From The Secretary's Desk Do not steal, do not kill. Do not utter lies; Do not lose your temper. Do not detest others; Do not glorify yourself. Do no blame others. This alone is purity within. This alone is purity without; And this alone is the way to please our Lord Kudalasangama. The meaning of the above vachana and the words"Kayakwe kailas" by the cosmic Kannada poet- philosopher Lord Basavanna are the guiding lines for Shri Sangameshwar Education Society, Solapur. As a part of social commitment of the former patrons, the Society is contributing towards the academic needs of the society. With the initiative of starting Sangameshwar Public School now we have educational facilities from Pre-primary to Ph D. Recent recognition of linguistic Minority status to the Society is an added strength to our sincere efforts. With the supporting stake holders we are taking every effort to provide quality education to cater to the diverse demands of the society!!! Shri D. A. Kadadi, Secretary, Shri Sangameshwar Education Society, Solapur From The Principal’s Desk Sangameshwar College, established by the philanthropic patrons Late shri N. B. Kadadi and Late shri M. B. Kadadi is one of the leading centres of learning in Solapur University. The visions of the patrons were realized by late Shri Megharaj M. Kadadi and late Principal K. Bhogishayana (former Vice-Chancellor of Shivaji University) who took the institution to its greatest heights. The present patrons chairperson Hon. Smt.H.M. Kadadi and Secretary Hon. Shri. D.A. Kadadi have continued the tradition of not compromising with values and quality. The institution has gone for its full circle with the initiative of starting the public school from the academic year 2015- 2016. Sustainable educational development is our identity. Sensitive to social problems, the institution has responded positively and harnessed new programmes without harming the traditional courses. The quality culture of more than six decades has made this institution one of the most sought after institutions by the aspirants. Our efforts for quality are strengthened by blooming and curious minds of our students, sensitive and responsible parents, committed faculty and benevolent alumni. We are dreaming high to make our service to society qualitative and fruitful. We expect stake holder support in the forthcoming III cycle of the institutional accreditation . With warm regards, Dr. D. D. Pujari Principal Shri Sangameshwar Education Society’s Sangameshwar College, Solapur Linguistic Minority Institute C O N T E N T S About us The Infrastructure The Courses Diversification Student Support Services Different Committees Rules of Discipline Fee Structure Jr. Wing of the Institute Admission Form Teaching Faculty PROSPECTUS 2016-17 ABOUT US Shri. Sangameshwar Education Society’s Sangameshwar College, established by two Karmayogies : Late Shri. N. B. Kadadi and Late Shri. M. B. Kadadi and strengthened by Late Meghraj M. Kadadi is standing splendid and serene at the Historical Saat Rasta square of Solapur, bearing around 6 decades of testimony to Higher Education with its mission statement, ‘To Spread education in general and instruct in any branch of knowledge whenever and where ever feasible’. This academic complex has held steadfast to its leadership in Higher Education striving continuously to attain excellence under the able guidance of Chairperson Smt. Hemalata M. Kadadi and the Secretary Shri. Dharmraj A. Kadadi. The enthusiastic Principal Dr. Dinkar D. Pujari, the IQAC and the self motivated staff are taking the institute to newer goals and broader horizons. This renowned center of learning, has distinguished itself by preserving its heritage and simultaneously forging ahead with times. NAAC , Banglore conferred, celebrated “A” grade (CGPA 3.11) in its re- Accreditation and it is heading for the III cycle. The institute is a reservoir of Quality personnel and the appointment of two of its faculty members to the coveted post of Vice-Chancellor, added more feathers to our cap. We are proud of Late Principal Shri K. Bhogishayana, Ex Vice-chancellor of Shiviji University, Kolhapur, the first Vice-Chancellor of Solapur University - Dr. Iresh Swami and Finance & Accounts Officer of Solapur University Dr. Dinkar D. Pujari. The Infra-structure Four buildings accommodating number of well-equipped classrooms, Conference halls, offices, Departments, Staff rooms, Library, Gymkhana, NCC and NSS offices Canteen and play ground are adequate to run the curricular, co curricular and extra curricular activities. » A) Teaching Staff : The college has a highly qualified staff, and they possess considerable teaching experience and are devoted to their task. 29 staff members posses Ph D, and 19 have their M Phil degree. The teachers are working on minor / major projects approved by the UGC and other funding agencies . Their research papers/articles are published in reputed Journals. The teachers do their best to understand the academic and the personal problems of the students and cultivate intimacy. » B) Library: Well equipped liberary with all essential comforts is fast inching towards its completion. It boasts with 83,700 books, subscribes to more than 100 periodicals, journals and 17 leading newspapers magazines in Hindi, English, Marathi and Kannada. Rich collection of rare books, Encyclopedias, dictionaries, directories, Manuals, Yearbooks etc are available in the library. E-resource in the form of C. Ds in cell and molecular biology, Electronics & many other related subjects is available. Books on diverse subjects are in the safe hands here. There are five computers interlinked with LAN & new library software SOUL 2.0 has been installed for housekeeping operation. The books are classified according to Colon Classification scheme and the library provides OPAC service for the users. The barcode technology is used for circulation and house keeping operations. The college Library has formal linkages with the INFLIBNET the N-List journals (6000) and E-books (90000). Earn and Learn Scheme for the students is run. The best practice of best library user award is initiated. 2 The staff members are provided Email and SMS services through the information center. The library is open throughout the day from 8.00 to 18.00 hours dailyand this timingis extended up to 20.00hour s duringtw o to threemon ths priort o the commencement of university Examination. » C) Laboratories : The Laboratories are equipped with the latest and the most modern equipments to cater fully to the needs of the students taking up the Science courses. The learners with average ability are given extra facilities and opportunities for the revision and repetition of experiments. The Laboratories in every subject are recognized by the H. S. C. Board and University. There are separate Laboratories at U. G. and P. G. level for Geography and Psychology.W e haveadded Computer, languageand Commercelabs t o catert o the newdemands oft he students. NRC and advanced SPSSar es trengtheningthe research activities. » D) K. Bhogishayana English Language Laboratory : The lab is well - Equipped with sophisticated equipments & updated software. It is proving very instrumental in enrichingthe study of EnglishLanguag e and communication skills. » E) Gymkhana : The college provides ample facilities for Sports / Games and athletics. Excellent arrangements & equipments, are provided for Cricket, Hockey, Foot-ball, Volley-ball, Table Tennis, Indian Games and so on. Directors of Physical Education specially qualified and teachers with specialknowledg e of various games coach thes tudents. The College has won Championship in many games and has had the unique distinction of winning the Shivaji University Athletics Championship for many years in succession and now it is the strength of Solapur University sports department. The College has been contributing national and inter-national levelpla yers. » F) Hostels : There are Hostels for Both girls and boys, within and near the College campus. The Boys’ Hostel has accommodation for 92 students and Ladies’ hostel building can accommodate 125 students. As the Hostel accommodation is limited, students are advised to apply for and reserveacc ommodation early.The Hostelf eesar eas follows : [A] 1 ) Boys’ Main HostelF ee Rs. - 4000/- 2) Ladies’ Hostel Fee Rs. - 10200/- I (Common Wash room) Rs. - 15200/- II & III Floor (Attached Wash rooms) For Ladies Hostel mess is Compulsory. Nappyv ending and burning facilities are provided. »H )M ediumo f Instruction: P rovision for teaching somes ubjects both in English and Marathi i s a specialf eature of this institute. 3 The Courses » Faculty of Arts : Bachelor of Arts (B. A. ) : The college provides three year integrated course in the Faculty of Arts, leading to B.A.(Special) as well as M.A. Students can choose subjects and combinations as shown below : B. A. - 1 :- 1) Compulsory English 2) Compulsory STD/ Marathi/ Hindi/ Kannada FOUR optional subjects from Group A and Group B taking at least one subject from each group. Group A :- Opt. Marathi, Opt. Hindi, Opt English, Opt Kannada Group B :- History/ Economics, Geography/ Political Science, Sociology/ Psychology. B.A. II :- 1) Compulsory English *Environmental Studies (Compulsory) 3) Any TWO from the four optional subjects offered at B. A. Part - I , ONE inter disciplinary (ID) subject corresponding to subjects offered from the following. I. D. Subject Corresponding Optional Subject 1) Public Administration Economics, Political Science, History, Geography, Psychology,