.
Digital Light board developed by Department of Vocational Studies
Developed disinfecting Robot, 3-D Printer, and Automatic Sanitizer Dispenser Machine
IEDC produced Power banks to distribute in flood relief camps
Plastic shredding machine as part of consultancy services
Champion at Smart India Hackathon held at Odissa
Three-star rated IIC. Ranked among the top 20 IICs in the state.
Problems Encountered
Challenges paused by political environment and rigid structure of academic schedule.
Scarcity of funding and resources.
Time constraints stemming from the need to manage academics and entrepreneurial endeavors.
BEST PRACTICE II
Title of the Practice: INSPIRE-INitiatives for Sustainable Progress and Inclusive civic REsponsibility
Objectives
To engage students in local projects, to strengthen community ties and a sense of belonging while nurturing responsibility, citizenship and empathy within the community.
Align initiatives with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, empowering students to address global challenges and contribute to a more sustainable future
Context
The college is situated in rural area and inhabited mostly by backward community, and these activities have been pivotal to the educational and socio-economic upliftment. Prioritizing initiatives that align with global sustainability goals underscores the utmost significance attributed to the well-being of the planet Earth.
Practice
Pragathi – supporting disadvantaged students in the nearby schools by distributing uniforms/bags/ notebooks.
Sahasra Jeevan – Donating 1000 blood units within a year.
Constructing houses – To alleviate economic hardships.
Massive Flood Relief Activities in Alappuzha, Ernakulam, and Wayanad.
Adoption of Tribal Village Mamalakandam
“Krishipadam”- Crop cultivation and harvest
Sahodarangalkoru Pothichoru, Patheyam -Hunger relief initiatives
Hosting FLTC, Mega Vaccination Drive– Sanitizer/Dispensers/Masks production and distribution
Partnering with Olive Palliative Care and Anwar Memorial Hospital to donate oxygen cylinders and medical cot
Samatwa-2021- Supporting differently-abled.
Computer-Padasala – To enhance digital literacy of school students
INSIEME Workshop- Hand on sessions in computerized accounting and GST.
Electronic Training Programs/ Drishti Physics Training Program and Pathways Community Outreach for school students.
E-Governance Workshops – Empowering local women through E-governance
Pathway Social Life Wellness Program – Mental health and social well-being program for girls.
Jal Jeevan Mission Survey to ensure access to clean tap water connections to households.
Water Quality Testing Lab
Dyuthi Energy saving Workshop for homemakers
Pride Month observation for gender equity/LGBTQ
Sannadha Sena for National Disaster Relief
Suchitwa Saksharatha Mission to promote sanitation and hygiene.
Asset Recreation at Health Centre
Unnath Bharat Abhiyan Adoption of Manjapra village for rural development
Basic English and Mobile Literacy Programs among parents.
Road Safety Awareness
Paper Bag Making Workshops and distribution to local shops
Beach Cleaning Activities
Planting tree saplings in campus
Rakshin Project to promote safety and security in communities.
PDS online training to SHG-Kudumbasree
Evidence of success
Awards for outstanding performance in NSS activities.
Recognition for significant support to the Jal Jeevan Mission.
Award from the Kerala State AIDS Control Society for blood donation
Skill development workshops for women adding value to livelihood
Special mention from the Ernakulam District Collector and 31 Kerala Science Congress for flood relief efforts.
House donated for Alumnus by ORMA Alumni Association
Sahachari Award for exceptional work with differently-abled individuals.
Environment sustainability activities as Massive E-waste collection drive, plastic free campaign, Swachh Bharath
Problems encountered
Difficulty in securing sufficient funds and time to address local community needs.
Difficulty in effectively managing and coordinating civic-engagement activities.
Volunteers need professional training to ensure they are adequately equipped.
