| In an institutional context, the Student Counsellor plays a role that extends beyond standard guidance, providing structured mentorship, emotional assistance, and sustained efforts aimed at enhancing the holistic welfare of the student community. The role of Ms Asha T V (Student Counselor, VAST) was not confined to routine advisory functions; rather, it embraces mentorship, compassionate support, and the essential task of guiding students toward balanced personal and academic development. Her presence had been instrumental in fostering a nurturing and supportive environment where students felt heard, valued, and encouraged to strive toward their personal and academic goals. |
Ms. Asha earned her B.A. in English Language and Literature from Little Flower College, followed by an M.A. in English Language and Literature from Sree Kerala Varma College. She is a first-rank holder of the Postgraduate Diploma in Therapeutic Counseling from Vimala College, affiliated with the University of Calicut. With extensive experience in the field of counseling, Ms. Asha has consistently received outstanding feedback, demonstrating her commitment, skill, and professionalism. Beyond her counseling work, she has made noteworthy contributions to the social and economic empowerment of underprivileged communities, serving as a motivational speaker, therapeutic counseling expert, and resource person in various initiatives.She is also the recipient of the “Vanitha Rathnam” award, conferred during the grand Women Empowerment Conclave held at Little Flower College, Guruvayur by YMCA Guruvayur
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| A farewell function was organized on 4 October 2025 to honor Ms Asha T V (Student Counselor, VAST) for her invaluable contributions, recognize her dedicated service to the institution, and extend heartfelt wishes for her future endeavors. The event also recognized Ms Pushpam ( , whose dedicated service of over twenty years has significantly contributed to the institution’s administrative efficiency and organizational excellence. |
| Throughout her tenure,Ms Asha has exemplified exceptional dedication and professionalism. With empathy, discretion, and sound judgment, they have supported students in navigating academic pressures, personal challenges, and career-related uncertainties. Their consistent efforts in organizing counselling sessions, workshops, and awareness programmes have significantly enhanced the emotional resilience and academic progress of the student community.All these well shared by staff members . |
| The programme began with an opening address by Mr. K Vijayanarayanan (Library Attendant, Staff Club EC member) that emphasized the purpose and significance of the function. Ms Jemy Jose Kakkassery (Staff Club Secretary and Asst Prof, ECE Dept) delivered the welcome address, highlighting how the counsellor’s role extended beyond standard guidance by offering structured mentorship.Dr Sunitha C (Principal) further emphasized the significant contributions made in enhancing the emotional resilience and academic progress of the student community. The staff members who spoke on the occasion highlighted Ms Asha’s structured mentorship, which played a significant role in supporting the emotional and academic welfare of the students.A memento was presented to Ms Asha by the Principal, representing both a gesture of gratitude and an encouragement to embrace future challenges with renewed self-reliance. |
| The entire Vidya fraternity holds Pushpam Chechi in high regard, remembering her for her valuable contributions, compassionate nature, and dedicated service.Ms.Pushpam was presented with a memento by the Principal, in recognition of her dedicated service and valuable contributions. |
