SSR 2019.pdf

St. Teresa's College, an autonomous women's institution in Ernakulam, Kerala, was established in 1925 by the Carmelite Sisters of St. Teresa. The college envisions a life-oriented education that empowers students to be agents of transformation and development. Its mission is to promote spiritual, moral, and genuine values, contribute to societal transformation, and synergize women and marginalized groups. The college has a strong reputation, with accreditation at 'A' level in 2012 and recognition as a 'College with Potential for Excellence' in 2010. It has also received funding for various programs, including research and community development. The college's strengths include its pioneering status, international reputation, strategic location, and committed faculty and staff. However, it faces weaknesses such as limited industry linkages, restricted autonomy, and a lack of national and international students and faculty. Opportunities for growth include becoming a Deemed Women's University, establishing interdisciplinary research centers, and integrating value-based education into the syllabus.