Sophia Junior College
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ALUMNI

Dr Sushama Deo
MA DHE PhD MS-ACIT
My years at Ramnarain Ruia College as a student of Philosophy and Logic impressed upon me to take up teaching then, and that way, stay actively connected to the subjects that I liked the most.
I was fortunate to serve as a Teacher at Sophia Jr. College from 1981 to 2015. I had the good fortune of being actively involved as member of Board of Studies in Philosophy for the Maharashtra State Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education, Pune. In this capacity it was possible to network with teachers across Maharashtra.
Watching younger generation’s grapple on the fundamental questions was a joy. I am grateful for this experience.
I was awarded a Ph,D. (Pune University) for my thesis on the Philosophy and Educational insights of J. Krishnamurti.
During the same time as I taught Philosophy, I got interested in looking at some fundamental issues of life spiritually. I now spend most of my time pursuing my spiritual interests as well as my hobbies like sports and music.

Vernon Barretto
MSc BEd MS-ACIT
I always wanted to be a Teacher, I studied in St Xavier's College. When I was told there is a vacancy in Sophia College that was in August 1986, I applied. My interview was conducted by Dr Sr Livi Rodrigues, Sr Teresa and Dr Chitre. It was a nice interview. I was offered a job as Teacher in Physics on 9th August 1986 and taught Physics for 34 years in Sophia Jr. College. It was a memorable 34 years of my life.
My students loved me, enjoyed my lectures, and I taught Physics practicals with sincerity and dedication. I have made an effort to inculcate the finest values in my students. I have always reminded them of the most important thing in life - is to be a good human being.
I retired from Sophia Jr. College in July 2020. I am happy and content, passionate about teaching, I continue to write books in Physics, and teach. I am equally passionate about my Hobbies being a numismatist, philatelist, and notaphilist.
I thank God for all the love bestowed on me.

Ms. Asha Kanodia
M.A., B.Ed.
I came to Mumbai in 1973 after my marriage. Prior to this I taught at Lucknow University. My connection with Sophia started in 1973, when I was employed as a part-time teacher in the degree college for Economics for about 6 months. Later I shifted to Kolkata, where I taught for about 3 years in a local Jr. College. I returned to Mumbai in 1992 and was most fortunate to return to Sophia College, in the Junior College, to teach Economics. I worked in Sophia Jr. College until 2008 when I retired. During my days in Sophia, I also wrote published Economics Textbooks for 11th and 12th standards.
While at Sophia College I was really inspired by Dr. Z. Jasdanwala (Head, Economics Department), who was an excellent teacher, role model and guide. I am very grateful to Dr. Sr. Livi Rodrigues, Sr. Teresa and Sr. Celia, who were always there to support me.
I really cherish my days in Sophia as I fell in love with the beautiful campus from the very first day when I entered its gate. I felt very much at peace. My days In Sophia helped me to grow as a human being. My aim as a teacher was to nurture student’s interest in Economics. I am happy that some of my students started loving Economics as a subject. I am also very grateful to my friends in Sophia who guided me on the path of spirituality.
Since my retirement, I have basically devoting my time to my spiritual interests, travelling to different places in India and abroad, and spending quality time with my children and their families.

Mrs. Sheelamma Xavier
Mrs. Sheelamma Xavier, Junior College teacher in mathematics, retired from Sophia college after 29 years of service. Joined Sophia College on 19th July 1993 and retired on 31st May 2022.Career as a lecturer began in the year 1989 with S.I.E.S Junior College Sion, went on to Poddar Junior College in the year 1992 and stabled at Sophia’s from 1993 to 2022. It is Sophia’s and its “Parivar” that transformed me into a heartthrob math teacher for my beloved students. I see vibrant optimism in everyone and everything around me and that has enabled thick friendship with all my colleagues and no ill will from any corners. The butterflies I cherish, they fly around they see, experience the sweetness of nature and spreads the fragrance of joy and happiness all around. dance and music are my passion never mind to shake a leg or two given an occasion and travel and explore like the flamingos. Retirement I enjoy in its true spirit, no worries or tensions, life is going on smooth! I thank the Almighty for everything!

Ms Grace Pereira
MA (Pol Sc), MA (Psy), MEd, MSACIT
Alumna of the college
M.A in Counselling Psychology from the University of Mumbai – First class
Diploma in H.R.D and in Guidance and Counselling. Areas of special academic interests are Learning disabilities and Educational Evaluation. Interested in outreach activities mainly related to senior citizens and physically challenged persons and working for animal welfare Hobbies includes reading, learning new languages and creative arts.

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Dean & Administrator

Dr. (Sr.) Ananda Amritmahal

Dr. (Sr.) Ananda Amritmahal brings distinguished scholarship, and a wealth of experience in higher education through her roles as Dean and Administrator of Sophia College for Women (Autonomous). Her appointment strengthens the long-standing commitment of the college to women’s education and the pursuit of excellence, through a rich, achievement-oriented, campus culture. Sister Ananda has been instrumental in enhancing the reputation of the college and in fostering collaborations.
Sister Ananda was formerly Principal of Sophia College, and Associate Professor and Head of the Department of English. She is also the Honorary Director of the Sophia Centre for Women’s Studies and Development. During her tenure as Principal, the college received several accolades, which include achieving the exceptionally high NAAC score of 3.70 on a scale of 4. It is also under Sister Ananda’s leadership that the college had the distinction of applying for, and securing autonomy in July 2018. All through her academic career, Sister Ananda has demonstrated a strong commitment to teaching while also continuing a robust engagement with research and exploration.
A seasoned academician with commendable contribution to Women’s Studies, Sister Ananda’s publications include her book, Relatedness and Resistance: A Feminist Critical Analysis of Some Indian Women Writers, as well as several research papers in reputed journals. She is very often invited as a guest speaker and resource person for academic courses, training programmes and workshops. She was awarded the Smt. Savitridevi Phule Adarsh Shikshika Puraskar (prize for exemplary teachers) on 26th January 2008, by the University of Mumbai, for her contribution to the field of women’s education and empowerment. Dr (Sr) Ananda Amritmahal was awarded the prestigious Fulbright Teaching Fellowship as Visiting Lecturer at Loyola University, Chicago for the spring semester of 2012 and she was also appointed the Gannon Visiting Research Scholar at Loyola during the same period.
Her areas of specialisation are Women’s Writing, Feminist Literary Criticism, and Indian Writing in English. Her doctoral thesis was on “Feminist Critical Perspectives on Indian Women’s Writing, with special reference to Shashi Deshpande and Mahasweta Devi”. Her other research interests include women mystic poets, Children’s Literature, and the place of myth and fantasy in shaping our responses to life. She is actively interested in Feminist Theology and Scripture reading. She brings all these varied interests and her rich experience of higher education to her work as Dean and Administrator of the College.

College Committes

College Committees 2023 - 2024

JR. COLLEGE STUDENTS & STAFF DATA

Category Academic Year 2021-2022 Academic Year 2022-2023 Academic Year 2023-2024
FYJC (Arts) 418 363 337
SYJC (Arts) 450 401 328
Total 868 764 665
FYJC Science 235 239 236
SYJC Science 226 216 217
Total 461 455 453
Grand Total 1329 1219 1118

Total Number of staff

Category Sanctioned Posts Filled Posts Vacant Posts
Teaching Staff 28 26 2
Non-Teaching Staff 0 0 0
Total 28 26 2

College Infrastructure

Sr.

No.

Room/Hall No.

Designation of the Room/Hall

Area of the

Room/Hall

1

Admin

Admin Office

239.132 sq.ft

2

Library

Library

5433.25sq.ft

3

A.V. back

Audio Visual room (back)

750 sq.ft

4

A.V. front

Audio Visual room (front)

750 sq.ft

5

29

classroom

180 sq.ft

6

28 A

classroom

580 sq.ft

7

28

classroom

600 sq.ft

8

27

classroom (science building)

1200 sq.ft

9

26

classroom (science building)

360 sq,ft

10

25

classroom (science building)

500 sq.ft

11

24

classroom (science building)

1200 sq.ft

12

23

classroom (science building)

900 sq.ft

13

22

classroom (science building)

390 sq.ft

14

21

classroom (science building)

900 sq.ft

15

Sci. Aud

Science Auditorium

1600

16

37

IT classroom

750 sq.ft

17

36

IT classroom

750

18

35

classroom

2000 sq.ft

19

34

classroom

300sq.ft

20

33

classroom

400 sq.ft

21

32

classroom

400 sq.ft

22

31

classroom

1000 sq.ft

23

30

classroom

1000 sq.ft

24

A.V.

Audio Visual Hall

2000 sq.ft

25

20

classroom

240 sq.ft

26

20

classroom

240 sq.ft


 

27

19

classroom

240 sq.ft

28

18

classroom

240 sq.ft

29

15

classroom

681 sq.ft

30

14

classroom

678 sq.ft

31

13

classroom

760 sq.ft

32

12

classroom

804 sq.ft

33

11

classroom

804 sq.ft

34

10

classroom

805 sq.ft

35

9

classroom

483 sq.ft

36

8

classroom

236 sq.ft

37

7

classroom

234 sq.ft

38

6

classroom

286 sq.ft

39

5

classroom

172 sq.ft

40

4

classroom

885 sq.ft

41

3

classroom

1150 sq.ft

42

2

classroom

17211.37

43

1

classroom

1205 sq.ft

 

CUC: THE COLLEGE UNION COMMITTEE

The Sophia College Students' Association was originally started in July 1944 as it was felt necessary and expedient that there should be an organisation where students could develop the qualities of leadership and inculcate a spirit of democracy.

The CUC or the ‘College Union Committee’ is the body which is completely elected and/or nominated by the students of Sophia College (Autonomous). It comprises Class Representatives (CRs), Club Secretaries, Cultural Committee (PRISM) leaders, and the Public Relations Team. It is headed by a Core team which includes the Student Body President, Cultural Secretary, General Secretary and Treasurer. The Principal, Coordinator of Students, and College Warden are ex-officio members and act as advisors without the right to vote.

The CUC seamlessly adapts to any situation which is faced by the students. The CUC is directly or indirectly in charge of all the extracurricular activities that take place in Sophia College (Autonomous). The numerous clubs and associations create enriching opportunities for students on campus all year round. The CUC organises and assists the organisation and implementation of any activity that comes under the purview of Sophia College (autonomous) such as Teacher’s Day, College Day, Convocation etc.

The CUC plays a monumental role in bridging the gap between the students and the College. The Core Members of the CUC are also a part of various college committees, such as the Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC), Grievance Committee, Placement Cell, Kaleidoscope etc, which ensures appropriate representation of the student's voice at every stage.

The College Union Committee is a force to be reckoned with, which strives to uphold Sophia ethos and values. Being a part of this committee is considered to be one of the most prestigious positions that a student can hold in the college.

 

CUC 2022 - 2023

CUC 2021 - 2022