The College Academic Committee (CAC) is a statutory and advisory body constituted to promote academic excellence, ensure quality education, and facilitate the effective implementation of academic policies and programs. The committee serves as a platform for academic planning, monitoring, review, and continuous improvement of teaching-learning processes within the institution.
Objectives of the Committee
- To promote and maintain high academic standards in the institution.
- To plan, monitor, and review academic activities and programs.
- To ensure effective implementation of the curriculum prescribed by the affiliating university.
- To foster innovation in teaching, learning, and evaluation methodologies.
- To encourage faculty development, research, and academic enrichment activities.
- To create a learner-centric environment that supports holistic student development.
- To ensure quality assurance and continuous academic improvement.
Committee Members
| S.No | Name | Designation | Position |
|---|
| 1 | Dr. Rajesh Dahegoenkar | Principal | Chairman |
| 2 | Mr. Kunal Ghotekar | Vice-President | Management Representative |
| 3 | Prof. Manoj Sontakke | Associate Professor and Head, Dept. of History | Member Secretary |
| 4 | Dr. Bina Moon | IQAC Co-Ordinator | Member |
| 5 | Prof. Bhalchandra Atkulwar | Assistant Professor and Head, Dept. of English | Member |
| 6 | Dr. Bharti Ratnaparkhi | Associate Professor and Head, Dept. of Marathi | Member |
| 7 | Dr. Singdha Sadafale | Associate Professor and Head, Dept. of Pali | Member |
| 8 | Dr. Jagdish Chimurkar | Associate Professor and Head, Dept. of Political Science | Member |
| 9 | Dr. Dilip Ramteke | Professor and Head, Dept. of Sociology | Member |
| 10 | Dr. Vilas Kale | Professor and Head, Dept. of Geography | Member |
| 11 | Dr. Rahul Labhane | Associate Professor and Head, Dept. of Economics | Member |
| 12 | Dr. Vimal Dakhane | Associate Professor, Dept. of Botany | Member |
| 13 | Dr. Imran Mithani | Assistant Professor and Head, Dept. of Zoology | Member |
| 14 | Dr. Narayan Das | Professor and Head, Dept. of Chemistry | Member |
| 15 | Dr. Sanjay Gawali | Assistant Professor and Head, Dept. of Physics | Member |
| 16 | Dr. Prakashdeep Munjankar | Associate Professor and Head, Dept. of Mathematics | Member |
| 17 | Prof. Nandkishor Rangari | Associate Professor and Head, Dept. of Electronics | Member |
| 18 | Dr. Vilas Tembhurne | Associate Professor and Head, Dept. of Computer Science | Member |
Role and Responsibilities
- Formulate academic plans and strategies for the smooth conduct of teaching-learning activities.
- Monitor curriculum delivery and ensure completion of syllabi within the stipulated time.
- Review academic performance of students and recommend measures for improvement.
- Suggest innovative pedagogical practices, including ICT-enabled teaching methods.
- Coordinate with departments regarding academic calendars, timetables, and examination schedules.
- Promote research culture, skill development, and interdisciplinary learning.
- Recommend academic policies and reforms in line with institutional goals and university guidelines.
- Facilitate faculty development programs, workshops, seminars, and conferences.
- Ensure adherence to quality benchmarks prescribed by regulatory and accreditation bodies.
- Address academic concerns and provide recommendations for effective resolution.
Functions of the Committee
- Preparation and implementation of the Academic Calendar.
- Periodic review of teaching-learning processes and academic progress.
- Monitoring attendance, internal assessment, and student performance.
- Organizing academic audits and quality enhancement initiatives.
- Recommending introduction of value-added, certificate, and skill-based courses.
- Encouraging use of modern educational technologies and digital learning resources.
- Reviewing examination results and identifying areas requiring academic intervention.
- Promoting research activities, publications, and collaborative academic initiatives.
- Coordinating academic events such as seminars, workshops, guest lectures, and conferences.
- Supporting student mentoring, remedial coaching, and academic counseling activities.
- Maintaining records of committee meetings, recommendations, and action taken reports.
- Assisting the institution in achieving its academic vision, mission, and strategic objectives.
