Socio-Economically Disadvantaged Groups (SEDG) Cell
Ethics University, Uttarakhand
Students from Socio-Economically Disadvantaged Groups (SEDGs) face multiple challenges in accessing quality education. The SEDG Cell at Ethics University ensures protection of constitutional rights, dignity, and equal access to education. It works in coordination with SC/ST Cell, Equal Opportunity Cell, and Women Empowerment Committee to promote inclusivity.
Composition of SEDG Cell
Dr. Anita Singh
Pro-Chancellor, Ethics University
Member
Dr. Veenu Singh
Vice-Chancellor, Ethics University
Chairperson
Dr. Santosh Singh
Registrar, Ethics University
Member Secretary
Mr. Bippalav Kumar Singh
Dean, Academics
Member
Dr. Gunjan Roy
Dean, Faculty of Management
Member
Mr. Rajat Sharma
Finance Officer / Sponsoring Body Nominee
Member
Key Responsibilities
| Responsibility | Description | Responsible Department/Section |
|---|---|---|
| Report & Feedback Mechanism | Collect feedback from students about welfare program effectiveness. | All Deans / HODs / Principals / Nodal Officers, Dean Students Welfare |
| Implement Reservation Policies | Ensure government-mandated reservations for admissions and scholarships are followed. | Central Admission Cell, Training & Placement, Scholarship Department |
| Address Grievances & Complaints | Act as a forum for addressing grievances and discrimination faced by SEDG students. | SGRC, Dean Students Welfare |
| Provide Counseling & Mentoring | Offer academic and career guidance to SEDG students. | HODs / Course Coordinators, Dean Students Welfare |
| Monitor Student Progress | Track academic progress of SEDG students and address challenges. | HODs / Course Coordinators, Dean Students Welfare |
| Organize Awareness Programs | Conduct workshops and seminars on inclusivity and SEDG issues. | All Deans / HODs / Principals, Dean Students Welfare |
| Promote Social Integration | Organize sensitization programs for faculty and staff. | All Deans / HODs / Principals, Dean Students Welfare |
| Support Schemes & Scholarships | Facilitate access to financial aid and welfare programs. | University Scholarship Department |
| Encourage Leadership Development | Provide leadership opportunities for SEDG students. | All Deans / HODs / Principals, Dean Students Welfare |
| Conduct Training for Faculty & Staff | Organize sensitization programs for a respectful and inclusive culture. | All Deans / HODs / Principals, Dean Students Welfare |
Academic Council & Governing Body Highlights
Ethics University ensures participation of senior faculty and external academic experts in governance. Members include the Vice-Chancellor, Pro-Chancellor, Registrar, Deans, HODs, and external experts from academia and industry.
