CHRIST (Deemed to be University) was born out of the educational vision of St Kuriakose Elias Chavara, an educationalist and social reformer of the nineteenth century in South India. He founded the first Catholic indigenous congregation, Carmelites of Mary Immaculate (CMI), in 1831 which administers CHRIST (Deemed to be University).
Established in 1969 as Christ College, it undertook path-breaking initiatives in Indian higher education with the introduction of innovative and modern curricula, insistence on academic discipline, imparting of Holistic Education and adoption of global higher education practices with the support of creative and dedicated staff.
The University Grants Commission (UGC) of India conferred Autonomy to Christ College in 2004 and identified it as an Institution with Potential for Excellence in 2006. In 2008 under Section 3 of the UGC Act, 1956, the Ministry of Human Resource Development of the Government of India, declared the institution Deemed to be University, in the name and style of CHRIST (Deemed to be University). One of the first institutions in India to be accredited in 1998 by the NAAC, and subsequently in 2004 and 2016, CHRIST (Deemed to be University) has the top grade ‘A’ in the 4-point scale.
Centre for Social Action (CSA) serves as a dynamic platform for students' engagement in fostering a better society through sustainable initiatives and societal transformation, where student communities are sensitized to various issues affecting disadvantaged populations. Established in 1999 within CHRIST (Deemed to be University), CSA coordinates social awareness programs for students and undertakes community development projects for marginalized communities. It embodies a student-led initiative dedicated to cultivating a compassionate and equitable society, with a particular emphasis on children. CSA addresses critical concerns encompassing child rights, socio-economic empowerment of women, youth and farmers, community mobilization, and environmental sustainability and climate action.
As an integral component of CHRIST (Deemed to be University), CSA's primary objective is to raise awareness among students about the diverse challenges encountered by underprivileged and marginalized components of society. This objective aims to facilitate lasting improvements in the lives of those in need through active student engagement, while instilling in students the values and principles necessary for meaningful societal contributions. CSA was founded with the vision of integrating the principles of social responsibility, aligning with the core values, vision, and mission of CHRIST (Deemed to be University), into the student community.
CSA remains steadfast in its commitment to empowering students to drive positive social change. This dedication forms the foundation of its establishment and continues to propel the organization forward in implementing diverse development projects and social awareness initiatives. CSA aims for a Better Society through Sustainable Action and Social Transformation.
ORGANOGRAM - CSA
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ORGANOGRAM - PARIVARTHANA
Dharmaram College Post, Hosur Road, Bengaluru - 560029,
Karnataka, India
Tel: +91 804012 9100 / 9600
Fax: 40129000
Email: mail@christuniversity.in
Web: http://www. christuniversity.in
EXCELLENCE AND SERVICE
CHRIST (Deemed to be University) is a nurturing ground for an individual's holistic development to make effective contribution to the society in a dynamic environment.
