Dr. Shaji John is the Principal of Alphonsa College, Pala, Kottayam. He has 18 years of teaching experience His qualifications include PG in 2000 from MG University and PhD. in Peasant Movements in Kerala – A Study of INFAM in 2014 from MG University. He has attended 2 International Seminars, 22 national Seminars and 9 Regional Seminars. He has published 15 Research Papers and is a member of University Examinations since 2009 and conducted several Co-Curricular Activities.

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You have held key positions at education institutes throughout your professional career. What are the key factors that keep you connected with the education sector? 

First and foremost, teaching and learning aim to improve students’ moral character while also preparing them for a positive future ahead. Students who are good in academics usually trained to face real-world problems will be able to live successfully in society. These are the things which are taken into account.

Being the Principal of Alphonsa College, what is your philosophy of leadership? How would you describe your leadership style?

I would describe my leadership style as being a collaborative one as I focus on active participation of all my faculty members along with the students. We generally provide a favourable learning environment to our students. 

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Being the Principal of Alphonsa College, how do you strategize about the key programs and plans for the marketing and administration of your school?

Making children morally upright is the major goal of all the strategies. As a result, everything is set up such that the students will perform well in various spheres of their lives. They ought to be given the chance to advance ethically. So our college provides the circumstances in which it benefits the student’s way of life. All students are encouraged to have a positive method of intellectual growth, mental growth, and the development of their talents in this, as per the norms of the University of the College, as this is an institution they have a moral way of not having any religious or caste concerns that regard everyone as equal.

The education systems in India and other foreign countries are structured very differently. In your experience, what can an inbound student gain from studying here in your College?

Our college is excellent because this time, we were placed first in the results from MG University and received an A+ rating with the greatest overall success rate. This demonstrates our commitment to academic achievement for college students. The students who come from here can have good life circumstances, and we receive many questions in confidence because they have good character, which is the most important quality to have in life. Having a good, happy life is more important than just making money, according to experts.

How does the curriculum of Alphonsa College ensure the best practice of industry?

The university comprises a well planned curriculum and all of the courses are connected to it. Additionally, everything associated with it is viewed universally. The curriculum followed in the college is upgraded from time to time to meet the requirements of the industry. 

Any insights into how your college could be more welcoming to students of different races or economic backgrounds?

The biggest feature of our college is that we do not charge a single fee from the teachers and students. We have concerns for the students who are financially backward and for them we made scholarships, and for many students, with the concerned agencies, with their parents, church or temple institutions, we will consider as much. Also, teachers or various agencies which help them with investing in student fees etc. Our intention is to have concerns for poor people and to bring them into society and to the positive ways in their lives.

What do you think your roles and responsibilities to the College and the students are?

My roles and responsibilities include encouraging college students all the way to wonderful, encouraging situations. My students must be more self-disciplined, complete worthwhile coursework, live happily, participate in student direction, and develop a good, positive teaching strategy. My goal is for everyone to be happy and live a good life.

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What do you think should be the College’s top priority over the next 10 years?

The college wants to improve and become the top academic centre with high standards. Additionally, we are upgrading our libraries to become more creative and we are also focussing on establishing solid infrastructure. Additionally, this gives pupils the ability to convert problems and circumstances in their lives in a positive way so that they can handle them well.

When you first came to Alphonsa College, what was your vision for the university? Has it evolved over time, and how far along in implementing that vision are you?

I have been in this college for 19 years, and when I started, this was the top university in the region, so I consider myself lucky to be a part of such an institution. Today also, the students who came to study here simply say that this college is a good place to learn and for co curricular activities. I am therefore thrilled to hear positive comments about it.

What do you see as Alphonsa College’s greatest strengths?

The key strength is our community that we are all driving together, that we have solid management that cares, and that we can make sound financial decisions with the right assistance. Together, the administration, staff, and students build a strong college—and that is what matters.