Since its establishment in 1988, the Department of Women’s Studies at our University has been dedicated to an interdisciplinary approach, recognizing "Women" as its central focus, transcending disciplinary boundaries. Our mission is to promote gender equality, empower women, and educate students through effective teaching programs and practical training. We aim to prepare students for impactful careers as social activists, service professionals, coordinators of NGO projects, feminist and social researchers, fostering a vibrant academic community dedicated to advancing gender equality and social justice.
Our students have been placed in the |Universities in India, Leading NGOs, Hospitals, Research Organizations and also as Entrepreneurs.
The faculty members, research scholars and students of the Department of Women’s Studies have published more than 500 research papers in the reputed journals. Further, the department has organized more than 200 Conferences/ Workshops/Webinars/Special Lecture Programs, Research Methodology Courses etc.,
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From the inception the Department of Women's Studies has been completed around 40 researches from various fields funded by UGC, ICSSR, DST, Canara Bank, National Commission for Women, Tamilnadu Social Welfare Board, Department of women and child development, Indian Council for Child Development, AICTE, DRDA, British Council Division, Chennai and so on.
Skills India Consultants Chennai - 600 034
It is with immense pleasure and privilege I could be a research scholar under the guideship of Dr.K.R.Murugan who introduced me to the field of intensive social research with specific reference to gender studies. The experience of being a student of Alagappa University is indeed a lifetime accomplishment aligned with multiple learning opportunities that opened up my vistas to a large horizon of a most significant academic area of Humanity. Personally concerned Head of the Department, friendly co-researchers, and ever-helpful faculties made my academic experience memorable. working with corporate sectors the learnings from the department is helping me to strategically navigate inclusivity and equanimity in my practice areas.
Centre for Women’s Studies, Lady Doak College, Maduarai
I would like to thank my esteemed institution and department of women's studies for shaping and gave me good exposure during my research work. The study atmosphere has enhanced my learning abilities and motivated me to do something extraordinary for the women empowerment. I thank for giving me opportunity to convey my message to the department of women's studies.
THISDL (affiliated to Tsinghua University), Haidian, Beijing, People’s Republic of China
I came as a post graduate student in medical sociology and left the Women’s Studies Department as an expert in feminist theories and methodology. The Women’s Studies Department team took me on as a colleague, mentee and mentor, supporting and encouraging me to delve into my topic of choice and shaping my thesis and ideology over the years. Although I have graduated and earned my doctorate, I still feel a sense of belonging to the department. I wish the Department of Women's Studies all the best in its current and future endeavors to support the development of women around the world.
The Training & Placement Department, St. Thomas Institute for Science and Technology, Trivandrum
Embarking on the pursuit of a doctoral degree is often described as a transformative journey, and my experience with Alagappa University's Women's Studies Department has been nothing short of that.
From the outset, the department's commitment to creating a conducive and inclusive research environment was evident. The HOD along with all the faculty members, with their diverse expertise and unwavering support, played a pivotal role in guiding me through the intricacies of my chosen research topic. Their mentorship was instrumental in refining my research questions and methodology, ensuring that my work would contribute meaningfully to the field of women's studies
Dept. of Women's Studies, Bharathidasan University, Tiruchirappalli
The Dept. of Women's Studies of Alagappa University has inculcated in me the spirit of discipline and values which I am great indebted. It has taught me especially how to acclaim self identity, skill to analyze the society with gender lens and structured my thoughts. The study and the ambience from the department has given a thrust to my life and career. My study was accidental to the department, and it was only then that I realized, it was my turning point in my life to choice and career. All the credits go to the faculty members for moulding and shaping my future and for turning me to serve with dignity, integrity and justice. I am very proud being an alumni of DWSAU
Centre for Study of Social Exclusion and Inclusive Policy, Gandhigram rural institute
It's an indeed extraordinary experience studying at women's Studies with such knowledgeable faculties, excellent education environment, culture, and all other utilities are just worth to have. Guidance and support of faculty members prepare students for each and every fights of society in terms of grooming, presentation skills, communication skills and management skills. I am glad & thankful to the institution
Department of Banking and Insurance Management, Ethiraj College, Chennai
I would like to thank Alagappa University for being so supportive and helping me to develop my career. I wish this institution goes on doing great stuff and help students achieve their dreams. I credit my success to the department and the experiences it has given me.
Department of socio-behavioural Research, National Institute for Research in Tuberculosis, Madurai-unit, Tamilnadu 625020
The professors are dedicated experts in their fields and share the wealth of their enormous experience, reality and wisdom. They are talented, committed and genuinely caring; their talent for sharing their expertise and experience was a treat. The department clearly go to great lengths to make their students' environment comfortable and well-equipped to focus on learning.
Tamil Nadu Corporation for Development of Women Ltd
Department of Women's Studies, Alagappa University helped me to find the areas of personal interest related to women development. My journey could be embarked upon only under the keen guidance and expertise of the experienced faculty at the Department. The balanced learning curve over the two years subsequently became a part and parcel of my daily thought and action process for the empowerment of women under Mahalir Thittam, Tamil Nadu Corporation for Development of Women Ltd.
CSI B.Ed College Pasumalai, Madurai
I wish to say that dedicated professors; well-equipped libraries, relevant guidance and the teaching curriculum develop my horizon and personality and made me to understand the importance and need of Women's Studies at national and international level.
Department of Commerce, Ethiraj College for Women, Chennai
I am proud today that I was research scholar of the Department of Women's studies, Alagappa University. Well experienced and qualified faculties encouraged and guided through their sound card and systematic methodology. I thank the Department.
ASudar Foundation, Madurai
I have observed from my experience that the NGO sector welcomes individuals with an social service bend of mind. Proper decision making is not possible unless there is an in-depth knowledge of a particular subject. Department of Women's Studies gave me both- in depth knowledge of theoretical subject and practical knowledge and moulded me to work for the development of the community.
The students council is functioning effectively in the Department. They actively participate and co-ordinate in organising seminars, workshops, conferences, cultural activities, gender sensitization extension and outreach programmes that promotes gender fair society.
The Department of Women's Studies has established with wide network with various agencies such as Government Departments, Non Government Organizations, Universities and Industries. Our students are placed in reputed organizations as per the requirements. Selected placement of our students are given below:
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