Institutional Distinctiveness

KMM college of Arts and science, Thrikkakara comprises a team of service-oriented individuals, educationalists and philanthropists as a Centre of Excellence in higher education. The vision of the institution is to aspire the welfare of society through the excellence in science and arts by developing leadership qualities. The institution consistently motivates the students by providing a platform for their social and mental development through integrating qualities like honesty, delegation, confidence, commitment, optimism, creativity and perseverance. The institution has never faltered in inspiring the students in the pursuit of knowledge, moral values, and social responsibility

The college gives high priority to the overall wellness of students. The campus provides extensive resources like teachers, library, internet, and IT support to promote students' learning, problem solving, and creativity to foster intellectual wellness. The timing of college classes is beneficial for students seeking part-time jobs, especially since our institution is located near several popular malls in Kerala.

Diverse methods like individual and group assignments, training sessions, workshops, presentations, educative sessions and off-site visits are adopted for completion of modules. Upon successful completion of the programme, the students become exceptionally adept in skills of language, communication, problem solving, decision making, strategic planning and time management towards involvement in the society. A Convocation Ceremony is scheduled towards the end of the post graduate programmes and the certificates of course completion are presented during the Convocation Ceremony.

The distinctive practice of offering fee concessions to deserving students exemplifies our institution's commitment to fostering inclusivity, equity, and social mobility through education. By removing financial barriers and empowering students from diverse socio-economic backgrounds, the fee concession program not only enriches individual lives but also strengthens the fabric of our academic community and society at large.

A Counselling Centre in the college is maintained by the Department of Psychology who specialises in clinical psychology. It assists college students and personnel who require the support of a psychologist during office hours to resolve their issues. Though the Counselling Centre primarily provides professional support to students with psychological problems such as stress, depression, anxiety, etc., it also provides career guidance to those students who are confused about choosing their career path.

Apart from these activities the women's cell, media and yoga club etc., also organise programmes to improve the mental and physical health of the students. The college conducts workshops and training camps to help students with self-defence and Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR). The college also offers gaming, and cultural programmes to students. College and departmental levels orientation programmes support fresher’s on campus and make them feel mentally comfortable. The National Service Scheme units organise camps for blood testing and donation, eye tests and dental check-ups.

The NSS unit has also adopted a nearby school (St. Joseph LPS, Kakkanad) and conducted various programmes like drugs awareness class, setting up of herbal garden, distribution of study materials etc.

Moreover, students are motivated to visit orphanages, old age homes, palliative care centres etc. Every year, the college's NSS units organise a seven-day off-campus residential camp that provides opportunities for group living, collective experience sharing, and community engagement.

The college promotes human values like equality, justice, and peace; professional values like honesty, punctuality, and discipline; and societal values like commitment, tolerance, and empathy.

The resources mentioned above, initiatives, support and practices would reduce the stress among students, faculty and office staff, create positive change in their attitudes, and contribute to their well-being, making the campus distinctive.