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After IIT-Kgp, IISER gets dean of wellness & welfare
Kolkata: The Indian Institute of Science Education & Research, Kolkata (IISER-Kolkata) appointed professor of biological sciences
Anuradha Bhat
as the dean of wellness and welfare on Thursday.
The institute also reconstituted the Mind Care and Wellness Centre (MCWC) committee with Bhat as the chairperson.
The institute issued an order stating, "Recognizing the importance of safeguarding students' mental health, overall well-being, and holistic development in a dedicated and timely manner, the authority appointed Bhat as the dean of wellness and welfare for two years."
A source said, "During a meeting with the director on Aug 9, students demanded the reconstruction of the panel with a female faculty member as chairperson and suggested three names, one of which was Bhat's.
They also sought more student participation, which has been fulfilled."
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"The dean of wellness and welfare will be responsible for providing emotional support to students, assisting them in overcoming challenges, and fostering their holistic growth. The role will involve direct engagement with students, both individually and in groups, serving as a friend, teacher, and mentor. The dean will act as a bridge between the students, faculty, and the institute on matters concerning mental health and overall well-being, and will design and implement programmes to address these needs," the notice said.
In a statement on Tuesday, the institute announced it is also setting up a Wellness & Welfare Committee with an independent dean as chair "to strengthen mental health ecosystem" on campus.
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