"The function of education is to teach one to think intensively and critically. Intelligence plus character – that is the goal of true education."– Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
At Bunts Sangha’s S.M.Shetty College of Science, Commerce and Management Studies (Autonomous) Powai, we believe in nurturing the holistic development of our students by integrating academic excellence with co-curricular engagement, ethical values, and social and moral responsibility. Personality development for nation-building is in its real essence.
As an autonomous college, we have strategically designed and implemented a dynamic academic curriculum that promotes skill-based learning, research, and entrepreneurship, with an emphasis on multidisciplinary education and holistic development. These initiatives are aligned with our vision of nurturing globally competent, future-ready, and responsible young citizens.
Guided by the vision of NEP 2020, we continue to embrace innovation in teaching, learning, research, and skill development while remaining rooted in our core values of integrity, excellence, inclusivity, and community welfare.
In accordance with UGC guidelines, we constituted the essential statutory bodies, including the Governing Body, Academic Council, Finance Committee, and seven Boards of Studies. During the year, 14 meetings of the Boards of Studies, 2 Finance Committee meetings, 2 Academic Council meetings, and 2 Governing Body meetings were conducted. These academic deliberations have empowered us to innovate, contextualize learning, and equip our students with practical skills, critical thinking abilities, and competencies relevant to the evolving demands of society and the world of work.
Our commitment to academic excellence is reflected in the average passing percentage of 91.17 per cent achieved by our final-year students. Our faculty and students have also made significant contributions to research, with two faculty members receiving research grants from the Indian Council of Social Science Research (ICSSR) and 52 students participating in the Aavishkar Research Convention organized by University of Mumbai. In addition, our students have demonstrated remarkable achievements across academic, cultural, and sports activities, securing a total of 152 prizes in various inter-collegiate competitions, including 89 prizes in inter-collegiate sports events.
Our students have also brought laurels to the institution at the national and state levels. Roshani Singh (SYB.Sc.IT) represented the University of Mumbai in the All-India Rugby Tournament held in Bhubaneswar, while Chitra Chavan (SYBAMMC) represented the University of Mumbai in the All-India Football Tournament held in Tamil Nadu. Rajeshwar Shinde (SYB.Com) secured third position in the National-Level Seniors & Masters Kickboxing Championship. Sumeet Trimukhe (SYB.Sc.IT), a national-level Taekwondo player, was awarded the Best Athlete Award by the Brihanmumbai Mahanagar Palika and also won a Gold Medal at the State-Level Senior Kyorugi Taekwondo Championship.
Our commitment to research and academic advancement is further reflected in the achievement of eight Ph.D. scholars who have successfully completed their doctoral degrees. Five scholars completed their Ph.D. from the University of Mumbai at our Ph.D. Centre under the guidance and supervision of our former Principal and Research Supervisor, Dr. Sridhara Shetty, while three scholars completed their Ph.D. from J.J.T. University, Rajasthan.
The College also organized the Mumbai Suburban Zone II Kabaddi Tournament (Men & Women), the Inter-Collegiate Judo Tournament (Men & Women), and the University of Mumbai-level ‘Udaan Festival’ in association with the University of Mumbai and its DLLE Unit, providing students with valuable opportunities to showcase their talents and develop teamwork, leadership, and organizational skills.
With deep gratitude and respect, I acknowledge the unwavering support of our proactive and benevolent Management in facilitating infrastructure development, encouraging faculty enrichment, and supporting student-centric initiatives. Their support has enabled us to embrace reforms aligned with NEP 2020, from curriculum redesign and academic flexibility to innovative approaches to teaching and learning. I also extend my sincere appreciation to our dedicated faculty members, non-teaching staff, students, parents, and alumni, whose collective efforts continue to uphold the values, and excellence that S.M.Shetty College stands for.
Clay P. Bedford aptly said, “You can teach a student a lesson for a day, but if you can teach him to learn by creating curiosity, he will continue the learning process as long as he lives.” Let us, continue our collective journey towards educational excellence and innovation, guided by the vision of NEP 2020 and empowered by our autonomous status.
With warm regards
Dr. CS Sandesha Shetty
I/C Principal
